Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN
Michael Skirius
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCMHC
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
Mike Skirius PhD, LPC-MHSP, CCMHC, NCC is a licensed and board-certified clinical mental health counselor with advanced training in child and adolescent counseling, crisis intervention, and threat assessment. His clinical work emphasizes emotional and behavioral regulation, family collaboration, and developmental sensitivity. Dr. Skirius is an active member of the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling (ACAC), the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP), and serves as an assistant clinical professor of counseling at The University of Memphis.
Mike Skirius PhD, LPC-MHSP, CCMHC, NCC is a licensed and board-certified clinical mental health counselor with advanced training in child and adolescent counseling, crisis intervention, and threat assessment. His clinical work emphasizes emotional and behavioral regulation, family collaboration, and developmental sensitivity. Dr. Skirius is an active member of the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling (ACAC), the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP), and serves as an assistant clinical professor of counseling at The University of Memphis.
Being seen and heard are gifts that many of us have not consistently received throughout our lives. These gifts are essential to our humanity—they allow us to experience fullness, wholeness, and a steady sense of self. When we experience ruptures or traumas—whether with society, others, or ourselves—it’s often because we’ve been reduced to parts, rather than being seen and understood as our full selves. We may even begin to believe that this fragmentation is all we are worth, or we may fall into the trap of living in scarcity, convinced that we don’t deserve abundance. Yet, deep within, we know we were meant for more.
Being seen and heard are gifts that many of us have not consistently received throughout our lives. These gifts are essential to our humanity—they allow us to experience fullness, wholeness, and a steady sense of self. When we experience ruptures or traumas—whether with society, others, or ourselves—it’s often because we’ve been reduced to parts, rather than being seen and understood as our full selves. We may even begin to believe that this fragmentation is all we are worth, or we may fall into the trap of living in scarcity, convinced that we don’t deserve abundance. Yet, deep within, we know we were meant for more.
John Berger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCMHSP, EMDR
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38111
Family conflict, marital problems, trauma, communication issues, anxiety, depression and other common problems that arise simply from being human are in my wheelhouse to work with. Managing the thoughts and emotions we have as we navigate through the obstacles of life are critical.
Family conflict, marital problems, trauma, communication issues, anxiety, depression and other common problems that arise simply from being human are in my wheelhouse to work with. Managing the thoughts and emotions we have as we navigate through the obstacles of life are critical.
Nakondrea L. Weeks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
"The secret of CHANGE is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old but on building the new."-Socrates. I provide therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing life difficulties, providing a professional, safe environment for those seeking understanding, answers, resolution, and improving quality of life. My clinical experience includes various settings: community mental health, behavioral health and substance abuse residential treatment, foster care, crisis intervention, in-home services.
"The secret of CHANGE is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old but on building the new."-Socrates. I provide therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing life difficulties, providing a professional, safe environment for those seeking understanding, answers, resolution, and improving quality of life. My clinical experience includes various settings: community mental health, behavioral health and substance abuse residential treatment, foster care, crisis intervention, in-home services.
Memphis Center for Mindful Living, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
A genuine, trusting relationship is the essential basis for psychological healing and growth. Within that framework, we incorporate the tools and strategies for change that seem most suited to each individual's preferences, worldview and primary concerns. We believe in partnering with individuals by combining our training in evidence-based interventions with the strengths and resources they possess to best facilitate change. We believe in addressing all areas of a person's life: emotional, physical, social, and spiritual.
A genuine, trusting relationship is the essential basis for psychological healing and growth. Within that framework, we incorporate the tools and strategies for change that seem most suited to each individual's preferences, worldview and primary concerns. We believe in partnering with individuals by combining our training in evidence-based interventions with the strengths and resources they possess to best facilitate change. We believe in addressing all areas of a person's life: emotional, physical, social, and spiritual.
Forward Counseling of the Mid South
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, PMHNP, LMFT
3 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Are you looking for personal growth and the possibility of change? Do you like setting goals and reaching them? Forward Counseling is a group of independent professionals that utilize evidence-based interventions to move our clients toward their goals. We offer individual, family, group, and couples counseling virtually or in the office. To get started, call or complete a contact form on our site at forwardcounseling.com/contact or bit.ly/newclientcontactform
Are you looking for personal growth and the possibility of change? Do you like setting goals and reaching them? Forward Counseling is a group of independent professionals that utilize evidence-based interventions to move our clients toward their goals. We offer individual, family, group, and couples counseling virtually or in the office. To get started, call or complete a contact form on our site at forwardcounseling.com/contact or bit.ly/newclientcontactform
Dr. Courtney Loveless
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MS , LPCMHSP, PhD
2 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
You’ve tried everything, but your child is struggling despite your best efforts. You’re constantly managing their tear-streaked tantrums or sullen silences. “Time outs” don’t work, rewards don’t work, you want to pull your hair out sometimes. You’ve tried talking to them, but they won't tell you what they need. You wish you could read their mind. Pain and anxiety are written all over your child’s face. You so badly want to help but don’t know how. The helplessness and guilt you feel to see them suffer are almost too much to bear. You’ll never give up searching for a way to help them. There’s nothing you wouldn’t do for your child.
You’ve tried everything, but your child is struggling despite your best efforts. You’re constantly managing their tear-streaked tantrums or sullen silences. “Time outs” don’t work, rewards don’t work, you want to pull your hair out sometimes. You’ve tried talking to them, but they won't tell you what they need. You wish you could read their mind. Pain and anxiety are written all over your child’s face. You so badly want to help but don’t know how. The helplessness and guilt you feel to see them suffer are almost too much to bear. You’ll never give up searching for a way to help them. There’s nothing you wouldn’t do for your child.
Bianca Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
2 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
I have experience working with individuals and families to address problems not limited to but including: depression, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, life adjustments, school related problems, ADHD, ODD, and other behavior problems.
Are you struggling to cope with the stressors of daily life? Having some difficulty adjusting to a recent life change? Experiencing anxiety, depression, or some thoughts and feelings that are distressing? In life we all experience seasons that can be overwhelming. Therapy helps to provide us with healthy tools to adjust to the things life might throw our way. My name is Bianca Powell and I am a clinical therapist with a master's degree in social work. As your therapist I will work with you to learn healthy coping skills while identifying and building on your personal strengths.
I have experience working with individuals and families to address problems not limited to but including: depression, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, life adjustments, school related problems, ADHD, ODD, and other behavior problems.
Are you struggling to cope with the stressors of daily life? Having some difficulty adjusting to a recent life change? Experiencing anxiety, depression, or some thoughts and feelings that are distressing? In life we all experience seasons that can be overwhelming. Therapy helps to provide us with healthy tools to adjust to the things life might throw our way. My name is Bianca Powell and I am a clinical therapist with a master's degree in social work. As your therapist I will work with you to learn healthy coping skills while identifying and building on your personal strengths.
You’re tired of feeling like you have to keep it all together. Life feels heavy (maybe too heavy) and you’re not sure what to do anymore. You’ve tried to stay strong, but it’s wearing you down. Maybe your child is struggling and you don’t know how to help, or maybe you’ve been pushing your own emotions aside just to make it through the day. You don’t have to carry this alone. I’m here to walk beside you, to help you slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and start to feel like yourself again.
You’re tired of feeling like you have to keep it all together. Life feels heavy (maybe too heavy) and you’re not sure what to do anymore. You’ve tried to stay strong, but it’s wearing you down. Maybe your child is struggling and you don’t know how to help, or maybe you’ve been pushing your own emotions aside just to make it through the day. You don’t have to carry this alone. I’m here to walk beside you, to help you slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and start to feel like yourself again.
Michael Warren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdS, LCSW, RPT
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38112
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience working with a wide range of clients. I have extensive training working with children and teenagers and have worked with families in the Greater Memphis Area for over 10 years. I have a unique insight that allows clients to best express their needs and work towards their individual goals.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience working with a wide range of clients. I have extensive training working with children and teenagers and have worked with families in the Greater Memphis Area for over 10 years. I have a unique insight that allows clients to best express their needs and work towards their individual goals.
Lee Mauney MS LPC (TN,AR) (Last name pronounced, “Mooney”) I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of (L.P.C.) with over 30 years of experience working many cultures in multiple settings. I believe in helping clients to find one’s own internal healer, to rediscover their inner strengths, and empowering them to improve their mental balance while helping them clarifying their existential journey. My therapeutic focus is client centered with an emphasis on educating clients to improve their lives through empowerment to become independent and continue their inner growth.
Lee Mauney MS LPC (TN,AR) (Last name pronounced, “Mooney”) I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of (L.P.C.) with over 30 years of experience working many cultures in multiple settings. I believe in helping clients to find one’s own internal healer, to rediscover their inner strengths, and empowering them to improve their mental balance while helping them clarifying their existential journey. My therapeutic focus is client centered with an emphasis on educating clients to improve their lives through empowerment to become independent and continue their inner growth.
Many experiences in life can motivate us to look for support―a difficult current or past relationship, overwhelming stress, unprocessed trauma, or maybe just a sense of being stuck. You aren't alone. My hope is that you find in me a nonjudgmental, caring presence to listen and help you process whatever pain or disconnection you might be experiencing. My aim is to guide you toward the wholeness you seek.
Many experiences in life can motivate us to look for support―a difficult current or past relationship, overwhelming stress, unprocessed trauma, or maybe just a sense of being stuck. You aren't alone. My hope is that you find in me a nonjudgmental, caring presence to listen and help you process whatever pain or disconnection you might be experiencing. My aim is to guide you toward the wholeness you seek.
Pamela Keeling-Nuttall Psychotherapy Practice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi my name is Pamela Keeling-Nuttall of Pamela Keeling-Nuttall Psychotherapy Practice, PLLC. I am a psychotherapist who has been practicing as a therapist for greater than 15+ yrs. As a therapist, I work with clients of all ages, couples and family systems. I am known to be personable, and warm hearted as a person. I am a Cognitive Behavioral Client Centered Therapist, who utilizes ecclectic approaches while working to empower the client to find and utilize their own strengths in working through problems, managing depression, stress and anxiety, and utilize coping strategies/tools that will help to improve client overall functioning.
Hi my name is Pamela Keeling-Nuttall of Pamela Keeling-Nuttall Psychotherapy Practice, PLLC. I am a psychotherapist who has been practicing as a therapist for greater than 15+ yrs. As a therapist, I work with clients of all ages, couples and family systems. I am known to be personable, and warm hearted as a person. I am a Cognitive Behavioral Client Centered Therapist, who utilizes ecclectic approaches while working to empower the client to find and utilize their own strengths in working through problems, managing depression, stress and anxiety, and utilize coping strategies/tools that will help to improve client overall functioning.
Dr. Marlo Zarzaur Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, MHSP
Serves Area
I specialize in working with children and adolescents ages 2-25 years old who are struggling with emotional and behavioral issues at home or school. It has been my honor for the past 28 years to work as a clinician with children and their parents as they navigate life.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents ages 2-25 years old who are struggling with emotional and behavioral issues at home or school. It has been my honor for the past 28 years to work as a clinician with children and their parents as they navigate life.
Todays world is often stressful, overwhelming and difficult to manage. Adults, adolescents and children face many stressors and often need a safe place to talk and work through the difficult time in their life. Counseling at Journey To New Beginnings helps children, adolescents and adults reach the happiness and success they deserve and desire. Client success is our main goal. At Journey To New Beginnings, our mission is to assist individuals, couples and families in transforming their lives and creating new beginnings.
Todays world is often stressful, overwhelming and difficult to manage. Adults, adolescents and children face many stressors and often need a safe place to talk and work through the difficult time in their life. Counseling at Journey To New Beginnings helps children, adolescents and adults reach the happiness and success they deserve and desire. Client success is our main goal. At Journey To New Beginnings, our mission is to assist individuals, couples and families in transforming their lives and creating new beginnings.
I am an LPC-MHSP who specializes and has experience in helping children, teenagers, and adults that are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions.
I work to help clients with gaining self-understanding, emotional regulation techniques, coping skills, and the confidence to use these skills in their daily lives.
I am an LPC-MHSP who specializes and has experience in helping children, teenagers, and adults that are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions.
I work to help clients with gaining self-understanding, emotional regulation techniques, coping skills, and the confidence to use these skills in their daily lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that works with adolescents and adults with a variety of issues. I understand that life does not always go exactly as we have hoped and that sometimes we need a little extra support to get it on track. I would love to be the person to support you in achieving your goals for yourself or your family. In my current practice I address difficulties with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, behavior problems, family issues, adjustment difficulties, communication problems, codependency, and parenting.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that works with adolescents and adults with a variety of issues. I understand that life does not always go exactly as we have hoped and that sometimes we need a little extra support to get it on track. I would love to be the person to support you in achieving your goals for yourself or your family. In my current practice I address difficulties with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, behavior problems, family issues, adjustment difficulties, communication problems, codependency, and parenting.
Hi! Perhaps you are visiting today to obtain answers to confusion, peace in the torment, clarity from the chaos, healing from the pain. Maybe you just want someone to understand your pain. The process of healing is different for everyone, and you may find yourself in need of guidance and support. Whatever your reasoning may be, I am dedicated to help you achieve hope and healing. My goal is to provide a space where you feel safe in that experience. I am bilingual (Spanish) and I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples facing challenges with trauma, self-esteem, transitions, relationship distress, anxiety and depression.
Hi! Perhaps you are visiting today to obtain answers to confusion, peace in the torment, clarity from the chaos, healing from the pain. Maybe you just want someone to understand your pain. The process of healing is different for everyone, and you may find yourself in need of guidance and support. Whatever your reasoning may be, I am dedicated to help you achieve hope and healing. My goal is to provide a space where you feel safe in that experience. I am bilingual (Spanish) and I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples facing challenges with trauma, self-esteem, transitions, relationship distress, anxiety and depression.
Are you facing a challenging time in your life? Maybe you are not feeling joy, are
often feeling sad or anxious, or a relationship is not going the way you would like with a friend, significant other, or coworker. Whatever the need is, no matter how small or big, we can team up to improve your life experience. I am passionate about supporting people as they move through emotional growth and partner with you to create a change path tailored to your needs. I approach therapy with a growth can be exciting and fulfilling mindset. Navigation of life is much better when you have a committed therapist by your side.
Are you facing a challenging time in your life? Maybe you are not feeling joy, are
often feeling sad or anxious, or a relationship is not going the way you would like with a friend, significant other, or coworker. Whatever the need is, no matter how small or big, we can team up to improve your life experience. I am passionate about supporting people as they move through emotional growth and partner with you to create a change path tailored to your needs. I approach therapy with a growth can be exciting and fulfilling mindset. Navigation of life is much better when you have a committed therapist by your side.
Together, we can embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. As a professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve a greater level of well-being and fulfillment in their lives. Utilizing a variety of evidence-based techniques and strategies, I work collaboratively with clients to address a wide range of concerns. I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals facing a wide range of challenges, from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, job issues, divorce, family dysfunction, anger issues and more.
Together, we can embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. As a professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve a greater level of well-being and fulfillment in their lives. Utilizing a variety of evidence-based techniques and strategies, I work collaboratively with clients to address a wide range of concerns. I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals facing a wide range of challenges, from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, job issues, divorce, family dysfunction, anger issues and more.
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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.