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Everyone experiences anger every now and then - it’s a normal human emotion. However, when that emotion gets intense and hijacks your well-being and relationships, it’s a problem. Prolonged unchecked anger issues can take a toll on your mental health and increase the possibilities of self-harm, domestic violence, and relationship issues. Feel Free Therapy’s anger management program is designed to help you cope with unsaid emotions and teach effective relaxation techniques to calm you in stressful situations.
Anger Management Christchurch
Understanding Anger: Causes and Effects
Several factors can trigger anger: depression, anxiety, family issues, financial problems, alcohol misuse, childhood abuse, grief, family violence, discrimination, bereavement, distressing events, etc. Medical conditions like Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Bipolar disorder, Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can also cause anger-related issues.
Chronic anger, when it flares up, can have a significant impact on your:
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Physical health - Increased chances of high blood pressure, diabetes, insomnia, heart disease, and a weak immune system.
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Mental health - Drains out mental energy, hinders focus, and increases mental health issues.
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Career - Lashing out at colleagues due to creative differences can ruin professional reputation and respect.
Relationships - Explosive anger can leave long-lasting scars and create family and intimacy issues.
Our Approach to Anger Management Therapy
It’s a common misconception that anger management is about learning to suppress anger. However, that’s not the idea. With our person-centred violence services, we aim to use evidence-based therapies to help you understand the causes and teach you coping skills to overcome mental health challenges. We combine different therapy options like narrative therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, psychodynamic therapy, couple therapy, and comprehensive intervention to build a therapeutic relationship and create a safe space for you to:
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Identify the reasons behind your temper.
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Look out for the anger warning signs and triggers.
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Navigate through the patterns with practical strategies and relaxation techniques.
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Change your thoughts through cognitive restructuring
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Develop a safe communication channel with your family, work, and others.
Identify the root cause of the anger and to re-program the mind to respond in a more positive way.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Anger occurs when one feels vulnerable or threatened. It is a courageous decision to seek adult services for managing anger and coping with complex human emotions. We at Feel Free Therapy integrate diverse evidence-based approaches and principles of CBT, ACT, and EMDR to help you address mental breakdowns and create a supportive space for improving self-awareness and building fulfilling lives with your family and friends. Furthermore, we offer affordable youth services to provide a supportive environment for young people aged between 11 and 18 to help them express their feelings safely. By enabling a youth programme and guidance, we allow young people to talk things through and avoid making drastic decisions. Book a session to know more.
