Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Anaheim, CA

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Rosa Carmona Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801
Hi there, I'm Rosa! My name is Rosa Gomez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over five years of experience as a clinician. I work with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused interventions when working with the clients in order to assist them in improving their symptoms so they can live their best lives.
Hi there, I'm Rosa! My name is Rosa Gomez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over five years of experience as a clinician. I work with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused interventions when working with the clients in order to assist them in improving their symptoms so they can live their best lives.
(657) 837-3540 View (657) 837-3540
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Starr Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
(714) 844-7985 View (714) 844-7985
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Daniel Crosby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
My name is Dan Crosby and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My style of therapy is client driven and more of a partnership focusing on helping you reach your goals. I have extensive experience and training with treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, and a multitude of other diagnoses which I will use to tailor your specific treatment to your needs and goals. I have been working in the field for over 15 years with a variety of clientele ranging from kids, adolescents, and adults. I have worked with a vast variety of diagnoses, trauma histories, life changes, and other stressors that a person may be going through.
My name is Dan Crosby and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My style of therapy is client driven and more of a partnership focusing on helping you reach your goals. I have extensive experience and training with treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, and a multitude of other diagnoses which I will use to tailor your specific treatment to your needs and goals. I have been working in the field for over 15 years with a variety of clientele ranging from kids, adolescents, and adults. I have worked with a vast variety of diagnoses, trauma histories, life changes, and other stressors that a person may be going through.
(562) 669-2344 View (562) 669-2344
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92806
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(562) 222-0059 View (562) 222-0059
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Margaret Van Ackeren
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92808
Be a better you. People seek out therapy for several reasons. Self-exploration, growth, change, and learning new coping strategies are just a few reasons. Finding a therapist to guide and support you along the way will make these tasks simpler and possibly even enjoyable. I treat individuals, couples, and families looking to find relief from emotional and psychological troubles and become their best self. While treatment for Asperger's Syndrome, Anxiety, Trauma, and Depression are my specialties, I also work with people who struggle with addiction, relationship problems, sexuality uncertainties, and low self-esteem.
Be a better you. People seek out therapy for several reasons. Self-exploration, growth, change, and learning new coping strategies are just a few reasons. Finding a therapist to guide and support you along the way will make these tasks simpler and possibly even enjoyable. I treat individuals, couples, and families looking to find relief from emotional and psychological troubles and become their best self. While treatment for Asperger's Syndrome, Anxiety, Trauma, and Depression are my specialties, I also work with people who struggle with addiction, relationship problems, sexuality uncertainties, and low self-esteem.
(714) 613-0841 View (714) 613-0841
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Jeffrey Ko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
I am an associate clinical social worker and I have been working in the mental health field for the past 12 years in settings including schools, homes, and the community. Throughout these experiences I have learned so much from my colleagues in the mental health field, but importantly, from the families and individuals themselves. My therapy practice is centered on an openness to understand others, a wealth of knowledge and skills to share, and building a healthy therapeutic relationship to support growth and understanding.
I am an associate clinical social worker and I have been working in the mental health field for the past 12 years in settings including schools, homes, and the community. Throughout these experiences I have learned so much from my colleagues in the mental health field, but importantly, from the families and individuals themselves. My therapy practice is centered on an openness to understand others, a wealth of knowledge and skills to share, and building a healthy therapeutic relationship to support growth and understanding.
(714) 702-1130 View (714) 702-1130
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Julie Ray
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
Hi, my name is Julie Ray, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Many of us have or are facing challenges in our lives whether they are current stresses, past distresses, or struggling with coping. My goal is to create a supportive environment for individuals to work towards their goals and start on a path of healing. We can face many challenges in our lives whether they are current stresses, past distresses, or trauma.
Hi, my name is Julie Ray, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Many of us have or are facing challenges in our lives whether they are current stresses, past distresses, or struggling with coping. My goal is to create a supportive environment for individuals to work towards their goals and start on a path of healing. We can face many challenges in our lives whether they are current stresses, past distresses, or trauma.
(562) 632-4617 View (562) 632-4617
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Elizabeth Delgado
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92805  (Online Only)
Welcome, I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) working with clients throughout California via telehealth. I can help address the various difficulties experienced in life by individuals, couples, and families. I will help you become more in tune with your needs and enhance coping strategies to help process stressors, loss, manage mood, improve emotional expression, and strengthen cognitive reframing. I will also help you process traumatic experiences, and therefore help you manage how trauma responses manifest in different areas of your life.
Welcome, I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) working with clients throughout California via telehealth. I can help address the various difficulties experienced in life by individuals, couples, and families. I will help you become more in tune with your needs and enhance coping strategies to help process stressors, loss, manage mood, improve emotional expression, and strengthen cognitive reframing. I will also help you process traumatic experiences, and therefore help you manage how trauma responses manifest in different areas of your life.
(714) 276-8577 View (714) 276-8577
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Erin Link Cabrera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92807  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I conceptualize people and their relationships from an object-relations, attachment-based, and trauma-informed perspective, since that makes the most intuitive sense for me. I understand that a disrupted childhood can disproportionately impact someone’s entire life, but I am absolutely certain that people are not defined by their experiences. I work well with people who experienced trauma or hardship early in life, and now find themselves struggling to maintain healthy relationships, asking existential questions, and feeling generally lost or stuck.
I conceptualize people and their relationships from an object-relations, attachment-based, and trauma-informed perspective, since that makes the most intuitive sense for me. I understand that a disrupted childhood can disproportionately impact someone’s entire life, but I am absolutely certain that people are not defined by their experiences. I work well with people who experienced trauma or hardship early in life, and now find themselves struggling to maintain healthy relationships, asking existential questions, and feeling generally lost or stuck.
(562) 553-8219 View (562) 553-8219
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Serenity Journey LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, CATC-IV, CCTP
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92808  (Online Only)
Dr. Ixchel Tellez Fonseca is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over eleven years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who have endured trauma who are adjusting to life stressors such as relational issues, family changes, life transitions, bullying, post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, school, and work stressors. Additionally, she has worked with adults struggling with mood disorders and dual diagnoses through various treatment modalities. She strives to provide services that focus on each individual’s natural resilience and believes that positive change is possible.
Dr. Ixchel Tellez Fonseca is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over eleven years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who have endured trauma who are adjusting to life stressors such as relational issues, family changes, life transitions, bullying, post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, school, and work stressors. Additionally, she has worked with adults struggling with mood disorders and dual diagnoses through various treatment modalities. She strives to provide services that focus on each individual’s natural resilience and believes that positive change is possible.
(714) 844-5015 View (714) 844-5015
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Michael Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
Michael Brown is a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals and couples to restore emotional connections. His goal is to help his clients feel better about themselves and their relationships. He works with individuals and couples from all cultures and sexual orientations and he welcomes each to therapy just as they are. Michael has experience working to repair ruptures in relationships. Michael also has experience working in trauma, depression and anxiety. Michael has also worked with children and families.
Michael Brown is a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals and couples to restore emotional connections. His goal is to help his clients feel better about themselves and their relationships. He works with individuals and couples from all cultures and sexual orientations and he welcomes each to therapy just as they are. Michael has experience working to repair ruptures in relationships. Michael also has experience working in trauma, depression and anxiety. Michael has also worked with children and families.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Martin J Eaton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92807
Dr. Martin Eaton is a clinical psychologist and former graduate professor at USC who specializes in identifying and providing individualized solutions for students and adults who have experienced learning challenges. Dr. Eaton's unique approach starts with a neurological assessment that identifies how the brain is processing information to discover the strengths and weaknesses for each individual. Coupled with his clinical background and over 25 years of counseling experience, Dr. Eaton will identify what's going on cognitively, emotionally, spiritually, and physically for that individual or family.
Dr. Martin Eaton is a clinical psychologist and former graduate professor at USC who specializes in identifying and providing individualized solutions for students and adults who have experienced learning challenges. Dr. Eaton's unique approach starts with a neurological assessment that identifies how the brain is processing information to discover the strengths and weaknesses for each individual. Coupled with his clinical background and over 25 years of counseling experience, Dr. Eaton will identify what's going on cognitively, emotionally, spiritually, and physically for that individual or family.
(714) 770-8623 View (714) 770-8623
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Rachael Berg-Martinez
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92808
If you are finding yourself impacted by hurt and harm from your past, I am here to help. Our experiences can weigh heavily on our present relationships with family, partners, and children, diminish our sense of thriving, and impact our faith and spirituality. Often we are paying the debt of generations before us to benefit the generations to come. Healing is a powerful, though sometimes painful process, but you don’t have to do this alone. Reaching out for support is the first courageous step in this investment.
If you are finding yourself impacted by hurt and harm from your past, I am here to help. Our experiences can weigh heavily on our present relationships with family, partners, and children, diminish our sense of thriving, and impact our faith and spirituality. Often we are paying the debt of generations before us to benefit the generations to come. Healing is a powerful, though sometimes painful process, but you don’t have to do this alone. Reaching out for support is the first courageous step in this investment.
(657) 215-7374 View (657) 215-7374
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Maral Arakelian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad or unsure of what's going on, I'm glad you are here. Change can be difficult, but there is hope. I am here to provide you with tools and coping skills to accomplish this change in a safe and compassionate environment set at a comfortable pace to ease the process that can be difficult. As my client you can expect a sensitive, flexible and interactive approach in my practice. My experience over the past 20 years includes treating children, adolescents, families and adults who have experienced childhood trauma, relationship and parenting issues, anxiety, depression and grief/loss.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad or unsure of what's going on, I'm glad you are here. Change can be difficult, but there is hope. I am here to provide you with tools and coping skills to accomplish this change in a safe and compassionate environment set at a comfortable pace to ease the process that can be difficult. As my client you can expect a sensitive, flexible and interactive approach in my practice. My experience over the past 20 years includes treating children, adolescents, families and adults who have experienced childhood trauma, relationship and parenting issues, anxiety, depression and grief/loss.
(562) 553-6719 View (562) 553-6719
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Angela Angela
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804  (Online Only)
I am warm, collaborative, practical, and supportive. My practice is trauma-informed, client-centered, solution-focused, and incorporates a cognitive-behavioral approach. I build on client strengths, use thought-provoking questions to directly challenge negative or destructive thoughts, and focus on helping people find the clarity, meaning, or insight they need to move forward in life.
I am warm, collaborative, practical, and supportive. My practice is trauma-informed, client-centered, solution-focused, and incorporates a cognitive-behavioral approach. I build on client strengths, use thought-provoking questions to directly challenge negative or destructive thoughts, and focus on helping people find the clarity, meaning, or insight they need to move forward in life.
(424) 484-8076 View (424) 484-8076
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Katie Lin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
Hi I am Katie ! Throughout my life I've been driven by a fierce commitment to fostering positive transformations in diverse communities, advocating tirelessly for equal access to mental health resources and support. Guided by an unwavering desire to empower individuals to cultivate emotional resilience amid life's challenges, I've dedicated myself to creating safe havens where people can authentically explore their experiences.
Hi I am Katie ! Throughout my life I've been driven by a fierce commitment to fostering positive transformations in diverse communities, advocating tirelessly for equal access to mental health resources and support. Guided by an unwavering desire to empower individuals to cultivate emotional resilience amid life's challenges, I've dedicated myself to creating safe havens where people can authentically explore their experiences.
(213) 668-5517 View (213) 668-5517
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Ken Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92802
Hello everyone, my name is Ken Kaiser. I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been working as a therapist for over 20 years. I treat all ages, from children to seniors. I see clients of all ages. The areas I am most helpful are people with anxiety, depression, attention problems, obsessive compulsive issues, anger, marital concerns, and sexual issues. I have a compassionate approach using multiple modalities to help people accomplish their therapy goals. Primarily I use a cognitive behavioral approach but use what every would be most helpful and am comfortable with spirituality.
Hello everyone, my name is Ken Kaiser. I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been working as a therapist for over 20 years. I treat all ages, from children to seniors. I see clients of all ages. The areas I am most helpful are people with anxiety, depression, attention problems, obsessive compulsive issues, anger, marital concerns, and sexual issues. I have a compassionate approach using multiple modalities to help people accomplish their therapy goals. Primarily I use a cognitive behavioral approach but use what every would be most helpful and am comfortable with spirituality.
(657) 571-3984 View (657) 571-3984
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Karrie Johnston Feldman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C, RPT™, IFECMHS, RPF-II
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Karrie, I provide specialized therapy for mothers, children, and families during pregnancy, postpartum, the early years, and beyond. My goal is to support the well-being of mothers as they try to find the joy of motherhood while also managing the complexities that come with it. As a child and family therapist, I use various forms of play to help children and families learn to communicate better and help children resolve emotional challenges. My goal is to help parents better understand the needs underneath their child's often difficult and overwhelming behaviors.
Hi, I'm Karrie, I provide specialized therapy for mothers, children, and families during pregnancy, postpartum, the early years, and beyond. My goal is to support the well-being of mothers as they try to find the joy of motherhood while also managing the complexities that come with it. As a child and family therapist, I use various forms of play to help children and families learn to communicate better and help children resolve emotional challenges. My goal is to help parents better understand the needs underneath their child's often difficult and overwhelming behaviors.
(949) 806-3179 View (949) 806-3179
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Selena Kradolfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
I choose to practice trauma-informed care because intention and corrective experiences are important aspects of healing. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I provide psychotherapy for youth and adults of all ages in individual, couples and family sessions. I value helping clients identify strategies they can apply towards stressors that are impacting their lives in order to experience relief from suffering, develop communication skills, practice healthy coping skills, and improve confidence. I love championing my clients towards their best selves, while contributing encouragement, empathy, and hope for a bright future!
I choose to practice trauma-informed care because intention and corrective experiences are important aspects of healing. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I provide psychotherapy for youth and adults of all ages in individual, couples and family sessions. I value helping clients identify strategies they can apply towards stressors that are impacting their lives in order to experience relief from suffering, develop communication skills, practice healthy coping skills, and improve confidence. I love championing my clients towards their best selves, while contributing encouragement, empathy, and hope for a bright future!
(626) 667-2546 View (626) 667-2546
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Sandy Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
Dealing with life, the every day “stuff,” and emotions can be tough. Don’t be so hard on yourself—healing is a process. I see therapy as a joint venture where our knowledge and skills are combined to create solutions. In my practice I bring kindness, humor, and authenticity with the purpose of creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients to experience freedom. When it comes to treatment, no one size fits all. Because all my clients come from diverse backgrounds with various presenting problems, every therapeutic alliance is unique.
Dealing with life, the every day “stuff,” and emotions can be tough. Don’t be so hard on yourself—healing is a process. I see therapy as a joint venture where our knowledge and skills are combined to create solutions. In my practice I bring kindness, humor, and authenticity with the purpose of creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients to experience freedom. When it comes to treatment, no one size fits all. Because all my clients come from diverse backgrounds with various presenting problems, every therapeutic alliance is unique.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists

What is the most effective treatment for oppositional defiant disorder?

The treatment of Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) will involve multiple approaches designed to help both the youngster and their parents, sometimes including medication. A therapist will help a child learn ways to regulate their emotions, curb their impulsiveness, and counteract anger, defiance, and disruption, while showing parents ways to bring these lessons into their home. A technique designed for children with conditions like ODD, known as Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS), may also be used. CPS addresses a child’s concerns and rewards appropriate responses while discouraging harsh punishment or criticism.

How does treatment for oppositional defiant disorder work?

Treatment for ODD addresses the issues underlying a child’s defiance and disruption, the emotional regulation and impulse-control skills they lack, and the way adults respond to them. ODD therapy is based on the idea that children with the disorder understand the difference between right and wrong, that they want to behave well, and that, with help, they can. By responding to the child with empathy instead of harsh criticism, ignoring nonviolent behaviors, and rewarding positive actions, a therapist, and the other adults in a child’s life, can help children improve their behavior.

How long does therapy for oppositional defiant disorder take?

Therapy for oppositional defiant disorder is not a short-term undertaking. Depending on the severity of a child’s symptoms, their age, the presence of other conditions like ADHD, anxiety or a mood disorder, and their family dynamic, it can take months before improvement is noted. The cooperation of parents and teachers is crucial, because the skills learned in therapy must be practiced in real-world situations, with all their potential triggers.

Does oppositional defiant disorder go away?

ODD can remit following treatment. ODD is often diagnosed in nursery school, and early intervention is essential for a positive prognosis. In two-thirds of children, according to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, symptoms resolve within three years.