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.