Anger management in Georgia
Anger Management in Georgia: Taking Control of Your Emotions
Find the cause · Treat what fuels it · Telehealth across Georgia
Anger is a normal, healthy human emotion. But when it gets out of control and turns destructive, it can cause problems at work, in your relationships and in your overall quality of life. If you often lose your temper, feel constantly irritated or express anger in ways that hurt yourself or others, it may be time to get professional help.
At TheAdvancedMed, we provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for anger management for people across Georgia, by secure telehealth or in person at our McDonough clinic.
Quick answer
How Is Anger Management Treated in Georgia?
Anger management care starts with finding what drives the anger. Problem anger is often linked to depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma or intermittent explosive disorder. At TheAdvancedMed, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner evaluates these causes, treats them with medication when it helps, and works with a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) therapist so you can learn your triggers and build healthier coping skills.
At a glance
Who we treat
Adults; ask our team about teens
Where
1725 Pennsylvania Avenue, McDonough, GA 30253, or telehealth anywhere in Georgia
Hours
Mon–Thu 9 am–9 pm · Fri–Sun 8 am–6 pm (Eastern Time)
Insurance
Major plans accepted, plus self-pay
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Signs & symptoms
Signs Your Anger May Need Professional Help
Anger issues are often a symptom of an underlying mental health condition, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or intermittent explosive disorder. Common signs include:
Outbursts that are out of proportion to the situation
Physical aggression or breaking things
Yelling, verbal abuse or threats
Passive-aggressive behavior
Internalized anger that shows up as headaches, tension or stomach problems
Frequent conflict in relationships
Problems at work, school or with the law because of angry outbursts
Feeling guilty or ashamed after an outburst
Constant irritability or feeling “on edge”
Our approach
Our Approach to Anger Management
Treating the conditions underneath the anger is often the first step to managing it well.
Comprehensive assessment
We look for underlying conditions that may be fueling your anger, such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma or substance use.
Medication when it helps
We prescribe and carefully manage FDA-approved medications such as SSRIs, mood stabilizers or other options, tailoring the choice and dose to your needs.
Therapy collaboration
We strongly encourage and work closely with your CBT therapist, so you can identify triggers, challenge negative thought patterns and build healthy coping skills.
Follow-up and adjustment
Regular follow-ups, most of them by telehealth, check how you are doing, track side effects and adjust the plan as you improve.
Telehealth
Telehealth Anger Management Care in Georgia
Our secure telehealth platform lets you get expert psychiatric care from the comfort and privacy of your home, anywhere in Georgia. This is especially helpful if traveling or sitting in waiting rooms feels stressful or triggering.
- Private video visits from home
- Evening appointments until 9 pm Monday to Thursday
- Weekend visits Friday to Sunday, 8 am to 6 pm
- Screening for depression, anxiety, ADHD and trauma
- In-person visits available in McDonough
Insurance & payment: We accept major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Ambetter Peach State and Kaiser Permanente, as well as self-pay. Telehealth visits are covered by many plans. Our team checks your benefits before your first visit. See insurance and payment.
Related care: depression treatment, anxiety treatment, ADHD treatment and bipolar disorder treatment.
Patients we see online across Georgia
- McDonough
- Stockbridge
- Locust Grove
- Hampton
- Jonesboro
- Griffin
- Atlanta
- Decatur
- Macon
- Savannah
- Augusta
- Columbus
FAQ
Anger Management FAQs
Straight answers to the questions patients ask us most.
Will medication make me a zombie?
No. The goal of medication is not to numb your emotions but to help you regulate them more effectively. We carefully monitor your response so you feel balanced and in control.
Can I learn to never get angry?
The goal of anger management is not to eliminate anger, which is a normal human emotion. The goal is to express anger in healthy, constructive ways rather than destructive ones.
What causes anger problems?
Anger problems often grow out of stress, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, substance use or poor sleep. Finding and treating the cause is a key part of care.
Is there medication for anger?
There is no medicine made only for anger, but treating an underlying condition, for example with an SSRI for depression or anxiety or a mood stabilizer for bipolar disorder, often reduces irritability and outbursts.
Do you provide anger management classes or counseling?
We provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management, and we work closely with CBT therapists. If you need therapy or a court-approved class, ask our team about referral options.
Can I get anger management help by telehealth?
Yes. You can have your evaluation and follow-up visits by secure video from anywhere in Georgia, or come to our McDonough office.
Take the first step
Take the First Step Toward Control Today
You do not have to let anger control your life. Book an evaluation in McDonough or by telehealth across Georgia.
Mon–Thu 9 am–9 pm · Fri–Sun 8 am–6 pm · 1725 Pennsylvania Avenue, McDonough, GA 30253
Crisis: TheAdvancedMed is not an emergency service. If you are thinking about suicide or are in crisis, call or text 988, call the Georgia Crisis & Access Line at 1-800-715-4225, or call 911.
Disclaimer: This page is for general information and does not replace medical advice. Diagnosis and treatment depend on an individual evaluation, and results vary.
Sources: American Psychological Association, Controlling Anger Before It Controls You; American Psychiatric Association, DSM-5-TR (intermittent explosive disorder); National Institute of Mental Health.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Onyebuchi Nwaokolo, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C · Last reviewed: November 2026