Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD) Treatment

At Beachside Teen Treatment Center, we specialize in treating adolescents who are struggling with behavioral and emotional challenges, including ODD. Our serene, oceanfront facility in Los Angeles provides a safe, structured, and nurturing space for teens to step away from their daily stressors and begin the deep work of healing. We understand that no two teens are the same. That’s why each treatment plan is personalized, drawing from a comprehensive understanding of your teen’s developmental history, family dynamics, academic needs, mental health background, and unique strengths.

Our programs are rooted in trauma-informed care and delivered by a multidisciplinary team of licensed professionals who are experts in adolescent behavioral health. Our goal is not just to manage symptoms, but to help teens build lasting emotional resilience, healthier coping mechanisms, and stronger relationships with those around them.

Residential Treatment

Our residential treatment program offers the highest level of care for teens who need daily support in a highly structured and therapeutic environment. Teens live on-site and receive daily individual therapy, group counseling, family sessions, psychiatric care, and a variety of experiential therapies. For teens with severe ODD symptoms—such as chronic defiance, aggressive outbursts, or risk of school expulsion—residential treatment provides a stable setting where trust can be rebuilt, new skills can be practiced daily, and real change can begin to take root. This immersive program removes external distractions and allows for consistent therapeutic engagement.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

The Partial Hospitalization Program is a step down from residential care, offering intensive treatment throughout the day while allowing teens to return home in the evenings. This option is ideal for adolescents who still need a high level of clinical support but have made enough progress to safely benefit from returning to their home environment at night. Teens in PHP participate in structured therapeutic activities for six to eight hours a day, including individual therapy, DBT skills groups, academic support, family counseling, and recreational therapies. For many families, PHP is a critical bridge between full-time care and independent functioning.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

Our IOP program is designed for teens who are transitioning out of higher levels of care or whose symptoms are moderate and manageable within a part-time schedule. Teens attend structured therapy sessions several days a week—usually in the late afternoon—to accommodate school and family routines. While in IOP, teens continue to build on the emotional regulation and communication skills they’ve learned in higher levels of care, with ongoing access to therapy, psychiatric support, and social skills groups. This flexible yet structured environment helps ensure that progress continues, even as teens resume everyday responsibilities and challenges.

Therapeutic Education Program

Many teens with ODD also struggle in academic settings due to defiant behavior, poor impulse control, and negative interactions with authority figures. Our Therapeutic Education Program integrates academic instruction with therapeutic support to help teens stay on track academically while addressing the underlying emotional and behavioral challenges affecting their learning. Licensed teachers and educational specialists work closely with our clinical team to ensure each teen’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan is honored. We provide small class sizes, individualized attention, and a supportive environment where students can re-engage with learning, rebuild confidence, and develop the skills they need for long-term success in school and beyond.

Aftercare

Recovery from ODD doesn’t end when formal treatment concludes. In fact, the transition back to daily life is one of the most critical periods in a teen’s healing journey. Our aftercare planning process begins early during treatment and continues well after discharge. Each teen receives a personalized aftercare plan that may include ongoing outpatient therapy, family counseling, school support, mentorship programs, or sober/social support groups if applicable. We also provide parents with tools and strategies to manage ongoing challenges at home. Our goal is to ensure each teen has the structure, accountability, and encouragement they need to maintain progress and avoid regression once they return to their everyday environment.