Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
I work with teens, families, adults, and couples who are navigating complex emotional and relational challenges. Many of my clients come in feeling stuck—whether due to trauma, communication struggles, or managing diagnoses like bipolar disorder or psychosis. I offer a collaborative, nonjudgmental, and trauma-informed space where we can explore what’s happening beneath the surface. Together, we define what health and fulfillment look like and build toward it with curiosity, care, and a strong emphasis on your autonomy.
I work with teens, families, adults, and couples who are navigating complex emotional and relational challenges. Many of my clients come in feeling stuck—whether due to trauma, communication struggles, or managing diagnoses like bipolar disorder or psychosis. I offer a collaborative, nonjudgmental, and trauma-informed space where we can explore what’s happening beneath the surface. Together, we define what health and fulfillment look like and build toward it with curiosity, care, and a strong emphasis on your autonomy.
We offer child intervention and support programs that aim to develop their potential in the midst of behavioral disorders and expand their horizons for better living.
We offer child intervention and support programs that aim to develop their potential in the midst of behavioral disorders and expand their horizons for better living.
Starting therapy for the first time can feel intimidating. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and supported from the very first session. Therapy with me is collaborative and active—we work together to better understand what you’re experiencing and develop practical tools that help you make meaningful changes in your daily life. I specialize in treating OCD, including Pure-O, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Rumination and Metacognitive Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Starting therapy for the first time can feel intimidating. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and supported from the very first session. Therapy with me is collaborative and active—we work together to better understand what you’re experiencing and develop practical tools that help you make meaningful changes in your daily life. I specialize in treating OCD, including Pure-O, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Rumination and Metacognitive Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I welcome you if you are new to therapy or have a history of benefiting from it. I make it a priority that you feel safe to proceed in therapy at a pace that works for you. Life brings us frequent changes and I hope to guide you through these expected and unexpected adjustments while reminding you to Love Yourz. Me encantaría conocerlo/a si nunca ha tenido terapia or si ya tiene experiencia. Para mi, es muy importante que usted se sienta segura y cómoda en nuestra terapia. La vida nos trae muchos cambios y espero guiarlo/a con estos ajustes esperados e inesperados.
I welcome you if you are new to therapy or have a history of benefiting from it. I make it a priority that you feel safe to proceed in therapy at a pace that works for you. Life brings us frequent changes and I hope to guide you through these expected and unexpected adjustments while reminding you to Love Yourz. Me encantaría conocerlo/a si nunca ha tenido terapia or si ya tiene experiencia. Para mi, es muy importante que usted se sienta segura y cómoda en nuestra terapia. La vida nos trae muchos cambios y espero guiarlo/a con estos ajustes esperados e inesperados.
I currently have immediate openings for in person therapy in Minneapolis and telehealth across Minnesota. You may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are hard to change, even when you are putting in a lot of effort. I work with adults, adolescents, and children who want a thoughtful, supportive space to better understand themselves and their relationships. In therapy, we focus on what is getting in the way, what matters most, and how to build steadier, more fulfilling ways forward.
I currently have immediate openings for in person therapy in Minneapolis and telehealth across Minnesota. You may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are hard to change, even when you are putting in a lot of effort. I work with adults, adolescents, and children who want a thoughtful, supportive space to better understand themselves and their relationships. In therapy, we focus on what is getting in the way, what matters most, and how to build steadier, more fulfilling ways forward.
I've been working with adults and teens for over 49 years. My approach is empathic, direct, and thoughtful. Given I have a wide background in my training, I adapt my therapeutic approach to your needs. I find that effective therapy is a collaborative approach where we work together to understand your concerns, their origins and most importantly what can be done to bring about both the internal and behavioral changes that will be beneficial to you. My goal in therapy is to help integrate your shame and vulnerabilities into a healthy identity grounded in self-esteem and pride.
I've been working with adults and teens for over 49 years. My approach is empathic, direct, and thoughtful. Given I have a wide background in my training, I adapt my therapeutic approach to your needs. I find that effective therapy is a collaborative approach where we work together to understand your concerns, their origins and most importantly what can be done to bring about both the internal and behavioral changes that will be beneficial to you. My goal in therapy is to help integrate your shame and vulnerabilities into a healthy identity grounded in self-esteem and pride.
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, OCD, school stress, overwhelming emotions, or low self-confidence? Maybe they're avoiding school, feeling stuck in worries, withdrawing from friends, or finding it hard to manage life's challenges. I help children, teens, and young adults build practical skills to manage anxiety, strengthen emotional resilience, improve relationships, and feel more confident. Together, we'll create a supportive plan that helps them thrive at home, at school, and in everyday life.
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, OCD, school stress, overwhelming emotions, or low self-confidence? Maybe they're avoiding school, feeling stuck in worries, withdrawing from friends, or finding it hard to manage life's challenges. I help children, teens, and young adults build practical skills to manage anxiety, strengthen emotional resilience, improve relationships, and feel more confident. Together, we'll create a supportive plan that helps them thrive at home, at school, and in everyday life.
Christina enjoys working with individuals, couples and families helping support them in making changes they want to make. She has her B.A. in Sociology and Diversity Studies from SCSU and her M.S. in MHC from Walden University. She is an LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of MN. Christina has worked 14 years in clinical counseling. She has 28 additional years working with children, and families with services that are person-centered, strength-based and therapeutic. She has worked in foster and long-term residential based programs, as well as crisis, substance abuse treatment, vocational and education areas.
Christina enjoys working with individuals, couples and families helping support them in making changes they want to make. She has her B.A. in Sociology and Diversity Studies from SCSU and her M.S. in MHC from Walden University. She is an LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of MN. Christina has worked 14 years in clinical counseling. She has 28 additional years working with children, and families with services that are person-centered, strength-based and therapeutic. She has worked in foster and long-term residential based programs, as well as crisis, substance abuse treatment, vocational and education areas.
Welcome to Stone Arch Psychology and Health Services. Our motto, Opening Doors and Building Bridges, is a statement of our commitment to help you make positive life changes. Please visit our website to learn more about our clinic, clinicians, and services at STONEARCHPSYCH.COM
Welcome to Stone Arch Psychology and Health Services. Our motto, Opening Doors and Building Bridges, is a statement of our commitment to help you make positive life changes. Please visit our website to learn more about our clinic, clinicians, and services at STONEARCHPSYCH.COM
The majority of my therapy work revolves around children who have trouble being successful; whether that is due to behavioral issues, communication problems, or neurodivergent difficulties. One of the core tenets of my work with children involves focusing on awareness. Is your child aware of how they are affecting those around them? Are they aware of how their actions have consequences? Are they aware of their own emotions and able to identify them?
The majority of my therapy work revolves around children who have trouble being successful; whether that is due to behavioral issues, communication problems, or neurodivergent difficulties. One of the core tenets of my work with children involves focusing on awareness. Is your child aware of how they are affecting those around them? Are they aware of how their actions have consequences? Are they aware of their own emotions and able to identify them?
Emma sees therapy as a relational and collaborative process, where there are opportunities to learn from both sides. In her work, Emma pulls from a feminist, trauma-informed, and culturally-sensitive perspective. She utilizes relational, client-centered, emotion focused, and strengths based approaches within her therapeutic work. Creating a warm, welcoming environment full of humor and free of judgment is Emma’s main goal. By incorporating art and movement into sessions, she aims to create a space that is comforting for both mind and body.
Emma sees therapy as a relational and collaborative process, where there are opportunities to learn from both sides. In her work, Emma pulls from a feminist, trauma-informed, and culturally-sensitive perspective. She utilizes relational, client-centered, emotion focused, and strengths based approaches within her therapeutic work. Creating a warm, welcoming environment full of humor and free of judgment is Emma’s main goal. By incorporating art and movement into sessions, she aims to create a space that is comforting for both mind and body.
I meet clients where they are at in life. I see clients with a wide range of circumstances and concerns. The use of evidenced-based approaches, catered to the client, provides flexibility and freedom in the therapeutic journey. This calls me to stay up to date on clinical modalities that match with unique needs. I have experience with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, family issues and other diagnoses and domains. My strengths-based approach requires me to value social justice and neurodiversity. This can uncover the sometimes-hidden beauty people possess inside.
I meet clients where they are at in life. I see clients with a wide range of circumstances and concerns. The use of evidenced-based approaches, catered to the client, provides flexibility and freedom in the therapeutic journey. This calls me to stay up to date on clinical modalities that match with unique needs. I have experience with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, family issues and other diagnoses and domains. My strengths-based approach requires me to value social justice and neurodiversity. This can uncover the sometimes-hidden beauty people possess inside.
Relationship concerns? With over three decades of counseling experience, I have extensive knowledge in helping couples, families, and individuals move past hurdles, challenging times and difficult situations. I see myself as a guide with a focus on your positive attributes and strengths. My sincere belief is that each of us has the ability to move forward and resolve our own concerns and achieve our personal goals in all relationships. My specialty areas include couples counseling and parent coaching.
Relationship concerns? With over three decades of counseling experience, I have extensive knowledge in helping couples, families, and individuals move past hurdles, challenging times and difficult situations. I see myself as a guide with a focus on your positive attributes and strengths. My sincere belief is that each of us has the ability to move forward and resolve our own concerns and achieve our personal goals in all relationships. My specialty areas include couples counseling and parent coaching.
For a long time, I was my own worst critic, believing that being hard on myself was the key to growth. While that strategy may produce short-term results, relentless self-criticism often creates more barriers than motivation—and leaves little room for positive emotion. Many people come into therapy feeling trapped by their emotions or believing their feelings mean something is wrong with them. I help clients understand that emotions are not problems to eliminate, but signals to learn from.
For a long time, I was my own worst critic, believing that being hard on myself was the key to growth. While that strategy may produce short-term results, relentless self-criticism often creates more barriers than motivation—and leaves little room for positive emotion. Many people come into therapy feeling trapped by their emotions or believing their feelings mean something is wrong with them. I help clients understand that emotions are not problems to eliminate, but signals to learn from.
I have been practicing for over 13 years. I specialize in providing culturally responsive and integrative care for refugees, immigrants, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. I help individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I am bilingual in English and Somali. Clients can expect a welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment focused on building comfort and trust. I pay special attention to cultural, spiritual, and individual factors that may influence mental health and coping.
I have been practicing for over 13 years. I specialize in providing culturally responsive and integrative care for refugees, immigrants, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. I help individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I am bilingual in English and Somali. Clients can expect a welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment focused on building comfort and trust. I pay special attention to cultural, spiritual, and individual factors that may influence mental health and coping.
Whether you’re here for you or another person, you’re resilient to look into support.
The world and our minds can make growing into our most authentic selves really hard. You can fill me in on what feels hardest, and share YOUR truth. Maybe you'd like to connect with me on: The past, present and future. All 3 can definitely be hard to think about. Relationships with family, friends, and/or partners as they can bring change that leaves us in pain. And not everyone welcomes the identities we hold (race, gender, religion and spirituality, sexual orientation, physical abilities, cultural background(s), and how they intersect).
Whether you’re here for you or another person, you’re resilient to look into support.
The world and our minds can make growing into our most authentic selves really hard. You can fill me in on what feels hardest, and share YOUR truth. Maybe you'd like to connect with me on: The past, present and future. All 3 can definitely be hard to think about. Relationships with family, friends, and/or partners as they can bring change that leaves us in pain. And not everyone welcomes the identities we hold (race, gender, religion and spirituality, sexual orientation, physical abilities, cultural background(s), and how they intersect).
Feeling stressed? You're not alone. Life can pull us in many directions, and sometimes it's hard to. know how to move forward. I'm here to support you through life's complex challenges with curiosity, compassion, and a grounded, non-judgmental presence.
Feeling stressed? You're not alone. Life can pull us in many directions, and sometimes it's hard to. know how to move forward. I'm here to support you through life's complex challenges with curiosity, compassion, and a grounded, non-judgmental presence.
No matter what you do to stop the cycle of having affairs, falling in love with the wrong people, having emotional affairs, or creating fantasy relationships in your head, you find yourself right back where you started. You feel like you've lost control and have a constant war going on in your head. You are sick of the stress you're under to constantly hide your phone because you don't want your partner to find out about this second life. I can help you get off your current rollercoaster. Together we can find the roots of why you keep doing things that make your life unbearable.
No matter what you do to stop the cycle of having affairs, falling in love with the wrong people, having emotional affairs, or creating fantasy relationships in your head, you find yourself right back where you started. You feel like you've lost control and have a constant war going on in your head. You are sick of the stress you're under to constantly hide your phone because you don't want your partner to find out about this second life. I can help you get off your current rollercoaster. Together we can find the roots of why you keep doing things that make your life unbearable.
I focus on helping you build and maintain healthy relationships: personal, professional, romantic and sexual relationships. This includes individual counseling, couples counseling, and sex therapy. In individual counseling we can talk through trauma, negative thoughts, adjustments, questions of identity, happiness, or life goals. If you are having questions about intimacy, desire, shame, kink, sexual performance or desire, sex therapy may be right for you. You may be feeling a loss of connection, a wall of miscommunication and a mountain of unmet needs within your relationship and I will help you find that connection and joy.
I focus on helping you build and maintain healthy relationships: personal, professional, romantic and sexual relationships. This includes individual counseling, couples counseling, and sex therapy. In individual counseling we can talk through trauma, negative thoughts, adjustments, questions of identity, happiness, or life goals. If you are having questions about intimacy, desire, shame, kink, sexual performance or desire, sex therapy may be right for you. You may be feeling a loss of connection, a wall of miscommunication and a mountain of unmet needs within your relationship and I will help you find that connection and joy.
Eric brings a compassionate, warm, and humorous approach to working with children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. He creates a space where clients feel genuinely heard as they navigate life's challenges — blending warmth, directness, and humor, because laughter and levity are often part of the hard work, not a break from it. Eric holds a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from UW–Stout and runs a private practice in Bloomington, MN specializing in children, adolescents, couples, and families.
Eric brings a compassionate, warm, and humorous approach to working with children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. He creates a space where clients feel genuinely heard as they navigate life's challenges — blending warmth, directness, and humor, because laughter and levity are often part of the hard work, not a break from it. Eric holds a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from UW–Stout and runs a private practice in Bloomington, MN specializing in children, adolescents, couples, and families.
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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.