Anger Management Therapists in North Bethesda, MD
Has anxiety, depression and anger taken control of you?
My goal in therapy is to empower my clients so that they may become confident in their strengths, which in turn helps them find the peace and happiness they are seeking. While I'm trained in several treatment modalities, I use the one best suited to the client's temperament including the evidence based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques and tools.
Has anxiety, depression and anger taken control of you?
My goal in therapy is to empower my clients so that they may become confident in their strengths, which in turn helps them find the peace and happiness they are seeking. While I'm trained in several treatment modalities, I use the one best suited to the client's temperament including the evidence based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques and tools.
We would love to work with you to help heal from trauma, improve self-esteem, reduce anxiety, relax and cope with stress, and learn to better control anger.
We often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to find and change negative thought patterns which affect feelings and behaviors in daily life. We also teach and use relaxation techniques and coping skills which help improve functioning and deal with stressors on a regular basis.
We would love to work with you to help heal from trauma, improve self-esteem, reduce anxiety, relax and cope with stress, and learn to better control anger.
We often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to find and change negative thought patterns which affect feelings and behaviors in daily life. We also teach and use relaxation techniques and coping skills which help improve functioning and deal with stressors on a regular basis.
You may have come here because something is not working in your life and you want it better or because you want more from life. I come with my training, my 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, my many more years of life experience, my mind, good heart and my intention to heal. You come with your issues, your past, perhaps with your anxiety, depression, or guilt. You also come with your strengths, some of which you might not recognize, and upon which we will build. I believe we are equal as humans, just sitting different chairs. I look forward to working with you.
You may have come here because something is not working in your life and you want it better or because you want more from life. I come with my training, my 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, my many more years of life experience, my mind, good heart and my intention to heal. You come with your issues, your past, perhaps with your anxiety, depression, or guilt. You also come with your strengths, some of which you might not recognize, and upon which we will build. I believe we are equal as humans, just sitting different chairs. I look forward to working with you.
I specialize in working with families, couples, groups, and individuals. I treat children as young as three, have experience with school phobia, adoption, blended families, gender issues, gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals, and the challenges of elderly. I am experienced working with psychoses, severe post traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, and problems of every day life. I have special expertise working with the LGBTQ+ population, with adolescents, sexual development, severe mental illness, post traumatic stress disorder, and physical illnesses.
I specialize in working with families, couples, groups, and individuals. I treat children as young as three, have experience with school phobia, adoption, blended families, gender issues, gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals, and the challenges of elderly. I am experienced working with psychoses, severe post traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, and problems of every day life. I have special expertise working with the LGBTQ+ population, with adolescents, sexual development, severe mental illness, post traumatic stress disorder, and physical illnesses.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? You don’t have to go through it alone. I provide a safe and supportive space where you can process your experiences, gain clarity, and begin to heal.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, maternal mental health, ADHD, substance abuse, & major life transitions. I am especially attuned to the unique needs of BIPOC individuals, caregivers, and professionals experiencing burnout. I aim to help you reconnect with your strengths, increase self-compassion, & create sustainable emotional well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? You don’t have to go through it alone. I provide a safe and supportive space where you can process your experiences, gain clarity, and begin to heal.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, maternal mental health, ADHD, substance abuse, & major life transitions. I am especially attuned to the unique needs of BIPOC individuals, caregivers, and professionals experiencing burnout. I aim to help you reconnect with your strengths, increase self-compassion, & create sustainable emotional well-being.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I offer a warm, safe space to find relief from suffering and deepen your connection to yourself and others.
I have extensive experience working with early and complex trauma, intimacy/relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, substance abuse and compulsive behaviors, major life transitions, identity struggles, and perinatal and postpartum mental health.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I offer a warm, safe space to find relief from suffering and deepen your connection to yourself and others.
I have extensive experience working with early and complex trauma, intimacy/relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, substance abuse and compulsive behaviors, major life transitions, identity struggles, and perinatal and postpartum mental health.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted? You may be navigating cross-cultural challenges, immigration uncertainty, or painful relationship patterns. I help individuals, couples, and families heal, rebuild trust, and create stronger emotional connections. I specialize in trauma recovery, cross-cultural and interracial relationships, life transitions, and premarital counseling. I provide specialized immigration psychological evaluations (Extreme Hardship, Asylum, VAWA, U/T Visas). Services available in English and Mandarin for individuals, couples, and immigrant families.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted? You may be navigating cross-cultural challenges, immigration uncertainty, or painful relationship patterns. I help individuals, couples, and families heal, rebuild trust, and create stronger emotional connections. I specialize in trauma recovery, cross-cultural and interracial relationships, life transitions, and premarital counseling. I provide specialized immigration psychological evaluations (Extreme Hardship, Asylum, VAWA, U/T Visas). Services available in English and Mandarin for individuals, couples, and immigrant families.
We thrive from emotional connections and sometimes those connections become strained by misunderstandings or disconnected through loss and we are left feeling distraught. Learn to develop effective communication skills, embrace grief, identify ways to cope, build trusting relationships with your significant other and those you care about. After a painful relationship sometimes we become unsure of the next step. Want someone to understand painful past experiences, anxiety, depression or indecision and how this gets in the way of a life you want to live? Take a deep breath, take the next step and call. No need to wait any longer.
We thrive from emotional connections and sometimes those connections become strained by misunderstandings or disconnected through loss and we are left feeling distraught. Learn to develop effective communication skills, embrace grief, identify ways to cope, build trusting relationships with your significant other and those you care about. After a painful relationship sometimes we become unsure of the next step. Want someone to understand painful past experiences, anxiety, depression or indecision and how this gets in the way of a life you want to live? Take a deep breath, take the next step and call. No need to wait any longer.
Dr. Mirta Innis-Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
North Bethesda, MD 20852
I specializing in issues spanning from family disruption, nearing divorce, sleep concerns, self-esteem, anger, and simply feeling“stuck” due to loss, anxiety and depression.
At Elite Behavioral Therapy, I believe you are the author of your own experience and the expert on your own life. But sometimes even experts need advice. Perhaps you have wondered why there isn’t a how-to manual for your own life. Or thought that others seem to know the secret ingredient to the recipe for a successful relationship. There is no magical formula for happiness. But I can be your guide, and help you dispel the myths and negative stories that you have told yourself that's getting in the way of your happiness. Worries, stresses, joy, and hopes? I can help you better manage the conflicts everyone struggles.
I specializing in issues spanning from family disruption, nearing divorce, sleep concerns, self-esteem, anger, and simply feeling“stuck” due to loss, anxiety and depression.
At Elite Behavioral Therapy, I believe you are the author of your own experience and the expert on your own life. But sometimes even experts need advice. Perhaps you have wondered why there isn’t a how-to manual for your own life. Or thought that others seem to know the secret ingredient to the recipe for a successful relationship. There is no magical formula for happiness. But I can be your guide, and help you dispel the myths and negative stories that you have told yourself that's getting in the way of your happiness. Worries, stresses, joy, and hopes? I can help you better manage the conflicts everyone struggles.
In my experience as a therapist, I have worked with individuals who may be struggling with challenges such as anxiety, depression, familial conflict, life adjustments, stress, mood disorders, grief & loss, women's issues, trauma, adjustment disorder, self-esteem issues, anger management, behavioral issues, and ADHD.
I earned a Bachelor of Science in Social Work through Frostburg State University in 2017. Then I continued on in my education and obtained a Master of Social Work through Salisbury University in 2018. I have been practicing Social Work for 8 years but within the last 5 years have been focused on offering one-on-one support through individual therapy services
In my experience as a therapist, I have worked with individuals who may be struggling with challenges such as anxiety, depression, familial conflict, life adjustments, stress, mood disorders, grief & loss, women's issues, trauma, adjustment disorder, self-esteem issues, anger management, behavioral issues, and ADHD.
I earned a Bachelor of Science in Social Work through Frostburg State University in 2017. Then I continued on in my education and obtained a Master of Social Work through Salisbury University in 2018. I have been practicing Social Work for 8 years but within the last 5 years have been focused on offering one-on-one support through individual therapy services
I am an experienced, mature therapist who has provided therapy to those fighting addictions and mental health issues for over 19 years. I offer supportive counseling combined with assessment, planning and evidence-based techniques (CBT, DBT) to teach clients new ways to cope and move forward toward their goals. If you are struggling with problem behaviors, painful moods and other mental health issues, there is hope. I know that together, we can create a plan that supports the change you want.
I am an experienced, mature therapist who has provided therapy to those fighting addictions and mental health issues for over 19 years. I offer supportive counseling combined with assessment, planning and evidence-based techniques (CBT, DBT) to teach clients new ways to cope and move forward toward their goals. If you are struggling with problem behaviors, painful moods and other mental health issues, there is hope. I know that together, we can create a plan that supports the change you want.
I strive to offer a non-judgmental, therapeutic environment where you feel deeply listened to and understood, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy, and acceptance. Together, we can explore your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, and your longings and fears.
Many individuals seek therapy to free themselves from self-defeating patterns, maladaptive behaviors, and the impact of past traumas. My goal is to help you connect more authentically with yourself and others, leading to a life filled with greater satisfaction!
I strive to offer a non-judgmental, therapeutic environment where you feel deeply listened to and understood, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy, and acceptance. Together, we can explore your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, and your longings and fears.
Many individuals seek therapy to free themselves from self-defeating patterns, maladaptive behaviors, and the impact of past traumas. My goal is to help you connect more authentically with yourself and others, leading to a life filled with greater satisfaction!
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 35 years of experience in mental health. I primarily see patients experiencing anxiety disorders and depression and use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. I'd like to hear from you; if you're having challenges and need help, I will hopefully be a good fit. I have a lot of empathy and compassion for anyone experiencing anxiety disorders and depression because I went through it in my twenties.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 35 years of experience in mental health. I primarily see patients experiencing anxiety disorders and depression and use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. I'd like to hear from you; if you're having challenges and need help, I will hopefully be a good fit. I have a lot of empathy and compassion for anyone experiencing anxiety disorders and depression because I went through it in my twenties.
I have seen many clients over the years and each one has been a unique individual with their own story to tell. Just as no two snowflakes are alike, no two people are alike. Allow me to help you find your own path and solutions through empowerment utilizing your unique strengths. Individuals come to see me for many reasons: Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, OCD, changes in family dynamics and other life changes. I want to provide an open, relaxed, non-judgmental environment that allows you to reach your full potential. Whatever your reason, therapy can be the first step.
I have seen many clients over the years and each one has been a unique individual with their own story to tell. Just as no two snowflakes are alike, no two people are alike. Allow me to help you find your own path and solutions through empowerment utilizing your unique strengths. Individuals come to see me for many reasons: Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, OCD, changes in family dynamics and other life changes. I want to provide an open, relaxed, non-judgmental environment that allows you to reach your full potential. Whatever your reason, therapy can be the first step.
We, as human beings, have our habitual way to think, feel, and behave which may not always help us cope well. We may feel stuck in the past, fearful for the unknown future, and not being able to be present in the moment. Yet, the present is the only time that we can do something to make a change and feel better. We can stop struggling and begin to practice acceptance and grow through our experiences. In the practice of mindfulness, we are able to observe and become aware of the attachment to our habitual pattern of unhelpful thoughts and be present in the now moment by cultivating a non-judgmental mind and a new beginner's mind.
We, as human beings, have our habitual way to think, feel, and behave which may not always help us cope well. We may feel stuck in the past, fearful for the unknown future, and not being able to be present in the moment. Yet, the present is the only time that we can do something to make a change and feel better. We can stop struggling and begin to practice acceptance and grow through our experiences. In the practice of mindfulness, we are able to observe and become aware of the attachment to our habitual pattern of unhelpful thoughts and be present in the now moment by cultivating a non-judgmental mind and a new beginner's mind.
Is your child having big emotions, frequent meltdowns, or behavior that feels so hard to navigate? I help children and their caregivers feel more connected, calm, and confident using evidence-based relationship-focused therapy.
Is your child having big emotions, frequent meltdowns, or behavior that feels so hard to navigate? I help children and their caregivers feel more connected, calm, and confident using evidence-based relationship-focused therapy.
At Medpsych Health Services, our goal is to provide thoughtful, competent, compassionate, and thorough psychiatric consultation, diagnostic evaluation, medication treatment, and as well as therapy services to clients in a confidential and caring environment with special consideration to biological, psychological, and physical health. We are an integrated mental health service provider where psychiatrists, psychologists, and psychotherapists collectively treat mental illnesses with complete consideration of your full medical, psychological, social, and family history.
At Medpsych Health Services, our goal is to provide thoughtful, competent, compassionate, and thorough psychiatric consultation, diagnostic evaluation, medication treatment, and as well as therapy services to clients in a confidential and caring environment with special consideration to biological, psychological, and physical health. We are an integrated mental health service provider where psychiatrists, psychologists, and psychotherapists collectively treat mental illnesses with complete consideration of your full medical, psychological, social, and family history.
Please note I am only seeing clients virtually. My ideal client is motivated to change and build a deeper understanding of self. They may be feeling stuck or lost and need an external push. I provide compassion, humor, challenging, insight, and tailored strategies to empower you to finding your way. I have a lot of experience working with college students and post-grads, but love working with teenagers and adults of any age.
Please note I am only seeing clients virtually. My ideal client is motivated to change and build a deeper understanding of self. They may be feeling stuck or lost and need an external push. I provide compassion, humor, challenging, insight, and tailored strategies to empower you to finding your way. I have a lot of experience working with college students and post-grads, but love working with teenagers and adults of any age.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing for over 25 years, I have extensive experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and other stressors. I have developed special expertise in addressing the turbulence of addiction, trauma recovery and healing. I am a therapist & addiction specialist helping individuals in MD and DC. I provide compassionate counseling with a solution focused and practical approach. Additionally, much of my work with clients includes developing coping strategies to deal with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and separation and divorce.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing for over 25 years, I have extensive experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and other stressors. I have developed special expertise in addressing the turbulence of addiction, trauma recovery and healing. I am a therapist & addiction specialist helping individuals in MD and DC. I provide compassionate counseling with a solution focused and practical approach. Additionally, much of my work with clients includes developing coping strategies to deal with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and separation and divorce.
Hello, welcome! Are you seeking a safe and warm environment to share concerns with someone? Do you just need someone to talk to? I am a compassionate psychotherapist in Maryland here to help you resolve your sense of overwhelm. Do you want to explore feelings that create a sense of overwhelm? Are you challenged with understanding how to move forward with or through events in your life? Are you looking to resolve conflict or unresolved differences in your relationship? I provide a warm and safe environment where we explore and discover how to get through this and move forward. No judgment here; only encouragement and hope.
Hello, welcome! Are you seeking a safe and warm environment to share concerns with someone? Do you just need someone to talk to? I am a compassionate psychotherapist in Maryland here to help you resolve your sense of overwhelm. Do you want to explore feelings that create a sense of overwhelm? Are you challenged with understanding how to move forward with or through events in your life? Are you looking to resolve conflict or unresolved differences in your relationship? I provide a warm and safe environment where we explore and discover how to get through this and move forward. No judgment here; only encouragement and hope.
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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.