Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Prince George County, VA

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Arsheia Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSOTP, CSAC, LSATP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you ever find yourself battling negative thoughts? Feeling overwhelmed with trying to cope with feelings? Are you in need of a space where you can feel seen and heard? Whether you are facing loss, traumas, family conflict, life transitions or difficulty with social wellness, my collaborative and supportive style supports you as you work toward your wellness goals.
Do you ever find yourself battling negative thoughts? Feeling overwhelmed with trying to cope with feelings? Are you in need of a space where you can feel seen and heard? Whether you are facing loss, traumas, family conflict, life transitions or difficulty with social wellness, my collaborative and supportive style supports you as you work toward your wellness goals.
(804) 203-0618 View (804) 203-0618
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Trinity Care
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSOTP, LSATP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Helping clients become the best version of themselves through building a comfortable and non-judgmental therapeutic alliance. Welcoming diverse clients from every walk of life.
Helping clients become the best version of themselves through building a comfortable and non-judgmental therapeutic alliance. Welcoming diverse clients from every walk of life.
(804) 259-0250 View (804) 259-0250
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Krystin Rizzo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi there! I am accepting new ketamine-assisted psychotherapy clients at this time only. I can also assist with LPC supervision and gender-affirming care letters (this can be a short term process)
Hi there! I am accepting new ketamine-assisted psychotherapy clients at this time only. I can also assist with LPC supervision and gender-affirming care letters (this can be a short term process)
(757) 859-0372 View (757) 859-0372
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Whitney Smallwood
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Online Only
My mission is to provide compassionate, goal-focused therapy that empowers individuals, couples, and families to heal from trauma, overcome addiction, and navigate life’s challenges. Through structured treatment plans, evidence-based techniques, and creative therapeutic approaches like art and play therapy, I help clients build resilience, improve relationships, and reclaim their well-being. I am dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive space for growth, healing, and long-term transformation.
My mission is to provide compassionate, goal-focused therapy that empowers individuals, couples, and families to heal from trauma, overcome addiction, and navigate life’s challenges. Through structured treatment plans, evidence-based techniques, and creative therapeutic approaches like art and play therapy, I help clients build resilience, improve relationships, and reclaim their well-being. I am dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive space for growth, healing, and long-term transformation.
(434) 337-5398 View (434) 337-5398

Online Therapists

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Kimberly Harlow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
I have treated symptoms of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder, adjustment disorders, marital conflict, tic disorders, and oppositional defiant disorder as well as conduct disorder.
I specialize in young adolescents, adults of all ages, and families. I have worked with couples in marital conflict and worked also with individuals on issues that ranged from adjustment disorders to post-traumatic stress disorder.
I have treated symptoms of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder, adjustment disorders, marital conflict, tic disorders, and oppositional defiant disorder as well as conduct disorder.
I specialize in young adolescents, adults of all ages, and families. I have worked with couples in marital conflict and worked also with individuals on issues that ranged from adjustment disorders to post-traumatic stress disorder.
(757) 517-3865 View (757) 517-3865
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Laura Little Suggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chesapeake, VA 23320
Laura is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: Mood Disorders, ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Self-esteem, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Depression, Family Conflict, Marital Problems, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Trauma, and PTSD.
Dr. Laura Suggs is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Laura is the co-owner of Solution Focused Counseling Group. Laura has worked as a counselor and special educator for over 30 years. Laura has earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications specializing in Journalism from Norfolk State University. She has earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Special Education also from Norfolk State University. She has earned a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Nova Southeastern University. She also received a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Human Services Counseling: Marriage & Family from Liberty University.
Laura is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: Mood Disorders, ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Self-esteem, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Depression, Family Conflict, Marital Problems, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Trauma, and PTSD.
Dr. Laura Suggs is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Laura is the co-owner of Solution Focused Counseling Group. Laura has worked as a counselor and special educator for over 30 years. Laura has earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications specializing in Journalism from Norfolk State University. She has earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Special Education also from Norfolk State University. She has earned a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Nova Southeastern University. She also received a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Human Services Counseling: Marriage & Family from Liberty University.
(757) 774-5308 View (757) 774-5308
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Ellisse Sawyers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
My experience has been mainly working with anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, behavioral disorders ( ODD, ADHD), eating disorders in teens, personality disorders as well as trauma.
In all my work with clients, I maintain a person-centered approach. Essentially, this means that I assume my client is the expert on their own life and I work by providing them space to process their thoughts/feelings and draw from their inner strengths to make positive changes in their lives. I also utilize strength-based and CBT interventions.
My experience has been mainly working with anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, behavioral disorders ( ODD, ADHD), eating disorders in teens, personality disorders as well as trauma.
In all my work with clients, I maintain a person-centered approach. Essentially, this means that I assume my client is the expert on their own life and I work by providing them space to process their thoughts/feelings and draw from their inner strengths to make positive changes in their lives. I also utilize strength-based and CBT interventions.
(571) 583-4130 View (571) 583-4130
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Lisa McIntosh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
In addition, I help children experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorder, self-harm behaviors, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and etc.
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
In addition, I help children experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorder, self-harm behaviors, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and etc.
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
(571) 240-2672 View (571) 240-2672
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T'airra Belcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have several years of working with adolescents, children, and adults with diagnoses of ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and other severe mental illnesses.
My name is Dr. Belcher, and I am here to support you through virtual therapy. Currently, many people are facing an entirely new level of stress, and if you are thinking that now is the time, please know that I offer teletherapy sessions. I view counseling as a collaboration with you, the client leading the journey. It is my role to support you and serve as a sounding board to help you navigate through life. You, the client, are the expert, and it is my role to support and assist you in making changes in your life. I utilize TF-CBT, EMDR, Person Centered therapy to create a treatment plan.
I have several years of working with adolescents, children, and adults with diagnoses of ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and other severe mental illnesses.
My name is Dr. Belcher, and I am here to support you through virtual therapy. Currently, many people are facing an entirely new level of stress, and if you are thinking that now is the time, please know that I offer teletherapy sessions. I view counseling as a collaboration with you, the client leading the journey. It is my role to support you and serve as a sounding board to help you navigate through life. You, the client, are the expert, and it is my role to support and assist you in making changes in your life. I utilize TF-CBT, EMDR, Person Centered therapy to create a treatment plan.
(504) 370-9156 View (504) 370-9156
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Rachel Biesemeyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.
My therapeutic approach is eclectic. I use interventions from several theoretical approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I also provide Grief and Trauma Component Therapy for ages (12-21 years).
I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.
My therapeutic approach is eclectic. I use interventions from several theoretical approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I also provide Grief and Trauma Component Therapy for ages (12-21 years).
(757) 654-2286 View (757) 654-2286
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Dane F Wendell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Behavioral Issues: Addressing challenges such as ADHD, conduct disorders, and oppositional behaviors.
Immediate Openings. Hello! I’m Dane Wendell, a dedicated Child Counselor with 15 years of experience specializing in helping children and adolescents navigate their emotional and behavioral challenges. My mission is to foster a supportive and empathetic environment where young individuals can develop resilience, self-awareness, and healthy coping strategies. I am passionate about guiding children through their unique challenges. My approach combines evidence-based practices with a deep understanding of each child's individual needs. Whether your child is facing anxiety, depression, or behavioral concerns.
Behavioral Issues: Addressing challenges such as ADHD, conduct disorders, and oppositional behaviors.
Immediate Openings. Hello! I’m Dane Wendell, a dedicated Child Counselor with 15 years of experience specializing in helping children and adolescents navigate their emotional and behavioral challenges. My mission is to foster a supportive and empathetic environment where young individuals can develop resilience, self-awareness, and healthy coping strategies. I am passionate about guiding children through their unique challenges. My approach combines evidence-based practices with a deep understanding of each child's individual needs. Whether your child is facing anxiety, depression, or behavioral concerns.
(757) 210-7976 View (757) 210-7976
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Noriko Miyahira Easley
Resident in Counseling, MA, LMHP-R, NCC
Verified Verified
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, ASD, ADHD, RAD, ODD, and other emotional difficulties.
I understand that seeking therapy can be a difficult and courageous step. I am committed to fostering a safe, nurturing environment where my clients feel heard and understood. By integrating evidence-based practices and a compassionate, client-centered approach, I strive to empower my clients to overcome challenges and achieve their personal goals.
I specialize in treating Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, ASD, ADHD, RAD, ODD, and other emotional difficulties.
I understand that seeking therapy can be a difficult and courageous step. I am committed to fostering a safe, nurturing environment where my clients feel heard and understood. By integrating evidence-based practices and a compassionate, client-centered approach, I strive to empower my clients to overcome challenges and achieve their personal goals.
(540) 799-7154 View (540) 799-7154
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Sarah Pittman
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
I also work with caregivers to build skills to manage ADHD and oppositional behaviors in their children and teens.
My approach is warm and validating. Because each client I see is unique, I incorporate a strengths-based and culturally-responsive approach in my therapy to tailor evidence-based treatments to meet the individual needs of each client. I strive to create collaborative treatment goals and plans with each client that I work with.
I also work with caregivers to build skills to manage ADHD and oppositional behaviors in their children and teens.
My approach is warm and validating. Because each client I see is unique, I incorporate a strengths-based and culturally-responsive approach in my therapy to tailor evidence-based treatments to meet the individual needs of each client. I strive to create collaborative treatment goals and plans with each client that I work with.
(804) 597-9110 View (804) 597-9110
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Jesse Gray Pearlstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226
I have worked with both adults and children with a range of diagnoses including, autism, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, ODD, ADHD, emotional regulation, grief, life transitions, and self esteem issues.
As some who has struggled with both sensory processing disorder and a learning disability himself I have particularly enjoyed working with individuals who may identify as neurodivergent though welcome those from all walks of life.
I have worked with both adults and children with a range of diagnoses including, autism, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, ODD, ADHD, emotional regulation, grief, life transitions, and self esteem issues.
As some who has struggled with both sensory processing disorder and a learning disability himself I have particularly enjoyed working with individuals who may identify as neurodivergent though welcome those from all walks of life.
(804) 409-8318 View (804) 409-8318
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Lisa McIntosh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
In addition, I help children experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorder, self-harm behaviors, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and etc.
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
In addition, I help children experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorder, self-harm behaviors, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and etc.
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
(804) 805-4859 View (804) 805-4859
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Courtney Snyder Elhardt
Resident in Counseling, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Online Only
Whether they are struggling with trauma-related issues, oppositional behavior, substance use, low self-esteem, or navigating the foster care system, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where they can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
I aim to empower my clients to develop coping skills, improve self-awareness, and cultivate healthier relationships. My approach is rooted in building strong therapeutic relationships, collaborating with clients and their families, and utilizing comprehensive assessments to tailor interventions to meet their unique needs.
Whether they are struggling with trauma-related issues, oppositional behavior, substance use, low self-esteem, or navigating the foster care system, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where they can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
I aim to empower my clients to develop coping skills, improve self-awareness, and cultivate healthier relationships. My approach is rooted in building strong therapeutic relationships, collaborating with clients and their families, and utilizing comprehensive assessments to tailor interventions to meet their unique needs.
(757) 859-0987 View (757) 859-0987
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Tamika Bennett-Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP
Verified Verified
Chesapeake, VA 23323
She is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Depression, Family Conflict, ​Marital Problems, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD.
Tamika is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is a Registered Supervisor with The Virginia Board of Counseling. Tamika specializes in individual, group, family and couples counseling. She has over 20 years of experience providing clinical counseling services with youth, adolescents, adults and families.
She is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Depression, Family Conflict, ​Marital Problems, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD.
Tamika is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is a Registered Supervisor with The Virginia Board of Counseling. Tamika specializes in individual, group, family and couples counseling. She has over 20 years of experience providing clinical counseling services with youth, adolescents, adults and families.
(757) 210-5811 View (757) 210-5811
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Candice Bullock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, QMHP-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with individuals, to address a variety of challenges, including grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, ODD, life challenges, and more.
With personalized treatment plans, including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Solution focused brief therapy (SFBT), person - centered therapy, and the strengths perspective, I help encourage you to develop coping mechanisms to achieve lasting positive change.
I work with individuals, to address a variety of challenges, including grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, ODD, life challenges, and more.
With personalized treatment plans, including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Solution focused brief therapy (SFBT), person - centered therapy, and the strengths perspective, I help encourage you to develop coping mechanisms to achieve lasting positive change.
(804) 913-2702 View (804) 913-2702
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A New Cycle Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with individuals that suffer from depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, ODD, OCD, and anger issues.
My name is Charita Selden, and my primary focus when providing counseling services is to help a client become the best version of themselves, through person-centered services. I have found that there are many times when my clients are seeking services for the first time in their lives and there's often a bit of reticence. I am quite familiar with this feeling, as I too have sought counseling in the past. This is why I work first to establish a rapport with all of my clients, find out what it is they want to accomplish and collaborate with them to develop an achievable treatment plan.
I work with individuals that suffer from depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, ODD, OCD, and anger issues.
My name is Charita Selden, and my primary focus when providing counseling services is to help a client become the best version of themselves, through person-centered services. I have found that there are many times when my clients are seeking services for the first time in their lives and there's often a bit of reticence. I am quite familiar with this feeling, as I too have sought counseling in the past. This is why I work first to establish a rapport with all of my clients, find out what it is they want to accomplish and collaborate with them to develop an achievable treatment plan.
(757) 600-6307 View (757) 600-6307
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Lisa McIntosh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
In addition, I help children experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorder, self-harm behaviors, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and etc.
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
In addition, I help children experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorder, self-harm behaviors, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and etc.
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
(540) 264-9722 View (540) 264-9722

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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.