Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Guilford, CT

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Blair McCracken
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
Does your child suffer from anxiety, depression, anger, eating disorder, attention deficit disorder, oppositional disorder, autistic syndrome, obsessive compulsive disorder, or a learning disorder? I can help. In practice for more than 25 years, I have a Masters Degree in Child Psychology, and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology , I work closely with parents, schools, and pediatricians, providing therapy and psychological evaluations for children. I also provide custody evaluations. Children enjoy my delightful play therapy room. Evening appointments are provided for adults , parents, or couples .I shape my therapeutic approach with adults to their diagnostic needs..
Does your child suffer from anxiety, depression, anger, eating disorder, attention deficit disorder, oppositional disorder, autistic syndrome, obsessive compulsive disorder, or a learning disorder? I can help. In practice for more than 25 years, I have a Masters Degree in Child Psychology, and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology , I work closely with parents, schools, and pediatricians, providing therapy and psychological evaluations for children. I also provide custody evaluations. Children enjoy my delightful play therapy room. Evening appointments are provided for adults , parents, or couples .I shape my therapeutic approach with adults to their diagnostic needs..
(203) 635-5015 View (203) 635-5015
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Jeff Baer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Guilford, CT 06437
Have you been feeling sad, hopeless, anxious or stressed? Is it interfering with your life, school, work or relationships? Or do you have a teen or loved one who is struggling and you feel like you don’t know how to help them? It may be time to give therapy a try.
Have you been feeling sad, hopeless, anxious or stressed? Is it interfering with your life, school, work or relationships? Or do you have a teen or loved one who is struggling and you feel like you don’t know how to help them? It may be time to give therapy a try.
(203) 200-0146 View (203) 200-0146
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Dr. Connie Marie Nickou
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
Everyone needs support at times. Change can be hard, but with knowledge and understanding, you can transform your life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, parents, & families in identifying challenges, finding effective ways of coping, & moving toward reaching specific goals. Learning to love yourself & practicing these skills will lead to more meaningful life & more fulfilling relationships. Partnering with you on your unique journey, in a safe and compassionate space, I will support you in reaching your fullest potential & realizing your dreams. Change is possible even if you don't believe it at first. Reach out today.
Everyone needs support at times. Change can be hard, but with knowledge and understanding, you can transform your life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, parents, & families in identifying challenges, finding effective ways of coping, & moving toward reaching specific goals. Learning to love yourself & practicing these skills will lead to more meaningful life & more fulfilling relationships. Partnering with you on your unique journey, in a safe and compassionate space, I will support you in reaching your fullest potential & realizing your dreams. Change is possible even if you don't believe it at first. Reach out today.
(203) 717-4241 View (203) 717-4241
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Nicki Korman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
I have been in private practice for 34 years in the capacity of family therapist and clinical director at two residential facilities. I do not believe in long term therapy, and on occasion, clients will come back for a "tune-up." I am direct, I will give you feedback, (not tell you what to do) and be very supportive at the same time. Family therapists, believe that behaviors get passed down from generation to generation. We would explore your "family of origin" and sort out what behaviors are working for you and what needs to change. If YOU do the work, You WILL get better!
I have been in private practice for 34 years in the capacity of family therapist and clinical director at two residential facilities. I do not believe in long term therapy, and on occasion, clients will come back for a "tune-up." I am direct, I will give you feedback, (not tell you what to do) and be very supportive at the same time. Family therapists, believe that behaviors get passed down from generation to generation. We would explore your "family of origin" and sort out what behaviors are working for you and what needs to change. If YOU do the work, You WILL get better!
(203) 883-0738 View (203) 883-0738
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David M Meyers, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Guilford, CT 06437
My practice was born out of a tradition of commitment to children. From familial and professional roots I have witnessed the value of creating a safe space to allow children to explore and grow. Beginning my career as a teacher, I have watched and marveled at the ways in which children learn and flourish in nurturing environments. As a child therapist I have also seen children suffer when their needs go unmet.
My practice was born out of a tradition of commitment to children. From familial and professional roots I have witnessed the value of creating a safe space to allow children to explore and grow. Beginning my career as a teacher, I have watched and marveled at the ways in which children learn and flourish in nurturing environments. As a child therapist I have also seen children suffer when their needs go unmet.
(203) 884-0328 View (203) 884-0328
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Mary Beth Golja
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Guilford, CT 06437
Looking for a safe place to regain your footing and let go of old patterns that hold you back? I have been practicing psychotherapy for 40 years. My practice is relationship based and heart centered.After working in various residential settings with adolescents, I grew to believe in the resilience and strength of the human spirit.Working with both traditional and nontraditional techniques, I can assist you in discovering your true potential. With a background in family systems, I believe that by letting go of patterns learned in childhood and rewriting old messages, therapy can free you to live your life more productively.
Looking for a safe place to regain your footing and let go of old patterns that hold you back? I have been practicing psychotherapy for 40 years. My practice is relationship based and heart centered.After working in various residential settings with adolescents, I grew to believe in the resilience and strength of the human spirit.Working with both traditional and nontraditional techniques, I can assist you in discovering your true potential. With a background in family systems, I believe that by letting go of patterns learned in childhood and rewriting old messages, therapy can free you to live your life more productively.
(203) 680-3575 View (203) 680-3575
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J. Edward Lynch
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Guilford, CT 06437
I work with individuals who are suffering from trauma, abuse ,depression, and anxiety. I also treat relationship issues and marriage therapy. I have a strong background in individual, couple, and family psychotherapy. I treat trauma victims, PTSD, and do Family Constellation work.
I work with individuals who are suffering from trauma, abuse ,depression, and anxiety. I also treat relationship issues and marriage therapy. I have a strong background in individual, couple, and family psychotherapy. I treat trauma victims, PTSD, and do Family Constellation work.
(203) 884-0795 View (203) 884-0795
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Alex Klein, MS, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
As a licensed clinical therapist and masters level recreational specialist, my expertise in psychotherapy has been built over the course of two decades working with adolescents, adults, and families. Whether supporting adolescents as they undergo a difficult life transition or mediating conflict among adults and families, my services are designed to help individuals navigate the complexities that often come with an array of emotions and challenging life situations.
As a licensed clinical therapist and masters level recreational specialist, my expertise in psychotherapy has been built over the course of two decades working with adolescents, adults, and families. Whether supporting adolescents as they undergo a difficult life transition or mediating conflict among adults and families, my services are designed to help individuals navigate the complexities that often come with an array of emotions and challenging life situations.
(203) 275-0145 View (203) 275-0145
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Eileen M Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
I am a clinical social worker with over 25 years of agency based practice with children and families with multiple issues. My private practice over the past 15 years has expanded to adults, dealing with issues around relationships, depression, anxiety and life stressors. I see my role with my clients very much as that of a coach. We need to work together as a team to meet the best needs of you,the client. I believe together we can work on reaching your personal goals.
I am a clinical social worker with over 25 years of agency based practice with children and families with multiple issues. My private practice over the past 15 years has expanded to adults, dealing with issues around relationships, depression, anxiety and life stressors. I see my role with my clients very much as that of a coach. We need to work together as a team to meet the best needs of you,the client. I believe together we can work on reaching your personal goals.
(203) 587-8384 View (203) 587-8384
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Jonathan Swift
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437  (Online Only)
I have extensive clinical experience, and I have been in private practice in Madison for many years working in individual, group and couples psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults.
I have extensive clinical experience, and I have been in private practice in Madison for many years working in individual, group and couples psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults.
(203) 307-5999 View (203) 307-5999
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Center for NeuroPotential
Psychologist, PsyD, BCN, QEEG-DL
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Guilford, CT 06437
Are you looking for effective, safe, and medication-free options for ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or concussion? The Center for NeuroPotential offers neurofeedback, counseling, and brief ADHD screenings to help you reach your full potential. Neurofeedback is brain wave training which teaches your brain to work in a more optimal state. Not all neurofeedback is equal and our founders are Board Certified in Neurofeedback. We offer free phone consultations to determine if our services are a good fit for your needs.
Are you looking for effective, safe, and medication-free options for ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or concussion? The Center for NeuroPotential offers neurofeedback, counseling, and brief ADHD screenings to help you reach your full potential. Neurofeedback is brain wave training which teaches your brain to work in a more optimal state. Not all neurofeedback is equal and our founders are Board Certified in Neurofeedback. We offer free phone consultations to determine if our services are a good fit for your needs.
(203) 651-7135 View (203) 651-7135
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Jessica Bessette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
Jessica is a licensed clinical social worker who completed her education at Southern Connecticut State University in 2016. She has worked with the entire lifespan from children to older adults. Her experiences with both outpatient and inpatient settings have given her a broad perspective of the challenges that people deal with and what can help people to live more productive lives. She uses a strengths-based and humanistic approach in her work with others. She has grown to work in both individual and group settings and has a love for building relationships with clients and utilizing the relationship to guide the work.
Jessica is a licensed clinical social worker who completed her education at Southern Connecticut State University in 2016. She has worked with the entire lifespan from children to older adults. Her experiences with both outpatient and inpatient settings have given her a broad perspective of the challenges that people deal with and what can help people to live more productive lives. She uses a strengths-based and humanistic approach in her work with others. She has grown to work in both individual and group settings and has a love for building relationships with clients and utilizing the relationship to guide the work.
(203) 453-2999 View (203) 453-2999
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Beth Breck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP, SAP
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
Are you looking for an experienced therapist? I work with a range of issues. Behavioral problems, work/ family balance, grief, marital/ relationship issues, family therapy, parent-child, infidelity, sexual issues, alcohol/ drug abuse, domestic violence, depression, anxiety/ panic, emotional/ mental disorders, financial difficulties, life transitions, loss, PTSD, anger management and issues within judicial systems. Acknowledge the problem...Experience the solution. I love my work and problem solving with clients. My work strives to achieve a healthy lifestyle for my clients. I help clients achieve their behavioral goals within the brief compass of six to ten sessions.
Are you looking for an experienced therapist? I work with a range of issues. Behavioral problems, work/ family balance, grief, marital/ relationship issues, family therapy, parent-child, infidelity, sexual issues, alcohol/ drug abuse, domestic violence, depression, anxiety/ panic, emotional/ mental disorders, financial difficulties, life transitions, loss, PTSD, anger management and issues within judicial systems. Acknowledge the problem...Experience the solution. I love my work and problem solving with clients. My work strives to achieve a healthy lifestyle for my clients. I help clients achieve their behavioral goals within the brief compass of six to ten sessions.
(475) 224-4670 View (475) 224-4670
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Morgan Rebecca Price
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I'm Morgan Price, a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about guiding your child, teenager, or family towards emotional well-being. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and offer a safe, empathetic space for exploration and growth. As a therapist with a specialization in drama therapy and a personal history with trauma and grief as a child, I bring a unique perspective to my practice. My goal is to connect with clients on a deep level, fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust and understanding.
Hello! I'm Morgan Price, a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about guiding your child, teenager, or family towards emotional well-being. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and offer a safe, empathetic space for exploration and growth. As a therapist with a specialization in drama therapy and a personal history with trauma and grief as a child, I bring a unique perspective to my practice. My goal is to connect with clients on a deep level, fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust and understanding.
(475) 264-6572 View (475) 264-6572
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Shoreline Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
At the Shoreline Therapy Center we care for clients of all ages and stages including young children, adolescents and adults as they learn to cope with their psychological issues. We provide individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy.
At the Shoreline Therapy Center we care for clients of all ages and stages including young children, adolescents and adults as they learn to cope with their psychological issues. We provide individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy.
(203) 453-2999 View (203) 453-2999

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Parent Management Training Institute, Tracie Bush
MA, CKPMT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clinton, CT 06413  (Online Only)
For the past 20 years, my work has focused on helping children with anxiety and behavioral challenges. Like physicians, practicing what is scientifically proven to work is essential. Children deserve no less! So when working to help children with anxiety, ODD, DMDD, CD, and IED, I use Parent Management Training (PMT), Cognitive Behavioral Training (CBT), and Problem-Solving Skills Training (PSST). For 7-years at Yale University and for the past 10 years through my clinic, I have trained hundreds of professionals and parents from around the world in these treatments via telehealth and in-person sessions.
For the past 20 years, my work has focused on helping children with anxiety and behavioral challenges. Like physicians, practicing what is scientifically proven to work is essential. Children deserve no less! So when working to help children with anxiety, ODD, DMDD, CD, and IED, I use Parent Management Training (PMT), Cognitive Behavioral Training (CBT), and Problem-Solving Skills Training (PSST). For 7-years at Yale University and for the past 10 years through my clinic, I have trained hundreds of professionals and parents from around the world in these treatments via telehealth and in-person sessions.
(203) 816-6461 View (203) 816-6461
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Marlene Orr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Branford, CT 06405
As a therapist, I take pleasure in using a humanistic approach to help individuals develop and gain the insight needed to explore how past, and present experiences impact their ability to manage life's daily stressors. Anxiety, feelings of depression, and unresolved traumatic events can often leave you feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. I strive to establish a therapeutic relationship that builds on trust, honesty, and compassion in an effort to help individuals manage their emotions and challenges in a positive effective way.
As a therapist, I take pleasure in using a humanistic approach to help individuals develop and gain the insight needed to explore how past, and present experiences impact their ability to manage life's daily stressors. Anxiety, feelings of depression, and unresolved traumatic events can often leave you feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. I strive to establish a therapeutic relationship that builds on trust, honesty, and compassion in an effort to help individuals manage their emotions and challenges in a positive effective way.
(203) 903-0384 View (203) 903-0384
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Althilia Moore Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PhD can, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06513
Are you searching to embrace all of you? Have you experienced a traumatic event or lost a loved one due to health disparity, mental illness, experiencing racial conflict, divorce, high stressors, incarcerated, loss of a pet, etc.? Well, if so, I am here to meet you where you are. Have you questioned yourself and your answer is why? Together let's explore your "How?"
Are you searching to embrace all of you? Have you experienced a traumatic event or lost a loved one due to health disparity, mental illness, experiencing racial conflict, divorce, high stressors, incarcerated, loss of a pet, etc.? Well, if so, I am here to meet you where you are. Have you questioned yourself and your answer is why? Together let's explore your "How?"
(860) 499-3665 View (860) 499-3665
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Jocelyn Ness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adolescents in preventing diagnosing and treating mental and behavioral health disorders . I work directly with adolescents to help them with various struggles of life and learn how to develop better coping skills to understand and resolve problems, modify behavior, and make positive long term changes in their lives. I use multiple modalities approaches to address and target presenting issues.
I work with adolescents in preventing diagnosing and treating mental and behavioral health disorders . I work directly with adolescents to help them with various struggles of life and learn how to develop better coping skills to understand and resolve problems, modify behavior, and make positive long term changes in their lives. I use multiple modalities approaches to address and target presenting issues.
(475) 253-5054 View (475) 253-5054
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Scott W Abbott
Psychologist, PsyD, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Haven, CT 06473
We all know life can be tough, and this is especially true for adolescents and young adults in our increasingly turbulent world. My practice, Arete Psychological Services, is designed to address the special needs of adolescents, young adults, and their families. "Arete" is the ancient Greek word for excellence in all aspects of personhood. In the spirit of this idea, I am deeply committed to assisting young people capitalize on what is healthy and resourceful in their nature, in enabling them to use their existing abilities more effectively, to develop new life skills, and mature in positive directions.
We all know life can be tough, and this is especially true for adolescents and young adults in our increasingly turbulent world. My practice, Arete Psychological Services, is designed to address the special needs of adolescents, young adults, and their families. "Arete" is the ancient Greek word for excellence in all aspects of personhood. In the spirit of this idea, I am deeply committed to assisting young people capitalize on what is healthy and resourceful in their nature, in enabling them to use their existing abilities more effectively, to develop new life skills, and mature in positive directions.
(203) 212-9586 View (203) 212-9586
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.