Photo of Ben Knapp, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Franklin County, ME
Ben Knapp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Wilton, ME 04294
We all face challenges in our lives. When these challenges become difficult to navigate they often create personal, interpersonal, and emotional imbalances. My passion is working with individuals to help them reconnect with themselves while finding balance and fulfillment in life. I offer private counseling services for individuals seeking mental health, substance use, and co-occurring care. I believe each individual is the expert on their own life and enjoy helping people utilize their strengths to realize their goals. Currently offering services via telehealth.
We all face challenges in our lives. When these challenges become difficult to navigate they often create personal, interpersonal, and emotional imbalances. My passion is working with individuals to help them reconnect with themselves while finding balance and fulfillment in life. I offer private counseling services for individuals seeking mental health, substance use, and co-occurring care. I believe each individual is the expert on their own life and enjoy helping people utilize their strengths to realize their goals. Currently offering services via telehealth.
(207) 204-3526 View (207) 204-3526

Online Therapists

Photo of Betsy Kehoe Elder, Counselor in Franklin County, ME
Betsy Kehoe Elder
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
Collaboratively we create customized, innovative, empowering treatments for anger, anxiety, depression, mood, personality, identity, dissociative, delusional sleep disorders, life adjustments, illness, loss, grief, dementia and complex trauma.
Focused on healing through trauma-informed, body-based care and grounded in family systems theory, I draw on a range of counseling approaches including; psychodynamic, transpersonal, existential, expressive, mindfulness, mind-body, behavioral (DBT and CBT). Together we sojourn toward self-awareness and compassion for self. Emblematic moments from the past may have become conditioned responses to the present. We focus both on here and now and historical events. TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy and EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing help re-program stored arousal in the body.
Collaboratively we create customized, innovative, empowering treatments for anger, anxiety, depression, mood, personality, identity, dissociative, delusional sleep disorders, life adjustments, illness, loss, grief, dementia and complex trauma.
Focused on healing through trauma-informed, body-based care and grounded in family systems theory, I draw on a range of counseling approaches including; psychodynamic, transpersonal, existential, expressive, mindfulness, mind-body, behavioral (DBT and CBT). Together we sojourn toward self-awareness and compassion for self. Emblematic moments from the past may have become conditioned responses to the present. We focus both on here and now and historical events. TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy and EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing help re-program stored arousal in the body.
(207) 504-6600 View (207) 504-6600
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Mia Foley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Springvale, ME 04083
Some common issues I have assisted clients with include life transitions, anxiety, depression, anger management, codependency, attention deficit/concentration issues, academic/school problems, parenting skills and trauma history issues.
Most people who visit a therapist know that there is something they want to change, but they may not know how. Sometimes feelings of anxiety or depression, problems with relationships, challenges at work, or other social difficulties are difficult to understand and resolve without help. In therapy, my goal is to help you foster greater self-understanding and develop strategies to live a more fulfilling life.
Some common issues I have assisted clients with include life transitions, anxiety, depression, anger management, codependency, attention deficit/concentration issues, academic/school problems, parenting skills and trauma history issues.
Most people who visit a therapist know that there is something they want to change, but they may not know how. Sometimes feelings of anxiety or depression, problems with relationships, challenges at work, or other social difficulties are difficult to understand and resolve without help. In therapy, my goal is to help you foster greater self-understanding and develop strategies to live a more fulfilling life.
(207) 747-3959 View (207) 747-3959
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Scott's Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or anger? Maybe you feel the stressors of life have beaten you down and you find yourself distraught or confused...? Do you feel out of balance and are struggling to put the pieces back together? Maybe you find yourself flashing back to an old forgotten memory or feel at times your body has a mind of its own and you do things you struggle to break the habit of doing? If this sounds like you then you may have discovered the right place. Scott's Counseling Services is here to help you reach your fullest potential. Call and let us see if we can work together.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or anger? Maybe you feel the stressors of life have beaten you down and you find yourself distraught or confused...? Do you feel out of balance and are struggling to put the pieces back together? Maybe you find yourself flashing back to an old forgotten memory or feel at times your body has a mind of its own and you do things you struggle to break the habit of doing? If this sounds like you then you may have discovered the right place. Scott's Counseling Services is here to help you reach your fullest potential. Call and let us see if we can work together.
(207) 707-1391 View (207) 707-1391
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Cheryl Klein
Pastoral Counselor, M, Div
Verified Verified
Windham, ME 04062  (Online Only)
I can easily empathize with those who feel alone, facing fear, anger, sadness, powerlessness, etc.
Are you struggling with grief over losses, relationship issues, setting boundaries, anxiety, depression, parenting, etc.? I am trained to help with emotional, psychological and faith issues (if they are relevant to you), with no interest in "converting" anyone to any particular faith. I offer compassionate, non-judgmental help, grateful for the opportunity to accompany you on your journey of healing, self-growth. I have been offering Telehealth sessions (audio or video, your choice) for adults 21+ since completing specific training during the pandemic. Please visit my website at www.WeFlySolo.com for more info about my practice.
I can easily empathize with those who feel alone, facing fear, anger, sadness, powerlessness, etc.
Are you struggling with grief over losses, relationship issues, setting boundaries, anxiety, depression, parenting, etc.? I am trained to help with emotional, psychological and faith issues (if they are relevant to you), with no interest in "converting" anyone to any particular faith. I offer compassionate, non-judgmental help, grateful for the opportunity to accompany you on your journey of healing, self-growth. I have been offering Telehealth sessions (audio or video, your choice) for adults 21+ since completing specific training during the pandemic. Please visit my website at www.WeFlySolo.com for more info about my practice.
(207) 358-6342 View (207) 358-6342
Photo of Rose Heikkinen, Counselor in Franklin County, ME
Rose Heikkinen
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240
Waitlist for new clients
At times an individual may want extra support to talk about and or explore areas in their life that are causing stress: It can lead to anxiety, depression, mood changes, substance use, compulsive behaviors, and anger. If anyone of these emotional or behavioral issues become significant it can affect relationships, education, finances or day to day functioning. In session, the individual will examine past, present and future experiences that impact thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. There are appropriate and inappropriate ways to better cope with stressors in our life and in session the client will examine which strategies work best.
At times an individual may want extra support to talk about and or explore areas in their life that are causing stress: It can lead to anxiety, depression, mood changes, substance use, compulsive behaviors, and anger. If anyone of these emotional or behavioral issues become significant it can affect relationships, education, finances or day to day functioning. In session, the individual will examine past, present and future experiences that impact thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. There are appropriate and inappropriate ways to better cope with stressors in our life and in session the client will examine which strategies work best.
(207) 506-0247 View (207) 506-0247
Photo of James Martel, Counselor in Franklin County, ME
James Martel
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Standish, ME 04084
I have a specialization in working with individuals 11 and up with anger management, anxiety, depression, behavioral and attention based disorders, grief, loss failure to thrive and adjustment to post covid life.
Counseling is a journey and in that I feel there most important factor is establishing a solid therapeutic alliance. In this we will work to develop options and opportunities to aid in your journey. In this I enjoy working with couples, teens and individuals in working to reduce anxiety, anger management issues with trauma, depression and inter personal and academic difficulties. Each day offers us a chance to grow and to enhance our confidence and interpersonal happiness. I also have specific training to support out military, veterans, first responders and their families who have their own unique challenges.
I have a specialization in working with individuals 11 and up with anger management, anxiety, depression, behavioral and attention based disorders, grief, loss failure to thrive and adjustment to post covid life.
Counseling is a journey and in that I feel there most important factor is establishing a solid therapeutic alliance. In this we will work to develop options and opportunities to aid in your journey. In this I enjoy working with couples, teens and individuals in working to reduce anxiety, anger management issues with trauma, depression and inter personal and academic difficulties. Each day offers us a chance to grow and to enhance our confidence and interpersonal happiness. I also have specific training to support out military, veterans, first responders and their families who have their own unique challenges.
(207) 482-0363 View (207) 482-0363
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Advanced Counseling and Therapy Ctr
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC, LPC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Belgrade, ME 04917
Caring, competent and effective counseling, A Trauma Relief Center for Couples and Individuals with Anxiety, PTSD, Performance Anxiety, depression, couples power struggles & alienation; career and business issues. Feeling Lost? I can help you meet your most challenging issues. Feel connected and joyful again. Manage stress from PTSD, trauma, anxiety, unresolvedcircular issues, depression, anger infidelity. As your coach / therapist we work together to help you find Your way back to loving your life again. "With courage and new skills you CAN do anything!" Wonderful help for couples, families, individuals, veterans. Confidential
Caring, competent and effective counseling, A Trauma Relief Center for Couples and Individuals with Anxiety, PTSD, Performance Anxiety, depression, couples power struggles & alienation; career and business issues. Feeling Lost? I can help you meet your most challenging issues. Feel connected and joyful again. Manage stress from PTSD, trauma, anxiety, unresolvedcircular issues, depression, anger infidelity. As your coach / therapist we work together to help you find Your way back to loving your life again. "With courage and new skills you CAN do anything!" Wonderful help for couples, families, individuals, veterans. Confidential
(207) 358-4004 View (207) 358-4004
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Pyramid Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCS, CSW
Verified Verified
Ellsworth, ME 04605
Waitlist for new clients
Services provided include: substance abuse and other addictions, emotional struggles, anger management, gender specific issues, military families, grief and loss, chronic illness, pain management, life skills, phase of life issues, etc.
I am pleased to offer both in-office and web-based therapy services in Maine and web-based services in Pennsylvania. I am committed to applying multiple levels and approaches of intervention to the resolution of problems determined by me and my client. The goal is to increase emotional stability and daily functioning progressively step by step on a broad based foundation of individualized treatment planning with concrete measurable and attainable goals. Respect, privacy and ethics are of utmost importance in my practice. Please visit my list of service provided below. I look forward to working with you.
Services provided include: substance abuse and other addictions, emotional struggles, anger management, gender specific issues, military families, grief and loss, chronic illness, pain management, life skills, phase of life issues, etc.
I am pleased to offer both in-office and web-based therapy services in Maine and web-based services in Pennsylvania. I am committed to applying multiple levels and approaches of intervention to the resolution of problems determined by me and my client. The goal is to increase emotional stability and daily functioning progressively step by step on a broad based foundation of individualized treatment planning with concrete measurable and attainable goals. Respect, privacy and ethics are of utmost importance in my practice. Please visit my list of service provided below. I look forward to working with you.
(207) 819-8604 View (207) 819-8604
Photo of Tracy Mallwitz, Clinical Professional Counselor in Franklin County, ME
Tracy Mallwitz
Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, CAADC, SAP, CCS
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106  (Online Only)
Licensed in Maine and Michigan offering EMDR for trauma. I'm here to ignite positive transformation through the power of the therapist-client connection. Imagine a safe haven where your voice is heard, where every concern finds a comfortable space for discussion, no matter its size. I'm your partner on this journey, using a strengths-based approach to uncover the roots of thoughts, feelings, and actions, offering unwavering support and deep empathy for your healing.
Licensed in Maine and Michigan offering EMDR for trauma. I'm here to ignite positive transformation through the power of the therapist-client connection. Imagine a safe haven where your voice is heard, where every concern finds a comfortable space for discussion, no matter its size. I'm your partner on this journey, using a strengths-based approach to uncover the roots of thoughts, feelings, and actions, offering unwavering support and deep empathy for your healing.
(231) 299-2122 View (231) 299-2122
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Wendy Noyes
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Windham, ME 04062  (Online Only)
Are you constantly worried about what might happen? Do you re-play situations in your mind and wish you could go back and change what you said? Do you doubt yourself? Does all of this negative thinking make you feel exhausted? Symptoms of anxiety can take a toll on your well being and can cause many unwanted results. Anxiety can surface for many reasons at any time in your life. Experiencing these emotions can affect our relationships as well. It can be scary to take that first step to seek counseling, however that first step is all you need.
Are you constantly worried about what might happen? Do you re-play situations in your mind and wish you could go back and change what you said? Do you doubt yourself? Does all of this negative thinking make you feel exhausted? Symptoms of anxiety can take a toll on your well being and can cause many unwanted results. Anxiety can surface for many reasons at any time in your life. Experiencing these emotions can affect our relationships as well. It can be scary to take that first step to seek counseling, however that first step is all you need.
(207) 517-2264 View (207) 517-2264
Photo of Eliza Beth Meyer Lcpc, Licensed Professional Counselor in Franklin County, ME
Eliza Beth Meyer Lcpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240  (Online Only)
SOLUTION FOCUSED, practical and effective therapy. Twenty years of experience...If you are looking for extra support and guidance to deal with a challenging situation or ready to move forward in a different direction in your life, I welcome the opportunity to listen and work together to find solutions and achieve your goals. Improve your ability to communicate in relationships.. Strengthen your family... Heal from past experiences... Manage anxiety/depression... Dedicated to providing you with the knowledge and skills to develop new healthy patterns.
SOLUTION FOCUSED, practical and effective therapy. Twenty years of experience...If you are looking for extra support and guidance to deal with a challenging situation or ready to move forward in a different direction in your life, I welcome the opportunity to listen and work together to find solutions and achieve your goals. Improve your ability to communicate in relationships.. Strengthen your family... Heal from past experiences... Manage anxiety/depression... Dedicated to providing you with the knowledge and skills to develop new healthy patterns.
(207) 517-4021 View (207) 517-4021
Photo of Andrea Beth Summer, Counselor in Franklin County, ME
Andrea Beth Summer
Counselor, LCPC, NCPsyA
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Congratulations on having the courage to change and to ask for help. Life can be a stressful process for all of us. Sometimes we feel alone and afraid and wish we had someone to talk to outside of our immediate family and friends. Perhaps we've tried the same behaviors over and over and wonder why we don't have different results. It can be very helpful to talk to someone who can look at our concerns and difficulties from a different perspective and shed new light. Once we feel deeply understood and become more mindful of our own values and beliefs, we are able to try new healthier behaviors that help us get our needs met in life.
Congratulations on having the courage to change and to ask for help. Life can be a stressful process for all of us. Sometimes we feel alone and afraid and wish we had someone to talk to outside of our immediate family and friends. Perhaps we've tried the same behaviors over and over and wonder why we don't have different results. It can be very helpful to talk to someone who can look at our concerns and difficulties from a different perspective and shed new light. Once we feel deeply understood and become more mindful of our own values and beliefs, we are able to try new healthier behaviors that help us get our needs met in life.
(207) 358-3406 View (207) 358-3406
Photo of Russell Beebe, Counselor in Franklin County, ME
Russell Beebe
Counselor, LCPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windham, ME 04062  (Online Only)
Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) helping men struggling with sexual addiction and/or porn addiction stop their compulsive sexual behavior and live healthy productive lives. Not being able to stop can be incredibly painful and frustrating. And harmful to those closest to you. Many times this frustration is made worse by an inability to stop despite a strong desire to do so. If you or someone you know struggles with sex addiction or porn addiction contact me to schedule a free 20 minute introduction to see if working with me is the right fit!
Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) helping men struggling with sexual addiction and/or porn addiction stop their compulsive sexual behavior and live healthy productive lives. Not being able to stop can be incredibly painful and frustrating. And harmful to those closest to you. Many times this frustration is made worse by an inability to stop despite a strong desire to do so. If you or someone you know struggles with sex addiction or porn addiction contact me to schedule a free 20 minute introduction to see if working with me is the right fit!
(207) 672-2681 View (207) 672-2681
Photo of Kelly Sweeney, Counselor in Franklin County, ME
Kelly Sweeney
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Providing telehealth and in-person sessions in Florida and telehealth in Maine! We are truly living in unprecedented times. It is normal to be struggling with the challenges these times have presented. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges and implement strategies to improve your life. Whether you're struggling as a result of current events, or experiences from your past, I can help you overcome these struggles and live your best life. Offering a variety of modalities, including neurofeedback and EMDR, two powerful and proven techniques, that provide relief without requiring you to talk about your stressors.
Providing telehealth and in-person sessions in Florida and telehealth in Maine! We are truly living in unprecedented times. It is normal to be struggling with the challenges these times have presented. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges and implement strategies to improve your life. Whether you're struggling as a result of current events, or experiences from your past, I can help you overcome these struggles and live your best life. Offering a variety of modalities, including neurofeedback and EMDR, two powerful and proven techniques, that provide relief without requiring you to talk about your stressors.
(561) 264-5435 View (561) 264-5435
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Tammy, Healthy Minds Counseling Inc- EMDR
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Bingham, ME 04920  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Tammy and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I earned my Master’s degree from New Mexico Highlands University in 2008. While attending New Mexico Highlands University, I focused on mental health and theories in behavior. I have experience in various mental health diagnoses, trauma treatment, and extensive grief therapy. I also have experience and knowledge in interdisciplinary leadership, family-centered practices, and grief interventions which have provided me with the tools to help those who are facing mental stressors, behavioral disturbances, and/or grief-related depression and anxiety.
Hello! My name is Tammy and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I earned my Master’s degree from New Mexico Highlands University in 2008. While attending New Mexico Highlands University, I focused on mental health and theories in behavior. I have experience in various mental health diagnoses, trauma treatment, and extensive grief therapy. I also have experience and knowledge in interdisciplinary leadership, family-centered practices, and grief interventions which have provided me with the tools to help those who are facing mental stressors, behavioral disturbances, and/or grief-related depression and anxiety.
(207) 598-4547 View (207) 598-4547
Photo of Andrea Quast Mortello, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Franklin County, ME
Andrea Quast Mortello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Are you ready to make deep changes in your life and in your relationships, would you like to be living more authentically and powerfully? With individual or couples counseling I will help enliven this calling, supporting you in living relationally with your partner and living in union with what you actually want to shift and manifest in your life. I can support you in creating healthy patterns, redefining belief systems, developing relationship skills and speaking your truth. My approach integrates psychotherapy and Somatic Experiencing, parts work and Integrative Somatic Psy. My intention is to help my clients live in coherence
Are you ready to make deep changes in your life and in your relationships, would you like to be living more authentically and powerfully? With individual or couples counseling I will help enliven this calling, supporting you in living relationally with your partner and living in union with what you actually want to shift and manifest in your life. I can support you in creating healthy patterns, redefining belief systems, developing relationship skills and speaking your truth. My approach integrates psychotherapy and Somatic Experiencing, parts work and Integrative Somatic Psy. My intention is to help my clients live in coherence
(207) 769-5373 View (207) 769-5373
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Michelle Ann Houser
Counselor, LCPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Saco, ME 04072  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor as well as a licensed drug and alcohol counselor. My specialty is rehabilitative counseling for individuals diagnosed with psychiatric and/or physical disabilities and I have been working in this field since 2008. I have been privileged to work in such settings as crisis stabilization units, residential rehabs, transitional programs for people who are homeless, and career counseling centers. I have experience working with individuals with physical disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and substance use disorders.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor as well as a licensed drug and alcohol counselor. My specialty is rehabilitative counseling for individuals diagnosed with psychiatric and/or physical disabilities and I have been working in this field since 2008. I have been privileged to work in such settings as crisis stabilization units, residential rehabs, transitional programs for people who are homeless, and career counseling centers. I have experience working with individuals with physical disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and substance use disorders.
(207) 218-0109 View (207) 218-0109
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Laurie Fear
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, MBA
Verified Verified
Welcome. You’ve come to the right place. Entering recovery from addiction can feel like you've landed on a strange new planet. It's normal to feel alone, confused and vulnerable, not having a clue where to start. Forging your unique path to wellness is the journey that lies ahead. You have the ability to heal yourself, but you are not meant to do it alone. As a professional counselor with lived experience in long-term recovery, I can help to guide you forward.
Welcome. You’ve come to the right place. Entering recovery from addiction can feel like you've landed on a strange new planet. It's normal to feel alone, confused and vulnerable, not having a clue where to start. Forging your unique path to wellness is the journey that lies ahead. You have the ability to heal yourself, but you are not meant to do it alone. As a professional counselor with lived experience in long-term recovery, I can help to guide you forward.
(276) 618-3212 View (276) 618-3212
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Fran Rodenburg
Psychologist, PhD, LADC, RYT 500
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
You've taken the first step towards your personal healing. Whether you struggle with feeling sad, anxious, "stuck" or generally dissatisfied with life, there is hope. You can learn to cope and connect with your sense of purpose, self-worth, and fulfillment. With supportive, effective psychotherapy, you can discover your inner strengths and resources, and learn to channel them to make improvements in daily living. You will discover ways to make your work life and relationships more satisfying. With compassion and acceptance, you can approach life with new skills to achieve a life of courage, authenticity, and contentment.
You've taken the first step towards your personal healing. Whether you struggle with feeling sad, anxious, "stuck" or generally dissatisfied with life, there is hope. You can learn to cope and connect with your sense of purpose, self-worth, and fulfillment. With supportive, effective psychotherapy, you can discover your inner strengths and resources, and learn to channel them to make improvements in daily living. You will discover ways to make your work life and relationships more satisfying. With compassion and acceptance, you can approach life with new skills to achieve a life of courage, authenticity, and contentment.
(207) 204-3207 View (207) 204-3207

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Anger Management Therapists

How long does therapy take for anger management?

Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.

How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?

Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.

Is there medication for anger management?

Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.