Anger Management therapists in Bridgeport, WV
Browse Anger Management therapists in Bridgeport, West Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Anger Mgmt
Cyndi Turner
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Anger, when unmanaged, can disrupt relationships and personal well-being. In our sessions, we'll explore the root causes of your anger and equip you with practical techniques to manage and express it constructively. By learning to understand and control your reactions, you can achieve greater emotional balance and improve your interactions with others.
31 Years Experience
Online in Bridgeport, WV
Anger Mgmt
Dr. Amy Schullery
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I help people develop better coping skills for anger.
19 Years Experience
Online in Bridgeport, WV
Anger Mgmt
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Our anger management counseling focuses on helping individuals recognize the signs of anger and develop effective strategies to cope with and express this powerful emotion constructively. Understanding that anger can significantly impact relationships, work life, and overall well-being, we provide a supportive environment where clients can explore the roots of their anger and learn to manage its expression healthily.
Tailored Strategies for Managing Anger
* Self-awareness Techniques: Through the use of techniques like mindfulness and self-reflection, we guide individuals in identifying the triggers and situational factors that lead to anger. Enhanced self-awareness makes it possible to anticipate and prepare for potentially infuriating situations.
* Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT): A core component of our approach involves cognitive-behavioral therapy, which enables individuals to understand the thought processes that underpin anger and to develop healthier thinking patterns. By altering these thoughts, clients can change their emotional responses and behavioral outcomes.
* Communication Skills Training: As poor communication often exacerbates anger issues, we emphasize enhancing interpersonal skills. This includes learning assertive communication techniques that enable individuals to express their needs and emotions clearly and respectfully, without falling back on aggressive or passive-aggressive behaviors.
* Stress Reduction Techniques: Clients are equipped with techniques to reduce stress, such as deep breathing exercises, physical activity, or relaxation strategies. By lowering overall stress levels, individuals can better control their emotional responses, including anger.
* Problem-solving Skills: We work to strengthen problem-solving skills to help clients address the issues that trigger their anger in more effective ways. This includes focusing on identifying solutions rather than dwelling on problems.
* Group Therapy Sessions: For some, understanding and observing that others face similar challenges with anger can be incredibly reassuring and enlightening. Group sessions provide a forum for sharing experiences and strategies, further aiding the learning process.
Goals of Anger Management Therapy
Our objective is to empower individuals not just to manage their anger, but to transform it into a positive force that drives change rather than destruction. By the end of therapy, clients are better equipped to handle life’s frustrations without lashing out, leading to improved relationships, greater personal satisfaction, and a more balanced life.
If anger is affecting your life and relationships, reach out to us. Together, we can explore the root causes of your anger and provide you with the tools to manage it effectively.
9 Years Experience
Online in Bridgeport, WV
Anger Mgmt
Lindsey Luedtke
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
With anger, we will get to know this emotion as a protective energy in your system that is helping you in some way. Anger is often shamed and unwanted in society, but once we understand how it is trying to help you, we can help this part communicate its concerns in a different way.
15 Years Experience
Online in Bridgeport, WV
Anger Mgmt
Dr. Michael M. Grant
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist PhD, MBA
People are often afraid of anger and try hard to suppress it. Doing so only causes them to "blow" in angry outbursts and, by not addressing it and learning how to manage it, they just continue to suppress > increase the pressure > blow up in anger > spend time and effort trying to undo the hurt caused others by the blowup. There is a better way! Anger is a normal and natural emotion and we need it. But we also need to learn how to manage it and I can help you with that. Stop fearing your anger and start harnessing it for good and managing it so you don't do harm to yourself and others.
24 Years Experience
Online in Bridgeport, WV
Anger Management therapists in Bridgeport, WV Statistics
Anger Management therapists in Bridgeport, WV average 17 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (80%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%), and Behavioral Therapy (42%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Male |
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| 47% |
Female |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 80% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 27% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 26% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 53% | Men |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Military / Veterans |
| 28% | Black / African American |