Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Psychologists and Therapists in Gympie, QLD

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Hindsight Online Therapy (Bulk-bill)
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
As a registered General Psychologist, I provide empathetic, evidence-based care to children, teens, and adults across Australia. With a diverse background in mental health, disability, and occupational rehabilitation, my goal is to offer a safe, non-judgmental telehealth space where you can find relief, clarity, and practical strategies for moving forward.
As a registered General Psychologist, I provide empathetic, evidence-based care to children, teens, and adults across Australia. With a diverse background in mental health, disability, and occupational rehabilitation, my goal is to offer a safe, non-judgmental telehealth space where you can find relief, clarity, and practical strategies for moving forward.
0402 518 702 View 0402 518 702
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Paul Gibbons
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Gympie, QLD 4570
My main focus is helping my clients - through relationship with me - feel more connected to themselves and their lives, loved ones, friends and work. Together we explore present difficulties and discover patterns that may have been there for a long time. This gives access to personal growth and healing. Many of my clients have had psychiatric diagnosis; ASD L2, (C) PTSD, BPD, ADHD. I offer Medicare rebates (10 sessions) and Bulk-Bill (No Gap Fee) as I am committed to making quality therapy accessible to the whole local community. I do offer a telehealth option for sessions but prefer face-to-face when possible.
My main focus is helping my clients - through relationship with me - feel more connected to themselves and their lives, loved ones, friends and work. Together we explore present difficulties and discover patterns that may have been there for a long time. This gives access to personal growth and healing. Many of my clients have had psychiatric diagnosis; ASD L2, (C) PTSD, BPD, ADHD. I offer Medicare rebates (10 sessions) and Bulk-Bill (No Gap Fee) as I am committed to making quality therapy accessible to the whole local community. I do offer a telehealth option for sessions but prefer face-to-face when possible.
(07) 5241 6878 View (07) 5241 6878
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Kristie Austin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Bulk billing available for Telehealth/Phone treatment sessions with a valid referral. Children (0-18 including developmental assessment and treatment of babies, premature infants and toddlers), Teens, Adults and Families. Office sessions are available also
Bulk billing available for Telehealth/Phone treatment sessions with a valid referral. Children (0-18 including developmental assessment and treatment of babies, premature infants and toddlers), Teens, Adults and Families. Office sessions are available also
(07) 5241 4865 View (07) 5241 4865
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Adrie Whitehead
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Gympie, QLD 4570
(07) 5230 8846 View (07) 5230 8846

Online Therapists

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Jessica Martens
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Burpengary, QLD 4505
I am passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful change in their lives. I place a strong emphasis on creating a respectful therapeutic relationship and appreciate each client’s uniqueness. I view therapy as a collaborative process between the client and myself where the client is respected as the expert in their own life. I work within a person-centered and strength-based framework seeing therapy as an opportunity to utilise and build upon each client’s existing skills and strengths. I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s needs and draw on techniques from a range of evidence-based practices.
I am passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful change in their lives. I place a strong emphasis on creating a respectful therapeutic relationship and appreciate each client’s uniqueness. I view therapy as a collaborative process between the client and myself where the client is respected as the expert in their own life. I work within a person-centered and strength-based framework seeing therapy as an opportunity to utilise and build upon each client’s existing skills and strengths. I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s needs and draw on techniques from a range of evidence-based practices.
(07) 5236 0934 View (07) 5236 0934
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Seth Wilson
Counsellor
Indooroopilly, QLD 4068
You've outgrown surface-level support — and you know it. You may be navigating grief, trauma, burnout, spiritual crisis, or a disconnection you can't name. You've sought help before, but conventional counselling left you feeling reduced or unheard. Spiritual spaces offered insight without psychological grounding. You've done some of the work, read the books, and you're standing at a threshold you can't cross alone. That threshold is exactly where this work begins. What you're getting with me is someone holds psychological depth, energetic competency, and spiritual fluency — an authentic combination rarely found in one practitioner.
You've outgrown surface-level support — and you know it. You may be navigating grief, trauma, burnout, spiritual crisis, or a disconnection you can't name. You've sought help before, but conventional counselling left you feeling reduced or unheard. Spiritual spaces offered insight without psychological grounding. You've done some of the work, read the books, and you're standing at a threshold you can't cross alone. That threshold is exactly where this work begins. What you're getting with me is someone holds psychological depth, energetic competency, and spiritual fluency — an authentic combination rarely found in one practitioner.
(07) 2100 4460 View (07) 2100 4460
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Ellie Putland
Psychologist, PsyBA Prov
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
Ellie Putland works with children, teenagers and adults. She has experience working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, have neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, are experiencing difficulties with adjustment, substance use, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem/confidence, stress/burnout, bullying, specific learning disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, phobias, anger, personality disorders and psychosis. Ellie works with clients from a trauma-informed care framework and works collaboratively with families on psychoeducation towards their goals.
Ellie Putland works with children, teenagers and adults. She has experience working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, have neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, are experiencing difficulties with adjustment, substance use, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem/confidence, stress/burnout, bullying, specific learning disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, phobias, anger, personality disorders and psychosis. Ellie works with clients from a trauma-informed care framework and works collaboratively with families on psychoeducation towards their goals.
(07) 3113 9853 View (07) 3113 9853
Global Psychotherapist & Supervisor
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Balmoral, QLD 4171
Empathic, straight-talking therapy for people ready to grow. I help you uncover what’s really driving your patterns so you can create genuine, lasting change. My approach is grounded in Psychotherapy and systemic insight- integrating emotional awareness, mindfulness, and practical tools. Clients describe my work as clear, compassionate, and deeply transformative- helping them strengthen relationships, feel grounded, and live with more authenticity and purpose.
Empathic, straight-talking therapy for people ready to grow. I help you uncover what’s really driving your patterns so you can create genuine, lasting change. My approach is grounded in Psychotherapy and systemic insight- integrating emotional awareness, mindfulness, and practical tools. Clients describe my work as clear, compassionate, and deeply transformative- helping them strengthen relationships, feel grounded, and live with more authenticity and purpose.
(07) 2100 4258 View (07) 2100 4258
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Ashley Glennie
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Greenslopes, QLD 4120
My approach is warm, relaxed, and down to earth, no judgment, just genuine care and practical support. I’m a generally registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults around concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, emotional regulation, stress, and major life transitions. I also work with neurodivergent individuals and those exploring their identity, strengths, and challenges in a world that doesn’t always make space for how their brains work.
My approach is warm, relaxed, and down to earth, no judgment, just genuine care and practical support. I’m a generally registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults around concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, emotional regulation, stress, and major life transitions. I also work with neurodivergent individuals and those exploring their identity, strengths, and challenges in a world that doesn’t always make space for how their brains work.
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Zameer Esmail
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Maroochydore, QLD 4558
www.objectivepsychology.com.au - I consider my approach to my clients as warm, understanding, compassionate, and client-centred. I try to focus on empowering the individual and providing tools to help improve resilience and overall emotional, mental, and physical well-being. I also try to bring in an element of humour and wit, often with a different perspective than many would expect in a traditional therapy session. I use an evidence based, scientific approach to help my clients first to understand what they are dealing with, and then to try and improve their lives in the most efficacious way.
www.objectivepsychology.com.au - I consider my approach to my clients as warm, understanding, compassionate, and client-centred. I try to focus on empowering the individual and providing tools to help improve resilience and overall emotional, mental, and physical well-being. I also try to bring in an element of humour and wit, often with a different perspective than many would expect in a traditional therapy session. I use an evidence based, scientific approach to help my clients first to understand what they are dealing with, and then to try and improve their lives in the most efficacious way.
(07) 2100 4074 View (07) 2100 4074
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Sensitive Social Work & Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Ipswich, QLD 4305
Sensitive Social Work & Counselling supports children and families in the community across Ipswich, Laidley, Lowood, Fernvale and more. With expertise in children's and perinatal mental health and NDIS capacity building. Offering compassionate, evidence-based care to help families grow, connect, and live rich, meaningful lives.
Sensitive Social Work & Counselling supports children and families in the community across Ipswich, Laidley, Lowood, Fernvale and more. With expertise in children's and perinatal mental health and NDIS capacity building. Offering compassionate, evidence-based care to help families grow, connect, and live rich, meaningful lives.
(07) 2801 6564 View (07) 2801 6564
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ClearSky Allied Health
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Hamilton, QLD 4007
Hi, my name is Julia, and I'm the general psychologist at ClearSky Allied Health Hamilton. We also have a provisional psychologist, Jasmin, who works out of our Gold Coast, Logan and Hamilton offices. I see clients from all ages, who come to ClearSky for support with their mental health. This can be anything from mild stress or general support to multiple co-morbid mental health disorders. We can help them to move forward by meeting clients where they're at, and supporting them to build skills to improve their quality of life.
Hi, my name is Julia, and I'm the general psychologist at ClearSky Allied Health Hamilton. We also have a provisional psychologist, Jasmin, who works out of our Gold Coast, Logan and Hamilton offices. I see clients from all ages, who come to ClearSky for support with their mental health. This can be anything from mild stress or general support to multiple co-morbid mental health disorders. We can help them to move forward by meeting clients where they're at, and supporting them to build skills to improve their quality of life.
(07) 2100 4758 View (07) 2100 4758
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Rasha Jones
Counsellor
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
My name is Rasha. I'm a queer, trans, Arabic, first gen., Trauma-informed Therapist. I practice with a person-centred focus, understanding that every individuals experience is unique and their path to self-actualisation lies in their own self-determination. I aim to provide a safe space to empower clients to feel able to address their therapeutic goals, emotional distress, and unpack the challenges impacting their lives. I practice with a strong focus on psycho-education, in hopes to give partcipants the tools to deepen their understanding of themselves so that they can take control of their lives and actualise.
My name is Rasha. I'm a queer, trans, Arabic, first gen., Trauma-informed Therapist. I practice with a person-centred focus, understanding that every individuals experience is unique and their path to self-actualisation lies in their own self-determination. I aim to provide a safe space to empower clients to feel able to address their therapeutic goals, emotional distress, and unpack the challenges impacting their lives. I practice with a strong focus on psycho-education, in hopes to give partcipants the tools to deepen their understanding of themselves so that they can take control of their lives and actualise.
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Nicole Lawrence
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Toowong, QLD 4066
Special interests: ADHD, Anxiety & Mood Disorders, Disordered eating & body image concerns, Perinatal mental health, Sleep difficulties, Supporting parents with positive parenting and attachment strategies, Supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, Trauma & Work/study related stress & career development.
Special interests: ADHD, Anxiety & Mood Disorders, Disordered eating & body image concerns, Perinatal mental health, Sleep difficulties, Supporting parents with positive parenting and attachment strategies, Supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, Trauma & Work/study related stress & career development.
(07) 2100 4141 View (07) 2100 4141
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David Stracey
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
South Brisbane, QLD 4101
I provide counselling and treatment to children, young people, adults and families who have been impacted by a variety of different issues. I assist those experiencing mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, self harm and suicide thoughts. I also specialise in responding to harmful sexual behaviours, sexual abuse and treatment of criminal behaviours. I build connections through empathy, fairness, and best practice approaches.
I provide counselling and treatment to children, young people, adults and families who have been impacted by a variety of different issues. I assist those experiencing mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, self harm and suicide thoughts. I also specialise in responding to harmful sexual behaviours, sexual abuse and treatment of criminal behaviours. I build connections through empathy, fairness, and best practice approaches.
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Kim Herberg
Psychologist, PsyBA General
West End, QLD 4101
Kim is dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and adults to feel safe, heard, and empowered. She is known for her warmth, empathy, and ability to create a welcoming environment where clients can be themselves without judgment.
Kim is dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and adults to feel safe, heard, and empowered. She is known for her warmth, empathy, and ability to create a welcoming environment where clients can be themselves without judgment.
(07) 2100 4886 View (07) 2100 4886
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Dean Bell
Counsellor, AMHSW
Ipswich, QLD 4305
Dean is an Ipswich based, dedicated, and compassionate Counsellor who is fully EMDR Accredited and specialises in client-centered therapies for individuals, including Work Cover participants. An Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), Dean is a recognised provider with Medicare, Queensland Police Service, the National Redress Scheme and accepts Mental Health Care Plans. Dean holds a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health and Addiction, and a Masters Degree in Social Work. He believes that every individual has the capacity for personal growth & healing, and his goal is to provide a safe space for you to embark on your journey.
Dean is an Ipswich based, dedicated, and compassionate Counsellor who is fully EMDR Accredited and specialises in client-centered therapies for individuals, including Work Cover participants. An Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), Dean is a recognised provider with Medicare, Queensland Police Service, the National Redress Scheme and accepts Mental Health Care Plans. Dean holds a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health and Addiction, and a Masters Degree in Social Work. He believes that every individual has the capacity for personal growth & healing, and his goal is to provide a safe space for you to embark on your journey.
(07) 2801 6603 View (07) 2801 6603
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Lauren Poulos
Psychologist
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
Lauren is a Psychologist who works with toddlers, children, teens and adults. She is experienced working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, neurodivergence, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, self esteem/ confidence, trauma, friendships & socialising, and offers parenting support among other presenting concerns. Lauren thoroughly enjoys facilitating a safe and collaborative space where clients can explore their goals and work toward meaningful change.
Lauren is a Psychologist who works with toddlers, children, teens and adults. She is experienced working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, neurodivergence, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, self esteem/ confidence, trauma, friendships & socialising, and offers parenting support among other presenting concerns. Lauren thoroughly enjoys facilitating a safe and collaborative space where clients can explore their goals and work toward meaningful change.
(07) 3060 8253 View (07) 3060 8253
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The Psychology Hub
Psychologist, PsyBA Endorsed
North Lakes, QLD 4509
Does your child come home from school and unleash a meltdown worthy of an Oscar? Homework battles? Friendship dramas? Or maybe it’s you—lying awake at 2am, overthinking everything, and surviving on caffeine. You’ve tried pep talks, deep breaths, and maybe even bribery… but nothing sticks. What you really want is less chaos, more calm, and to feel like yourself (and your family) again. We get it—we’re parents and humans too, and we know life doesn’t always go to plan.
Does your child come home from school and unleash a meltdown worthy of an Oscar? Homework battles? Friendship dramas? Or maybe it’s you—lying awake at 2am, overthinking everything, and surviving on caffeine. You’ve tried pep talks, deep breaths, and maybe even bribery… but nothing sticks. What you really want is less chaos, more calm, and to feel like yourself (and your family) again. We get it—we’re parents and humans too, and we know life doesn’t always go to plan.
(07) 3062 8233 View (07) 3062 8233
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Darbee Leduchowski
Social Worker, AMHSW
Mitchelton, QLD 4053
I am a dedicated practitioner with passion for helping individuals between the ages of 12 and 65 overcome their emotional challenges and live fulfilling lives. In my practice, I take a holistic approach to therapy, considering each individual as a unique whole. I believe that mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD are not isolated conditions but rather manifestations of deeper underlying factors. By working collaboratively with the client, we are able to identify and understand the root causes, recognising that each person's experiences and challenges are multifaceted and complex.
I am a dedicated practitioner with passion for helping individuals between the ages of 12 and 65 overcome their emotional challenges and live fulfilling lives. In my practice, I take a holistic approach to therapy, considering each individual as a unique whole. I believe that mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD are not isolated conditions but rather manifestations of deeper underlying factors. By working collaboratively with the client, we are able to identify and understand the root causes, recognising that each person's experiences and challenges are multifaceted and complex.
(07) 2100 4373 View (07) 2100 4373

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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.