Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Dickson, TN
You may be successful, responsible, and dependable, yet still struggle with anxiety, depression, self-criticism, or feeling like you're never "good enough." Many of my clients are tired of seeking validation from others, overthinking relationships, and carrying emotional burdens alone. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can better understand yourself, break unhealthy patterns, build confidence, and create a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling. Whether it's self-esteem, confidence, depression or anxiety, we can work through that.
You may be successful, responsible, and dependable, yet still struggle with anxiety, depression, self-criticism, or feeling like you're never "good enough." Many of my clients are tired of seeking validation from others, overthinking relationships, and carrying emotional burdens alone. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can better understand yourself, break unhealthy patterns, build confidence, and create a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling. Whether it's self-esteem, confidence, depression or anxiety, we can work through that.
I treat individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, or relationship issues. I am located in Dickson, Tennessee. I am licensed in Tennessee and California. I help couples to enrich their relationships and explore ways to rekindle their love for one another. I invite family members to join our sessions to bring your family closer together and help you to support each other.
I treat individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, or relationship issues. I am located in Dickson, Tennessee. I am licensed in Tennessee and California. I help couples to enrich their relationships and explore ways to rekindle their love for one another. I invite family members to join our sessions to bring your family closer together and help you to support each other.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I respect the courage it takes to begin. My goal is to help you feel comfortable quickly by building a real connection and offering insight or relief from the very first session. This is especially important for adolescents, young adults, and men who may feel unsure at first. I meet you where you are, focus on your strengths, and work with you to create clear, meaningful goals. My approach is warm, supportive, and direct when needed. I also bring experience as a national and international speaker and trainer, offering a broad, practical perspective to our work together.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I respect the courage it takes to begin. My goal is to help you feel comfortable quickly by building a real connection and offering insight or relief from the very first session. This is especially important for adolescents, young adults, and men who may feel unsure at first. I meet you where you are, focus on your strengths, and work with you to create clear, meaningful goals. My approach is warm, supportive, and direct when needed. I also bring experience as a national and international speaker and trainer, offering a broad, practical perspective to our work together.
All behaviors are a form of communication. Let me help you learn how to communicate your needs in an achievable way.
All behaviors are a form of communication. Let me help you learn how to communicate your needs in an achievable way.
With compassion,insight and acceptance, I can help you explore the issues which prevent you from success in your personal and professional relationships. I believe that we all possess much of the knowledge needed to answer life's questions; however, as with all things, we sometimes simply forget where to look. I see my work primarily as a guide, helping my clients find their own answers and their own happiness.I view therapy as a way to gain self awareness in order to understand one's pattern of relating to others and dealing with life's challenges.
With compassion,insight and acceptance, I can help you explore the issues which prevent you from success in your personal and professional relationships. I believe that we all possess much of the knowledge needed to answer life's questions; however, as with all things, we sometimes simply forget where to look. I see my work primarily as a guide, helping my clients find their own answers and their own happiness.I view therapy as a way to gain self awareness in order to understand one's pattern of relating to others and dealing with life's challenges.
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As of August 2023, I have relocated my practice from Houston, TX to Nashville, TN. I am now scheduling fall in-person psychological, psychoeducational, and school neuropsychological assessments and therapy sessions in Nashville, TN and telepsychology appointments in the 39 PSYPACT states.
As of August 2023, I have relocated my practice from Houston, TX to Nashville, TN. I am now scheduling fall in-person psychological, psychoeducational, and school neuropsychological assessments and therapy sessions in Nashville, TN and telepsychology appointments in the 39 PSYPACT states.
Stephanie B Stavinoga
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, CCMHC
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my personal statement! My professional history, as well as my approach in working with people is eclectic and heartfelt. I have an extensive history working with children and their families, specifically those who have behavioral issues. Although positive behavioral planning and intervention is my passion, I also work with individuals that are experiencing stress, anxiety and life challenges. My approach is very client centered and mindful, for I am dedicated to assisting others in the positive navigation of their challenging situations.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my personal statement! My professional history, as well as my approach in working with people is eclectic and heartfelt. I have an extensive history working with children and their families, specifically those who have behavioral issues. Although positive behavioral planning and intervention is my passion, I also work with individuals that are experiencing stress, anxiety and life challenges. My approach is very client centered and mindful, for I am dedicated to assisting others in the positive navigation of their challenging situations.
My areas of focus and passion include Autism, including children/adolescents/young adults with behavior concerns, ADHD, learning and/or intellectual disabilities, depression, and anxiety. I am skilled in empathy and rapport building and believe that the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of healing and growth. I am neurodiversity affirming, and firmly believe in meeting clients and families where they are. The therapeutic process should be hollistic, addressing all aspects of a person. Thus, my therapy style is very eclectic.
My areas of focus and passion include Autism, including children/adolescents/young adults with behavior concerns, ADHD, learning and/or intellectual disabilities, depression, and anxiety. I am skilled in empathy and rapport building and believe that the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of healing and growth. I am neurodiversity affirming, and firmly believe in meeting clients and families where they are. The therapeutic process should be hollistic, addressing all aspects of a person. Thus, my therapy style is very eclectic.
Life is hard and we are all trying to heal from someone or something. The therapeutic process is the greatest gift you could give yourself or your child. We have one life, we are all learning daily and we are in this together. We have a deep passion for children, adolescents and families who have come from hard places and spaces. Our focus is neurodiversity across the lifespan. Our licensed and seasoned therapists design an evidenced-based treatment plan derived from ABA, Brainspotting, EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Theory, CBT, DBT and Internal Family Systems. If comfortable, we can also combine these interventions.
Life is hard and we are all trying to heal from someone or something. The therapeutic process is the greatest gift you could give yourself or your child. We have one life, we are all learning daily and we are in this together. We have a deep passion for children, adolescents and families who have come from hard places and spaces. Our focus is neurodiversity across the lifespan. Our licensed and seasoned therapists design an evidenced-based treatment plan derived from ABA, Brainspotting, EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Theory, CBT, DBT and Internal Family Systems. If comfortable, we can also combine these interventions.
I bring over 20,000 hours of professional coaching experience working with adults, teens, college students and couples. Utilizing a focused and strengths based approach, I specialize in the field of ADHD, special education, advocacy work and individualized education plans. I will "meet you" where you are in your ADHD journey and help you get unstuck! I offer both in-person sessions, via Zoom or Facetime and by telephone. If you are feeling overwhelmed with your ADHD symptoms or anxiety, we can help. We have proven strategies in integrating new habits and embracing your ADHD symptoms by turning them into strengths!
I bring over 20,000 hours of professional coaching experience working with adults, teens, college students and couples. Utilizing a focused and strengths based approach, I specialize in the field of ADHD, special education, advocacy work and individualized education plans. I will "meet you" where you are in your ADHD journey and help you get unstuck! I offer both in-person sessions, via Zoom or Facetime and by telephone. If you are feeling overwhelmed with your ADHD symptoms or anxiety, we can help. We have proven strategies in integrating new habits and embracing your ADHD symptoms by turning them into strengths!
I understand that when you or your child are having a hard time, it affects the entire family and daily life. If you are the parent/guardian of a child who needs a therapist who will listen to your insight as their parent, or if you are a young adult struggling with family, school, work, or feelings of depression, anxiety or stress, you have come to the right place. Perhaps you don't feel like counseling has worked in the past and need a new approach to what you or your child is dealing with. Perhaps you are a looking for a counselor that will incorporate your faith. Whoever you are, you have come to the right place.
I understand that when you or your child are having a hard time, it affects the entire family and daily life. If you are the parent/guardian of a child who needs a therapist who will listen to your insight as their parent, or if you are a young adult struggling with family, school, work, or feelings of depression, anxiety or stress, you have come to the right place. Perhaps you don't feel like counseling has worked in the past and need a new approach to what you or your child is dealing with. Perhaps you are a looking for a counselor that will incorporate your faith. Whoever you are, you have come to the right place.
I work with adolescents and young adults experiencing behavioral concerns and life stressors, managing anger, anxiety, depression, peer relationships and self-esteem. My goal is for each client to feel safe and understood while they gain the skills and strength to enact change.
I work with adolescents and young adults experiencing behavioral concerns and life stressors, managing anger, anxiety, depression, peer relationships and self-esteem. My goal is for each client to feel safe and understood while they gain the skills and strength to enact change.
It can feel exhausting trying to balance connecting to yourself and the rest of the world when life is already constantly changing! Do you ever feel like there’s never a right time to share or feel your emotions? Or relationships have gotten more complex and lonelier? I was originally drawn to pursue therapy when recognizing the societal paradox of being different and alike as well as connected and lonely through sociology. I believe therapy is a powerful tool in understanding and navigating this experience and yourself.
It can feel exhausting trying to balance connecting to yourself and the rest of the world when life is already constantly changing! Do you ever feel like there’s never a right time to share or feel your emotions? Or relationships have gotten more complex and lonelier? I was originally drawn to pursue therapy when recognizing the societal paradox of being different and alike as well as connected and lonely through sociology. I believe therapy is a powerful tool in understanding and navigating this experience and yourself.
I am accepting new clients however limited to a few ... ... You are the most important person in the room and our partnership matters while on the therapy journey. Are you are having difficulty in making lemonade from life's-lemons, difficulty adjusting to changes, dealing with the unexpected stress of life? The therapy process is totally focused on the person, client...you. Expect a warm, welcoming and positive atmosphere where you are unconditionally received. I believe that many things can positively be affected when a person feels encouraged, believed in, and safe. I also enjoy a sense of humor, laughter and healing.
I am accepting new clients however limited to a few ... ... You are the most important person in the room and our partnership matters while on the therapy journey. Are you are having difficulty in making lemonade from life's-lemons, difficulty adjusting to changes, dealing with the unexpected stress of life? The therapy process is totally focused on the person, client...you. Expect a warm, welcoming and positive atmosphere where you are unconditionally received. I believe that many things can positively be affected when a person feels encouraged, believed in, and safe. I also enjoy a sense of humor, laughter and healing.
If you feel you are standing in the way of your own progress in life, or find you are repeating patterns that are not effective, despite your efforts to change, I may be able to help. I offer a setting in which to discover your unique set of concerns and I try to help you to discover a plan that works best for you.
If you feel you are standing in the way of your own progress in life, or find you are repeating patterns that are not effective, despite your efforts to change, I may be able to help. I offer a setting in which to discover your unique set of concerns and I try to help you to discover a plan that works best for you.
Are you noticing behaviors in your child that were not always there? Did your family just endure a major life event and you want to process this with someone outside the family? Do you feel like you handle things differently from your child and do not know how to help them? Is your teen going through a season where they seem more down than usually? As a parent and a caregiver it can feel helpless wanting to help your child but not knowing how. As a child it can feel helpless going through something and not knowing how to describe it. I am here to help.
Are you noticing behaviors in your child that were not always there? Did your family just endure a major life event and you want to process this with someone outside the family? Do you feel like you handle things differently from your child and do not know how to help them? Is your teen going through a season where they seem more down than usually? As a parent and a caregiver it can feel helpless wanting to help your child but not knowing how. As a child it can feel helpless going through something and not knowing how to describe it. I am here to help.
I help clients reduce parenting overwhelm, restore balance between motherhood and other life commitments, and walk through the infertility and perinatal mental health journey. With over 15 years of experience, I provide one‑on‑one care in an affirming, supportive setting for concerns such as stress & overwhelm, adjustment to parenthood, life transitions, trauma recovery, depression, anxiety & panic, postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, indecision, and relationship or interpersonal difficulties.
I help clients reduce parenting overwhelm, restore balance between motherhood and other life commitments, and walk through the infertility and perinatal mental health journey. With over 15 years of experience, I provide one‑on‑one care in an affirming, supportive setting for concerns such as stress & overwhelm, adjustment to parenthood, life transitions, trauma recovery, depression, anxiety & panic, postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, indecision, and relationship or interpersonal difficulties.
“It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” Sometimes it feels like a series of Natural 1 rolls in life. As your therapist, I'm walking this journey with you, while holding the hope until you reach that critical success. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, but because we all have that inner child, I see folks of all ages. I strive to meet you where you are so we can embrace growth, healing, and self-discovery. I’m passionate about facilitating lasting change in people’s lives, and I believe that to see change you must actively make that change.
“It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” Sometimes it feels like a series of Natural 1 rolls in life. As your therapist, I'm walking this journey with you, while holding the hope until you reach that critical success. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, but because we all have that inner child, I see folks of all ages. I strive to meet you where you are so we can embrace growth, healing, and self-discovery. I’m passionate about facilitating lasting change in people’s lives, and I believe that to see change you must actively make that change.
Life isn’t easy at times. Challenges and struggles can shake your foundation and leave you feeling confused, overwhelmed, disappointed, frustrated, or hurt. As a result you may experience uncomfortable symptoms such as grief, anxiety, depression or relationship struggles. You do not have to navigate these situations or feelings alone; we are here to help you with your journey!
Life isn’t easy at times. Challenges and struggles can shake your foundation and leave you feeling confused, overwhelmed, disappointed, frustrated, or hurt. As a result you may experience uncomfortable symptoms such as grief, anxiety, depression or relationship struggles. You do not have to navigate these situations or feelings alone; we are here to help you with your journey!
I specialize in helping clients who struggle with childhood trauma and family issues, which often manifest as anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges. My ideal client seeks to understand their past, develop effective coping mechanisms, and embark on a path to healing. Through an empathetic and practical approach, I aim to empower them with resilience and self-awareness, guiding them toward a life of clarity, growth, and fulfillment.
I specialize in helping clients who struggle with childhood trauma and family issues, which often manifest as anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges. My ideal client seeks to understand their past, develop effective coping mechanisms, and embark on a path to healing. Through an empathetic and practical approach, I aim to empower them with resilience and self-awareness, guiding them toward a life of clarity, growth, and fulfillment.
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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.