Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Torrance, CA
Bree Jenkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90502
I also have extensive experience working with adolescents with mood disorders, behavioral problems, ADHD, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder.
"We need never be hopeless because we can never be irreparably broken." I want to help you fulfill your hopes to improve your life, relationships, and self. Call me for a free phone consultation and let's connect to get you the most out of therapy. I partner with clients in a non-judgmental and authentic setting to facilitate the changes you desire for your life and relationships. I specialize in helping women and men struggling with low self-esteem, boundary setting, disordered eating, weight, and body issues, poor anger control, commitment, trust and intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I also have extensive experience working with adolescents with mood disorders, behavioral problems, ADHD, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder.
"We need never be hopeless because we can never be irreparably broken." I want to help you fulfill your hopes to improve your life, relationships, and self. Call me for a free phone consultation and let's connect to get you the most out of therapy. I partner with clients in a non-judgmental and authentic setting to facilitate the changes you desire for your life and relationships. I specialize in helping women and men struggling with low self-esteem, boundary setting, disordered eating, weight, and body issues, poor anger control, commitment, trust and intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Sharon Carrigg Bailey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT, LEP
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90503
With 32 years of working with individuals and families, I specialize in helping people make changes/progress with depression, anxiety, marital discord, parenting, and other life challenges. As a therapist, I take a nonjudgemental approach in helping people take control of their lives. Some things to ask yourself: Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, or another life challenge? Does your child/adolescent need assistance in expressing feelings? Does your child/adolescent push the limits? Have you and your spouse grown apart? Becoming stronger as an individual/family and strengthening boundaries and roles are my number one goals.
With 32 years of working with individuals and families, I specialize in helping people make changes/progress with depression, anxiety, marital discord, parenting, and other life challenges. As a therapist, I take a nonjudgemental approach in helping people take control of their lives. Some things to ask yourself: Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, or another life challenge? Does your child/adolescent need assistance in expressing feelings? Does your child/adolescent push the limits? Have you and your spouse grown apart? Becoming stronger as an individual/family and strengthening boundaries and roles are my number one goals.
Stefanie Rushatakankovit
Licensed Educational Psychologist, LEP, NCSP, BCBA, CCATP
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90503
If your child or teen (ages 2-17) is having trouble at school or home with their behavior, peer interactions, big emotions, or learning, I'm here to help them build the skills they need for emotional growth, independence, and healthy relationships. If you have tried strategies, read books, or watched videos, and are STILL feeling frustrated or helpless, I will work with you to help discover why your child is struggling, collaborate on a plan, and guide and support you to make positive, concrete changes.
If your child or teen (ages 2-17) is having trouble at school or home with their behavior, peer interactions, big emotions, or learning, I'm here to help them build the skills they need for emotional growth, independence, and healthy relationships. If you have tried strategies, read books, or watched videos, and are STILL feeling frustrated or helpless, I will work with you to help discover why your child is struggling, collaborate on a plan, and guide and support you to make positive, concrete changes.
Crossroads Institute
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
We are an organization of mental health professionals with a common goal of providing excellent and expert services in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego counties. We are committed to providing the highest level of professional expertise and human compassion for issues and concerns that arise in the course of our lives. Crossroads Institute offers psychotherapy services for all ages, psychiatry, clinical, educational, and neuropsychological assessment, and brain training services, including qEEG based Neurofeedback and Biofeedback services.
We are an organization of mental health professionals with a common goal of providing excellent and expert services in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego counties. We are committed to providing the highest level of professional expertise and human compassion for issues and concerns that arise in the course of our lives. Crossroads Institute offers psychotherapy services for all ages, psychiatry, clinical, educational, and neuropsychological assessment, and brain training services, including qEEG based Neurofeedback and Biofeedback services.
Jessica Choi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505
Have you been feeling stuck and unable to reach your personal and professional goals? Want to experience freedom from excess anxiety, depression, conflicts and other problems to experience a more fulfilling, meaningful and engaging life? I want to help you take the essential steps to identify your life goals, work through difficult life challenges, and learn new skills to transform yourself. Together we can start on your journey to identify and deal with current struggles and find new ways to cope with life difficulties.
Have you been feeling stuck and unable to reach your personal and professional goals? Want to experience freedom from excess anxiety, depression, conflicts and other problems to experience a more fulfilling, meaningful and engaging life? I want to help you take the essential steps to identify your life goals, work through difficult life challenges, and learn new skills to transform yourself. Together we can start on your journey to identify and deal with current struggles and find new ways to cope with life difficulties.
Lani Espinas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90503 (Online Only)
I was trained in rendering brief and short term therapy since we all want quick results. How do I do that? I am interactive with my clients and not just provide “talk therapy”, but rather, we will co-create a plan together to help you achieve positive results. I hold my clients accountable and will assign homework. I will give you my input, impressions, and at times, challenge you when those defenses are up. In life, when we’re faced with challenges, it only promotes growth and strength. At the same time, we will give you the positive regard, reflective listening, and be your cheerleader. We will empower you, not enable you.
I was trained in rendering brief and short term therapy since we all want quick results. How do I do that? I am interactive with my clients and not just provide “talk therapy”, but rather, we will co-create a plan together to help you achieve positive results. I hold my clients accountable and will assign homework. I will give you my input, impressions, and at times, challenge you when those defenses are up. In life, when we’re faced with challenges, it only promotes growth and strength. At the same time, we will give you the positive regard, reflective listening, and be your cheerleader. We will empower you, not enable you.
Pacific Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Currently accepting new clients for appointments next week! Pacific Pain & Wellness Group treats mental health and pain conditions using a variety of effective treatments including medications, psychotherapy, telemedicine, ketamine infusions, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our mission is to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you on a path towards better living and emotional relief. Through diagnostic evaluations, we construct a treatment plan aligned with meeting your current goals towards resiliency and healing.
Currently accepting new clients for appointments next week! Pacific Pain & Wellness Group treats mental health and pain conditions using a variety of effective treatments including medications, psychotherapy, telemedicine, ketamine infusions, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our mission is to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you on a path towards better living and emotional relief. Through diagnostic evaluations, we construct a treatment plan aligned with meeting your current goals towards resiliency and healing.
Shannon L Poach
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
For many, coming to therapy can seem like a leap of faith. Psychotherapy asks you to trust a process, and someone, new and unknown to you and to set aside time for yourself in your busy life. I hope you will find our website helpful and informative as you consider beginning the process. Diagnostic specialization can be previewed at our website: www.PoachConsulting.com
For many, coming to therapy can seem like a leap of faith. Psychotherapy asks you to trust a process, and someone, new and unknown to you and to set aside time for yourself in your busy life. I hope you will find our website helpful and informative as you consider beginning the process. Diagnostic specialization can be previewed at our website: www.PoachConsulting.com
Francyne Foxman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
I received my B.A. in Psychology from U.C., Berkeley & my M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. I hold a Certification in Dual Diagnosis from U.C., Los Angeles & am skilled in counseling clients dealing with addictions as well as emotional challenges (i.e. depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, grief & loss). I am proficient in treating persons & families dealing with divorce, separation, custody and court issues. I have provided supervision to Marriage & Family Therapy Trainees and Interns. In-home psychotherapy available, upon request. A Good Faith Estimate (GFE) provided upon request.
I received my B.A. in Psychology from U.C., Berkeley & my M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. I hold a Certification in Dual Diagnosis from U.C., Los Angeles & am skilled in counseling clients dealing with addictions as well as emotional challenges (i.e. depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, grief & loss). I am proficient in treating persons & families dealing with divorce, separation, custody and court issues. I have provided supervision to Marriage & Family Therapy Trainees and Interns. In-home psychotherapy available, upon request. A Good Faith Estimate (GFE) provided upon request.
Family Counseling, Neurofeedback & Holistic Ctr
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90504
I bring simple communication skills to the table for couples or families stuck in angry stances. I help each person feel heard, listened to and understood, helping them learn how to come alongside each other with empathy and insight instead of competing and blaming. Taking responsibility and learning when they are projecting their own feelings onto others instead of owning their own emotions. I also work with individual adults and children to help them deal with the trauma and drama of their past before they can effectively maintain healthy relationships in the present.
I bring simple communication skills to the table for couples or families stuck in angry stances. I help each person feel heard, listened to and understood, helping them learn how to come alongside each other with empathy and insight instead of competing and blaming. Taking responsibility and learning when they are projecting their own feelings onto others instead of owning their own emotions. I also work with individual adults and children to help them deal with the trauma and drama of their past before they can effectively maintain healthy relationships in the present.
Hugo Pastore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Issues may be present for you that you not sure how to address, and you may be hesitant to seek help. I am a former professor of psychology for the University of Phoenix. As a therapist, a teacher and also as having had my own therapy for a number of years,
I have learned that taking the first step and admitting a problem is always the hardest step to take. Do not hesitate and do not let fear keep you from taking that crucial first step; call or write me or another therapist of your choosing and do obtain the help that you may need.
Issues may be present for you that you not sure how to address, and you may be hesitant to seek help. I am a former professor of psychology for the University of Phoenix. As a therapist, a teacher and also as having had my own therapy for a number of years,
I have learned that taking the first step and admitting a problem is always the hardest step to take. Do not hesitate and do not let fear keep you from taking that crucial first step; call or write me or another therapist of your choosing and do obtain the help that you may need.
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Nicole Woolf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.
Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.
Daishea Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Nancy Muirhead
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
There is nothing more important to a parent than seeing their child succeed at school, make and keep friends, be happy, and achieve to their own capabilities. Our team at Attention, Learning, and Developmental Services have these simple goals: understand your child's unique profile within the context of their family and community, highlight their talents and strengths, identify any specific barriers to their success, and develop an effective intervention plan to support your child's current and future progress.
There is nothing more important to a parent than seeing their child succeed at school, make and keep friends, be happy, and achieve to their own capabilities. Our team at Attention, Learning, and Developmental Services have these simple goals: understand your child's unique profile within the context of their family and community, highlight their talents and strengths, identify any specific barriers to their success, and develop an effective intervention plan to support your child's current and future progress.
Dr. Carol Francis & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, CHT, MFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90503
Stressed, unhappy, unfocused, unmotivated? A distant, angry relationship that was loving, romantic, or safe? Wish to improve your ability to focus, relax, not worry? Considering changes in your career, relationship? Confused by your marriage, by being new parents or by your child or teenager? Want to stop smoking with hypnosis? Wish you could like yourself, feel attractive, smart, energetic & successful? Feel stuck, blocked, uncertain, discouraged? Afraid of public speaking or socializing at work? Suffer awful abuse? Have you and your partner been fighting? Need to learn to solve problems in your team?
Stressed, unhappy, unfocused, unmotivated? A distant, angry relationship that was loving, romantic, or safe? Wish to improve your ability to focus, relax, not worry? Considering changes in your career, relationship? Confused by your marriage, by being new parents or by your child or teenager? Want to stop smoking with hypnosis? Wish you could like yourself, feel attractive, smart, energetic & successful? Feel stuck, blocked, uncertain, discouraged? Afraid of public speaking or socializing at work? Suffer awful abuse? Have you and your partner been fighting? Need to learn to solve problems in your team?
Eric Haynes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Dr. Eric Haynes is a psychologist at Haynes Psychological Services, a private practice conveniently located in the heart of the South Bay-Los Angeles area. Dr. Haynes has studied clinical psychology for over a decade and has practiced in the greater Los Angeles area for 8 years in a variety of clinical roles. Dr. Haynes has treated young children (7+ years old) to older adults (80+ years old) in individual, couples, and family therapy. Dr. Haynes specializes in treating adolescents and young adults.
Dr. Eric Haynes is a psychologist at Haynes Psychological Services, a private practice conveniently located in the heart of the South Bay-Los Angeles area. Dr. Haynes has studied clinical psychology for over a decade and has practiced in the greater Los Angeles area for 8 years in a variety of clinical roles. Dr. Haynes has treated young children (7+ years old) to older adults (80+ years old) in individual, couples, and family therapy. Dr. Haynes specializes in treating adolescents and young adults.
Francis Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90503
I have provided therapy to children, adolescents, individuals and families for the last 7 years and in the last 4 years I have primarily focused on working with children, adolescents and families. In the years since I have been practicing I have been able to work with clients who have presented with various diagnosis and issues some of which include Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Emotion-Regulation, Social Skills difficulties, Peer and Self-Esteem Issues. I work collaboratively with individuals to ensure that treatment is tailored to address the specific needs of every individual client I see.
I have provided therapy to children, adolescents, individuals and families for the last 7 years and in the last 4 years I have primarily focused on working with children, adolescents and families. In the years since I have been practicing I have been able to work with clients who have presented with various diagnosis and issues some of which include Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Emotion-Regulation, Social Skills difficulties, Peer and Self-Esteem Issues. I work collaboratively with individuals to ensure that treatment is tailored to address the specific needs of every individual client I see.
Nicole Logan
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
I utilize a client centered approach in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. In a safe, supportive, and non judgemental space we can explore the negative patterns in your life, work through any barriers, and move towards healing, growth, and change.
I utilize a client centered approach in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. In a safe, supportive, and non judgemental space we can explore the negative patterns in your life, work through any barriers, and move towards healing, growth, and change.
Dr. Stanley W Tam
Psychologist, PsyD, MFA, LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90501 (Online Only)
There's really something to be said about the challenges of exploring, understanding and harnessing our very active internal lives in the attempt to make sense of it all, to feel safe in our day to day. I'm endeared to the process and feel that in order to heal we have to work with others, be it community, loved ones, or Psychologist, to gather the best parts of ourselves and turn the incredibly complicated, painful and fragile into things elegant, agile, and straight-forward. The therapeutic process as a living and breathing construction. To build and strengthen the scaffolding in order to find authenticity, uniqueness and courage
There's really something to be said about the challenges of exploring, understanding and harnessing our very active internal lives in the attempt to make sense of it all, to feel safe in our day to day. I'm endeared to the process and feel that in order to heal we have to work with others, be it community, loved ones, or Psychologist, to gather the best parts of ourselves and turn the incredibly complicated, painful and fragile into things elegant, agile, and straight-forward. The therapeutic process as a living and breathing construction. To build and strengthen the scaffolding in order to find authenticity, uniqueness and courage
Carol Ann Francis
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, MFTT, CHT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90503
Relief from anxiety, depression, fears or angers gives you room to live your life fully. Self-improvement (your mind, body, self-esteem, capacity for satisfying/exciting relationships and powerful career advances) can move you leaps and bounds toward a richer, lively life. Eliminating habits (smoking, over-eating, lack of exercise, substances, etc) frees you to be you. Creating new paths after divorce, death, traumatic disruptions, leads toward a self-directed future. Through many different therapeutic approaches--well researched and tested-- you can attain your goals & dreams for your fuller, peaceful life. www.drcarolfrancis.com or call 310-543-1824.
Relief from anxiety, depression, fears or angers gives you room to live your life fully. Self-improvement (your mind, body, self-esteem, capacity for satisfying/exciting relationships and powerful career advances) can move you leaps and bounds toward a richer, lively life. Eliminating habits (smoking, over-eating, lack of exercise, substances, etc) frees you to be you. Creating new paths after divorce, death, traumatic disruptions, leads toward a self-directed future. Through many different therapeutic approaches--well researched and tested-- you can attain your goals & dreams for your fuller, peaceful life. www.drcarolfrancis.com or call 310-543-1824.
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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.