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What to Expect From Anger Management Sessions

There are times when we feel anger and experience an outburst. These happen to most people at one stage or another in life, and they happen for a number of reasons. For some it’s a rare occurrence and for others it’s an everyday challenge to not have an outburst. Anger is a human emotion and it’s possible for us to learn techniquest to channel anger properly. 

Conversely, holding anger inside is also an unhealthy way to deal with these emotions. Both situations are unhealthy both for the person involved and other people around you. Anger management is a resource for those who aren’t in control of this emotion and find it interrupts their happiness.


Essential Anger Intervention

There are certain situations when anger management becomes an essential intervention. It refers to a process wherein you identify the stressors that trigger rage. This may take a bit of work but we can assist you to find ways to remain calm until the feelings subside. 

We can teach you practice habits that will equip you to handle the situation in a more positive manner. At the end of the day, the goal is gain control on one’s reactions related to the anger.

What Occurs During Anger Management Sessions?

Anger management counselling, in essence, is a way of helping the individual cope with feelings of anger and/or rage. The very first steps have to do with introspection and self-realisation.



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Here are things you can expect to experience at the start of the therapy:

Identify stressors that trigger anger
What are the common situations that make you feel anger? Is it frustration from work? Is it due to the pressures of responsibilities on your shoulders? Or are you expecting too much from yourself?

Take note of physical signs that warn you of rising tension
Some of the common physical signs that give you an indication that you are becoming angry may be that you are having trouble falling asleep, your heart begins to race, or some notice that they have a tightly clenched fist. It is different from one person to another.

List emotions that anger you
The feelings can vary from one person to another. Do you feel like yelling at the top of your lungs? Do you want to throw anything that you get your hands on? Take the time to note these feelings as we will use these as part of our management strategy.

Once the aggressors are properly identified, individualised anger management strategies can be put into place. Some of the goals of the sessions may include:

  • Managing factors that cause you to get angry
  • Identify circumstances that trigger an outburst
  • Recognise when you’re not thinking clearly due to anger
  • Develop relaxation techniques to help you stay calm
  • Create assertive ways to express yourself
  • Communicate openly without resorting to rage

Our skilled therapists here at Cooks Hill Counselling can help you to manage your anger. Our non-judgmental and unique approach is something you can always count on. Contact us today for a session either in person or online.
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