Anger Management

Dive into the heart of emotional mastery with online counselling, focused on enhancing emotional regulation. Recognizing the pivotal role that managing emotions plays in enriching personal relationships, work environments, and overall quality of life, we specialize in guiding clients through the complexities of anger management and beyond. Our tailored approach equips you with the necessary tools and insights to identify early signs of overwhelming emotions, understand their origins, and adopt healthier expression and coping mechanisms. Through a blend of mindfulness practices, cognitive restructuring, and refined communication skills, we offer personalized strategies designed to empower you with control and wisdom over your emotional landscape.

Navigate through the challenges of interpersonal conflicts with our specialized support in conflict resolution. Particularly for those dealing with anger management issues, unresolved emotions can escalate into conflicts that strain personal and professional relationships. Our online counselling services are tailored to provide you with effective strategies for managing disputes, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and mutual understanding. By exploring techniques for de-escalation, constructive expression of emotions, and empathy towards different viewpoints, we aim to equip you with the tools necessary for transforming potential conflicts into opportunities for strengthening relationships and fostering growth.

Embrace the transformative power of non-violent communication (NVC) with online counselling, designed to teach you the art of expressing needs and feelings without succumbing to anger. Recognizing that anger often obstructs meaningful dialogue and damages relationships, we introduce NVC as a strategic approach to enhance your communication skills. Through NVC, we support you in uncovering your true needs, expressing your emotions clearly, and engaging in empathetic listening. This technique not only facilitates the resolution of conflicts in a peaceful manner but also enriches your interactions by promoting a deeper connection and mutual respect. Our goal is to empower you with effective communication tools that minimize misunderstanding and conflict, paving the way for stronger, more understanding relationships. Let us guide you towards transforming your communication habits, creating a foundation of harmony and respect in all your interactions.

Discover the power of presence with our mindfulness techniques, an integral part of our anger management offerings. Mindfulness invites you to stay grounded in the present moment, significantly reducing the impulse to react with anger. This practice enhances self-awareness, allowing you to recognize the early signs of anger and intervene before they escalate. Our online counselling sessions guide you through various mindfulness exercises, including deep breathing, meditation, and body awareness techniques, all aimed at promoting relaxation and emotional control. By incorporating mindfulness into your daily life, you'll learn to navigate stressful situations with greater clarity and composure, leading to a transformative shift in how you experience and express anger.

Begin your journey to understanding and managing anger with our comprehensive anger assessment service. Recognizing that anger often masks deeper underlying issues, we dedicate ourselves to uncovering the personal, psychological, and situational factors that fuel your anger. Through a detailed evaluation, we aim to pinpoint the specific triggers, habitual patterns, and behaviors that intensify your anger, allowing us to customize our counselling approach to meet your individual needs. This essential step ensures our support extends beyond mere symptom management, targeting the root causes of your anger for more effective and lasting change.

Step into an online counselling experience designed uniquely for you with our customized treatment plan approach. Tailored to meet the individual complexities of each client's relationship with anger, our services aim to provide personalized care that addresses the distinct sources and expressions of anger you face. By collaborating with you, we craft a plan that may integrate various therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness exercises, empathy training, and strategies aimed at enhancing emotional regulation and resolving conflicts effectively. Our commitment is to deliver a bespoke counselling journey that targets the underlying causes of your anger, arms you with practical coping skills, and fosters meaningful and lasting change in your life.

Dive into the transformative potential of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with our specialized counselling services aimed at addressing anger management challenges. CBT stands out for its effectiveness in making the critical connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, especially those fueling anger. Our approach involves identifying negative thought patterns that trigger anger responses and implementing strategies to alter these patterns. Through CBT, clients gain practical skills for anger management, including relaxation techniques, problem-solving methods, and enhanced communication skills. This structured therapeutic approach guides clients towards a deeper understanding of their anger, equipping them with the tools for more constructive responses and fostering healthier relationships and emotional well-being.

Dive into the collective healing experience offered by our group therapy sessions, specifically designed for individuals navigating the complexities of anger management. This format brings together clients who share similar struggles, creating a space of mutual understanding and support. Under the guidance of our skilled therapists, group sessions foster an environment where participants can openly share their experiences, learn from one another, and collectively explore effective strategies for managing anger. The communal nature of these sessions encourages empathy, offers diverse perspectives, and reinforces the understanding that you are not alone in your journey. By engaging with others facing comparable challenges, you gain the opportunity to witness a variety of coping mechanisms and emotional insights, enriching your own path to managing anger in more constructive ways.

Integrate a holistic approach to anger management with our focused stress management counselling services. Acknowledging the intricate connection between stress and anger, we emphasize the importance of effectively managing stress as a key component in reducing anger and enhancing overall emotional health. Our comprehensive treatment plans delve into the roots of both stress and anger, offering personalized strategies for navigating life's stressors more calmly. Incorporating mindfulness practices, relaxation techniques, and cognitive-behavioral approaches, we equip you with the resilience and skills necessary to face stress with balance and poise. In our supportive online counselling environment, explore and understand your triggers and emotional reactions, developing enduring strategies for peace and emotional stability.

Embark on a journey of transformation with our counselling services, where managing anger becomes a gateway to personal growth. Beyond the immediate goal of anger control lies a rich landscape of self-awareness and emotional intelligence waiting to be explored. Our program offers a profound opportunity to delve into the root causes of anger, uncover emotional triggers, and cultivate healthier expression methods. This exploration not only enhances your ability to navigate emotions but also paves the way for significant personal development, enriched relationships, and a more satisfying life. We're committed to providing you with the strategies and insights needed for ongoing self-improvement, empowering you to build resilience and deepen your emotional understanding.

Transform your response to anger with online counselling services, dedicated to fostering healthy coping mechanisms. We advocate for turning away from aggressive reactions in favor of constructive behaviors that nurture your personal and professional life. Recognizing the toll that unchecked anger can take, we aim to empower you with the knowledge to identify what sparks your anger and equip you with effective strategies for positive change. Through assertive communication, honed problem-solving abilities, and emotional regulation techniques, we guide you towards a toolkit of healthier responses. Our ultimate goal is to enable you to approach life's challenges with a sense of calm and clarity, enhancing resilience and ensuring a more peaceful and balanced existence.

Deepen your understanding and enhance your relationships through our empathy training program. Designed as a core element of our anger management services, this training is pivotal in helping you grasp and value the perspectives of others, thereby reducing instances of conflict and frustration. Cultivating empathy enables a more sensitive and considerate response to various situations, enriching communication and fortifying bonds with those around you. Our focused approach includes honing active listening skills, boosting emotional intelligence, and fostering an ability to acknowledge and appreciate different viewpoints. Embrace this journey towards adopting an empathetic mindset, which not only mitigates feelings of anger and aggression but also paves the way for more meaningful and compassionate interactions.

Payments
Payment for private counselling is not covered under Alberta Health Care. However, most benefit plans provide coverage for therapy under Psychological Services. 

ACS service fees are guided by the Recommended Fee Schedule endorsed by the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta, which can be viewed here. Rates listed are effective as of January 1st, 2023 and are subject to change. Our administrative staff will confirm the fee schedule when you contact us.

We recommend couples and family counselling sessions are 1.5 hours in length.

Telephone consultations with clients, parents, teachers, and physicians will be charged in 15 minute increments of the therapist's hourly rate.

Formal reporting requests by clients or 3rd parties (e.g., insurance companies, lawyers) will be billed according to our fee schedule.

Please note that the fees for some of our specialized therapies may be different. We will discuss them prior to your session.

We are happy to take payment in the following forms:

• Credit Card (VISA, Mastercard, American Express)
• Internet Bank Transfer
• Direct Deposit

Third Party Billing
In some cases, our fees may be covered through and billed directly to a third party payors. In the past, we have worked with legal firms, Section B, and community not-for-profit organizations. Prior to an appointment being booked under this arrangement, the ACS accounting department will contact the third-party payor to confirm billing procedures.

Insurance
Employer Health Benefit (EHB) and Personal Health Benefit (PHB) insurance plan providers often cover mental health services. Plans provide a fixed dollar amount for services, a pooled account for "paramedical services" including psychology, or a coverage based on a percentage. You can find your specific coverage in your online account, benefits book, or by contacting your human resources department or plan provider. Some plans provide a Health Spending Account that gives the employee flexibility to cover the services they need individually.

Not every insurance plan offers direct billing and not every plan covers every type of mental health therapist, so it's important to confirm your coverage before you schedule an appointment.

Questions to ask your insurance provider are:

1. What types of clinicians (e.g. Registered Psychologists, Registered Provisional Psychologists, Canadian Certified Counsellors) do I have coverage for?
2. Does my plan offer direct billing for all clinicians?
3. Is there a maximum coverage amount (per year/lifetime)? If so, what is it?
4. When does my insurance coverage 'roll-over' or 'renew'?

Please note that only your insurance company can provide this information to you. As a service provider, we are unable to request your plan's details.

You are responsible to pay any outstanding balance that is not covered by your insurance plan.

We do all assessments and therapy sessions using video chat software, screen sharing, and remote administrational of psychological questionnaires. We follow provincial and federal legislation regarding privacy and security, and we continue to update our knowledge.

While some people prefer the experience of being in the room with the therapist during traditional in-person therapy, our clients find there are distinct advantages to online therapy.

• Accessibility: Clients with limited mobility often struggle to arrange transportation to and from their home or to navigate professional buildings that often have difficult parking and building design. Online therapy eliminates this physical and financial cost.
• Convenience: Couples seeking therapy have the added challenge to schedule sessions around two busy schedules. With online therapy, they can attend sessions even if they are in different postal codes due to work-related travel. Additionally, sessions are more easy to access when emergencies arise, even if you are not near your therapist's office.
• Economy: Scheduling therapy means budgeting the expense and time to travel to and from the location. It also can mean arranging childcare and the related travel time. Online therapy eliminates some if not all of these considerations.
• Familiarity: It is often easier to open up about difficult subject when you are more comfortable. With online therapy, you can literally attend with all the comforts of home.
• Privacy: Sometimes it is hard to discuss problems in a relationship when the person is sitting beside you. Couples therapy and Family therapy can often benefit from a little physical distance during a difficult conversation.
• Safety: Commuting is no longer a hindrance to therapy during bad weather. Icy roads and snowstorms will not cause traffic delays and won't create the backlog of appointments during the day.

• Go to our online booking page.
• Choose your service, therapist, date & time.
• Input your credit or debit card to secure booking slot.
• Send insurance details to admin@auschratcounselling.ca.
• We will send intake forms to complete before your session.
• We will call via phone or video call at session time.
• Straightforward & clear communication.
• Relax in your space & chat with your therapist.