Anger Management Therapists in Ruston, WA
I work with young children, teens, and parents who are struggling with intense feelings and behaviors and seeking specialized, effective, and holistic therapy to learn practical skills and insight in order to enjoy a happier, healthier life. I help children & adolescents overcome anxiety, ADHD, developmental delays, and sensory issues. I also help parents learn new ways to support their child/adolescent that are specific to the needs of their child. I am very familiar with 504/IEP's and have experience advocating as well as helping create plans that increase school success.
I work with young children, teens, and parents who are struggling with intense feelings and behaviors and seeking specialized, effective, and holistic therapy to learn practical skills and insight in order to enjoy a happier, healthier life. I help children & adolescents overcome anxiety, ADHD, developmental delays, and sensory issues. I also help parents learn new ways to support their child/adolescent that are specific to the needs of their child. I am very familiar with 504/IEP's and have experience advocating as well as helping create plans that increase school success.
If you’re tired of recycling the same argument, walking on eggshells with each other or don’t know how to repair your relationship, I can help you get to the root of your disconnection. I help distressed, disconnected couples remember what it's like to be sexy best friends instead of roommates. Together, we will identify your entrenched ways of arguing so that both of you can break these patterns by learning how to clearly state how you’re feeling to your partner and in turn, listen deeply. I'll help you pay close attention to each other, so that you both feel a little more held each time we meet.
If you’re tired of recycling the same argument, walking on eggshells with each other or don’t know how to repair your relationship, I can help you get to the root of your disconnection. I help distressed, disconnected couples remember what it's like to be sexy best friends instead of roommates. Together, we will identify your entrenched ways of arguing so that both of you can break these patterns by learning how to clearly state how you’re feeling to your partner and in turn, listen deeply. I'll help you pay close attention to each other, so that you both feel a little more held each time we meet.
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I believe everyone has, within them, the ability to bring about the change they most desire. It is my intent to help clients recognize strengths within themselves and find solutions for their challenges. I believe the relationship I build with clients is the cornerstone of growth and thus, place this first and foremost in my approach to therapy. Through our connection, my clients find a space to reflect on what they want in life and their relationships and take steps towards the changes they desire.
I believe everyone has, within them, the ability to bring about the change they most desire. It is my intent to help clients recognize strengths within themselves and find solutions for their challenges. I believe the relationship I build with clients is the cornerstone of growth and thus, place this first and foremost in my approach to therapy. Through our connection, my clients find a space to reflect on what they want in life and their relationships and take steps towards the changes they desire.
My specialties are relationships, ADHD, anger, anxiety, stress, family conflict, trauma, depression, and system involvement.
I believe that people can - and do - change and everyone is the expert of their own life. Walking along side individuals/families in their journey, I draw on skills from CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, and relational therapy to identify and expand upon strengths and goals; increase awareness of thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors to better understand ourselves; and establish effective problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication skills. My primary objective is to work myself out of a job; reach out to find out more!
My specialties are relationships, ADHD, anger, anxiety, stress, family conflict, trauma, depression, and system involvement.
I believe that people can - and do - change and everyone is the expert of their own life. Walking along side individuals/families in their journey, I draw on skills from CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, and relational therapy to identify and expand upon strengths and goals; increase awareness of thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors to better understand ourselves; and establish effective problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication skills. My primary objective is to work myself out of a job; reach out to find out more!
Someone once asked me, "What are the three key traits of an effective therapist?" "Empathy, empathy, and empathy," was my reply, emphasizing the importance of understanding another's perspective. Having experienced similar challenges, I can relate to what you might be going through. This emotional bond, paired with my academic expertise, is what makes me an effective therapist.
Just to be clear, anything we discuss stays between us. Building trust and comfort, over time, is what makes the therapeutic relationship work. One of my aims is to create an atmosphere where you can feel safe to share. I will not judge you.
Someone once asked me, "What are the three key traits of an effective therapist?" "Empathy, empathy, and empathy," was my reply, emphasizing the importance of understanding another's perspective. Having experienced similar challenges, I can relate to what you might be going through. This emotional bond, paired with my academic expertise, is what makes me an effective therapist.
Just to be clear, anything we discuss stays between us. Building trust and comfort, over time, is what makes the therapeutic relationship work. One of my aims is to create an atmosphere where you can feel safe to share. I will not judge you.
My specialty is working with anger, anxiety, emotional regulation, and relational conflict using a wide variety of tools.
My clients are self-aware but feel stuck. They may struggle with anxiety, relationship stress, low self-esteem, or pressure from work, school, or family. They want real change, not quick fixes. They are looking for a space that feels safe while also encouraging growth. Their goals drive them to understand their habits, manage their emotions more effectively, communicate clearly, and build healthier relationships. They are seeking the comfort of a confidant; someone who will help carry that weight, and maybe have a few laughs along the way. Ultimately, they are ready to break old cycles and create something different.
My specialty is working with anger, anxiety, emotional regulation, and relational conflict using a wide variety of tools.
My clients are self-aware but feel stuck. They may struggle with anxiety, relationship stress, low self-esteem, or pressure from work, school, or family. They want real change, not quick fixes. They are looking for a space that feels safe while also encouraging growth. Their goals drive them to understand their habits, manage their emotions more effectively, communicate clearly, and build healthier relationships. They are seeking the comfort of a confidant; someone who will help carry that weight, and maybe have a few laughs along the way. Ultimately, they are ready to break old cycles and create something different.
Reaching out for support takes courage, especially when relationship stress, communication challenges, or life transitions leave you feeling stuck. You may find yourselves repeating the same arguments, feeling misunderstood, or struggling to reconnect. I help couples improve communication, manage conflict, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional intimacy. I also support men navigating relationships, vulnerability, identity, and the pressure to carry everything alone. Together, we can identify unhealthy patterns, build healthier connections, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Reaching out for support takes courage, especially when relationship stress, communication challenges, or life transitions leave you feeling stuck. You may find yourselves repeating the same arguments, feeling misunderstood, or struggling to reconnect. I help couples improve communication, manage conflict, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional intimacy. I also support men navigating relationships, vulnerability, identity, and the pressure to carry everything alone. Together, we can identify unhealthy patterns, build healthier connections, and create meaningful, lasting change.
People I work with often navigate: persistent self-criticism or shame, histories of trauma, difficulty managing anger or emotional intensity, grief, or life transitions that feel disorienting.
I specialize in trauma-informed care that honors the complexity of your lived experience. My approach is relational, culturally responsive, and grounded in awareness of the nervous system. I use an integrative approach because healing isn’t one-size-fits-all, drawing on interventions such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and a strengths-based approach.
People I work with often navigate: persistent self-criticism or shame, histories of trauma, difficulty managing anger or emotional intensity, grief, or life transitions that feel disorienting.
I specialize in trauma-informed care that honors the complexity of your lived experience. My approach is relational, culturally responsive, and grounded in awareness of the nervous system. I use an integrative approach because healing isn’t one-size-fits-all, drawing on interventions such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and a strengths-based approach.
I am a believer in whole health, integrating a person-centered approach to connect clients to their strengths. I have been trained in cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, grief therapy, child-parent psychotherapy, infant mental health, and advanced trauma therapy. Ia My style is collaborative. I am happy to work at your pace, however, I encourage you to set realistic goals and expectations for the amount of time and energy you are able to devote.
I am a believer in whole health, integrating a person-centered approach to connect clients to their strengths. I have been trained in cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, grief therapy, child-parent psychotherapy, infant mental health, and advanced trauma therapy. Ia My style is collaborative. I am happy to work at your pace, however, I encourage you to set realistic goals and expectations for the amount of time and energy you are able to devote.
We often cope with the aftermath of trauma by developing a workable persona or "protector," fervently committed to keeping us safe by avoiding further emotional injury at any cost. As adults, day-to-day challenges trigger our protective parts with anxiety-provoking situations that elicit reactive, shielding responses, and keep us stuck looping in repetitive cycles.
While these protective defenses with their "never again" mantra had reliably sheltered our vulnerability in the past, today they function as painful reminders of lingering wounds and barriers to joyful, meaningful connection with others.
We often cope with the aftermath of trauma by developing a workable persona or "protector," fervently committed to keeping us safe by avoiding further emotional injury at any cost. As adults, day-to-day challenges trigger our protective parts with anxiety-provoking situations that elicit reactive, shielding responses, and keep us stuck looping in repetitive cycles.
While these protective defenses with their "never again" mantra had reliably sheltered our vulnerability in the past, today they function as painful reminders of lingering wounds and barriers to joyful, meaningful connection with others.
I help clients navigate grief, anger, and PTSD through trauma-informed, culturally responsive care.
Ready to release the panic and gain peace? When you’re carrying chronic stress or past trauma, just getting through a normal day can leave you feeling exhausted. If you feel like you're constantly navigating a world—or institutions—not built for you, you don't have to carry that weight alone.
I offer trauma-informed, culturally affirming therapy across Washington (virtual statewide, in-person in the Tri-Cities). Together, we will use active, evidence-based tools like EMDR to take the sting out of old hurts, helping you finally move from just surviving to truly thriving. Let's partner together for your healing journey!
I help clients navigate grief, anger, and PTSD through trauma-informed, culturally responsive care.
Ready to release the panic and gain peace? When you’re carrying chronic stress or past trauma, just getting through a normal day can leave you feeling exhausted. If you feel like you're constantly navigating a world—or institutions—not built for you, you don't have to carry that weight alone.
I offer trauma-informed, culturally affirming therapy across Washington (virtual statewide, in-person in the Tri-Cities). Together, we will use active, evidence-based tools like EMDR to take the sting out of old hurts, helping you finally move from just surviving to truly thriving. Let's partner together for your healing journey!
Hey! I'm Ed Muldrow, a Ph.D. In today's multicultural tech world, I provide a safe, energetic space to make time for balance and life's challenges. My goals: to help you feel seen, heard, and validated, and to build strong coping skills. I work with adults (Gen X, Gen Z, Millennials), as well as teens and children, to help everyone find their voice through a strength-based approach. I’ve worked with issues such as depression, bipolar disorder, adversity, family conflict, grief, and, in the worst case, overthinking. The first question I’m often asked is, "Do you take insurance?" YES-Check with your plan.
Hey! I'm Ed Muldrow, a Ph.D. In today's multicultural tech world, I provide a safe, energetic space to make time for balance and life's challenges. My goals: to help you feel seen, heard, and validated, and to build strong coping skills. I work with adults (Gen X, Gen Z, Millennials), as well as teens and children, to help everyone find their voice through a strength-based approach. I’ve worked with issues such as depression, bipolar disorder, adversity, family conflict, grief, and, in the worst case, overthinking. The first question I’m often asked is, "Do you take insurance?" YES-Check with your plan.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, life transitions, and anger management.
I’m here to listen, help you make sense of what you’re feeling, and support you in building the tools you need to move forward.
My goal is simple: to help you feel more in control, more confident, and more like yourself again.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, life transitions, and anger management.
I’m here to listen, help you make sense of what you’re feeling, and support you in building the tools you need to move forward.
My goal is simple: to help you feel more in control, more confident, and more like yourself again.
Are you navigating a major transition or feeling stuck in old patterns? You don’t have to face it alone.
I am passionate about supporting clients as they navigate life’s challenges and shift unhelpful patterns. I look forward to exploring your story and supporting your goals in a way that resonates and empowers you. Whether you need an empathetic ear and a soft place to land or are eager to turn new insights into meaningful action, I look forward to supporting your growth and healing. I offer a warm, judgment free space where we can untangle what is keeping you stuck. I am available by Telehealth for afternoon and evening sessions.
Are you navigating a major transition or feeling stuck in old patterns? You don’t have to face it alone.
I am passionate about supporting clients as they navigate life’s challenges and shift unhelpful patterns. I look forward to exploring your story and supporting your goals in a way that resonates and empowers you. Whether you need an empathetic ear and a soft place to land or are eager to turn new insights into meaningful action, I look forward to supporting your growth and healing. I offer a warm, judgment free space where we can untangle what is keeping you stuck. I am available by Telehealth for afternoon and evening sessions.
Feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed? Maybe you are having some challenges in your relationships that feel frustrating. You might be feeling like you are stuck in old patterns and you know that you don't have feel the way you do. I can help you break these patterns by addressing the roots of the what you are feeling. You might be holding on to beliefs of not being good enough, not feeling safe or feelings of powerlessness. You are not alone. I can support you in overcoming these feelings.
Feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed? Maybe you are having some challenges in your relationships that feel frustrating. You might be feeling like you are stuck in old patterns and you know that you don't have feel the way you do. I can help you break these patterns by addressing the roots of the what you are feeling. You might be holding on to beliefs of not being good enough, not feeling safe or feelings of powerlessness. You are not alone. I can support you in overcoming these feelings.
I work with those who: struggle to manage anger, those who are struggling to create and maintain emotional and relational intimacy, those struggling in being a new parent, childhood trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I seek to create a warm, down-to-earth, and accepting experience for you to explore the unspeakable things you have experienced. Many of us, myself included, were rarely taught how to connect with and understand our emotions. So when we experience difficult feelings like sadness, disappointment, anxiety, shame, fear, grief, and pain. We often do what we know most, to cope and suffer in isolation and silence. It doesn't have to be that way. We will work together to nurture, heal and care for the parts of yourself that often you have had no idea what to do with. The wounds you have carried with you all your life can be healed!
I work with those who: struggle to manage anger, those who are struggling to create and maintain emotional and relational intimacy, those struggling in being a new parent, childhood trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I seek to create a warm, down-to-earth, and accepting experience for you to explore the unspeakable things you have experienced. Many of us, myself included, were rarely taught how to connect with and understand our emotions. So when we experience difficult feelings like sadness, disappointment, anxiety, shame, fear, grief, and pain. We often do what we know most, to cope and suffer in isolation and silence. It doesn't have to be that way. We will work together to nurture, heal and care for the parts of yourself that often you have had no idea what to do with. The wounds you have carried with you all your life can be healed!
My name is Anthonie Etienne, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) , a Pastoral Counselor, and an Ordained Minister. I truly have joy serving those who are in need of realignment in their daily lives. Genuinely reaching the heart of any challenges/trials in life opens the opportunity of building from the inside out. Working on our relationship, which will be built on being heard and developing solutions together, creates empowerment to conquer all.
My name is Anthonie Etienne, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) , a Pastoral Counselor, and an Ordained Minister. I truly have joy serving those who are in need of realignment in their daily lives. Genuinely reaching the heart of any challenges/trials in life opens the opportunity of building from the inside out. Working on our relationship, which will be built on being heard and developing solutions together, creates empowerment to conquer all.
I specialize in helping men (ages 30+) who get stuck in anxiety, loneliness, anger, grief, or depression, and those struggling with alcohol or pornography.
We work on root causes and patterns, not just symptoms.
I specialize in helping men (ages 30+) who get stuck in anxiety, loneliness, anger, grief, or depression, and those struggling with alcohol or pornography.
We work on root causes and patterns, not just symptoms.
Suffering can be caused by depression, anxiety, anger, bad relationships, unfulfilling jobs, low self esteem, confusion, andmental illness.
Empathetic listening and client collaboration is vital for successful therapy.
Suffering can be caused by depression, anxiety, anger, bad relationships, unfulfilling jobs, low self esteem, confusion, andmental illness.
Empathetic listening and client collaboration is vital for successful therapy.
I’m an experienced clinical psychologist specializing in trauma, anxiety, sex therapy, ADHD, and skills to help you move beyond surviving to start living with intention. My approach is collaborative, compassionately direct, and grounded in the belief that you are not broken. You’re adapting—and you don’t need to be “fixed” to experience peace, pleasure, and clarity. Whether it's the invisible weight of trauma, depression that won’t ease, or relationships that leave you feeling drained, effective change is possible. If you're ready to begin, I’d be honored to walk alongside you, whether you’re diving in or simply testing the waters.
I’m an experienced clinical psychologist specializing in trauma, anxiety, sex therapy, ADHD, and skills to help you move beyond surviving to start living with intention. My approach is collaborative, compassionately direct, and grounded in the belief that you are not broken. You’re adapting—and you don’t need to be “fixed” to experience peace, pleasure, and clarity. Whether it's the invisible weight of trauma, depression that won’t ease, or relationships that leave you feeling drained, effective change is possible. If you're ready to begin, I’d be honored to walk alongside you, whether you’re diving in or simply testing the waters.
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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.