Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychologists and Therapists in Claremont, WA

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Matt Sumner
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
1 Endorsed
Claremont, WA 6010
Matt is a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years’ experience assisting individuals & families to reach their personal goals and potential. He is genuine and straightforward in his approach as he supports his clients through difficult periods and onto meaningful personal change. Matt is person-centred and flexible and aims to maintain trust and comfort with his clients. He believes that assisting people to gain insight into their unique personal history allows them greater understanding and resolution of their current difficulties. Matt has a genuine interest in journeying with people to find their strengths & overcome their challenges.
Matt is a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years’ experience assisting individuals & families to reach their personal goals and potential. He is genuine and straightforward in his approach as he supports his clients through difficult periods and onto meaningful personal change. Matt is person-centred and flexible and aims to maintain trust and comfort with his clients. He believes that assisting people to gain insight into their unique personal history allows them greater understanding and resolution of their current difficulties. Matt has a genuine interest in journeying with people to find their strengths & overcome their challenges.
(08) 9468 6002 View (08) 9468 6002
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Hannah McBride
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons. Some people seek support for challenges like anxiety, stress, or trauma. Others might feel like something is off-balance or just plain stuck. Whether you’re carrying something heavy, seeking growth, or looking for relief, therapy is a safe place to start. I'm Hannah, a Registered Psychologist experienced in supporting adults, teens, and children. My style is warm, curious, and practical, creating a space where moments of heaviness, openness, and even humour are all welcome.
People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons. Some people seek support for challenges like anxiety, stress, or trauma. Others might feel like something is off-balance or just plain stuck. Whether you’re carrying something heavy, seeking growth, or looking for relief, therapy is a safe place to start. I'm Hannah, a Registered Psychologist experienced in supporting adults, teens, and children. My style is warm, curious, and practical, creating a space where moments of heaviness, openness, and even humour are all welcome.
(08) 6120 1272 View (08) 6120 1272
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Joanne Lee
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Joanne is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Joanne works with adults of all ages and has extensive experience the areas of anxiety, mood disorders (including depression), adjustment to life transitions, chronic illness, pain management, trauma and grief and loss. Joanne believes in creating a safe emotional space whilst working alongside her clients to help them achieve meaningful change in their everyday life.
Joanne is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Joanne works with adults of all ages and has extensive experience the areas of anxiety, mood disorders (including depression), adjustment to life transitions, chronic illness, pain management, trauma and grief and loss. Joanne believes in creating a safe emotional space whilst working alongside her clients to help them achieve meaningful change in their everyday life.
0420 476 871 View 0420 476 871
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Dr Sam Wai Hoong (华语广东英语)
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
I speak Mandarin , Cantonese and English fluently. Prior to becoming a clinical psychologist , I was working as a school psychologist/school teacher and an acupuncturist . I specialise in supporting individuals with behavioural and relationship issues and assist these individuals to reach their full potential. I am also interested in working with individuals suffering from chronic pain and complex trauma especially childhood unresolved issues . I can assist with Worker’s Compensation or MVA Compensation.
I speak Mandarin , Cantonese and English fluently. Prior to becoming a clinical psychologist , I was working as a school psychologist/school teacher and an acupuncturist . I specialise in supporting individuals with behavioural and relationship issues and assist these individuals to reach their full potential. I am also interested in working with individuals suffering from chronic pain and complex trauma especially childhood unresolved issues . I can assist with Worker’s Compensation or MVA Compensation.
(08) 7079 5680 View (08) 7079 5680
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Siew Lan Ho
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Navigating the seasons of life on your own can sometimes get tricky. As you do your best to make sense of it all that seems too much or out of control, having a listening ear as you work through it can be helpful. I believe the struggles with our inner world can get overwhelming at times, and it can be renegotiated to lead a meaningful life. A significant part of my work as a registered clinical psychologist is offering psychological exploration and support to patients in a mutual effort to understand themselves better and work through how they can relate more intimately to themselves and others.
Navigating the seasons of life on your own can sometimes get tricky. As you do your best to make sense of it all that seems too much or out of control, having a listening ear as you work through it can be helpful. I believe the struggles with our inner world can get overwhelming at times, and it can be renegotiated to lead a meaningful life. A significant part of my work as a registered clinical psychologist is offering psychological exploration and support to patients in a mutual effort to understand themselves better and work through how they can relate more intimately to themselves and others.
(08) 6490 9076 View (08) 6490 9076
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Maddie DeSilva
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Maddie’s approach is client-centred, warm, and grounded in evidence-based practice. She tailors therapy to each client’s goals, strengths, and needs, drawing on established psychological frameworks to support insight, self-compassion, and meaningful change. Maddie has experience working within multidisciplinary teams across inpatient and outpatient contexts, and collaborates closely with families, schools, and other health professionals where appropriate. She also has experience providing individual, group, and family therapy.
Maddie’s approach is client-centred, warm, and grounded in evidence-based practice. She tailors therapy to each client’s goals, strengths, and needs, drawing on established psychological frameworks to support insight, self-compassion, and meaningful change. Maddie has experience working within multidisciplinary teams across inpatient and outpatient contexts, and collaborates closely with families, schools, and other health professionals where appropriate. She also has experience providing individual, group, and family therapy.
(08) 6120 1202 View (08) 6120 1202
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Sarah Ramunno
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in working with adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, assertiveness, PTSD, perinatal mental health, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about delivering best practice care to my clients and provide evidence-based treatments for a range of difficulties. I enjoy working with clients in developing skills and strategies to begin to change problematic patterns.
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in working with adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, assertiveness, PTSD, perinatal mental health, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about delivering best practice care to my clients and provide evidence-based treatments for a range of difficulties. I enjoy working with clients in developing skills and strategies to begin to change problematic patterns.
(08) 6490 9815 View (08) 6490 9815
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Jacob Jones
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My name is Jacob, I am a registered psychologist with Sage Psychological Services. Sage is a local private practice, offering affordable and holistic mental health support to our clients. I have a considerable amount of experience working with trauma, anxiety, PTSD and stress within adult populations. I also have experience working with mood-related issues, other anxiety-related issues, personality issues and relationship issues. I use an empathic and holistic approach to each client to assist in not only resolving symptoms experienced but attaining growth towards personal goals and values.
My name is Jacob, I am a registered psychologist with Sage Psychological Services. Sage is a local private practice, offering affordable and holistic mental health support to our clients. I have a considerable amount of experience working with trauma, anxiety, PTSD and stress within adult populations. I also have experience working with mood-related issues, other anxiety-related issues, personality issues and relationship issues. I use an empathic and holistic approach to each client to assist in not only resolving symptoms experienced but attaining growth towards personal goals and values.
(08) 9468 7252 View (08) 9468 7252
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Philip Colin Roggio
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
You may be carrying the impact of trauma, relationship hurt or long-term emotional strain. Perhaps you’ve pushed through life’s challenges but now feel stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected. I often work with women recovering from trauma and DV, business owners and tradesmen under pressure, men in their 30s–50s navigating identity or relationship stress, and young men 14–25 struggling with emotions, direction or self-worth.
You may be carrying the impact of trauma, relationship hurt or long-term emotional strain. Perhaps you’ve pushed through life’s challenges but now feel stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected. I often work with women recovering from trauma and DV, business owners and tradesmen under pressure, men in their 30s–50s navigating identity or relationship stress, and young men 14–25 struggling with emotions, direction or self-worth.
(08) 6490 9205 View (08) 6490 9205
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Naomi Terpsis
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am passionate about helping you become psychologically flexible. No, I won't try to fix you, because you're not broken! I won't try to challenge your thoughts or feelings, because they are valid! I will help you understand what motivates you and I will teach you how to live a life that is meaningful - to you! My lived experience with ADHD gives me special insight into how and why you have been struggling to master your ADHD Superpowers! I respect your needs and tailor sessions to suit your time and finances - and I am committed to providing you with meaningful therapy on your very first session!
I am passionate about helping you become psychologically flexible. No, I won't try to fix you, because you're not broken! I won't try to challenge your thoughts or feelings, because they are valid! I will help you understand what motivates you and I will teach you how to live a life that is meaningful - to you! My lived experience with ADHD gives me special insight into how and why you have been struggling to master your ADHD Superpowers! I respect your needs and tailor sessions to suit your time and finances - and I am committed to providing you with meaningful therapy on your very first session!
(08) 6118 6433 View (08) 6118 6433
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Jean-Pierre Menage
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling distressed, anxious or traumatised by historical or recent experiences? I can help you alleviate these symptoms and reclaim your wellbeing. I have 4 decades of experience specialising in trauma, child and family therapy, family court dispute resolution and family court single expert witness report writing. I am qualified and experienced in Neurofeedback, Deep Brain Reorienting, EMDR, couples therapy and family therapy. I am a registered NDIS provider in therapeutic supports. I can treat eligible veterans via the Open Arms program.
Are you feeling distressed, anxious or traumatised by historical or recent experiences? I can help you alleviate these symptoms and reclaim your wellbeing. I have 4 decades of experience specialising in trauma, child and family therapy, family court dispute resolution and family court single expert witness report writing. I am qualified and experienced in Neurofeedback, Deep Brain Reorienting, EMDR, couples therapy and family therapy. I am a registered NDIS provider in therapeutic supports. I can treat eligible veterans via the Open Arms program.
(08) 6490 9884 View (08) 6490 9884
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Barbara Joyce Hewson-Bower
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Serves Area
My focus is to help you overcome life’s challenges and activate your strengths and personal resilience. Anxiety; stress; depression; narcissistic abuse; trauma; relationship difficulties; grief; and work stress are all areas of focus
My focus is to help you overcome life’s challenges and activate your strengths and personal resilience. Anxiety; stress; depression; narcissistic abuse; trauma; relationship difficulties; grief; and work stress are all areas of focus
(08) 6490 9627 View (08) 6490 9627
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Anunda Merz
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
This is a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges and their emotional impact. Together, in a compassionate and gentle way, we make sense of overwhelming feelings, find steadiness, and build more choice in how you respond. We explore what’s going on beneath the surface, with the aim of you feeling clearer, more empowered, and at greater peace. Developing a relaxed, respectful connection is central to my work. I go at your pace, so you can feel at ease and supported.
This is a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges and their emotional impact. Together, in a compassionate and gentle way, we make sense of overwhelming feelings, find steadiness, and build more choice in how you respond. We explore what’s going on beneath the surface, with the aim of you feeling clearer, more empowered, and at greater peace. Developing a relaxed, respectful connection is central to my work. I go at your pace, so you can feel at ease and supported.
(08) 6219 3504 View (08) 6219 3504
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Liana Quinn
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Taking the first step towards therapy takes courage. I'm glad you're here. I have completed a double degree in both Counselling and Applied Psychology. I work with individuals experiencing Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Eating Disorder, Stress and Trauma related challenges. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain, I offer a safe space to explore what you're going through and begin making meaningful changes.
Taking the first step towards therapy takes courage. I'm glad you're here. I have completed a double degree in both Counselling and Applied Psychology. I work with individuals experiencing Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Eating Disorder, Stress and Trauma related challenges. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain, I offer a safe space to explore what you're going through and begin making meaningful changes.
0411 230 333 View 0411 230 333
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Rosealeen Tamaki
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
If you are feeling depressed, and anxious, troubled in different ways, I am interested in getting to know you and the difficulties and issues that you experience at personal and/ or work and other relational levels. Through listening to you and talking together, it becomes possible to shed new light on old problems. This creates new ways of thinking. The ensuing growth development can enable you to consider yourself and others from new perspectives and allows space for different choices and the possibility to make different life decisions.
If you are feeling depressed, and anxious, troubled in different ways, I am interested in getting to know you and the difficulties and issues that you experience at personal and/ or work and other relational levels. Through listening to you and talking together, it becomes possible to shed new light on old problems. This creates new ways of thinking. The ensuing growth development can enable you to consider yourself and others from new perspectives and allows space for different choices and the possibility to make different life decisions.
(08) 6490 9881 View (08) 6490 9881
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Humaira Abdul-Jalil
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many of the people I support come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, stress, or relationship difficulties.
I’m a compassionate and skilled psychologist with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Master of Psychology (Professional) from Curtin University. My approach is client-centred, culturally sensitive, and tailored to your individual needs. I draw on a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy.
Many of the people I support come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, stress, or relationship difficulties.
I’m a compassionate and skilled psychologist with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Master of Psychology (Professional) from Curtin University. My approach is client-centred, culturally sensitive, and tailored to your individual needs. I draw on a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy.
(08) 6490 9685 View (08) 6490 9685

More Therapists Nearby

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Dr Renee Sichter
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Online Only
Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone....
My practice Living Free Psychology is about having the Freedom to <'"Choose Your own way"'< whatever that may be. I want to help you create a better future, one that you choose and can be proud of, and know with work that anything is possible. It's about hope, belief, support and connection. I am down to earth, real, and will always be honest, no BS.
Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone....
My practice Living Free Psychology is about having the Freedom to <'"Choose Your own way"'< whatever that may be. I want to help you create a better future, one that you choose and can be proud of, and know with work that anything is possible. It's about hope, belief, support and connection. I am down to earth, real, and will always be honest, no BS.
0468 887 908 View 0468 887 908
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Dr Leander Dellers
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with a range of concerns, with a particular focus on the treatment of OCD, eating and body image issues, and LGBTQ+ mental health.
Reaching out for help takes courage, and I aim to make that first step feel safe and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with compassion and curiosity to build insight and clarity about what’s holding you back.
I work with a range of concerns, with a particular focus on the treatment of OCD, eating and body image issues, and LGBTQ+ mental health.
Reaching out for help takes courage, and I aim to make that first step feel safe and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with compassion and curiosity to build insight and clarity about what’s holding you back.
0492 992 892 View 0492 992 892
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Henry James
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Applecross, WA 6153
Henry is adept at addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, ADHD, and trauma-related symptoms.
Henry has a holistic and particularly human focussed approach and takes pride in his ability to make and maintain a genuine human connection with his clients, which forms the foundation that Henry builds his therapeutic approach from. His warm, engaging and approachable personality, as well as his naturally curious outlook, is a strength that he draws on.
Henry is adept at addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, ADHD, and trauma-related symptoms.
Henry has a holistic and particularly human focussed approach and takes pride in his ability to make and maintain a genuine human connection with his clients, which forms the foundation that Henry builds his therapeutic approach from. His warm, engaging and approachable personality, as well as his naturally curious outlook, is a strength that he draws on.
(08) 6490 9611 View (08) 6490 9611
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Rosie Ryan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Joondalup, WA 6027
Hi, I'm Rosie, a Clinical Psychologist Registrar. I believe in understanding you as a whole person and I have a down-to-earth approach to therapy. I work with people experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, distressing intrusive thoughts, relationship challenges and life transitions. I'm particularly passionate about supporting people through the perinatal journey - from preconception decisions and fertility challenges, to processing difficult births, to navigating pregnancy and parenthood.
Hi, I'm Rosie, a Clinical Psychologist Registrar. I believe in understanding you as a whole person and I have a down-to-earth approach to therapy. I work with people experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, distressing intrusive thoughts, relationship challenges and life transitions. I'm particularly passionate about supporting people through the perinatal journey - from preconception decisions and fertility challenges, to processing difficult births, to navigating pregnancy and parenthood.
(08) 6219 3219 View (08) 6219 3219
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.

What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.

Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.

Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.