Anger Management Therapy

This approach uses insight and skills to address anger issues.

I have spent years working with clients of ages on anger management to help them improve their functioning, relationships and wellbeing

My goal in treating anger is to identify the root cause of the anger. So many people get lost in their anger that they can overlook the source of that anger. I want to help you identify the source of that anger. Once we identify the source behind your anger we can learn how to manage the anger and learn a new way of handling these emotions.

Anger is a normal human emotion that warns us that something is being done to us that is threatening, unjust, or gets in the way of getting our needs met. Of course, we can become angry at ourselves for a variety of reasons. Anger by nature is not a “problem” nor does it always require “anger management.” Unfortunately, for many people, anger can become a problem that affects our mental and physical health, strains or damages relationships, hurts our ability to perform, and diminishes the way we see ourselves. I help people for whom anger has become a problem through developing behavioral and emotional self-awareness, understanding about triggers and underlying causes (including historical trauma), and effective coping skills (aka “tools”) that can help them manage their anger reactions in more constructive ways.

We will look at triggers and cues in order to gain more awareness of situations that lead to angry reactions. Various strategies to help counter the urge to act out will be utilize.

Anger management is psycho-therapeutic for anger prevention and control. It has been described as deploying anger successfully. Anger is frequently a result of frustration, or of feeling blocked or thwarted from something the subject feels is important.

In recent years I have become more aware of MY OWN history, in my teens/20s, of overreacting and letting people get under my skin. And I have realized that we must treat others with compassion and not allow ourselves to fly off the handle at every provocation. What purpose, after all, does it serve to get angry at bad restaurant service, or at the police officer who ticketed you for speeding? Do you really want people seeing you in that state, causing them to feel uncomfortable and to avoid you?

I've spent 9 years working with clients who have often committed violent and regretful acts due their lack of control over strong emotions. Many of my clients have been incarcerated; often as a result of their anger and substance abuse issues spiraling out of control. I help clients learn to recognize and reform their anger patterns, enabling them to feel more control over their emotions and take more pride in their lives.

As a certified Anger Management Specialist, I provide psychoeducation to include exploring thinking errors, assertive communication, conflict resolution, and calming techniques.

Anger is a natural emotions however the issue is what do you do when your are anger? Anger is connected to our core beliefs, and values.

I take a step by step approach to anger management therapy. We will work together in identifying what anger is, looking at triggers, recognizing how anger is felt within the mind and body, how your upbringing influenced your expression of anger, and ways of managing anger. I believe that anger is not inherently bad. It is how we manage our anger when it comes up that is important within our daily lives.

As the lead interventionist, facilitating 100's of interventions and trained by Dr. Joseph A. Pursch's. I have a profound drive to help people connect with the light and love.Dr.Leonard has passion for helping Clients find their inner strength and hope. Published author and has been interviewed on the radio for his views on addiction recovery programs for drugs, alcohol and spirituality. Orange County Court Approved Provider.Treatment for Doctors, OCIDAA-Top Psychologist addiction specialist)Bes

Therapy techniques to identify triggers and responses to anger, teaching strategies to manage it, and exploring thoughts and attitudes related to anger.

Utilize an evidence-based Anger Management curriculum focusing on Psychoeducation and Mindfulness Techniques