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.
Anger Management Counseling in Amherst, MA—Counselors, Therapists
Being grumpy and being angry are two different things, with one having the potential for disastrous results. It’s not easy controlling anger when everything in you is begging to be released and fight back.
With the right support though, it is possible! Thriveworks Anger Management at Amherst understands how tempting it is to punch back- literally or figuratively. Our Anger Management counselors are here to explore the root causes of anger and help you practice tools so you can have complete freedom in your life. You can schedule an appointment with a Thriveworks Amherst Anger Management Therapist by calling 413-634-4805 today.
What Makes Anger Unhealthy?
Anger in and of itself is not necessarily bad. Anger is a natural emotion just as fear or joy. It is an important emotion that can have positive effects, but only after it’s healthily managed. The negative side effects of anger can spread not only to the people around us, but inside us as well.
The physical side effects are often overlooked, although equally as devastating. Some include:
- Increased blood pressure
- Liver and kidney damage
- High cholesterol
- Increased risk of coronary artery disease
- Increased risk of a heart attack
Just a little bit of anger can do all that? Yes, and it all comes down to the body’s messengers- hormones. Stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline are released in a “flight or fight” situation. Anger creates an environment in the body where your flight or fight response is activated, and your body is flooded with stress hormones.
Do I Really Need Anger Management?
It takes courage to reach out and is a difficult decision to say the least! If you are still on the fence, look for some of these signs:
- People are avoiding you
- You’ve lost relationships
- People are afraid of talking with you
- Your health is suffering
- You are feeling depressed and/or anxious
- You feel out of control when angry
- You say and do things that you regret later
- Seemingly little things get under your skin
Anger can come out at the most inopportune situations. How you respond should be in your control, not in your anger’s. Thriveworks Anger Management at Amherst is excited for you to begin learning new ways to gain control and freedom from your anger.
What Does Anger Management Counseling Look Like?
All sessions at Amherst Thriveworks will be client-first. Which means all sessions will be uniquely designed to fit your personality, goals, and needs. We have many tools to help us accomplish this. A few examples are:
- Strategies for relaxation
- How to alter how you think
- How to change your surroundings
- Different and more efficient communication
- Problem solving current issues
- Ways to repair and strengthen relationships
- Learning to recognize your person signs that mean anger is getting out of control
Many people only need a few tools before they are confident in their ability to live a controlled life.
Scheduling Anger Management Counseling at Thriveworks Amherst
Thriveworks Amherst always creates a judgment free space where you can practice the skills that will take you to a happier, fulfilling life. Thriveworks Amherst anger management therapists also accept most major health insurances. So, don’t hesitate but schedule an appointment with one of our therapists or counselors by calling 413-634-4805 and get the support that you need today.
