Individual or Group Sessions?

Group or Individual Anger Management: Which Option Is Right for You?

Group anger management offers structured learning and the opportunity to hear different perspectives, while individual counselling provides more focused attention to your own circumstances. Some people choose one approach, while others use both at different stages.

When comparing group vs. individual anger management, there is no single option that is right for everyone. Your decision may depend on what brings you here, how comfortable you feel learning with others, your schedule, your budget, and the type of support you are looking for.

Both approaches can provide opportunities to learn more about anger, emotional responses, communication, boundaries, and relationship patterns. The purpose is not to promise a particular outcome, but to help you make an informed choice about where you would like to begin.

Some people choose to attend individual sessions first and then do the group, or vice versa. If a group does not start soon enough, some people will attend one individual session so that they can get started, and then join the group. We are here to facilitate you becoming more in charge, more intentional with your responses in every area of your life whichever route you take.

The bottom line is that those who put in more time and effort into their personal growth gain more, like learning anything else in life.

Individual anger management counselling

Individual sessions offer a private setting where the counsellor can focus more closely on your experiences, concerns, relationships, and goals.

This option may be helpful if you:

• want to explore personal or sensitive experiences in greater depth
• prefer one-to-one support
• are dealing with a specific conflict or relationship pattern
• would like more flexibility in scheduling
• are unsure whether a group is the right fit
• want support before joining a group

The work is collaborative and can be adapted to what is most relevant for you.

Group anger management sessions

Group sessions provide a structured opportunity to learn alongside other people who may be working through similar challenges.

Many participants find it helpful to hear different perspectives, recognize common patterns, and realize that they are not alone in struggling with anger, resentment, conflict, emotional overwhelm, or communication.

This option may be helpful if you:

• value learning through discussion and shared experience
• want a structured program
• would benefit from hearing how others understand and respond to anger
• are interested in practicing reflection and new skills in a group setting
• prefer a lower-cost option than an individual program

You are not expected to have the same experience as anyone else in the group. Each person brings their own history, relationships, and reasons for attending.

Can I attend both?

Yes. Some people begin with individual sessions and later join a group. Others complete a group first and then choose individual counselling to explore particular areas in more depth.

You may also decide to attend an individual session while waiting for the next group to begin.

There is no single route that is right for everyone. The aim is to help you choose the option that feels most appropriate for your circumstances.

Program Fees

Group program

The group program costs $725, including tax and the book.

Individual program

The individual program includes four 90-minute sessions at $280 per session, plus $32.25 for the book and $7.75 postage, for a total of $1,160, including tax.

Fees may vary depending on the counsellor.

Ongoing individual sessions

Ongoing one-to-one counselling is also available from $205 per hour, depending on the counsellor.

Please confirm current fees, availability, format, and program details before registering.

Not Sure Which Option Is Right for You?

You are welcome to contact us with questions about the group, individual counselling, scheduling, fees, or therapist fit.

Reaching out does not commit you to a program.