Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Boston, MA

Katalyst Psychological Family Center
Psychologist, PhD
Boston, MA 02116
We work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and autism.
Our treatment approaches include: Positive psychology Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfullness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Family Systems Therapy and trauma therapy.
We work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and autism.
Our treatment approaches include: Positive psychology Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfullness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Family Systems Therapy and trauma therapy.
(857) 376-5367 View (857) 376-5367
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Benjamin Spencer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Online Only
I treat people of all genders between the ages of 18 and 60, and adolescent males with ADHD, oppositional defiance disorder, or other impulsivity-related conditions.
I flexibly employ cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, psychodynamic, and internal family systems. I specialize in trauma, and issues around masculinities and emotion regulation.
I treat people of all genders between the ages of 18 and 60, and adolescent males with ADHD, oppositional defiance disorder, or other impulsivity-related conditions.
I flexibly employ cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, psychodynamic, and internal family systems. I specialize in trauma, and issues around masculinities and emotion regulation.
(857) 290-1079 View (857) 290-1079
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Joy Mental Fitness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Online Only
Our clients come from diverse background with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger management, parenting problems, career challenges, self-esteem/confidence issues, intellectual/developmental disabilities, Asperger/autism spectrum disorder, attention deficient, Trauma/PTSD, oppositional behaviors, and immigration/acculturation/adjustment issues.
You do not need to pinpoint the issues before reaching out to us. We use a person-centered, approach to help you gain insights about the underlying patterns of your difficulties. We begin where you are and individualize the treatment approach to your unique and special needs. Our treatment approach is evidence based interventions.
Our clients come from diverse background with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger management, parenting problems, career challenges, self-esteem/confidence issues, intellectual/developmental disabilities, Asperger/autism spectrum disorder, attention deficient, Trauma/PTSD, oppositional behaviors, and immigration/acculturation/adjustment issues.
You do not need to pinpoint the issues before reaching out to us. We use a person-centered, approach to help you gain insights about the underlying patterns of your difficulties. We begin where you are and individualize the treatment approach to your unique and special needs. Our treatment approach is evidence based interventions.
(617) 676-2688 View (617) 676-2688
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We complete Neuropsychological Evaluations, and work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and Autism.
We believe in treating the "whole" person and incorporate strategies based on the developmental stage and needs of the individual.
We complete Neuropsychological Evaluations, and work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and Autism.
We believe in treating the "whole" person and incorporate strategies based on the developmental stage and needs of the individual.
(603) 206-5844 View (603) 206-5844
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Steven Sherry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
My areas of expertise include depression, mood disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, Trauma, and transitional issues of work, relationships, etc.
26 years as a clinical social worker has taught me that finding the right therapist is like trying on a pair of shoes. It has to be the right fit for you to start the journey of self-exploration. I believe in a strength based approach, where we not only explore the issues that brought you to therapy, but we explore how to expand the things that bring you joy and happiness. As Dr. Seuss once said, “life is a great balancing act” and he could not have been more right.
My areas of expertise include depression, mood disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, Trauma, and transitional issues of work, relationships, etc.
26 years as a clinical social worker has taught me that finding the right therapist is like trying on a pair of shoes. It has to be the right fit for you to start the journey of self-exploration. I believe in a strength based approach, where we not only explore the issues that brought you to therapy, but we explore how to expand the things that bring you joy and happiness. As Dr. Seuss once said, “life is a great balancing act” and he could not have been more right.
(805) 232-7764 View (805) 232-7764
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Whitney Brooks
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Online Only
I work with many clinical disorders, including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, ADHD, ODD, grief, life transitions, school issues, self-esteem, and more.
I am currently accepting new clients! Do you often find yourself feeling sad or anxious? Do you worry about yourself or your child? Do you wish you could be your best self but don't know how to get out of your own way? My style is fluid and catered to best suit the concerns and experience of my clients. I work with clients of all ages in the context of individual and family therapy. I offer a goal-oriented and strength-based approach and incorporate CBT, ACT, art/narrative therapy, interpersonal therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy depending on needs and preferences of each client.
I work with many clinical disorders, including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, ADHD, ODD, grief, life transitions, school issues, self-esteem, and more.
I am currently accepting new clients! Do you often find yourself feeling sad or anxious? Do you worry about yourself or your child? Do you wish you could be your best self but don't know how to get out of your own way? My style is fluid and catered to best suit the concerns and experience of my clients. I work with clients of all ages in the context of individual and family therapy. I offer a goal-oriented and strength-based approach and incorporate CBT, ACT, art/narrative therapy, interpersonal therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy depending on needs and preferences of each client.
(617) 863-9572 View (617) 863-9572
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Stephanie Vaughn
Psychologist, PsyD, DBT-LBC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My clients want real help, not someone who simply nods and agrees with everything they say. They want to know "what to do" and "how to fix it" because they're struggling with depression, severe anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, suicidal thoughts, parenting, and other difficult and painful situations. They also want an expert who is a real person they can talk to. As a member of PSYPACT, I can see clients in every PSYPACT state and I'm also licensed in MA.
My clients want real help, not someone who simply nods and agrees with everything they say. They want to know "what to do" and "how to fix it" because they're struggling with depression, severe anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, suicidal thoughts, parenting, and other difficult and painful situations. They also want an expert who is a real person they can talk to. As a member of PSYPACT, I can see clients in every PSYPACT state and I'm also licensed in MA.
(857) 271-4038 View (857) 271-4038
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Rebecca Witte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
NOT accepting new clients at this time. I have worked with children, adolescents, and young adults in various settings for the past 22 years. I have extensive experience providing family therapy and parent coaching, as well as, individual therapy for adults managing life transitions, stress, and who are seeking mental health support. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, ASD, social skill deficits, behavior control difficulties, and grief and loss. Helping individuals to strengthen their self-esteem, improve their insight, and create a stronger and more valued sense of self is a passion of mine.
NOT accepting new clients at this time. I have worked with children, adolescents, and young adults in various settings for the past 22 years. I have extensive experience providing family therapy and parent coaching, as well as, individual therapy for adults managing life transitions, stress, and who are seeking mental health support. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, ASD, social skill deficits, behavior control difficulties, and grief and loss. Helping individuals to strengthen their self-esteem, improve their insight, and create a stronger and more valued sense of self is a passion of mine.
(720) 463-1327 View (720) 463-1327
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Anastasia V Grace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I believe nobody should grapple with crippling anxiety. Tired of waiting for the other shoe to drop, feeling unwarranted fear, or losing sleep due to worry? There's hope. Anxiety affects millions, but we can navigate toward a brighter tomorrow. I offer personalized sessions for self-confidence, serenity, and joy. Let's embark on this journey together—because you deserve a life free from anxiety's constraints. My commitment to specializing in anxiety and its various forms stems from a recognition of the remarkable efficacy of modern therapeutic approaches.
I believe nobody should grapple with crippling anxiety. Tired of waiting for the other shoe to drop, feeling unwarranted fear, or losing sleep due to worry? There's hope. Anxiety affects millions, but we can navigate toward a brighter tomorrow. I offer personalized sessions for self-confidence, serenity, and joy. Let's embark on this journey together—because you deserve a life free from anxiety's constraints. My commitment to specializing in anxiety and its various forms stems from a recognition of the remarkable efficacy of modern therapeutic approaches.
(857) 226-9849 View (857) 226-9849
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Lynn Coleman
Psychologist
6 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Embarking on growth and seeking support isn't easy. My mission is to stand by you, empowering you to uncover strengths and tackle challenges. Whether anxiety, depression, or feeling “stuck”, I offer a supportive hand and tools to move forward. As a licensed psychologist, I specialize in supporting adolescents, young adults, adults, healthcare workers, and leaders. My approach emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and a judgment-free space. I'm committed to guiding you toward a fulfilling life, offering therapy, coaching, career support, and more. Let's journey together toward growth and self-discovery.
Embarking on growth and seeking support isn't easy. My mission is to stand by you, empowering you to uncover strengths and tackle challenges. Whether anxiety, depression, or feeling “stuck”, I offer a supportive hand and tools to move forward. As a licensed psychologist, I specialize in supporting adolescents, young adults, adults, healthcare workers, and leaders. My approach emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and a judgment-free space. I'm committed to guiding you toward a fulfilling life, offering therapy, coaching, career support, and more. Let's journey together toward growth and self-discovery.
(857) 323-6894 View (857) 323-6894
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Sarah E. Nehdi
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can be challenging, especially when feelings of pain, confusion, sadness, and anxiety seem to hold us back. If you're experiencing moments of feeling stuck or overwhelmed, know that you're not alone. Sometimes, receiving an external perspective and validation can help you better understand yourself and embrace that person confidently. I offer tools for empowerment, confidence, and peace.
Life can be challenging, especially when feelings of pain, confusion, sadness, and anxiety seem to hold us back. If you're experiencing moments of feeling stuck or overwhelmed, know that you're not alone. Sometimes, receiving an external perspective and validation can help you better understand yourself and embrace that person confidently. I offer tools for empowerment, confidence, and peace.
(857) 576-5227 x1 View (857) 576-5227 x1
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Brian Diehl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
If your struggling with self, others or maladaptive behaviors I can assist in developing a personalized treatment plan and goals. Utilizing various trainings, beliefs and tested modalities, together we can move towards the life you want, accept the situations that we may not be able to change and weave an eclectic, psychoeducational approach designed to provide tools and develop skills to address many of your stated concerns. Using supportive language, a belief that change is possible and the inherent power of the human spirit, I will walk with you though the changes you seek.
If your struggling with self, others or maladaptive behaviors I can assist in developing a personalized treatment plan and goals. Utilizing various trainings, beliefs and tested modalities, together we can move towards the life you want, accept the situations that we may not be able to change and weave an eclectic, psychoeducational approach designed to provide tools and develop skills to address many of your stated concerns. Using supportive language, a belief that change is possible and the inherent power of the human spirit, I will walk with you though the changes you seek.
(617) 405-3495 View (617) 405-3495
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Julianna Lopez
Pre-Licensed Professional
Online Only
ADHD is my passion. I help children, teens, adolescents, and adults struggling with ADHD overcome focus, attention, hyperactivity, emotional regulation, impulsivity, motivation, executive functioning, academic performance, school avoidance, and behavioral challenges. As a bilingual Hispanic and Latino school adjustment counselor, I educate parents, collaborate with schools, and provide culturally sensitive ADHD counseling to support families managing anxiety, parenting stress, cultural stigma, and daily life struggles. Now accepting daytime, evening, weekend, and telehealth appointments across Massachusetts.
ADHD is my passion. I help children, teens, adolescents, and adults struggling with ADHD overcome focus, attention, hyperactivity, emotional regulation, impulsivity, motivation, executive functioning, academic performance, school avoidance, and behavioral challenges. As a bilingual Hispanic and Latino school adjustment counselor, I educate parents, collaborate with schools, and provide culturally sensitive ADHD counseling to support families managing anxiety, parenting stress, cultural stigma, and daily life struggles. Now accepting daytime, evening, weekend, and telehealth appointments across Massachusetts.
(978) 759-3161 View (978) 759-3161
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Jeimy Cabral
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
Hi my name is Jeimy Cabral I am a licensed therapist in Massachusetts with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence building, and depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will help you in overcoming challenges and experiences. It can be very difficult to seek support and help in order to improve your mental health and wellness. I would like you help you and assist you in this journey.
Hi my name is Jeimy Cabral I am a licensed therapist in Massachusetts with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence building, and depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will help you in overcoming challenges and experiences. It can be very difficult to seek support and help in order to improve your mental health and wellness. I would like you help you and assist you in this journey.
(781) 650-3480 View (781) 650-3480
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Yedjhana Labady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Boston, MA 02135
I have worked in different settings within the community, working with all ages and diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, Autism, PTSD, mood disorders, and ADHD. I have experience with doing individual work as well as family therapeutic work. I believe in collaboratively working with my clients and establishing a strong therapeutic alliance. My goal is to support my clients through their journeys. If you are looking to learn more about yourself and how to better navigate through current and past issues, I am here to help.
I have worked in different settings within the community, working with all ages and diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, Autism, PTSD, mood disorders, and ADHD. I have experience with doing individual work as well as family therapeutic work. I believe in collaboratively working with my clients and establishing a strong therapeutic alliance. My goal is to support my clients through their journeys. If you are looking to learn more about yourself and how to better navigate through current and past issues, I am here to help.
(857) 855-4903 View (857) 855-4903
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Damien A Alston Sr
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Online Only
I personally do not have an ideal client. In fact, all clients are ideal clients to me. My main mission in therapy is to understand the client and meet them where they are. Once understanding is achieved, I believe, I am able to do what I am best at, which is helping people be the controllers and drivers of their destinies.
I personally do not have an ideal client. In fact, all clients are ideal clients to me. My main mission in therapy is to understand the client and meet them where they are. Once understanding is achieved, I believe, I am able to do what I am best at, which is helping people be the controllers and drivers of their destinies.
(508) 388-6848 View (508) 388-6848
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Matthew Rosania
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Boston, MA 02114
My ideal client would be anyone genuinely looking for a change and seeking help.
My ideal client would be anyone genuinely looking for a change and seeking help.
(781) 488-6100 View (781) 488-6100
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Community Caring Clinic
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02119
Our behavioral health care practice offers services to all people including, low-income, migrant and refugee communities in the greater Boston Area and Springfield, Massachusetts. Our Focus is to provide a cost-effective, quality treatment to wide spectrum of society that may not have access to quality, comprehensive care. Our mission is to provide an opportunity for underserved children, young people, families, and individuals to promote and strengthen their mental, spiritual, and physical health.
Our behavioral health care practice offers services to all people including, low-income, migrant and refugee communities in the greater Boston Area and Springfield, Massachusetts. Our Focus is to provide a cost-effective, quality treatment to wide spectrum of society that may not have access to quality, comprehensive care. Our mission is to provide an opportunity for underserved children, young people, families, and individuals to promote and strengthen their mental, spiritual, and physical health.
(857) 226-8763 View (857) 226-8763
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Adam Glick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
4 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116
I work with a wide range of presenting issues and my style is interactive, authentic and strength-based. I strive to help my clients feel better about themselves, to live authentically and to understand the factors and issues that may prevent them from feeling able to live their lives to their full potential. I value the power of deep listening, empathy and validation of experience while also providing a sense of hope and the courage and skills to achieve positive change.
I work with a wide range of presenting issues and my style is interactive, authentic and strength-based. I strive to help my clients feel better about themselves, to live authentically and to understand the factors and issues that may prevent them from feeling able to live their lives to their full potential. I value the power of deep listening, empathy and validation of experience while also providing a sense of hope and the courage and skills to achieve positive change.
(617) 237-6727 View (617) 237-6727
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Amanda Tirado Concepción
Psychologist, LCP
Online Only
I’m Amanda Tirado Concepción, a bilingual, licensed psychologist in Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. With a strong background in evidence-based care, I specialize in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally sensitive support to diverse populations, helping clients navigate their mental health journeys with confidence and understanding.
I’m Amanda Tirado Concepción, a bilingual, licensed psychologist in Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. With a strong background in evidence-based care, I specialize in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally sensitive support to diverse populations, helping clients navigate their mental health journeys with confidence and understanding.
(508) 546-9742 View (508) 546-9742

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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.