Why Would I Need Treatment for Anger Management?
Anger is a natural human feeling. Occasionally, anger is a reasonable response to something unfavorable or prejudicial that has happened to you or your loved one.
Although anger is an emotional state that humans experience, there are times when it is highly dangerous and unhealthy. For example, a lack of control over your fury might be an indication of more significant emotional issues.
When we are enraged for an extended period, it begins to affect our work, school, and personal relationships, as well as our daily lives. If your anger leads to physical aggression. Anger management therapy may be necessary.
When Should I Seek Therapy for Anger Management?
If you are struggling to keep your anger in check, it might be time for anger management therapy. There are a few key signs that suggest you need to seek help from a therapist who specializes in anger management:
- Your anger is impacting your work, school, or personal relationships
- You have been involved in physical altercations because of your anger
- You regularly find yourself feeling overwhelmed by anger
- You have difficulty calming down once you become angry
- You feel like you are frequently angry without knowing why.
What Happens During Anger Management Therapy?
Anger management therapy generally consists of two types of treatments: psychotherapy and medication.
Psychotherapy is often the primary form of treatment for anger management. It can be conducted in an individual, group, or family setting.
Anger management therapy will likely focus on identifying the triggers that cause you to become angry and developing coping mechanisms to deal with those triggers in a healthy way.
Medication might also be prescribed if your anger is due to another mental health condition, such as anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder. Although, Valenta Mental Health does not prescribe medication, we will refer you to a licensed medical professional who prescribes medication.
During anger management therapy, you will likely be asked to keep a journal to track your anger.
You may also be asked to role-play different scenarios that often trigger your anger. This will give you the opportunity to practice new coping mechanisms in a safe and controlled environment.
What Are the Benefits of Anger Management Treatment?
Anger management therapy can provide you with the tools to manage anger in a healthy way. With anger management therapy, you can learn to:
- Recognize the signs that you're getting angry
- Respond to anger triggers in a constructive way
- Communicate anger in a way that is assertive, not aggressive
- Deal with difficult people and situations
- Set boundaries with others
- Manage stress and anxiety
Anger management counseling will teach you how to keep yourself from “boiling over” and engaging in any bad actions because of your anger. By seeking therapy, we will assist you in catching yourself and returning to a calmer state where you can make better, more rational judgments rather than impulsively reacting and doing something that you may later regret.
Anger management can assist you in refocusing your attention on your emotions and/or circumstances that may elicit anger. Positive thinking skills, such as mindfulness and other similar methods, can assist you in recognizing negative thought patterns and eliminating any unneeded thoughts or concerns down the road. Anger management counseling can also aid in the control of your anger, which may be beneficial to you and those around you.
With practice and commitment, anger counseling can help you establish healthy habits that will make your anger problems a thing of the past. Because you will have stronger control over your emotions, you will be able to think clearly and make more thoughtful decisions. Your romantic and/or family relationships as well as work performance may see significant improvements as well, which will certainly contribute significantly to a healthier, more peaceful life in the short and long term.
Anger Management Therapists Are Ready to Help
If you are interested in exploring anger management therapy, if you are struggling to control your anger or if your anger is impacting your relationships, our anger management therapists can help.
Valenta Mental Health will provide you with the tools and skills you need to manage your anger in a healthy way. It may also aid in the analysis of your anger's source and the resolution of any underlying causes that may be causing it. Please contact us to set up a free over the phone consultation. We would be happy to answer any questions you have about Anger Management Treatment, and help you decide if it is the right step for you.
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