Pricing

Non-Members; $75
NYMHCA Members: $60

Continuing Education Credits

NYS LMHCs: 3.0 CE hours
NYS LMSWs and LCSWS:  3.0 CE hours
NYS LMFTs: 3.0 CE hours
NYS Licensed Psychologists: 3.0 Contact hours
NYS CASAC, CPP, CPS, CASAC-G, CPP-G, and CPGC renewal: 3.0 CE hours
NBCC Credit: 3.0 CE hours

(This is a LIVE VIRTUAL event. Access to a recording will not be available.)

Presenter
Joel Kouame, LCSW, MBA, CAMS-II

Anger is often seen as destructive in relationships, but it is actually a powerful signal of unmet needs and relational ruptures. This webinar will explore anger through the lens of attachment theory, neurobiology, and conflict resolution, providing clinicians with tools to help clients navigate anger constructively. Participants will learn how early attachment wounds shape adult anger responses, why anger can feel threatening, and how to reframe anger as an opportunity for relational repair. Using evidence-based strategies from CBT, somatic therapy, and the Gottman Method, clinicians will gain practical skills to help clients manage anger, repair ruptures, and foster deeper emotional connections. Through engaging lectures, real-life case analyses, and interactive discussions, this webinar will equip clinicians with actionable techniques to transform anger from a source of conflict into a pathway for connection and healing. Key Takeaways: - Understand the adaptive nature of anger and its roots in attachment theory - Explore the neurobiology of anger and its impact on conflict responses - Learn practical techniques to help clients manage anger and repair relational ruptures - Learn how to apply evidence-based interventions from CBT, somatic therapy, and the Gottman Method Who Should Attend: This webinar is ideal for mental health professionals looking to deepen their understanding of anger in relationships and gain effective tools for conflict resolution and emotional healing. Join us for this transformative session and learn how to turn relational ruptures into opportunities for repair and deeper connection!

Learning Objectives:

As a result of attending this course, learners will be able to:

1. Define anger from an adaptive and attachment-based perspective, highlighting its evolutionary and relational functions.

2. Explain the connection between early attachment wounds and adult anger patterns, describing the neurobiological mechanisms behind anger and threat perception.

3. Analyze different perspectives on anger expression, comparing adaptive and maladaptive patterns while identifying underlying attachment dynamics. 

4. Evaluate and implement practical strategies to help clients manage anger, repair relational ruptures, and foster emotional connection. 

About Joel Kouame

Joel Kouame, LCSW, MBA, CAMS-II, is a licensed psychotherapist, author, and the founder of JK Counseling, a remote group practice dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Specializing in anger management, trauma, depression, and anxiety. He integrates EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), IFS (Internal Family Systems), and the Gottman Method to help clients achieve meaningful, lasting change.
Beyond his clinical practice, Joel is an adjunct professor and writer, with a passion for exploring psychology, sociology, and social justice in both his teachings and published works. His expertise bridges research and real-world application, empowering individuals and couples to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity.

The NYMHCA Institute, Inc is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors (#MHC-0034).

The NYMHCA Institute, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists (#MFT-0118).

The NYMHCA Institute, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Workers as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed master social workers and licensed clinical social workers (#SW-0764).

The NYMHCA Institute, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists (#PSY-0252).

The NYMHCA Institute is an authorized Education and Training Provider of the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS). Training provided by The NYMHCA Institute is acceptable toward renewal credentialing for CASAC, CPP, CPS, CASAC-G, CPP-G, and CPGC credentials. (Certification Number 1431)

 The NYMHCA Institute, Inc. has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7407. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The NYMHCA Institute, Inc.is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.