ODD Treatment

Personalized ODD Disorder Treatment for Children

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a mental condition in which children constantly show disobedience, opposition, argumentativeness, and hostile behavior. Most of the time, children show these behavior patterns when they are upset, stressed, fearful, in danger, hungry, or tired.

Capital Psychiatry Group focuses on creating personalized treatment to help your child manage ODD symptoms. Our approach is patient-centered, meaning that your child’s unique needs will be prioritized, and the care plan will reflect their long-term care requirements.

Turn ODD Challenges Into Moments to Understand Your Children

Approximately 1-16% of school-age children, teens, & adolescents experience ODD. They defy, disobey, or argue with parents, caregivers, and teachers, which ultimately affects their ability to learn, behave, & progress.

Early intervention is important to evaluate symptoms & develop coping strategies to improve emotional stability and behavior. The child psychiatrist, psychologist, and CPG provide care that includes therapy, counseling, and medication when needed. In person or via telehealth, we are here to help.

Types of ODD Disorder

ODD is categorized into three types, which are based on the severity of the symptoms.

Mild ODD

Symptoms are present in only one setting, like home or school.

Moderate ODD

Symptoms that are present across at least two settings (e.g., home and school).

Severe ODD

Symptoms significantly affecting daily life appear in three or more settings.

Symptoms of ODD

Some oppositional behavior during early childhood, teenage, and adolescence is normal unless it is frequent and affects daily life. These are the common ODD symptoms a child might experience for more than 6 months.

Frequent and intense tantrums
Excessive arguing (especially with parents and teachers)
Refusal to follow rules
Deliberately annoy others
Uncontrollable rages
Blaming others for mistakes & misbehaviors
Easily frustrated or irritable
Spiteful or vengeful behavior

How We Diagnose ODD in Children (Not Just Behavior)

Our mental health professional uses assessments and evidence-based screening tools, all under clinical judgment and supervision, to evaluate and diagnose ODD.

We interview parents and teachers about child’s symptom patterns
We review your child’s personal and family history
Our providers run thorough assessments and tests to evaluate symptoms
We study how symptoms affect and how children interact in daily life
Our professionals screen for coexisting conditions like ADHD or anxiety
To conform to ODD, we follow DSM-5 diagnostic criteria
If ODD is diagnosed, we create a personalized treatment plan

For diagnosis, symptoms must be present for more than six months and remain the same with at least one person other than a sibling.

Therapies and Counseling
We Offer For ODD

The licensed psychologists at CPG offer a wide range of therapies and counseling services. Our therapy services include, but are not limited to:

Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Parent-Centered Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Family Therapy / Marriage Therapy

Supportive Psychotherapy

Cognitive Therapy

Motivational Interviewing

Why Choose Us for ODD Treatment

Capital Psychiatry Group delivers care through top psychologists and psychiatrists who focus on patient-centered care to help children manage behavior and regulate emotions effectively. Here’s why parents trust Capital Psychiatry Group:

All Insurances accepted
No wait time in appointments
Appointments within 24 hours
Weekend & walk-in appointments
HIPAA-compliant telepsychiatry
Mental health screening
Outpatient in-clinic care
Therapies & counseling services
Safe medication management
Evidence-based treatment plans
Personalized care for every patient
Ongoing monitoring and follow-ups

Understand & Manage Your Child's
Behavior with CPG

Your child’s behavior is not just tantrums or defiance; it’s their way to express. At Capital Psychiatry Group, our professionals listen to both parents & caregivers and understand the reasons behind the child’s actions. After understanding, we deliver personalized treatment plans that include therapy, counseling, and medication. In person or online, we are here to help.

States We Proudly Serve for ODD Treatment

Capital Psychiatry Group offers both in-clinic and online appointments in New Jersey and Pennsylvania and is expanding to other states. No matter where you are in these states, we are here to help you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What insurance does Capital Psychiatry Group accept for ODD?

Capital Psychiatry Group accepts all medical insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid.

What are the common symptoms of ODD?

Some of the common ODD symptoms in children include frequent tantrums, disobedience, arguing with authority figures, refusal to follow rules, and more. They may also be easily angered or annoyed.

How does CPG treat ODD?

Our providers create a personalized treatment plan that includes therapies, counseling, and medication, with structured follow-ups to monitor symptoms & improvements.

How does ODD affect a child’s school performance?

Yes, children with ODD may refuse to follow rules and argue with teachers, which can impact a child's learning capabilities and overall educational performance.