Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
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Jennie Renee Collado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in treating and diagnosing mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, anger issues, ADHD and
ODD
, adolescent issues, trauma and PTSD and family conflict.
If you are struggling with depression and anxiety or any other mental health disorder and it is affecting your family, work and relationships, Healing Paths Family Counseling is the place for you.

Mallory Carr
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My clinical expertise includes working with clients experiencing Anxiety, Depression, ADHD,
oppositional
behaviors, grief, and difficulty with major life changes.
I currently have daytime availability, with my latest session being 4pm. I have been working with adolescents, families, college students, and young adults for 12 years. I focus on each person's individual strengths to overcome emotional, behavioral, and life challenges. I see clients for individual therapy and parent/family sessions. I strive to provide a trusting, authentic, and collaborative relationship, where my clients feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings in a nonjudgmental environment.

Heather Meyer
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I have experience with such issues as: ADHD, Autism,
ODD
, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Chronic Health/Pain Issues and Relationship Challenges.
I will help you get through your difficult life challenges so you can feel more confident, happy and whole. If you are struggling with your health, significant loss, or difficult circumstances within your family or work life, I can guide you, educate you, support you, connect you, and most importantly believe in you, so you can shift from hurt to hope, chaos to calm, and overwhelm to opportunity. I do this work because I truly believe each person is worthy to feel valued, heard, and understood and to have a fulfilling life that is meaningful and purposeful.

Jessica Hood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Difficulty managing your child's behaviors at home, school, or community? Is your child angry, irritable, or moody? Constant phone calls about their behavior? Don't know where to turn for help? If YES to any of these, we hope you will take a moment to consider working with us. We know the stress can leave you reeling and exhausted! Now, take a second to imagine being less worried and less stressed about your child...We would love to help make that vision a reality for you.
Not accepting new clients

Romunda Valentine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, CSAYC
Verified
Verified
My goal is to make you feel "complete"...so whatever that is, I'm here to help. I work to help you alter, improve, and uplift the challenges you may be facing. Helping you to manage depression, anxiety, behavioral challenges, family conflict, to name a few, is the key to a more positive outlook and a way to leave the past behind. Each person is unique, so each person has their own set of goals to be developed. Each person requires their own personal approach. I can help you by also assisting with connections that can go beyond therapy so that all of your stated needs are addressed.

Mandalyn Castanon
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
You’re probably here looking for a therapist because there are parts of your life you wish could be better. Are you tired of feeling stressed, depressed, and anything but blessed? Do you need support during a transition time in your life? Is your child having difficulties in school, at home, or with friends? Do you feel sad and wish you knew why? Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to be a better parent but nothing you do is working? I’m here to help! As a licensed mental health counselor. I offer individual and family therapy to help you and your family reach their goals.

Ronni Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My ideal client struggles with the challenges of daily life. My clients need motivation, guidance and accountability. My goal is to help my clients become the best version of themselves because they deserve it.

Dara Schulbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about reducing suffering. My expertise is in helping women and teens struggling with depression, anxiety, feeling stressed/overwhelmed or "not good enough". I help women on their paths to parenting whether they are dealing with infertility, experiencing challenges in pregnancy/perinatal/postpartum, or needing support in parenting their children or balancing the demands of their lives. I have 13 years of clinical experience and 10 of those years have been spent treating children/teens with depression and anxiety (and often self-harming behaviors) in an intensive outpatient setting. I understand the stresses of teens and connect well with them.

Hillary Blake
Psychologist, PsyD , HSPP
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical psychologist who provides assessment and treatment for individuals with a wide range of emotional and physical conditions. In psychotherapy I utilize evidence based interventions and have extensive training in biofeedback, SPACE, DBT, CBT, and parent training. I was previously an Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology at Riley Hospital. I continue to remain involved at Riley as a Visiting Professor at the IU School of Medicine. I have been featured in regional and national news as a mental health expert.

Kimberly O'Connell
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFTA, MT-BC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
If anxiety gets in the way of you living your day to day life, especially within the context of your relationships, I am here to tell you that you are not alone. I hope to help you feel more balanced in your identity as together we build a solid foundation of love, care, and kindness for yourself that can help positively impact the relationships that are most important to you. I enjoy working with people in all walks of life, but find many folks who walk through my door want to improve anxiety or depression symptoms as they are getting in the way of them living their fullest lives with their partner or family.

Priscilla J Johnson
MA, LMHC
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Priscilla Johnson has been a Psychotherapist with Innovative Interventions (private practice) since 2013, working with children and adults providing home-based psychotherapy, family therapy and couples therapy. Prior to starting with Innovative Interventions, she worked in various therapeutic and supervisory roles with community mental health centers, a college counseling center, and a non-profit organization. She is passionate about providing high quality mental health treatment to individuals and families in the Indianapolis area.
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John W. Lewis Jr.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My focus is on providing a therapeutic space for individuals and families who wish to address depression, anxiety, anger or other emotional needs. As a therapist, I understand that it can be a hard road to healing. Accepting a little help along the way should not be seen as a sign of weakness, but rather a step toward a greater you!
Monumental Behavioral Health, Inc
Psychologist, HSPP C
Verified
Verified
Our practice is devoted to honoring diversity, inclusion, and equity as we strive to provide excellent care with integrity and compassion for everyone. We believe that emotional well-being is essential for living into your preferred reality. We will help you expand awareness and increase a healthy sense of self. Our counselors are dedicated to helping you, your family and our community, heal. We are trained to help you experience the best version of yourself and to achieve your life goals.

Laila Sayyah
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
I provide safe, nonjudgmental therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy working with people who are mindful and self reflective but are looking for someone to help them connect with their feelings and explore new perspectives. My clients are unique individuals, ready to do the work to find their version of personal fulfillment/freedom. We will work to enhance self-awareness, process past experiences interfering with the present, gain tools needed to navigate challenges, and find a deeper sense of security/peace in life.

Kara Gogolew
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, Ed
Verified
Verified
My name is Kara! I am a Masters Level clinician. I have been working with kids and families for the last seven years, specifically with autism as a BCBA. Through this work, I found additional interest in increasing mental health awareness across all populations and pursued a second Master's degree in counseling and counselor education. I specialize in working with children and adolescents who are neurodiverse and neurotypical, but work with adults and families as well! I am happy to help you navigate the ups and downs that life brings.

Mary Ella Viehe
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Do your options seem limited? Do you need help to sort things out, make sense of your emotions, or see the situation differently? We may be overwhelmed, feel inadequate or out of control. We may believe that the future is bleak or hopeless. We may be upset with others, afraid of loss, or change.
We each have more ability and control over our lives than we know. We can learn to soothe ourselves, remain calm and clear-headed when we face challenges. We can solve problems and effectively negotiate our relationships, but we all need help at one time or another.

Ashlyn Eades
Counselor, LMHCA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer a therapeutic approach that is warm, non-judgmental, and engages the client. I provide short and long- term therapy to Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. I am a compassionate therapist who has treated clients with a range of clinical issues. My approach provides a safe way to deal with major life changes. I strive to create a positive and calm atmosphere of acceptance for you as we work to achieve your goals. I will offer you insight and provide you with thoughtful feedback. I want to be able to support my clients through any issues or situations they need.

Jazmin Atzhorn
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, as well as a variety of other diagnoses. I am passionate about providing a safe environment for people to improve their mental health. I am trained in using cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and art therapy strategies.

Inspire Counseling & Support Center
Psychologist, ARPN, LCSW, LMHC, ATR-BC
Verified
Verified
Inspire Counseling & Support Center is a comprehensive, full-spectrum community health center. Our goal is to assist our clients in accomplishing their goals for a healthier and brighter life. Our highly qualified clinicians work with you to help develop a personalized course of treatment to best meet your needs. We are here to guide you and help you learn to make healthy decisions and live a productive life.
Not accepting new clients

Emma Bowman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Waitlisted through March 2023. Tulip Tree Therapy, LLC primarily focuses on child and family therapy in elementary aged children and their families, adolescents, & teens. I provide support to parents who may have a child who is struggling with behavior issues. I lead parents through play-based interactions to broaden relationships and create continued growth in a child or teen's emotional response to others. I am able to advocate and support families through the IEP process with their school. I also provide support for teens & college-age adults with Gestalt techniques, CBT, and motivational interviewing as they navigate stressors.
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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.