Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in L1Z

Photo of Gillian Gibbes, Registered Psychotherapist in L1Z, ON
Gillian Gibbes
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, BAA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Ajax, ON L1Z
Accepting NEW Clients! Hello, and welcome! I’m truly happy you’re here making this positive step toward your personal wellness! I use a collaborative, integrative approach comprising dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) infused with client-centred listening techniques, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as appropriate to your specific needs. With these we will build your strengths and skill set in overcoming anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, burnout, stress and relational issues. Together, we will address the roadblocks that stand in the way of experiencing joy and wellness in each moment.
Accepting NEW Clients! Hello, and welcome! I’m truly happy you’re here making this positive step toward your personal wellness! I use a collaborative, integrative approach comprising dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) infused with client-centred listening techniques, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as appropriate to your specific needs. With these we will build your strengths and skill set in overcoming anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, burnout, stress and relational issues. Together, we will address the roadblocks that stand in the way of experiencing joy and wellness in each moment.
(289) 301-9113 View (289) 301-9113
Photo of Allison Balkaran, Registered Psychotherapist in L1Z, ON
Allison Balkaran
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ajax, ON L1Z
I am by brand, a Rogerian therapist with an eclectic approach to treatment. I tend to marry holistic approaches to evidence based approaches. Creativity flows throughout the therapeutic process and my hope is that therapy can be an enjoyable experience despite the challenges in the therapeutic journey.
I am by brand, a Rogerian therapist with an eclectic approach to treatment. I tend to marry holistic approaches to evidence based approaches. Creativity flows throughout the therapeutic process and my hope is that therapy can be an enjoyable experience despite the challenges in the therapeutic journey.
(289) 512-2850 View (289) 512-2850
Photo of Aset Group Consulting and Counselling Services, Registered Social Worker in L1Z, ON
Aset Group Consulting and Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ajax, ON L1Z
Inspiring Change From Within. Are you an individual: adult, parent, youth who is seeking changes in your life due to depression, grief, separation, anxiety? Are you a parent seeking to bring your family together in counselling? Are you worried about your youth's self-esteem? Consider a therapist on your healing journey. Aset Group Consulting and Counselling Services is a group practice specializing in depression, trauma, adoption, family counselling, depression& more. Our approach is flexible to your needs, client-centered and goal-oriented.
Inspiring Change From Within. Are you an individual: adult, parent, youth who is seeking changes in your life due to depression, grief, separation, anxiety? Are you a parent seeking to bring your family together in counselling? Are you worried about your youth's self-esteem? Consider a therapist on your healing journey. Aset Group Consulting and Counselling Services is a group practice specializing in depression, trauma, adoption, family counselling, depression& more. Our approach is flexible to your needs, client-centered and goal-oriented.
(289) 278-8820 View (289) 278-8820
Photo of Jessy Alam, Registered Psychotherapist in L1Z, ON
Jessy Alam
Registered Psychotherapist, RP,, MEd,, CCC
Verified Verified
Ajax, ON L1Z  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you unable to overcome low moods or anxiety no matter how hard you try? Do you feel suffocated? Do current or past traumas take a toll on your life and relationships? The truth is, pain and suffering will come into each one of our lives one way or another, at some point in time. I can work with you to improve your mental health while building your strength and resilience! I know it can seem impossible but you are not alone. I promise. I have helped clients overcome these issues and more through individual psychotherapy for years.
Are you unable to overcome low moods or anxiety no matter how hard you try? Do you feel suffocated? Do current or past traumas take a toll on your life and relationships? The truth is, pain and suffering will come into each one of our lives one way or another, at some point in time. I can work with you to improve your mental health while building your strength and resilience! I know it can seem impossible but you are not alone. I promise. I have helped clients overcome these issues and more through individual psychotherapy for years.
(647) 691-7580 View (647) 691-7580
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Sabrina Young
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ajax, ON L1Z  (Online Only)
You might not have anyone in your life that you can talk to about what you’re going through and perhaps you're becoming overwhelmed by the stresses of life. Are you searching for a way to feel good again? It may be due to relationship problems - "why am I attracting the WRONG people in relationships?" or perhaps anxiety, depression, work burnout has taken its toll. You're not alone. We can work together towards finding peace and a way back to feeling good again.
You might not have anyone in your life that you can talk to about what you’re going through and perhaps you're becoming overwhelmed by the stresses of life. Are you searching for a way to feel good again? It may be due to relationship problems - "why am I attracting the WRONG people in relationships?" or perhaps anxiety, depression, work burnout has taken its toll. You're not alone. We can work together towards finding peace and a way back to feeling good again.
(647) 952-5975 View (647) 952-5975
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Tyler Kobayashi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ajax, ON L1Z
Hello, my name is Dr. Tyler Kobayashi, and I am a registered psychologist in supervised practice at Psychological & Counselling Services Group (PCSG). I see clients at PCSG’s Ajax and Oshawa locations and offer my psychological services in both English and Japanese. I have over 10 years of experience providing therapeutic interventions in various clinical roles and capacities, working with diverse clients who have a wide range of clinical presentations including depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, adjustment issues, complicated grief, and other mental health issues.
Hello, my name is Dr. Tyler Kobayashi, and I am a registered psychologist in supervised practice at Psychological & Counselling Services Group (PCSG). I see clients at PCSG’s Ajax and Oshawa locations and offer my psychological services in both English and Japanese. I have over 10 years of experience providing therapeutic interventions in various clinical roles and capacities, working with diverse clients who have a wide range of clinical presentations including depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, adjustment issues, complicated grief, and other mental health issues.
(289) 278-6078 View (289) 278-6078
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Karen M Thornton
Registered Social Worker, Hons, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Ajax, ON L1Z
I am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Ontario. I provide psychotherapy services from an anti-oppressive framework using a client-centered or family-centered approach to meet the various needs of my clientele. I specialize in trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I utilize various treatment tools in individual or group settings, including, CBT, Narrative, EFT, Mindfulness, DBT, Strength and System approaches. We also do cognitive and behavioural assessment and testing at our centers through a Registered Psychologist.
I am a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Ontario. I provide psychotherapy services from an anti-oppressive framework using a client-centered or family-centered approach to meet the various needs of my clientele. I specialize in trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I utilize various treatment tools in individual or group settings, including, CBT, Narrative, EFT, Mindfulness, DBT, Strength and System approaches. We also do cognitive and behavioural assessment and testing at our centers through a Registered Psychologist.
(855) 797-9670 View (855) 797-9670
Photo of Joel Dos Santos - Bri Counselling, Registered Social Worker in L1Z, ON
Joel Dos Santos - Bri Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ajax, ON L1Z
I am a passionate, and committed psychotherapist and Social Worker with over five years of experience connecting with clients and helping them to address and overcome their unique mental health and wellness needs. I am motivated to positively impact the clients that I serve, and I have the experience working in the fields of mental health, youth learning disabilities, and homelessness. I have a passion for providing opportunities and creating safe spaces for racialized people to openly share and discuss their lived experiences and mental health challenges within a supportive and understanding process that is free from stigma.
I am a passionate, and committed psychotherapist and Social Worker with over five years of experience connecting with clients and helping them to address and overcome their unique mental health and wellness needs. I am motivated to positively impact the clients that I serve, and I have the experience working in the fields of mental health, youth learning disabilities, and homelessness. I have a passion for providing opportunities and creating safe spaces for racialized people to openly share and discuss their lived experiences and mental health challenges within a supportive and understanding process that is free from stigma.
(289) 302-7406 View (289) 302-7406
Photo of Michael Fischhoff, Registered Psychotherapist in L1Z, ON
Michael Fischhoff
Registered Psychotherapist, DMin, MTS, MDiv
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ajax, ON L1Z
Mike understands that your story, your challenges, and your pain are unique to you. Mike is here to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to share your story and collaboratively work towards helping you reach your goals. His practice follows a client-centered, strengths-based approach to help you feel empowered and learn skills and strategies to achieve a more fulfilling life.
Mike understands that your story, your challenges, and your pain are unique to you. Mike is here to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to share your story and collaboratively work towards helping you reach your goals. His practice follows a client-centered, strengths-based approach to help you feel empowered and learn skills and strategies to achieve a more fulfilling life.
(289) 275-8588 View (289) 275-8588

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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors

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.