Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Centralia, WA
Avoiding the Couch, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Centralia, WA 98531
Waitlist for new clients
I seek to provide support for healthy change, personal growth, and healing. Together we will identify specific areas to explore and then create a plan to work towards positive lasting change. We will focus on building healthy coping skills to manage current symptoms and future challenges. Specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), working across a variety of mental health symptoms, assisting to increase focus, flexibility, ability to cope with pain, building interpersonal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and problem solving.
I seek to provide support for healthy change, personal growth, and healing. Together we will identify specific areas to explore and then create a plan to work towards positive lasting change. We will focus on building healthy coping skills to manage current symptoms and future challenges. Specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), working across a variety of mental health symptoms, assisting to increase focus, flexibility, ability to cope with pain, building interpersonal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and problem solving.
I have worked in the Mental Health Field for 42 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 29 of those 42 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and families. I work with clients of all ages who struggle with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PTSD, Alcohol/Drug Addictions, Family/Parenting, Marital, Sex Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Career Concerns, Self-Esteem Issues, Spirituality Issues, Law Enforcement Personnel Issues, Military Personnel Issues, Athletics, and much more.
I have worked in the Mental Health Field for 42 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 29 of those 42 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and families. I work with clients of all ages who struggle with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PTSD, Alcohol/Drug Addictions, Family/Parenting, Marital, Sex Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Career Concerns, Self-Esteem Issues, Spirituality Issues, Law Enforcement Personnel Issues, Military Personnel Issues, Athletics, and much more.
Accepting new clients. Life can be hard, challenging, and at times can feel truly hopeless. There are times you may experience life controlled by intense emotions or paralyzing anxiety/fear and detached numbness takes over. Traumatic memories that are overwhelming, causing insomnia or night terrors. Relationships suffering from conflict, lack of intimacy, and distraction are inevitable. Teen conflict, locked in power struggles without solutions that result in endless frustration dominating your time. There IS hope! Learn to implement key changes and create shifts to overcome even the most challenging obstacles.
Accepting new clients. Life can be hard, challenging, and at times can feel truly hopeless. There are times you may experience life controlled by intense emotions or paralyzing anxiety/fear and detached numbness takes over. Traumatic memories that are overwhelming, causing insomnia or night terrors. Relationships suffering from conflict, lack of intimacy, and distraction are inevitable. Teen conflict, locked in power struggles without solutions that result in endless frustration dominating your time. There IS hope! Learn to implement key changes and create shifts to overcome even the most challenging obstacles.
The therapeutic relationship should empower an individual to regain ownership of their life, shifting negative self-talk and other impacts of trauma; allowing for holistic healing and growth. It is my hope to actively walk alongside my client as they work to create their peace; ultimately gaining an improvement in positive self-awareness and optimism, with a side of lasting security and emotional health.
The therapeutic relationship should empower an individual to regain ownership of their life, shifting negative self-talk and other impacts of trauma; allowing for holistic healing and growth. It is my hope to actively walk alongside my client as they work to create their peace; ultimately gaining an improvement in positive self-awareness and optimism, with a side of lasting security and emotional health.
Dr. David Simonsen Ph.d. Lmft
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Centralia, WA 98531
When your brooding, moody teen just won't listen and your partner isn't much help either, what's a stressed out, overwhelmed parent like you to do? Pick up the phone and give me a call. Why? Because even though arguments and communication conflicts can make it feel like your family members are from an entirely different planet, there really are some secrets to bring peace, calm, and order to the chaos. I help people with depression who want to feel better in life. I help parents needing parenting skills. I help couples needing to find better ways of communication. I work with military, first responders and veterans to cope with life
When your brooding, moody teen just won't listen and your partner isn't much help either, what's a stressed out, overwhelmed parent like you to do? Pick up the phone and give me a call. Why? Because even though arguments and communication conflicts can make it feel like your family members are from an entirely different planet, there really are some secrets to bring peace, calm, and order to the chaos. I help people with depression who want to feel better in life. I help parents needing parenting skills. I help couples needing to find better ways of communication. I work with military, first responders and veterans to cope with life
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Through a person-centered humanistic approach, Rudy hopes to meet people where they are at. He is honored to support those doing the hard work of facing their challenges and be a part of the healing process. He also draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and strength-based therapy to help guide those seeking to connect thoughts and behaviors and encourage self-efficacy. Play therapy also informs his work with children, teens, and families.
Through a person-centered humanistic approach, Rudy hopes to meet people where they are at. He is honored to support those doing the hard work of facing their challenges and be a part of the healing process. He also draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and strength-based therapy to help guide those seeking to connect thoughts and behaviors and encourage self-efficacy. Play therapy also informs his work with children, teens, and families.
David A Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chehalis, WA 98532
Waitlist for new clients
It often starts with the unexpected. Unexpected news, unanticipated turns, unforeseen circumstances, and sometimes the unimaginable. It is at these times we can often feel powerless, afraid, confused, and uncertain. Change for some can be unwelcomed and for other’s change doesn’t seem to come soon enough. We cannot always choose what we go through, but we can choose how we go through it. Many seek therapy due to hard-fought battles with a variety of life issues, such as depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship problems, parenting challenges, and experiences from the past that keep them from moving forward.
It often starts with the unexpected. Unexpected news, unanticipated turns, unforeseen circumstances, and sometimes the unimaginable. It is at these times we can often feel powerless, afraid, confused, and uncertain. Change for some can be unwelcomed and for other’s change doesn’t seem to come soon enough. We cannot always choose what we go through, but we can choose how we go through it. Many seek therapy due to hard-fought battles with a variety of life issues, such as depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship problems, parenting challenges, and experiences from the past that keep them from moving forward.
Michael A Partee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Rochester, WA 98579 (Online Only)
I believe that people can - and do - change and everyone is the expert of their own life. Walking along side individuals/families in their journey, I draw on skills from CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, and relational therapy to identify and expand upon strengths and goals; increase awareness of thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors to better understand ourselves; and establish effective problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication skills. My primary objective is to work myself out of a job; reach out to find out more!
I believe that people can - and do - change and everyone is the expert of their own life. Walking along side individuals/families in their journey, I draw on skills from CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, and relational therapy to identify and expand upon strengths and goals; increase awareness of thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors to better understand ourselves; and establish effective problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication skills. My primary objective is to work myself out of a job; reach out to find out more!
Online Therapists
Tracy L Stewart
Counselor, MA, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98105 (Online Only)
Parents and caregivers are an integral part of our work to support children (ages 3-18) cope with trauma - including abuse, anxiety, depression, anger, oppositional behavior, ADHD, or relating to others.
Email for +-WaitList Only-+ I center experiences of Black, Indigenous, & other world-majority cultures, & LGBTQIA+. I appreciate the opportunity to work with you to improve relationships, problem-solve, or reduce your suffering.
Parents and caregivers are an integral part of our work to support children (ages 3-18) cope with trauma - including abuse, anxiety, depression, anger, oppositional behavior, ADHD, or relating to others.
Email for +-WaitList Only-+ I center experiences of Black, Indigenous, & other world-majority cultures, & LGBTQIA+. I appreciate the opportunity to work with you to improve relationships, problem-solve, or reduce your suffering.
I primarily treat children and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, oppositional/defiance, adjustment issues, and family conflict.
I believe that every person can thrive. I work with individuals, children, and their families to learn how to manage their thoughts and emotions in healthy ways.
I primarily treat children and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, oppositional/defiance, adjustment issues, and family conflict.
I believe that every person can thrive. I work with individuals, children, and their families to learn how to manage their thoughts and emotions in healthy ways.
As a marriage and family therapist, I use behavioral, narrative and bowenian techniques as I work with adults, children, and adolescents dealing with issues including codependency, marital/family conflict, ADHD, bipolar, depression, oppositional defiant disorder, and anxiety.
Are you struggling with chaos, family conflict, anxiety, depression, or feelings that you have no way to get control of your life back? Are you looking for a way to begin moving forward again? You deserve a life without the of cycle of problems, reactions, and pain. I would love to help you find that life. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that respects and involves the client, adapting techniques to the needs of the individual. Whether you are dealing with divorce, mental illness, or a rough patch in your life, I believe we can overcome it.
As a marriage and family therapist, I use behavioral, narrative and bowenian techniques as I work with adults, children, and adolescents dealing with issues including codependency, marital/family conflict, ADHD, bipolar, depression, oppositional defiant disorder, and anxiety.
Are you struggling with chaos, family conflict, anxiety, depression, or feelings that you have no way to get control of your life back? Are you looking for a way to begin moving forward again? You deserve a life without the of cycle of problems, reactions, and pain. I would love to help you find that life. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that respects and involves the client, adapting techniques to the needs of the individual. Whether you are dealing with divorce, mental illness, or a rough patch in your life, I believe we can overcome it.
April Christine Slocum
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA, MAOL, CMHS, MHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lacey, WA 98503 (Online Only)
Additional issues that I offer help with are: Child Conduct Disorder / Emotional Abandonment / Oppositional Defiant Disorder / Cutting / Suicidal Ideation / Social Anxiety / Borderline Personality Disorder / Bipolar Disorders / Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Online & Phone Special Now $68 - Book an Appointment Today. To help in this global time of crisis, I am available extended hours. $10 Discount for Religious Leaders, Military / Veterans & First Responders. Are you suffering from a loss, depression, stress, anxiety, or relationship issues? Together we can work to overcome these issues comfortably and effectively. I am very worldly and have much experience with religions and cultures. Faith based treatment plans are available upon request. Additionally, I am a certified Child and Adolescent Specialist, Couples LMFTA
Additional issues that I offer help with are: Child Conduct Disorder / Emotional Abandonment / Oppositional Defiant Disorder / Cutting / Suicidal Ideation / Social Anxiety / Borderline Personality Disorder / Bipolar Disorders / Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Online & Phone Special Now $68 - Book an Appointment Today. To help in this global time of crisis, I am available extended hours. $10 Discount for Religious Leaders, Military / Veterans & First Responders. Are you suffering from a loss, depression, stress, anxiety, or relationship issues? Together we can work to overcome these issues comfortably and effectively. I am very worldly and have much experience with religions and cultures. Faith based treatment plans are available upon request. Additionally, I am a certified Child and Adolescent Specialist, Couples LMFTA
My areas of focus include but are not limited to; depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), adjustment concerns, attachment wounds, anger management, behavioral issues, peer relationship issues, panic/stress disorders, family conflict, life transitions, oppositional defiance, gender-related challenges, emotional disturbance, as well as ADD/ADHD.
As someone who has worked helping others in various capacities for over 25 years, I bring a great deal of experience to my work as a mental health counselor. In this time I have obtained great insight into the struggles inherent to both individuals and families. In my work as a counselor I utilize these skills and insight to help people of all ages, identities, and walks of life. My approach to counseling is not confined to one specific framework but incorporates a variety of modalities tailored to each client's unique needs. I am humanistic in style and often utilize mindfulness based strategies for increased insight and awareness.
My areas of focus include but are not limited to; depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), adjustment concerns, attachment wounds, anger management, behavioral issues, peer relationship issues, panic/stress disorders, family conflict, life transitions, oppositional defiance, gender-related challenges, emotional disturbance, as well as ADD/ADHD.
As someone who has worked helping others in various capacities for over 25 years, I bring a great deal of experience to my work as a mental health counselor. In this time I have obtained great insight into the struggles inherent to both individuals and families. In my work as a counselor I utilize these skills and insight to help people of all ages, identities, and walks of life. My approach to counseling is not confined to one specific framework but incorporates a variety of modalities tailored to each client's unique needs. I am humanistic in style and often utilize mindfulness based strategies for increased insight and awareness.
Lauren E. Edmonds
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
With a specialized focus on anxiety, depression, oppositional defiance, trauma and abuse history, psychosis, attachment concerns, and suicidal ideation, Lauren possesses a comprehensive skill set that encompasses a wide range of mental health challenges.
Are you seeking a compassionate and experienced professional to guide you through life's challenges? Lauren is a dedicated Licensed Associate Counselor with a wealth of expertise in empowering individuals to navigate their emotional journeys. With a strong educational background from Mississippi College, Lauren brings a profound understanding of psychology and clinical mental health counseling to her practice.
With a specialized focus on anxiety, depression, oppositional defiance, trauma and abuse history, psychosis, attachment concerns, and suicidal ideation, Lauren possesses a comprehensive skill set that encompasses a wide range of mental health challenges.
Are you seeking a compassionate and experienced professional to guide you through life's challenges? Lauren is a dedicated Licensed Associate Counselor with a wealth of expertise in empowering individuals to navigate their emotional journeys. With a strong educational background from Mississippi College, Lauren brings a profound understanding of psychology and clinical mental health counseling to her practice.
I've worked as a child, family, and adult therapist since 1999. I'm committed to helping people better understand and manage events in their lives which they find challenging. In addition to child, family, and adult therapy, I also specialize in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, enhancing parenting skills, anger management, attachment issues, mood disorders, grief issues, posttraumatic stress, self-esteem, drug/alcohol problems, self exploration, career issues, depression, anxiety, oppositional/defiant behavior, and others. I am also trained to use EMDR to help people work through traumas they have been through.
I've worked as a child, family, and adult therapist since 1999. I'm committed to helping people better understand and manage events in their lives which they find challenging. In addition to child, family, and adult therapy, I also specialize in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, enhancing parenting skills, anger management, attachment issues, mood disorders, grief issues, posttraumatic stress, self-esteem, drug/alcohol problems, self exploration, career issues, depression, anxiety, oppositional/defiant behavior, and others. I am also trained to use EMDR to help people work through traumas they have been through.
Laura Zucker Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CMHS, MHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
I have worked with an extensive spectrum of issues including ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Adoption, Divorce, Obsessive Compulsive behaviors, Oppositional & defiant youth, Abuse, & Academic underachievement.
I currently have had to pause on accepting new patients. I will update my profile when that changes. Everyone experiences difficult times in their lives. Whether it's struggling with a difficult relationship, work or school, anxiety, depression, or problems in your family or social life, you're making an effort now to change. We will work together on ways to resolve the thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that have prevented you from being who you want and attaining the things in life you really want for yourself. I offer a warm, safe, and confidential setting where we determine what your therapy needs are and how to achieve them.
I have worked with an extensive spectrum of issues including ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Adoption, Divorce, Obsessive Compulsive behaviors, Oppositional & defiant youth, Abuse, & Academic underachievement.
I currently have had to pause on accepting new patients. I will update my profile when that changes. Everyone experiences difficult times in their lives. Whether it's struggling with a difficult relationship, work or school, anxiety, depression, or problems in your family or social life, you're making an effort now to change. We will work together on ways to resolve the thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that have prevented you from being who you want and attaining the things in life you really want for yourself. I offer a warm, safe, and confidential setting where we determine what your therapy needs are and how to achieve them.
I believe, and the research clearly indicates, that the bond you form with your therapist is the biggest predictor of positive outcomes. I therefore place a high emphasis on establishing a warm, safe environment for our relationship to grow. I like to understand therapy as a shared endeavor at pattern finding. If we can understand the personal and interpersonal patterns that contribute to your difficulties, we can address the root causes of those challenges and open up new ways of experiencing yourself and others.
I believe, and the research clearly indicates, that the bond you form with your therapist is the biggest predictor of positive outcomes. I therefore place a high emphasis on establishing a warm, safe environment for our relationship to grow. I like to understand therapy as a shared endeavor at pattern finding. If we can understand the personal and interpersonal patterns that contribute to your difficulties, we can address the root causes of those challenges and open up new ways of experiencing yourself and others.
I view therapy as a means to acquire a well-equipped toolbox of positive and healthy life skills. These skills will help the client recognize, understand, and utilize their internal power for overcoming life's many external forces that may be causing distress or dysfunction in their life. My job as a therapist is to maintain a safe, caring, and confidential environment for my clients as they embark on that journey.
I view therapy as a means to acquire a well-equipped toolbox of positive and healthy life skills. These skills will help the client recognize, understand, and utilize their internal power for overcoming life's many external forces that may be causing distress or dysfunction in their life. My job as a therapist is to maintain a safe, caring, and confidential environment for my clients as they embark on that journey.
Edward Surridge
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LFMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
I welcome you to heal and grow from past/present stressful situations in a professional, emphatic and validating therapeutic environment. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Wellness Counseling Inc. with 14 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I am English-Spanish bilingual. I am in network with Bluecross-Blueshield, Kaiser, Lifewise, Premera and Regence.
I welcome you to heal and grow from past/present stressful situations in a professional, emphatic and validating therapeutic environment. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Wellness Counseling Inc. with 14 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I am English-Spanish bilingual. I am in network with Bluecross-Blueshield, Kaiser, Lifewise, Premera and Regence.
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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.