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What Are The 3 Types Of Anger

Home › Blog › What Are The 3 Types of Anger? What Are The 3 Types of Anger? By Curio Counselling Clinical Team • Updated February 2026 • 12 min read Key Takeaway: Psychologists identify three primary types of anger expression — aggressive , passive , and assertive . Understanding which pattern you default to is the first step toward healthier emotional regulation. Only assertive anger consistently leads to productive outcomes in relationships and personal well-being. In This Article ▶ Why Understanding Your Anger Type Matters ▶ Type 1: Aggressive Anger ▶ Type 2: Passive Anger ▶ Type 3: Assertive Anger ▶ Comparing All 3 Types at a Glance ▶ How to Identify Your Anger Type ▶ Evidence-Based Strategies for Each Type ▶ When to Seek Professional Help ▶ FAQ Anger is one of the most fundamental human emotions. Everyone experiences it. The critical difference between people who thrive and those who struggle isn’t whether they feel angry — it’s how they express...
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Valentine’s Day and Couples Happiness: What the Research Actually Says

The post Valentine’s Day and Couples Happiness: What the Research Actually Says appeared first on Curio Counselling . from Curio Counselling https://curiocounselling.ca/valentines-day-and-couples-happiness-what-the-research-actually-says/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=valentines-day-and-couples-happiness-what-the-research-actually-says via Curio Counselling
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CBT Therapy Examples: 8 Techniques Calgary Therapists Use in Real Sessions

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Key Highlights Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is the most researched psychotherapy approach, with strong evidence for depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, anger, and chronic pain. CBT works by targeting the thought-feeling-behaviour connection. Changing one element shifts the entire pattern through measurable neurological pathways. Most people notice meaningful changes within 4-6 sessions, with typical treatment lasting 12-16 weeks for lasting skill development. Curio Counselling in Calgary offers CBT as part of a holistic, evidence-based approach. Book a free 20-minute consultation to see if CBT is the right fit for you. Table of Contents What Is CBT? The Core Concept in 60 Seconds 8 CBT Techniques Explained With Real Examples CBT in Action: 4 Calgary Client Scenarios Inside a CBT Session: What It Actually Sounds Like CBT Subtypes: DBT, ACT, and MBCT Compared What Conditions Does CBT Treat? How Long Does CBT Take? Progress Timeline When...
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10 Therapy Myths Exposed: What Calgary Therapists Want You to Know

In This Article Why Therapy Myths Still Matter in 2026 Myth 1: Therapy Is Only for Serious Mental Illness Myth 2: Talking to Friends Is the Same as Therapy Myth 3: Therapy Takes Years to Work Myth 4: Therapists Just Tell You What to Do Myth 5: Therapy Means Digging Up Your Entire Childhood Myth 6: You'll Be Judged for What You Share Myth 7: Online Therapy Isn't as Good as In-Person Myth 8: Therapy Is Too Expensive Myth 9: Therapy Is Only for Women Myth 10: If One Therapist Didn't Help, Therapy Doesn't Work How to Choose the Right Therapist in Calgary Frequently Asked Questions Why Therapy Myths Still Matter in 2026 In any given year, 1 in 5 Canadians will personally experience a mental health concern, according to the Canadian Mental Health Association . Over a lifetime, that number rises to 1 in 3. Yet despite growing awareness, misconceptions about therapy continue to stop people from getting help — or delay them long enough...
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