About this Event
Take Control of Your Emotions and Transform Your Relationships
Are you tired of letting anger control your life? Ready to develop healthier ways to manage stress and communicate effectively? Join licensed mental health professional Michelle Gorden for this transformative 12-week anger management program.
What You'll Learn:
• Evidence-based techniques to recognize anger triggers before they escalate• Practical mindfulness and self-regulation strategies• Healthy communication skills for difficult conversations• Cognitive behavioral tools to reframe negative thought patterns• Stress management techniques you can use immediately
Who Should Attend:
This program is perfect for adults who want to:
- Improve their emotional regulation skills
- Strengthen personal and professional relationships
- Meet court-mandated requirements (certificates provided)
- Develop better conflict resolution abilities
- Create a more peaceful, balanced life
12-Week Course Overview
This evidence-based anger management program follows SAMHSA guidelines to help participants develop healthy coping strategies, enhance emotional regulation, and build stronger relationships through effective anger management techniques.
Week 1: Understanding Anger
Introduction to anger as a normal emotion and identifying personal triggers and warning signs
Week 2: The Physiology of Anger
How anger affects the brain and body; understanding fight, flight, or freeze responses
Week 3: Anger Triggers and Patterns
Understand personal trigger situations and exploring family and cultural influences on anger
Week 4: Cognitive Restructuring
Recognize the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; identifying negative thought patterns.
Week 5: Communication Skills
Assertive vs. aggressive communication and active listening techniques
Week 6: Stress Management and Relaxation
Progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing exercises
Week 7: Problem-Solving Skills
Systematic problem-solving approach and brainstorming solutions
Week 8: Empathy and Perspective-Taking
Understanding others' viewpoints and developing emotional intelligence
Week 9: Healthy Expression of Anger
Appropriate ways to express anger and time-out techniques
Week 10: Relationship Skills
Building and maintaining healthy relationships and setting appropriate boundaries
Week 11: Preventing Relapse
Identifying high-risk situations and developing coping strategies
Week 12: Moving Forward
Reviewing progress, celebrating success, and planning next steps
Program Features:
- Weekly 90-minute group sessions
- Evidence-based curriculum following SAMHSA standards
- Workbook and take-home materials included
- Small group format for personalized attention
- Led by Licensed Professional Counselor Michelle Gorden
- Certificate of completion provided
Investment in Your Future: This comprehensive program provides tools and strategies you'll use for life, helping you build healthier relationships and improve overall well-being.
Ready to transform your relationship with anger? Register today and take the first step toward a more balanced, peaceful life.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
IronWatch Security, 14100 Parke Long Court, Chantilly, United States
USD 480.00
