Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Psychologists and Therapists in Vermont, VIC

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Roshanak (Roshi) Raoofi
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACA-L3
Serves Area
I am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist in Australia, holding a Master's degree in Counselling, and I am honoured to be an affiliated member of the Australian Institute of Counselling (25403). My professional accreditations include the following: Registered and Certified Individual/Group Clinical Supervisor with College of Supervisor, Level 1 Certified Emotionally Focused Individual Therapist, Level 1 & 2 Certified Complex Trauma Therapist, Level 1 Solution-Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Anger Management Therapist, Certified Guilt & Shame Specialist, Certified Sex Therapist and Level 1 Gottman Couple Certification.
I am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist in Australia, holding a Master's degree in Counselling, and I am honoured to be an affiliated member of the Australian Institute of Counselling (25403). My professional accreditations include the following: Registered and Certified Individual/Group Clinical Supervisor with College of Supervisor, Level 1 Certified Emotionally Focused Individual Therapist, Level 1 & 2 Certified Complex Trauma Therapist, Level 1 Solution-Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Anger Management Therapist, Certified Guilt & Shame Specialist, Certified Sex Therapist and Level 1 Gottman Couple Certification.
(03) 7500 5937 View (03) 7500 5937
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Rosemary Tainsh
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Rosemary is a warm, gentle and caring Psychologist.  Her approach is gentle yet purposeful, and uses an integrative approach to treatment.  Rosemary has a particular interest in perinatal mental health, parent and infant mental health, trauma, childhood anxiety, and parenting. Rosemary is also able to provide Autism, ADHD, Cognitive and Educational Assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. She is a fully registered Psychologist with AHPRA, a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists, and an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society.
Rosemary is a warm, gentle and caring Psychologist.  Her approach is gentle yet purposeful, and uses an integrative approach to treatment.  Rosemary has a particular interest in perinatal mental health, parent and infant mental health, trauma, childhood anxiety, and parenting. Rosemary is also able to provide Autism, ADHD, Cognitive and Educational Assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. She is a fully registered Psychologist with AHPRA, a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists, and an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society.
(03) 4421 6346 View (03) 4421 6346
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Jerty Richardson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
At Ultimate Success and Wellbeing Psychology, I deliver a range of services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. These include anxiety, depression, psychiatric disorders, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, trauma, interpersonal conflicts, mediation, domestic violence Issues, critical incident stress management debriefing and anger and behaviour management. I have been registered as a psychologist for over 15 years and have held a variety of roles including managing a counselling and youth team as well as several mental health teams.
At Ultimate Success and Wellbeing Psychology, I deliver a range of services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. These include anxiety, depression, psychiatric disorders, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, trauma, interpersonal conflicts, mediation, domestic violence Issues, critical incident stress management debriefing and anger and behaviour management. I have been registered as a psychologist for over 15 years and have held a variety of roles including managing a counselling and youth team as well as several mental health teams.
(03) 9864 1892 View (03) 9864 1892

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Portia Kambasha
Verified Verified
Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
I have more than 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
I have more than 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
(03) 4327 9085 View (03) 4327 9085
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Sharyn Brew
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Croydon, VIC 3136
I offer therapeutic services in Croydon, and other Melbourne suburbs. I also can provide outreach for example schools and/or kindergartens. I specialise in child and adolescent psychotherapy, parent/carer therapy and support. I am committed to providing compassionate and effective therapeutic support to individuals and families in need.
I offer therapeutic services in Croydon, and other Melbourne suburbs. I also can provide outreach for example schools and/or kindergartens. I specialise in child and adolescent psychotherapy, parent/carer therapy and support. I am committed to providing compassionate and effective therapeutic support to individuals and families in need.
(03) 8771 4290 View (03) 8771 4290
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Dennis Kwan
Social Worker, AMHSW
Doncaster East, VIC 3109
I help families, couples, and individuals navigate life's most challenging seasons. My work focuses on supporting adolescents with high-risk behaviours and helping couples and families repair their relationships. I also provide dedicated individual therapy for mental health needs across diverse cultural backgrounds. With a background in youth justice and complex needs, I use a strengths-based approach to help you develop new perspectives. As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Cantonese, I am committed to creating a safe, supportive space for you to heal and grow.
I help families, couples, and individuals navigate life's most challenging seasons. My work focuses on supporting adolescents with high-risk behaviours and helping couples and families repair their relationships. I also provide dedicated individual therapy for mental health needs across diverse cultural backgrounds. With a background in youth justice and complex needs, I use a strengths-based approach to help you develop new perspectives. As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Cantonese, I am committed to creating a safe, supportive space for you to heal and grow.
(03) 8771 4467 View (03) 8771 4467
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Felix & Sage Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Ringwood, VIC 3134
Felix & Sage Psychology supports individuals, couples, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, mood difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, and relationship challenges. Many clients come to us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what’s changed. We focus on understanding the full picture and thoughtfully matching each person with a clinician whose style and experience aligns with their needs. From there, we work collaboratively to build insight, develop practical strategies, and support steady, meaningful progress.
Felix & Sage Psychology supports individuals, couples, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, mood difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, and relationship challenges. Many clients come to us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what’s changed. We focus on understanding the full picture and thoughtfully matching each person with a clinician whose style and experience aligns with their needs. From there, we work collaboratively to build insight, develop practical strategies, and support steady, meaningful progress.
(03) 8595 5009 View (03) 8595 5009
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Linda van Leeuwen
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support. I also run a Parent Support group in Brisbane city. PDA stands for a Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (and in the Medical Field is known as Pathological Demand Avoidance). PDA is often linked to AuDHD & giftedness. Does your Neurodivergent child struggle with daily life demands? And do they need a lot of autonomy? Maybe your kid is PDA too. Feel free to reach out to see if I can help.
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support. I also run a Parent Support group in Brisbane city. PDA stands for a Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (and in the Medical Field is known as Pathological Demand Avoidance). PDA is often linked to AuDHD & giftedness. Does your Neurodivergent child struggle with daily life demands? And do they need a lot of autonomy? Maybe your kid is PDA too. Feel free to reach out to see if I can help.
(07) 3186 8503 View (07) 3186 8503
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Gemma Illescas
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Online Only
Do you want to understand how your ADHD brain works? Are you tired of trying strategies but not being able to maintain them? Did you know you can strengthen executive functions to improve attention? Do you get so stressed before big competitions that you are unable to perform? Are negative thoughts distracting? Did you know that decision-making is highly influenced by attention? Do you have Autism, Anxiety, Depression and would like to better understand how to be more in control? If you need support during competitions, we have the first mobile clinic in Australia going to Sport events to support athletes
Do you want to understand how your ADHD brain works? Are you tired of trying strategies but not being able to maintain them? Did you know you can strengthen executive functions to improve attention? Do you get so stressed before big competitions that you are unable to perform? Are negative thoughts distracting? Did you know that decision-making is highly influenced by attention? Do you have Autism, Anxiety, Depression and would like to better understand how to be more in control? If you need support during competitions, we have the first mobile clinic in Australia going to Sport events to support athletes
0450 249 648 View 0450 249 648
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My Mirror
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
We combine the best of face-to-face sessions with the added benefits of an integrated digital approach to provide you with a seamless, informative and low stress experience.
We combine the best of face-to-face sessions with the added benefits of an integrated digital approach to provide you with a seamless, informative and low stress experience.
(02) 9090 4730 View (02) 9090 4730
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Aicha Brogan
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Warburton, VIC 3799
I am a Gestalt Psychotherapist trained in EMDR & Somatic Experiencing. My areas of specialty include working somatically with traumatic injury, complex trauma, PTSD, unprocessed grief, stress, anxiety, depression, general life struggle, chronic pain. I work from the basis that the body has important messages to tell us when we listen closely enough, and my interventions include inviting you to notice your felt sense of your body and to pay attention to internal feelings, sensations and impulses. I believe that with the right support, we all have an inherent capacity to move towards wellness, vitality and authenticity.
I am a Gestalt Psychotherapist trained in EMDR & Somatic Experiencing. My areas of specialty include working somatically with traumatic injury, complex trauma, PTSD, unprocessed grief, stress, anxiety, depression, general life struggle, chronic pain. I work from the basis that the body has important messages to tell us when we listen closely enough, and my interventions include inviting you to notice your felt sense of your body and to pay attention to internal feelings, sensations and impulses. I believe that with the right support, we all have an inherent capacity to move towards wellness, vitality and authenticity.
(03) 5909 9324 View (03) 5909 9324
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Vincent Fimmano
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Online Only
Meet Vincent, a highly experienced and compassionate registered psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience. Vincent believes in the importance of truly listening and understanding his clients to provide them with the best possible support. He uses his vast experience to engage, collaborate, and adapt treatments to make a real and long-lasting change in his clients' lives. Vincent's approach is person-centred, warm, empathetic, and culturally responsive, which makes him an excellent choice for clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Meet Vincent, a highly experienced and compassionate registered psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience. Vincent believes in the importance of truly listening and understanding his clients to provide them with the best possible support. He uses his vast experience to engage, collaborate, and adapt treatments to make a real and long-lasting change in his clients' lives. Vincent's approach is person-centred, warm, empathetic, and culturally responsive, which makes him an excellent choice for clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
(02) 9100 0515 View (02) 9100 0515
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Mindful Wellbeing Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Epping, VIC 3076
I have been a psychologist for over 15 years and have experience in working with a diverse range of clients. I have worked within disability services, child and adolescent mental health services and the education department. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, families and adults on a range of emotional, behavioural, psycho-social and developmental concerns.
I have been a psychologist for over 15 years and have experience in working with a diverse range of clients. I have worked within disability services, child and adolescent mental health services and the education department. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, families and adults on a range of emotional, behavioural, psycho-social and developmental concerns.
(03) 7302 2207 View (03) 7302 2207
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Holistic Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
South Yarra, VIC 3141
People often tell me that the reason why they choose to work with me is because they can see that they can be challenged and guided to be the empowered version of themselves, while at the same time feeling safe in the knowledge they are being cared for and supported by a qualified clinical psychologist. I have been a Clinical Psychologist since 2013 and a leadership and life coach since 2009. I am passionate about working with people who are ready to change their unhelpful stories to more empowering and authentic ones.
People often tell me that the reason why they choose to work with me is because they can see that they can be challenged and guided to be the empowered version of themselves, while at the same time feeling safe in the knowledge they are being cared for and supported by a qualified clinical psychologist. I have been a Clinical Psychologist since 2013 and a leadership and life coach since 2009. I am passionate about working with people who are ready to change their unhelpful stories to more empowering and authentic ones.
(03) 8592 7028 View (03) 8592 7028
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Kirra Caldwell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Frankston, VIC 3199
Kirra is an AHPRA endorsed clinical psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Kirra works with children, adolescents and adults with a diverse range of presentations. Kirra completes learning assessments, Autism assessments, behavioural assessments and also works with depression, anxiety, general counselling and grief. Appointments are within school hours. Appointments are supported by a friendly Therapy Dog who provides supportive and calm environment for children and adults. This can also assist with individuals who are hesitant to come to sessions. Chat to us today to see how we can help.
Kirra is an AHPRA endorsed clinical psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Kirra works with children, adolescents and adults with a diverse range of presentations. Kirra completes learning assessments, Autism assessments, behavioural assessments and also works with depression, anxiety, general counselling and grief. Appointments are within school hours. Appointments are supported by a friendly Therapy Dog who provides supportive and calm environment for children and adults. This can also assist with individuals who are hesitant to come to sessions. Chat to us today to see how we can help.
(03) 9068 6074 View (03) 9068 6074
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Dr Belinda Keenan
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Frankston, VIC 3199
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience supporting young children, teens, young adults and parents/carers. I offer collaborative and family-centred support, drawing from a range of evidence-based therapies. I support young people and their families in navigating a range of emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties across the crucial early years of life. Whether this be difficulties with bonding and settling during infancy; worry, low mood, big behaviours, or family/peer relationship difficulties across childhood and adolescence, or navigating life transitions and identity in early adulthood or the parenting years.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience supporting young children, teens, young adults and parents/carers. I offer collaborative and family-centred support, drawing from a range of evidence-based therapies. I support young people and their families in navigating a range of emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties across the crucial early years of life. Whether this be difficulties with bonding and settling during infancy; worry, low mood, big behaviours, or family/peer relationship difficulties across childhood and adolescence, or navigating life transitions and identity in early adulthood or the parenting years.
(03) 5905 7606 View (03) 5905 7606
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Therese Raulin
Psychotherapist, MA
Online Only
I am referred patients through Psychiatrists, Paediatricians, GPs and families seeking an alternative treatment to the usual medication focussed response to ADHD, ODD and ADD presentations and abuse.
I adopt a trauma informed approach to therapy and treatment and provide expert consultation to the mental health sector in the promotion of a psychoanalytic approach to treatment. I undertake assessments that uncover pathways to psychological health previously obscured from view. See more of my experience and expertise at linkedin.com/in/therese-raulin
I am referred patients through Psychiatrists, Paediatricians, GPs and families seeking an alternative treatment to the usual medication focussed response to ADHD, ODD and ADD presentations and abuse.
I adopt a trauma informed approach to therapy and treatment and provide expert consultation to the mental health sector in the promotion of a psychoanalytic approach to treatment. I undertake assessments that uncover pathways to psychological health previously obscured from view. See more of my experience and expertise at linkedin.com/in/therese-raulin
(02) 4810 0672 View (02) 4810 0672
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Lisa Suarez
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L2
Melbourne, VIC 3000
I specialise in supporting individual adults over 25, both online and in person in Melbourne, with Complex PTSD/Relational Trauma, ADHD, Autism but am not limited to these issues. Having someone non judgmental truly listen and understand your experience can be a huge relief. However, the way I work involves more than just talking and symptom management, I use body-based and nervous system based approaches based on neuroscience that have been shown to create transformational shifts and lasting change.
I specialise in supporting individual adults over 25, both online and in person in Melbourne, with Complex PTSD/Relational Trauma, ADHD, Autism but am not limited to these issues. Having someone non judgmental truly listen and understand your experience can be a huge relief. However, the way I work involves more than just talking and symptom management, I use body-based and nervous system based approaches based on neuroscience that have been shown to create transformational shifts and lasting change.
(03) 7003 2975 View (03) 7003 2975
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ADHD Melbourne
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Malvern, VIC 3144
ADHD Melbourne is a practice dedicated to supporting adults, adolescents, and children navigating ADHD, ASD and related challenges. We understand that ADHD is not simply about attention or organisation, it affects emotions, relationships, work, study, self-esteem, and daily life in deeply personal ways. Our approach is strengths-based, neuroaffirming, and evidence-informed. We recognise that every ADHD brain is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. ADHD Melbourne conducted formal assessment for both ADHD and ASD for ages 6 and above.
ADHD Melbourne is a practice dedicated to supporting adults, adolescents, and children navigating ADHD, ASD and related challenges. We understand that ADHD is not simply about attention or organisation, it affects emotions, relationships, work, study, self-esteem, and daily life in deeply personal ways. Our approach is strengths-based, neuroaffirming, and evidence-informed. We recognise that every ADHD brain is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. ADHD Melbourne conducted formal assessment for both ADHD and ASD for ages 6 and above.
(03) 7003 2140 View (03) 7003 2140
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Antonina Quinlan
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Caulfield, VIC 3162
As a dedicated and interpersonal child and parent psychotherapist, I specialise in counselling and therapeutically coaching parents and/or carers using Filial and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, an approach that is backed by neuroscience and is strictly evidence-based. I see parents of children with psychological, psychosocial and communication issues, including Neurodivergent children and children with developmental delays or disabilities, through the individualised therapeutic involvement with parents and/or carers. I have a special interest in Integrating Child-Centred Play Therapy with Gestalt speech acquisition.
As a dedicated and interpersonal child and parent psychotherapist, I specialise in counselling and therapeutically coaching parents and/or carers using Filial and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, an approach that is backed by neuroscience and is strictly evidence-based. I see parents of children with psychological, psychosocial and communication issues, including Neurodivergent children and children with developmental delays or disabilities, through the individualised therapeutic involvement with parents and/or carers. I have a special interest in Integrating Child-Centred Play Therapy with Gestalt speech acquisition.
0498 177 243 View 0498 177 243
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.