Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Crawford County, AR

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Lumina Behavioral Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-TH, LADAC, ADC CSD
Van Buren, AR 72956
Lumina Behavioral Health in Van Buren, AR. serve men 18 years old and above in a residential setting for substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Lumina serves both men and women 18 years or older in day treatment services such as partial hospitalization or intensive outpatient at the Van Buren location. Outpatient services either in person or tele/health is offered for mental health services. Insurances are accepted.
Lumina Behavioral Health in Van Buren, AR. serve men 18 years old and above in a residential setting for substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Lumina serves both men and women 18 years or older in day treatment services such as partial hospitalization or intensive outpatient at the Van Buren location. Outpatient services either in person or tele/health is offered for mental health services. Insurances are accepted.
(479) 349-4906 View (479) 349-4906
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Amber Callaway
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Warren, Arkansas. I have been working as a counselor, for 12 years. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with both adolescents and adults, and specialize in the areas of depression, anxiety/stress, communication and relationship issues, and self-esteem, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness approaches.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Warren, Arkansas. I have been working as a counselor, for 12 years. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with both adolescents and adults, and specialize in the areas of depression, anxiety/stress, communication and relationship issues, and self-esteem, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness approaches.
(870) 900-3159 View (870) 900-3159
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Kenneth Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LADAC, ADC, NCC, EMDR
Serves Area
"Over the past few years, the demand for mental health services has increased. The field of mental health, in efforts to meet this demand, has caused the technique of counseling to become commercialized. When I created Harris & Harris my mission was to create a business practice that was ethically driven to get back to the basics of counseling. Customer volume should never be a measurement of success within a business, but providing consistent quality service should always be a measurement standard."
"Over the past few years, the demand for mental health services has increased. The field of mental health, in efforts to meet this demand, has caused the technique of counseling to become commercialized. When I created Harris & Harris my mission was to create a business practice that was ethically driven to get back to the basics of counseling. Customer volume should never be a measurement of success within a business, but providing consistent quality service should always be a measurement standard."
(479) 616-1860 View (479) 616-1860
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Tara Clifford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Step out into freedom and embrace the life you were born to live! Is fear running your life? Do you hide the “real you” from family & friends? Discover the courage to be who you truly are! Many people dealing with anxiety, depression and gender and sexuality issues feel they are missing out on life. Clients I work with often report feeling alone and afraid to reach out for help. They no longer want to hide who they are, yet also feel stuck moving forward due to lack of support or fear of judgement. My passion is to help you ditch the shame and find freedom to love the person in the mirror despite the opinions of others.
Step out into freedom and embrace the life you were born to live! Is fear running your life? Do you hide the “real you” from family & friends? Discover the courage to be who you truly are! Many people dealing with anxiety, depression and gender and sexuality issues feel they are missing out on life. Clients I work with often report feeling alone and afraid to reach out for help. They no longer want to hide who they are, yet also feel stuck moving forward due to lack of support or fear of judgement. My passion is to help you ditch the shame and find freedom to love the person in the mirror despite the opinions of others.
(479) 431-4201 View (479) 431-4201
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Dr. Lisa Albuja
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, CCTP, CYTP, CFTP, TF-CBT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Where do I go from here you might ask? You've endured a traumatic experience, maybe even more than once. You just had another blowout with your troublesome child or your family is in a spiraling crisis. You're in a volatile custody battle. Perhaps you don't recognize who you are anymore. You are paralyzed with fear or you don't know why you are so sad. Did that last explosive outburst of anger cross a penalizing line? I can help. I can work to help you function, to overcome a baffling obstacle or see a new vista.
Where do I go from here you might ask? You've endured a traumatic experience, maybe even more than once. You just had another blowout with your troublesome child or your family is in a spiraling crisis. You're in a volatile custody battle. Perhaps you don't recognize who you are anymore. You are paralyzed with fear or you don't know why you are so sad. Did that last explosive outburst of anger cross a penalizing line? I can help. I can work to help you function, to overcome a baffling obstacle or see a new vista.
(479) 282-2827 View (479) 282-2827
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Scarlett Evert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Serves Area
Sometimes life is a puzzle and we feel lost looking for the pieces to create the bigger picture. My goal as a professional counselor is to help those I serve in putting their puzzle together. Throughout this journey, I utilize a person-centered approach offering unconditional positive regard and empathy to assist in completing this puzzle. I also provide solution-focused, guided imagery, and cognitive-behavioral techniques.
Sometimes life is a puzzle and we feel lost looking for the pieces to create the bigger picture. My goal as a professional counselor is to help those I serve in putting their puzzle together. Throughout this journey, I utilize a person-centered approach offering unconditional positive regard and empathy to assist in completing this puzzle. I also provide solution-focused, guided imagery, and cognitive-behavioral techniques.
(479) 888-7852 View (479) 888-7852
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Robin L. Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
There can be healing and growth after experiencing really hard parts of life.. Trauma doesn’t have to be the end of your story. You can write a new chapter. I am passionate about coming alongside those who are adjusting to life changes and seeking personal growth, as well as helping those who are working through the effects of abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and grief.
There can be healing and growth after experiencing really hard parts of life.. Trauma doesn’t have to be the end of your story. You can write a new chapter. I am passionate about coming alongside those who are adjusting to life changes and seeking personal growth, as well as helping those who are working through the effects of abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and grief.
(479) 364-5768 View (479) 364-5768
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Stacy Adams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-TA, EMDR-T, CSAM, CAIMHP, C-ADHD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I want to start by saying that I truly hold a solid belief that each and every human deserves to feel happiness, love, excitement, contentment, and ultimately to achieve their dreams, desires, goals, and best-selves! I implement an integrative approach, with a craving to help. Whether that assistance be with an individual navigating ADHD, a person learning to cope with anxiety/depression, a couple for growth & change, entire family in need, I am devoted to seeking out and destroying the obstacles, strongholds, cognitive distortions, or whatever the “problem” is that is impeding their ability to live happy, healthy, fulfilled lives.
I want to start by saying that I truly hold a solid belief that each and every human deserves to feel happiness, love, excitement, contentment, and ultimately to achieve their dreams, desires, goals, and best-selves! I implement an integrative approach, with a craving to help. Whether that assistance be with an individual navigating ADHD, a person learning to cope with anxiety/depression, a couple for growth & change, entire family in need, I am devoted to seeking out and destroying the obstacles, strongholds, cognitive distortions, or whatever the “problem” is that is impeding their ability to live happy, healthy, fulfilled lives.
(479) 342-4522 View (479) 342-4522
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Erica Hutchison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Serves Area
I provide play therapy and counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families. I feel privileged to work with children and help them to heal emotionally, repair relationships, and improve daily functioning. I believe that all children possess the inner resources to heal themselves. I also believe that play therapy, family support, and the child's relationship with the therapist, best enable children to access those inner resources so they can heal, move forward, and be successful.
I provide play therapy and counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families. I feel privileged to work with children and help them to heal emotionally, repair relationships, and improve daily functioning. I believe that all children possess the inner resources to heal themselves. I also believe that play therapy, family support, and the child's relationship with the therapist, best enable children to access those inner resources so they can heal, move forward, and be successful.
(479) 717-9071 View (479) 717-9071
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Kristan Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether you're feeling stuck in cycles of self-doubt, navigating intense emotions, or working through painful past experiences, I am here to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and reconnect with your sense of worth. I bring a trauma-informed, client-centered approach to therapy, with a deep commitment to creating a safe, compassionate space where healing can take root. I work with individuals navigating OCD, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and emotional distress-helping them better understand their experiences, reconnect with their strengths,and build meaningful change at their own pace.
Whether you're feeling stuck in cycles of self-doubt, navigating intense emotions, or working through painful past experiences, I am here to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and reconnect with your sense of worth. I bring a trauma-informed, client-centered approach to therapy, with a deep commitment to creating a safe, compassionate space where healing can take root. I work with individuals navigating OCD, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and emotional distress-helping them better understand their experiences, reconnect with their strengths,and build meaningful change at their own pace.
(479) 315-5876 View (479) 315-5876
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Gregory D Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC PhD
Serves Area
28 years of clinical practice. Specializing in the treatment of young adult and adolescent anxiety. Significant experience in issues of identity and intimacy and many years of treatment applications of substance abuse and codependent behavior. Appreciating an awareness of personal research in narcissistic and dependent personality relationships. Useful applications of helping individuals understand the workings and functions of a healthy relationship. Attachment assessment and family systems assessment. Sum: Anxiety, Attachment, Recovery, Adolescence, Adjustment, Intimacy, Identity, Boundaries and Health Relationship therapy.
28 years of clinical practice. Specializing in the treatment of young adult and adolescent anxiety. Significant experience in issues of identity and intimacy and many years of treatment applications of substance abuse and codependent behavior. Appreciating an awareness of personal research in narcissistic and dependent personality relationships. Useful applications of helping individuals understand the workings and functions of a healthy relationship. Attachment assessment and family systems assessment. Sum: Anxiety, Attachment, Recovery, Adolescence, Adjustment, Intimacy, Identity, Boundaries and Health Relationship therapy.
(479) 235-6617 View (479) 235-6617
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Chelsi Steele
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Serves Area
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that specializes in play therapy to provide counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families. I am honored to work with children and to provide a safe place for them to resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development, specifically through play. My work with children involves meeting them where they are emotionally and developmentally through play therapy, while also working with their families to improve daily functioning. Play therapy gives children the capability to improve regulation skills, tolerate frustrations, and improve relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that specializes in play therapy to provide counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families. I am honored to work with children and to provide a safe place for them to resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development, specifically through play. My work with children involves meeting them where they are emotionally and developmentally through play therapy, while also working with their families to improve daily functioning. Play therapy gives children the capability to improve regulation skills, tolerate frustrations, and improve relationships.
(479) 239-8555 View (479) 239-8555
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Pablo Albuja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP, EMDR, TF-CBT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Science has shown that mental health issues might not be only genetic, but also the result of current of past adverse experiences, causing unwanted symptoms to appear. As human beings we need connection with others and psychotherapy might be a powerful tool to help heal emotional wounds. ESPAÑOL: Ciencia ha demostrado que trastornos de salud mental no solo pueden ser genéticos pero también el resultado de experiencias adversas presentes o del pasado, causando sintomas no deseados. Como seres humanos necesitamos conexión emocional con otros . Psicoterapia puede una herramienta poderosa para ayudar a sanar de lesiones emocionales.
Science has shown that mental health issues might not be only genetic, but also the result of current of past adverse experiences, causing unwanted symptoms to appear. As human beings we need connection with others and psychotherapy might be a powerful tool to help heal emotional wounds. ESPAÑOL: Ciencia ha demostrado que trastornos de salud mental no solo pueden ser genéticos pero también el resultado de experiencias adversas presentes o del pasado, causando sintomas no deseados. Como seres humanos necesitamos conexión emocional con otros . Psicoterapia puede una herramienta poderosa para ayudar a sanar de lesiones emocionales.
(479) 668-4538 View (479) 668-4538

Online Therapists

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Kate Kuff
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can be unpredictable. Dealing with stress and sadness can leave you feeling alone. Using nurturing client-driven counseling and CBT, you will learn to challenge negative thoughts and beliefs working to remove roadblocks stopping you from meeting your goals. Trained in Trauma-Focused CBT you will be guided to safely disclose past hurts or unsettling thoughts if and when you are ready. I have a lifetime of experience supporting families; parents, children, and especially teens to gain insights, realize their personal strengths, and find peace.
Life can be unpredictable. Dealing with stress and sadness can leave you feeling alone. Using nurturing client-driven counseling and CBT, you will learn to challenge negative thoughts and beliefs working to remove roadblocks stopping you from meeting your goals. Trained in Trauma-Focused CBT you will be guided to safely disclose past hurts or unsettling thoughts if and when you are ready. I have a lifetime of experience supporting families; parents, children, and especially teens to gain insights, realize their personal strengths, and find peace.
(479) 239-8621 View (479) 239-8621
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Megan Shai Beard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Rogers, AR 72758
My passion is helping children and adolescents. I have over 12 years of experience as a counselor in Northwest Arkansas. I have treated clients with a wide range of mental health issues - anxiety, depression, ADHD, impulse-control issues, attachment issues, trauma-related issues, etc. My clients can expect to experience full acceptance, empathy, and understanding through a safe, positive relationship. I provide a safe space for clients to process inner experiences and feelings through play, art, and other creative interventions.
My passion is helping children and adolescents. I have over 12 years of experience as a counselor in Northwest Arkansas. I have treated clients with a wide range of mental health issues - anxiety, depression, ADHD, impulse-control issues, attachment issues, trauma-related issues, etc. My clients can expect to experience full acceptance, empathy, and understanding through a safe, positive relationship. I provide a safe space for clients to process inner experiences and feelings through play, art, and other creative interventions.
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Henry Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I am an LPC. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I congratulate you on beginning your journey. I specialize in working with young adults and adults as they navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative—I’m here to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can truly be yourself.
I am an LPC. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I congratulate you on beginning your journey. I specialize in working with young adults and adults as they navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative—I’m here to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can truly be yourself.
(870) 330-6420 View (870) 330-6420
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Rachael Labitad
Counselor, LAC
Bentonville, AR 72712
Have you or your child begun to feel overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, emotional outbursts, or difficulty managing stress and relationships? Many people come to therapy feeling frustrated, confused by their reactions, or unsure how to move forward. Whether the concern involves anxiety, mood changes, family stress, or behavioral challenges, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can slow down, feel understood, and begin making sense of their experiences. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor and strive to make therapy a collaborative process, paced to meet each client where they are.
Have you or your child begun to feel overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, emotional outbursts, or difficulty managing stress and relationships? Many people come to therapy feeling frustrated, confused by their reactions, or unsure how to move forward. Whether the concern involves anxiety, mood changes, family stress, or behavioral challenges, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can slow down, feel understood, and begin making sense of their experiences. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor and strive to make therapy a collaborative process, paced to meet each client where they are.
(479) 333-8112 View (479) 333-8112
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Jeff Nemeth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Fort Smith, AR 72903
I was trained as a safety engineer in Chicago, focusing on systems or how people get their needs met. Later, I was trained as a marriage and family therapist in the Canadian Rockies. I bring a different perspective to the therapy couch due to life experience and training. I’ve been practicing for over 15 years and provide a Christ-centered approach to therapy. I use an attachment lens to develop strong emotional bonds with others. Attachment theory is simply a way of understanding our default positions in relationships t. I enjoy working with couples and families and helping couples "fall in love again".
I was trained as a safety engineer in Chicago, focusing on systems or how people get their needs met. Later, I was trained as a marriage and family therapist in the Canadian Rockies. I bring a different perspective to the therapy couch due to life experience and training. I’ve been practicing for over 15 years and provide a Christ-centered approach to therapy. I use an attachment lens to develop strong emotional bonds with others. Attachment theory is simply a way of understanding our default positions in relationships t. I enjoy working with couples and families and helping couples "fall in love again".
(479) 339-8375 View (479) 339-8375
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Ken Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
13 Endorsed
Rogers, AR 72758
I specialize in three types of clients - couples hanging on by a thread, men who are less than thrilled at the idea of attending therapy, and individuals that live under a constant state of performance pressure. As someone who has lived and survived all three of these scenarios personally, I've got a ton of empathy and a box of tools ready for people motivated to achieve change. Whether you're picking up the pieces from infidelity, exhausted from fighting about the same tired topics, or struggling to escape the voices in your head that beat you down, I'm honored to pull up a chair next you and begin sorting through the mess.
I specialize in three types of clients - couples hanging on by a thread, men who are less than thrilled at the idea of attending therapy, and individuals that live under a constant state of performance pressure. As someone who has lived and survived all three of these scenarios personally, I've got a ton of empathy and a box of tools ready for people motivated to achieve change. Whether you're picking up the pieces from infidelity, exhausted from fighting about the same tired topics, or struggling to escape the voices in your head that beat you down, I'm honored to pull up a chair next you and begin sorting through the mess.
(479) 595-0333 View (479) 595-0333
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Crystal S Rofkahr
Psychologist, PhD
Fayetteville, AR 72701
I have experience with adults, adolescents, and children. I work individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am committed to bringing a client's lifestyle, perspectives, and interests to the forefront of therapeutic work. I ask clients to mindfully incorporate therapeutic work into their day-to-day lives.
I have experience with adults, adolescents, and children. I work individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am committed to bringing a client's lifestyle, perspectives, and interests to the forefront of therapeutic work. I ask clients to mindfully incorporate therapeutic work into their day-to-day lives.
(479) 235-6602 View (479) 235-6602

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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.