Anger Management Calgary:
Professional Anger Control Therapy
Our Calgary psychologists provide expert anger management therapy. Get to the root of your anger and stop letting it rule your life.
Are You Struggling With Anger Issues?
Do disagreements with others often escalate into heated arguments?
Do minor irritations quickly lead to you losing your temper?
Do you frequently regret or feel guilty about your reactions?
Is anger draining the joy from activities and hobbies you once loved?
Have you noticed physical signs like clenched fists, tense muscles, or a racing heart?
Is your usual way of coping with anger no longer working?
Do you often find yourself wondering, 'Why can't I control this?'
What Are the Benefits of Anger Management Therapy?
Control Over Anger
Learn how to stay calm and prevent anger from taking over.
A More Fulfilling Life
Focus on what truly matters and create more joy and meaning.
Stronger Relationships
Strengthen your connections and communicate more effectively.
Take Back Control of Your Emotions
With Expert Anger Management Therapists
“Helped me to grow as a professional and to be a better person.”
“An exceptional psychologist.”
“Fantastic to work with.”
“Professional, reliable, compassionate.”
“Easy to speak to and non-judgmental.”
“I would refer a family member in a heartbeat!”
Professional Anger Management in Calgary, AB
Hi! I'm Rod Mitchell, a Registered Psychologist and the founder of Emotions Therapy Calgary. Our team of experienced therapists, counsellors, and psychologists brings years of collective experience and a deep commitment to your emotional well-being.
We specialize in managing intense emotions, offering evidence-based care in a supportive environment. Together, we will navigate your emotional landscape, set clear objectives, and empower you to feel strong and in control of your life.
What sets us apart from other clinics near you in Calgary is our personalized approach. We don’t just focus on immediate symptom relief - we work with you to identify the underlying causes of your anger management problems and develop strategies that promote long-term emotional growth.
If you’re ready to start your journey toward a calmer, more balanced life, the first step is a free 20-minute counselling consult. Let’s talk about how we can help you reclaim the life you deserve.
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How Fast Can Anger Management Techniques Help You?
The personalized nature of our one-on-one counselling service often leads to rapid and meaningful change.
Many of our clients notice positive changes after just one counselling appointment, with significant improvements in emotional control typically occurring within the first six sessions.
Anger management therapy is more than a short-term fix; it's a path to lasting transformation. Our clients have:
Repaired relationships with a loved one
Advanced their careers
Rebuilt family bonds
Improved their overall health by reducing stress
While everyone's journey is unique, these outcomes show what's possible with dedicated effort and the professional help of therapists. Your path to healthy relationships and a more balanced life can start today.
What Are Anger Management Therapy Sessions Like?
1. Assessment & Planning
In the initial sessions, you and your therapist will explore your personal triggers and how anger affects different areas of your life. You'll develop a plan of action that aligns with your counselling goals and addresses your specific needs.
2. Skill Development
As therapy progresses, you’ll be introduced to simple yet effective techniques to manage your anger effectively in the heat of the moment. These skills are designed to help you approach stressful situations with greater ease.
3. Deep Emotional Work
Your therapist may guide you through deeper emotional exploration to identify the root causes of your anger, including past traumatic experiences. The goal is to create meaningful insights and lasting emotional wellness.
4. Ongoing Support
Between counselling appointments, we’ll continue to support your growth. You’ll receive guidance via email to help you practice and integrate new skills into your daily life, ensuring that your progress is more steady and sustainable.
The Consequences of Uncontrolled Anger Problems
If left unchecked, anger can lead to more severe and lasting effects over time. What might start as occasional angry outbursts or tense moments can grow into larger issues that affect multiple areas of your life.
Mentally and emotionally, anger often combines with feelings of guilt and frustration, leaving you trapped in a cycle that erodes your self-esteem and can result in depression. It becomes harder to regain control of your emotions - you get angry over little things, and life feels more overwhelming.
Your relationships may begin to suffer, as frequent emotional responses create distance between you and you partner or family. Minor disagreements can escalate into major conflicts, straining the connections that matter most - especially when compounded by challenges like postpartum anger that affect the whole family dynamic.
At work, anger can disrupt your professional life, making it harder to collaborate with coworkers. Over time, this can harm your reputation and limit your career progression. Physically, unmanaged anger can contribute to headaches, high blood pressure, and long-term stress-related health concerns.
Even though things may feel overwhelming now, there is hope! Anger management counselling can help you break this cycle and create a calmer, more fulfilling life.
You’re Not Alone in Your Struggle With Anger
Anger is a universal emotion that affects everyone, and it's more common than you might think.
Studies show that about 1 in 5 adults struggle with anger management issues at some point in their lives. This means that millions of people are facing similar challenges to yours.
Why Managing Anger Can Be Difficult
Modern life is full of stressors. Work pressures, financial worries, relationship conflicts, and societal expectations all contribute to a buildup of frustration and anxiety.
Over time, these daily stressors can wear down your self-control, making it harder to keep your anger in check when things go wrong.
Sometimes, anger has deeper roots. Maybe you grew up in a home where shouting was normal, or maybe you've been through tough experiences that have changed how you handle stress.
These old patterns might have helped you cope before, but now they could be doing more harm than good.
The Power of Specialized Anger Management Classes in Calgary
At our clinic, we understand that effective anger management goes beyond simply controlling your temper. Our comprehensive approach to anger management classes addresses both the immediate symptoms of anger and its deeper emotional roots, such as stress, anxiety, and past trauma. This strategy creates a foundation for lasting stress management and emotional well-being.
The Best Individual Counselling for Anger
We use a combination of psychotherapy methods to help you overcome the challenges of anger. Here’s how each approach works:
CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT therapy helps you identify and change negative thought patterns that lead to anger. By shifting your mindset, you’ll develop healthier, adaptive ways to respond to life’s challenges.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing
EMDR therapy reduces the intensity of past experiences that may trigger anger. By reprocessing these memories, you’ll gain greater control over responses.
ACT Therapy
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
ACT therapy teaches you to accept difficult emotions rather than struggle or resist them, helping you focus on what you most value. This allows you to live with greater purpose.
Calgary Anger Management Rates & Insurance
Your Insurance Likely Covers Counselling
Extended health insurance plans (through work, school, or a spouse/partner) often reimburse 80% - 100% of counselling fees, with annual coverage often totaling $2,000+.
Pay securely by credit card after your session, and we’ll provide a detailed receipt for instant reimbursement – most clients receive funds within days of submitting claims.
Transparent Session Rates
Our counselling rates per 50 minute sessions are guided by the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta’s recommendations:
$235 per session | Clinical Counsellors and Registered Provisional Psychologists
$245 per session | Registered Psychologists
Schedule a free counselling consultation to discuss your needs - your mental health is worth investing in!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all. Individual therapy and group counselling sessions can benefit anyone who wants to improve their emotional regulation skills, relationships, marriage, or career problems.
Whether you experience anger as occasional outbursts or have more frequent anger issues, a counselling program can help you develop better coping strategies and improve your relationships. It's about enhancing your overall mental health, not just addressing extreme cases.
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The duration of counselling varies for each individual. Many of our clients see significant improvements in just 5 - 6 counselling sessions, while others benefit from a longer-term support program.
We'll work at a pace that's comfortable for you, focusing on practical emotional regulation and communication skills you can use right away while also addressing deeper issues.
Lasting change can take time, but you'll likely notice improvements early in the counselling process.
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It's common to have tried self-help methods such as relaxation techniques and deep breathing without success.
Therapy offers a structured, personalized treatment plan guided by a professional. When you start anger management therapy, we'll identify the specific triggers and patterns unique to you and develop emotional regulation and conflict resolution strategies that address your individual needs.
You'll also have ongoing counselling support and accountability, which can make a significant difference in anger outbursts and your ability to regulate your emotions.
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Absolutely. As mental health therapists and psychologists, we are bound by strict confidentiality rules. What you share in individual therapy remains private, with few exceptions (such as if there's imminent danger to yourself or others, or in group programs).
Many of our new clients find this confidentiality liberating, allowing them to open up and work through their anger issues without fear of judgment or consequences in their personal or professional lives.
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While often viewed negatively, anger is a natural and even beneficial response. Feeling angry can:
Motivate us to address injustices
Push us to make positive changes
Signal when our boundaries are being crossed
Energize us to overcome obstacles
The challenge is when anger becomes our go-to reaction or when its intensity overwhelms us. The key to effective anger management counselling is learning to express anger and manage this powerful emotion in healthy ways.
Professional Anger Management Therapy Near You
If you're feeling uncertain or nervous about starting therapy, you're not alone. Many of our clients felt the same way before taking that first step. That's why we've created a friendly, no-pressure process to guide you to your first session.
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Reach Out
Fill out our brief contact form. Just your basic info and a few words about what brings you here – that's all we need to get started.
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Free Consultation
We'll reach out to schedule a no-obligation 20-minute consult. We'll discuss your goals, answer questions, and ensure we're the right fit.
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Start Therapy
If we align, we'll schedule your first session. Together, we'll begin developing your personalized plan for a brighter tomorrow.
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The power to take control of your anger is in your hands.
Take that first step towards transformation with professional anger management therapy in Calgary.