Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Counseling 2 Hope LLC can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being. Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. If you have concerns about personal relationships or mental and emotions wellness? We can come along side you amid your pain and suffering.
Counseling 2 Hope LLC can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being. Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. If you have concerns about personal relationships or mental and emotions wellness? We can come along side you amid your pain and suffering.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, providing in person and virtual options. I am licensed in Virginia and Maryland, providing virtual only sessions in these locations. My clinical experience has been working with children adolescents, and young adults, providing individual, family, and play therapy. I also have extensive experience and specialized training in working with young children. My clinical focus with clients supports my belief that by fostering healthy social and emotional development and strengthening relationships, clients can and will begin to experience positive change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, providing in person and virtual options. I am licensed in Virginia and Maryland, providing virtual only sessions in these locations. My clinical experience has been working with children adolescents, and young adults, providing individual, family, and play therapy. I also have extensive experience and specialized training in working with young children. My clinical focus with clients supports my belief that by fostering healthy social and emotional development and strengthening relationships, clients can and will begin to experience positive change.
Perhaps you are single, feeling alone in your relationships, struggling to connect with your partner. Maybe you are a parent struggling to bond with your child or looking for ways to best support your child(ren). Maybe, you're someone looking for motivation to get out of the bed, or achieve your dreams and goals. Maybe you're feeling lost, confused, and uncertain on your best, next step to take in life. Whatever you’re going through, whoever you are, I am here to support you.
Perhaps you are single, feeling alone in your relationships, struggling to connect with your partner. Maybe you are a parent struggling to bond with your child or looking for ways to best support your child(ren). Maybe, you're someone looking for motivation to get out of the bed, or achieve your dreams and goals. Maybe you're feeling lost, confused, and uncertain on your best, next step to take in life. Whatever you’re going through, whoever you are, I am here to support you.
While past and current circumstances may significantly impact your life and leave you feeling broken, healing and support to recover is available. Be encouraged. Many of us need help from time to time to see ourselves more clearly and to develop a new way of living fuller lives. Now is the time to take the first step in your journey to personal growth, wellness and stability in your life. Allow me to encourage and empower you with tools and coping skills necessary to navigate your life's challenges, so that you can lead a life that's more mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually balanced.
While past and current circumstances may significantly impact your life and leave you feeling broken, healing and support to recover is available. Be encouraged. Many of us need help from time to time to see ourselves more clearly and to develop a new way of living fuller lives. Now is the time to take the first step in your journey to personal growth, wellness and stability in your life. Allow me to encourage and empower you with tools and coping skills necessary to navigate your life's challenges, so that you can lead a life that's more mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually balanced.
Therapy can serve as a comforting space for individuals to begin the healing process and make positive changes for a more fulfilling life. My passion is working with young people, couples and families by helping them grow and find their strengths. Being a mother of three, with over 15 years of educating preschool through high school age children, including those with special needs and behavioral difficulties I can understand many of the issues that bring families to counseling. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for LGBTQ+ teens, individuals and couples to explore their emotional and psychological needs. EMDR trained.
Therapy can serve as a comforting space for individuals to begin the healing process and make positive changes for a more fulfilling life. My passion is working with young people, couples and families by helping them grow and find their strengths. Being a mother of three, with over 15 years of educating preschool through high school age children, including those with special needs and behavioral difficulties I can understand many of the issues that bring families to counseling. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for LGBTQ+ teens, individuals and couples to explore their emotional and psychological needs. EMDR trained.
There are so many in today’s world struggling, to be heard, to find hope. In my lifetime I have experienced, traumas, loses and grief. Understanding the significance of events on overall wellness, I want nothing more than to give others the opportunity to find hope, to find a way out of whatever hole they might be in, To strengthen their resiliencies to overcome whatever barrier might be holding them back. People of all ages, cultures, and ways of thinking all have struggles and I offer a safe environment to be heard, and to finally obtain freedom from whatever ails you, be it addiction, trauma, or new adjustments in life.
There are so many in today’s world struggling, to be heard, to find hope. In my lifetime I have experienced, traumas, loses and grief. Understanding the significance of events on overall wellness, I want nothing more than to give others the opportunity to find hope, to find a way out of whatever hole they might be in, To strengthen their resiliencies to overcome whatever barrier might be holding them back. People of all ages, cultures, and ways of thinking all have struggles and I offer a safe environment to be heard, and to finally obtain freedom from whatever ails you, be it addiction, trauma, or new adjustments in life.
My passion is working with children and their families to foster a happy childhood. I believe that all children are capable of wonderful and amazing things. I also believe in the importance of environments and relationships that enable children to blossom and grow.
My passion is working with children and their families to foster a happy childhood. I believe that all children are capable of wonderful and amazing things. I also believe in the importance of environments and relationships that enable children to blossom and grow.
An awareness of our inner state of being and how to connect with the stillness is an important part of our journey to wellness and well-being. I offer this to all of my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25+ years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health and hospice care. I have also worked with adults providing individual, couples therapy, and hospice care. For 10 years, I worked with military families in the D.C. area addressing issues around military life, deployment, resilience, and mental health.
An awareness of our inner state of being and how to connect with the stillness is an important part of our journey to wellness and well-being. I offer this to all of my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25+ years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health and hospice care. I have also worked with adults providing individual, couples therapy, and hospice care. For 10 years, I worked with military families in the D.C. area addressing issues around military life, deployment, resilience, and mental health.
Moving Forward, PLC founded in 2007; specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward. Our skilled clinicians with over 100 years of experience will help you or you and your family to move past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues. All therapy is done using evidence based practice. Dr. Cole is also a Clinical Supervision and Professor at George Mason University.
Moving Forward, PLC founded in 2007; specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward. Our skilled clinicians with over 100 years of experience will help you or you and your family to move past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues. All therapy is done using evidence based practice. Dr. Cole is also a Clinical Supervision and Professor at George Mason University.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger issues, parenting issues, career challenges, ODD, ADHD and conduct disorders.
My overall goal is to ensure that I create a welcoming atmosphere that promotes growth and healing.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger issues, parenting issues, career challenges, ODD, ADHD and conduct disorders.
My overall goal is to ensure that I create a welcoming atmosphere that promotes growth and healing.
The Family Therapy Center of Old Town
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN MSN, LMFT, PMHCNS, PMHNP
Serves Area
At the Family Therapy Center of Old Town we provide mental health services to Individuals and families of all ages. Like the family physician, we will be there as needed when mental health issues arise within families and individuals. Using an integrative bio-psycho-social approach, we provide a comprehensive assessment, evaluation and individualized treatment plan for each client. We work together with each client to implement a treatment plan using the tools that will be most affective in reaching their goals.Together, we help our clients get "unstuck" and move forward to a healthy life balance.
At the Family Therapy Center of Old Town we provide mental health services to Individuals and families of all ages. Like the family physician, we will be there as needed when mental health issues arise within families and individuals. Using an integrative bio-psycho-social approach, we provide a comprehensive assessment, evaluation and individualized treatment plan for each client. We work together with each client to implement a treatment plan using the tools that will be most affective in reaching their goals.Together, we help our clients get "unstuck" and move forward to a healthy life balance.
I have an extensive educational background and experience in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. I also specialize in individual and couples counseling and provide therapeutic services for a wide variety of mental health conditions, including trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, issues related to gender and identity development, neurodivergence and cross-cultural issues, parenting, marriage, relationships, and more.
I have an extensive educational background and experience in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. I also specialize in individual and couples counseling and provide therapeutic services for a wide variety of mental health conditions, including trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, issues related to gender and identity development, neurodivergence and cross-cultural issues, parenting, marriage, relationships, and more.
My ideal clients are children, individuals with disabilities, and families seeking support in building confidence, connection, and communication. I work best with children who may be struggling with emotional expression, social skills, or behavioral challenges, and who can benefit from the healing power of Play Therapy. I also support adults with disabilities who are navigating the complexities of employment—whether it's preparing for a job, maintaining one, or learning to self-advocate for workplace accommodations. Families who come to me often look to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and create a healthier environment.
My ideal clients are children, individuals with disabilities, and families seeking support in building confidence, connection, and communication. I work best with children who may be struggling with emotional expression, social skills, or behavioral challenges, and who can benefit from the healing power of Play Therapy. I also support adults with disabilities who are navigating the complexities of employment—whether it's preparing for a job, maintaining one, or learning to self-advocate for workplace accommodations. Families who come to me often look to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and create a healthier environment.
Presently unable to accept new clients. Welcome to Mayne Counseling Services! Are you seeking support through a difficult season or need help gaining clarity in an area of your life? Do you have a teen who struggles with self-acceptance or the burdens of adolescence? My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space to allow for honest discussion about your concerns, struggles, and personal conflicts, hopes for your future, goals, and all other considerations pertaining to life.
Presently unable to accept new clients. Welcome to Mayne Counseling Services! Are you seeking support through a difficult season or need help gaining clarity in an area of your life? Do you have a teen who struggles with self-acceptance or the burdens of adolescence? My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space to allow for honest discussion about your concerns, struggles, and personal conflicts, hopes for your future, goals, and all other considerations pertaining to life.
Do you feel stuck, misunderstood, overwhelmed, or out of sync? Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts or impulses? Maybe you struggle with managing emotions, navigating life transitions, or building trusting relationships. Past trauma and neurodivergence can show up in many ways and make it harder to find relational safety or create a life that honors your needs. I help neurodivergent individuals (kids, teens, & adults), trauma survivors, and neurodiverse couples to understand themselves and heal. Together we can seek healing that feels safe and authentic and to create a life that honor your unique strengths and needs.
Do you feel stuck, misunderstood, overwhelmed, or out of sync? Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts or impulses? Maybe you struggle with managing emotions, navigating life transitions, or building trusting relationships. Past trauma and neurodivergence can show up in many ways and make it harder to find relational safety or create a life that honors your needs. I help neurodivergent individuals (kids, teens, & adults), trauma survivors, and neurodiverse couples to understand themselves and heal. Together we can seek healing that feels safe and authentic and to create a life that honor your unique strengths and needs.
My mission is to work with your child to achieve their full potential. I design plans that incorporate the natural environment to develop life skills and unlock your child’s tremendous potential. My approach is rooted in science and driven by daily insight from interacting with your child. As a parent of a child on the autism spectrum and a professional, I have had extensive experience working with children with special needs and training parents. I understand the challenges that your family faces. I believe that parent involvement plays a crucial role in the intervention and I want to give the best support to continue the work.
My mission is to work with your child to achieve their full potential. I design plans that incorporate the natural environment to develop life skills and unlock your child’s tremendous potential. My approach is rooted in science and driven by daily insight from interacting with your child. As a parent of a child on the autism spectrum and a professional, I have had extensive experience working with children with special needs and training parents. I understand the challenges that your family faces. I believe that parent involvement plays a crucial role in the intervention and I want to give the best support to continue the work.
I have been working in the counseling and substance use field for over 25+ years working in the areas of mental health, substance abuse , corrections and leadership. I serve various individuals who seek assistance in working through life issues and moving forward. I offer Counseling and Psychotherapy Services to address: Relationship Issues, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Work/Home Stress, Life Transitions, Grief and Loss, Healing from Current and Past Trauma, Interpersonal Relations, Parenting, Self-Esteem, Sexuality, Gender Identification and other impasses.
I have been working in the counseling and substance use field for over 25+ years working in the areas of mental health, substance abuse , corrections and leadership. I serve various individuals who seek assistance in working through life issues and moving forward. I offer Counseling and Psychotherapy Services to address: Relationship Issues, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Work/Home Stress, Life Transitions, Grief and Loss, Healing from Current and Past Trauma, Interpersonal Relations, Parenting, Self-Esteem, Sexuality, Gender Identification and other impasses.
I specialize in the following:Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Oppositional Defiant & Conduct Disorders, Substance Abuse counseling, Family & marital conflicts, Grief & Bereavement, and Issues of separation.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about helping individuals and families. I have lived in many states and in Okinawa, Japan, and in Virginia most recently. My diverse military and family background led me to undergraduate studies at The Pennsylvania State University, and doctoral degree in Psychology at Argosy University where I developed a special interest in multicultural competency and mental health treatment. I have over 15 years of clinical experience and find collaborative work essential with other mental and health professionals in order to provide the highest level of care in treating the whole person.
I specialize in the following:Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Oppositional Defiant & Conduct Disorders, Substance Abuse counseling, Family & marital conflicts, Grief & Bereavement, and Issues of separation.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about helping individuals and families. I have lived in many states and in Okinawa, Japan, and in Virginia most recently. My diverse military and family background led me to undergraduate studies at The Pennsylvania State University, and doctoral degree in Psychology at Argosy University where I developed a special interest in multicultural competency and mental health treatment. I have over 15 years of clinical experience and find collaborative work essential with other mental and health professionals in order to provide the highest level of care in treating the whole person.
We all can benefit from an objective, caring and trained professional who can effectively listen, identify key issues, and help that person reduce the stress and anxiety that life often brings us. I specialize in treating adults and older teens and look forward to helping all who have finally decided to seek out the help of another and courageously take that first step.
We all can benefit from an objective, caring and trained professional who can effectively listen, identify key issues, and help that person reduce the stress and anxiety that life often brings us. I specialize in treating adults and older teens and look forward to helping all who have finally decided to seek out the help of another and courageously take that first step.
Great to meet you My name is Corey Tolliver, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background including people with trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship problems, and fatherhood.
Great to meet you My name is Corey Tolliver, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background including people with trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship problems, and fatherhood.
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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.