Therapists in Mendham, NJ
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![Photo of Nyree Tchalikian, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4092cb8e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Nyree Tchalikian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Madison, NJ 07940
With over 14 years of experience as a Mental Health professional, which includes a ten year role as a Senior Investigator with the Department of Children and Families, Nyree has experience dealing with domestic violence, life transitions, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, impulse control, family issues, parenting skills, adolescent issues, substance abuse, trauma, panic disorder, self harm, and anger management. Drawing on this experience, she is currently serving as a private practitioner, helping her clients gain stability in their lives by better managing life's challenges, thereby creating the ability to identify distorted thinking and beliefs. Nyree is available for in office sessions and video conferencing.
With over 14 years of experience as a Mental Health professional, which includes a ten year role as a Senior Investigator with the Department of Children and Families, Nyree has experience dealing with domestic violence, life transitions, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, impulse control, family issues, parenting skills, adolescent issues, substance abuse, trauma, panic disorder, self harm, and anger management. Drawing on this experience, she is currently serving as a private practitioner, helping her clients gain stability in their lives by better managing life's challenges, thereby creating the ability to identify distorted thinking and beliefs. Nyree is available for in office sessions and video conferencing.
![Photo of Carmen Lynn Hodges, PsyD, LCADC, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/535c5fdc-d5e2-46c5-bed8-510ceaf4eaca/1/320x400.png)
Carmen Lynn Hodges
Psychologist, PsyD, LCADC
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 (Online Only)
I am a NJ Licensed Psychologist & a NJ Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor with more than 30 years experience. I use a biopsychosocial model of assessment. I have worked in a number of places including: a domestic violence shelter, prisons, drug treatment facilities, colleges, a high school, nursing facilities, Joint Base MDL & Disability Determinations. I provide Telemedicine Only treatment (not face to face). for State of NJ Residents Only. We meet through a therapy portal. I do not provide couples, or family therapy, or treatment in Spanish. Emails with a phone number typically get a faster response.
I am a NJ Licensed Psychologist & a NJ Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor with more than 30 years experience. I use a biopsychosocial model of assessment. I have worked in a number of places including: a domestic violence shelter, prisons, drug treatment facilities, colleges, a high school, nursing facilities, Joint Base MDL & Disability Determinations. I provide Telemedicine Only treatment (not face to face). for State of NJ Residents Only. We meet through a therapy portal. I do not provide couples, or family therapy, or treatment in Spanish. Emails with a phone number typically get a faster response.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Leah June-Slowik, LSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c1f5fdb4-01b3-48e3-b265-435aff1002ba/2/320x400.jpeg)
Leah, a Licensed Social Worker, has over 8 years of experience providing case management and therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. Leah received her BSW from Georgian Court University and her MSW from Monmouth University. She has worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, Autism, ADHD, ODD, behavioral and cognitive disabilities, relationship issues, and parenting problems. The evidence-based modalities she utilizes in therapy are CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused Therapy, and Play Therapy.
Leah, a Licensed Social Worker, has over 8 years of experience providing case management and therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. Leah received her BSW from Georgian Court University and her MSW from Monmouth University. She has worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, Autism, ADHD, ODD, behavioral and cognitive disabilities, relationship issues, and parenting problems. The evidence-based modalities she utilizes in therapy are CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused Therapy, and Play Therapy.
![Photo of Courtney Carlin, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dea6a652-8554-4db0-8011-15c622ecbe56/1/320x400.jpeg)
The goal is cultivating change, fostering connection, and empowering you and your family to make the changes needed. I am here to help you and your child be as successful as possible in all areas of life. I specialize in child and adolescent therapy. I utilize evidence based treatment in working with children and their families to decrease oppositional behavior, improving the ability to follow directions, and decreasing anxiety and depression. My experience also includes couples, divorce, co-parenting, and family therapy. I have over 15 years of experience working with children and their families in all settings.
The goal is cultivating change, fostering connection, and empowering you and your family to make the changes needed. I am here to help you and your child be as successful as possible in all areas of life. I specialize in child and adolescent therapy. I utilize evidence based treatment in working with children and their families to decrease oppositional behavior, improving the ability to follow directions, and decreasing anxiety and depression. My experience also includes couples, divorce, co-parenting, and family therapy. I have over 15 years of experience working with children and their families in all settings.
![Photo of Rik Fire, MSW, LCSW, LISW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/024bdf9b-2dee-4b6c-9cd0-e16f21147818/1/320x400.jpeg)
Rik Fire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
![Photo of Tyisha Gaskin - Footprints to Feel Better, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b3574a29-4417-467f-9845-0d001d975e2e/1/320x400.png)
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
![Photo of Brian Stemetzki, LCSW, NBCCH, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3df77159-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Brian Stemetzki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012
Brian Stemetzki is a LCSW specializing in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice in Turnersville, NJ. Brian is the director and main therapist for A Better Tomorrow Counseling Services. With over 15 years experience in social work, and as a graduate of Rutgers University specializing in counseling therapy, he is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are Hypnotherapy, Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Brian Stemetzki is a LCSW specializing in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice in Turnersville, NJ. Brian is the director and main therapist for A Better Tomorrow Counseling Services. With over 15 years experience in social work, and as a graduate of Rutgers University specializing in counseling therapy, he is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are Hypnotherapy, Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
![Photo of Faith Benford, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5af589eb-e0a1-4dea-afa4-c0b32039d510/2/320x400.jpeg)
Faith Benford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Eatontown, NJ 07724 (Online Only)
My ideal clients are women who've recently realized they've suffered from narcissistic abuse. These brave individuals seek therapy whilst feeling sad, confused, scared, and angry, torn between the truth and the illusion of their past relationships. At first, they struggle to identify and express their needs due to codependency. My goal is to provide compassionate support and guidance to help them navigate this challenging journey towards healing and self-discovery.
My ideal clients are women who've recently realized they've suffered from narcissistic abuse. These brave individuals seek therapy whilst feeling sad, confused, scared, and angry, torn between the truth and the illusion of their past relationships. At first, they struggle to identify and express their needs due to codependency. My goal is to provide compassionate support and guidance to help them navigate this challenging journey towards healing and self-discovery.
![Photo of Louise Doucette - DBT at Village Counseling Services, DO, DrNP, PhD, LCSW, LPC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46e67802-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
DBT at Village Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DO, DrNP, PhD, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Village Counseling Services provides intensive, individualized Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) treatment by maintaining a small therapist-to-client ratio and by offering DBT skills training in small groups. DBT is a highly practical, evidence-based direct form of therapy which emphasizes working toward the life you want to live by integrating acceptance and change with cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and mindfulness. This approach is highly effective for those who have difficulty regulating intense emotions.
Village Counseling Services provides intensive, individualized Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) treatment by maintaining a small therapist-to-client ratio and by offering DBT skills training in small groups. DBT is a highly practical, evidence-based direct form of therapy which emphasizes working toward the life you want to live by integrating acceptance and change with cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and mindfulness. This approach is highly effective for those who have difficulty regulating intense emotions.
![Photo of Roderick Alan Murphy - Murphy Counseling & Consulting LLC, MHS-C, LCADC, LPC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4887d3c2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Murphy Counseling & Consulting LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MHS-C, LCADC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (Online Only)
Over 30 years experience in the Human Services field: Marriage/Couples counseling, Separation Mediation, Multi-talent in Behavioral Health, Mental health Disorders, Substance abuse & Addiction disorders, and Co-occurring & Dual diagnosis disorders populations. Dedicated as a professional to ensure that the health and well being of the consumers are met and that each consumer receive the proper individualized treatment course of action with professional and ethical implementation. I also provide Tele-Therapy/Health sessions. I am also a Veteran of the Armed Forces "Army"..... And open to my brother & sister Veterans to server.
Over 30 years experience in the Human Services field: Marriage/Couples counseling, Separation Mediation, Multi-talent in Behavioral Health, Mental health Disorders, Substance abuse & Addiction disorders, and Co-occurring & Dual diagnosis disorders populations. Dedicated as a professional to ensure that the health and well being of the consumers are met and that each consumer receive the proper individualized treatment course of action with professional and ethical implementation. I also provide Tele-Therapy/Health sessions. I am also a Veteran of the Armed Forces "Army"..... And open to my brother & sister Veterans to server.
![Photo of Kate Mattleman, LCSW, RN, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/eb361a52-0c1c-4780-a49c-708b01c4dc5c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kate Mattleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Linwood, NJ 08221
Mending Minds, Healing Hearts, LLC works with children, adolescents, young adults to older adults. We work with individuals, couples, families, groups and provide support to schools, hospitals and other providers. Our services are offered to people of all cultures, gender identification, race, religion and spiritual beliefs.
Mending Minds, Healing Hearts, LLC works with children, adolescents, young adults to older adults. We work with individuals, couples, families, groups and provide support to schools, hospitals and other providers. Our services are offered to people of all cultures, gender identification, race, religion and spiritual beliefs.
![Photo of Christina Duggan, LCSW, ACSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c2226f3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
This is my 24th year as a private psychotherapist. I specialize in the treatment of emotional/behavioral issues. I treat children, adolescents, and adults. I am an individual, couples, and family therapist. I am also a divorce mediator. I can also provide evaluations for hormone therapy, gender reassignment surgery, and medical marijuana. Give me a call and we can discuss your situation. I hope my positive energy can help you!
This is my 24th year as a private psychotherapist. I specialize in the treatment of emotional/behavioral issues. I treat children, adolescents, and adults. I am an individual, couples, and family therapist. I am also a divorce mediator. I can also provide evaluations for hormone therapy, gender reassignment surgery, and medical marijuana. Give me a call and we can discuss your situation. I hope my positive energy can help you!
![Photo of Jessica Pescatore, MA, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d221c851-8c7f-4461-94b2-23aa15e20c57/1/320x400.jpeg)
You deserve to have the chance to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up each morning. My purpose is to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying this experience as much as possible and the opportunity to experience yourself in new ways. I am passionate about taking the time to establish the therapeutic relationship to make you feel comfortable sharing and growing throughout the journey. I believe that each person has their own unique set of goals and therapy is a valuable process directed specifically for you.
You deserve to have the chance to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up each morning. My purpose is to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying this experience as much as possible and the opportunity to experience yourself in new ways. I am passionate about taking the time to establish the therapeutic relationship to make you feel comfortable sharing and growing throughout the journey. I believe that each person has their own unique set of goals and therapy is a valuable process directed specifically for you.
![Photo of LAKESHA N Israel, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/96f97087-08d2-4297-b521-4c7eb22bab76/2/320x400.jpeg)
I utilized both an Integrative Therapy approach with my clients, based on what is best for my client's to meet their individual needs and well as CBT/Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am certified in CBT and Trauma Focused- CBT. Look to gain an improved overall sense of well-being, elimination of troubled symptoms, and less difficulty talking about and dealing with emotions.
I utilized both an Integrative Therapy approach with my clients, based on what is best for my client's to meet their individual needs and well as CBT/Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am certified in CBT and Trauma Focused- CBT. Look to gain an improved overall sense of well-being, elimination of troubled symptoms, and less difficulty talking about and dealing with emotions.
![Photo of Melissa MacDonald - HBH Counseling, LLC, MA, LPC, LCADC, NCC, ACS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d101ed3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
HBH Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Brick, NJ 08723
Philosophers, poets, religious and spiritual leaders, all talk about the human condition. But what does it mean for the rest of us? Everyone runs into situations that produce anxiety, depression, disappointment, a need to make difficult decisions, tension in relationships, and other "discomforts" that we wish would go away. Sometimes we figure out how to get through these situations on our own but sometimes we need a little help. That's where we come in. HBH Counseling is a group of therapists dedicated to providing effective, evidence based therapy to help you to address life's situations, big and small.
Philosophers, poets, religious and spiritual leaders, all talk about the human condition. But what does it mean for the rest of us? Everyone runs into situations that produce anxiety, depression, disappointment, a need to make difficult decisions, tension in relationships, and other "discomforts" that we wish would go away. Sometimes we figure out how to get through these situations on our own but sometimes we need a little help. That's where we come in. HBH Counseling is a group of therapists dedicated to providing effective, evidence based therapy to help you to address life's situations, big and small.
![Photo of Melissa Pirnos - Lakeside Counseling Associates, LLC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/48a33b47-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Lakeside Counseling Associates is a multi-specialty group private practice, offering behavioral health services to adults, children and adolescents. We provide individual counseling, couples counseling, family therapy and group therapy in a calm and relaxing outpatient setting. In addition to office visits, we offer teletherapy services as an option. Our diverse team of mental health professionals are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care, personalized for each individual's needs. All of our therapists are experienced licensed professionals with a wide range of specialties and qualifications.
Lakeside Counseling Associates is a multi-specialty group private practice, offering behavioral health services to adults, children and adolescents. We provide individual counseling, couples counseling, family therapy and group therapy in a calm and relaxing outpatient setting. In addition to office visits, we offer teletherapy services as an option. Our diverse team of mental health professionals are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care, personalized for each individual's needs. All of our therapists are experienced licensed professionals with a wide range of specialties and qualifications.
![Photo of Jane Bohn, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f0c44718-ed0c-4b48-9c3e-5a62fb986531/3/320x400.jpeg)
Jane has a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. Prior to starting in the mental health field 6 years ago, Jane spent 27 years working in long term care and ran grief and loss and caregiver support groups. Jane also has experience working with the special needs population and has an adult son with Autism so she has personal experience advocating for this population and an understanding of the challenges faced by this population and their families.
Jane has a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. Prior to starting in the mental health field 6 years ago, Jane spent 27 years working in long term care and ran grief and loss and caregiver support groups. Jane also has experience working with the special needs population and has an adult son with Autism so she has personal experience advocating for this population and an understanding of the challenges faced by this population and their families.
![Photo of Nina Garland - Footprints to Feel Better, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2d886205-9192-4985-b877-6f78c0f6150e/2/320x400.png)
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Footprints began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Footprints began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
![Photo of Jeffrey W. Cox Jr., MS, LPC, LCADC, ACS, ABA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0ae0ce4f-df72-406c-b4d7-4da1dc9705c4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jeffrey W. Cox Jr.
Counselor, MS, LPC, LCADC, ACS, ABA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sicklerville, NJ 08081
Good day to you! My educational background is in Clinical Psychology and Counseling Psychology with a Post Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. I began my career in providing behavioral and mental healthcare services in 2004. Since that time, I have devoted myself to helping youth, adolescents, and adults address neurodiverse needs. In June of 2016, I founded Beautiful Minds to meet the mental and behavioral health needs of youth, families, and adults living in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Good day to you! My educational background is in Clinical Psychology and Counseling Psychology with a Post Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. I began my career in providing behavioral and mental healthcare services in 2004. Since that time, I have devoted myself to helping youth, adolescents, and adults address neurodiverse needs. In June of 2016, I founded Beautiful Minds to meet the mental and behavioral health needs of youth, families, and adults living in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
![Photo of Joe Adams - Dr. Joe Adams, PsyD, LPC, LCADC, CCS, ACS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c9ee0cbf-ea6d-4682-bdb8-7b38a78e7562/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Joe Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, LCADC, CCS, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northfield, NJ 08225
Dr. Joe Adams is a dually licensed, seasoned psychotherapist who treats people with various mental health and addiction needs. Dr. Adams enjoys helping patients achieve optimal mental and emotional well-being, particularly working with people interested in overcoming social anxiety, self-esteem/confidence issues, trauma, sexuality and identity development, sexual performance challenges, pornography and masturbation addictions, drug and alcohol problems, sustaining recovery/relapse prevention, and performing evaluations for substance abuse, mental health, and drug and alcohol testing/monitoring whether for personal or court purposes.
Dr. Joe Adams is a dually licensed, seasoned psychotherapist who treats people with various mental health and addiction needs. Dr. Adams enjoys helping patients achieve optimal mental and emotional well-being, particularly working with people interested in overcoming social anxiety, self-esteem/confidence issues, trauma, sexuality and identity development, sexual performance challenges, pornography and masturbation addictions, drug and alcohol problems, sustaining recovery/relapse prevention, and performing evaluations for substance abuse, mental health, and drug and alcohol testing/monitoring whether for personal or court purposes.
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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.