Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Newtown, PA
I work with young children and their families to address behavioral challenges. Children diagnosied with ASD, OCD, ODD, ADHD, anxiety, depression in addition to neurotypical children engaging in problem behaviors.
I work with young children and their families to address behavioral challenges. Children diagnosied with ASD, OCD, ODD, ADHD, anxiety, depression in addition to neurotypical children engaging in problem behaviors.
I have worked with individuals, children and families struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, marital issues, infertility struggles, oppositional defiance and autism spectrum disorders, among others.
I am a Newtown based psychotherapist with a focus on family-based counseling. I am a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in Psychology and Holy Family University with a Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling.
I have worked with individuals, children and families struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, marital issues, infertility struggles, oppositional defiance and autism spectrum disorders, among others.
I am a Newtown based psychotherapist with a focus on family-based counseling. I am a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in Psychology and Holy Family University with a Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling.
Brian Alexander Young
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA, LPC, LBS, BCBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newtown, PA 18940 (Online Only)
I specialize in adolescents and teens, as well as adults, who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, relational issues, ODD, and working with individuals with special needs and their families.
The connection one makes with their therapist is what makes or breaks the progress that can be made in therapy. I pride myself in my ability to connect with my clients. If you feel you can’t seem to find the right connection for yourself or your child, I’m the guy to call! I don't treat a diagnosis, disability, or disorder...I treat people. I believe anyone and everyone can benefit from the therapeutic process, if they put the necessary work in. Remember, a healthy mind can have a global impact on one's emotional and physical well being.
I specialize in adolescents and teens, as well as adults, who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, relational issues, ODD, and working with individuals with special needs and their families.
The connection one makes with their therapist is what makes or breaks the progress that can be made in therapy. I pride myself in my ability to connect with my clients. If you feel you can’t seem to find the right connection for yourself or your child, I’m the guy to call! I don't treat a diagnosis, disability, or disorder...I treat people. I believe anyone and everyone can benefit from the therapeutic process, if they put the necessary work in. Remember, a healthy mind can have a global impact on one's emotional and physical well being.
All persons are unique and valuable deserving of respect and dignity. I have worked with all age groups in many settings (including Jewish Community Centers, Wraparound, prison, outpatient therapy) with individuals, families and with groups. My Masters degree is in Social Work and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both PA and NJ. I am EMDR trained (a therapy which has proven to be very successful with single incident trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). EMDR is currently being used for a variety of concerns including Anxiety, Depression and pain ailments such as Fibromyalgia and Migraine Headaches.
All persons are unique and valuable deserving of respect and dignity. I have worked with all age groups in many settings (including Jewish Community Centers, Wraparound, prison, outpatient therapy) with individuals, families and with groups. My Masters degree is in Social Work and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both PA and NJ. I am EMDR trained (a therapy which has proven to be very successful with single incident trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). EMDR is currently being used for a variety of concerns including Anxiety, Depression and pain ailments such as Fibromyalgia and Migraine Headaches.
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
I work best with people who have difficulty connecting how their current role relates to a personal problem. If you often respond to stressful situations in similar ways with little resolve and are left feeling misunderstood (anxious) and/or alone (depressed), this is an example of learned behaviors that becomes more casual for people over time. I one-on-one coach to promote change and help develop realistic tools that assist you in-the-moment as a life event unfolds. Using a straightforward approach I can improve your insight, discourage old habits and improve your personal control.
I work best with people who have difficulty connecting how their current role relates to a personal problem. If you often respond to stressful situations in similar ways with little resolve and are left feeling misunderstood (anxious) and/or alone (depressed), this is an example of learned behaviors that becomes more casual for people over time. I one-on-one coach to promote change and help develop realistic tools that assist you in-the-moment as a life event unfolds. Using a straightforward approach I can improve your insight, discourage old habits and improve your personal control.
Choosing a therapist to work with you or your family can be an overwhelming process. I strive to create a warm and supportive environment where my clients feel safe and able to share their thoughts and feelings. I believe that everyone is capable of evolving in a positive way to make improvements in their daily life and relationships. Working collaboratively with my clients I provide the skills and techniques for personal growth and healthy relationships. My services include: family counseling, relationship counseling, child/adolescent therapy, and parenting support.
Choosing a therapist to work with you or your family can be an overwhelming process. I strive to create a warm and supportive environment where my clients feel safe and able to share their thoughts and feelings. I believe that everyone is capable of evolving in a positive way to make improvements in their daily life and relationships. Working collaboratively with my clients I provide the skills and techniques for personal growth and healthy relationships. My services include: family counseling, relationship counseling, child/adolescent therapy, and parenting support.
Samantha Heeren
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newtown, PA 18940
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about working with individuals and families as they navigate different transitions throughout their lives. I value my relationships with my clients and focus on providing them a safe space to open up and feel heard. Looking at ourselves and making changes for the better can be a very difficult thing to do, therefore, I make sure to approach therapy with my clients in an authentic, direct, and collaborative way.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about working with individuals and families as they navigate different transitions throughout their lives. I value my relationships with my clients and focus on providing them a safe space to open up and feel heard. Looking at ourselves and making changes for the better can be a very difficult thing to do, therefore, I make sure to approach therapy with my clients in an authentic, direct, and collaborative way.
I currently have availability for testing and evaluations! I specialize in psychological assessment and testing, for children, adolescents, and adults, including: Psychoeducational testing (to determine IQ and potential learning disabilities), testing for Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and executive function testing, neuropsychological testing, personality testing, projective testing, behavioral assessments, adoption evaluations, testing for mood disorders, testing to determine readiness for bariatric surgery, and testing to determine readiness for a spine stimulator. I also provide therapy for individuals ages 4-26 years old.
I currently have availability for testing and evaluations! I specialize in psychological assessment and testing, for children, adolescents, and adults, including: Psychoeducational testing (to determine IQ and potential learning disabilities), testing for Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and executive function testing, neuropsychological testing, personality testing, projective testing, behavioral assessments, adoption evaluations, testing for mood disorders, testing to determine readiness for bariatric surgery, and testing to determine readiness for a spine stimulator. I also provide therapy for individuals ages 4-26 years old.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions or persistent negative thoughts? Maybe you're finding it hard to express your needs to loved ones, or you're feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety and depression. I primarily focus on treating anxiety, depression, & mood disorders while also supporting clients with coping skills development, life transitions, substance use, & relationship issues. My focus is to help you regain control over your emotions, find lasting relief from emotional distress, and achieve a sense of inner peace and happiness.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions or persistent negative thoughts? Maybe you're finding it hard to express your needs to loved ones, or you're feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety and depression. I primarily focus on treating anxiety, depression, & mood disorders while also supporting clients with coping skills development, life transitions, substance use, & relationship issues. My focus is to help you regain control over your emotions, find lasting relief from emotional distress, and achieve a sense of inner peace and happiness.
Everyone's journey in life is different, but invariably along the way we encounter some bumps in the road, or sometimes it seems they are more like mountains. Whatever has led you to seek help today, know that you are making a good decision by taking the first step toward finding a solution. My approach to therapy is individualized, with an emphasis on each person's unique needs and strengths. I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the crucial elements to your success. It is through this collaboration that we can find solutions and restore balance to your life.
Everyone's journey in life is different, but invariably along the way we encounter some bumps in the road, or sometimes it seems they are more like mountains. Whatever has led you to seek help today, know that you are making a good decision by taking the first step toward finding a solution. My approach to therapy is individualized, with an emphasis on each person's unique needs and strengths. I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the crucial elements to your success. It is through this collaboration that we can find solutions and restore balance to your life.
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Life presents us with challenges at every phase, and sometimes collaboration with a trained professional helps to weather the storms of life and promote growth and happiness. In my work with children, teens, and adults, I strive to create a safe accepting environment, so my clients can openly express their throughts and feelings and explore their concerns. My treatment is comprehensive in nature and carefully designed to promote self-awareness and address the unique needs of each individual.
Life presents us with challenges at every phase, and sometimes collaboration with a trained professional helps to weather the storms of life and promote growth and happiness. In my work with children, teens, and adults, I strive to create a safe accepting environment, so my clients can openly express their throughts and feelings and explore their concerns. My treatment is comprehensive in nature and carefully designed to promote self-awareness and address the unique needs of each individual.
Navigating mental health is challenging, and beginning the journey of therapy takes courage and strength. I am here with empathy, expertise, and effective tools to help you toward your goals. I invite you to reach out so that we can discuss your unique needs and how cognitive-behavioral therapy can be tailored to support them.
Navigating mental health is challenging, and beginning the journey of therapy takes courage and strength. I am here with empathy, expertise, and effective tools to help you toward your goals. I invite you to reach out so that we can discuss your unique needs and how cognitive-behavioral therapy can be tailored to support them.
My goal is to provide each client an opportunity to express their thoughts, and feelings, in a nonjudgmental safe space. It is central to me that you feel heard and understood. The therapeutic process is a collaborated approach meeting each individual where they are currently at, and developing a style that works best for their well-being. My style is warm and welcoming with an emphasis on interpersonal strength and the encouragement of positive mindsets to enhance daily functioning.
My goal is to provide each client an opportunity to express their thoughts, and feelings, in a nonjudgmental safe space. It is central to me that you feel heard and understood. The therapeutic process is a collaborated approach meeting each individual where they are currently at, and developing a style that works best for their well-being. My style is warm and welcoming with an emphasis on interpersonal strength and the encouragement of positive mindsets to enhance daily functioning.
Determining that you need counseling, is not an easy decision. No matter what that final thing is that makes you come to counseling, you will find support. The goal is to help you identify the problem, come up with solutions, and move on with your life. Clients that are depressed, anxious, struggling with life skills, lack organization or focus, peer relationship struggles, and many more issues, will work to create a plan to make better life choices, be more mindful, and build happiness into their lives.
Determining that you need counseling, is not an easy decision. No matter what that final thing is that makes you come to counseling, you will find support. The goal is to help you identify the problem, come up with solutions, and move on with your life. Clients that are depressed, anxious, struggling with life skills, lack organization or focus, peer relationship struggles, and many more issues, will work to create a plan to make better life choices, be more mindful, and build happiness into their lives.
Carly Fuerst
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LBS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newtown, PA 18940
Vivian Green (2006) said it best; “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s about learning to dance in the rain.” Let’s be honest, this storm isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. “Weather” you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or hopelessness, I’m here to support you.
Vivian Green (2006) said it best; “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s about learning to dance in the rain.” Let’s be honest, this storm isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. “Weather” you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or hopelessness, I’m here to support you.
Welcome to finding peace and happiness in your life again. Sometimes it can feel like peace and happiness are out of your grasp, but I am here to remind you that healing is possible for you. We all have times in our lives when we are struggling and need to know that help and support is there for us. Together you and I can find that path for you. I will help you to feel good about yourself and your life. Here you will find a place where you are always accepted.
Welcome to finding peace and happiness in your life again. Sometimes it can feel like peace and happiness are out of your grasp, but I am here to remind you that healing is possible for you. We all have times in our lives when we are struggling and need to know that help and support is there for us. Together you and I can find that path for you. I will help you to feel good about yourself and your life. Here you will find a place where you are always accepted.
Psychotherapy can be a powerful healing tool. I have seen individuals make dramatic changes leading to greater joy and confidence in their lives. Working with a therapist who genuinely cares and listens without judgement is transformative. One can begin to perceive issues in a new way and move on to a more balanced, productive life.
Psychotherapy can be a powerful healing tool. I have seen individuals make dramatic changes leading to greater joy and confidence in their lives. Working with a therapist who genuinely cares and listens without judgement is transformative. One can begin to perceive issues in a new way and move on to a more balanced, productive life.
Christine J. Markow
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PhD, CBTcert, Covid19
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newtown, PA 18940
With 23 years of clinical experience in pediatric and adult clinical medical psychology, I value addressing psychological wellness through a comprehensive systems approach. My therapeutic training is based in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).I believe each client plays an active role in their customized treatment to address their concerns, expand insight and achieve desired goals. I have specialized training in anxiety and depressive disorders, cyber bullying, chronic pain, stress, eating disorders, transitions associated with divorce, GI disorders & behavioral modification. For more information go to www.drchristinemarkow.com
With 23 years of clinical experience in pediatric and adult clinical medical psychology, I value addressing psychological wellness through a comprehensive systems approach. My therapeutic training is based in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).I believe each client plays an active role in their customized treatment to address their concerns, expand insight and achieve desired goals. I have specialized training in anxiety and depressive disorders, cyber bullying, chronic pain, stress, eating disorders, transitions associated with divorce, GI disorders & behavioral modification. For more information go to www.drchristinemarkow.com
Newtown Therapy & Wellness Center is founded on the belief that individuals have the innate ability to change and self-actualize. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couples, group and family sessions. Our providers conduct psycho-educational, ADHD and psychological assessment services. Our methodology involves encouraging clients to be actively involved in their treatment. We rely heavily on an interpersonal model of therapy while incorporating aspects of dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and solution-focused techniques. We are a gender affirming space.
Newtown Therapy & Wellness Center is founded on the belief that individuals have the innate ability to change and self-actualize. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couples, group and family sessions. Our providers conduct psycho-educational, ADHD and psychological assessment services. Our methodology involves encouraging clients to be actively involved in their treatment. We rely heavily on an interpersonal model of therapy while incorporating aspects of dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and solution-focused techniques. We are a gender affirming space.
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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.