Anger Management
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Anger triggers the bodies fight or flight system which can have a significant impact on how we relate to others and the world around us. Anger also serves a purpose, the purpose may differ for each individual but it is typically rooted in fear. So what may be manifesting as "anger" or "rage" stems from a fear response to a vulnerability being triggered or deemed as under threat. Our time together will not focus solely on eliminating anger, but rather, to understand it's purpose, and how it is historically relevant to your life in order to first deepen your understanding of it then work towards modifying it. All aspects of the self, including the part that is angry deserves to be seen, otherwise, we will deepen the emotions of shame and guilt which can perpetuate the cycle of anger.
4 Years Experience
Online in Revelstoke, British Columbia
Anger Management
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Our therapists can help you learn meaningful tools to manage strong emotions. You might be struggling with identifying frustration before it catapults to anger. We can help you learn to identify emotions, practice coping skills to manage these emotions, and help with communication strategies if anger is impacting your relationships. Please reach out to schedule a therapy session or free 15 minute consultation call.
6 Years Experience
Online in Revelstoke, British Columbia
Anger Management
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, Registered Provisional Psychologist (AB), RP (ON), CT, CCC, CCTP
To help people manage anger, one approach I often use to guide sessions is called Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (or CBT). It tends to be a shorter-term, situation-oriented, and present-focused approach, that for example helps people see the difference between thoughts and feelings, and in turn free themselves from unwanted patterns of behaviour. CBT is grounded in the belief that it is a person’s perception of events – rather than the events themselves – that determines how he or she will feel and act in response. CBT can often help with anger and many other issues. With CBT, you’ll be able to examine and question the thoughts that influence your emotions and behavior.
If you think you would benefit from a cognitive behavioural therapy approach for anger or other issues, please contact me today. I would be happy to speak with you about how I might be able to help.
15 Years Experience
Online in Revelstoke, British Columbia