anger management Classes in seattle?

Therapy that goes deeper than anger management classes

Anger Therapy vs. Anger classes

Anger is a normal human emotion that alerts us that something is being done to us that is threatening, unjust, or blocks our needs.

Feeling angry isn’t a problem by itself, and it doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. But anger can start to get in the way when:

  • It feels overwhelming, out of control, or just plain uncomfortable. Many people didn’t get the chance to learn healthy ways to deal with anger growing up—they were expected to swallow it or ignore it, which isn’t easy.

  • It shows up more often or stronger than we can handle. When anger gets to be too much, or starts to take over daily life, it might be a sign to look closer.

  • It makes communication with people close to us harder. Anger in relationships often covers up deeper pain or old wounds, and without understanding, this can create more arguments and distance instead of making things better.

  • It pushes us to act before we think—sometimes in ways we regret, or that hurt us or those around us, and can leave lasting marks.

Learn to take control of your anger—and express yourself with calm, clarity and confidence.

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Client Feedback

  • Dr. Bob helped me with managing my situations of frustration and anger. He is very experienced, professional, creative and his advice was very practical and helpful. Dr. Bob is authentic, very friendly and I enjoyed all our sessions. I can highly recommend him.

    — PK

  • Dr. Nemerovski was excellent. He helped me navigate some very serious emotional issues within our family. The outcomes were very effective in changing behavior in a very positive fashion. I also learned several tools or approaches on how to manage our family dynamics in a firm but positive manner that I continue to use. Dr. Bob could not have been more helpful, and I felt a strong sense of caring throughout our therapy. I highly recommend this professional. He is the best.

    — JK

  • Dr. Bob truly understood me as an individual, and I never felt as if I was just another client. He uses a balance of tremendous knowledge mixed with a calm and present personality. This great combination worked well for me. He is excellent at understanding men as a specialty, however given his broad experience in family, relationships, teens & children, career stress (to name a few) I would recommend him to anyone seeking impactful treatment.

    — MH

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Anger management classes vs. anger therapy

You may be searching for a quick online anger management class—and while these programs serve a purpose, let's be clear about what they offer. Anger management classes typically provide surface-level awareness: what anger is, common triggers, and a handful of basic coping strategies.

Anger classes last just a few hours, involve reading materials and easy-to-pass quizzes, and are designed primarily to satisfy court, employer, or school requirements.

Anger management classes can check a box, but they rarely create the deep, lasting transformation most people are really seeking.

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Anger therapy goes deeper.

Anger therapy is a personalized, in-depth process with a specially trained, highly experienced licensed therapist who works with you—not just at you.

Together, we'll explore what's really driving your anger, uncover old emotional patterns that keep you stuck, and develop new, healthier ways to respond.

Over time, anger management therapy reduces reactivity, builds genuine self-control, and restores your confidence and calm. This is where real, lasting change happens.

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So, what’s right for you?

ANGER MANAGEMENT CLASSES

If your goal is simply to complete a requirement or learn general tips through lectures and multiple-choice tests, anger management classes are probably the best place for you to start.

ONE-ON-ONE ANGER THERAPY

If you're ready to truly understand why you overheat, lose control, and say or do things you regret—and learn lasting anger management skills—you're in exactly the right place.

Are you ready to make positive changes with your anger, anxiety, and more?

I improve the lives of adults and couples struggling with anger management (as well as anxiety, ADHD, & depression) by using validated, effective therapy approaches along with a kind, personal approach. I specialize in therapy first-timers.

I’ve helped hundreds of clients in Seattle, the Peuget Sound, and all over Washington (and California) reduce their suffering & stress and find calm, joy, & vitality.

I specialize in men’s therapy, but I also work with older teens, young adults, millennials, middle aged folks, and older adults, and I welcome people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ethnic & cultural backgrounds.

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Anger Management FAQ’s

  • Psychotherapy, anger management, consultation, and coaching.

  • I offer online therapy in Seattle (all of Puget Sound and Washington State); San Francisco (and Marin County and all of California); and Denver (all of Colorado state). I have in-person services in the San Francisco/Marin County areas of California.

  • I am trained and experienced in several major, validated psychotherapy approaches (including CBT, Mindfulness Based Therapy, Psychodynamic/Analytic Therapies, and more). I integrate these and tailor my work with each client to best fit their needs and goals.

  • It absolutely depends on the person, the issues and goals, and other factors. I work with my clients anywhere from a few months to longer than a year, but never longer than they need.

  • In total, just shy of 20 years. 11+ as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and before that 8 as a trainee under the guidance and supervision of some of the wisest and most skilled psychologists in the county. I have advanced training and certificates in Anger Management, CBT, and other speciality areas.

  • Anger is a perfectly normal and useful emotion. However, it can be very uncomfortable and lead us to behave in ways that cause others–and eventually ourselves–unnecessary suffering and damage.

    I am honored to use my unique anger management training and skills to help people for whom anger has become a problem. We do this through developing behavioral and emotional self-awareness, understanding about triggers and underlying causes, and effective coping skills (aka “tools”) that can help them manage their anger reactions in more constructive ways.