Anger Management therapists in Salem, Oregon OR
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Anger Mgmt
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 Salem, OR Oregon
Anger Mgmt
Malama Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Anger Management focuses on identifying personal triggers, reducing physical and or emotional arousal, and adopting constructive, assertive communication to express needs without acting on the emotion. My goal is not to eliminate anger, but to help client's manage it .
10 Years Experience
Online in Salem, OR Oregon
Anger Mgmt
Chuck Chapman
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
For many men, anger is the one emotion they allow themselves to feel. It becomes the place where frustration, stress, fear, shame, and unmet needs all collect when they have nowhere else to go. You may not think of yourself as an “angry person,” but you notice irritability building under the surface, snapping at the people you care about, or shutting down when emotions run high. Sometimes it shows up as intensity, sometimes as silence, and sometimes as a slow-burning resentment that feels like it’s eating you from the inside. Most men were never taught how to understand or express their emotional lives in ways that feel grounded and strong, and so anger becomes the default. And when anger feels out of control, it can lead to guilt, distance in your relationships, or the fear that you are becoming someone you don’t want to be.
My work with men around anger is not about suppressing it or shaming it. Anger is not the problem—it’s a signal. Together, we learn to slow the moment down enough to understand what the anger is pointing to: needs that haven’t been voiced, boundaries that have been crossed, emotional pain that has been ignored, or exhaustion from carrying too much alone. I help you build emotional awareness, nervous system regulation, and communication skills that allow you to express yourself with clarity rather than attack or withdrawal. You’ll learn how to stay present in difficult conversations, hold your ground without becoming aggressive, and express what you feel without losing yourself. This is about turning anger into strength—not force. Strength that protects connection rather than damages it.
16 Years Experience
Online in Salem, OR Oregon (Online Only)
Anger Mgmt
Dr. Michael Marossy
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Anger is often misunderstood as simply a problem of losing control, when in reality it frequently reflects deeper emotional pain, chronic stress, unresolved trauma, relationship wounds, shame, fear, or difficulty regulating intense emotions. Many people struggling with anger feel frustrated by recurring conflict, emotional outbursts, irritability, resentment, or difficulty calming themselves once emotionally activated.
I help clients better understand the underlying emotional and relational dynamics contributing to anger while developing healthier ways of responding to distress, conflict, and interpersonal frustration. Treatment focuses not only on behavioral control, but also on emotional awareness, communication patterns, stress regulation, self-understanding, and healthier relationship functioning.
8 Years Experience
Online in Salem, OR Oregon
Anger Mgmt
Lesley Lacny
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.A, Psych.R, C.Psych, LPC
Anger can feel intense, overwhelming, or difficult to control, and it often shows up in ways that impact relationships, work, and your sense of self. It may be connected to stress, unresolved emotions, boundaries being crossed, or deeper underlying experiences.
I offer therapy for anger management to help you better understand what’s driving your reactions—both emotionally and within your nervous system. Together, we’ll explore the patterns beneath anger, while also identifying practical ways to respond more effectively in the moment.
The goal is not to suppress anger, but to understand it, regulate it, and use it in a way that supports clearer communication, healthier relationships, and a greater sense of control.
20 Years Experience
Online in Salem, OR Oregon (Online Only)
Anger Management therapists in Salem, Oregon Statistics
Anger Management therapists in Salem, Oregon average 14 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (45%), and Somatic Therapy (35%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Male |
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| 26% |
Female |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Somatic Therapy |
| 35% | Hypnotherapy |
| 30% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 30% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 30% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Senior |
| 60% | Young Adult |
| 40% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Men |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Buddhist |
| 50% | Christian |
| 45% | Jewish |