Anger Counseling for Adults and Children in Scottsdale

Have you or your child struggled to control anger, leading to tension, regret, or strained relationships?

Understanding Anger and Its Impact

Anger is a natural human emotion, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can disrupt relationships, health, and daily life.

For adults, unmanaged anger may show up as irritability, explosive outbursts, or resentment that damages personal and professional connections.

Likewise, children and teens may display defiance, aggression, or emotional withdrawal.

Therefore, recognizing early signs and seeking guidance is essential for preventing long-term emotional and behavioral challenges.

How Counseling Helps Adults Manage Anger

For adults, anger counseling offers a safe space to explore emotional triggers and develop healthier coping strategies.

As a result, many clients learn to communicate more effectively, de-escalate conflicts, and build stronger relationships.

Techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and stress reduction can reduce both the frequency and intensity of outbursts. In turn, these skills help restore balance and emotional well-being in everyday life.

Supporting Children and Teens with Anger

Children and teens often struggle to express frustration in healthy ways, leading to academic, social, and family difficulties. By engaging in counseling, young clients learn to identify triggers, label emotions, and practice self-regulation techniques.

Family involvement is often encouraged to ensure consistency between sessions and home life. Over time, improved emotional awareness can help young people build resilience, empathy, and problem-solving skills.

Building Healthy Communication and Coping Skills

Whether for adults or children, counseling emphasizes open communication and practical coping tools. In many cases, role-playing exercises, guided breathing, and journaling are incorporated to reinforce positive behavior changes.

Families often notice a reduction in conflict and an increase in understanding when everyone participates in learning these tools together. Ultimately, this collaborative approach strengthens relationships and emotional stability.

Taking the First Step Toward Change

Reaching out for help is a courageous first step toward managing anger effectively. Because every client is unique, counseling plans are tailored to meet specific needs and goals.

With consistent support, adults and children alike can learn to handle challenges with patience, understanding, and self-control. If anger has been affecting your life or your child’s, professional guidance can help you take back control.

We Offer Group Support For Anger

In addition to individual anger counseling, we also offer a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) group that supports emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and effective communication—three core skills that are especially helpful for those struggling with anger.

Our DBT group combines psychoeducation, skill-building, and real-time practice. It’s an ideal setting for individuals who want to gain tools while connecting with others who truly get it.

Group anger management therapy can offer:
• A safe space to learn with others who understand your struggle
• Feedback and encouragement from both peers and a trained group facilitator
• Evidence-based DBT skills that support anger control, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance
• Real-world tools and strategies you can take home and use right away
• Opportunities to practice communication and conflict resolution skills in real-time

Meet Stephanie Levitt, LPC, the founder of Pathways Counseling Services. Stephanie brings over 20 years of experience helping children and families navigate trauma, loss, and emotional healing. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and grief specialist, she is passionate about providing children with the tools they need to process loss in healthy, developmentally appropriate ways.

Her approach blends warmth, clinical expertise, and creative therapies tailored to each child’s needs. Stephanie also works closely with caregivers to ensure they feel supported and empowered throughout the healing process.

Learn more about Stephanie on Psychology Today.