Anger Management

If you have a difficult time controlling angry emotions and it’s negatively affecting your job, school, or interpersonal relationships, turn to licensed clinical social worker Paula Williams, LCSW, at Sis Therapy/Already Done LLC, a telehealth psychology practice based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. She offers virtual anger management therapy to help you tame angry emotions and react appropriately in everyday situations. Schedule a telehealth evaluation with Paula by calling the office or using the online booking feature today. 

What is anger management?

Anger management at Sis Therapy/Already Done LLC consists of therapies teaching you ways to better manage angry thoughts and/or behaviors. 

Feeling angry now and then is a normal emotion, but if your anger leads to yelling, screaming, or aggressive behavior patterns, turn to Paula for help staying calm when frustrating situations arise.

Which symptoms can anger management help address?

Symptoms that anger management can help address include:

• Angry outbursts
• Yelling 
• Screaming
• Irritability
• Frequent anger
• Rage
• Racing thoughts
• Shaking
• Trembling
• Chest tightness
• Pounding heartbeat
• Angry, long speeches
• Heated arguments
• Temper tantrums
• Physical fights
• Threatening to harm others
• Property damage

Angry outbursts can happen suddenly when you least expect them. It’s common to feel sorry, guilty, shameful, or embarrassed after an outburst. 

Intermittent explosive disorder is an example of a mental health condition characterized by extreme anger that can become aggressive. 

What are the benefits of anger management?

The benefits of participating in anger management at Sis Therapy/Already Done LLC include:

• Less anger
• Fewer angry outbursts
• Sense of calm
• Fewer mood swings
• Improved interpersonal relationships
• Lower risk of breaking the law
• Enhanced quality of life

Being slow to anger offers benefits at work, in school, and in other everyday situations.

Can anger management help control my emotions?

Anger management sessions with Paula at Sis Therapy/Already Done LLC help alter your emotions, thoughts, moods, and behaviors. It helps you regain control of your actions using behavioral changes, controlled breathing, and other highly effective methods. 

What can I expect during anger management sessions?

Anger management therapy at Sis Therapy/Already Done LLC involves one-on-one sessions, couples counseling, family therapy, and/or group therapy for adults, pre-adolescents, and teenagers.

You’ll meet with Paula virtually to identify anger triggers and practice relaxation techniques. Examples include relaxation imagery, yoga, meditation, and deep breathing. 

Paula teaches problem-solving skills and new thinking patterns that help you approach frustrating situations differently. She can help improve your communication skills and practice best responses instead of saying or acting on the first thoughts that come to mind. 

Medication management may also be an option, especially if you have co-existing mental health conditions in addition to anger management concerns.

Schedule anger management sessions at Sis Therapy/Already Done LLC by calling the office or requesting a virtual appointment online today.