Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Queen Creek, AZ

Rick became a trained and certified therapeutic foster (TFC/HCTC) parent in 2009. Rick is also a certified special education teacher working in the private sector. During this journey, Rick has experience working with children with ADHD, ADD, RAD, ODD, Autism (ASD), anxiety, depression, mood disorder, mild and severe intellectual disabilities, vision/hearing impaired, trauma, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, and TBI.

Rite Path Behavioral Health is an outpatient counseling clinic located in Queen Creek. We offer direct care services such as individual, family, couples, group, expressive arts and animal assisted therapies. Rite Path is dedicated to providing services to children, couples and families that help them achieve their vision of a better life. Our team represents a group of compassionate, caring, mission-driven professionals who all share a similar passion for helping people achieve their full potential with over 20+ years of experience.

Are you looking for a way to improve your overall well-being? I provide a safe and neutral counseling space for individuals, couples and families to work towards an overall improvement within their relationships, everyday life and mindset. One's choice to begin counseling is a positive decision towards self-care, improved relationships and a proactive way to handle life's hardships. Counseling provides an opportunity to learn ways to gain control over one's life. I believe that the power of empathy within counseling can be life changing.

Through my 15 years of being a foster/adopt parent, I have experienced how trauma, attachment, anxiety, learning disorders, Autism, ADHD, and mood disorders, affect daily functioning and the ability to enjoy life. I have come to appreciate how important it is to feel a sense of safety and belonging. We are biologically wired to need connections/relationships for optimal growth and development. However, negative life experiences, the inability to self-regulate our emotions, and or other mental health concerns, can negatively affect the way we interact with others, causing difficulties in building those positive relationships we need.

Do you feel "stuck" in your relationship? Often, people come in, wanting to strengthen their relationship, but feel stuck because their efforts to save the relationship aren't working, and often make things worse. I work with couples to help them get "unstuck" and to help them learn how they got there, and more importantly, how to begin enjoying one another, connecting, and becoming strong supports as they once were for one another. I also work with individuals who feel stuck, personally, in their own lives and in relationships, helping them identify their own patterns and get "unstuck."

“We are all on a journey of some sort, whether it is one of healing, new beginnings, pleasure, or life transition. Sometimes we encounter storms and obstacles that shake us and may make us feel as if we are lost or maybe incapable of overcoming the storm.” These storms may be recognized as anxiety, depression, loss of a loved one, job or home. Creating therapeutic trust and emotional safety are two of my greatest strengths as a therapist. I will work with you to create an environment in which you can discover your own truth and authentic self, and increase your capacity to make healthy life choices and find fulfilling relationships.

My approach to counseling is relational, trauma-focused, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life. I bring a unique blend of empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based techniques to my sessions. I am here to walk alongside you as we navigate challenges and uncover your inner strengths. Collaboration is at the heart of my therapy style and I believe healing requires active participation from both of us. With empathy, encouragement, and honesty, I challenge my clients to explore new perspectives that will lead to lasting change.

It is difficult to find the courage to seek help for the struggles you are facing. Once you are able to gain that courage we can work together to find strategies and solutions to assist you in reaching your potential in any area that is currently challenging for you.

I provide therapy for children, families and individuals. My approach is playful, creative and fun. I practice from a Social Work perspective, taking into account all of the relationships, stressors, strengths and support a person has surrounding them. My approach is a collaborative effort with parents, who bring the most important perspective and knowledge regarding their children. Working together will only make us more successful in creating real change. I utilize many therapeutic techniques, including Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, Play, Sensory, Behavior Modification and more.

Spectrum Psychology and Wellness was formed in order to meet the holistic needs of our community. Our approach is strength-based and person centered. Our practitioners specialize in issues across all ages and stages of life. Our intention is to meet the needs of the ever-evolving integrated healthcare landscape. Our aim is to treat the whole patient in one, central place, by adopting a multi-dimensional approach that explores the relationship between mental health and physical conditions. SPW will work with your healthcare team to provide coordinated patient care that meets your unique needs and those of your family.

**ONLINE SESSIONS AVAILABLE** Making changes can be very difficult. I believe that therapy is about finding the inner strengths inside of yourself that can allow you to become the person you want to be. Whether you are healing from wounds from your past or looking to write a new future, change is possible. No two people go through this process in the same way, everyone's journey is very unique.

*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma or other concerns that keep you from progressing in life? Here at Behavioral Health Solutions, our team of licensed therapists are experienced and caring. We would love to help you understand how to address your concerns. We provide a safe environment that allows you to discuss your problems without feeling shame or judgement. Your help is just an email or phone call away!

Doctor Willyerd graduated from Arizona State University with a doctorate in behavioral health in 2011. prior to that he had a masters degree in counseling in 2009. Since then his professional career has taken him into helping many at risk individuals such as sex offender youth, children with severe childhood trauma, families with fragile home life and structure, prisoners in the prison system and on suicide watch and prisoners having severe psychotic episodes.

Cash rate as low as $85 per session! Sam received his Master's degree in social work from Arizona State University. During his undergraduate years Sam worked in the substance use field and with those who suffer with addiction. Sam often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Person-Centered approach when working with clients. Sam works with adolescents and adults. Sam brings a unique perspective as he suffered with intense anxiety and depression during his adolescent years. Sam focuses on treating anxiety, depression, problematic behaviors.

As a Doctor of Clinical Psychology (PsyD), I've helped thousands of clients of every age, gender, race, religion, and sexual orientation recapture their lives from bipolar & mood disorders, TBI, anxiety and depression, struggles with domestic & sexual abuse, PTSD, fears, trauma, and coping with situations surrounding death & dying. Having the highest level of medical credential in Psychology and Psychotherapy, you can rely on getting a treatment regime customized for you, whether it's using psychoeducation, gestalt principles, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The force that is derailing your life can be tamed or banished altogether.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with children ages birth-5 and their families.  I have extensive experience in counseling children struggling with anxiety, selective mutism, separation anxiety, impulse control, attention regulation, anger management, developmental delays and disabilities, trauma, family conflict, and more.  I offer individual counseling for children, social-emotional skills group counseling for children, parent counseling, parenting skills group counseling, and family counseling.

Therapy is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves. Having a safe and confidential space free of judgment, bias, and "a stake in the game" affords us the opportunity to slow down, reflect, and be asked the quality questions that will move us toward a more satisfying and rewarding existence. Whether it is managing anxiety and depression, challenging the thoughts that lead to bad habits, or building skills to improve relationships, therapy offers us individualized time to create a better experience of our lives.

Life is filled with challenges. Sometimes we wonder if we have what it takes to navigate through them. I believe that often when we are struggling, we may lack the skills necessary to see us through. My goal is to help you make sense of the challenges in your life through listening with understanding, recognizing your own strengths and providing you with new skills.

Through years of experience working with adults to kindergarteners in the educational system and advocating for my own children and their various needs, I have found that life experiences of all kinds impact our lives in both negative and positive ways. Whether an experience is rooted in joy or negativity, these events amplified or impacted by learning issues, perception, trauma, or anxiety pose obstacles for successes, relationships, and a person's ability to navigate life. Learning to self-regulate one's emotions, build healthy relationships, and develop coping skills through counseling, maximize personal growth and well-being.