Find Peace Within:

Culturally Grounded Anger Management That Actually Works

Anger is a natural human emotion. But when it starts to control your life, your relationships, and your sense of self, it’s time to find a different way forward.

At Vivian Timmins – Indigenous Wholistic Wellness, anger management support honours who you are—your culture, your story, and your unique path to healing. The approach blends traditional Indigenous healing practices with clinically informed techniques, creating a space where you can truly be seen and supported.

Whether you’re struggling with explosive reactions, ongoing frustration, or the heavy weight of unexpressed anger, you don’t have to navigate this alone.

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Key Benefits at a Glance

🧘 Emotional Regulation – Learn to respond, not react

🛡️ Cultural Safety – Healing that honours your identity and traditions

🌿 Wholistic Balance – Support for mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical wellness

💬 Healthy Communication – Build stronger, more respectful relationships

🔄 Lasting Change – Address root causes, not just surface behaviours

🤝 Trauma-Informed Care – A safe space that understands intergenerational trauma

A Practitioner Who Understands Your Journey

Vivian Timmins is an Indigenous social work educator, researcher, and wholistic wellness practitioner with ancestral roots in the O’Mushkegowuk territory on the western shores of James Bay, Ontario. She is a registered member of Constance Lake First Nation and has dedicated her life to helping Indigenous individuals and families find healing and balance.

Vivian’s approach is deeply personal. As a residential school survivor, she understands the intergenerational trauma that so often lies beneath the surface of anger and emotional dysregulation. Her own healing journey which began with reconnecting to her spiritual roots and cultural practices informs every aspect of her work.

With a Master of Social Work in Indigenous Field Study, multiple college accreditations in counselling and social service work, and years of experience as an educator at the Centre for Indigegogy, Vivian brings both professional expertise and lived wisdom to her practice.

Her work is grounded in the Seven Grandfather Teachingslove, respect, courage, honesty, wisdom, humility, and truth—which provide a cultural framework for understanding and managing anger in a way that restores balance and dignity.

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Understanding The Roots Of Anger In Indigenous Communities

Anger doesn't exist in a vacuum. For many Indigenous people, anger is intertwined with generations of colonial trauma, cultural disconnection, and systemic oppression. Residential schools, the Sixties Scoop, and ongoing experiences of racism have left deep wounds that can manifest as anger, frustration, and difficulty regulating emotions.

Understanding these roots is essential. Instead of pathologizing anger as a personal failing, we recognize it as a signal a signal that something deeper needs attention and healing. This trauma-informed, decolonized approach sets this anger management support apart.

✅ Common Challenges We Help With

Intergenerational Trauma – Anger passed down through generations, often without understanding its origins

Cultural Disconnection – Feeling severed from traditional practices and identity

Relationship Conflict – Arguments, estrangement, and communication breakdowns

Workplace Frustration – Difficulty navigating stress and conflict in professional settings

Parenting Challenges – Breaking cycles of anger and creating healthier family dynamics

Substance Use & Anger – Understanding the connection between unprocessed emotion and coping mechanisms

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MEET OUR THERAPIST

Our Team

Daniel Stewart

Clinical Director | Psychologist

Nikki Anderson

Clinical Director | Psychologist

Bradley Grosh

Clinical Director | Psychologist

Bradley Grosh

Clinical Director | Psychologist

Why Choose Vivian Timmins for Anger Management Support

Choosing the right support is everything. Here’s why Indigenous individuals and families across Canada trust Vivian Timmins:

🔹 Culturally Grounded Practice

Healing that centres Indigenous ways of knowing, including the Medicine Wheel, sharing circles, ceremony, and land-based practices. This isn’t Western therapy with a cultural sticker on it it’s healing that emerges from Indigenous traditions.

🔹 Clinically Informed

Vivian combines traditional healing with evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioural techniques, narrative therapy, and somatic practices. You get the best of both worlds.

🔹 Lived Experience

Vivian doesn’t just study Indigenous healing she lives it. Her personal journey through trauma, addiction, and recovery gives her a depth of understanding that textbooks simply cannot provide.

🔹 Wholistic Framework

Anger is addressed through all four quadrants of the Medicine Wheel: mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical. True healing requires balance in all areas of life.

🔹 Safe, Non-Judgmental Space

Whether you’re mandated to seek anger management or seeking it voluntarily, you’ll find a compassionate, shame-free environment where you can be honest about your struggles.

🔹 Community-Centred

Healing doesn’t happen in isolation. We work with individuals, couples, families, and groups because anger affects everyone around us and so does healing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is wholistic anger management?

Wholistic anger management addresses the full spectrum of your being mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical. Instead of focusing only on behaviour modification, we explore the roots of anger, honour your cultural identity, and support healing through both traditional Indigenous practices and clinically informed approaches.

Is this only for Indigenous clients?

Vivian specializes in Indigenous wholistic wellness, and her practice is rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing. However, she welcomes anyone who is open to a culturally grounded, trauma-informed approach to healing. If you're non-Indigenous and seeking support, please reach out to discuss whether this approach is the right fit for you.

Do I need to have a formal anger management diagnosis to access this service?

No. You don't need a diagnosis or a referral to begin. Whether you're struggling with occasional frustration or chronic, explosive anger, you deserve support. Some clients come voluntarily, while others are referred through courts, child welfare, or employers. All are welcome.

How long does anger management take?

There's no fixed timeline. Some clients notice meaningful shifts within a few sessions, while deeper transformation, especially when trauma is involved, can take months. We'll work at your pace and regularly check in about your goals and progress.

Is this culturally safe?

Absolutely. Vivian is an Indigenous practitioner with lived experience, and her practice is built on principles of cultural safety, humility, and respect. You'll never be asked to explain or justify your cultural identity. Instead, your culture will be honoured as a source of strength and healing.

Can you help with court-mandated anger management?

Yes. Vivian provides anger management support for individuals who are court-ordered or mandated by other systems. Documentation of participation can be provided as needed. Please note that this approach is healing-centred rather than purely compliance-focused the goal is genuine change, not just ticking boxes.

What if I've tried anger management before and it didn't work?

Many people come to us after previous attempts that felt clinical, shaming, or disconnected from their reality. This wholistic, culturally grounded approach is different. We start with your story, honour your identity, and build from there.

THE PROCESS

Our Approaches

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

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Mindfulness-Based Approaches

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Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)

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Trauma-Based Therapy

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WHY

Indigenous Clients Across Canada Choose Vivian Timmins

Anger doesn’t have to define your life. It doesn’t have to damage your relationships or rob you of your peace. With the right support support that honours your culture, understands your history, and meets you where you are you can find a new way forward.

Here’s what makes this practice different:

Rooted in Community
Vivian’s work is deeply connected to Indigenous communities across Ontario and beyond. She has worked with residential school survivors, MMIWG families, and Indigenous organizations dedicated to healing and justice.

Educator & Researcher
As a facilitator with the Centre for Indigegogy and a researcher in Indigenous wholistic healing, Vivian brings current, evidence-informed knowledge to every session.

Spiritual & Practical
You’ll find a balance of ceremony and skill-building, prayer and practice, tradition and tools. Healing is both sacred and practical and so is this approach.

Non-Judgmental, Always
Anger is not a moral failing. It’s a signal. Vivian creates a space where you can explore that signal without shame and find the healing it points toward.

Long-Term Support
Healing isn’t linear. Vivian offers ongoing support, follow-up sessions, and community referrals to ensure you have what you need at every stage of your journey.

"Living in Ontario, I'd been through the Western therapy system before, but nothing truly connected. Vivian's approach is different. The way she weaves the Seven Grandfather Teachings into managing anger isn't just a technique; it feels like coming home. As someone reconnecting with my roots, her guidance on emotional regulation using the Medicine Wheel has been life-changing. I finally feel like I'm healing in a way that honours my whole self."

Sara Smith, Ontario

"I was honestly terrified to start anger management. I carried so much shame and frustration, both from my own experiences and the intergenerational trauma my family has faced. Vivian didn't make me feel like I was broken. She helped me understand that my anger was a signal, not a personal failing. Her compassionate, trauma-informed stance allowed me to be vulnerable for the first time and actually address the root causes. Her lived experience makes a world of difference."

Alessander Ambrosio, Ontario

"I'm not Indigenous, but my partner is, and we were struggling with constant conflict in our home. We needed a counsellor who understood both sides. Vivian taught us how to actually communicate—to respond instead of react. She gave us practical, culturally safe tools to navigate our arguments and break the cycle of anger. It's not just about managing anger; it's about building a healthier relationship. We're so grateful for her help."

Martin Healy, Ontario

"As a teacher in a busy Canadian city, I was dealing with constant workplace frustration that was bleeding into my personal life. I didn't want a cookie-cutter course. Vivian's practice at Mindwellness is truly wholistic. She helped me look at my anger from a physical, emotional, and spiritual perspective. The land-based practices she recommended helped me find a sense of calm I haven't felt in years. It's a complete reset, not just a band-aid."

Rebecca Johnson, Ontario

🚀 Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?

You don’t have to carry anger alone anymore. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your family, or your community, Vivian Timmins is here to walk alongside you.

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With Vivian Timmins – Indigenous Wholistic Wellness, you’re choosing a path of healing that honours your past, supports your present, and opens the door to a future filled with balance, connection, and peace.