Anger is a normal human emotion, ranging from mild annoyance to intense fury. It is a natural way to express your feelings and can help you defend yourself when necessary. However, if you often feel overwhelmed by anger or struggle to express it appropriately, it may be a sign of a deeper issue. It is not safe or helpful to lash out every time you get angry.
Anger management therapy helps you recognize, regulate, and express your emotions in healthier ways. As a Certified Anger Management Specialist, I will guide you in learning practical techniques to prevent anger from overwhelming you, and how to channel those emotions into constructive, balanced responses.
Anger can manifest in many ways; outbursts, yelling, clinging, physical or verbal aggression, passive-aggressive behaviors, emotional suppression, or withdrawal. If anger is disrupting your life, it may be rooted in a perceived loss of power. Being a powerful emotion, it can sometimes feel safer or more manageable to express anger in place of fear or sadness.
When left unresolved, uncontrolled anger can impact your physical health, emotional wellbeing, and relationships. Anger can lead to:
The first step in effective anger management is recognizing when it’s building. Most people experience a combination of physical, emotional, and behavioral cues when they’re becoming upset. If you present any of the below signs when angry, you may benefit from working with an anger management expert:
Anger is not always an emotional reaction. It may stem from deeper issues such as childhood trauma. The first thing we work on in anger management therapy in LA is identifying the mental obstacles that hinder accountability and personal responsibility.
Once we understand the root cause of your anger, we will work together to develop practical strategies to reduce angry reactions. This includes identifying triggers and preparing for them in healthy ways. As an anger management specialist in California, I will equip you with powerful, evidence-based tools, grounded in CBT, that you can use in the moment to manage anger effectively.
Recognizing and managing anger is essential to your mental and physical well-being, especially given how unresolved anger can impact your relationships, career, and overall quality of life.
When left unmanaged, anger can cloud judgment, elevate stress, and trigger anxiety or depression.
Unmanaged anger impacts your body by raising blood pressure, heart rate, and tension, increasing the risk of long-term health problems.
Unchecked anger can create tension in professional settings, impair concentration, and reduce productivity.
Frequent anger can erode trust and emotional connection with loved ones—more so with children.
Therapy helps you understand the patterns or situations that spark your anger and learn how to avoid them or respond calmly.
When you can control your anger, you can communicate and handle conflicts productively.
Anger management therapy helps you handle difficult situations constructively without causing harm or offense.
When you start to manage your anger, you will see yourself in a better light. Anger will no longer control you.
Anger management is not about never feeling angry but learning how to deal with anger in a healthy way.
Explore common questions about Nicole Sela’s therapy services and how to begin your path to emotional well-being.
You can request an appointment by Booking Online or calling us at 323-364-5152. We aim to get back to you within 24 hours.
As a certified therapist for depression and anxiety, I understand that every person is unique. That is why I take the time to learn about you, your health concerns, and treatment needs. I will also answer any questions you may have. During this session, I will provide valuable information about your symptoms, possible root causes, how they impact your life, and share helpful coping strategies.The first appointment allows me to determine the most appropriate treatment plan that is tailored to your specific concerns and therapeutic goals.
I offer individual, couples, family, and emerging adults counseling. My therapeutic approach includes multiple approaches to treatment including cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, interpersonal therapy and acceptance & commitment therapy.
You can learn more about these services on the Services Page.,
Yes, I understand that your schedule may be busy or that you might need support urgently. That is why I offer telephone and online counseling, in addition to in-person sessions.
We can connect via Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams or FaceTime. My goal is to meet you where you are, whether virtually or face-to-face.
Yes, your treatment is strictly confidential. If you would like me to share information related to your treatment with a third party, you will need to provide written consent by filling out an Authorization to Disclose Information form.
However, please note that I am mandated by law to notify the appropriate authorities if there is a risk of harm to yourself or others.
The duration of treatment depends on your needs and the severity of the issues you wish to address. Generally speaking, some concerns can be resolved within a few sessions while others, such as PTSD and anger management therapy, may require longer-term support. I will be able to give a better recommendation after our initial assessment.
No preparation is needed and you don’t need to bring anything for the first session.
Sessions usually last between 45 to 50 minutes. I focus on providing meaningful support without keeping you in therapy longer than necessary.
Yes. Coming in with your significant other is not only encouraged in couples counseling in California. In certain treatments, I might ask you to come in with your significant other. This is more so in the treatment of PTSD and anger management.
It is normal to feel embarrassed or hesitant at the beginning of therapy. I strive to create a safe, judgement-free environment where you feel accepted and supported as we work together toward healing and growth.
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