Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Mechanicsburg, PA
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Valley Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Life can be difficult. As a parent, you want your children to be happy and healthy so seeing them struggle can be difficult. Teenagers and young adults are faced with new challenges every day. Families can struggle to communicate and can feel disconnected. We strive to reduce the stress and stigma associated with mental health issues by creating a positive and up-beat learning environment where we can focus on one’s strengths to develop strategies to deal with challenges that you face. Through therapy, you’ll be able to find happiness in yourself, in relationships, and in your family to be empowered towards a bright future.

Alcove Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW
Verified
Verified
Thanks for considering Alcove Counseling Services. We are three caring and competent professionals. Our desire is to use our knowledge base and skills to help you get through the various transitions involved in life. Most of our backgrounds are in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. But we all have an eclectic approach based on your needs and interests. We hope to provide a safe nurturing environment where you will feel comfortable. Your health and well being are of primary concern to all of us, and we are eager to help you in your journey.

Shaunaca James
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, BSC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello! My name is Shaunaca. (Pronounced like Hanukkah but with the "sh" sound) I graduated with a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Shippensburg University. I am nationally certified by the NBCC, as well as, licensed as a Behavior Specialist by the State Board of Medicine. I have worked in many different environments such as, schools, residential facilities, and outpatient clinics with all sorts of people and personalities. I enjoy working with teens and adults.

Chad Briggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Kids and teenagers encounter new challenges every day. School, sports, activities, and family dynamics can lead to anxiety, stress, and even depression. They may feel overwhelmed and struggle to talk about what is going on. They may be scared, feel embarrassed, or feel unsure of who to talk about what they are feeling. You may have noticed changes in their behavior or mood as a result. I work with kids, teenagers, and families to identify and gain understanding of what has led to their struggles and collaboratively work on how to move forward. I bring a different energy to therapy.

Emerge Counseling Ministries PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, MDiv
Verified
Verified
Emerge Counseling Ministries PA accepts clients 8 yrs and older. We help those in need of marriage, couples, families or individual counseling. We help clients deal with many different mental health conditions from relationship and school-related issues to more specialized mental health issues. Our group is trained and skilled in the treatment of depression and anxiety-related disorders and multiple other mental health or life issues. We take most insurances. Please call us at (330)-867-5603 with any questions or send us an email.
Not accepting new clients

Alex De La Rosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Children and parents are constantly facing new challenges in their lives. School, social activities, and family life can bring stress, anxiety, worry, depression, and more to kids and and parents. From elementary-aged children to adolescents preparing for life after high school, the issues they face can be difficult to talk about and reaching out for help can be challenging. Changes in mood or behavior can be a sign of a deeper rooted problem. I work with children and families to understand these issues and work to find strategies that work for each individual to overcome your challenges.

Anna-Kate Braithwaite
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified
Verified
I strive daily to take a compassionate approach while working with individuals and families, adolescents, and adults. I have experience collaborating in treatment with individuals with mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, and trauma and I work with individuals who are 17 years and older. I believe a significant part of the therapeutic process is building a therapeutic relationship with my client. Being able to practice this healthy relationship in therapy can help to improve other relationships outside of therapy.
David R Miller
Psychologist, PhD, MSPHARM
Verified
Verified
Hello. I have over 19 yrs of clinical experience with children, teens, and adults. I grew up in central Pennsylvania and attended Penn State for undergraduate schooling. I then earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Central Michigan University and later a masters degree in Psychopharmacology from Argosy University. I also completed a two year fellowship in Clinical Child Psychology to work with children, teens, and families. I enjoy working with all age groups. Whether you are a parent wanting support for your child or teenager or an adult I would be happy to help you.

Cachara and Associates LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
We are a small, private psychological practice providing services in both the Carlisle and Shippensburg areas. We are passionate about our work. We view our therapeutic relationship as the medium in which change happens, allowing your time spent in therapy to be beneficial and worthwhile for you and/or your child. We work with a variety of presenting problems including anxiety, depression, situational stress, childhood trauma, grief/loss, behavioral disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders as well as perinatal health.

Central Penn Education Associates Inc.
Psychologist, MS, NCSP
Verified
Verified
Central Penn Education Associates is a company founded by Nationally Certified School Psychologists for the purpose of providing educational evaluations and related services to students/individuals in central PA and surrounding areas. We complete independent psychoeducational evaluations to determine disability identification and need for special education services, work with a licensed psychologist to identify DSM-V diagnoses (ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, etc.), evaluations for gifted services, college disability testing, neuropsychological evaluations, and Spanish language evaluations,

Downtown Counseling Center LLC
PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown Counseling Center (DCC) has specialty trained providers whose mission is to provide an individually tailored therapy experience to address the concerns of our clients. Our providers use empirically supported, research based interventions to help children, adolescents, adults or families reach treatment goals.
Waitlist for new clients

Pamela Moran Treatment and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
Verified
My current focus is in working with those diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD - Bravery, Perseverance, Determination) or have the symptoms of BPD (fear of abandonment, fear of being alone, low self esteem, lack of sense of self, mood swings, splitting, anger, emptiness, impulsivity, and lack of organization and structure), parents of those diagnosed with BPD, and all issues of high conflict divorce including Co-parenting, Reunification, and Custody Evaluation. I also enjoy couples work & use a Polarity framework. Treatments are Relationally-Focused, Trauma-Informed, and Evidence-Based.

Jason Boes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, or you're just looking to refine your parenting skills, I look forward to working with you and your family.

Jared L Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW, CAADC, CCM
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My counseling practice focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication within families, couples and individuals. My passion is helping clients manage life transitions, loss, anxiety, anger, depression, family conflict, addictions, and chronic illness. I approach therapy in a collaborative process, your participation plays an integral role in how therapy progresses. Together, we will establish goals and plans that we feel are attainable and will best meet your needs. I believe individuals and families are capable of making meaningful changes in their lives based on strengths they already possess. Our work together will enhance your existing resources.

Jewish Family Service of Greater Harrisburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC
Verified
Verified
Now more than ever, we know how important it is to reach out for help if you need it. If you are going through a difficult time and feel overwhelmed or simply want to make improvements, why not take the first steps to sit down and talk to someone? Our capable, nonjudgmental clinicians offer therapy services for all stages of life. There’s no problem too big or too small.

Jessica Ambrose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Hello! I am Jessica, a licensed professional counselor in the Harrisburg area. I have been working in the mental health field for over five years. I have gained experience working with children, adolescents and adults in both the residential and outpatient therapy settings. My work has included a focus on supporting clients through experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, family and relationship concerns.

Stefanie Bolio - Emdr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my passion to walk along side my clients in difficult situations and help my clients to find hope. Life can become difficult, I help my clients in finding insight, support and manage situations that feel unmanageable. My approach is personal and unique to each of my client's personality and situations.
Not accepting new clients

Nancy J. Patrick, Ph.D. LLC
Psychologist, MEd, PhD, LP
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist, special educator, author, and speaker. In my practice, I focus primarily on providing support to children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum and other developmental disorders and their families. I utilize an individualized strengths-based approach along with evidence-based practices to evaluate, diagnose, counsel, coach, consult, advocate and teach individuals struggling with social, behavioral and learning differences to function at their best at home, school, work and in the community.
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Butch Romanoski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My specialties include
oppositional
defiant behaviors, ADHD, depression, anxiety disorders, family relational problems, children of divorced parents, career counseling, and teen and college athletes.
Are you having problems with your child or teen? Is it difficult to communicate with them and do you worry about the choices they are making? Together, we can work on bettering the relationship you have and improve the quality of your or your child's life. My experience in many clinical arenas ranging from residential facilities to outpatient settings will help us meet these goals. My theoretical style is eclectic but I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral techniques to treat many issues.

Alaysha M Cheeks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
With 10 years' experience working with children, teens, and families, I have experience and specialized training to treat; ADHD/ADD,
ODD
Adjustment Disorder, self-esteem, family dynamics, adolescent and teen non-compliance, anger, trauma and caregiver coaching in addressing problem behaviors.
My passion is helping clients find their inner power and their individual ability to take control of their own lives, and make meaningful changes that bring them closer to their life goals.
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What type of Mechanicsburg mental health professional is right for me?
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If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
How to find a therapist or counselor in Mechanicsburg?
When looking to find a therapist, start by considering training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
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