Anger Issues

I have had hands-on training and have experience running a court ordered anger management group.

Anger is often a trap that becomes too familiar and habitual. But anger is also a great motivator that helps us move mountains. How to find the golden mean where it is not dangerous, but empowers us to get things done? Mindfulness is a uniquely useful method for developing self-awareness whenever anger arises. Learning my individual anger triggers and cues is a good way to begin understanding how to shape my anger into the engine that creates better relationships and a joyful life.

*I DO NOT provide anger management classes* I have worked as an Anger Management Coordinator at a community mental health agency. I enjoy exploring anger with clients by using a psychodynamic lens and engaging clients in mindfulness/meditation. I work with individuals to help them understand and explore their anger by processing unresolved conflicts/past traumas. During this process, I will provide individuals with necessary tools to manage feelings of anger.

People respond to situations differently based on their views. Angry patients not be aware of how impulsive their behavior could cause issues for others. Unmet needs can make patients act reckless. Managing anger outburst with my patients have given them the opportunity to address their concerns and discover their unique attributes in building relationships and resolving conflicts.

I believe that anger is an expression of underlying unmet needs. Let’s work together to help you gain the skills to emotionally regulate intense emotions and strengthen your communication with your loved ones.

Anger is a powerful emotion AND it's an energy we feel strongly in our bodies. The feeling of anger can often tell us that something isn't right in the current moment. It may also be the result of unmet needs that culminated in feelings of anger for you as a young child. When unaddressed, this anger continues into adulthood. There are many ways that anger can be addressed - through changing thoughts & beliefs, learning to express feelings & needs and more.

When you’re triggered, the “thinking” part of your brain shuts down, the fight or flight response takes over, and you react in explosive, self-defeating and harmful ways. Guess what; it’s not your fault. You didn’t choose to be triggered, did you? It’s not your fault that your brain evolved to keep you safe and alive at any cost. Your brain evolved to react—without thinking—to keep you safe. We can reprocess and heal your triggers so you no longer overreact in the absence of genuine threat.

Have you been told that you need to learn to control your anger or has it gotten you into trouble at home, work or school? Using CBT (Cognitive-Behavior Therapy) and MI (Motivation Interviewing), I can help you learn to control your anger response and also lessen the amount of anger you experience internally. I've never heard anyone say, "I sure wish I could be angry more often." Now is the time to to work on this issue once and for all!

Serenity Solutions offers individual and group therapy for anger management. You will learn -what triggers -how to catch yourself when you feel worked up -how to decrease thoughts and feelings of anger -how to communicate respectfully, even when you feel angry.

Anger is a secondary emotion. This means that there are usually some other underlying feelings that are pushing it to the surface. This can be fear, sadness or humiliation. Also how we analyze what is going on outside of us, effects how we feel and act. Sometimes deep rooted issues are impacting our emotions. There are some strategies that can be used to help you regain control of your emotions.

I have taught court-approved Domestic Violence and anger management for a number of years. I use a compassion-based, trauma-focused approach to understanding the role of anger and emotional regulation in your life.

I honestly feel that we all have a lot to be angry about. I also believe that we can often misdirect our anger towards the people we love the most. If you find yourself pissed off most of the time, let me help you unpack that. There is a reason why and we'll figure it out together.

I have a program for dealing with anger issues and the underlying causes that is successful.

I am a Certified Anger Management Specialist. I am able able to provide mandated (or strongly suggested) anger management to help you better understand the underlying causes of your anger, help you develop less destructive coping skills, and ultimately help you improve the relationship you have with yourself and others.

Anger getting you in trouble with others? Tired of being mad all the time? Unsure about what to do with all those negative feelings inside? Let me give you the tools to resolve your internal turmoil and realize your triggers. Is it time to put the pain behind you?

Anger management is about acknowledging, understanding, and regulating intense emotions constructively. It involves developing self-awareness to identify triggers, employing coping mechanisms, and practicing healthy communication. Techniques such as deep breathing, mindfulness, and cognitive restructuring help redirect negative energy. Therapy provides valuable tools to explore the root causes of anger, fostering long-term emotional regulation and healthier interpersonal relationships.

Do you struggle with controlling your temper when emotions run high? Does daily life's typical frustrations turn into bigger issues? Dealing with anger can be tiring, and it may cause feelings of guilt and shame. But there is hope. Together, we can explore strategies to manage overwhelming emotions and discover more peace in your life. Let's work together to help you achieve a calmer and more fulfilling life.

The anger we stuff in the moment only continues to build over time until it is released. Many people struggle to find healthy ways to express their anger. Helping a person learn to express their anger in acceptable ways that lead to positive change is transformative work. Anger management promotes relationship safety and satisfaction.