Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Guelph, ON
I believe in, and have extensive expertise in using evidence-based practices (EMDR, ERP/ExRP) to treat PTSD, anxiety, and OCD.
Living with anxiety can be debilitating, as can the effects of trauma that has not been processed or is "stuck". Life becomes smaller and smaller as it robs you of your ability to engage in the life you want to live. Seeking help, is a huge first step. There is hope, and I can help you to live life to its fullest, according to your own values and what matters most.
I believe in, and have extensive expertise in using evidence-based practices (EMDR, ERP/ExRP) to treat PTSD, anxiety, and OCD.
Living with anxiety can be debilitating, as can the effects of trauma that has not been processed or is "stuck". Life becomes smaller and smaller as it robs you of your ability to engage in the life you want to live. Seeking help, is a huge first step. There is hope, and I can help you to live life to its fullest, according to your own values and what matters most.
If you are struggling with anxiety, stress, PTSD, insomnia, OCD, depression, or other emotional problems, or if you are looking to make changes in your life, our team of warm and supportive professionals will work together with you to help you reach your goals.
Guelph CBT provides only the highest quality evidence-based treatments. Given our name, you may have guessed that our treatment focus is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), though we offer other forms of therapy if they have been supported by the best research evidence. Why is this so important? We know that no therapy can be effective if it is not based on a solid foundation of warmth, empathy, and trust. This is why we go out of our way to make you feel welcome, supported, and understood. We will work collaboratively with you in a warm and compassionate manner to help you reach your goals. In addition, we also know that the specific ingredients, or the type of therapy provided, matters as much in determining how effective and efficient our treatment will be. “Evidence-based” simply means that these therapies have been designed, tested, and shown to work in randomized clinical trials, and continually improved through ongoing clinical research. Therefore, you can be confident that you are receiving the highest quality of treatments that are both cost effective and clinically effective. That way, you can spend less time in therapy and more time living!
If you are struggling with anxiety, stress, PTSD, insomnia, OCD, depression, or other emotional problems, or if you are looking to make changes in your life, our team of warm and supportive professionals will work together with you to help you reach your goals.
Guelph CBT provides only the highest quality evidence-based treatments. Given our name, you may have guessed that our treatment focus is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), though we offer other forms of therapy if they have been supported by the best research evidence. Why is this so important? We know that no therapy can be effective if it is not based on a solid foundation of warmth, empathy, and trust. This is why we go out of our way to make you feel welcome, supported, and understood. We will work collaboratively with you in a warm and compassionate manner to help you reach your goals. In addition, we also know that the specific ingredients, or the type of therapy provided, matters as much in determining how effective and efficient our treatment will be. “Evidence-based” simply means that these therapies have been designed, tested, and shown to work in randomized clinical trials, and continually improved through ongoing clinical research. Therefore, you can be confident that you are receiving the highest quality of treatments that are both cost effective and clinically effective. That way, you can spend less time in therapy and more time living!
If you're struggling with OCD, anxiety, trauma or neurodivergence (ADHD/Autism), you've come to the right place.
I hold a Master’s degree in counselling psychology, as well as a Bachelor's in grief, bereavement, trauma and loss studies. I have learned and lived experience in the mental health field, as well as in education. I have experience with and special interest in OCD, trauma, spirituality, and neurodivergence (Autism/ADHD).
If you're struggling with OCD, anxiety, trauma or neurodivergence (ADHD/Autism), you've come to the right place.
I hold a Master’s degree in counselling psychology, as well as a Bachelor's in grief, bereavement, trauma and loss studies. I have learned and lived experience in the mental health field, as well as in education. I have experience with and special interest in OCD, trauma, spirituality, and neurodivergence (Autism/ADHD).
His practice focuses on the assessment and treatment of adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety-related disorders.
DO NOT call the telephone number listed. Instead please email or visit mikethibodeau. ca Only virtual (online) appointments are available at this time.
His practice focuses on the assessment and treatment of adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety-related disorders.
DO NOT call the telephone number listed. Instead please email or visit mikethibodeau. ca Only virtual (online) appointments are available at this time.
Our expertise lies in the assessment and treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and anxiety related disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), emotion dysregulation, impulsivity, and trauma.
We are intensively trained and have extensive experience providing Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and integrative play-based therapies for children.
Our expertise lies in the assessment and treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and anxiety related disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), emotion dysregulation, impulsivity, and trauma.
We are intensively trained and have extensive experience providing Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and integrative play-based therapies for children.
Having managed anxiety and OCD since childhood, I understand how isolating the cycle of obsessive thoughts and anxious feelings can be.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, OCD, unhealthy habits, and relationship difficulties. Perhaps you’re questioning your use of substances or technology to cope with stress, or maybe you recognize painful attachment patterns that leave you feeling unfulfilled in your relationships. We can work collaboratively to explore the root causes.
Having managed anxiety and OCD since childhood, I understand how isolating the cycle of obsessive thoughts and anxious feelings can be.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, OCD, unhealthy habits, and relationship difficulties. Perhaps you’re questioning your use of substances or technology to cope with stress, or maybe you recognize painful attachment patterns that leave you feeling unfulfilled in your relationships. We can work collaboratively to explore the root causes.
I often work with people experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or OCD.
You want to work through stress, anxiety, and trauma. You feel stuck and out of options. You know life shouldn't feel this hard, but you can't figure out why you're triggered by the smallest things. You find yourself doing and saying things you're ashamed of, but don't know why you do them or how to stop. Your emotions feel too overwhelming or you feel completely numbed out. You’re at a breaking point and need a place to become grounded, where things can begin to make sense, and where you can heal and learn to live again.
I often work with people experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or OCD.
You want to work through stress, anxiety, and trauma. You feel stuck and out of options. You know life shouldn't feel this hard, but you can't figure out why you're triggered by the smallest things. You find yourself doing and saying things you're ashamed of, but don't know why you do them or how to stop. Your emotions feel too overwhelming or you feel completely numbed out. You’re at a breaking point and need a place to become grounded, where things can begin to make sense, and where you can heal and learn to live again.
Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Feeling self-critical? Not feeling like yourself lately? You may feel like you've lost your confidence or motivation. Maybe you’re making excuses to avoid social situations or you're experiencing conflict in your relationships. Perhaps you're one of many exhausted caregivers needing support or you’ve joined the millions of women struggling to navigate shifting hormones in the Menopause transition. You need some relief but don't know where to start. I can help.
Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Feeling self-critical? Not feeling like yourself lately? You may feel like you've lost your confidence or motivation. Maybe you’re making excuses to avoid social situations or you're experiencing conflict in your relationships. Perhaps you're one of many exhausted caregivers needing support or you’ve joined the millions of women struggling to navigate shifting hormones in the Menopause transition. You need some relief but don't know where to start. I can help.
I have received specialized training and have expertise in treating anxiety, obsessive-compulsive (e.g., OCD, trichotillomania, skin picking), depression and bipolar, and trauma-related (i.e., PTSD) disorders.
I primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) framework. CBT is a short-term evidence-based treatment for a range of psychological difficulties. However, I also incorporate Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness-based treatments when indicated.
I have received specialized training and have expertise in treating anxiety, obsessive-compulsive (e.g., OCD, trichotillomania, skin picking), depression and bipolar, and trauma-related (i.e., PTSD) disorders.
I primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) framework. CBT is a short-term evidence-based treatment for a range of psychological difficulties. However, I also incorporate Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness-based treatments when indicated.
We are a group of highly skilled and understanding psychologists offering a breadth of psychological and related services to adults, adolescents, children, couples and families in the Guelph and surrounding areas. We are committed to providing the finest, broad range of psychological services to assist you in your emotional growth, physical health, and overall well-being. The psychologists at Guelph Psychology Centre are dedicated to providing quality psychological services to help you achieve your goals.
We are a group of highly skilled and understanding psychologists offering a breadth of psychological and related services to adults, adolescents, children, couples and families in the Guelph and surrounding areas. We are committed to providing the finest, broad range of psychological services to assist you in your emotional growth, physical health, and overall well-being. The psychologists at Guelph Psychology Centre are dedicated to providing quality psychological services to help you achieve your goals.
I have experience with/special interests in OCD, trauma, identity work, and neurodivergence (ASD/ADHD).
My work is rooted in holding space for healing that is whole-person, heart-led, and grounded in compassion. I believe that therapy is a collaborative relationship—one where you are met with curiosity, not judgment, and where your truth is honoured without condition. Together, we create a space where you can feel seen, supported, and safely connected to your own wisdom. I draw from an integrative, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and harm-reduction approach, blending evidence-based practices with a deep respect for individual intuition.
I have experience with/special interests in OCD, trauma, identity work, and neurodivergence (ASD/ADHD).
My work is rooted in holding space for healing that is whole-person, heart-led, and grounded in compassion. I believe that therapy is a collaborative relationship—one where you are met with curiosity, not judgment, and where your truth is honoured without condition. Together, we create a space where you can feel seen, supported, and safely connected to your own wisdom. I draw from an integrative, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and harm-reduction approach, blending evidence-based practices with a deep respect for individual intuition.
I often tell my clients that what they hear from me will be counter cultural. It is counter cultural in the sense that I talk about self-acceptance and worth regardless of size. I believe hope exists even when you can't see it, that mental health issues are not a sign of weakness and that I practice in a way that believes in change.
I often tell my clients that what they hear from me will be counter cultural. It is counter cultural in the sense that I talk about self-acceptance and worth regardless of size. I believe hope exists even when you can't see it, that mental health issues are not a sign of weakness and that I practice in a way that believes in change.
I have immediate availability to see clients that are struggling with various issues which include relationship problems, trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, anxiety, and self esteem.
I offer trauma-informed psychotherapies such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and have a focus in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD as well as EMDR therapy. I am supervised by a CRPO approved clinical supervisor. On top of day hours, availability also includes weekends on request.
I have immediate availability to see clients that are struggling with various issues which include relationship problems, trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, anxiety, and self esteem.
I offer trauma-informed psychotherapies such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and have a focus in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD as well as EMDR therapy. I am supervised by a CRPO approved clinical supervisor. On top of day hours, availability also includes weekends on request.
I integrate Brainspotting, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and other evidence-based approaches to help you heal from anxiety, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, OCD, disordered eating, relationship struggles, and other patterns that keep you feeling stuck.
It might be hard to imagine what “better” could feel like — a life free from constant anxiety, depression, panic, or the heaviness of past experiences. You may have learned skills to manage symptoms, but no one told you that real healing is possible.
I help people move beyond coping to actually resolving the root causes of their struggles. Together, we work to release the ways your body has held onto the past so you can feel lighter, calmer, and more present. With the right tools and support, change can happen faster than you think — and it can last.
I integrate Brainspotting, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and other evidence-based approaches to help you heal from anxiety, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, OCD, disordered eating, relationship struggles, and other patterns that keep you feeling stuck.
It might be hard to imagine what “better” could feel like — a life free from constant anxiety, depression, panic, or the heaviness of past experiences. You may have learned skills to manage symptoms, but no one told you that real healing is possible.
I help people move beyond coping to actually resolving the root causes of their struggles. Together, we work to release the ways your body has held onto the past so you can feel lighter, calmer, and more present. With the right tools and support, change can happen faster than you think — and it can last.
I work with adults with mood, anxiety, stress, trauma, obsessions- compulsions, and/or executive functioning concerns that are impacting their relationships, academic, work, and general life functioning.
I provide diagnostic assessments of emotional and social concerns to assist with treatment planning (therapy, medication) and accommodation.
In therapy, using a CBT approach, I aim to provide you with empathic, nonjudgmental support while helping you build skills to make meaningful changes in your life and to maintain your wellbeing over time.
I work with adults with mood, anxiety, stress, trauma, obsessions- compulsions, and/or executive functioning concerns that are impacting their relationships, academic, work, and general life functioning.
I provide diagnostic assessments of emotional and social concerns to assist with treatment planning (therapy, medication) and accommodation.
In therapy, using a CBT approach, I aim to provide you with empathic, nonjudgmental support while helping you build skills to make meaningful changes in your life and to maintain your wellbeing over time.
I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with OCD and/or other anxiety problems.
I have seen the debilitating effects these problems have on peoples lives and have dedicated my practice to these concerns. Most of my clients seek me out for my experience treating OCD and other anxiety presentations. I offer cognitive behavioural therapy, tailored to your specific concerns and needs.
I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with OCD and/or other anxiety problems.
I have seen the debilitating effects these problems have on peoples lives and have dedicated my practice to these concerns. Most of my clients seek me out for my experience treating OCD and other anxiety presentations. I offer cognitive behavioural therapy, tailored to your specific concerns and needs.
Specializing in facilitating growth in adolescents and adults, I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety or depression stemming from self-worth concerns, past hurtful experiences, or obsessive thoughts and behaviours.
With a versatile, person-centred approach, encompassing creative therapeutic modalities, I cultivate a warm, collaborative, and compassionate space that leverages your unique values and strengths. I specialize in supporting clients hoping to facilitate personal and post-traumatic growth and address issues like depression, anxiety, self-worth, and trauma.
Specializing in facilitating growth in adolescents and adults, I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety or depression stemming from self-worth concerns, past hurtful experiences, or obsessive thoughts and behaviours.
With a versatile, person-centred approach, encompassing creative therapeutic modalities, I cultivate a warm, collaborative, and compassionate space that leverages your unique values and strengths. I specialize in supporting clients hoping to facilitate personal and post-traumatic growth and address issues like depression, anxiety, self-worth, and trauma.
While I work with a wide range of concerns, I specialize in working with people struggling with anxiety, OCD, stress management, and university/college students.
Are you feeling stuck, stressed and unsure how to move forward? Are things like anxiety, depression and stress impacting how you want to live you life? Do you feel like you keep repeating the same patterns that leave you feeling lost, disconnected and frustrated? So often we can find ourselves in these loops that are painful, disheartening and exhausting. Through individual psychotherapy, we can build skills and work towards your goals to help you create a life that is meaningful and important to YOU. It is my belief that everyone has the capacity to grow, heal and change, even through difficult circumstances.
While I work with a wide range of concerns, I specialize in working with people struggling with anxiety, OCD, stress management, and university/college students.
Are you feeling stuck, stressed and unsure how to move forward? Are things like anxiety, depression and stress impacting how you want to live you life? Do you feel like you keep repeating the same patterns that leave you feeling lost, disconnected and frustrated? So often we can find ourselves in these loops that are painful, disheartening and exhausting. Through individual psychotherapy, we can build skills and work towards your goals to help you create a life that is meaningful and important to YOU. It is my belief that everyone has the capacity to grow, heal and change, even through difficult circumstances.
OCD isn’t just about cleanliness or order—it can latch onto anything, from relationships to safety to daily routines.
With years of experience supporting clients with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD), I know how overwhelming and isolating it can feel. Together, we’ll work on real strategies to break free from obsessive thoughts and compulsions so you can take back control of your life. You deserve relief that lasts.
OCD isn’t just about cleanliness or order—it can latch onto anything, from relationships to safety to daily routines.
With years of experience supporting clients with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD), I know how overwhelming and isolating it can feel. Together, we’ll work on real strategies to break free from obsessive thoughts and compulsions so you can take back control of your life. You deserve relief that lasts.
Perhaps you even struggle with people-pleasing, a lack of motivation that makes it hard to prioritize your own needs, OCD, or PTSD.
With 15 years of experience specializing in adult mental health and addiction, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients as they navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, mood disorders and addiction. I’ve also supported individuals through life transitions, such as pre- and postnatal changes, parenting, career or academic challenges.
Perhaps you even struggle with people-pleasing, a lack of motivation that makes it hard to prioritize your own needs, OCD, or PTSD.
With 15 years of experience specializing in adult mental health and addiction, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients as they navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, mood disorders and addiction. I’ve also supported individuals through life transitions, such as pre- and postnatal changes, parenting, career or academic challenges.
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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.