Begin Your Path to Healing with Meadow Hill.
At Meadow Hill Behavioral Health, we specialize in supporting children and adolescents who face behavioral and emotional challenges—including Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). We understand that defiance, anger, and ongoing conflict can deeply affect not only the child but the entire family dynamic. Our compassionate, evidence-based approach empowers families to navigate these struggles with confidence and support.
ODD is a behavioral disorder typically diagnosed in childhood or adolescence. It is characterized by a consistent pattern of angry, irritable moods, argumentative or defiant behavior, and vindictiveness toward authority figures. While all children may occasionally be oppositional, those with ODD show these behaviors more frequently and intensely, often disrupting home, school, and social life.
Frequent temper tantrums or outbursts
Persistent arguing with adults or authority figures
Refusal to follow rules
Blaming others for mistakes or misbehavior
Easily annoyed or deliberately annoying others
Spiteful or vindictive actions
Difficulty in peer relationships
Strained parent-child interactions
These behaviors are not simply “bad” behavior—they often indicate underlying emotional struggles that need professional attention and guidance.
While there’s no single cause for ODD, several contributing factors may include:
Genetics and family history of behavioral or mental health disorders
Environmental stress (conflict at home, trauma, or inconsistent discipline)
Neurological differences, such as challenges with impulse control
Co-occurring conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, or mood disorders
Understanding the root of a child’s behavior is key to effective treatment and healing.
We provide a structured, therapeutic environment designed to meet the emotional and behavioral needs of youth with ODD. Our holistic treatment model focuses on building emotional regulation, fostering empathy, and teaching positive behavior strategies through individualized care.
Each child undergoes an in-depth assessment to understand their specific behaviors, emotional triggers, and family dynamics. This allows us to build a personalized treatment plan that addresses their unique needs.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps youth identify and change negative thought patterns that contribute to defiant behavior.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships.
Peer Group Therapy: Builds social skills and teaches constructive communication and conflict resolution.
Family participation is vital to long-term success. We offer:
Family Therapy Sessions to improve communication and create consistent expectations.
Parent Training to help caregivers learn effective behavior management techniques and reduce power struggles.
We use structured routines, consistent rules, and reward systems to encourage cooperation, accountability, and respectful behavior.
We provide education support and life skills coaching to help youth succeed in school and interact positively with peers.
ODD can place incredible stress on a family, but with the right support and understanding, healing is possible. At Meadow Hill Behavioral Health, we help children rediscover their strengths, rebuild trust with caregivers, and develop the skills needed for emotional and behavioral success.
