Anger Management Therapists in Dorchester, MA
Chanda V Haynes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02122 (Online Only)
Our trauma can leave us with feelings of shame, resentment, and guilt. When we don't take the time for our own recovery and healing, we can find ourselves becoming stressed and overwhelmed. We become unrecognizable to ourselves and disconnected from our own needs. Our physical health is impacted. We experience spiraling thoughts and an inability to relax. Our anger and sadness are easily triggered. We sabotage our important relationships. We lack trust and fear intimacy. We find ourselves feeling undeserving of the goodness life has to offer.
Our trauma can leave us with feelings of shame, resentment, and guilt. When we don't take the time for our own recovery and healing, we can find ourselves becoming stressed and overwhelmed. We become unrecognizable to ourselves and disconnected from our own needs. Our physical health is impacted. We experience spiraling thoughts and an inability to relax. Our anger and sadness are easily triggered. We sabotage our important relationships. We lack trust and fear intimacy. We find ourselves feeling undeserving of the goodness life has to offer.
Mental health is how we think, feel and act as we cope with life. It helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices. Like physical health, mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
Everyone feels worried, anxious, sad or stressed sometimes. But with a mental illness, these feelings do not go away and are severe enough to interfere with your daily life. It can make it hard meeting and keeping friends, hold a job or enjoy life. "Get plugged In". You cannot wish your problems away. Therapy can help.
Mental health is how we think, feel and act as we cope with life. It helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices. Like physical health, mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
Everyone feels worried, anxious, sad or stressed sometimes. But with a mental illness, these feelings do not go away and are severe enough to interfere with your daily life. It can make it hard meeting and keeping friends, hold a job or enjoy life. "Get plugged In". You cannot wish your problems away. Therapy can help.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker receiving my Graduate Degree from Boston University. I use a strength-based, person-centered approach to aid people in guiding themselves towards healing, personal growth and to their own potential. My experience has been with children, families and young adults in homes, communities and schools throughout Boston and the South Shore, along with young men across Massachusetts involved in the juvenile justice system.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker receiving my Graduate Degree from Boston University. I use a strength-based, person-centered approach to aid people in guiding themselves towards healing, personal growth and to their own potential. My experience has been with children, families and young adults in homes, communities and schools throughout Boston and the South Shore, along with young men across Massachusetts involved in the juvenile justice system.
Hi there, welcome! Thank you for being strong and courageous. My name is Emmanuel Martinez and welcome to Mercy Counseling Services! I am a licensed mental health counselor. Life is difficult, especially these days. We are living in unprecedented times and our mental health is a priority. We live in a space where day to day, hour to hour things are changing. We all want to be stable and happy, yet persevering and pushing through can be hard. For times like these, we need support, encouragement and someone to talk to.
Hi there, welcome! Thank you for being strong and courageous. My name is Emmanuel Martinez and welcome to Mercy Counseling Services! I am a licensed mental health counselor. Life is difficult, especially these days. We are living in unprecedented times and our mental health is a priority. We live in a space where day to day, hour to hour things are changing. We all want to be stable and happy, yet persevering and pushing through can be hard. For times like these, we need support, encouragement and someone to talk to.
At Northeast Family Services, we pride ourselves on our excellent treatment coordination team which consists of mental health professionals and an individualized treatment approach tailored specifically to your needs. We provide a wide range of outpatient and virtual services.
At Northeast Family Services, we pride ourselves on our excellent treatment coordination team which consists of mental health professionals and an individualized treatment approach tailored specifically to your needs. We provide a wide range of outpatient and virtual services.
Lakisha R. Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MBA, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02125
I work with professional women and men who struggle with the demands of daily living, parenting, work/life balance, interpersonal and family relationships. My typical client is an overachiever and successful by society's standards who at times suffers from stress, anxiety, and/or depression.
I work with professional women and men who struggle with the demands of daily living, parenting, work/life balance, interpersonal and family relationships. My typical client is an overachiever and successful by society's standards who at times suffers from stress, anxiety, and/or depression.
Pei-Hsuan Lu, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dorchester, MA 02122 (Online Only)
Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, Telehealth only. As a Therapist, I am passionate and committed to supporting any individuals, couples, and families in finding more hope in their preferred lives and relationships. Being non-judgmental, compassionate, collaborative, and respectful are my main principles in my practice. I am excited to co-create possibilities with you to see that there is Light despite all of the darkness.
Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, Telehealth only. As a Therapist, I am passionate and committed to supporting any individuals, couples, and families in finding more hope in their preferred lives and relationships. Being non-judgmental, compassionate, collaborative, and respectful are my main principles in my practice. I am excited to co-create possibilities with you to see that there is Light despite all of the darkness.
Trinity Boston Counseling Center
Psychologist, MAT, PhD
Verified Verified
Dorchester, MA 02121 (Online Only)
TBCC focuses its services on providing individual therapy, group therapy, consultation, and training for adults working with youth. Youth workers are individuals who spend the bulk of their time (vocational or volunteer) providing services for, mentoring, supporting, and/or teaching youth (ages 0-25). We are committed to healing the traumatic impact of systemic racism in Boston, and to build a more equitable Boston in which youth of color can thrive. TBCC brings clinical expertise and deep experience working with youth of color and youth-serving organizations in Boston to co-create communities for healing.
TBCC focuses its services on providing individual therapy, group therapy, consultation, and training for adults working with youth. Youth workers are individuals who spend the bulk of their time (vocational or volunteer) providing services for, mentoring, supporting, and/or teaching youth (ages 0-25). We are committed to healing the traumatic impact of systemic racism in Boston, and to build a more equitable Boston in which youth of color can thrive. TBCC brings clinical expertise and deep experience working with youth of color and youth-serving organizations in Boston to co-create communities for healing.
Nakisha Parillon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC-1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02122 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting new clients for September 2024 “Part of healing is dealing with the memories you would rather forget”.
Accepting new clients for September 2024 “Part of healing is dealing with the memories you would rather forget”.
Michael Denton-Smith
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Are you having difficulty adjusting to a new environment, relationship, identity, or phase of life? Do you overanalyze social interactions or struggle to connect with others? I have been a practicing Licensed Mental Health Counselor for 5 years and have experience working with adults in multiple settings including college counseling, community mental health, private practice, and case management. As a queer-identified therapist, I am fiercely dedicated to working with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community, and affirming of kink and ENM/polyamory as well.
Are you having difficulty adjusting to a new environment, relationship, identity, or phase of life? Do you overanalyze social interactions or struggle to connect with others? I have been a practicing Licensed Mental Health Counselor for 5 years and have experience working with adults in multiple settings including college counseling, community mental health, private practice, and case management. As a queer-identified therapist, I am fiercely dedicated to working with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community, and affirming of kink and ENM/polyamory as well.
I have increased experience with helping individuals of the LGBTQIA population and particular issues that are associated with the community. I have a wide range of experience working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals in therapy. I work to provide a judgement free space for individuals to share and explore who they are. I am a strong believer in supporting people through difficult change and helping them discover more about themselves through the process. My main focus of theoretical orientation is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and IFS.
I have increased experience with helping individuals of the LGBTQIA population and particular issues that are associated with the community. I have a wide range of experience working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals in therapy. I work to provide a judgement free space for individuals to share and explore who they are. I am a strong believer in supporting people through difficult change and helping them discover more about themselves through the process. My main focus of theoretical orientation is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and IFS.
Adam Russell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dorchester, MA 02124 (Online Only)
Are you seeking to understand yourself better? Are you looking to make sense of your relationship dynamics? Do you wish things were better, but you don't know how to get there? You CAN feel empowered by an expanding of your understanding, gathering insight, and educating the choices you make in how you decide to live your life. I work with couples, and adults to help make sense of obstacles, understand how relationship histories effect life today, and become more comfortable with themselves. This is done in an atmosphere where you are accepted for who you are. We can discuss your goals.
Are you seeking to understand yourself better? Are you looking to make sense of your relationship dynamics? Do you wish things were better, but you don't know how to get there? You CAN feel empowered by an expanding of your understanding, gathering insight, and educating the choices you make in how you decide to live your life. I work with couples, and adults to help make sense of obstacles, understand how relationship histories effect life today, and become more comfortable with themselves. This is done in an atmosphere where you are accepted for who you are. We can discuss your goals.
Kenneth MacIntosh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Kenny is a proud US Navy Veteran (Corpsman/Medic) and therapist specializing in PTSD, anxiety, self-sabotaging behaviors, and depression. Are you genuinely curious about unhelpful patterns that seem to keep showing up in your life and relationships? Do you ask why you can't let things go, have trust issues, or the inability to relax? You keep putting other's needs first, have trouble setting boundaries or communicating your needs? Unable to see your purpose? Real change can only occur when you are genuinely curious about uncovering recurring patterns and are motivated to try out new strategies to break them.
Kenny is a proud US Navy Veteran (Corpsman/Medic) and therapist specializing in PTSD, anxiety, self-sabotaging behaviors, and depression. Are you genuinely curious about unhelpful patterns that seem to keep showing up in your life and relationships? Do you ask why you can't let things go, have trust issues, or the inability to relax? You keep putting other's needs first, have trouble setting boundaries or communicating your needs? Unable to see your purpose? Real change can only occur when you are genuinely curious about uncovering recurring patterns and are motivated to try out new strategies to break them.
Crossing Fields Therapeutic Service Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Mataiah Crossley, LICSW. I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of experience practicing in an outpatient center, and Within the last 2 years, expanded my scope of practice by operating my own private practice. My practice is devoted to helping adult clients manage daily stress/anxiety, work toward symptom reduction, navigate difficult relationships, learn new skills, and learn about themselves (e.g., their needs, values, strengths, challenges etc.) whilst providing a safe space to explore, share, learn and heal.
Hello, my name is Mataiah Crossley, LICSW. I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of experience practicing in an outpatient center, and Within the last 2 years, expanded my scope of practice by operating my own private practice. My practice is devoted to helping adult clients manage daily stress/anxiety, work toward symptom reduction, navigate difficult relationships, learn new skills, and learn about themselves (e.g., their needs, values, strengths, challenges etc.) whilst providing a safe space to explore, share, learn and heal.
Accepting new clients at a new In-Person location. I am committed to a strengths-based, supportive approach to help adults, couples and families improve their quality of life. I work with clients experiencing difficulty with depression, anxiety, chronic mental illness and life transition.
Accepting new clients at a new In-Person location. I am committed to a strengths-based, supportive approach to help adults, couples and families improve their quality of life. I work with clients experiencing difficulty with depression, anxiety, chronic mental illness and life transition.
Andrea Cooke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Dorchester, MA 02121 (Online Only)
Life can be tough. Trauma, relationships, and brain chemistry may contribute to uncontrollable emotions and the inability to cope with people and situations. It is not easy, and there are no quick fixes, but healing is possible. Everyone is different, and thus therapy should be tailored accordingly to individual needs. Our work will be collaborative to make sure you are getting the support that aligns with your personality, experiences, and goals. My approach emphasizes realistic approaches to meet you where you are.
Life can be tough. Trauma, relationships, and brain chemistry may contribute to uncontrollable emotions and the inability to cope with people and situations. It is not easy, and there are no quick fixes, but healing is possible. Everyone is different, and thus therapy should be tailored accordingly to individual needs. Our work will be collaborative to make sure you are getting the support that aligns with your personality, experiences, and goals. My approach emphasizes realistic approaches to meet you where you are.
Bruce Burleson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC1
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02122 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing problems with drugs or alcohol? Are you caught up in a cycle of other addictive behaviors such as gaming, the Internet or gambling? I have good news and bad news for you. First the bad news: it takes effort to stop addictive behaviors, and to address the underlying emotional or trauma issues that compel you to relapse over and over again. There’s no magic wand, no Abracadabra. Now the good news. The cycle doesn’t have to be endless, and recovery is possible! I do individual, couples and family counseling.
Are you experiencing problems with drugs or alcohol? Are you caught up in a cycle of other addictive behaviors such as gaming, the Internet or gambling? I have good news and bad news for you. First the bad news: it takes effort to stop addictive behaviors, and to address the underlying emotional or trauma issues that compel you to relapse over and over again. There’s no magic wand, no Abracadabra. Now the good news. The cycle doesn’t have to be endless, and recovery is possible! I do individual, couples and family counseling.
Kathleen Brennan
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LMHC, LADC I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02121
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, and hopeless? Are you using alcohol and drugs to cope with your stress? Are you getting concerned that you are no longer able to control your substance use and are facing negative consequences because of your drinking and drug use? Well don't worry you have come to the right place.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, and hopeless? Are you using alcohol and drugs to cope with your stress? Are you getting concerned that you are no longer able to control your substance use and are facing negative consequences because of your drinking and drug use? Well don't worry you have come to the right place.
Jacquelyn Vallee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Dorchester, MA 02121 (Online Only)
Providing individual psychotherapy for clients in need. Also offering supervision for LCSWs who are working toward independent licensure. As human beings, we each deserve a virtuous, healthy quality of life. While the days, weeks, and months pass by it can be easy to lose touch with ourselves; our own individual needs.
Providing individual psychotherapy for clients in need. Also offering supervision for LCSWs who are working toward independent licensure. As human beings, we each deserve a virtuous, healthy quality of life. While the days, weeks, and months pass by it can be easy to lose touch with ourselves; our own individual needs.
Brian J. Rachmaciej
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, MACCS, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02122
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Brian J. Rachmaciej, Ed.D. is an independently Massachusetts and Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed School Psychologist with extensive forensic experience. Dr. Rachmaciej is an LMHC Supervisor in MA and Fl. He can be contracted for Supervision and Case Consultation. Dr. Rachmaciej focuses on a multicultural practice with a strength based focus. Dr. Rachmaciej is trauma trained recognizing the significant impact of trauma within the therapeutic healing process. Dr. Rachmaciej se habla espanol y puede apoyar a ti y tu familia hoy! Si esta interesado en una cita para ti o tu familia llamame hoy al 413-281-8035.
Dr. Brian J. Rachmaciej, Ed.D. is an independently Massachusetts and Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed School Psychologist with extensive forensic experience. Dr. Rachmaciej is an LMHC Supervisor in MA and Fl. He can be contracted for Supervision and Case Consultation. Dr. Rachmaciej focuses on a multicultural practice with a strength based focus. Dr. Rachmaciej is trauma trained recognizing the significant impact of trauma within the therapeutic healing process. Dr. Rachmaciej se habla espanol y puede apoyar a ti y tu familia hoy! Si esta interesado en una cita para ti o tu familia llamame hoy al 413-281-8035.
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Anger Management Therapists
How long does therapy take for anger management?
Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.
How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?
Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.
Is there medication for anger management?
Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.
What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.