For more than two decades, nonprofit leader Rose Padilla Johnson has overseen health, early education, and life skills programming for low-income families and individuals as the CEO of San Leandro’s Davis Street Community Center. Over the course of Rose Padilla Johnson’s tenure, the center has expanded its programs to address numerous relevant community issues. Its primary care facility offers a 12-week anger management program that accepts San Leandro residents regardless of their immigration status or ability to pay.
Anger is a normal, healthy response to disappointing situations or feelings of betrayal. However, people who frequently express anger over minor occurrences or react violently or aggressively toward others may need therapeutic support to better handle their emotions. Intensive anger management programs, especially those lasting eight weeks or longer, are effective for reducing violent outbursts and promoting healthier behavior patterns.
While there are many different types of anger management programs, a commonly used therapeutic approach is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy. Participants are encouraged to examine and recognize their thoughts, notice situations or people that trigger their anger, and to employ stress-reduction and communication techniques to work through problems in a more constructive manner.
