by Christine Lawler LMFT | Mar 11, 2026
Anger is a normal human emotion. It’s not a character flaw, and it doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. In many ways, anger is protective; it alerts us to injustice, boundary violations, disappointment, or feeling unheard. Anger itself is different from aggression. Anger is the internal emotional signal, and aggression is how that anger gets expressed. When anger turns into yelling, shutting down, saying things you regret, breaking trust, or creating tension at home or at work, it can start to feel out of control. Maybe you’ve noticed blowups that escalate faster than you intended. Maybe you calm down later and feel embarrassed, guilty, or confused about why it happened. Therapy for anger management provides a structured, effective way to understand what’s happening beneath the surface, build real regulation skills, and respond differently, without suppressing your emotions or pretending they aren’t there.
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by Christine Lawler LMFT | Aug 28, 2025
Anger is a perfectly normal emotion. In fact, it can even be useful. It lets us know when something feels unfair, unsafe, or just plain wrong. The issue comes when anger takes the driver’s seat and we’re left reacting in ways that we later regret. Snapping at your partner, yelling at the kids, or sending that email a little too quickly… sound familiar?
The good news: anger doesn’t have to control you. Like any other emotion, it’s something you can learn to notice, understand, and manage in healthier ways. That’s where anger management exercises come in. Think of it as tools for your emotional toolbox- strategies that you can pull out in the moment to keep your cool.
Let’s talk about seven anger management exercises that actually work in everyday life. Keep reading to learn more.
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by Christine Lawler LMFT | Mar 19, 2025
Have you ever felt like even the smallest things set you off? From minor inconveniences to major life changes, it may seem like everything- work, relationships, responsibilities, and even social interactions- leaves you feeling drained and overwhelmed. If you find yourself thinking, “Why does everything stress me out?” you’re not alone. Many people experience heightened sensitivity to stress, or your stress may even be linked to depression or anxiety. Understanding why you get worried or stressed over little things is the first step toward finding relief.
Keep reading to learn more.
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by Christine Lawler LMFT | Oct 16, 2024
During the teenage years, life can feel particularly overwhelming and confusing. Teens are faced with changes in hormones, new social pressures, peer pressure, academic pressures, and the process of figuring out their personal identity.
During these emotional, formative years, it makes sense that anger could often build up and bubble over. The prefrontal cortex is simple not fully developed in teenagers, making it harder to process emotions effectively. However, when it gets serious and is left unmanaged, it can lead to damaged relationships, harmful behaviors, and even long term emotional and physical problems.
In this post, we’ll explore anger management for teens and how you can help.
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by Christine Lawler LMFT | Sep 19, 2024
Ah, the blissful teenage years. You remember being one, don’t you? It’s time full of identity crisis, emotional rollercoasters, physical and physiological changes.
For some, raising teenagers can be one of the more challenging phases of parenthood. Since adolescents go through so many changes at this time, it’s not uncommon to feel like your child is “acting out” as they navigate their shifting identity and growing independence.
By understanding the root causes of your teen’s behavior and employing thoughtful strategies, you can better support your teen through this turbulent time. Keep reading to learn a few tips.
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