Anger Management Therapy
Anger is an automatic reaction to a perception of injustice and is designed to energize people to take action and correct the wrong. For instance, if your neighbor stole your car stereo, you would become angry and the anger would cause you to want to confront your neighbor and seek justice. Most people are somewhat passive to mildly assertive and anger pushes them up the spectrum to become more assertive in handling problems. Anger gets a bad reputation when people behave in aggressive ways such as assaulting others. So long as anger can be controlled and channeled in productive ways, it is actually a constructive emotion. Managed poorly, it becomes destructive.
Common Anger Management Issues
Anger, like most emotions, is activated in the emotional center of the brain; the limbic system. The emotion then triggers a reaction of physiological and biological changes. The brain triggers the release of certain chemicals into the body such as adrenaline, noradrenaline, and other hormones. Most people are familiar with this process and know it as “fight or flight”. In the case of anger, it is our fight response. Our blood pressure and heart rate rise, energy levels increase, and people may experience some of the following internal or external symptoms: shallow rapid breathing, clenched fists or jaw, flushing or a hot sensation, tensing of muscles, tightness in the chest, trembling, dry mouth, or lightheadedness to name a few.
Anger Management Counseling
Treatment Options:
- Individual Therapy: One-on-one sessions with a qualified therapist to explore the underlying causes of your anger and develop personalized coping strategies.
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns that contribute to anger.
- Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Learn techniques to reduce stress and anxiety, which can often trigger anger.
Benefits of Anger Management Therapy:
- Improved emotional regulation
- Stronger relationships
- Reduced stress and anxiety
- Increased self-awareness
- Enhanced problem-solving skills
