Anger Management Therapists in Boston, MA
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I have 17 years of experience specializing in clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, substance use disorder, and career difficulties.
Accepting New Patients! It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I have 17 years of experience specializing in clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, substance use disorder, and career difficulties.
Accepting New Patients! It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
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**** CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS **** I have had over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapeutic services to individuals, couples and families in community mental health and private practice settings. I try to create a collaborative environment conducive to self exploration and growth. I see adults and adolescents and utilize psychodynamic and behavioral approaches. I help people struggling with a wide variety of issues including: depression, anxiety, anger management, school adjustment, grief and loss, and relationship issues. Call or email me to schedule an appointment.
**** CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS **** I have had over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapeutic services to individuals, couples and families in community mental health and private practice settings. I try to create a collaborative environment conducive to self exploration and growth. I see adults and adolescents and utilize psychodynamic and behavioral approaches. I help people struggling with a wide variety of issues including: depression, anxiety, anger management, school adjustment, grief and loss, and relationship issues. Call or email me to schedule an appointment.
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Areas of expertise include substance abuse, anger management, family conflict, grief counseling, etc.
An ideal client has the courage to acknowledge the aspects of their life they want to change and is willing to take the necessary steps to do so.
Areas of expertise include substance abuse, anger management, family conflict, grief counseling, etc.
An ideal client has the courage to acknowledge the aspects of their life they want to change and is willing to take the necessary steps to do so.
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Dr. Robert Heller
Psychologist, EdD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135 (Online Only)
Suffering from anxiety, depression, anger, fear, or worry? Problems with relationships? Seeking relief from chronic health issues? With over 40 years of clinical experience with hundreds of clients and advanced training with some of the world's top leaders in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Hypnosis and EMDR, I can provide you with tools and skills you can use NOW to overcome life's toughest challenges so you can lead a healthier, happier and more satisfying life. Call Dr. Robert Heller at 561-251-9768 for a FREE 15 minute phone consultation, email drrobertheller at gmail.com or visit www.cognitivetherapyfl.com. Licensed in FL, MA, NC
Suffering from anxiety, depression, anger, fear, or worry? Problems with relationships? Seeking relief from chronic health issues? With over 40 years of clinical experience with hundreds of clients and advanced training with some of the world's top leaders in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Hypnosis and EMDR, I can provide you with tools and skills you can use NOW to overcome life's toughest challenges so you can lead a healthier, happier and more satisfying life. Call Dr. Robert Heller at 561-251-9768 for a FREE 15 minute phone consultation, email drrobertheller at gmail.com or visit www.cognitivetherapyfl.com. Licensed in FL, MA, NC
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Samantha is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Her clinical experience has focused on helping adults 18+ to work through their fears and develop attainable goals. Her experience treating patients in community health centers, schools, and in-patient facilities has assisted in developing her understanding of how to help her clients work through milestone events. Samantha specializes in anxiety, depression, and substance use, as well as anger and stress management.
Samantha is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Her clinical experience has focused on helping adults 18+ to work through their fears and develop attainable goals. Her experience treating patients in community health centers, schools, and in-patient facilities has assisted in developing her understanding of how to help her clients work through milestone events. Samantha specializes in anxiety, depression, and substance use, as well as anger and stress management.
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Yolanda Yvette Berger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS, LLC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02113 (Online Only)
Taking the first step to seek help from a licensed therapist is the best way to put things into perspective and start the process of achieving your life goals and realizing your fullest potential. If you are experiencing feelings of insecurity, vulnerability, anger, lack of purpose, and/or absence of motivation, this is the time to address situations that are making you feel this way. As your therapist, we will work collaboratively to help create long-lasting changes that will lead to living a happier and more fulfilling life. Together we will examine unhealthy life patterns and explore key solutions that work for you.
Taking the first step to seek help from a licensed therapist is the best way to put things into perspective and start the process of achieving your life goals and realizing your fullest potential. If you are experiencing feelings of insecurity, vulnerability, anger, lack of purpose, and/or absence of motivation, this is the time to address situations that are making you feel this way. As your therapist, we will work collaboratively to help create long-lasting changes that will lead to living a happier and more fulfilling life. Together we will examine unhealthy life patterns and explore key solutions that work for you.
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Christopher Andrew is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of experience partnering with adolescents and young adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, life transitions, life skills, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and anger management. Christopher completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Emmanuel College and his Master of Education (MEd) in School Adjustment Counseling and Mental Health at Cambridge College.
Christopher Andrew is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of experience partnering with adolescents and young adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, life transitions, life skills, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and anger management. Christopher completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Emmanuel College and his Master of Education (MEd) in School Adjustment Counseling and Mental Health at Cambridge College.
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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110
We Specialize: Communication, Narcissism, Anger, Control, Alcohol, Emotional Abuse, Co-Dependency.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
We Specialize: Communication, Narcissism, Anger, Control, Alcohol, Emotional Abuse, Co-Dependency.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
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I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Mental Health Counselor. I work with adults who may be feeling emotional pain, sadness, demotivation, uncertainty, difficulty making decisions, desires to be more assertive, tensions in relationships, and other challenges. I work with children, adolescents, adults, elderly individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorder, mood disorder, self-esteem, stress, Women's issues, burnout, grief, PTSD, anxiety, anger management, career counseling, particularly with Spanish-speaking families.
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Mental Health Counselor. I work with adults who may be feeling emotional pain, sadness, demotivation, uncertainty, difficulty making decisions, desires to be more assertive, tensions in relationships, and other challenges. I work with children, adolescents, adults, elderly individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorder, mood disorder, self-esteem, stress, Women's issues, burnout, grief, PTSD, anxiety, anger management, career counseling, particularly with Spanish-speaking families.
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I have a special interest in working with people suffering from anger, shame, feelings of hatred and guilt.
I am particularly interested in the intersection of sexuality and emotional intimacy. Some of my clients struggle to love well; others struggle with sex. But all of my clients, perhaps all humans, juggle the sometimes contradictory demands of love and sex. They want to feel safe and loved, but they also want the thrill of adventure. They want to feel known, but they are also intrigued by mystery. They want to feel attached, but they are also turned on by novelty. I enjoy helping individuals and couples explore their potential to find deeper emotional connection and greater sexual freedom.
I have a special interest in working with people suffering from anger, shame, feelings of hatred and guilt.
I am particularly interested in the intersection of sexuality and emotional intimacy. Some of my clients struggle to love well; others struggle with sex. But all of my clients, perhaps all humans, juggle the sometimes contradictory demands of love and sex. They want to feel safe and loved, but they also want the thrill of adventure. They want to feel known, but they are also intrigued by mystery. They want to feel attached, but they are also turned on by novelty. I enjoy helping individuals and couples explore their potential to find deeper emotional connection and greater sexual freedom.
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst who specializes in depression, anxiety, stress-management, family issues, co-dependency, self-esteem, executive functioning, anger management and Asperger’s/High Functioning Autism.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst who specializes in depression, anxiety, stress-management, family issues, co-dependency, self-esteem, executive functioning, anger management and Asperger’s/High Functioning Autism.
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I have a particular experience in: anxiety, depression, anger, establish structure, trauma, defiant behavior, codependency.
I'm Leonel Lasanta Luna from Puerto Rico. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Carlos Albizu University of San Juan, Puerto Rico. I Specialize in individual, group and family psychotherapy. I am also a multicultural and bilingual therapist, (Spanish/English) with experience working with any gender, adults, adolescents, and children with a therapeutic approach. I accept most MassHealth Plans.
I have a particular experience in: anxiety, depression, anger, establish structure, trauma, defiant behavior, codependency.
I'm Leonel Lasanta Luna from Puerto Rico. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Carlos Albizu University of San Juan, Puerto Rico. I Specialize in individual, group and family psychotherapy. I am also a multicultural and bilingual therapist, (Spanish/English) with experience working with any gender, adults, adolescents, and children with a therapeutic approach. I accept most MassHealth Plans.
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My focus has been on anxiety- and trauma-related issues, but can I also help with other "big" emotions such as depression and anger.
I see my role as creating a safe space a where you can explore what it means to be you. Within the therapeutic alliance, built on trust and unconditional positive regard, I will listen to your joys, your fears, and your pain with empathy and compassion, and offer you the tools to thrive. My approach draws from person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed perspectives, utilizing a combination of orientations that includes cognitive behavioral, humanistic, psychoanalytic, transpersonal, somatic, and mindfulness-based. I personalize my approach to best suit each individual client.
My focus has been on anxiety- and trauma-related issues, but can I also help with other "big" emotions such as depression and anger.
I see my role as creating a safe space a where you can explore what it means to be you. Within the therapeutic alliance, built on trust and unconditional positive regard, I will listen to your joys, your fears, and your pain with empathy and compassion, and offer you the tools to thrive. My approach draws from person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed perspectives, utilizing a combination of orientations that includes cognitive behavioral, humanistic, psychoanalytic, transpersonal, somatic, and mindfulness-based. I personalize my approach to best suit each individual client.
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I have decades of experience helping individuals and couples achieve positive change through an active engaged process. I have experience with challenging situations like loss, career or relationship problems. I help people alleviate the effects of depression, anxiety, anger or low self-esteem. I help clients manage the pressure of lives that are too busy, and other to know and express themselves more deeply. I help couples with problems that drive them apart, learn to communicate and resolve their issues. This enables them to rebuild loving supportive relationships. Please view my website to learn more about my work.
I have decades of experience helping individuals and couples achieve positive change through an active engaged process. I have experience with challenging situations like loss, career or relationship problems. I help people alleviate the effects of depression, anxiety, anger or low self-esteem. I help clients manage the pressure of lives that are too busy, and other to know and express themselves more deeply. I help couples with problems that drive them apart, learn to communicate and resolve their issues. This enables them to rebuild loving supportive relationships. Please view my website to learn more about my work.
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My specialty areas include, but are not limited to, trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, life transitions, and interpersonal stress.
It can be so difficult to ask for help and it takes courage to take this first step in starting therapy. I recognize that it can be daunting to talk about the challenges you are facing and make the changes you are looking for. I believe that every person has the ability to grow given the proper tools and support. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist that provides services to adults (ages 18 and older) and I honor diversity in my practice. My aim is to partner with you to create a space where you will feel empowered to reach your goals in treatment and improve your overall well-being.
My specialty areas include, but are not limited to, trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, life transitions, and interpersonal stress.
It can be so difficult to ask for help and it takes courage to take this first step in starting therapy. I recognize that it can be daunting to talk about the challenges you are facing and make the changes you are looking for. I believe that every person has the ability to grow given the proper tools and support. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist that provides services to adults (ages 18 and older) and I honor diversity in my practice. My aim is to partner with you to create a space where you will feel empowered to reach your goals in treatment and improve your overall well-being.
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I was a guidance counselor for over ten years in the public school system. I now address some of the emotional issues of adolescents and young adults such as anxiety depression, self esteem and anger utilizing treatment approaches such as CBT, Mindfulness, and Meditation. My main focus is to help the client focus on the present by creating a positive thought process. This will be beneficial to developing a favorable range of feelings resulting in positive behaviors.
I was a guidance counselor for over ten years in the public school system. I now address some of the emotional issues of adolescents and young adults such as anxiety depression, self esteem and anger utilizing treatment approaches such as CBT, Mindfulness, and Meditation. My main focus is to help the client focus on the present by creating a positive thought process. This will be beneficial to developing a favorable range of feelings resulting in positive behaviors.
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Kimmerly Perry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02129 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, anger management, grief and loss, eating disorders and career coaching.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work. I provide therapy to individuals and families to help overcome life stressors. My goal in therapy is to help you gain new skills to navigate current challenges, past trauma, and develop more healthy relationship patterns moving forward.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, anger management, grief and loss, eating disorders and career coaching.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work. I provide therapy to individuals and families to help overcome life stressors. My goal in therapy is to help you gain new skills to navigate current challenges, past trauma, and develop more healthy relationship patterns moving forward.
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My experience centers on working with adults on presenting issues like mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and anger management.
Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! Whether managing short-term or long-term stress, I value making a space for clients to take a moment to stop, step back from what they're doing and take a look from the outside. In a comfortable space with a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can best understand themselves and disentangle challenges of daily life. I believe in helping clients identify what defines them as an individual, and how to best fulfill the things in life that are important to them. I also value awareness of identities relating to culture, ethnicity, gender and sex, and how they affect clients' values and goals.
My experience centers on working with adults on presenting issues like mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and anger management.
Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! Whether managing short-term or long-term stress, I value making a space for clients to take a moment to stop, step back from what they're doing and take a look from the outside. In a comfortable space with a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can best understand themselves and disentangle challenges of daily life. I believe in helping clients identify what defines them as an individual, and how to best fulfill the things in life that are important to them. I also value awareness of identities relating to culture, ethnicity, gender and sex, and how they affect clients' values and goals.
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I’ve helped people who struggled with controlling their fear, anger, guilt, shame, mood swings, anxiety, depression, compulsion and addictions.
Email preferred. Does life ever feel like a maze, with a dead end around every corner? Does it ever feel like the more you try to untangle the threads of your mind, the tighter the knots become? I compare my role as therapist to be a guide, someone who listens carefully and guides you through your unique maze, pointing out potential pitfalls and celebrating scenic views. I offer a calm space to allow you to open up, process your experiences, and take steps forward. For years I’ve worked with people who wrestled with grief over various losses such as death, divorce, chronic illness, unemployment and estranged relationships.
I’ve helped people who struggled with controlling their fear, anger, guilt, shame, mood swings, anxiety, depression, compulsion and addictions.
Email preferred. Does life ever feel like a maze, with a dead end around every corner? Does it ever feel like the more you try to untangle the threads of your mind, the tighter the knots become? I compare my role as therapist to be a guide, someone who listens carefully and guides you through your unique maze, pointing out potential pitfalls and celebrating scenic views. I offer a calm space to allow you to open up, process your experiences, and take steps forward. For years I’ve worked with people who wrestled with grief over various losses such as death, divorce, chronic illness, unemployment and estranged relationships.
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As I approach 10 years of counseling experience, I find myself drawn to working with adult Clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and anger management.
Welcome to At Your Pace Counseling where we believe that Clients are in charge of the pace of their journey and our job as Clinician, is to journey alongside them. Deciding to come to counseling and choosing a Counselor are the first large steps on the path to change, recovery and healing and it’s my honor to be of service along the way.
As I approach 10 years of counseling experience, I find myself drawn to working with adult Clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and anger management.
Welcome to At Your Pace Counseling where we believe that Clients are in charge of the pace of their journey and our job as Clinician, is to journey alongside them. Deciding to come to counseling and choosing a Counselor are the first large steps on the path to change, recovery and healing and it’s my honor to be of service along the way.
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How long does therapy take for anger management?
Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.
How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?
Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.
Is there medication for anger management?
Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.
What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.