Men's Anger Resolution Solutions (MARS)

Chandler Consulting Inc., is proud to offer a program designed to specifically address the needs of men who find it difficult to express anger.

Anger gone wrong all to often leads to words and choices we regret, damaged relationships, and a desire to erase what we've done. Some men respond to this havoc by locking anger inside themselves, while others continue with the cycle of uncontrolled anger and regret. The focus of this program is to assist men in observing and understanding their anger, learning new skills and practicing new responses.

The ten 2 - hour sessions held weekly will cover topics oriented towards developing strategies for managing anger that work for men. Each session will provide information on a specific topic and will also allow each participant time for topic discussion and processing of thoughts and feelings. Graduated homework assignments allow participants to apply their newly acquired skills in their day-to-day living experiences. Men attending this support program will find the freedom and safety to explore their previous anger management styles, and develop healthier strategies.

Topics to be covered:

• What is Anger? Family Legacies
• What are Emotions? On Being a Man
• Listening Skills
• Thoughts and Core Beliefs
• Aggression and Abuse - Signs of Anger
• Managing Anger - React vs Respond, Anger Log
• Managing Anger - Identifying and Changing Cycles
• New Ways to Resolve Conflict & Coping Strategies
• Relapse Prevention Plans & High Risk Situations
• Knowing my SELF

Who can benefit?

Men . . .

• who were raised in an environment with unhealthy anger
• who have experienced unfulfilling relationships, past and present, due to problems with emotional expression
• who have difficulties related to inappropriate anger (too much or too little)
• who may be involved with the justice system as a result of their anger

Leader:

This program is facilitated by Ron Peterson, whom has become an integral part of the Chandler Consulting Inc. team. Ron is qualified as an Addictions Counsellor, as well as trained and highly skilled in working in other areas of personal development. Ron takes a special interest in working with men's groups, in particular men's anger and other emotional issues. He offers above average group therapist skills and is a dynamic counselor/educator. Over the past nineteen years Ron has assisted individuals in resolving personal, relationship and family problems.

Program Fees: $269/person for 10 weeks

2008 Program Start Dates - Thursday evenings, April 24 - September 25

Location: Chandler Consulting Counselling Group Room, Abacus Building, #3, Lower Level, 4814 Ross Street, Red Deer

Registration: Phone (403) 343-6869 or email info@chandlerconsulting.net