Learn to Understand Your Anger & Respond with Confidence
A skills-based, virtual workshop designed to help you build healthier communication, manage stress, and develop lasting emotional regulation tools.
ANGER MANAGEMENT GROUP WORKSHOP
This workshop isn't about suppressing your anger or pretending it doesn't exist.
It's about understanding what's underneath your anger and learning healthier ways to express and channel this powerful emotion.
Anger often signals that something important to you has been threatened or violated. When you learn to listen to that signal instead of being controlled by it, you can actually strengthen your relationships and self-awareness. Our Anger Management Workshop is a structured, psychoeducational program led by Nadra Rachell, ACSW, a Certified Anger Management Specialist, that gives you practical tools in a supportive group setting.
This is separate from our individual anger management therapy services. While therapy dives into the personal roots of anger through ongoing therapeutic work, this workshop focuses on building concrete skills in a structured group format that you can apply immediately in your daily life.
Workshop Details
OUR PROGRAM
Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays at 5:00 PM PST
Format: Virtual (via secure video platform, accessible anywhere in California)
Duration: 26 sessions, open enrollment (join anytime)
Group Size: 6-10 participants for personalized support and meaningful group dynamics
Investment:
Intake Session: $70
Group Sessions: $30 each
Optional One-on-One Coaching: $125 per session (with pre-licensed clinician)
Court-Approved: Yes. Our program meets court-mandated anger management requirements while focusing on genuine skill development and personal growth.
Workshop Facilitator
Nadra Rachell, ASW is an Associate Clinical Social Worker and Certified Anger Management Specialist with over a decade of experience in trauma-informed care and supporting marginalized communities. She brings a warm, direct approach to the workshop, creating a space where participants feel both challenged and supported.
Nadra understands that anger doesn't exist in a vacuum. Her approach considers the full picture: the stress you carry, the experiences that shaped you, and the systems you navigate every day. She's committed to helping you develop tools that work for your real life, not just theory that sounds good in a classroom.
What You'll Learn
✔ Cognitive-Behavioral Strategies
Identify and change the thought patterns that fuel anger. Learn to recognize the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so you can interrupt the cycle before it escalates.
✔ Assertive Communication
Learn to express your needs clearly and directly without crossing the line into aggression or hostility. Build the skills to advocate for yourself while maintaining respect for others.
✔ Mindfulness & Stress Management
Develop relaxation techniques and mindfulness practices that help you manage physical arousal and reduce the chronic stress that often feeds angry reactions.
✔ Trigger Identification & Coping Strategies
Map out your personal anger triggers and develop a customized toolkit of coping strategies that work for your specific situations, whether at home, at work, or in your relationships.
✔ Conflict Resolution
Practice resolving disagreements in both personal and professional settings. Learn to navigate difficult conversations without damaging your connections.
Ready to take the first step?
Enrollment is open year-round. Join anytime.
Who Should Join
This workshop is designed for anyone who wants to build a healthier relationship with anger. You don't need to have an "anger problem" to benefit from these skills.
Our culturally responsive program welcomes everyone, including BIPOC communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans and service members, and anyone seeking structured emotional support in a space where they feel seen and respected.
This workshop is a great fit for:
Individuals experiencing explosive anger episodes or chronic irritability
People navigating workplace conflicts or professional tensions
Those dealing with relationship difficulties connected to anger or communication
Court-mandated participants who want to meet legal requirements while gaining skills that actually help
Anyone experiencing stress-related anger or feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions
People who want better communication skills and healthier ways to set boundaries
KEY BENEFITS
How You Can Benefit From This Workshop
Improved Relationships
Learn to express frustration and needs without damaging your connections with the people who matter most to you.
Professional Success
Navigate workplace conflicts more effectively and maintain the professional relationships that support your career goals.
Better Communication
Develop assertiveness skills that help you advocate for yourself without aggression, passive-aggression, or shutting down.
Emotional Regulation
Build the capacity to manage intense emotions and respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively in high-pressure moments.
Stress Reduction
Address the underlying stress and tension that often fuel angry outbursts, so you're not constantly operating at a simmer.
Community Connection
Experience the support of learning alongside others who understand similar challenges, in a group small enough to feel personal.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all. Many people benefit from anger management skills, whether they're dealing with occasional frustration, workplace stress, or relationship tensions. This workshop is about building emotional intelligence and communication skills that serve you in every area of life.
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Yes. Our program meets court-ordered anger management requirements while focusing on genuine skill development and personal growth. We provide documentation of attendance and completion.
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Our workshop uses an open enrollment format, which means you can join at any point in the 26-session cycle. Each session covers a standalone topic, so you won't feel lost jumping in.
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We understand that groups aren't for everyone right away. You can start with optional one-on-one coaching sessions to build confidence before joining the group. We also offer individual anger management therapy as an alternative.
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The workshop is currently offered virtually via secure video, making it accessible from anywhere in California. You'll need a device with a camera, reliable internet, and a private space to participate.
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Our therapy services provide individualized, ongoing therapeutic support tailored to your personal history and goals. This workshop is a structured group program focused on teaching practical skills and techniques. Many people benefit from both, and we're happy to help you determine which approach (or combination) is right for you.
Ready to build a healthier relationship with your anger?
You already took the hardest step by looking for support!
