Anger Management Program
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About the Program
The Anger Management Program at Pillars of Wellness provides structured, evidence-based support for individuals seeking to develop healthier emotional regulation, communication skills, and conflict resolution strategies. Our program empowers clients with emotional awareness, practical tools, and improved relationships—both personal and professional.
Whether you’re navigating court-ordered requirements, workplace conflicts, or personal relationship challenges, our trauma-informed clinicians provide a judgment-free environment where clients can learn evidence-based skills including CBT, mindfulness-based approaches, and anger management techniques that create lasting change.
Who This Program Supports
This program is ideal for adults (18+) who:
- Want to better manage anger, frustration, or emotional outbursts
- Have experienced conflict at work, home, or in relationships due to anger
- Are required to complete anger counseling by a court, legal system, or employer
- Are seeking practical skills for emotional regulation and healthier communication
Suitable for:
- Individuals
- Small groups (up to 8 participants)
- Staff teams through organizational partnerships
What You Can Expect
The Anger Management Program provides structured, skills-based support delivered in a culturally inclusive, trauma-informed, judgment-free environment.
Each session includes:
- A grounding or mindfulness warm-up
- Psychoeducation on the week’s topic
- Guided open discussion
- Coping tools clients can use immediately
- Optional worksheets/resources
Group Program Format
Session Length: 60 minutes
Delivery Method: Virtual (Telehealth) & In-person
Frequency: Weekly
Group Option: Up to 8 participants
Staff Access: Offered to agency partners
8-Week Curriculum
Session 1: Understanding Anger — Explore what anger is, short-term payoffs vs. long-term consequences
Session 2: How We Respond to Anger — Identify triggers and understand reactive habits
Session 3: Anger Control Plans — Develop personalized strategies and calming tools
Session 4: The Aggression Cycle — Learn the three-phase aggression cycle and progressive muscle relaxation
Session 5: Cognitive Restructuring — Explore how thoughts influence emotions using the A-B-C-D Model
Session 6: Assertiveness Training — Differentiate communication styles and build assertiveness skills
Session 7: Conflict Resolution Model — Learn step-by-step techniques for solving problems
Session 8: Anger and the Family — Examine family dynamics and identify healthier responses
Prefer Individual Support?
We also offer individualized anger management counseling for a more private or tailored experience.
Available via: Telehealth or In-Person
Locations: Schererville, Valparaiso, Hobart, Merrillville
Flexible Frequency: Weekly, biweekly, or monthly
Tailored to: Personal triggers, history, and goals
Documentation: Available for court, employer, or personal use
All care is delivered in a culturally inclusive, trauma-informed, judgment-free environment.
Program Impact
Structured anger management programs have been shown to significantly improve emotional regulation, reduce aggressive behaviors, and enhance interpersonal functioning.
Participation in structured anger management programs is associated with a 30–50% reduction in aggressive behaviors, helping individuals respond to conflict more constructively.
Clients report significant improvement in emotional regulation, coping skills, and stress management following completion of evidence-based anger management interventions.
Justice-involved individuals who complete programs with cognitive-behavioral components show 20–40% lower recidivism rates, demonstrating the long-term effectiveness of structured support.
Family and couple-based anger interventions report enhanced interpersonal functioning and communication skills, strengthening relationships and reducing conflict.
Client Testimonials
“The Anger Management Program gave me tools I didn’t know I needed. I feel more in control and my relationships have improved significantly.”
— Program Participant
Meet Our Lead Clinician
Lead Clinician: Katelyn Kapelinski, LMHC
Our clinicians are licensed, trauma-informed, and trained in protocols such as CBT, mindfulness-based approaches, and evidence-based anger management techniques. Katelyn specializes in anger management and emotional regulation strategies.
Pillars of Wellness is a community-based mental health organization providing therapy, education, and specialty programs across Indiana and surrounding regions.
Partnership Information
Anger Management Services would love to partner with you. The following are some examples of what we offer, but services are not limited to this:
- Easy referrals and coordinated care
- Provider-to-provider consultation (with consent)
- Educational workshops on anger management, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution
- Support for integrating behavioral health programs into workplace or organizational wellness initiatives
Applicant Information
Interested in working for Pillars in this program?
As part of this Center of Excellence, clinicians have the opportunity to:
- Receive training in a specific anger-management model
- Learn and teach evidence-based skills (emotional regulation, distress tolerance, cognitive restructuring)
- Develop specialty expertise and/or lead groups independently
- Collaborate with program-aligned clinicians
- Receive mentorship, supervision, or leadership opportunities
- Help shape future programming and community outreach
- Grow clinically while contributing to innovation and excellence
Whether you’re early in your career or expanding your expertise, Pillars is committed to helping you thrive.
Visit our Join Our Team page to explore current opportunities.
Program-Related Continuing Education Courses
These courses are excellent resources for counselors hoping to advance their skillset in specific interest areas. Click here to view all our continuing education courses.
Change Starts Here
Managing anger is a skill that can be learned, and you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re navigating court requirements, workplace challenges, or personal relationships, our experienced clinicians are here to support you with practical tools and compassionate care.