Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Ellenwood, GA
Peace & Blessings! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Atlanta, GA, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and young adults to support them in learning how to connect both their mind and body. I specialize in complex trauma, stress, and anger management, behavioral issues, academic performance concerns, mood disorders, adjustment issues, and more.
Peace & Blessings! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Atlanta, GA, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and young adults to support them in learning how to connect both their mind and body. I specialize in complex trauma, stress, and anger management, behavioral issues, academic performance concerns, mood disorders, adjustment issues, and more.
I have been in the practice of assisting adults, children and families since 2000 with issues varying from school/academic problems to marital discord. As a doctorate level clinician I am more than equipped and trained to work with clients who are experiencing residual emotional/mental/behavioral effects from work issues, depression, anxiety, family conflict, marital discord, families in transition, current and past trauma (ie. childhood, sexual abuse, violence).
I have been in the practice of assisting adults, children and families since 2000 with issues varying from school/academic problems to marital discord. As a doctorate level clinician I am more than equipped and trained to work with clients who are experiencing residual emotional/mental/behavioral effects from work issues, depression, anxiety, family conflict, marital discord, families in transition, current and past trauma (ie. childhood, sexual abuse, violence).
Welcome! My name is Candice Schalit. I was born and raised in the Bronx, New York, to immigrant parents. My parents instilled in me a passion for being an active listener, and with that, I speak from a position of compassion and knowledge. I enjoy the field of mental health and helping others create balance with their mental health. I am licensed in GA and SC. I am committed to being your co-pilot on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself.
Welcome! My name is Candice Schalit. I was born and raised in the Bronx, New York, to immigrant parents. My parents instilled in me a passion for being an active listener, and with that, I speak from a position of compassion and knowledge. I enjoy the field of mental health and helping others create balance with their mental health. I am licensed in GA and SC. I am committed to being your co-pilot on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself.
My clinical philosophy is to help individuals and families transform their lives for a greater tomorrow. However, in my practice I emphasize the importance of effective communication within systems and encourage clients to find the confidence to advocate for themselves assertively while respecting others. I believe each individual has both the capacity and the right to change and to grow.
My clinical philosophy is to help individuals and families transform their lives for a greater tomorrow. However, in my practice I emphasize the importance of effective communication within systems and encourage clients to find the confidence to advocate for themselves assertively while respecting others. I believe each individual has both the capacity and the right to change and to grow.
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, specializing in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). I work with children ages 2–7 and their families to strengthen the parent-child relationship, improve behavior, and foster emotional growth.
Parenting is tough—there’s no one-size-fits-all guide. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by tantrums, defiance, or emotional struggles, you’re not alone. In PCIT, I coach you live while you play with your child—teaching practical, research-based skills to build connection, manage behavior, and bring a little calm to the chaos.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, specializing in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). I work with children ages 2–7 and their families to strengthen the parent-child relationship, improve behavior, and foster emotional growth.
Parenting is tough—there’s no one-size-fits-all guide. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by tantrums, defiance, or emotional struggles, you’re not alone. In PCIT, I coach you live while you play with your child—teaching practical, research-based skills to build connection, manage behavior, and bring a little calm to the chaos.
Therapy should feel like a place where you can breathe, slow down, and talk openly without feeling judged. I work with children, teens, and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, behavior concerns, family stress, and life transitions. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to move forward, and together we work toward more clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
Therapy should feel like a place where you can breathe, slow down, and talk openly without feeling judged. I work with children, teens, and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, behavior concerns, family stress, and life transitions. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to move forward, and together we work toward more clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
I specialize in navigating complex cases and confronting the most challenging issues with clarity, empathy, and clinical precision. My approach is rooted in a deep respect for each individual’s experience, while also holding space for accountability, growth, and honest reflection. I am committed to walking alongside clients through their most difficult moments—without flinching from the hard conversations necessary for real and lasting change.
I specialize in navigating complex cases and confronting the most challenging issues with clarity, empathy, and clinical precision. My approach is rooted in a deep respect for each individual’s experience, while also holding space for accountability, growth, and honest reflection. I am committed to walking alongside clients through their most difficult moments—without flinching from the hard conversations necessary for real and lasting change.
I've been working with adolescents and their parents for nearly 40 years. I have enjoyed helping families navigate the adolescent experience dealing with issues of parenting practices, adolescent self esteem and social development and issues of sexuality and sexual identity.
I've been working with adolescents and their parents for nearly 40 years. I have enjoyed helping families navigate the adolescent experience dealing with issues of parenting practices, adolescent self esteem and social development and issues of sexuality and sexual identity.
I am a licensed professional counselor in the great state of Georgia. I am a counselor because I believe all people can and do get better with the proper guidance. I have the pleasure of working with different people with different needs and have enjoyed doing so my whole career. I most enjoy people who are ready to change no matter what they are struggling with, and I specialize in helping veterans, men, children, and teens with trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, school, and work-related issues.
I am a licensed professional counselor in the great state of Georgia. I am a counselor because I believe all people can and do get better with the proper guidance. I have the pleasure of working with different people with different needs and have enjoyed doing so my whole career. I most enjoy people who are ready to change no matter what they are struggling with, and I specialize in helping veterans, men, children, and teens with trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, school, and work-related issues.
Helping children, teens, and young adults navigate anxiety, low self-esteem, and behavioral challenges is my passion. With specialized training from Harvard Medical School’s McLean Hospital, I bring a collaborative and evidence-based approach to treatment. I specialize in OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, anxiety, and depression while also supporting parents with coaching and helping women navigate pregnancy, postpartum, and fertility challenges. My goal is to empower clients with the tools and confidence to thrive, improve relationships, and find lasting fulfillment.
Helping children, teens, and young adults navigate anxiety, low self-esteem, and behavioral challenges is my passion. With specialized training from Harvard Medical School’s McLean Hospital, I bring a collaborative and evidence-based approach to treatment. I specialize in OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, anxiety, and depression while also supporting parents with coaching and helping women navigate pregnancy, postpartum, and fertility challenges. My goal is to empower clients with the tools and confidence to thrive, improve relationships, and find lasting fulfillment.
I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with resilience and strength. I believe that therapy should be a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in their lives. I am licensed in both Georgia and Alabama and provide Telehealth services.
I bring years of clinical experience in counseling, working with clients across diverse backgrounds and life situations. My practice is grounded in compassion, respect, and evidence-based approaches tailored to the unique needs of each client.
I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with resilience and strength. I believe that therapy should be a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in their lives. I am licensed in both Georgia and Alabama and provide Telehealth services.
I bring years of clinical experience in counseling, working with clients across diverse backgrounds and life situations. My practice is grounded in compassion, respect, and evidence-based approaches tailored to the unique needs of each client.
At Optimal Psychological we specialize in Psychological Evaluations and Trauma Assessments for infants, children and adults. We have convenient appointment times, fast turnaround time and a friendly atmosphere.
At Optimal Psychological we specialize in Psychological Evaluations and Trauma Assessments for infants, children and adults. We have convenient appointment times, fast turnaround time and a friendly atmosphere.
Ginger Ridge Behavioral Health Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CEO, LCSW, EdD, MEd
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Hi there! Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you are looking for a fresh perspective, it is important to find the right fit. We will accomplish this together through the therapeutic relationship. I will empower you to be your best. My approach uses techniques from various schools: cognitive, behavioral, and psychodynamic. I am a licensed psychotherapist with a graduate degree from Columbia University/CAU with more than 15 years' experience. I work with individuals and couples in different settings and across a range of issues, including: depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics; bereavement; and trauma.
Hi there! Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you are looking for a fresh perspective, it is important to find the right fit. We will accomplish this together through the therapeutic relationship. I will empower you to be your best. My approach uses techniques from various schools: cognitive, behavioral, and psychodynamic. I am a licensed psychotherapist with a graduate degree from Columbia University/CAU with more than 15 years' experience. I work with individuals and couples in different settings and across a range of issues, including: depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics; bereavement; and trauma.
Is your child struggling with their emotions, school stress, or behavior challenges? As a child and family therapist, I help children learn healthy ways to manage their feelings, improve behavior, and build confidence while also supporting parents with practical strategies at home. I collaborate with schools, medical professionals, and other community spaces to ensure your child receives consistent support across all areas of their life. By working together, we can address challenges at home, at school, and in daily activities, helping your child build skills, confidence, and resilience.
Is your child struggling with their emotions, school stress, or behavior challenges? As a child and family therapist, I help children learn healthy ways to manage their feelings, improve behavior, and build confidence while also supporting parents with practical strategies at home. I collaborate with schools, medical professionals, and other community spaces to ensure your child receives consistent support across all areas of their life. By working together, we can address challenges at home, at school, and in daily activities, helping your child build skills, confidence, and resilience.
Congratulations. You've taken the first journey toward healing. I believe in providing compassionate, evidence-based techniques as part of the counseling. I employ different ways to assist you in healing. I am trained in EMDR, which I use for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and addiction. As a therapist, I employ DBT for coping skills. I also use CBT to help you change thought patterns.
Congratulations. You've taken the first journey toward healing. I believe in providing compassionate, evidence-based techniques as part of the counseling. I employ different ways to assist you in healing. I am trained in EMDR, which I use for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and addiction. As a therapist, I employ DBT for coping skills. I also use CBT to help you change thought patterns.
Hello! I'm Dr. Chavez Phelps, a licensed psychologist with over 12 years of experience. I hold a Ph.D. in psychology from Indiana State University. Throughout my career, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. During sessions, clients can expect a warm and welcoming environment. My goal is to provide clients with individual treatment needed to learn effective coping strategies to deal with small and big challenges. I want clients to know they deserve a life filled with joy, peace, and meaning.
Also, I conduct psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for ADHD, and learning and behavioral disabilities.
Hello! I'm Dr. Chavez Phelps, a licensed psychologist with over 12 years of experience. I hold a Ph.D. in psychology from Indiana State University. Throughout my career, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. During sessions, clients can expect a warm and welcoming environment. My goal is to provide clients with individual treatment needed to learn effective coping strategies to deal with small and big challenges. I want clients to know they deserve a life filled with joy, peace, and meaning.
Also, I conduct psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for ADHD, and learning and behavioral disabilities.
My clinical experience includes working with clients regarding relationship conflict; depression; anxiety; parenting; teen concerns (i.e., Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder; Oppositional Defiant Disorder; suicidal ideation; abuse and neglect) and intervention services related to domestic violence, substance abuse, parenting, and anger management. I look forward to discussing how I can assist you and your family towards meaningful growth.
My clinical experience includes working with clients regarding relationship conflict; depression; anxiety; parenting; teen concerns (i.e., Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder; Oppositional Defiant Disorder; suicidal ideation; abuse and neglect) and intervention services related to domestic violence, substance abuse, parenting, and anger management. I look forward to discussing how I can assist you and your family towards meaningful growth.
I am a dedicated psychotherapist with a profound commitment to supporting individuals on their journey to mental well-being. I believe that self-awareness is crucial to healing, and while our past plays a significant role in understanding who we are, true healing is achieved in the present.
I am a dedicated psychotherapist with a profound commitment to supporting individuals on their journey to mental well-being. I believe that self-awareness is crucial to healing, and while our past plays a significant role in understanding who we are, true healing is achieved in the present.
I also specialize in working with children who suffer from behavioral disorders like ADHD and ODD.
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. Finding the right counselor that fits your needs is an important part of the therapeutic journey. My first goal as a counselor is to build rapport in the first few sessions. Trusting your counselor is important to making progress in each session. I'm compassionate, empathetic, and open-minded. Each client is unique in their own way and it is important that I tailor each client to the appropriate therapeutic modality.
I also specialize in working with children who suffer from behavioral disorders like ADHD and ODD.
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. Finding the right counselor that fits your needs is an important part of the therapeutic journey. My first goal as a counselor is to build rapport in the first few sessions. Trusting your counselor is important to making progress in each session. I'm compassionate, empathetic, and open-minded. Each client is unique in their own way and it is important that I tailor each client to the appropriate therapeutic modality.
NOW OFFERING AND ACCEPTING APPOINTMENTS FOR KETAMINE-ASSISTED THERAPY SERVICES. KETAMINE INTENSIVE TRAINED--TRAUMA-FOCUSED INTERVENTION SUPPORT. Therapy/Counseling is the first step towards changing your life for the better. With over 10 years experience, I am trained to work with individuals, couples and families to promote optimum mental and emotional health. If you struggle managing your emotions, making healthy decisions, maintaining healthy relationships and yearn to live a more productive life I can provide the support necessary to begin nurturing yourself though your journey of self discovery.
NOW OFFERING AND ACCEPTING APPOINTMENTS FOR KETAMINE-ASSISTED THERAPY SERVICES. KETAMINE INTENSIVE TRAINED--TRAUMA-FOCUSED INTERVENTION SUPPORT. Therapy/Counseling is the first step towards changing your life for the better. With over 10 years experience, I am trained to work with individuals, couples and families to promote optimum mental and emotional health. If you struggle managing your emotions, making healthy decisions, maintaining healthy relationships and yearn to live a more productive life I can provide the support necessary to begin nurturing yourself though your journey of self discovery.
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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.