Can you get a therapist for anger issues?
Yes, there are therapists who help with anger via Anger management therapy. It’s a therapeutic process that an individual goes through to manage their anger and identify its triggers. They’re given clear instructions on how to improve their angry behavior as well as a safe space for opening up about their emotions.
How does anger management therapy work?
Once an individual’s triggers are identified, anger management therapy focuses on helping the individual process and respond to these emotions in a more positive and productive manner. The anger management therapist will provide coping strategies and ultimately help their client take back control of their anger.
What are the 5 keys to controlling anger?
The five keys to mastering anger include identifying triggers, pausing before reacting, calmly expressing emotions, discovering constructive outlets for frustration, and seeking professional assistance if necessary. Acquiring these skills through Anger management therapy empowers individuals to effectively manage and navigate their anger.
What is the best therapy for anger management?
The best therapy for anger management often involves cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps individuals identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior related to anger.
Is anger management therapy conducted in person or online?
Anger management therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
How many sessions do I need for anger management?
Often, Anger management therapy lasts between 4-6 weeks. However, it can last longer, dependent on the individual’s needs.
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Anger Management Counseling at Thriveworks in Richmond, VA
The professional therapists at Thriveworks want to help you find the causes of your anger and a plan to appropriately respond to them. If you think you could benefit from anger management counseling, reach out to Thriveworks Richmond today to schedule an appointment.
Health Risks from Anger
When the body is continuously in emotional turmoil from anger and rage, there are many health risks. From strokes to a weakened immune system, the body is affected. The following are some of the health risks that can result from anger.
More likely to be sensitive to pain. One explanation is that negative moods disrupt the circuitry of the brain.
- Heart rate increases.
- Blood pressure rises.
- Glucose levels rise, giving muscles the energy they need for action, and the adrenal glands pump more of the hormone adrenaline.
- Repeated increases in blood pressure eventually damage the cardiovascular system.
- Heart attack.
- Effects emotional well-being. (Just recalling an angry situation can cause suppression to the immune system.)
- Risk of atrial fibrillation, a major factor for strokes. The heart’s electrical activity goes haywire and begins to beat in an abnormal rhythm. Blood pools and thickens inside the main pumping chambers. When a fragment of the clotting blood breaks lose, it can travel into the smaller blood vessels of the brain and cause a stroke.
Suggestions for Managing Anger
When you are angry, try some of the following ways to can calm down.
- Focus on the physical sensations of anger. When you tune in to the way your body feels when angry, it may lessen the emotional intensity of your anger.
- Use your senses. The senses have relaxing powers. Listen to music or picture yourself in a serene setting or any favorite place.
- Take deep breaths. Deep and slow breathing counteracts tension. Breathe from the abdomen and get as much fresh air as possible into your lungs.
- Stretch or massage the tension areas. If your shoulders feel tense, roll them. If the tense feeling is in your neck or scalp, massage them.
- Count to 10 slowly. Keep your focus on the counting. If you still feel angry by the time you counted up to 10, start again.
Scheduling Anger Management Counseling at Thriveworks Richmond
Don’t wait any longer to begin anger management control at Thriveworks in Richmond, VA. Therapists want to work with you to identify the causes of your anger, teach you healthy, new ways to respond to its triggers and provide the most effective anger management treatment plan.
Call Thriveworks in Richmond, VA at (804) 554-0356 today to get started on the path to leading a healthier life–mentally and physically. We offer evening and weekend sessions, provide same-week appointments, and accept most major insurances.
