Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Omaha, NE
Hi, my name is Kim Mackey an independently licensed mental health therapist and licensed professional counselor in Nebraska providing therapy services for over 10 years. I work with adolescents, young adults, and families and specialize in improving communication, challenging unhelpful thinking, repairing relationships, and improving overall confidence in your ability to be successful. I primarily utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques along with solution-focused theories to help you reach your goals.
Hi, my name is Kim Mackey an independently licensed mental health therapist and licensed professional counselor in Nebraska providing therapy services for over 10 years. I work with adolescents, young adults, and families and specialize in improving communication, challenging unhelpful thinking, repairing relationships, and improving overall confidence in your ability to be successful. I primarily utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques along with solution-focused theories to help you reach your goals.
In therapy I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among patients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. It is essential to keep in mind that therapy is not a magic pill or a quick fix: therapy is a healing process that necessitates participation and investment from the patient and caretaker alike. But in the end, making small changes to self-defeating behavior and coping with feelings of sadness, fear, and pain can bring life-altering results.
In therapy I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among patients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. It is essential to keep in mind that therapy is not a magic pill or a quick fix: therapy is a healing process that necessitates participation and investment from the patient and caretaker alike. But in the end, making small changes to self-defeating behavior and coping with feelings of sadness, fear, and pain can bring life-altering results.
"You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them" -Maya Angelou, Letter to My Daughter. We all have weaknesses we can make into strengths. Life is about finding the things we can control and focusing on making changes in those areas. My goal is to guide my clients in the direction of what they have control of and help them make the positive changes in those areas.
"You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them" -Maya Angelou, Letter to My Daughter. We all have weaknesses we can make into strengths. Life is about finding the things we can control and focusing on making changes in those areas. My goal is to guide my clients in the direction of what they have control of and help them make the positive changes in those areas.
Dr. Ian Stephens is a licensed clinical psychologist with over ten years of experience providing behavioral health services to families in the Omaha Metro area. He earned a doctoral degree in school psychology from the University of Montana, Missoula, with a focus on assessment and testing. After completing his predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the Boys Town Center for Behavioral Health, he remained as a staff psychologist and served on several multidisciplinary evaluation teams and an interdisciplinary neurodevelopmental team.
Dr. Ian Stephens is a licensed clinical psychologist with over ten years of experience providing behavioral health services to families in the Omaha Metro area. He earned a doctoral degree in school psychology from the University of Montana, Missoula, with a focus on assessment and testing. After completing his predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the Boys Town Center for Behavioral Health, he remained as a staff psychologist and served on several multidisciplinary evaluation teams and an interdisciplinary neurodevelopmental team.
At Play Therapy Omaha, our mission is to provide meaningful change in playful ways. Our highly trained practitioners share a common goal in helping families find hope, healing, & harmony by providing specialized therapeutic and psychoeducational services for children, adolescents, adults, & families. We believe passionately in the power of play & specialize in mental health services tailored to the unique needs of kids & families. Our skilled mental health therapists work with youth of all ages from early childhood - adolescence, along with offering services for young adults & adults. Please visit our website to learn more.
At Play Therapy Omaha, our mission is to provide meaningful change in playful ways. Our highly trained practitioners share a common goal in helping families find hope, healing, & harmony by providing specialized therapeutic and psychoeducational services for children, adolescents, adults, & families. We believe passionately in the power of play & specialize in mental health services tailored to the unique needs of kids & families. Our skilled mental health therapists work with youth of all ages from early childhood - adolescence, along with offering services for young adults & adults. Please visit our website to learn more.
Hello! If you are here, you or someone you care about is likely considering therapy. I understand taking that first step and asking for help isn’t always easy, but once you begin that journey, you will move towards healing and self-awareness and feel happier and more at peace. I have experience working with children, teenagers, and adults. I’ve worked with people who have anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, family issues, and developmental disabilities.
Hello! If you are here, you or someone you care about is likely considering therapy. I understand taking that first step and asking for help isn’t always easy, but once you begin that journey, you will move towards healing and self-awareness and feel happier and more at peace. I have experience working with children, teenagers, and adults. I’ve worked with people who have anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, family issues, and developmental disabilities.
I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and understood while being able to be their authentic selves. Specializing in working with adolescents and college-aged individuals and families in Omaha and Lincoln. I help those struggling with behavioral issues at school and home, substance abuse, family conflict, depression, and anxiety. With a deep commitment to fostering personal growth and emotional well-being, I empower clients to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and understood while being able to be their authentic selves. Specializing in working with adolescents and college-aged individuals and families in Omaha and Lincoln. I help those struggling with behavioral issues at school and home, substance abuse, family conflict, depression, and anxiety. With a deep commitment to fostering personal growth and emotional well-being, I empower clients to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
Life is a journey and at times can be lonely and I am a firm believer that having an outside perspective to offer support, guidance and unconditional acceptance can be of extreme value and importance. Whether it be relationship issues, low self-esteem, challenges with communicating, struggles with work, difficulties making decisions, frustrations with teens or even with parents, divorce, eating disorders and just general life coaching, having a compassionate support can make all the difference a person needs to live a successful and HAPPY life! Call today and take the first step towards change!
Life is a journey and at times can be lonely and I am a firm believer that having an outside perspective to offer support, guidance and unconditional acceptance can be of extreme value and importance. Whether it be relationship issues, low self-esteem, challenges with communicating, struggles with work, difficulties making decisions, frustrations with teens or even with parents, divorce, eating disorders and just general life coaching, having a compassionate support can make all the difference a person needs to live a successful and HAPPY life! Call today and take the first step towards change!
I believe that counseling is individualized and my focus during sessions is about you. As your counselor, I value your input while tailoring my counseling approach to best fit your needs through a compassionate approach. I work with clients who face symptoms of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, anger, and issues of shame and guilt utilizing a Solution Focused approach in my sessions. I also utilize techniques of Cognitive Behavioral therapy. Through these approaches counseling will assist you in decreasing life’s barriers and promote personal growth.
I believe that counseling is individualized and my focus during sessions is about you. As your counselor, I value your input while tailoring my counseling approach to best fit your needs through a compassionate approach. I work with clients who face symptoms of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, anger, and issues of shame and guilt utilizing a Solution Focused approach in my sessions. I also utilize techniques of Cognitive Behavioral therapy. Through these approaches counseling will assist you in decreasing life’s barriers and promote personal growth.
I provide therapy to address a wide variety of concerns including; stage of life transition, crisis, depression, anxiety, oppositional behaviors, trauma recovery, relational interactions, family dynamics, and personal exploration.
My therapeutic approach is highly attuned to the process of change that is developed through self-expression, relational connection, insight, and empowerment. I have found tremendous joy in the collaborative process of connecting with clients in a non-judgmental way, helping others understand how past experiences impact their current emotions and behaviors.
I provide therapy to address a wide variety of concerns including; stage of life transition, crisis, depression, anxiety, oppositional behaviors, trauma recovery, relational interactions, family dynamics, and personal exploration.
My therapeutic approach is highly attuned to the process of change that is developed through self-expression, relational connection, insight, and empowerment. I have found tremendous joy in the collaborative process of connecting with clients in a non-judgmental way, helping others understand how past experiences impact their current emotions and behaviors.
I enjoy providing evidenced based interventions to individuals, couples and families who may be struggling with mental health and substance use concerns. I appreciate the opportunity to offer effective therapeutic interventions to promote healing, facilitate personal change and improve lifestyle experiences. I respect the collaboration of the recovery journey and hope to develop a professional partnership with you.
I enjoy providing evidenced based interventions to individuals, couples and families who may be struggling with mental health and substance use concerns. I appreciate the opportunity to offer effective therapeutic interventions to promote healing, facilitate personal change and improve lifestyle experiences. I respect the collaboration of the recovery journey and hope to develop a professional partnership with you.
I believe that everyone should be able to live their lives to the fullest. For many, there is something that gets in the way. I would like the opportunity to help you learn how to create an adventure worth living. I have experience helping adults, adolescents, and children make changes in their lives. I like to find out my client's strengths and build off of that. Look, everyone struggles from time to time, but I'd like to see if I can help you change that. Let's see if we are a good fit.
I believe that everyone should be able to live their lives to the fullest. For many, there is something that gets in the way. I would like the opportunity to help you learn how to create an adventure worth living. I have experience helping adults, adolescents, and children make changes in their lives. I like to find out my client's strengths and build off of that. Look, everyone struggles from time to time, but I'd like to see if I can help you change that. Let's see if we are a good fit.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to supporting kids, families, adults, and their mental health. Utilizing evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs, I help clients gain insight by examining their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while also finding meaning through value and goal exploration. My clinical background and life experience that includes being a father of four helps me relate, educate, and empathize with many. Whether you're looking to heal, adopt a growth mindset, or find a way to make it through, I am committed to being your ethical, supportive, and empowering therapist.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to supporting kids, families, adults, and their mental health. Utilizing evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs, I help clients gain insight by examining their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while also finding meaning through value and goal exploration. My clinical background and life experience that includes being a father of four helps me relate, educate, and empathize with many. Whether you're looking to heal, adopt a growth mindset, or find a way to make it through, I am committed to being your ethical, supportive, and empowering therapist.
Life can be challenging sometimes - I'm here to support you through the ebbs & flows. I believe it’s important to create a positive therapeutic relationship based on trust and authenticity, that is non-judgmental and supportive in nature. I tailor therapeutic models to create a holistic approach to healing. This approach will allow us to find and remove barriers that may be holding you back from connecting with your true, authentic self.
Life can be challenging sometimes - I'm here to support you through the ebbs & flows. I believe it’s important to create a positive therapeutic relationship based on trust and authenticity, that is non-judgmental and supportive in nature. I tailor therapeutic models to create a holistic approach to healing. This approach will allow us to find and remove barriers that may be holding you back from connecting with your true, authentic self.
Therapy can be a daunting process at first, but I applaud all those who are looking here and willing to take that step! It is my mission to help people from all backgrounds to feel empowered and have the tools to take control of their lives and emotional well-being. I believe that in order to achieve full person health, mental health cannot be ignored. I strive to establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with all my clients and provide a safe space for you to voice your concerns and help you feel confident in achieving your goals. I am empathic, honest, and driven to support you in your journey.
Therapy can be a daunting process at first, but I applaud all those who are looking here and willing to take that step! It is my mission to help people from all backgrounds to feel empowered and have the tools to take control of their lives and emotional well-being. I believe that in order to achieve full person health, mental health cannot be ignored. I strive to establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with all my clients and provide a safe space for you to voice your concerns and help you feel confident in achieving your goals. I am empathic, honest, and driven to support you in your journey.
I have experience with trauma, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, panic, depression, ODD, ADHD, and more.
Life can have both unexpected and expected challenges. It is important for you to be able to find an individual with whom you connect, and that can assist you on your journey. I often like to think, that everyone is the author of their own story. Depending upon your previous and current experiences, your outlook may vary on what is in your control and what is not. I am here to tell you, that you can change the narrative in your story for your next chapter to feel rewarding and for it to be different.
I have experience with trauma, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, panic, depression, ODD, ADHD, and more.
Life can have both unexpected and expected challenges. It is important for you to be able to find an individual with whom you connect, and that can assist you on your journey. I often like to think, that everyone is the author of their own story. Depending upon your previous and current experiences, your outlook may vary on what is in your control and what is not. I am here to tell you, that you can change the narrative in your story for your next chapter to feel rewarding and for it to be different.
I believe that within a safe, trust-filled therapeutic relationship, people can decide upon and implement the changes necessary to improve their lives.
I believe that within a safe, trust-filled therapeutic relationship, people can decide upon and implement the changes necessary to improve their lives.
Francis Carter-Kaisi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LPC, PLADC, BSN-RN
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68144
Waitlist for new clients
When adversities and life changing events become too overwhelming in your life, your first instinct may be to avoid it, fight it alone, or just give up. The truth is you don’t have to avoid it, fight it alone, and you definitely don't have to give up. It’s possible to learn how to deal with the changes and challenges that are going on around you. My goal as a therapist will be to support you on finding an approach that will look at the whole-person while encouraging healing of the mind, body, and spirit by delivering humanistic person-centered approach that will help shape a meaningful guidance to empower you on your life journey.
When adversities and life changing events become too overwhelming in your life, your first instinct may be to avoid it, fight it alone, or just give up. The truth is you don’t have to avoid it, fight it alone, and you definitely don't have to give up. It’s possible to learn how to deal with the changes and challenges that are going on around you. My goal as a therapist will be to support you on finding an approach that will look at the whole-person while encouraging healing of the mind, body, and spirit by delivering humanistic person-centered approach that will help shape a meaningful guidance to empower you on your life journey.
Tired of watching your child struggle and want thorough, personalized answers without a wait? I specialize in learning disability evaluations, including dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, and autism. Without insurance hassles, you can get the service and testing you need without interference, medical necessity, or sharing diagnoses that might change or limit the care you get later on. Types of assessments offered and fees for service are listed on my webpage. Freedom to choose, no surprise bills later. By investing in private-pay, specialized testing, you can get the relief and answers you need and a roadmap to help support your child now.
Tired of watching your child struggle and want thorough, personalized answers without a wait? I specialize in learning disability evaluations, including dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, and autism. Without insurance hassles, you can get the service and testing you need without interference, medical necessity, or sharing diagnoses that might change or limit the care you get later on. Types of assessments offered and fees for service are listed on my webpage. Freedom to choose, no surprise bills later. By investing in private-pay, specialized testing, you can get the relief and answers you need and a roadmap to help support your child now.
Maydee is an empathetic mental health therapist with over four years of experience in the human services field, including three years of direct clinical practice. She has supported a diverse range of clients, from children as young as four to adults of all ages, including couples. She is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families can work toward healing, growth, and emotional well-being. Maydee has a particular passion for helping individuals process and heal from deep emotional pain and traumatic experiences, guiding them toward greater resilience and wellness.
Maydee is an empathetic mental health therapist with over four years of experience in the human services field, including three years of direct clinical practice. She has supported a diverse range of clients, from children as young as four to adults of all ages, including couples. She is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families can work toward healing, growth, and emotional well-being. Maydee has a particular passion for helping individuals process and heal from deep emotional pain and traumatic experiences, guiding them toward greater resilience and wellness.
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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.