Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
Augustina K Anaekwe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46220 (Online Only)
I have experience working with youths with sexual maladaptive behavior, individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, oppositional defiant, recovering from trauma or other concerns, your distress is real, and healing is possible.
Life can be challenging. Throughout life we all have struggles and have experienced situations beyond our control that can deeply affect us. During these times we can feel alone, uncomfortable or frustrated opening up to others about how we are really feeling. Feelings of embarrassment, discouragement or frustration with yourself or people around you can prevent individuals from seeking help and support from others. I want you to know that you are not alone. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, recovering from trauma or other concerns, your distress is real, and healing is possible.
I have experience working with youths with sexual maladaptive behavior, individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, oppositional defiant, recovering from trauma or other concerns, your distress is real, and healing is possible.
Life can be challenging. Throughout life we all have struggles and have experienced situations beyond our control that can deeply affect us. During these times we can feel alone, uncomfortable or frustrated opening up to others about how we are really feeling. Feelings of embarrassment, discouragement or frustration with yourself or people around you can prevent individuals from seeking help and support from others. I want you to know that you are not alone. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, recovering from trauma or other concerns, your distress is real, and healing is possible.
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I have a specialization in Crisis/Trauma and focus in ADHD, autism spectrum, ODD and sensory challenges.
Life surprises us sometimes… In those moments it is helpful to have someone to come alongside us to provide genuine presence, professionalism and expertise, balanced with compassion, to help through times of transition, trauma or growth. I am passionate about offering encouragement, steps for healing and coping, insight, psychoeducation and interpretation when families are struggling to understand one another. Learning how to navigate life’s courses with sensitivity, kindness and realistic perspective can be more easily undertaken in a therapeutic forum that is accepting and direct. Office, teletherapy, walk/talk or home based.
I have a specialization in Crisis/Trauma and focus in ADHD, autism spectrum, ODD and sensory challenges.
Life surprises us sometimes… In those moments it is helpful to have someone to come alongside us to provide genuine presence, professionalism and expertise, balanced with compassion, to help through times of transition, trauma or growth. I am passionate about offering encouragement, steps for healing and coping, insight, psychoeducation and interpretation when families are struggling to understand one another. Learning how to navigate life’s courses with sensitivity, kindness and realistic perspective can be more easily undertaken in a therapeutic forum that is accepting and direct. Office, teletherapy, walk/talk or home based.
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I have experience with such issues as: ADHD, Autism, ODD, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Chronic Health/Pain Issues and Relationship Challenges.
I will help you get through your difficult life challenges so you can feel more confident, happy and whole. If you are struggling with your health, significant loss, or difficult circumstances within your family or work life, I can guide you, educate you, support you, connect you, and most importantly believe in you, so you can shift from hurt to hope, chaos to calm, and overwhelm to opportunity. I do this work because I truly believe each person is worthy to feel valued, heard, and understood and to have a fulfilling life that is meaningful and purposeful.
I have experience with such issues as: ADHD, Autism, ODD, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Chronic Health/Pain Issues and Relationship Challenges.
I will help you get through your difficult life challenges so you can feel more confident, happy and whole. If you are struggling with your health, significant loss, or difficult circumstances within your family or work life, I can guide you, educate you, support you, connect you, and most importantly believe in you, so you can shift from hurt to hope, chaos to calm, and overwhelm to opportunity. I do this work because I truly believe each person is worthy to feel valued, heard, and understood and to have a fulfilling life that is meaningful and purposeful.
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Jennie Renee Collado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46236 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating and diagnosing mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, anger issues, ADHD and ODD, adolescent issues, trauma and PTSD and family conflict.
If you are struggling with depression and anxiety or any other mental health disorder and it is affecting your family, work and relationships, Healing Paths Family Counseling is the place for you.
I specialize in treating and diagnosing mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, anger issues, ADHD and ODD, adolescent issues, trauma and PTSD and family conflict.
If you are struggling with depression and anxiety or any other mental health disorder and it is affecting your family, work and relationships, Healing Paths Family Counseling is the place for you.
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Jessica Hood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Difficulty managing your child's behaviors at home, school, or community? Is your child angry, irritable, or moody? Constant phone calls about their behavior? Don't know where to turn for help? If YES to any of these, we hope you will take a moment to consider working with us. We know the stress can leave you reeling and exhausted! Now, take a second to imagine being less worried and less stressed about your child...We would love to help make that vision a reality for you.
Difficulty managing your child's behaviors at home, school, or community? Is your child angry, irritable, or moody? Constant phone calls about their behavior? Don't know where to turn for help? If YES to any of these, we hope you will take a moment to consider working with us. We know the stress can leave you reeling and exhausted! Now, take a second to imagine being less worried and less stressed about your child...We would love to help make that vision a reality for you.
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Justin M O'Connor
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Taking that first step to begin therapy takes courage. Trying to find a new therapist is daunting. I have deep respect for the bravery clients must have to embark in therapy. Many of us have experienced trauma, battled addiction, or been depressed. I feel fortunate to be allowed into the most vulnerable parts of my clients’ lives and I take that responsibility seriously. I will show compassion, acceptance, and authenticity during every interaction. I was a client/patient long before I was a therapist, so I come to therapy understanding the fear and anxiety that arises with allowing yourself to open up to someone else.
Taking that first step to begin therapy takes courage. Trying to find a new therapist is daunting. I have deep respect for the bravery clients must have to embark in therapy. Many of us have experienced trauma, battled addiction, or been depressed. I feel fortunate to be allowed into the most vulnerable parts of my clients’ lives and I take that responsibility seriously. I will show compassion, acceptance, and authenticity during every interaction. I was a client/patient long before I was a therapist, so I come to therapy understanding the fear and anxiety that arises with allowing yourself to open up to someone else.
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Michael John Maksimovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46220
My mental health knowledge base is derived from crisis care in the busiest emergency department in Indiana, residential treatment facilities, partial hospitalization programs, inpatient psychiatric hospitalization programs and traditional outpatient therapy settings. I now work independently and am happy to share office space at New Perspectives of Indiana. I focus on working with both adolescent and adult patients who are living and struggling with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and interpersonal related issues.
My mental health knowledge base is derived from crisis care in the busiest emergency department in Indiana, residential treatment facilities, partial hospitalization programs, inpatient psychiatric hospitalization programs and traditional outpatient therapy settings. I now work independently and am happy to share office space at New Perspectives of Indiana. I focus on working with both adolescent and adult patients who are living and struggling with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and interpersonal related issues.
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Alexa Colletta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Sometimes in life, situations beyond our control throw us off the path we expected to follow and we don't know where to turn next. It is often at these crossroads where we find the most meaning. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults who find themselves at this unique place. I am here for clients who have had negative experiences in life and are just not sure if they are ready to trust again. I am passionate about helping those with traumatic experiences, family conflict, identity struggles, rejection, or low self-esteem. Together we will explore your story and tap into your inner power and resilience.
Sometimes in life, situations beyond our control throw us off the path we expected to follow and we don't know where to turn next. It is often at these crossroads where we find the most meaning. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults who find themselves at this unique place. I am here for clients who have had negative experiences in life and are just not sure if they are ready to trust again. I am passionate about helping those with traumatic experiences, family conflict, identity struggles, rejection, or low self-esteem. Together we will explore your story and tap into your inner power and resilience.
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KAP Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46220
"Because you are alive, everything is possible"- Thich Nhat Han. I believe that we all have the ability to change and the potential to be our best selves. As a therapist, I actively encourage, support and challenge you to define what you want in life. I feel that my role in counseling is to help empower you to create balance in your life and feel at peace and content. Using a variety of therapeutic techniques, I can help you challenge your thinking, let go of anxiety and fears, and find comfort and support.
"Because you are alive, everything is possible"- Thich Nhat Han. I believe that we all have the ability to change and the potential to be our best selves. As a therapist, I actively encourage, support and challenge you to define what you want in life. I feel that my role in counseling is to help empower you to create balance in your life and feel at peace and content. Using a variety of therapeutic techniques, I can help you challenge your thinking, let go of anxiety and fears, and find comfort and support.
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Carter Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46219
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I enjoy working with children, teenagers and adults. I provide a welcoming environment to address a variety of issues that impact multiple communities.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I enjoy working with children, teenagers and adults. I provide a welcoming environment to address a variety of issues that impact multiple communities.
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Priscilla Johnson has been a Psychotherapist with Innovative Interventions (private practice) since 2013, working with children and adults providing home-based psychotherapy, family therapy and couples therapy. Prior to starting with Innovative Interventions, she worked in various therapeutic and supervisory roles with community mental health centers, a college counseling center, and a non-profit organization. She is passionate about providing high quality mental health treatment to individuals and families in the Indianapolis area.
Priscilla Johnson has been a Psychotherapist with Innovative Interventions (private practice) since 2013, working with children and adults providing home-based psychotherapy, family therapy and couples therapy. Prior to starting with Innovative Interventions, she worked in various therapeutic and supervisory roles with community mental health centers, a college counseling center, and a non-profit organization. She is passionate about providing high quality mental health treatment to individuals and families in the Indianapolis area.
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I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
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Are you struggling with depressive and anxious thought processes that are depriving you from the life you want to live? Do you feel that life experiences have contributed to loss of self or perhaps struggle with identifying and expressing needs and wants? Would you want to find the root cause of internal disbalance that is producing a wide range of symptoms and heal them? Then wait no longer to embark on your journey of healing and restoration through the corrective emotional experience in a therapeutic setting! Give me a call or email me to schedule your first session!
Are you struggling with depressive and anxious thought processes that are depriving you from the life you want to live? Do you feel that life experiences have contributed to loss of self or perhaps struggle with identifying and expressing needs and wants? Would you want to find the root cause of internal disbalance that is producing a wide range of symptoms and heal them? Then wait no longer to embark on your journey of healing and restoration through the corrective emotional experience in a therapeutic setting! Give me a call or email me to schedule your first session!
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I enjoy working with children, teens, and families who are motivated to make changes to improve their lives. We could all use more joy in our lives, and I am passionate about setting people up for success. For parents, I pride myself on being able to empower them with the skills to parent children who present unique challenges. For children and teens, I provide a safe place where they can share their experiences and increase their skill sets.
I enjoy working with children, teens, and families who are motivated to make changes to improve their lives. We could all use more joy in our lives, and I am passionate about setting people up for success. For parents, I pride myself on being able to empower them with the skills to parent children who present unique challenges. For children and teens, I provide a safe place where they can share their experiences and increase their skill sets.
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I am passionate about working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disabilities and supporting their families as they navigate home, school, and community. I believe strongly that our goal should never be to "cure" the individual with autism or make them fit the world but rather to help them be their most successful self by providing education, support, and accommodations as necessary. I also believe that a one-size-fits-all approach does not work, and each individual and family should be provided with supports that are tailored to them and are evaluated regularly as they grow and develop.
I am passionate about working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disabilities and supporting their families as they navigate home, school, and community. I believe strongly that our goal should never be to "cure" the individual with autism or make them fit the world but rather to help them be their most successful self by providing education, support, and accommodations as necessary. I also believe that a one-size-fits-all approach does not work, and each individual and family should be provided with supports that are tailored to them and are evaluated regularly as they grow and develop.
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Brittany Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC, CSAYC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46220 (Online Only)
My name is Brittany and I have been a therapist for 10 years. I feel fulfilled from helping people that have experienced some life changing event that we can navigate together. I enjoy working with clients that have the motivation to make change, even when it is hard. If you feel stuck in your life and want to find a deeper meaning, let's set up a session to talk more in depth. If you are struggling and are looking for support, let's find a way to get you through this.
My name is Brittany and I have been a therapist for 10 years. I feel fulfilled from helping people that have experienced some life changing event that we can navigate together. I enjoy working with clients that have the motivation to make change, even when it is hard. If you feel stuck in your life and want to find a deeper meaning, let's set up a session to talk more in depth. If you are struggling and are looking for support, let's find a way to get you through this.
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I provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment for children, young adults, and families wanting to make positive change in their lives. I am goal-oriented and solution-focused, supporting my clients in exploring the root of their concerns as well as building solutions and resilience to overcome whatever may be the barriers in their lives. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and disruptive behaviors in the home, work, and school setting.
I provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment for children, young adults, and families wanting to make positive change in their lives. I am goal-oriented and solution-focused, supporting my clients in exploring the root of their concerns as well as building solutions and resilience to overcome whatever may be the barriers in their lives. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and disruptive behaviors in the home, work, and school setting.
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I enjoy working with clients to help them improve their relationship issues, feeling disconnected, family dynamic issues, changing behaviors, loneliness, hopelessness, emotional pain and traumas. I use a holistic approach looking at the whole person: mind, body and soul. I feel it is an honor to be involved in helping clients improve their spiritual, emotional and mental wellbeing.
I enjoy working with clients to help them improve their relationship issues, feeling disconnected, family dynamic issues, changing behaviors, loneliness, hopelessness, emotional pain and traumas. I use a holistic approach looking at the whole person: mind, body and soul. I feel it is an honor to be involved in helping clients improve their spiritual, emotional and mental wellbeing.
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I work with a wide age range of clients, including children, adolescents, and adults who are seeking therapy services through the creative process of Art Therapy, as well as traditional psychotherapy. I'm currently under the supervision of Melissa McFall, LMHC, ATR-BC as I work toward obtaining full licensure in mental health counseling, as well as board certification as an art therapist.
I work with a wide age range of clients, including children, adolescents, and adults who are seeking therapy services through the creative process of Art Therapy, as well as traditional psychotherapy. I'm currently under the supervision of Melissa McFall, LMHC, ATR-BC as I work toward obtaining full licensure in mental health counseling, as well as board certification as an art therapist.
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Are tantrums, limited communication, impulsive/aggressive behaviors, or emotional outbursts a part of your daily life? Are you struggling to understand the "why" behind your child's behavior? Is your child anxious, reactive, or quick to become defensive? If you're looking for support on how to improve your child's communication skills, promote their independence, and reduce challenging behaviors, I'm here to help! I am a BCBA and a certified provider of the "Safe & Sound Protocol" and the "Focus System". SSP helps regulate a stressed nervous system, while the Focus System improves brain function through brain/body integration.
Are tantrums, limited communication, impulsive/aggressive behaviors, or emotional outbursts a part of your daily life? Are you struggling to understand the "why" behind your child's behavior? Is your child anxious, reactive, or quick to become defensive? If you're looking for support on how to improve your child's communication skills, promote their independence, and reduce challenging behaviors, I'm here to help! I am a BCBA and a certified provider of the "Safe & Sound Protocol" and the "Focus System". SSP helps regulate a stressed nervous system, while the Focus System improves brain function through brain/body integration.
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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.