Anger Management & Behavioral Health Support — Maryland & DC | MJB Holistic

MJB Holistic provides anger management and behavioral health support to Maryland and DC residents via secure telehealth, plus select Georgia patients covered by Peach State Health Plan. In-person visits available at our Upper Marlboro, MD office; telehealth available statewide.

Anger that comes too fast, too big, or too often isn't a moral failure — it's almost always a signal. Something is overwhelming your nervous system, and the anger is what's coming out. Maybe you grew up around it. Maybe you're under pressure that hasn't let up. Maybe there's an underlying condition — depression, ADHD, trauma, anxiety — feeding the explosions. At MJB Holistic & Therapeutic Services in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, we help patients understand and treat anger by addressing what's underneath. We treat the whole client, and not the hole in the client.

When anger becomes a problem worth treating

Some anger is healthy — it tells you a boundary has been crossed. The kind of anger we treat is different. It's the anger that:

• Damages your relationships with partners, family, or coworkers
• Comes on faster and bigger than the situation calls for
• Leaves you feeling guilty, ashamed, or out of control afterward
• Has cost you jobs, friends, or custody
• Has led to physical aggression or near-aggression
• Has been flagged by a court, employer, or family member as needing treatment
• Coexists with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma symptoms
• Feels impossible to explain — sometimes you don't even know why you're so angry

What's actually underneath

Anger almost never travels alone. The patients we see for anger management commonly also have:

• Untreated depression (especially common in men, where depression often shows up as irritability instead of sadness)
• ADHD — emotional dysregulation is a core feature
• PTSD or unresolved trauma
• Chronic anxiety — always on edge
• Substance use that lowers inhibition
• Sleep deprivation
• Hormonal or thyroid issues
• Pain — physical or emotional — that hasn't been addressed

Effective anger treatment usually means treating what's underneath, not just the anger itself.

Our approach to anger management

Melveena Johnson-Bolden, PMHNP-BC, brings 28 years of nursing experience and a person-centered approach to anger treatment. We won't lecture you or shame you. We'll help you understand what's driving the anger and build a plan to address it.

Anger management treatment at MJB typically includes:

• A thorough psychiatric evaluation to identify what's underneath the anger
• Medication management when an underlying condition (depression, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD) is contributing
• Coordination with therapists for cognitive-behavioral or trauma-focused therapy when that's part of your plan
• Pharmacogenetic testing if previous medications haven't worked
• Practical regulation tools you can use in real time when anger surges
• Ongoing follow-up so we can adjust as you improve

Medications and pharmacogenetic testing

If medication is part of your plan, MJB Holistic offers in-house pharmacogenetic testing — a simple test that helps your provider tailor psychiatric medications to your specific body chemistry. Patients who use pharmacogenetic testing are roughly 2.5 times more likely to achieve remission, with fewer side effects and fewer trial-and-error medication switches. The test is often free for patients depending on insurance, with results in 3 to 5 business days. Learn more on our pharmacogenetic testing page at mjbholistic.com/genetic-testing.

Court-ordered or employer-required care

If you're seeking anger management care because of a court order, employer requirement, family request, or custody situation, we can provide documentation of treatment as needed (within HIPAA boundaries). Treatment is voluntary and confidential — we don't share information without your written consent.

What to expect at your first visit

First appointments are 60 minutes. We'll talk through what's been going on, what triggers the anger, how it shows up, what's worked and what hasn't, and what you want to be different. You will not be judged. The goal is to help you have the kind of life and relationships you want.

Frequently asked questions about anger management

Do you offer group anger management classes?

We don't currently run formal anger management groups in-house. We offer one-on-one psychiatric care and coordinate with group programs in the community when group work is part of your plan.

Can medication actually help with anger?

Yes — when there's an underlying treatable condition. Antidepressants help when irritability is part of depression. Stimulants or non-stimulants help when ADHD-related dysregulation is the issue. Trauma-focused medications help when PTSD is contributing. Mood stabilizers help when bipolar irritability is the cause. The right medication depends on what's driving the anger.

Will I lose my edge or my drive?

No. The goal is to remove the unhelpful anger — the kind that hijacks your decision-making and damages your relationships — not the healthy assertiveness that helps you get things done.

Is this confidential? Will my employer or court find out?

All psychiatric care is confidential under HIPAA. We share information only with your written permission. If a court or employer requires documentation, we can provide it — but only what you authorize and only what's relevant.

How quickly will I see improvement?

If medication is part of your plan, most patients notice improvement within 2 to 6 weeks. Building lasting regulation skills takes longer — typically 3 to 6 months of consistent work.

Insurance and payment

MJB Holistic accepts a broad range of insurance plans:

• Aetna
• Cigna
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• UnitedHealthcare
• Humana Military
• TriCare
• Johns Hopkins
• Maryland Medicaid
• DC Medicaid
• Peach State Health Plan (Georgia)

If your plan isn't listed, contact us — we work with patients on out-of-network coverage and can provide superbills for reimbursement.

Telehealth across Maryland

In addition to in-person care at our Upper Marlboro office, we offer secure telehealth appointments through Spruce — a private, healthcare-focused platform built specifically for behavioral health. Telehealth is available across Maryland, with limited availability for patients in Washington DC and Georgia depending on Melveena's licensure in your state.

Schedule your consultation

If you're ready to take the first step toward anger management treatment, you can book an appointment online through our patient portal at mjbholistic.intakeq.com/booking, call us at (301) 381-3622, or email info@mjbholistic.com. New patients are welcome and most appointments are available within 1 to 2 weeks.

MJB Holistic & Therapeutic Services, LLC is a Maryland-based psychiatric practice serving Upper Marlboro, Bowie, Largo, Lake Arbor, Mitchellville, Glenarden, and surrounding Prince George's County communities — plus telehealth across Maryland.