WHAT WE HELP WITH
Anger Management
in person for Lubbock, TX and virtually for all of Texas
Anger itself isn't the problem — it's a normal, human emotion. But when it's damaging your relationships, your job, or your sense of who you are, it's worth understanding what's underneath it. Therapy helps.
Accepting new clients --- Most Insurances Accepted
WHEN ANGER IS TAKING OVER
Does This Sound Like You?
Anger shows up differently for everyone. For some it's explosive; for others it simmers quietly and poisons relationships over time. You might recognize yourself in some of these:
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You lose your temper faster or more intensely than you'd like — and regret it afterward
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Small frustrations can trigger a disproportionate reaction that you struggle to control
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You've said or done things in anger that damaged important relationships
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You carry a low-grade irritability or resentment that's hard to shake
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People close to you have expressed concern or fear about your anger
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You've been referred to anger management through work, court, or a partner's ultimatum
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You know anger is a problem — but you're not sure how to change it
It takes real self-awareness to recognize that anger is a problem. That awareness is the starting point for change.
OUR APPROACH
How We Help with Anger
Anger is rarely just about anger. Underneath most persistent anger problems are other emotions — hurt, fear, shame, or grief — that haven't had another way out. Effective anger management therapy doesn't just teach you to count to ten. It helps you understand what's actually driving your anger, and address that at its roots.
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is the gold-standard approach for anger, targeting both the thought patterns that escalate anger (catastrophizing, misreading others' intentions, rigid thinking) and the behavioral responses that make things worse. DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) provides powerful skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness — particularly helpful when anger is intense and fast-moving. ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) helps you notice and step back from angry thoughts rather than being swept away by them, and refocus on acting in line with your values.
When anger has roots in past trauma — childhood experiences, relationship wounds, or events that never got fully processed — EMDR can address those deeper layers in ways that talk therapy alone may not reach. For couples where anger is a relationship issue, we can incorporate Gottman Method or EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) approaches that address the relational dynamic, not just the individual. Your therapist will build a treatment plan tailored to what's actually driving your anger — not a one-size-fits-all program.
Anger management therapy has a strong track record of helping people change lasting patterns — not just suppress symptoms.
75% of people who complete anger management therapy report significant improvement in their relationships and ability to manage their emotions
THE PROCESS
What to Expect
Step 1: Reach Out
Fill out our short contact form or call us. We'll follow up within one business day to answer questions and get you scheduled.
Step 2: Your First Session
Your therapist will take time to understand your history, what's been hard, and what you're hoping to get out of therapy. No pressure, no homework — just conversation.
Step 3: Start Making Progress
Together, you'll build practical tools to interrupt thought and behavior patterns. Most clients notice a shift in how they respond to stress within the first few sessions.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Is anger management therapy the same as an anger management class? __ No. Therapy and anger management classes are different. A class is typically educational and group-based, focused on skills and information. Therapy is individualized — it goes deeper into the specific patterns, history, and underlying drivers of your anger. Many people find that classes help with awareness but don't produce lasting change; therapy gets at the roots.
I was referred to anger management by a court or my employer. Can you help? __ Yes. We work with court-referred clients and can provide documentation of participation when required. We also work with clients whose employer, partner, or family member has asked them to seek help. Wherever you're coming from, our goal is the same: helping you actually change, not just check a box.
Will I have to talk about my childhood? __ Not necessarily. Some anger has roots in the past; some is more about current stressors, thought patterns, or skills deficits. Your therapist will go where the work takes you — and you'll always have input into that. You won't be pushed into territory you're not ready for.
Can anger management therapy help with relationship problems caused by anger? __ Yes — often significantly. Anger that damages relationships is one of the most common reasons people seek help. Therapy can address both your individual patterns and, if your partner is willing, the relational dynamic between you. We offer individual therapy, couples counseling, or a combination.
I don't feel angry all the time--just in certain situations. Is that worth addressing? __ Absolutely. Situational anger — specific triggers like traffic, parenting stress, or conflict with a particular person — is very common and very addressable. You don't have to have a general anger problem to benefit from therapy. Understanding what's happening in those specific situations and building skills for those moments is exactly what we work on.
How is anger related to trauma? __ Anger and trauma are closely linked. Many people who experienced difficult or traumatic events — especially in childhood — develop anger as a protective response. It can feel safer to be angry than to feel vulnerable, scared, or hurt. When this is the case, trauma-informed therapy (including EMDR) can address the roots in a way that reduces anger at a deeper level.
Do you offer telehealth for anger management? __ Yes. Anger management therapy works well via telehealth, and many clients appreciate the convenience. We offer telehealth to clients anywhere in Texas.
How long does anger management therapy take? __ For focused skill-building around a specific pattern, many clients see meaningful improvement in 8–12 sessions. For deeper work — trauma history, relationship repair, or longstanding patterns — the timeline is typically longer. Your therapist will give you a realistic sense of what to expect based on your situation.
How do I get started? You can reach out through our contact page or click the Get Started button to request an appointment. Taking that first step is often the hardest part — I'm glad you're here.