Anger Management Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
Kyle Hulsebus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (Online Only)
I specialize in anger and anxiety management across the life span, especially with teens and adults.
I enjoy working with teens and adults, especially those struggling to navigate some of the tougher moments of life. I have a lot of experience working with folks on emotional management - especially anger and anxiety - as well as exploring relationships and their impact on a person's life. I seek to help people find the best way forward and to overcome the stumbling blocks on their way. As a therapist, I also try to help challenge people's thoughts and help them gain new perspectives on the issues they're facing.
I specialize in anger and anxiety management across the life span, especially with teens and adults.
I enjoy working with teens and adults, especially those struggling to navigate some of the tougher moments of life. I have a lot of experience working with folks on emotional management - especially anger and anxiety - as well as exploring relationships and their impact on a person's life. I seek to help people find the best way forward and to overcome the stumbling blocks on their way. As a therapist, I also try to help challenge people's thoughts and help them gain new perspectives on the issues they're facing.
The Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15233
We've helped clients in overcoming symptoms related to anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship difficulties, guilt, shame, trauma, and more.
Our Counseling and Psychiatric team in Pittsburgh, Wexford, Monroeville, Greensburg, South Hills, Cranberry, and Online, specializes in providing compassionate mental health services for you, your marriage, and family. If you're grappling with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, relationship conflicts, communication challenges, or more, we recognize how these issues can impact your desired life. Our counseling team, complemented by telepsychiatry and medication management services, provides evidence-based therapy solutions for you. With personalized treatment plans, our goal is to fast-track your journey to wellness.
We've helped clients in overcoming symptoms related to anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship difficulties, guilt, shame, trauma, and more.
Our Counseling and Psychiatric team in Pittsburgh, Wexford, Monroeville, Greensburg, South Hills, Cranberry, and Online, specializes in providing compassionate mental health services for you, your marriage, and family. If you're grappling with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, relationship conflicts, communication challenges, or more, we recognize how these issues can impact your desired life. Our counseling team, complemented by telepsychiatry and medication management services, provides evidence-based therapy solutions for you. With personalized treatment plans, our goal is to fast-track your journey to wellness.
Dane R Franko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
I specialize in multi-cultural populations, trauma, men's issues, and anger issues.
Do you feel like your isolated, stuck, out-of-control, depressed, anxious, having difficulty relating to others, drinking/using substances too much, or just lacking a sense of direction/purpose? Do you get the sense that the world is against you or that whatever you do it’s not enough? For 20 years, I have honed my style to support personal growth by helping individuals honor/understand his/her/their style as necessary for survival, while promoting development of newer/adaptive styles that enable meaningful relationships, enhanced self-confidence, meet challenges of aging, life-transitions, grief/loss, trauma, and anger management.
I specialize in multi-cultural populations, trauma, men's issues, and anger issues.
Do you feel like your isolated, stuck, out-of-control, depressed, anxious, having difficulty relating to others, drinking/using substances too much, or just lacking a sense of direction/purpose? Do you get the sense that the world is against you or that whatever you do it’s not enough? For 20 years, I have honed my style to support personal growth by helping individuals honor/understand his/her/their style as necessary for survival, while promoting development of newer/adaptive styles that enable meaningful relationships, enhanced self-confidence, meet challenges of aging, life-transitions, grief/loss, trauma, and anger management.
I am happy to work with clients on developing more contentment and serenity and less anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, or shame. You might be having a difficult time accepting yourself, accepting the shortcomings of others or accepting life’s struggles. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy to dispute our irrational beliefs and create new alternative beliefs that are helpful to us.
I am happy to work with clients on developing more contentment and serenity and less anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, or shame. You might be having a difficult time accepting yourself, accepting the shortcomings of others or accepting life’s struggles. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy to dispute our irrational beliefs and create new alternative beliefs that are helpful to us.
I am Alexandra Moran, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field. I am passionate about working with individuals who have a history of trauma and exploring how that trauma has shaped their beliefs about themselves and their relationships. I also specialize in helping people manage addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship challenges.
I am Alexandra Moran, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field. I am passionate about working with individuals who have a history of trauma and exploring how that trauma has shaped their beliefs about themselves and their relationships. I also specialize in helping people manage addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship challenges.
Sandra Maria Pattinato
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
I have worked with a number of different issues including depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, relationship issues, substance abuse and anger control.
I have 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in a number of different settings and with clients from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. My priority is to meet the client where he or she is and help him or her by providing support, aid and guidance, so the client can work through processing the past, identifying present patterns and taking steps toward long lasting changes while addressing the client’s fears, challenges and worries along the way.
I have worked with a number of different issues including depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, relationship issues, substance abuse and anger control.
I have 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in a number of different settings and with clients from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. My priority is to meet the client where he or she is and help him or her by providing support, aid and guidance, so the client can work through processing the past, identifying present patterns and taking steps toward long lasting changes while addressing the client’s fears, challenges and worries along the way.
With over 10 years of clinical experience, I also specialize in treating anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and adjustment to life changes.
Now seeing clients during EVENING and WEEKEND hours with some morning openings. As a licensed psychologist I provide psychotherapy services to adults facing a wide array of difficulties. I have expertise in working with college-aged individuals and older adults alike. While I believe that pain is an inevitable part of life, suffering can be reduced through the psychotherapy process. I integrate cognitive-behavioral strategies with acceptance-based techniques to foster autonomy, empowerment, and growth. I work with clients on their goals and needs and tailor therapy to the individual/couple using compassion, humor, and curiosity.
With over 10 years of clinical experience, I also specialize in treating anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and adjustment to life changes.
Now seeing clients during EVENING and WEEKEND hours with some morning openings. As a licensed psychologist I provide psychotherapy services to adults facing a wide array of difficulties. I have expertise in working with college-aged individuals and older adults alike. While I believe that pain is an inevitable part of life, suffering can be reduced through the psychotherapy process. I integrate cognitive-behavioral strategies with acceptance-based techniques to foster autonomy, empowerment, and growth. I work with clients on their goals and needs and tailor therapy to the individual/couple using compassion, humor, and curiosity.
Debra Cooke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (Online Only)
Debra Blaacker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in treating life transitions, anger, self-esteem, parenting issues, and stress in all ages. Debra has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with a variety of people with different types of trauma, and all have had the same needs: Everyone needs support and drive when they want to make positive changes, and Debra wants to support and push her clients as needed to help them improve their quality of life.
Debra Blaacker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in treating life transitions, anger, self-esteem, parenting issues, and stress in all ages. Debra has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with a variety of people with different types of trauma, and all have had the same needs: Everyone needs support and drive when they want to make positive changes, and Debra wants to support and push her clients as needed to help them improve their quality of life.
Dr. Pavel Somov | Existential-Dynamic Associates
Psychologist, PhD, Author, Speaker
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
I published numerous mindfulness-based self-help books: "Present Perfect," "Eating the Moment," "Reinventing the Meal," "Mindful Emotional Eating," " Anger Management Jumpstart," "Lotus Effect," "Smoke-Free Smoke Break," "6th Battle of Acedia," "Neural We.
Online & In-person. 25+ yrs of clinical experience. I see counseling as a collaborative process designed to help you become aware of how you think, feel & behave, to help you overcome problems & live more fully. I believe that learning to see yourself & others with compassion and acceptance is a path to well-being & meaning. I have an engaging, experiential counseling style. I also lecture domestically & internationally on anger management, mindful eating, perfectionism & resilience. My approach to self-criticalness was validated by an independent research team. I'm on the Advisory Board of The Mindfulness Project (London, UK).
I published numerous mindfulness-based self-help books: "Present Perfect," "Eating the Moment," "Reinventing the Meal," "Mindful Emotional Eating," " Anger Management Jumpstart," "Lotus Effect," "Smoke-Free Smoke Break," "6th Battle of Acedia," "Neural We.
Online & In-person. 25+ yrs of clinical experience. I see counseling as a collaborative process designed to help you become aware of how you think, feel & behave, to help you overcome problems & live more fully. I believe that learning to see yourself & others with compassion and acceptance is a path to well-being & meaning. I have an engaging, experiential counseling style. I also lecture domestically & internationally on anger management, mindful eating, perfectionism & resilience. My approach to self-criticalness was validated by an independent research team. I'm on the Advisory Board of The Mindfulness Project (London, UK).
Sharon Elaine Opitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
If you feel that you have had problems with depression, anxiety or anger and this has negatively affected your work experience or your relationships, I think that I can help you. I have had over 20 years experience working with individuals and couples overcome their obstacles and find more rewarding experiences. Please feel free to contact me if you have had any of the following: anger issues, anxiety including panic attacks, relationship conflicts, trauma, work conflicts or negative thinking. I use both a cognitive and systems approach in my therapy.
If you feel that you have had problems with depression, anxiety or anger and this has negatively affected your work experience or your relationships, I think that I can help you. I have had over 20 years experience working with individuals and couples overcome their obstacles and find more rewarding experiences. Please feel free to contact me if you have had any of the following: anger issues, anxiety including panic attacks, relationship conflicts, trauma, work conflicts or negative thinking. I use both a cognitive and systems approach in my therapy.
Ekaterina Escobar, LPC, LMHC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15239 (Online Only)
I best work with people who struggle with ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar d/o, trauma, self-worth issues, substance abuse, numbing behaviors, anger, relationship problems, life transitions, and multicultural issues.
As a therapist I support people who feel stuck in their personal or family lives due to feeling depressed, anxious, hurt, hopeless, or angry. All of these issues can make you feel discouraged and our lives become more difficult to manage. But, don't get discouraged. Very often pain in our lives is a necessary component for change and growth even if it does not look like that at this moment.
I best work with people who struggle with ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar d/o, trauma, self-worth issues, substance abuse, numbing behaviors, anger, relationship problems, life transitions, and multicultural issues.
As a therapist I support people who feel stuck in their personal or family lives due to feeling depressed, anxious, hurt, hopeless, or angry. All of these issues can make you feel discouraged and our lives become more difficult to manage. But, don't get discouraged. Very often pain in our lives is a necessary component for change and growth even if it does not look like that at this moment.
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, anger management, depression and anxiety, life transition issues for people in their 20’s and career counseling/personal growth counseling.
Experiences like a persistent state of sadness, anxiety or even anger/resentment can leave you feeling stuck. After a while, being stuck can create frustration and feelings of loneliness. Over a decade of experience in the mental health field has taught me the strength of the therapeutic relationship in supporting people to free themselves from excessive emotional pain and to create new opportunities for happiness, excitement and peace of mind.
, anger management, depression and anxiety, life transition issues for people in their 20’s and career counseling/personal growth counseling.
Experiences like a persistent state of sadness, anxiety or even anger/resentment can leave you feeling stuck. After a while, being stuck can create frustration and feelings of loneliness. Over a decade of experience in the mental health field has taught me the strength of the therapeutic relationship in supporting people to free themselves from excessive emotional pain and to create new opportunities for happiness, excitement and peace of mind.
The Beverly Centre
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
My speciality is working with those individuals who may be challenged with anger management concerns.
The Beverly Centre provides person-centered therapy in a safe, non-judgemental, therapeutic environment. The mission of The Beverly Centre is to help you achieve your best possible self! Challenges that I am best suited to treating are domestic violence issues, relationship concerns, marriage and family problems, co-dependency concerns, anger management, victims of violent crimes, and women's empowerment issues. I also am trained to assist you in managing anxiety and panic disorders, depression, grief and loss, divorce and custody, sexual assaults, spirituality, PTSD, and adolescent challenges. I treat any gender, all ethnicities, and any religious orientation.
My speciality is working with those individuals who may be challenged with anger management concerns.
The Beverly Centre provides person-centered therapy in a safe, non-judgemental, therapeutic environment. The mission of The Beverly Centre is to help you achieve your best possible self! Challenges that I am best suited to treating are domestic violence issues, relationship concerns, marriage and family problems, co-dependency concerns, anger management, victims of violent crimes, and women's empowerment issues. I also am trained to assist you in managing anxiety and panic disorders, depression, grief and loss, divorce and custody, sexual assaults, spirituality, PTSD, and adolescent challenges. I treat any gender, all ethnicities, and any religious orientation.
Dr. Phillip Raab
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I’m also ABPP board-certified in Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT) Therapy and offer treatments for anger management, anxiety, and depression.
I deeply respect the strength and courage it takes to reach out to someone you’ve never met before and ask for help. To honor this, I begin by listening to understand not only the things you’re struggling with, but also your strengths, goals, the things you value most. You’re the expert of your own life, and I strongly believe treatment should be a collaboration in which we work together as a team to achieve your goals. With this as the starting point we’ll develop a treatment plan personalized to you and make sure we’re always focused on the changes you want to make.
I’m also ABPP board-certified in Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT) Therapy and offer treatments for anger management, anxiety, and depression.
I deeply respect the strength and courage it takes to reach out to someone you’ve never met before and ask for help. To honor this, I begin by listening to understand not only the things you’re struggling with, but also your strengths, goals, the things you value most. You’re the expert of your own life, and I strongly believe treatment should be a collaboration in which we work together as a team to achieve your goals. With this as the starting point we’ll develop a treatment plan personalized to you and make sure we’re always focused on the changes you want to make.
Antoinette Bogan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Antoinette Bogan. I am the Owner and Clinical Director of Gentle Force Counseling Services. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with 4 years experience in counseling, and 15 years of experience in social services, including working as an investigator and helping people in crisis in the individual and family services industry. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, parenting issues, & anger management. My team of Clinicians and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion at all times.
Hello! My name is Antoinette Bogan. I am the Owner and Clinical Director of Gentle Force Counseling Services. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with 4 years experience in counseling, and 15 years of experience in social services, including working as an investigator and helping people in crisis in the individual and family services industry. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, parenting issues, & anger management. My team of Clinicians and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion at all times.
I have experience in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, attachment issues, bipolar, psychotic-related disorders, self-esteem, grief and loss, and PTSD.
Life can be troublesome especially with adding a global pandemic into the mix. I aim to guide you through obstacles with a person-centered approach as I believe every individual is different and will tailor treatment to your specific needs.
I have experience in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, attachment issues, bipolar, psychotic-related disorders, self-esteem, grief and loss, and PTSD.
Life can be troublesome especially with adding a global pandemic into the mix. I aim to guide you through obstacles with a person-centered approach as I believe every individual is different and will tailor treatment to your specific needs.
Colleen O'Shea
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, CFAS, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
I have special interest and experience working with clients with various issues including substance use, depression, anxiety, stress, anger management, trauma, and relationship and family issues.
Beyond the fear is freedom. Do you struggle with drug or alcohol abuse and/or depression or anxiety? Do you want someone who can help guide you along the path to recovery? For over 24 years, I have helped individuals find healing and understanding when they have become overwhelmed with life problems. Do you drink or use drugs to numb or escape emotional pain? Do you struggle with feeling sad, anxious, alone, or like no one understands you? You don't have to face your issues alone. I can understand what you are dealing with.
I have special interest and experience working with clients with various issues including substance use, depression, anxiety, stress, anger management, trauma, and relationship and family issues.
Beyond the fear is freedom. Do you struggle with drug or alcohol abuse and/or depression or anxiety? Do you want someone who can help guide you along the path to recovery? For over 24 years, I have helped individuals find healing and understanding when they have become overwhelmed with life problems. Do you drink or use drugs to numb or escape emotional pain? Do you struggle with feeling sad, anxious, alone, or like no one understands you? You don't have to face your issues alone. I can understand what you are dealing with.
Leigh Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Together we will work on resiliency through exploring coping skills, relationship issues, stress and anger management, to increase overall life satisfaction.
Waitlist for Fall 2024 - Hello! I provide a warm, non judgmental environment for you to explore your thoughts, habits and behavior holding you back from achieving authentic happiness. I specialize in working with adults with ADHD, anxiety and with the effects of addiction. ADHD impacts all areas of your life and my goal is to help you get your life back on track, restore hope and work towards inner peace. I also have an interest in helping individuals deal with depression, and newly diagnosed illnesses specifically multiple sclerosis. Having lived on 3 continents I work with clients struggling with change and life transitions.
Together we will work on resiliency through exploring coping skills, relationship issues, stress and anger management, to increase overall life satisfaction.
Waitlist for Fall 2024 - Hello! I provide a warm, non judgmental environment for you to explore your thoughts, habits and behavior holding you back from achieving authentic happiness. I specialize in working with adults with ADHD, anxiety and with the effects of addiction. ADHD impacts all areas of your life and my goal is to help you get your life back on track, restore hope and work towards inner peace. I also have an interest in helping individuals deal with depression, and newly diagnosed illnesses specifically multiple sclerosis. Having lived on 3 continents I work with clients struggling with change and life transitions.
I was born and raised in Pittsburgh. I earned my doctorate at Nova University School of Professional Psychology, my Master's Degree at Duquesne University, and my Bachelor's Degree from Washington and Jefferson College. I completed an APA approved internship at the VA Medical Center in Salem Virginia. My almost thirty years experience is in both inpatient and outpatient psychotherapy, and have worked in private practice since 1985. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I treat a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, anger management, ADD/ADHD/ODD, loss, behavioral management, and thought disorders.
I was born and raised in Pittsburgh. I earned my doctorate at Nova University School of Professional Psychology, my Master's Degree at Duquesne University, and my Bachelor's Degree from Washington and Jefferson College. I completed an APA approved internship at the VA Medical Center in Salem Virginia. My almost thirty years experience is in both inpatient and outpatient psychotherapy, and have worked in private practice since 1985. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I treat a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, anger management, ADD/ADHD/ODD, loss, behavioral management, and thought disorders.
Hope Deals Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, CGCS
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (Online Only)
Our team is certified in Art Therapy, Anger Management, Grief and Trauma.
Hope Deals Counseling & Consulting is black woman-led, virtual mental health private practice that utilizes culturally informed psychotherapy and components of cognitive behavioral theory to assist individuals, couples and families to create a "Hope Deal" for a healthier and happier lifestyle with optimal mental wealth. With certifications in grief and trauma, it is understood that your process of self-actualization is unique and deserves a clinically safe space for you to explore and grow in reaching your goals.
Our team is certified in Art Therapy, Anger Management, Grief and Trauma.
Hope Deals Counseling & Consulting is black woman-led, virtual mental health private practice that utilizes culturally informed psychotherapy and components of cognitive behavioral theory to assist individuals, couples and families to create a "Hope Deal" for a healthier and happier lifestyle with optimal mental wealth. With certifications in grief and trauma, it is understood that your process of self-actualization is unique and deserves a clinically safe space for you to explore and grow in reaching your goals.
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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.