This course is based in part on Counselor Toolbox Podcast Episodes  067 & 068 Anger Management Parts 1 & 2 and 79 Assertiveness Skills

Contact Hours: 10

Objectives 

Explore the function of anger 
Identify the costs and benefits of anger 
Identify anger triggers 

• Rejection/Isolation
• Failure
• Loss of control
• The unknown

Explore multiple skills necessary for Anger Management:

• Mindful self-awareness
• Distress tolerance
• Values clarification/Goal setting
• Motivational enhancement skills
• Cognitive behavioral skills
• Cognitive processing skills
• Communication skills
• Compassion focused skills
• Self-esteem building skills
• Wellness skills (Vulnerability identification and prevention)