Managing Anger

Anger is often a natural response when the core aspects of our identity are challenged or devalued. Anger can feel complex and powerful when one is dismissed, misunderstood, or othered. 

For many, identities don’t exist in isolation; they intersect in unique and complex ways that shape our experiences in the world. Through psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy, we’ll work together to explore how the multiple layers of your identity influence your emotional landscape. When your identities expose you to feel emotionally unsafe, the resulting anger can feel overwhelming, as it touches every part of who you are. Our therapeutic work will focus on bringing awareness to these intertwined aspects of your identity and understanding the roots of the anger, leading to a source of insight. 

Together, we will focus on identifying how your experiences, both past and present, have shaped your emotional reactions. We’ll look at how societal pressures, personal relationships, and internalized messages have contributed to feelings of rage, helping you make sense of why this anger exists and how it relates to your broader sense of identity. 

By diving deeper into these underlying influences, we aim to uncover the hidden patterns that keep this anger alive. This is not just about venting or suppressing your emotions; it’s about embracing this anger as a guide to understanding your deeper needs and their meaning. Together, we’ll create a space where we can safely process the pain and disappointment tied to experiences of feeling different.

In our work together, we will navigate the complex landscape of your identity with greater clarity, and help you gently hold your anger with compassion and self-acceptance. By understanding the sources of your emotions, we’ll work to develop healthier ways to express them, fostering resilience, self-empowerment, and a greater sense of self that honors all the facets of who you are.