Anger Management Therapists in New Canaan, CT

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Melissa Coda Austin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCATP
Serves Area
My specialty's are Anger Management, OCD, Anxiety and Addictions (both substance and process addictions).
I work with individuals, couples and family's. I am very passionate about what I do. It is my vocation to help people live happy, healthy and satisfying lives. There is no need to settle for less! I provide a safe environment for my clients to share their stories, process their feelings, heal and grow. My style is empathetic, non judgmental and caring. My approach is to customize therapy to meet each individuals needs.
My specialty's are Anger Management, OCD, Anxiety and Addictions (both substance and process addictions).
I work with individuals, couples and family's. I am very passionate about what I do. It is my vocation to help people live happy, healthy and satisfying lives. There is no need to settle for less! I provide a safe environment for my clients to share their stories, process their feelings, heal and grow. My style is empathetic, non judgmental and caring. My approach is to customize therapy to meet each individuals needs.
(203) 635-6007 View (203) 635-6007
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Jennifer K Baumgold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
While I have extensive experience treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Anger Management, I also have a specifc interest in working with people to adjust to transitions in their lives such as coping with infertility, grief, aging, divorce, chronic illness and parenting concerns.
I spent the majority of my career working for the Fire Department of New York City Counseling Service Unit where I provided individual, couple, family and group psychotherapy to members of the FDNY and their families.
While I have extensive experience treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Anger Management, I also have a specifc interest in working with people to adjust to transitions in their lives such as coping with infertility, grief, aging, divorce, chronic illness and parenting concerns.
I spent the majority of my career working for the Fire Department of New York City Counseling Service Unit where I provided individual, couple, family and group psychotherapy to members of the FDNY and their families.
(475) 251-7926 View (475) 251-7926
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Roberta M. Markowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Serves Area
I have particular expertise in helping people manage stress and anger.
I have a long term specialty in treating alcoholics and their families. I provide alcoholism interventions, in an effort to help people motivate their ill family member or friend to accept treatment. I also specialize in treating bipolar disorder, ADHD, and anger problems.
I have particular expertise in helping people manage stress and anger.
I have a long term specialty in treating alcoholics and their families. I provide alcoholism interventions, in an effort to help people motivate their ill family member or friend to accept treatment. I also specialize in treating bipolar disorder, ADHD, and anger problems.
(914) 265-1166 View (914) 265-1166
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Jeffry Lawlor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
Does stress, anxiety, or anger hold you back?
Are you struggling with anxiety or anger. Do you often feel like there's a looming threat you can't quite escape? Are you tired of avoiding situations, caught in endless “what if” scenarios? Have others told you that anger is getting in the way—and deep down, you know your actions don’t reflect your best self? If this sounds familiar, you're not alone.
Does stress, anxiety, or anger hold you back?
Are you struggling with anxiety or anger. Do you often feel like there's a looming threat you can't quite escape? Are you tired of avoiding situations, caught in endless “what if” scenarios? Have others told you that anger is getting in the way—and deep down, you know your actions don’t reflect your best self? If this sounds familiar, you're not alone.
(203) 424-0018 View (203) 424-0018
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Frank Thewes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
You want to move past racing thoughts and avoiding your life. Past sadness and low motivation. Past the same draining arguments with your partner. Past experiences that follow you and won't stay in the past. And past big decisions that get you stuck. You are looking to get out of feeling overwhelmed. You want to learn how to get more control. You want more than mediocre cookie-cutter therapy. You want therapy that is personalized for you and about you. You want therapy that fits into your stressful life. Even if asking for help is hard for you, you’re at a point where you are ready to do it because you want something to change.
You want to move past racing thoughts and avoiding your life. Past sadness and low motivation. Past the same draining arguments with your partner. Past experiences that follow you and won't stay in the past. And past big decisions that get you stuck. You are looking to get out of feeling overwhelmed. You want to learn how to get more control. You want more than mediocre cookie-cutter therapy. You want therapy that is personalized for you and about you. You want therapy that fits into your stressful life. Even if asking for help is hard for you, you’re at a point where you are ready to do it because you want something to change.
(475) 255-2949 View (475) 255-2949
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Ellen Arcamone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
New Canaan, CT 06840
Ellen Arcamone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who specializes in treating adults and young adults. Ellen uses a client-centered and compassionate, strength-based approach, helping her clients to navigate through life’s transitions and stressors. Ellen believes in the power of change and is extremely passionate about helping her clients to grow, learn, and evolve with a key focus on finding your narrative and changing your story.
Ellen Arcamone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who specializes in treating adults and young adults. Ellen uses a client-centered and compassionate, strength-based approach, helping her clients to navigate through life’s transitions and stressors. Ellen believes in the power of change and is extremely passionate about helping her clients to grow, learn, and evolve with a key focus on finding your narrative and changing your story.
(203) 439-5290 View (203) 439-5290
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Amy Elkins Dickerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdM, LPC, RPT-S™
New Canaan, CT 06840
I am a CT Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor that specializes in providing therapy to children and adolescents. In addition, I believe strongly in supporting caregivers. I utilize an eclectic mix of theories and techniques to inform my practice (Client-Centered, CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Child-Centered Play Therapy and Mindfulness).
I am a CT Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor that specializes in providing therapy to children and adolescents. In addition, I believe strongly in supporting caregivers. I utilize an eclectic mix of theories and techniques to inform my practice (Client-Centered, CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Child-Centered Play Therapy and Mindfulness).
(203) 774-9670 View (203) 774-9670
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Michaela D'Urso
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
New Canaan, CT 06840
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
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Frank Bartolomeo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
New Canaan, CT 06840
With over 35 years of experience, I specialize in working with professionals and C-suite executives navigating life-stage transitions, role fatigue, and the strain of identities centered on performance and achievement. I offer individual, couple, and group therapy that blends psychodynamic insight with experiential and action methods—helping clients restore balance, purpose, and connection between outer success and inner well-being.
With over 35 years of experience, I specialize in working with professionals and C-suite executives navigating life-stage transitions, role fatigue, and the strain of identities centered on performance and achievement. I offer individual, couple, and group therapy that blends psychodynamic insight with experiential and action methods—helping clients restore balance, purpose, and connection between outer success and inner well-being.
(203) 883-1188 View (203) 883-1188
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Kelly Steiner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hi, I'm Kelly Steiner, LMFT 37215, and have been working as a therapist for over 25 years. I provide a safe space to help you in working through some of the things that may be holding you back from finding joy, moving forward, or finding healthy connections. I have worked with all types of clients of all ages with varied reasons they are seeking out treatment. A comforting, safe, non-judgmental place where they feel valued. I recognize how difficult it can be to ask for help from a stranger, so I want to project a warm atmosphere where the session is all about them.
Hi, I'm Kelly Steiner, LMFT 37215, and have been working as a therapist for over 25 years. I provide a safe space to help you in working through some of the things that may be holding you back from finding joy, moving forward, or finding healthy connections. I have worked with all types of clients of all ages with varied reasons they are seeking out treatment. A comforting, safe, non-judgmental place where they feel valued. I recognize how difficult it can be to ask for help from a stranger, so I want to project a warm atmosphere where the session is all about them.
(951) 501-4623 View (951) 501-4623
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Janette Pellus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, FLA, CT, SC, WA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
The ups and downs of life can trigger crisis; leaving us confused, emotionally upset, and sometimes leading to dysfunctional coping. We do not have control over all situations in life but finding meaning and purpose in these times can provide a framework for personal growth and development. I love to work with those who want to understand the origins of their problems, experiencing life transitions, problems in essential relationships, depression, and childhood trauma or loss. Therapy sessions are conducted via secure Video conference.
The ups and downs of life can trigger crisis; leaving us confused, emotionally upset, and sometimes leading to dysfunctional coping. We do not have control over all situations in life but finding meaning and purpose in these times can provide a framework for personal growth and development. I love to work with those who want to understand the origins of their problems, experiencing life transitions, problems in essential relationships, depression, and childhood trauma or loss. Therapy sessions are conducted via secure Video conference.
(203) 463-5582 View (203) 463-5582
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Jon Abelack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
New Canaan, CT 06840
You're managing a demanding career & the constant pressure to perform—but despite checking all the boxes, something still feels “off.” The stress follows you home, leaving little energy for the things that matter most, like your relationships, hobbies, or simply taking care of yourself. You might feel stuck in the same old patterns—struggling to set boundaries, having difficulty connecting with others, or never having enough time. It can feel like you’re running on empty. Despite what’s holding you back right now, you know there has to be a way to get out of your head and back into flow in your life.
You're managing a demanding career & the constant pressure to perform—but despite checking all the boxes, something still feels “off.” The stress follows you home, leaving little energy for the things that matter most, like your relationships, hobbies, or simply taking care of yourself. You might feel stuck in the same old patterns—struggling to set boundaries, having difficulty connecting with others, or never having enough time. It can feel like you’re running on empty. Despite what’s holding you back right now, you know there has to be a way to get out of your head and back into flow in your life.
(203) 457-6516 View (203) 457-6516
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Gerard L Vasco
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC
New Canaan, CT 06840
I have been counseling addicts and alcoholics since 1993. I have inpatient, detox, outpatient and intervention experience. I have completed many assessments for teens at college that have been sent hiome for evaluations and treatment if needed. DWI and DUI assessments and education can be done at YOUR convenience and not according to an agencys schedule. My ideal client is a motivated client, that want's to make their life better, or recognizes that his or her substance abuse/addiction is causing major disruptions in their life. I also enjoy the challenge of the unmotivated client that I can help through the stages of change. Individual, group counseling and random drug testing (on site) are regular practices, family work and education are important services that I provide as well. I work closely with Psychiatrist's in Greenwich Ct, New Canaan Ct, and NYC when needed. These are trusted addiction specialist psychiatrists. I look forward to helping you and or your family member. When I am working with a client I become available 24 hours a day.
I have been counseling addicts and alcoholics since 1993. I have inpatient, detox, outpatient and intervention experience. I have completed many assessments for teens at college that have been sent hiome for evaluations and treatment if needed. DWI and DUI assessments and education can be done at YOUR convenience and not according to an agencys schedule. My ideal client is a motivated client, that want's to make their life better, or recognizes that his or her substance abuse/addiction is causing major disruptions in their life. I also enjoy the challenge of the unmotivated client that I can help through the stages of change. Individual, group counseling and random drug testing (on site) are regular practices, family work and education are important services that I provide as well. I work closely with Psychiatrist's in Greenwich Ct, New Canaan Ct, and NYC when needed. These are trusted addiction specialist psychiatrists. I look forward to helping you and or your family member. When I am working with a client I become available 24 hours a day.
(203) 219-4021 View (203) 219-4021
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Devon Suozzi, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
1 Endorsed
New Canaan, CT 06840
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone struggles with a variety of issues throughout their lives. It is my goal to help people through these struggles and come out with a better understanding of themselves and improve on their ability to cope in the future. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in hospitals, schools, mental health clinics and private practice.
Everyone struggles with a variety of issues throughout their lives. It is my goal to help people through these struggles and come out with a better understanding of themselves and improve on their ability to cope in the future. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in hospitals, schools, mental health clinics and private practice.
(203) 826-2514 View (203) 826-2514
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James E Blechman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LMFT, LP, AASECT, CGP
New Canaan, CT 06840
Relationship expert/infidelity issues. AASECT certified sex therapist, licensed Marriage and Family therapist, licensed Psychoanalyst, licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've been in practice for over 30 years and during that time I've been able to treat a wide range of emotional problems in individuals, couples, adolescents, and families.
Relationship expert/infidelity issues. AASECT certified sex therapist, licensed Marriage and Family therapist, licensed Psychoanalyst, licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've been in practice for over 30 years and during that time I've been able to treat a wide range of emotional problems in individuals, couples, adolescents, and families.
(203) 212-9429 View (203) 212-9429
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Myrna Hill, MS, LPC,
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Online Only
I am told I am a warm, genuine, and compassionate listener, who accurately and nonjudgmentally empathizes with your suffering and the human emotions of sadness, fear, anxiety, anger and shame.
you can experience less self-criticism and more calm. I will be with you as you face that, as with everyone, you will want to change and, at times, you will think you cannot. I will encourage you to recommit and be accountable to your goals. Slowly but surely, you
I am told I am a warm, genuine, and compassionate listener, who accurately and nonjudgmentally empathizes with your suffering and the human emotions of sadness, fear, anxiety, anger and shame.
you can experience less self-criticism and more calm. I will be with you as you face that, as with everyone, you will want to change and, at times, you will think you cannot. I will encourage you to recommit and be accountable to your goals. Slowly but surely, you
(585) 899-9422 View (585) 899-9422
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Rachel Tomsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
New Canaan, CT 06840
Relationships, friendships, transitions-and just being-can be a struggle at times. Through a holistic, multi-systemic approach, I want to help you work through these challenges. I have more than a decade of experience, working in a hospital setting and outpatient behavioral health settings, treating depression, anxiety, adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders (my specialty).
Relationships, friendships, transitions-and just being-can be a struggle at times. Through a holistic, multi-systemic approach, I want to help you work through these challenges. I have more than a decade of experience, working in a hospital setting and outpatient behavioral health settings, treating depression, anxiety, adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders (my specialty).
(203) 951-1339 View (203) 951-1339
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Kathleen Toombs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MS
New Canaan, CT 06840
I work with families,individuals and couples. Issues are discussed and moved through. Some of our present difficulties are due to past hurts and resentments.Various therapies are used and tools given to feel lighter and lead a happier productive life
I work with families,individuals and couples. Issues are discussed and moved through. Some of our present difficulties are due to past hurts and resentments.Various therapies are used and tools given to feel lighter and lead a happier productive life
(203) 318-4476 View (203) 318-4476
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Robert Denkin
Psychologist, PhD
2 Endorsed
New Canaan, CT 06840
Dr. Robert Denkin brings 20+ years of clinical excellence to help individuals overcome obstacles and achieve fulfillment. As Yale University faculty and former collegiate athlete/coach, he uniquely combines academic rigor with real-world performance insights. Dr. Denkin specializes in practical problem-solving approaches that enable lasting personal growth, enhanced self-confidence, and meaningful goal achievement across all life areas.
Dr. Robert Denkin brings 20+ years of clinical excellence to help individuals overcome obstacles and achieve fulfillment. As Yale University faculty and former collegiate athlete/coach, he uniquely combines academic rigor with real-world performance insights. Dr. Denkin specializes in practical problem-solving approaches that enable lasting personal growth, enhanced self-confidence, and meaningful goal achievement across all life areas.
(203) 759-8994 View (203) 759-8994
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Denese Marshall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, AADC
New Canaan, CT 06840
Difficult phases in life are just that, phases. Relationship challenges and life transitions: ending a relationship, career changes, empty nesting is hard. Solution focused therapy empowers you to evolve into your biggest support. My experience working with addiction, trauma and OCD allows me support people from many walks of life. You are not defined by the way you are in the current habit of living. While change is hard, it is possible and you don’t have to live with obsessive thoughts and actions, debilitating depression, paralyzing anxiety or being chained to substances in order to function. I invite you to start moving forward.
Difficult phases in life are just that, phases. Relationship challenges and life transitions: ending a relationship, career changes, empty nesting is hard. Solution focused therapy empowers you to evolve into your biggest support. My experience working with addiction, trauma and OCD allows me support people from many walks of life. You are not defined by the way you are in the current habit of living. While change is hard, it is possible and you don’t have to live with obsessive thoughts and actions, debilitating depression, paralyzing anxiety or being chained to substances in order to function. I invite you to start moving forward.
(203) 429-4399 View (203) 429-4399

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Anger Management Therapists

How long does therapy take for anger management?

Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.

How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?

Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.

Is there medication for anger management?

Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.