Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Counselling in Guildford
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
Margot is a Clinical Psychologist, French-qualified, who works with children, young people, adults, parents, and families. Based in Guildford (Surrey), she offers a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental, and empathetic therapeutic space, for both individual and group psychological therapy, conducive to the exploration, understanding, and overcoming of personal and family challenges.
Margot is a Clinical Psychologist, French-qualified, who works with children, young people, adults, parents, and families. Based in Guildford (Surrey), she offers a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental, and empathetic therapeutic space, for both individual and group psychological therapy, conducive to the exploration, understanding, and overcoming of personal and family challenges.
Hi, I am a Clinical Psychologist, accredited CBT therapist and DBT therapist working with clients facing challenges in their life. I work with teenagers, adults, parents and families. Although I tailor my approach to best suit your unique situation, my work has a strong relational focus, considering people’s ways of relating to others and helping them notice and work through patterns that play out in different spheres of their life.
Hi, I am a Clinical Psychologist, accredited CBT therapist and DBT therapist working with clients facing challenges in their life. I work with teenagers, adults, parents and families. Although I tailor my approach to best suit your unique situation, my work has a strong relational focus, considering people’s ways of relating to others and helping them notice and work through patterns that play out in different spheres of their life.
I am here to work alongside you to help you understand yourself and your relationships better. Whether you're living with anxiety or depression, a neurodivergent person seeking acceptance and clarity, or a couple wanting to reconnect, I will meet you where you are.
Together we can explore what feels stuck, strengthen communication, build self-compassion and move towards a goal that feels meaningful and right for you.
I am here to work alongside you to help you understand yourself and your relationships better. Whether you're living with anxiety or depression, a neurodivergent person seeking acceptance and clarity, or a couple wanting to reconnect, I will meet you where you are.
Together we can explore what feels stuck, strengthen communication, build self-compassion and move towards a goal that feels meaningful and right for you.
Welcome, I'm Josiah. At Off Beat Therapy, I particularly see clients who may not feel comfortable or accepted at traditional therapy services. I work with people from all walks of life, but most of my work is with trans clients, and I specialise in working with older trans adults on issues around identity, parenting, ageing and childhood trauma. I also work with autistic individuals, drag performers, queer comedians and other kinds of performers/artists.
I currently have space for online clients only.
Welcome, I'm Josiah. At Off Beat Therapy, I particularly see clients who may not feel comfortable or accepted at traditional therapy services. I work with people from all walks of life, but most of my work is with trans clients, and I specialise in working with older trans adults on issues around identity, parenting, ageing and childhood trauma. I also work with autistic individuals, drag performers, queer comedians and other kinds of performers/artists.
I currently have space for online clients only.
Hello and welcome, I'm Bryony and I am a Play Therapist & AutPlay Therapist working with clients in the Surrey, Woking and Guildford area. I work with children aged 4–14 who may be struggling with big feelings, anxiety or changes at home such as a new sibling or parental separation/loss. Some of the children I support are neurodivergent or have experienced early trauma, neglect, or difficulties with attachment. I offer a safe and creative space where children can build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self. I also support parents and carers, helping families find more calm, connection, and joy in daily life.
Hello and welcome, I'm Bryony and I am a Play Therapist & AutPlay Therapist working with clients in the Surrey, Woking and Guildford area. I work with children aged 4–14 who may be struggling with big feelings, anxiety or changes at home such as a new sibling or parental separation/loss. Some of the children I support are neurodivergent or have experienced early trauma, neglect, or difficulties with attachment. I offer a safe and creative space where children can build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self. I also support parents and carers, helping families find more calm, connection, and joy in daily life.
As a counselling psychologist, I am trained in several therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Humanistic approaches and Adult ADHD assessment and diagnosis . I work integratively, meaning that I draw from different evidence-based therapies in order to provide therapy that is tailored to suit my client’s individual needs and goals. I have worked with adults in varied settings, including charities, NHS community mental health teams, NHS inpatient settings; I currently work in the NHS and private practice.
As a counselling psychologist, I am trained in several therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Humanistic approaches and Adult ADHD assessment and diagnosis . I work integratively, meaning that I draw from different evidence-based therapies in order to provide therapy that is tailored to suit my client’s individual needs and goals. I have worked with adults in varied settings, including charities, NHS community mental health teams, NHS inpatient settings; I currently work in the NHS and private practice.
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Does your child have frequent meltdowns, angry outbursts, aggressive behaviour, or seem persistently oppositional?
I help children develop a greater understanding of their emotions, strengthen self-regulation skills, and find healthier ways of expressing themselves. At the same time, I work alongside parents to help them understand the underlying causes of challenging behaviour and develop more effective responses at home.
Does your child have frequent meltdowns, angry outbursts, aggressive behaviour, or seem persistently oppositional?
I help children develop a greater understanding of their emotions, strengthen self-regulation skills, and find healthier ways of expressing themselves. At the same time, I work alongside parents to help them understand the underlying causes of challenging behaviour and develop more effective responses at home.
Dr Matt Woolgar is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Co-director of the Child Wellbeing Clinic in central London. Matt previously led the National Conduct Problems and Adoption & Fostering Clinics at the Maudsley Hospital in London where he worked for over 20 years. Matt is a nationally recognised expert in child behavioural problems, attachment and parenting as well as the mental health needs of adopted, fostered and care experienced children. Matt also led the Post Graduate training in Parenting for the Children & Young People’s Psychological Therapies programme in London and the South East at KCL for 15 years.
Dr Matt Woolgar is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Co-director of the Child Wellbeing Clinic in central London. Matt previously led the National Conduct Problems and Adoption & Fostering Clinics at the Maudsley Hospital in London where he worked for over 20 years. Matt is a nationally recognised expert in child behavioural problems, attachment and parenting as well as the mental health needs of adopted, fostered and care experienced children. Matt also led the Post Graduate training in Parenting for the Children & Young People’s Psychological Therapies programme in London and the South East at KCL for 15 years.
As a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist I specialise in helping clients build healthy relationships and improve their sexual wellbeing through talking therapy. I work with individuals presenting with a broad range of psychosexual presentations by creating a safe space to enable them to gain a greater understanding of the issues and by developing the tools by which they can find a path forward. I have experience working with a diverse range of relationships, helping clients navigate through challenging times to establish a relationship in which they can thrive.
As a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist I specialise in helping clients build healthy relationships and improve their sexual wellbeing through talking therapy. I work with individuals presenting with a broad range of psychosexual presentations by creating a safe space to enable them to gain a greater understanding of the issues and by developing the tools by which they can find a path forward. I have experience working with a diverse range of relationships, helping clients navigate through challenging times to establish a relationship in which they can thrive.
I am passionate about helping clients intercept 'stuck' cycles by finding new ways of adjusting and coping. Many of the clients that I work with find themselves struggling with life demands or what the World Health Organisation (WHO) typically defines as 'burn-out' (ICD-10). Quite often they feel overwhelmed, depleted and unable to find an obvious solution to their problem. They find themselves chronically ruminating about the past or worrying about the future, leading to vicious cycles of depression and anxiety. These clients require a specialised therapist who can offer brief, effective treatment.
I am passionate about helping clients intercept 'stuck' cycles by finding new ways of adjusting and coping. Many of the clients that I work with find themselves struggling with life demands or what the World Health Organisation (WHO) typically defines as 'burn-out' (ICD-10). Quite often they feel overwhelmed, depleted and unable to find an obvious solution to their problem. They find themselves chronically ruminating about the past or worrying about the future, leading to vicious cycles of depression and anxiety. These clients require a specialised therapist who can offer brief, effective treatment.
When life’s road feels bumpier and then bumpier again therapy can shine a light on the causes and the best way forward. I will provide a safe, warm confidential environment, where we will identify, explore and work through what’s troubling you. Through our relationship and by working together we will discover and develop new ways of approaching life that will serve you better-ways which are less compromised by the past.
When life’s road feels bumpier and then bumpier again therapy can shine a light on the causes and the best way forward. I will provide a safe, warm confidential environment, where we will identify, explore and work through what’s troubling you. Through our relationship and by working together we will discover and develop new ways of approaching life that will serve you better-ways which are less compromised by the past.
Individual therapy offers a place of honesty for the battles in our heads, from medical diagnoses (or not) and past trauma it may include, questions of sexuality, gender expression, and everyday negative thinking. As life changes, so can how we feel about ourselves, others, and what we want. At times we may feel alone, whatever our relationship status. Ruptures can affect trust, communication, emotional safety and leave us hurt &/or uncertain. Therapy provides space to reflect, reconnect, and find meaning in uncertainty. It can reduce anxiety, deepen our understanding, and support harmony between inner needs and the demands upon us.
Individual therapy offers a place of honesty for the battles in our heads, from medical diagnoses (or not) and past trauma it may include, questions of sexuality, gender expression, and everyday negative thinking. As life changes, so can how we feel about ourselves, others, and what we want. At times we may feel alone, whatever our relationship status. Ruptures can affect trust, communication, emotional safety and leave us hurt &/or uncertain. Therapy provides space to reflect, reconnect, and find meaning in uncertainty. It can reduce anxiety, deepen our understanding, and support harmony between inner needs and the demands upon us.
I am a Clinical supervisor with a social service background and have been working with families for over 20 years. I realise that it can often be difficult for children to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing, or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. I offer a safe and supportive environment where children can express their emotional and relational difficulties by using their natural language of communication, PLAY, with the facilitation of various play and creative materials in the playroom.
I am a Clinical supervisor with a social service background and have been working with families for over 20 years. I realise that it can often be difficult for children to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing, or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. I offer a safe and supportive environment where children can express their emotional and relational difficulties by using their natural language of communication, PLAY, with the facilitation of various play and creative materials in the playroom.
A registered BACP integrative psychotherapist. Working integratively means I utilise an extensive number of approaches to support you. I work with a wide range of client struggles. My particular areas of experience are with clients who suffer from Anxiety and Stress, Addictions, ADHD, Bereavement, Body Image, Behaviour Change, Childhood Impact, Cancer, Chronic Health Conditions, Crossroads in life, Depression, Family Conflict, Loneliness, Low Mood, Low Self Esteem, Negative Thought Patterns, Suicidal thoughts, Systems Of Oppression, Relationships and Traumatic Events. I have worked in the NHS, University, and Private Practice
A registered BACP integrative psychotherapist. Working integratively means I utilise an extensive number of approaches to support you. I work with a wide range of client struggles. My particular areas of experience are with clients who suffer from Anxiety and Stress, Addictions, ADHD, Bereavement, Body Image, Behaviour Change, Childhood Impact, Cancer, Chronic Health Conditions, Crossroads in life, Depression, Family Conflict, Loneliness, Low Mood, Low Self Esteem, Negative Thought Patterns, Suicidal thoughts, Systems Of Oppression, Relationships and Traumatic Events. I have worked in the NHS, University, and Private Practice
I am a specialist psychological therapist with over 10 000 hours of clinical practice. In our clinics we offer a range of therapeutic resources to support paediatric and young people in resolving mental health conditions and neurodiversity concerns. I am a qualified in EMDR and Trauma-focused CBT, and specialise in working with families with members with Autism and ADHD, amongst other therapies and have considerable training and experience managing traumatic presentations stemming from adverse life experiences. I also offer neuroscience-based psychological treatments for pain, chronic and terminal illness.
I am a specialist psychological therapist with over 10 000 hours of clinical practice. In our clinics we offer a range of therapeutic resources to support paediatric and young people in resolving mental health conditions and neurodiversity concerns. I am a qualified in EMDR and Trauma-focused CBT, and specialise in working with families with members with Autism and ADHD, amongst other therapies and have considerable training and experience managing traumatic presentations stemming from adverse life experiences. I also offer neuroscience-based psychological treatments for pain, chronic and terminal illness.
Are you feeling stuck in life or lost and don't know where to turn? Maybe you are feeling hopeless or helpless and require some support? Do you isolate or surround yourself with others, but feel alone? Maybe you are on a journey of healing or self-discovery? It is likely that I can support with whatever is bringing you to therapy.
My style is warm, empathic and deeply soulful. I help you connect to yourself by providing a space where all of you and your experiences can be seen and heard. I work intuitively ensuring that the right questions are asked and empower you to connect with your internal knowing, strength and resolve.
Are you feeling stuck in life or lost and don't know where to turn? Maybe you are feeling hopeless or helpless and require some support? Do you isolate or surround yourself with others, but feel alone? Maybe you are on a journey of healing or self-discovery? It is likely that I can support with whatever is bringing you to therapy.
My style is warm, empathic and deeply soulful. I help you connect to yourself by providing a space where all of you and your experiences can be seen and heard. I work intuitively ensuring that the right questions are asked and empower you to connect with your internal knowing, strength and resolve.
Perhaps you feel trapped by the past, knowing there must be more to life yet stuck in survival mode. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, or a loss of meaning feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward. You know something needs to change. Therapy offers a space to process what you’re going through, helping you find balance, clarity, and a deeper connection to yourself. I’m an experienced psychotherapist and founder of a trauma therapy centre, specialising in supporting clients to feel regulated, grounded, and able to live more fully.
Perhaps you feel trapped by the past, knowing there must be more to life yet stuck in survival mode. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, or a loss of meaning feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward. You know something needs to change. Therapy offers a space to process what you’re going through, helping you find balance, clarity, and a deeper connection to yourself. I’m an experienced psychotherapist and founder of a trauma therapy centre, specialising in supporting clients to feel regulated, grounded, and able to live more fully.
I work with individuals, relationships and separation.
I offer a compassionate and supportive space where you can feel truly heard and understood. I work at your pace, with your experiences, and what feels right for you. I am here to help you explore your thoughts and emotions, and support you as you work through your feelings.
I believe that everyone has the potential to move forward, and my role is to support and guide you through that process.
I work with individuals, relationships and separation.
I offer a compassionate and supportive space where you can feel truly heard and understood. I work at your pace, with your experiences, and what feels right for you. I am here to help you explore your thoughts and emotions, and support you as you work through your feelings.
I believe that everyone has the potential to move forward, and my role is to support and guide you through that process.
As a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment where I can help you gain insight into the less conscious aspects of your thinking, behaviour and feelings. I can offer brief focused counselling where we can address a current situation, as well as longer term psychotherapy where we can work together to disentangle deeper rooted difficulties which may have built up over time as a result of your earliest experiences.
As a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment where I can help you gain insight into the less conscious aspects of your thinking, behaviour and feelings. I can offer brief focused counselling where we can address a current situation, as well as longer term psychotherapy where we can work together to disentangle deeper rooted difficulties which may have built up over time as a result of your earliest experiences.
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Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Counsellors
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.