Learn how to understand and manage your anger.

Anger is a normal and natural emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. It can be a useful emotion when it motivates us to take action and make positive changes in our lives. However, when anger becomes intense and frequent, it can become a problem that affects our relationships, our work, and our mental and physical health. This is where anger management therapy can help.

Therapy can provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore and understand the underlying causes of their anger. Anger can be a symptom of a deeper issue, such as trauma, anxiety, or depression. Anger management counseling and therapy can help individuals identify these underlying issues and work through them in a healthy way, leading to a decrease in anger.

“Where there is anger, there is always pain underneath.” Eckhart Tolle

In Emotionally Focused Therapy, we approach anger by first trying to understand the root cause. We believe that anger is trying to tell us where to look for pain. When we find the pain, we can better understand the anger and then work to address both - the underlying cause and the response.

Another approach to anger management therapy is mindfulness. Mindfulness techniques can help individuals become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations. By increasing their awareness, individuals can learn to recognize their anger triggers and respond in a more appropriate way. Mindfulness can also help individuals develop more self-compassion and acceptance, which can reduce the intensity of their anger.

Anger counseling can also help individuals develop healthy coping strategies for managing it. This can include learning relaxation techniques, assertiveness training, and communication skills. A therapist can also provide support and guidance for individuals who are working through difficult situations, such as relationship conflicts, job stress, or financial difficulties.

“You are not the anger. You are the awareness behind the anger. Realize this and the anger will no longer control you.”

— Eckhart Tolle