Your angry self doesn’t feel like your “real self.”
Anger Management Therapist in Erlanger, KY
Maybe you’ve been told you have a problem with anger, perhaps by a partner who has threatened to leave or a boss who has asked you to get help. Or, you just know that you have a short temper.
You may find yourself yelling or arguing with family and friends more than you’d like to admit. Perhaps you’ve even had some difficulty getting along with coworkers or have been fired from jobs in the past. You’ve said things you’ve regretted. Or maybe you’ve even done things when angry that you wouldn’t normally consider doing.
When you become angry, it feels like the "real you" somehow takes a back seat, and this other part of you comes out that you don't fully understand. You respond to stressful situations in ways that are inconsistent with your values. In those moments, you aren't behaving how you know you "should" or really want to act.
With anger management, you’ll learn therapeutic coping techniques and strategies to pull you back from the edge of lashing out or feeling like you’re about to explode.
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Anger itself isn’t the problem.
In and of itself, anger is a perfectly normal emotion. The problem arises when we can’t control our anger or when it leads to negative consequences in our lives. If you struggle with anger in your relationship, you aren’t alone. In fact, one national survey estimated that 7.81% of the population struggled with problems related to anger. If left unaddressed, anger can lead to depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues, along with physical health problems.
Seek help if you think you might have a problem with anger.
Signs you may need counseling for anger.
✺ Frequent angry outbursts or losing your temper more often than you'd like
✺ Yelling or arguing with family and friends frequently
✺ Having difficulty getting along with coworkers
✺ A history of being fired from jobs or supervisors suggesting you may have a problem with anger
✺ Behaving in ways when angry that are out of character for you
✺ Depression, anxiety, or other mental health problems
✺ Physical health problems that may be caused or exacerbated by stress
✺ Feeling held hostage by your angry thoughts and emotions
You don’t have to be held back by your anger.
We all get angry sometimes, but if it's impacting your life and relationships, it might be time to take action. Perhaps you've heard concerns from loved ones or even experienced consequences like breakups or job losses. Whatever the case, know that there's help available, and you're not in this alone.
Let's work together to find healthier ways to manage your anger and improve your overall well-being.
What happens in anger management therapy?
In anger counseling, we’ll work together to explore the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that are associated with your anger. We’ll start by examining the relationship between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so you can better understand why you’re experiencing each. Then, we’ll work to change your relationship with those thoughts and feelings so you can get better at taking a step back. You’ll learn how to respond more intentionally to situations instead of automatically reacting in the moment.
As our work together progresses, you’ll become more aware of your thoughts and feelings as a whole and begin to manage them in a way that is more helpful. In doing so, you’ll be able to take a step back in moments of stress and react in a way that is consistent with your own values and personal goals.
My ACT-Based Approach to Anger Management
Much of my work as a licensed professional clinical counselor relies on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). ACT is an evidence-based approach that helps you learn how to accept your thoughts and feelings without judgment so that you can take action in a way that is consistent with your values, rather than getting stuck reacting to the anger itself.
Through ACT, we'll work on practical skills for strong emotions, like taking a brief timeout or building more intentional, assertive ways of communicating when you're frustrated. This gives you new ways to view and respond to strong emotions, which in turn allows you to feel more in control over your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. And you are able to gradually improve your relationships as a whole.
I offer in-person and telehealth sessions to residents of Kentucky, and online therapy to clients in Ohio, so you can start this work in whatever setting feels most comfortable for you.
After anger issues therapy, your relationship with anger will look different.
Through counseling, you'll gain tools and understanding to consistently apply anger management strategies in your daily life. Initially, you’ll need my support as your therapist, but gradually, you'll gain independence. You'll notice a shift in your behavior, aligning with your values and goals, even during stressful situations. You'll gain greater control over how you respond to your thoughts, feelings, and emotions, helping you live more consistently with your values. When your thoughts, feelings, and actions no longer hinder your true self, it's time to move forward with newfound self-esteem, confidence and well-being.
Together, let’s tame the rage and reclaim your life.
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Begin Anger Management in KY and OH
Anger management therapy offers a range of benefits to help you live a healthier, happier life. I'll work with you to understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors associated with anger so that we can start making changes that will improve your life and relationships. You have the ability to create a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Let's work together to make it happen. If you're ready to start your journey with anger management therapy, follow the steps below.
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Please be aware that communicating by text message, email, or through online forms involves some privacy risks. To help protect your confidentiality, I recommend not sharing personal health details through these channels. For sensitive concerns, feel free to call instead.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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In anger management therapy, we start by exploring the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that are connected to your anger. You'll begin to understand why you respond the way you do, and then we'll work together on changing your relationship with those thoughts and feelings. Using ACT, you'll learn to pause, take a step back, and respond in ways that actually reflect who you are and what you value. Over time, reacting intentionally rather than automatically will start to feel like second nature.
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Not at all. You don't have to have a history of serious incidents to benefit from anger management therapy. If you've noticed that your temper is getting in the way of your relationships, your work, or your own sense of self, that's enough of a reason to reach out. Many people come to therapy simply because they know they could be handling stress and frustration better, and they want to do something about it before things escalate further.
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There's no one-size-fits-all answer, because it really depends on what's going on for you personally. Some people notice meaningful changes within a few months; others benefit from longer-term support. What I can tell you is that the goal is always for you to build enough independence with your skills that you no longer need to rely on weekly sessions. We'll keep checking in on your progress and adjust our work together as things evolve.
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Yes, and for many people, this is one of the most meaningful benefits. When anger is unmanaged, it tends to push people away, erode trust, and create cycles of conflict that feel hard to break. Through therapy, you'll gain tools to communicate more effectively, respond to stress without lashing out, and show up in your relationships in ways that are consistent with the kind of partner, parent, friend, or coworker you want to be.