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Anger Management services offered in Canonsburg, Washington and Philadelphia, PA
Uncontrollable anger can have devastating effects, destroying relationships, isolating you from friends, and sometimes leading to aggression and violence. The experienced Pioneer Counseling and Consulting team offers intensive anger management, helping you learn to defuse anger, resolve conflicts, and restore calm. Call the Canonsburg, Washington, or Bala Cynwyd (near Philadelphia), Pennsylvania office, or request an in-person or telehealth appointment online today.
Anger Management Q & A
What is anger management?
Anger management is a customized program that teaches you how to recognize what triggers your anger, defuse intense emotions, and take a positive approach to handling situations.
During anger management sessions at Pioneer Counseling and Consulting, you’ll learn coping techniques and assertive communication skills that help you resolve your anger without damaging confrontations.
Why do I need anger management?
Everyone occasionally loses their temper, but you need anger management if you frequently explode or can’t control your anger.
You may struggle to manage anger for various reasons. You might have learned to respond in anger as a result of living in an abusive environment.
Some people struggle with impulse control. As a result, they react without thinking, becoming angry in circumstances that don’t warrant a strong reaction.
Explosive anger or frequent outbursts could be the result of a mental health disorder. Some psychiatric disorders can affect your coping ability, while others cause brain imbalances in the areas that regulate emotions.
Mental health disorders that can cause anger issues include:
- Bipolar disorder
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression
- Personality disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- Substance use disorder
Poor impulse control is also associated with some mental health conditions.
Which signs suggest I need anger management?
Many people seek help from the Pioneer Counseling and Consulting team when they realize their anger is out of control or it affects their personal or professional life.
Signs you could need anger management include:
- Having frequent, intense arguments
- Threatening or engaging in physical violence
- Damaging property (breaking things during angry outbursts)
- Losing friends or your partner
In some cases, you get into legal trouble if your anger includes physical fighting or threatening others.
What happens during anger management?
Your Pioneer Counseling and Consulting provider learns about your anger and other emotions, including details about when and why you get angry and the severity and frequency of your outbursts.
They review your medical history and complete a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation to determine if a mental health disorder is the root cause.
Anger management can involve group or individual therapy, depending on your needs. You’ll learn why you explode, techniques to safely communicate and express your anger, and how to regulate your emotions and resolve the issues that trigger your anger.
Don’t let uncontrolled anger affect your family, friends, and colleagues. Call Pioneer Counseling and Consulting or book an in-person or telehealth appointment online today.