Anger Management

Anger Management services offered in Tempe and Gilbert, AZ

Everybody feels angry from time to time, but if anger and rage are affecting your relationships, work, or daily life, it may be time to seek help in managing your emotions. At Calm Psych in Tempe and Gilbert, Arizona, Priti Patel, MD, and the team take an individualized approach to anger management. They work alongside you to help identify your triggers and develop effective coping strategies for managing your anger in a healthy way. If you’re struggling with anger, call Calm Psych today or schedule an appointment online.

What is anger management?

Anger management is a therapeutic technique that helps you recognize, understand, and control your anger healthily.

While anger is a natural emotion that tells you when something is wrong, difficulty controlling it can negatively affect your mental and physical health. It may also interfere with your relationships, professional performance, and overall well-being.

If you struggle to manage angry emotions, the expert psychiatric team at Calm Psych can provide guidance and support to help you find healthy ways to cope.

Who should consider anger management?

Anybody struggling to control their anger can benefit from professional help and guidance. You may be a candidate for anger management if you experience:

Angry outbursts
Difficulty controlling your temper
Legal issues due to rage
Social, marital, or professional issues due to anger
High stress levels
Problems with emotional regulation
High blood pressure during angry episodes

Anger management with the experts at Calm Psych can help you manage anger and communicate more effectively.

What does anger management involve?

Your experienced Calm Psych provider develops a step-by-step plan that assesses your anger triggers and patterns and sets goals for what you want to achieve with anger management. This process may involve learning techniques to calm yourself, practicing clear communication, and finding healthy ways to express your feelings.

Individualized counseling may be essential to understanding the root cause of your anger issues, but your provider may also recommend group sessions to help you practice conflict resolution in a supportive setting.

What are some tips to manage anger?

If you’re in a situation that triggers your anger, taking a few simple steps can help you manage your emotions effectively:

Pause and take a deep breath
Exercise regularly
Use “I” statements when communicating your feelings
Practice mindfulness techniques
Remove yourself from the situation

The Calm Psych experts always recommend reaching out for advice if you’re having difficulty controlling your anger. They strive to help you regulate yourself in stressful situations so you feel more in control.

Don’t wait to seek help for managing your anger. Call Calm Psych today or schedule an appointment online to receive the supportive care you deserve.

Anger Management