Anger Management and Counseling in La Vergne, TN.

Anger is a byproduct of other emotions, usually fear, hurt, frustration, or sadness. We experience these emotions, and if we are not careful, they take us over. When that happens, we experience what we know as anger. If we can understand where the root of our anger lies (fear, hurt, frustration, or sadness), two things happen: One, anger loses its control over us. We master it instead of it mastering us as we learn appropriate coping skills. Two, we can put those core issues to rest for good as we bring them to the light and deal with them in healthy ways. I will assist you in bringing those issues to light in a safe environment so that you can work through them in a healthy manner.

Anger is almost always a reaction to some kind of blocked goal. For instance, if I have the goal of getting my child to behave (or stop behaving!) in a certain way, and I cannot seem to be successful, the tendency to become angry can seem unavoidable. We can benefit by learning to become more conscious of these internal, often unconscious goals, so that we can let go of the need to control things beyond our control. And, of course, the wiser we grow the more we realize how MANY things are beyond our control. I encourage my clients to embrace the goal of INFLUENCE rather than control, and to learn to accept the limitations involved in lovingly relating to others.

Feeling consumed by anger can be distressing and impact your relationships and overall well-being. Through therapy, you can learn to manage and channel your anger in healthy ways. I'll provide a non-judgmental space to explore the underlying causes of your anger and develop effective coping strategies. Together, we'll work on identifying triggers and finding constructive outlets for your emotions. With newfound tools and insights, you can experience healthier relationships and a greater sense of emotional balance. Take control of your anger and embrace a more harmonious and fulfilling life.

Anger management counseling can help to identify stressors and learn the steps to stay calm in the face of anger. The goal is to handle tense situations in more constructive and positive ways by reducing the emotional and physical arousal that anger can cause. It will provide the tools to take back your life and resolve the triggers that result in unplanned anger reactions.

“Why can’t I seem to control my anger?” “Why do I have such a short fuse?” “Why do I hurt the people I love the most?” “Why do I feel anger constantly boiling inside me?” “Where does this anger come from?” For most people these questions have answers. Emotions can be good and beneficial to us; even anger has its place. When anger is not in it's place it can damage and destroy us and our relationships. Let’s explore together the root cause(s) to the anger issues that disrupt your life and relationships.

You don't know where your anger comes from. It seems to just bubble up and peak out of nowhere. You don't understand yourself and you are scaring yourself and others. Together, we will look behind the anger (strong, protective feeling), and see what lies behind it (softer, more vulnerable feelings). Once you can point to the other, underlying feelings, it is easier to begin the journey to become more vulnerable, release guilt, and find peace.

Anger is a secondary emotion. You don't go from feeling okay to angry. You feel okay, then feel something that bothers you, and then you express it in anger. Some people show their anger with their words, often saying things that are hurtful and hard to apologize for. Others may manifest their anger physically, taking it out on themselves, inanimate objects, or other living things. My job is to help you understand where your anger is coming from and how to express it in a healthy way. It can absolutely be done, it just takes work and the desire to change.