aNGER

Perhaps you have tried to stuff down your anger. Perhaps it comes out in ways you later regret. Either experience deserves a closer, kinder look.

Sometimes anger points toward hurt, an unmet value, or a lack of emotional flexibility. Sometimes its message needs present moment awareness. We can listen with curiosity while choosing how to respond.

Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we’ll notice the thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations that accompany anger. We’ll practice assertiveness so you can express your needs clearly, with respect for yourself and others.

You can make room for anger and remain responsible for your actions.

Studies of ACT have found improvements in aggressive behavior and anger rumination in particular clinical populations. Aggression research, anger rumination research

I provide this support to clients struggling with drugs, alcohol, or sexual compulsivity.

I treat trauma and PTSD differently, using Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).