Therapists in 11771
Debra Leonardo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
I see both individuals and couples specializing in relationship issues, conflict resolution, communication, anger management, divorce/separation, anxiety, depression and substance abuse.
Looking to feel happier or more satisfied in one or more areas in your life? Many people go on through their daily routines while ignoring self-defeating behaviors and finding little happiness or satisfaction in their life or in their relationships. Together, let's examine the choices you have made or failed to make. Most likely, you need to make some changes. Become productive, healthier and live a more enjoyable life.
I see both individuals and couples specializing in relationship issues, conflict resolution, communication, anger management, divorce/separation, anxiety, depression and substance abuse.
Looking to feel happier or more satisfied in one or more areas in your life? Many people go on through their daily routines while ignoring self-defeating behaviors and finding little happiness or satisfaction in their life or in their relationships. Together, let's examine the choices you have made or failed to make. Most likely, you need to make some changes. Become productive, healthier and live a more enjoyable life.
Greg Schult
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Greg has worked with a diverse population relating to anger and stress management, depression and anxiety, and those struggling with addiction.
Greg utilizes a person-centered approach to develop a treatment plan that is personalized to the individual and focuses on their strengths. Greg emphasizes motivational interviewing, CBT interventions, mindfulness, and the importance of a supportive therapeutic relationship. He also provides relapse prevention strategies and 12-step recovery techniques to aid clients in maintaining and sustaining their recovery. Greg believes that all individuals have the power to make profound changes in their lives and offers support by lending a compassionate and empathetic ear to his clients.
Greg has worked with a diverse population relating to anger and stress management, depression and anxiety, and those struggling with addiction.
Greg utilizes a person-centered approach to develop a treatment plan that is personalized to the individual and focuses on their strengths. Greg emphasizes motivational interviewing, CBT interventions, mindfulness, and the importance of a supportive therapeutic relationship. He also provides relapse prevention strategies and 12-step recovery techniques to aid clients in maintaining and sustaining their recovery. Greg believes that all individuals have the power to make profound changes in their lives and offers support by lending a compassionate and empathetic ear to his clients.
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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.