If anger is affecting your ability to thrive in your daily life, a psychologist can help. Anger will be explored as a normal emotion that has become dysfunctional and harmful when expressed. Psychologists are highly trained and qualified professionals skilled in helping people with a range of mental health concerns, including problem anger and other conditions that affect your anger such as anxiety, depression or substance use. A psychologist can help you manage your anger using techniques based on the best available research.
If you are referred to a psychologist by your GP, you might be eligible for a Medicare rebate. You may also be eligible to receive psychology services via telehealth so that you do not need to travel to see a psychologist. Ask your psychologist or GP for details.
There are number of ways to access a psychologist. You can:
- use the Australia-wide Find A Psychologist Service or call 1800 333 497
- ask your GP or another health professional to refer you.