Emotion Regulation Difficulties

Emotion regulation difficulties may involve feelings that rise very quickly, seem impossible to manage or become difficult to access at all. Anger, fear and sadness may feel overwhelming, while at other times numbness can take their place. When Can It Become Difficult? Sudden emotional escalation, repeated suppression, impulsive reactions, ongoing tension or feeling unable to identify what one feels can strain everyday life and relationships. These experiences are best understood in their individual context. The Psychotherapy Process Psychotherapy creates space to identify and express emotions safely. The person can gradually learn to notice feelings earlier, recognise the needs beneath them and develop more workable ways of responding.