Anger Management Therapists in Smithfield, VA
Laura is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: Mood Disorders, ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Self-esteem, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Depression, Family Conflict, Marital Problems, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Trauma, and PTSD.
Dr. Laura Suggs is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP). She is the co-owner of Solution Focused Counseling Group and has over 30 years of experience as a counselor and special educator. Dr. Suggs earned a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications from Norfolk State University, a Master of Arts in Special Education from Norfolk State University, a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling: Marriage & Family from Liberty University, and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Nova Southeastern University.
Laura is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: Mood Disorders, ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Self-esteem, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Depression, Family Conflict, Marital Problems, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Trauma, and PTSD.
Dr. Laura Suggs is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP). She is the co-owner of Solution Focused Counseling Group and has over 30 years of experience as a counselor and special educator. Dr. Suggs earned a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications from Norfolk State University, a Master of Arts in Special Education from Norfolk State University, a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling: Marriage & Family from Liberty University, and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Nova Southeastern University.
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Working with people is my superpower! Together, we’ll create a safe space to uncover your strengths and help you become the best version of yourself. Are you ready to prioritize yourself and let me guide you through your transformation? I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, parenting struggles, work -life balance, grief, relationship issues, and more!
Hey there!
Working with people is my superpower! Together, we’ll create a safe space to uncover your strengths and help you become the best version of yourself. Are you ready to prioritize yourself and let me guide you through your transformation? I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, parenting struggles, work -life balance, grief, relationship issues, and more!
My main focus is on helping clients move towards more fulfilling lives. Beyond diagnoses and labels, we are all people looking for moments of joy, of purpose, and also for meaningful engagement with others. I enjoy supporting clients of all backgrounds and with a wide array of concerns to help them meet their personal goals.
My main focus is on helping clients move towards more fulfilling lives. Beyond diagnoses and labels, we are all people looking for moments of joy, of purpose, and also for meaningful engagement with others. I enjoy supporting clients of all backgrounds and with a wide array of concerns to help them meet their personal goals.
Hi there, I'm Jennifer! I have a passion for helping clients reach their highest potential by overcoming their challenges. Together, we can work in a safe environment to bring out your strengths to become a better you. Are you ready to put yourself first, and allow me to help you do the work needed for your transformation?
Hi there, I'm Jennifer! I have a passion for helping clients reach their highest potential by overcoming their challenges. Together, we can work in a safe environment to bring out your strengths to become a better you. Are you ready to put yourself first, and allow me to help you do the work needed for your transformation?
My other areas of expertise include Anger Management, romantic relationship concerns, family relationships, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma, and Adjustments.
I have more than 20 years in the human service field, helping people navigate their way through life's challenges. I have a Masters in Human Servies and a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I served 10 years in the Military, both Navy and Army. I help individuals explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that prevent personal growth through identifying what changes need to be made to successfully journey toward a healthy, happy, and hopeful life.
My other areas of expertise include Anger Management, romantic relationship concerns, family relationships, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma, and Adjustments.
I have more than 20 years in the human service field, helping people navigate their way through life's challenges. I have a Masters in Human Servies and a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I served 10 years in the Military, both Navy and Army. I help individuals explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that prevent personal growth through identifying what changes need to be made to successfully journey toward a healthy, happy, and hopeful life.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Virgina. I am completing my Ph. D. in Psychology and Counseling with an emphasis in trauma and crisis. I have facilitated therapeutic practices with children through geriatric clients in my 30+ year career. I enjoy working with veterans, women's and men's conflicts, couples, and those diagnosed with developmental disabilities (ID/DD) as long as they can be responsive via telehealth. Please contact me for a consult.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Virgina. I am completing my Ph. D. in Psychology and Counseling with an emphasis in trauma and crisis. I have facilitated therapeutic practices with children through geriatric clients in my 30+ year career. I enjoy working with veterans, women's and men's conflicts, couples, and those diagnosed with developmental disabilities (ID/DD) as long as they can be responsive via telehealth. Please contact me for a consult.
I am a co-founder of Solution Focused Counseling Group; an emerging behavioral health organization that aims to empower individuals and families through supportive therapeutic services. I strive to offer person centered therapy that suits your individual needs. I pride myself in my relatability and empathic approach to therapy. I am here to coach and support you in establishing realistic goals, increased confidence, and a positive attitude towards life’s challenging moments.
I am a co-founder of Solution Focused Counseling Group; an emerging behavioral health organization that aims to empower individuals and families through supportive therapeutic services. I strive to offer person centered therapy that suits your individual needs. I pride myself in my relatability and empathic approach to therapy. I am here to coach and support you in establishing realistic goals, increased confidence, and a positive attitude towards life’s challenging moments.
Artisan Counseling | Michele Haynam,
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC, CSOTP, NCC
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
Artisan matches clients to counselor based on each individuals' wants and needs. We believe that everyone deserves to find their PEACE and we are committed to You. Artisan has counselors who have gained additional expertise in:
Trauma, Religious Trauma, Infertility/Post Partum, Addiction, Trans/Non-Binary Gender Affirming & Launching into Adulting.
Artisan matches clients to counselor based on each individuals' wants and needs. We believe that everyone deserves to find their PEACE and we are committed to You. Artisan has counselors who have gained additional expertise in:
Trauma, Religious Trauma, Infertility/Post Partum, Addiction, Trans/Non-Binary Gender Affirming & Launching into Adulting.
You’re doing all you can, but it feels like you're unraveling. Maybe you’re stuck in anxious thoughts that won’t quiet down, haunted by past experiences, navigating a life stressor, or parenting a child whose struggles leave you feeling helpless. It’s exhausting holding it all together when your mind and body are asking for relief. It can also be painful to watch your child overwhelmed by big emotions they don’t understand -resulting in meltdowns or clinginess. Therapy can be a place to breathe again, understand the weight you're carrying, and begin to feel like yourself, stronger and more in control.
You’re doing all you can, but it feels like you're unraveling. Maybe you’re stuck in anxious thoughts that won’t quiet down, haunted by past experiences, navigating a life stressor, or parenting a child whose struggles leave you feeling helpless. It’s exhausting holding it all together when your mind and body are asking for relief. It can also be painful to watch your child overwhelmed by big emotions they don’t understand -resulting in meltdowns or clinginess. Therapy can be a place to breathe again, understand the weight you're carrying, and begin to feel like yourself, stronger and more in control.
Mindful Journey Therapeutic Svs- Brianna W.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, MSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m Brianna Williams, MSW, a clinical clinician that believes every person has a God-given purpose and that with faith, healing, and support, we can overcome even the hardest challenges. My professional journey has included work in community mental health, private practice, medical settings, the school system, and government agencies such as the Hampton VA Medical Center and the Department of Justice. These experiences have strengthened my belief in the power of resilience, faith, and compassion in helping others heal and grow.
I’m Brianna Williams, MSW, a clinical clinician that believes every person has a God-given purpose and that with faith, healing, and support, we can overcome even the hardest challenges. My professional journey has included work in community mental health, private practice, medical settings, the school system, and government agencies such as the Hampton VA Medical Center and the Department of Justice. These experiences have strengthened my belief in the power of resilience, faith, and compassion in helping others heal and grow.
I am passionate about creating a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to unpack their emotional pain and begin their journey toward healing and peace. I actively listen to my clients' concerns with empathy and compassion, offering personalized coping strategies to assist them.
I am passionate about creating a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to unpack their emotional pain and begin their journey toward healing and peace. I actively listen to my clients' concerns with empathy and compassion, offering personalized coping strategies to assist them.
Do you sometimes feel alone and like no one could possibly understand you or what you are going through? I get it and would love to help you navigate through these confusing thoughts that are keeping you from living your best life. I have been in the mental health field since 2008 and have a variety of experience ranging from children, teens, adults and the elderly. I have worked with a significant number of mental health diagnoses and bring a mix of humor, logic and practical recommendations to sessions.
Do you sometimes feel alone and like no one could possibly understand you or what you are going through? I get it and would love to help you navigate through these confusing thoughts that are keeping you from living your best life. I have been in the mental health field since 2008 and have a variety of experience ranging from children, teens, adults and the elderly. I have worked with a significant number of mental health diagnoses and bring a mix of humor, logic and practical recommendations to sessions.
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I provide services to adults, adolescents, children and family helping them work through issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral Issues, Self-esteem, ADHD/ Impulse Issues, Toxic Relationships, and Anger/Emotional Issues.
I am a US Navy Veteran, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Life Coach. After establishing a trusting and genuine relationship with clients, I then strive on helping individuals become comfortable with the uncomfortable. I am a life coach that aims at helping those looking for guidance in achieving their personal and professional goals. I provide support and guidance to help you focus on what's important to you and then how to take the necessary steps. Being overwhelmed, stressed or dealing with anxiety can limit your personal and professional growth. I seek to provide an environment where you can find growth and change.
I provide services to adults, adolescents, children and family helping them work through issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral Issues, Self-esteem, ADHD/ Impulse Issues, Toxic Relationships, and Anger/Emotional Issues.
I am a US Navy Veteran, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Life Coach. After establishing a trusting and genuine relationship with clients, I then strive on helping individuals become comfortable with the uncomfortable. I am a life coach that aims at helping those looking for guidance in achieving their personal and professional goals. I provide support and guidance to help you focus on what's important to you and then how to take the necessary steps. Being overwhelmed, stressed or dealing with anxiety can limit your personal and professional growth. I seek to provide an environment where you can find growth and change.
My approach to therapy
I work with relationship issues, anger management, life transitions, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety.
I work with individuals and couples to identify the change they desire and together we come up with a plan to reach their goals. Change is never easy even when we want it. I will provide a supportive and accepting environment to navigate the process.
My approach to therapy
I work with relationship issues, anger management, life transitions, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety.
I work with individuals and couples to identify the change they desire and together we come up with a plan to reach their goals. Change is never easy even when we want it. I will provide a supportive and accepting environment to navigate the process.
Life is full of ups and downs, and we all encounter difficulties and joys as human beings. If you're seeking someone to lend a compassionate ear and walk beside you through your struggles, you've come to the right place. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges and find greater well-being. I aim to empower you to achieve mental, emotional, and physical wellness. I also enjoy assisting people of faith in exploring how their faith can intersect with their overall well-being. I’m here to offer understanding, support, and encouragement as we work together to address the challenges you face.
Life is full of ups and downs, and we all encounter difficulties and joys as human beings. If you're seeking someone to lend a compassionate ear and walk beside you through your struggles, you've come to the right place. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges and find greater well-being. I aim to empower you to achieve mental, emotional, and physical wellness. I also enjoy assisting people of faith in exploring how their faith can intersect with their overall well-being. I’m here to offer understanding, support, and encouragement as we work together to address the challenges you face.
Whether it's navigating relationships, managing daily stress, or building coping skills for anxiety, depression, anger, or self-esteem concerns, I'm here to help.
You’re the one who holds it together; until you can’t anymore. You feel stuck in patterns that keep repeating: emotional shutdowns, constant conflict, resentment, anxiety, or disconnection from the people you love most. You want real change, not surface-level coping. You want clarity, emotional safety, and relationships that don’t feel so hard. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready to break cycles, understand the “why” beneath their reactions, and build healthier ways of showing up, at home, in relationships, and within themselves.
Whether it's navigating relationships, managing daily stress, or building coping skills for anxiety, depression, anger, or self-esteem concerns, I'm here to help.
You’re the one who holds it together; until you can’t anymore. You feel stuck in patterns that keep repeating: emotional shutdowns, constant conflict, resentment, anxiety, or disconnection from the people you love most. You want real change, not surface-level coping. You want clarity, emotional safety, and relationships that don’t feel so hard. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready to break cycles, understand the “why” beneath their reactions, and build healthier ways of showing up, at home, in relationships, and within themselves.
I have experience providing individual and family therapy in residential settings and especially enjoy working with adolescents and their parents. Life transitions—whether adolescence, parenting, or simply being human—can feel overwhelming, and you don’t have to face them alone. If you’re here, you’ve already taken an important step.
I have experience providing individual and family therapy in residential settings and especially enjoy working with adolescents and their parents. Life transitions—whether adolescence, parenting, or simply being human—can feel overwhelming, and you don’t have to face them alone. If you’re here, you’ve already taken an important step.
Hello! My therapy journey has been challenging for a great reason. I personally have been motivated to work in this field because I genuinely care to help the community and assist clients with the guidance I have become knowledgeable about. I continue learning new areas for each specific client and will utilize that in each session. I enjoy my career very much and continue to widen my horizon to each specific need.
Hello! My therapy journey has been challenging for a great reason. I personally have been motivated to work in this field because I genuinely care to help the community and assist clients with the guidance I have become knowledgeable about. I continue learning new areas for each specific client and will utilize that in each session. I enjoy my career very much and continue to widen my horizon to each specific need.
This adult anger management group is a twelve-week group that meets on Thursdays from 10:30am-12PM on a weekly basis.
I’m truly looking forward to working with you as we focus on healing, growth, and moving forward. While we can’t change the past, we can absolutely learn from it. The present moment offers a powerful starting point for building a healthier, more fulfilling future. In our work together, we’ll explore the experiences and challenges that brought you to therapy and begin identifying how you want your life to feel and function moving forward. My goal is to help you gain clarity, build insight, and support you in taking meaningful steps toward lasting change. I believe therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical or boring. I believe in humor.
This adult anger management group is a twelve-week group that meets on Thursdays from 10:30am-12PM on a weekly basis.
I’m truly looking forward to working with you as we focus on healing, growth, and moving forward. While we can’t change the past, we can absolutely learn from it. The present moment offers a powerful starting point for building a healthier, more fulfilling future. In our work together, we’ll explore the experiences and challenges that brought you to therapy and begin identifying how you want your life to feel and function moving forward. My goal is to help you gain clarity, build insight, and support you in taking meaningful steps toward lasting change. I believe therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical or boring. I believe in humor.
You don't have to face anxiety, hopelessness, anger, or self-doubt alone.
Have you spent years in therapy but still struggle with loving yourself and feeling like you’re not enough? For over a decade, I’ve been committed to alleviating human suffering by helping individuals navigate self-doubt, low self-esteem, anxiety, and challenges with self-love & confidence so they can perform better at work and create fulfilling relationships on their own terms. While problems are a natural part of the human experience, I believe prolonged suffering does not have to be. My perspective is shaped not only by clinical training but by lived experience.
You don't have to face anxiety, hopelessness, anger, or self-doubt alone.
Have you spent years in therapy but still struggle with loving yourself and feeling like you’re not enough? For over a decade, I’ve been committed to alleviating human suffering by helping individuals navigate self-doubt, low self-esteem, anxiety, and challenges with self-love & confidence so they can perform better at work and create fulfilling relationships on their own terms. While problems are a natural part of the human experience, I believe prolonged suffering does not have to be. My perspective is shaped not only by clinical training but by lived experience.
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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.