Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Augusta, KS
We all have a story that is uniquely our own and all of us have experienced pain in our lives. Whether or not we have people in our life who are caring and supportive, sometimes we need that added support, an unbiased professional who can empathize and help us process our pain and move forward with our lives.
We all have a story that is uniquely our own and all of us have experienced pain in our lives. Whether or not we have people in our life who are caring and supportive, sometimes we need that added support, an unbiased professional who can empathize and help us process our pain and move forward with our lives.
You're searching for help because something feels off, there's something missing or life has become too chaotic. I am so honored to be able to do this work with you, I want to invite you to feel safe and to know that you will not be judged in our space. Together, we can figure out how to move things forward in your life and fill whatever empty spaces there may be.
You're searching for help because something feels off, there's something missing or life has become too chaotic. I am so honored to be able to do this work with you, I want to invite you to feel safe and to know that you will not be judged in our space. Together, we can figure out how to move things forward in your life and fill whatever empty spaces there may be.
I have been successfully treating children, adults, and marriage issues for over twenty years. My passion is working with children helping them develop to the highest potential possible. Children are people too!! I work out of a non judgmental stance and the highest positive regard for my patients.
I have been successfully treating children, adults, and marriage issues for over twenty years. My passion is working with children helping them develop to the highest potential possible. Children are people too!! I work out of a non judgmental stance and the highest positive regard for my patients.
Kamilah Sharpe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Augusta, KS 67010
Are you feeling set-off by everything, easily triggered, and frustrated with everyone? Maybe it’s the opposite - you feel lonely, sad, and no one loves you. You’re tired of fighting, and you’re exhausted by all the critical comments. You want to feel supported, cared for, and accepted by your friends and family. You need others to understand “It’s not the same” and “I am not you!” You need someone to HEAR you!
Are you feeling set-off by everything, easily triggered, and frustrated with everyone? Maybe it’s the opposite - you feel lonely, sad, and no one loves you. You’re tired of fighting, and you’re exhausted by all the critical comments. You want to feel supported, cared for, and accepted by your friends and family. You need others to understand “It’s not the same” and “I am not you!” You need someone to HEAR you!
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Medication management for anxiety, ADHD, depression, ODD, insomnia, and weight management to people of diverse backgrounds across the lifespan.
Is food noise and binge eating controlling your life? Is your mind like an internet browser with 100 tabs open? Is relaxing harder for you than solving a Rubik's Cube blindfolded? Find yourself worrying about everything from World War III to what’s for dinner? It’s more than just treating symptoms with medications; it’s about understanding the person behind the lived experience. Unsure who to trust and hoping someone will offer you an unbiased and positive approach? Whether you are new to trying medications or have been down this road, I am committed to your personal growth by working with you to meet your goals.
Medication management for anxiety, ADHD, depression, ODD, insomnia, and weight management to people of diverse backgrounds across the lifespan.
Is food noise and binge eating controlling your life? Is your mind like an internet browser with 100 tabs open? Is relaxing harder for you than solving a Rubik's Cube blindfolded? Find yourself worrying about everything from World War III to what’s for dinner? It’s more than just treating symptoms with medications; it’s about understanding the person behind the lived experience. Unsure who to trust and hoping someone will offer you an unbiased and positive approach? Whether you are new to trying medications or have been down this road, I am committed to your personal growth by working with you to meet your goals.
My areas of specialty include psychological assessment and therapy services for children and adolescents. I complete thorough assessments for ADHD, autism, learning disorders, developmental delays, mood, anxiety, and behavioral disorders. Reports include specific recommendations that emphasize and involve the child's strengths. In addition, I provide therapy for children and adolescents who are experiencing a variety of emotional and behavioral difficulties.
My areas of specialty include psychological assessment and therapy services for children and adolescents. I complete thorough assessments for ADHD, autism, learning disorders, developmental delays, mood, anxiety, and behavioral disorders. Reports include specific recommendations that emphasize and involve the child's strengths. In addition, I provide therapy for children and adolescents who are experiencing a variety of emotional and behavioral difficulties.
I help people within their environment. I will help you access community resources and supports to help you be able to focus on your emotional health and functioning. I am seeking individuals, children through adulthood who have a desire to improve their lives. The person seeking my services will know that change starts within themselves. I work with the person and the people (family and/or friends) around that person to empower them to make the best choices for their life and situation. Individuals, couples, and families are all treated in my practice. My office is located in the Delano district in Wichita.
I help people within their environment. I will help you access community resources and supports to help you be able to focus on your emotional health and functioning. I am seeking individuals, children through adulthood who have a desire to improve their lives. The person seeking my services will know that change starts within themselves. I work with the person and the people (family and/or friends) around that person to empower them to make the best choices for their life and situation. Individuals, couples, and families are all treated in my practice. My office is located in the Delano district in Wichita.
Working with children adolescents and young adults, I strive to empower my clients to create lasting bonds and create solutions to improve everyday living in their homes and school environments. I have worked extensively in the foster care system with biological and foster parents, addressing behavioral issues, family of origin issues and family bonding/attachment. I enjoy both in school and in office sessions and working with the entire family to meet the individual needs.
Working with children adolescents and young adults, I strive to empower my clients to create lasting bonds and create solutions to improve everyday living in their homes and school environments. I have worked extensively in the foster care system with biological and foster parents, addressing behavioral issues, family of origin issues and family bonding/attachment. I enjoy both in school and in office sessions and working with the entire family to meet the individual needs.
I have been honored to work with children, adolescents, and adults in the Wichita community since 2009. I believe in providing a supportive environment to empower my clients to find their best solutions. I work with individuals, families, and groups, and have had previous experiences working with families affected by the foster care and juvenile justice systems. As a veteran myself, I have special interest in working with others who have served this country.
I have been honored to work with children, adolescents, and adults in the Wichita community since 2009. I believe in providing a supportive environment to empower my clients to find their best solutions. I work with individuals, families, and groups, and have had previous experiences working with families affected by the foster care and juvenile justice systems. As a veteran myself, I have special interest in working with others who have served this country.
Brenda Grow, LCMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Andover, KS 67002
I am a Clinical Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes each person and each family is unique. The belief that all people deserve and can have a better outlook and hope in life is my driving force in therapy.
I am a Clinical Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes each person and each family is unique. The belief that all people deserve and can have a better outlook and hope in life is my driving force in therapy.
Jennifer Obermueller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Andover, KS 67002
You are the expert of your own life and I will work alongside you to tailor a treatment plan and interventions to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I have experience working with but not limited to abuse, trauma, foster care system/families, juvenile offenders, ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, PTSD, anger management, Anxiety, Depression, sexual orientation and gender issues, grief and loss, and with children, parents, couples, and families. I am a registered play therapist through APT.
You are the expert of your own life and I will work alongside you to tailor a treatment plan and interventions to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I have experience working with but not limited to abuse, trauma, foster care system/families, juvenile offenders, ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, PTSD, anger management, Anxiety, Depression, sexual orientation and gender issues, grief and loss, and with children, parents, couples, and families. I am a registered play therapist through APT.
Thank you for the opportunity to work with you! I am proud you are taking steps in seeking support. I see individuals for therapy sessions, ages 16 and over. I have specialized training in therapeutic models with a trauma focus including EMDR.
Thank you for the opportunity to work with you! I am proud you are taking steps in seeking support. I see individuals for therapy sessions, ages 16 and over. I have specialized training in therapeutic models with a trauma focus including EMDR.
I see t oddlers together with their parents.
I specialize in working with young children and their families. I use age-appropriate interventions to assist children in working towards resolution of the emotional distress that drives problem behaviors. I work closely with parents to support them in learning to reconnect with their children on an emotional level. I work with autistic children and adults who struggle with anxiety and depression. I use a person-centered (and child-centered) philosophy of therapy. I have expertise in working with trauma survivors, especially relational trauma such as sexual abuse and abandonment issues.
I see t oddlers together with their parents.
I specialize in working with young children and their families. I use age-appropriate interventions to assist children in working towards resolution of the emotional distress that drives problem behaviors. I work closely with parents to support them in learning to reconnect with their children on an emotional level. I work with autistic children and adults who struggle with anxiety and depression. I use a person-centered (and child-centered) philosophy of therapy. I have expertise in working with trauma survivors, especially relational trauma such as sexual abuse and abandonment issues.
Melanie A Miller LSCSW llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Andover, KS 67002 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Based on research, training, experience and a lifelong mission to help others, I have spent the last 25+ years supporting others, especially trauma and abuse victims, on their healing journeys. I focus on strengths, potential and capacity, while facilitating an individual healing process. Patients often tell me, "I don't like therapy, but I like working with you!" I bring my whole self to the process. Ultimately, it is your time, your life. There are a lot of ways to be healthy and whole. I am here to support you in becoming your version of healthy and whole!
Based on research, training, experience and a lifelong mission to help others, I have spent the last 25+ years supporting others, especially trauma and abuse victims, on their healing journeys. I focus on strengths, potential and capacity, while facilitating an individual healing process. Patients often tell me, "I don't like therapy, but I like working with you!" I bring my whole self to the process. Ultimately, it is your time, your life. There are a lot of ways to be healthy and whole. I am here to support you in becoming your version of healthy and whole!
I recognize that all families and individuals go through difficult times and believe in a strengths-based approach in helping clients achieve personal goals. I provide therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and children of all ages and enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds. I have worked along side clients dealing with a variety issues including: depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting issues, self-esteem, stress-management and relationship issues as well as families struggling to handle life transitions or going through divorce. I recognize the needs of each client are different and work to create a warm environment best suited for each person.
I recognize that all families and individuals go through difficult times and believe in a strengths-based approach in helping clients achieve personal goals. I provide therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and children of all ages and enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds. I have worked along side clients dealing with a variety issues including: depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting issues, self-esteem, stress-management and relationship issues as well as families struggling to handle life transitions or going through divorce. I recognize the needs of each client are different and work to create a warm environment best suited for each person.
Meagan McKernan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Andover, KS 67002
I have experience working with t oddlers, preschoolers, elementary aged children, adolescents, and their parents.
As a Therapist, I believe it is essential to create a safe and comfortable environment for my clients to create the change they need in their lives. I work with my clients to help them develop the skills they need to make the change they want. I have worked with a wide range of clients and presenting issues. In addition to my master's degree, I am a Certified Play Therapist and have completed Level One Theraplay® training which is an Attachment-Based Play approach for Infants, Children, Adolescents and their parents.
I have experience working with t oddlers, preschoolers, elementary aged children, adolescents, and their parents.
As a Therapist, I believe it is essential to create a safe and comfortable environment for my clients to create the change they need in their lives. I work with my clients to help them develop the skills they need to make the change they want. I have worked with a wide range of clients and presenting issues. In addition to my master's degree, I am a Certified Play Therapist and have completed Level One Theraplay® training which is an Attachment-Based Play approach for Infants, Children, Adolescents and their parents.
Hello, I am Amy Jacobs and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist. Being in this field for the past three decades, I hold a perspective which honors that each person is unique, worthy of dignity and respect while having a need to be understood within one’s individual life and experiences. I find that we all naturally seek to move towards growth and evolvement, towards meaning and purpose, yet sometimes we may struggle in seeking and understanding this in the various life path’s we may be on. Much of my professional walk has focused on fostering growth in the lives of many children and youth.
Hello, I am Amy Jacobs and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist. Being in this field for the past three decades, I hold a perspective which honors that each person is unique, worthy of dignity and respect while having a need to be understood within one’s individual life and experiences. I find that we all naturally seek to move towards growth and evolvement, towards meaning and purpose, yet sometimes we may struggle in seeking and understanding this in the various life path’s we may be on. Much of my professional walk has focused on fostering growth in the lives of many children and youth.
Encounter Freedom Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Andover, KS 67002
Encounter Freedom Therapy Center is a medium sized group practice and Trauma Center. We are committed to walking with our clients as they find healing in our safe, affordable, and understanding environment. All of our therapists are professionally trained, master level therapists (LSCSW, LCP, LCMFT, and TLMFT ), who are committed to continually growing through cutting-edge trainings. As our client, our therapists will walk with you and your family in a relatable and safe way that achieves your personal goals. Our therapists are skilled in working with families, individuals, children, and couples.
Encounter Freedom Therapy Center is a medium sized group practice and Trauma Center. We are committed to walking with our clients as they find healing in our safe, affordable, and understanding environment. All of our therapists are professionally trained, master level therapists (LSCSW, LCP, LCMFT, and TLMFT ), who are committed to continually growing through cutting-edge trainings. As our client, our therapists will walk with you and your family in a relatable and safe way that achieves your personal goals. Our therapists are skilled in working with families, individuals, children, and couples.
Crystal Horsch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Andover, KS 67002
Trusting your therapist is key to healing therapy. Building a strong, trusting, and supportive relationship with clients, creates the foundation for a successful intervention. I have experience with various presenting issues such as: infertility, sexual dysfunction, anxiety, depression, and adolescent issues. I work with couples through Prepare Enrich and Couples Communication. I am also EMDR certified, which helps to provide a trauma based therapy. I am passionate about learning of a client's story and providing the necessary tools, skills, and education to help the client overcome their struggles. I seek to help clients improve their quality of life.
Trusting your therapist is key to healing therapy. Building a strong, trusting, and supportive relationship with clients, creates the foundation for a successful intervention. I have experience with various presenting issues such as: infertility, sexual dysfunction, anxiety, depression, and adolescent issues. I work with couples through Prepare Enrich and Couples Communication. I am also EMDR certified, which helps to provide a trauma based therapy. I am passionate about learning of a client's story and providing the necessary tools, skills, and education to help the client overcome their struggles. I seek to help clients improve their quality of life.
Josh Larson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW , 12882
Verified Verified
Andover, KS 67002
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel that you have lost your sense of self? Do you wonder where to start in making life a bit easier? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and uncertain about finding their place in life. I offer therapy for teens, adults, and couples. We will start with an in-depth assessment of the struggles you are facing. After that, we will clearly define which areas of your life you would like to see a difference in. I believe everyone has the energy within themselves to succeed and heal. I would consider it a privilege to assist you in your journey to find that energy.
Do you feel that you have lost your sense of self? Do you wonder where to start in making life a bit easier? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and uncertain about finding their place in life. I offer therapy for teens, adults, and couples. We will start with an in-depth assessment of the struggles you are facing. After that, we will clearly define which areas of your life you would like to see a difference in. I believe everyone has the energy within themselves to succeed and heal. I would consider it a privilege to assist you in your journey to find that energy.
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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.