Anger Management

Did you know that studies have stated that one out of five Americans have an anger management problem? If you find yourself being angry most of the time and for no apparent reason, then there may be a reason for concern. Do you find yourself getting into conflict or trouble because you acted in anger, without thinking about possible consequences? If something makes you angry, do you have trouble letting go of it? Have you been in trouble with the law in result of your anger? Even if anger is justified, the intensity of your reaction and how long you hold onto the feelings may be an indicator that additional help may be needed.

Our Healing Crossroads process can help guide you, to a place of relief from your thoughts and worries about the anger that you have been experiencing. Let us provide you with the tools that you need to live a life that you desire; a life where you are in control of your anger. WE CAN HELP YOU!

Symptoms:

• Unpredictable anger outbursts such as explosive rages over minor frustrations.
• Unjust blaming, such as accusing other people for your own mistakes.
• Blaming people for your own feelings and making general accusations.
• Making threats to frighten people by saying how you could harm them or their property.
• Destructiveness, such as destroying objects, destroying a relationship between two people, reckless driving and substance abuse.
• Breathing and heart rate increases, flushed face.
• Grandiosity, such as showing off, expressing mistrust, not listening and talking over people.

Intervention/ Solutions:

• Exploring underlying issues that have led to your anger.
• Identifying triggers that cause one to feel angry.
• Relaxation techniques and exercises.
• Communication and active listening skills.
• Stress and anger management training.
• Specific behavioral interventions to facilitate change, such as; cognitive interventions, behavioral coping, social skills training, and problem-solving skills training.