Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Eastport, NY

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Alexis Martinez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC, MA
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Stress comes in many shades, regardless of what we face, with no discrepancies of importance, changing how we feel begins with changing our perspective. I aim to guide you through these life challenges and rebuild the mindset that these negative encounters have influenced.
Stress comes in many shades, regardless of what we face, with no discrepancies of importance, changing how we feel begins with changing our perspective. I aim to guide you through these life challenges and rebuild the mindset that these negative encounters have influenced.
(631) 994-1950 View (631) 994-1950
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Behavioral Strategies
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We are an agency that provides ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and educational services to children ages 3-21 through their local school district. We work with many school districts throughout Suffolk County, supporting children with learning disabilities, developmental delays, and behavioral challenges. We use your child's IEP, assessments, parent and teacher interviews, etc, to assist in prioritizing and addressing challenges that are affecting your child's progress in school and home.
We are an agency that provides ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and educational services to children ages 3-21 through their local school district. We work with many school districts throughout Suffolk County, supporting children with learning disabilities, developmental delays, and behavioral challenges. We use your child's IEP, assessments, parent and teacher interviews, etc, to assist in prioritizing and addressing challenges that are affecting your child's progress in school and home.
(631) 887-5086 View (631) 887-5086

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Christopher Montano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Serves Area
I am Christopher Montano, a Bilingual Therapist, specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) specifically Disorders of Over control which refers to a cluster of psychological conditions characterized by excessive self-control and rigidity in behavior and emotions. This cluster of characteristics can be seen in disorders such as obsessive compulsive personality disorder, anorexia, avoidant personality, autism, treatment resistant depression and chronic anxiety. These disorders are believed to stem from a common underlying tendency to over control emotions and impulses.
I am Christopher Montano, a Bilingual Therapist, specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) specifically Disorders of Over control which refers to a cluster of psychological conditions characterized by excessive self-control and rigidity in behavior and emotions. This cluster of characteristics can be seen in disorders such as obsessive compulsive personality disorder, anorexia, avoidant personality, autism, treatment resistant depression and chronic anxiety. These disorders are believed to stem from a common underlying tendency to over control emotions and impulses.
(516) 689-7584 View (516) 689-7584
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Brianna Fava
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Miller Place, NY 11764
I provide psychological services to help children lead meaningful and vibrant lives. Disruptive behaviors, changes in the family structure, traumatic experiences and developmental issues are some of many challenges families are faced with. As children mature to a new stage of development their needs change and parents need to respond in a way to continue to foster the child's physical, social, and emotional well-being. I offer individual, parent-child (dyadic), group, and individual parent consultations services. These services are available to those seeking support, guidance, and meaning to what is taking place within themselves, their child, or their family.
I provide psychological services to help children lead meaningful and vibrant lives. Disruptive behaviors, changes in the family structure, traumatic experiences and developmental issues are some of many challenges families are faced with. As children mature to a new stage of development their needs change and parents need to respond in a way to continue to foster the child's physical, social, and emotional well-being. I offer individual, parent-child (dyadic), group, and individual parent consultations services. These services are available to those seeking support, guidance, and meaning to what is taking place within themselves, their child, or their family.
(631) 378-5736 View (631) 378-5736
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Brenna Perez
Mental Health Counselor, MS
Online Only
Life is unpredictable and can feel difficult to manage. It can feel like there is nobody to confide in resulting in feeling completely alone as if there is no light at the end of the tunnel. We all have a story to tell and our story is what makes us unique, but it does not define who we are. No matter what our story is there is always an opportunity to achieve the life we envision for ourselves. Therapy can help to provide the comfort, reassurance, and support to grow in the ways that we desire. Together we will work through challenges you’re facing by learning how to deal with these obstacles while exploring your true self.
Life is unpredictable and can feel difficult to manage. It can feel like there is nobody to confide in resulting in feeling completely alone as if there is no light at the end of the tunnel. We all have a story to tell and our story is what makes us unique, but it does not define who we are. No matter what our story is there is always an opportunity to achieve the life we envision for ourselves. Therapy can help to provide the comfort, reassurance, and support to grow in the ways that we desire. Together we will work through challenges you’re facing by learning how to deal with these obstacles while exploring your true self.
(631) 856-2237 View (631) 856-2237
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Barbara Counihan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Southampton, NY 11968
I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a healthy happy life. My practice is dedicated to helping clients achieve a deeper understanding of what is holding them back each day.
I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a healthy happy life. My practice is dedicated to helping clients achieve a deeper understanding of what is holding them back each day.
(631) 430-4926 View (631) 430-4926
Jennifer Grazina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Riverhead, NY 11901
My dual training in clinical social work and education gives me a unique perspective on how people learn, grow, and adapt throughout different life stages. Whether I’m working with a young child struggling to manage big feelings, a teenager navigating academic and social pressures, or an adult facing major life transitions, I strive to create a warm, collaborative environment where clients feel heard and empowered.
My dual training in clinical social work and education gives me a unique perspective on how people learn, grow, and adapt throughout different life stages. Whether I’m working with a young child struggling to manage big feelings, a teenager navigating academic and social pressures, or an adult facing major life transitions, I strive to create a warm, collaborative environment where clients feel heard and empowered.
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Alexandra Paul
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Owning your story takes bravery and is an integral part of the journey toward transformative change. If you are reading this you are already taking the first courageous step in committing to your personal growth and healing. I believe that therapy should provide a safe space for you to process and make meaning of your life, in order to help you envision and move toward a life worth living. I am here to form a strong relationship with individuals, to be genuine and compassionate, and to collaborate with you to shape your life in a way that is authentic to you and promotes well-being.
Owning your story takes bravery and is an integral part of the journey toward transformative change. If you are reading this you are already taking the first courageous step in committing to your personal growth and healing. I believe that therapy should provide a safe space for you to process and make meaning of your life, in order to help you envision and move toward a life worth living. I am here to form a strong relationship with individuals, to be genuine and compassionate, and to collaborate with you to shape your life in a way that is authentic to you and promotes well-being.
(315) 306-3503 View (315) 306-3503
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Donna Lutz
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Commack, NY 11725
I am a developmental psychologist and a licensed marriage and family therapist. I specialize in children, adolescents, parenting, co-parenting, and family systems. I believe that each member of a family impacts every other member, so when issues arise in one member, each member is affected. I place a high importance on communication within a family to help them to improve family dynamics. Issues in an individual or a family can arise at any time, so clients will graduate therapy with the skills they need to conquer future stressors.
I am a developmental psychologist and a licensed marriage and family therapist. I specialize in children, adolescents, parenting, co-parenting, and family systems. I believe that each member of a family impacts every other member, so when issues arise in one member, each member is affected. I place a high importance on communication within a family to help them to improve family dynamics. Issues in an individual or a family can arise at any time, so clients will graduate therapy with the skills they need to conquer future stressors.
(631) 250-8456 View (631) 250-8456
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Sharman Lynn Regensburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, SAC, RYT, CMHIMP
Serves Area
Now Offering Video Sessions! My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a peaceful and joyful life. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand what you have been through and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy and yoga approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. We can utilize YOGA and mindfulness tools to provide immediate and profound improvement for your emotional and physical state.
Now Offering Video Sessions! My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a peaceful and joyful life. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand what you have been through and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy and yoga approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. We can utilize YOGA and mindfulness tools to provide immediate and profound improvement for your emotional and physical state.
(631) 493-0046 View (631) 493-0046
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Nancy Allegretti
Counselor, LMHC, ABA, MS, MA
Lake Grove, NY 11755
I specialize in behavioral problems within the family system and with children, as well as adults that suffer from anxiety, depression, ASD, oppositional defiant tendencies, social skills deficits and more.
In my program, I identify the underlying issues and conflicts and help the family members reach mutually agreed upon strategies to help alleviate negative conflicts. I have an additional program for adolescents through adults. "Meet a Friend, Keep a Friend" is a social skills program to aide those who suffer from social anxiety issues, as well as ASD.
I specialize in behavioral problems within the family system and with children, as well as adults that suffer from anxiety, depression, ASD, oppositional defiant tendencies, social skills deficits and more.
In my program, I identify the underlying issues and conflicts and help the family members reach mutually agreed upon strategies to help alleviate negative conflicts. I have an additional program for adolescents through adults. "Meet a Friend, Keep a Friend" is a social skills program to aide those who suffer from social anxiety issues, as well as ASD.
(631) 546-7698 View (631) 546-7698
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Sunshine Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
1 Endorsed
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Sunshine Counseling is a private psychology practice that offers mental health services to individuals experiencing various symptoms and issues. Our practitioners often use a variety of therapeutic approaches to help our clients learn to identify destructive thought patterns that negatively influence their behavior.
Sunshine Counseling is a private psychology practice that offers mental health services to individuals experiencing various symptoms and issues. Our practitioners often use a variety of therapeutic approaches to help our clients learn to identify destructive thought patterns that negatively influence their behavior.
(631) 252-2820 View (631) 252-2820
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Kim Bjorklund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Holbrook, NY 11741
Twists and turns occur in everyone's lives, and we cannot always be expected to be able to sail these seas alone. Regardless of what is weighing on you, I am here to help. I have vast experience in mental and physical health issues, trauma, anger management, LGTBQ+ issues, marriage and family counseling, etc.
Twists and turns occur in everyone's lives, and we cannot always be expected to be able to sail these seas alone. Regardless of what is weighing on you, I am here to help. I have vast experience in mental and physical health issues, trauma, anger management, LGTBQ+ issues, marriage and family counseling, etc.
(631) 250-8191 View (631) 250-8191
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Timothy Knox Owens
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
When your child is struggling with attention, behavior, learning differences, or emotional overwhelm, it can affect every part of family life. Many parents seek support when Autism Spectrum traits, ADHD, developmental differences, or school challenges begin impacting confidence, relationships, or daily routines. I work with children and families navigating neurodiversity and developmental challenges who want clarity, practical guidance, and tools that support growth at home, school, and in the community. Together, we focus on understanding strengths, building resilience, and helping your child feel more capable and supported.
When your child is struggling with attention, behavior, learning differences, or emotional overwhelm, it can affect every part of family life. Many parents seek support when Autism Spectrum traits, ADHD, developmental differences, or school challenges begin impacting confidence, relationships, or daily routines. I work with children and families navigating neurodiversity and developmental challenges who want clarity, practical guidance, and tools that support growth at home, school, and in the community. Together, we focus on understanding strengths, building resilience, and helping your child feel more capable and supported.
(863) 563-5653 View (863) 563-5653
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Ashley Gabriele
Psychologist, PsyD
2 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
Being a young person comes with big challenges. Between academic pressures, overwhelming emotions, identity questions, and the weight of trying to find your place in an ever changing world, it’s easy to feel lost, or unsure of where to turn. At Wild Ivy Psychological Services, I offer a safe space to be heard, understood, and supported. Through therapy and evaluations, I work with youth, young adults, and families to build confidence, understand themselves more deeply, and find a path forward that feels true to who they are.
Being a young person comes with big challenges. Between academic pressures, overwhelming emotions, identity questions, and the weight of trying to find your place in an ever changing world, it’s easy to feel lost, or unsure of where to turn. At Wild Ivy Psychological Services, I offer a safe space to be heard, understood, and supported. Through therapy and evaluations, I work with youth, young adults, and families to build confidence, understand themselves more deeply, and find a path forward that feels true to who they are.
(631) 430-5449 View (631) 430-5449
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Seoungyeun Chang
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Commack, NY 11725
I offer a warm, supportive space where we explore your story together and help you reconnect with your strengths! Using narrative therapy, I support adolescents, young adults, and LGBTQ+ clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, guiding you toward hope and clarity.
I offer a warm, supportive space where we explore your story together and help you reconnect with your strengths! Using narrative therapy, I support adolescents, young adults, and LGBTQ+ clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, guiding you toward hope and clarity.
(631) 305-4942 View (631) 305-4942
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Elizabeth M Mansdorf
Psychologist, PhD, BCBA, LBA
4 Endorsed
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I am a graduate of the Clinical Psychology program at Hofstra University. I have also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine specializing in the assessment and treatment of severe problem behavior with individuals with developmental disabilities. I am centrally located in Hauppauge, NY. I provide assessment and therapy for individuals with anxiety disorders, depression, and developmental disabilities. My goal is to provide a comprehensive treatment package to fit the needs and aspirations of those I work with.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I am a graduate of the Clinical Psychology program at Hofstra University. I have also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine specializing in the assessment and treatment of severe problem behavior with individuals with developmental disabilities. I am centrally located in Hauppauge, NY. I provide assessment and therapy for individuals with anxiety disorders, depression, and developmental disabilities. My goal is to provide a comprehensive treatment package to fit the needs and aspirations of those I work with.
(631) 881-4276 View (631) 881-4276
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Leslie Lipton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Southampton, NY 11968
I believe in the ability of all people to make changes in their lives for the better. Within the therapeutic relationship, I believe that we are partners - learning together and walking together down the road to wellness. I am not the expert on you and I don't strive to be. I believe that a positive working relationship between therapist and client is essential to the process of change, and that starts with unconditional positive regard. I look forward to working with you - talking with you and to you, rather than at you.
I believe in the ability of all people to make changes in their lives for the better. Within the therapeutic relationship, I believe that we are partners - learning together and walking together down the road to wellness. I am not the expert on you and I don't strive to be. I believe that a positive working relationship between therapist and client is essential to the process of change, and that starts with unconditional positive regard. I look forward to working with you - talking with you and to you, rather than at you.
(917) 809-7796 View (917) 809-7796
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Sandy Schlesinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Smithtown, NY 11787
The decision to see a therapist is a personal one and perhaps the most important factor in that decision is the connection you make with the therapist that you choose. I create a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment for you to discuss the challenges that you currently face. We will partner together to develop tools and coping skills to make positive change and live a happier life.
The decision to see a therapist is a personal one and perhaps the most important factor in that decision is the connection you make with the therapist that you choose. I create a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment for you to discuss the challenges that you currently face. We will partner together to develop tools and coping skills to make positive change and live a happier life.
(631) 964-6027 View (631) 964-6027
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Helen Ballas, Ph.D. & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Serves Area
My theoretical orientation is integrative, which means I use a combination of humanistic, solution-focused, person-centered, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based /contemplative approaches, stress management, and insight oriented techniques-depending on the needs of the client. I understand how critical the relationship between client and therapist is to the success of the therapeutic experience. As such, my hope always is to provide a warm, empathetic, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment-one in which my clients will feel safe and encouraged to build trust and work towards self-empowerment. To that end, I employ a collaborative, strengths-oriented approach.
My theoretical orientation is integrative, which means I use a combination of humanistic, solution-focused, person-centered, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based /contemplative approaches, stress management, and insight oriented techniques-depending on the needs of the client. I understand how critical the relationship between client and therapist is to the success of the therapeutic experience. As such, my hope always is to provide a warm, empathetic, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment-one in which my clients will feel safe and encouraged to build trust and work towards self-empowerment. To that end, I employ a collaborative, strengths-oriented approach.
(631) 593-4369 View (631) 593-4369
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.