Anger Management therapists in Grand Junction, Colorado CO
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Dr. Sam Macy
Psychologist, PsyD
Excessive anger and negative emotional reactivity can get in the way of healthy relationships and balanced living. I work with people to better understand these feelings and reactions while learning to redirect them in healthier ways.
16 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO Colorado
Erin Severe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Are you feeling frustrated and have difficulty regulating your reactions to stress? Utilizing a Cognitive Behavior (CBT) approach, we will help develop new ways to respond to anger and manage relationships with others.
18 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO Colorado (Online Only)
Gui Mansilla
Registered Psychotherapist, Lawyer (Arg) M.Div (USA) Reg. Psychotherapist (CA) Coach (Ca)
Oh, anger, often relegated to the shadows as the most maligned emotion in the human repertoire. Yet, it is my fervent passion and ambition to redefine its narrative, shedding light on this potent emotion's healthy and empowering uses. Acknowledged for its potential to become one of the most poisonous energies when mismanaged, anger has been implicated in family breakdowns, wars, lost relationships, emotional harm, and tragically, even death. It's no wonder that society often perceives anger as the problem, prescribing the solution as suppressing or never expressing it.
Unfortunately, this approach doesn't lead to healing toxic anger, which I define as the kind that manifests as a destructive force, causing harm and leaving poisonous aftermaths. The path to healing unhealthy anger emerges when we dare to recognize anger as a precious emotion. This guide can lead us to a world where healthy boundaries shape relationships, justice guides us through addressing problematic situations, and self-care and self-respect become guiding beacons in the vast expanse of our lives.
Across millions of years of evolution, anger has served as a vital signal, alerting us to instances of hurt, mistreatment, neglect, or abuse. Its healthy purpose extends beyond mere survival; it empowers us to create harmonious and peaceful experiences with ourselves and our communities. However, the unfortunate consequence of society's tendency to discard all forms of anger is the epidemic of toxic anger we witness today.
Toxic anger, I believe, is the misguided use of this powerful emotion—redirecting pain toward the wrong targets and employing inappropriate tools for expression. People often blame anger for the misuse of this energy, and when addressing anger management, my approach goes beyond preventing harmful outbursts. I strive to guide individuals toward understanding the messages embedded within themselves, transforming signals of frustration and anger into powerful fuel for positive life transformation and inner peace.
Understanding the healthy aspect of anger becomes apparent when we experience or witness injustice, feeling a surge of anger. I believe this form of anger has fueled human revolutions led by inspiring figures such as Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King. Leaders like them harnessed anger in its healthiest form—transforming the desire to harm into a commitment to establishing clear boundaries, standing up for justice, and never remaining silent in the face of injustice.
Throughout my own life, advocating for justice and assisting others in developing this capability has been a profound passion. With this passion, I extend an invitation to transform your relationship with anger, utilizing it as a catalyst to enhance your life rather than perpetuating harm to yourself and those you hold dear through toxic anger. It would be my honour to guide you on this transformative journey.
21 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO Colorado
Matthew Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCC, LPC
Using psychoeducation for better understanding of emotions and their meanings, we can reshape the way that you view the emotions that build up to anger. CBT helps to reshape our perceptions, feeling, and behaviors. It is important to understand that anger serves several purposes and is about feeling safe and in control. Learn methods and tips to better understand your emotions and how to express them effectively.
11 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO Colorado (Online Only)
Jennifer Luttman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Anger is a universal emotion, one of the commonest of human experiences. Everyone experiences feelings of anger and rage every now and then. Sometimes, however, anger gets out of control and affects the lives of those who struggle with controlling their anger, and those of the people around them. This form of anger can cause extreme amounts of distress for those afflicted, and at its worst, can come with serious consequences, such as ruined relationships and even criminal charges.
While out of control anger doesn't necessarily fall under one single diagnostic umbrella, there are some conditions that feature anger as a primary symptom. Intermittent explosive disorder is commonly attributed to adults who have trouble controlling their anger, while oppositional defiant disorder is typically applied to children with issues controlling their anger. Despite these diagnostic labels, it is entirely possible to have issues with out of control anger in the absence of a formal condition such as these. In such cases, seeking the help of a qualified professional, practicing healthy coping strategies, and finding a supportive group are all effective and helpful ways to help control anger.
12 Years Experience
Online in Grand Junction, CO Colorado
Anger Management therapists in Grand Junction, Colorado Statistics
Anger Management therapists in Grand Junction, Colorado average 16 years of experience and charge around $189 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Behavioral Therapy (40%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (36%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$189
Accept insurance
48%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Male |
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| 41% |
Female |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 71% |
In Person and Online |
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| 29% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 34% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 30% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Men |
| 48% | Women |
| 38% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Christian |