Anger Counselling

Frequent anger, irritability, or frustration can feel exhausting and difficult to manage. For many people, anger is connected to underlying stress, trauma, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, ADHD, anxiety, or other unresolved experiences that leave the nervous system feeling constantly on edge.

You may notice yourself becoming reactive to minor stressors, struggling to calm down once upset, or feeling guilt or shame after emotional outbursts. While anger is a normal emotion, difficulties managing it can begin to affect relationships, work, and overall wellbeing.

In therapy, we work toward understanding the underlying causes of anger, identifying triggers, and developing healthier ways of coping and responding. The goal is to build greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, and the ability to return to a calmer and more balanced state more effectively.

Areas of Focus

  • Anger and emotional reactivity

  • Irritability and frustration tolerance

  • Stress-related anger

  • Trauma-related anger responses

  • Difficulty regulating emotions

  • Conflict in relationships

  • Impulsivity during emotional distress

  • Shame or guilt related to anger

  • Communication and boundary difficulties

Client Populations

I support youth and adults who are:

  • Struggling with frequent or intense anger

  • Experiencing conflict in relationships due to emotional reactions

  • Feeling overwhelmed by stress or emotional triggers

  • Navigating trauma, anxiety, or other co-occurring concerns

  • Looking to build healthier coping strategies and emotional control

I offer in-person counselling in Kelowna, BC, and online counselling and psychotherapy throughout BC and Ontario.