FRANCINE FARRELL & ASSOCIATES SERVE OUT OF SACRAMENTO, CA, AND PROVIDE IN-PERSON AND ONLINE APPOINTMENTS
Anger is a natural emotion everybody experiences. However, for some people, anger is a common occurrence that may explode over a minor frustration or just an everyday situation. In these cases, the person may not know how to cope and calm themselves. However, Francine Farrell and Ann Leber, licensed marriage and family therapists in Sacramento, CA, offer online and in-person visits to help with anger management.
What Causes Anger Management Problems?
Anger problems can stem from unresolved childhood trauma that causes you to struggle to manage your emotions. You may have felt defensive during childhood by having parents who were angry frequently, or you might not have learned appropriate coping techniques.
Additionally, if you have continuous sources of stress in your life, such as financial troubles, you can develop issues with persistent outbursts of anger.
For some people, the underlying cause is a mental health disorder, such as bipolar, anxiety, or major depressive disorder. Substance abuse can also be a contributing factor.
How We Help
When you visit Francine and Ann at our Sacramento, CA, office or online for anger management, we’ll discuss your goals for treatment and ask you about your medical history and any previous diagnoses you have had, as well as the medications you take.
During your appointments, a therapist will help you identify anger triggers. Then, you'll learn how to recognize the triggers so you can remove yourself from a situation before you feel that you’re losing control.
You'll uncover the thought patterns or behaviors that are having a harmful impact. Your therapist will work with you to change these thought patterns to focus on whether there are other possible explanations for what you’re upset about and alter your behaviors if a different course of action would be more likely to help you get what you want.
Your treatment may also include learning stress management techniques through lifestyle changes, like exercising regularly to boost endorphins. Practicing yoga or learning deep breathing techniques can help as well. Journaling is another technique that you can use to express your emotions healthily and learn more about yourself.
We can even work on a substance abuse issue that could be contributing. You can develop coping skills as well as hobbies or interests that can take your mind off the substance and fulfill the need it had served.
Anger management therapy with Francine Farrell and Ann Leber, virtually or in-person in Sacramento, CA, can help you with your relationships, job, and many other aspects of your life. You'll feel happier and more in control!
Call 916-971-1159 or request an appointment through our website.