Anger Management and Counselling in Brooklin, ON.

I work to teach my clients to both understand the underlying components of anger, and to provide them with strageties to stop it at the very first sign. Understanding what causes the anger is a key component to stopping it. I also look into situational factors such as relationships or work environments that may be contributing to the problem. Spouses, partners, friends, or family members are welcome to join in the process where appropriate, and only if you choose to do so. You will feel more in control, calmer and healthier and happier as a result, and your relationships will improve as well.

We feel anger because we feel that something is not fair, something is not working out the way we thought it should, our boundaries have been crossed, or we feel we have been treated badly, or missed out. Anger can be frustrating if you don't know how to address the underlying issue. I specialize in helping those whose anger is related to social anxiety, isolation, bullying, harassment or lack of important social skills.

In anger management counselling, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the emotions and triggers underlying anger. Together, we identify patterns, develop healthy coping strategies, and practice communication skills to express feelings constructively. My approach focuses on understanding the root causes of anger, increasing self-awareness, and building emotional regulation skills. Clients often gain greater control over their responses, improve relationships, and experience a sense of calm, empowerment, and personal growth.

There are 3 phases in working with Anger 1.Prevention- Attempts to forestall the very onset of anger. 2. Intervention- Aims to reduce the intensity or the duration of anger that has already ignited. 3. Postvention- Aims to discharge any residual anger. Emotions are regulated by re-experiencing, releasing, or converting them into a safe form. We will not only focus on your cognitions and behaviors as entry points but also focus on the modification of affect (your emotions). Anger is an emotion. To have no room in therapy for the feeling component of this emotion is to deny its very essence, your existence. Gestalt perspective- Expression of anger can be very productive. Let out!

Anger is good; we should get angry when we see some injustice or when someone is trying to violate our personal property lines. In such cases, our anger is what motivates us to take appropriate action. Anger is a good emotion when it gets us moving, but if we let it take root, we set ourselves up for a great deal of potential harm. Learn the right life skills to manage the anger emotion. Everyone can learn these skills. The same as everyone can learn to read or learn to play their favorite sport. As we learn and practice the skills, we become better at whatever we do. Hire me to help you become successful in managing all your feelings, including anger.

Where is your anger really coming from? Where do you feel it in your body? What sort of rage takes you over and renders you completely out of control? Anger is a complex emotion that is often misunderstood. It is actually a result of profound sadness transformed into a physical and often violent outburst. Working with anger is not just about coping with the events that bring about the response, but digging deep into the cause of the sadness and resultant anger and rushes out of you often unexpectedly. Let's work together to solve this mystery—with the dual goal to lessen the symptoms as well as to find the deeper cause.

Anger is a normal, healthy emotion. Many times it's a call for action to make things right. However, when it gets out of control it can lead to physical problems, issues at work, and in your personal relationships, Anger can make you feel as though you're at the mercy of an unpredictable and powerful emotion. I'll provide you with tools to reduce the emotional and physiological arousal that anger causes. I can also offer a court recognized letter of completion of the program. My approach includes CBT, NLP and hypnotherapy. You can't get rid of the things or the people that enrages you but you can learn to deal with them constructively. I'll be my pleasure to guide you through this process.

Through the use of acceptance and mindfulness strategies help clients to be fully present in the moment and to accept otherwise negative emotions that contribute to unhealthy expressions of anger. Commitment and behavior change strategies help clients to change or persist in behaviors more in line with their own values. Used together these strategies increase client’s psychological flexibility.

With the fast pace and challenges of life, you do not have to face them alone. Sometimes you need a helping hand and a friendly ear to talk to. It's my passion to help people. I offer counselling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. I work with clients to improve their resiliency, and uncover their strengths using a client centered approach and different modalities to meet needs .

Issues in anger may overlap with issues in anxiety or mood. From agitation, to irritability, if you feel that you are struggling with an issue related to anger that is coupled with issues in anxiety or mood, we can assist. At Reflections Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, we can help you to explore this anger, help you to better understand it, and help you to use the insight gained to develop better coping strategies and better ways of managing the issue. These strategies will assist you to experience less distress and live a better quality of life.

Learning to understand one’s emotions is a powerful step—and recognizing that there are no “good” or “bad” emotions is key to effective anger management. I work with clients to explore techniques and strategies that help reduce intense angry feelings and reactions. Together, we identify triggers, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build skills to express emotions in a more constructive and balanced way.

Discover a healthier way to manage anger through an emotionally focused approach to therapy. By addressing the underlying emotions that fuel anger, this method helps clients gain insight into their triggers and learn constructive ways to express themselves. Through empathetic guidance, clients build emotional resilience and develop stronger communication skills, fostering healthier relationships and inner peace. This approach empowers you to transform anger into a pathway for growth and understanding.

Anger is an emotion that all of us experience. But when it goes out of control it can damage you and people around you. Through psychotherapy, we can see what needs and emotions lie beneath the anger so that you can learn to manage your anger better and express yourself in an assertive and confident way. Please reach out today to learn how I can support you.

and well-being. At Willow Tree Wellness, I help individuals understand the root causes of their anger and develop healthier ways to manage it. Using evidence-based techniques like CBT and mindfulness, we explore triggers, practice emotional regulation skills, and work on constructive communication. Together, we’ll build the tools needed to respond calmly and thoughtfully in challenging situations.

Together, we will gain insight into the root of your anger and the purpose that it serves in your life. We will empower you to learn more about yourself when you experience anger and decide how you choose to respond to this emotion. I employ an integrative approach in my practice working alongside clients within an empathetic and supportive dynamic.

Our experiences of anger vary greatly. While I don't offer therapy services for anger management, at Psychotherapy Collective, our online clinic, we have many therapists who offer support for clients seeking help with anger. Visit our website to schedule a free 15-minute consultation with a therapist who specializes in anger management https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/areas-of-focus/anger

Terry Smith is our expert on anger management. For many years, he ran a group for men convicted of assault through the John Howard Society. He also worked with women and their relationship to anger for much of his career. He is a seasoned clinician with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Social Work. He is not only a great clinician but also has a good sense of humor. We are proud to have him on our team.

Most times, anger is felt due to another original emotion. Individual sessions for anger management will begin by learning how to identify these other emotions. Sessions will also aim to collaboratively build strategies for you regulate these emotions in health ways through drawing from personal interest, relaxation techniques, and support systems.

"Emotional management" titles this topic area more efficiently as those of us experiencing difficutly expressing one emotion, such as anger, are quite likely struggling to express numerous other emotions very well. There are many strategies including cognitve-behavioural, narrative, stress and coping skills training, assessment of strengths, values and beliefs as well as communication training/coaching that includes assertiveness education, negotiation and conflict resolution work and advanced empathy awareness. We are constantly changing. With good support and leadership we can learn to express emotions clearly, effectively and in a calm, kind & loving manner. Breathe, Breathe & Breathe !

Anger is one of those big emotions that can be tricky to navigate, especially when you are in the heat of the moment. Difficulty managing anger can sometimes lead to reactions that are hurtful to those that we care about the most. It is important to know that anger is not a bad emotion to experience, we just want to be mindful of how we communicate our anger to ourselves and to others. I hold a non-judgemental and safe space for you to explore your relationship with anger and assist you in working towards displaying anger in a way that is more in line with your preferred way of being. Contact me today to book a free consultation.

Anger is a valid emotion. Anger is activating and can be your biggest advocate. Anger, however, can be scary when it has more control over us than we have over it. Therapy with me will allow you to be learn to identify your anger's purpose and how to respond to it in a way that aligns better with your values. You will learn both mind and body skills to cultivate control and choice. Let me help you help yourself.

Anger can feel intense and difficult to control, often impacting relationships and overall well-being. In our sessions, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the root causes of anger and develop healthy ways to express emotions. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and Mindfulness, we’ll work on practical strategies to manage triggers, improve communication, and restore balance. The goal is to help you feel more in control, reduce stress, and build stronger, more positive connections.