Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in North York, ON
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Melissa Walker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with folks who are experiencing the symptoms of
obsessive
compulsive disorder.
Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts, images, impulses or urges that cause you anxiety? Are you confined to a personal prison due to your compulsions? You’re not alone.
Obsessive
compulsive disorder can be incredibly debilitating, but there is hope. You can take back control of your life, and I can help you get there.
Annette Poizner
Registered Social Worker, MSW, EdD, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I analyze a set of your childhood memories/dreams you bring in to figure you out FAST: personality style, inner dynamics, root issues which I explain in a session that you can record, then EMDR and NLP to architect change - the work. We consider various angles including nutrition, lifestyle factors, cognitive style, other variables that may be relevant. I deal with the gamut of problems but specialize in problems that have been unresponsive to conventional psychotherapy:
OCD
, Anorexia, etc. I am Jungian, also using Eastern wisdom, Ericksonian therapy, and the work of Ken Wilber to engineer change on an unconscious level.
Pinny Stern
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have worked extensively with clients struggling with anxiety,
OCD
, low self esteem, and mood disorders, and many other issues.
I have had the privilege of working with the adolescent and young adult population for over 20 years. Through these years I have gained the keen understanding of the ever-changing challenges and needs of this population. My extensive experience gives me the edge in working with adolescents and families who are struggling with all sorts of issues. I have been blessed with the opportunity of helping hundreds of individuals and families deal with and overcome their struggles and regain control of their lives. I am also trained in EFT marraige counseling - enhancing relationships and enriching lives.
Danielle Kirshenbaum
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Whether it is
OCD
, anxiety, depression, a new baby or general life stressors affecting your mood and day-to-day functioning, I am here to figure it out with you.
There are times when intrusive thoughts are so loud or life stressors are so plentiful that it can be easy to feel completely overwhelmed and lost. You may even worry that these difficult feelings will last forever. Through my years of working with individuals experiencing a wide spectrum of challenges, I have come to see that humans have incredible and unique strengths to overcome adversity. I will collaboratively and non-judgmentally work with you to uncover your own strengths and employ them (and provide you with new tools) to overcome this tough period and help you feel like yourself again.
Jayne Hanna
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
Do you deal with fears, worries, stress and depression? As a Registered Psychologist I have been helping people overcome these issues and develop resiliency for years. Among the areas that I treat are Social Anxiety, General Anxiety Disorder,
Obsessive
-compulsive Disorder, Panic Attacks, Depression, Stress, Perfectionism, Procrastination, Marriage Issues, Anger, and Grief. I can also help you address, Low Self-esteem, Addictions, Relationship Conflict, Spiritual issues, Job stress, and Trauma. I also do marital and couple therapy to help couples resolve issues, develop better intimacy, and learn how to communicate.
Denisa Zitnansky Caceres
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
When you spend a lot of time worrying, overthinking or dealing with overwhelming thoughts, it can feel unmanageable and impact your life in a negative way. You might be avoiding situations that make you worry or feel anxious, have a hard time sleeping, feel not good enough or do things in a certain way to keep the anxiety manageable in the moment. Therapy can help you learn ways to manage and cope with stress, worry, low self-confidence, overwhelming thoughts and
OCD
.
Sarah Houazene
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
,
OCD
, body-focused repetitive behaviours, binge eating).
Accepting new clients! I help teenagers and adults manage anxiety stemming from life transitions, work-life balance, and trauma. Anxiety and past experiences should not define one's value or future, and we can make active changes to overcome these challenges. Many complain about how exhausting anxiety can be - but we don't have to resign to living like this forever. The way I see it, the goal of therapy is to both get to know yourself and your anxiety, but also to take back control to minimize its impact on relationships and academic or professional development.
Eunice Chau
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in supporting clients with trauma and PTSD, grief, anger management, anxiety, depression, phobias,
OCD
, domestic violence, stress management, abuse, relationship issues and life transitions.
Do you feel pressured to be perfect and live up to others high expectations? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, or powerless? Do you consistently experience intrusive thoughts and engage in repetitive behaviours that affect your daily life? Are you trying to make sense of your feelings after a difficult transition, traumatic event, or painful loss, and seeking healthier ways of coping? I am here to support you.
Waitlist for new clients
Jenny Rogojanski
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
I provides assessment and treatment to adults with difficulties related to their mood, anxiety,
OCD
and spectrum disorders (such as
hair pulling
and
skin picking
), insomnia, and difficulties with emotion regulation.
My therapeutic orientation is primarily cognitive behavioural. My approach to therapy is collaborative and supportive, with a focus on creating a safe environment for therapeutic change and combining client strengths with evidence-based treatment principles. Specifically, I specialize in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and mindfulness and acceptance-based treatment approaches (MBCT, ACT).
Office is near:
North York, ON M4P & Online
Waitlist for new clients
Glenda Carman-Gray
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
The first line & evidence based treatment modality for
OCD
is CBT with strong emphasis on Exposure Response Prevention (ERP).
As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, through in-person or video counselling, I provide goal-oriented therapy (ERP, ACT) specializing in the areas of
OCD
& Anxiety (see IOCDF listing https://iocdf.org/providers/carman-gray-glenda/). My entire practice is devoted to the treatment of adults (18+) suffering with
OCD
, Anxiety, BFRBs & other related disorders. In therapy we work to reduce anxiety, manage feared thoughts, strengthen coping skills, build self-esteem, reduce negative self talk, learn how to be self-compassionate, strengthen pathways to better relationships and address
obsessive
thoughts & compulsions/rituals.
Gurshan Bains
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide individual therapy to children, youth & adults via phone & video. I am passionate helping people navigate challenges that sometimes have us feeling stuck, burnt out, disconnected & alone. I understand that you may be experiencing a range of issues that are impacting your overall well-being, such as work-related stress, anxiety, depresion,
OCD
, burnout, relationship difficulties, life transitions, grief & other mental health concerns. I'm here to support you in finding strategies to cope with these challenges, build resiliency, and achieve your goals.
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Psychologist, MEd, MA, OPQ, QUEBEC, ONTARIO
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Anxiety, phobias, and
OCD
are debilitating, negatively impacting your health, relationships, productivity, and fulfillment. Whether it is flying, heights, clausterphobia, public speaking, social phobia, fear of spiders, fear of dogs, driving, germs, or another situation, these fears are conquerable with the right help. At our clinic, we understand that you cannot talk yourself out of severe anxiety and phobias. Instead, we offer state of the art, extensively-researched, virtual reality (VR) therapy where you overcome your fears using VR immersive experiences under the guidance of a trained therapist.
Danika Syrja-McNally
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety,
OCD
, health anxiety, perinatal/postpartum mood disorders, infertility/fertility issues, mom guilt, life transitions, relationship issues, work stress and/or burnout? Or maybe you just don’t feel like your normal self and don’t know why? If yes, let's talk! You might feel like you "should" just be okay or "should" be happy with your life but if the reality is you're not, it’s okay to talk to someone for help.
Joanna Bin Zhao
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSW
Verified
Verified
I have been working there since 2007, and have effectively treated many patients with various mental illnesses such as: MDD,
OCD
, PTSD, bi-polar, schizophrenia, early psychosis etc.
I take a client-centered approach that respect people as the authority on their own experiences and recognizes the key role that emotions play in our lives. My counseling work is informed by various therapeutic modalities as well as by my extensive clinical experience, but always with a focus on the uniqueness of each individual. Over the years, I have effectively helped many people adjust for better lives - helping them learn the strategies and tools necessary to resolve their difficulties and build on their strengths.
Sabrina Lombardi
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
Dr. Sabrina Lombardi provides neuropsychological and psychological assessment, therapy and cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with concussion, traumatic brain injury, acquired brain injury, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, as well as other conditions such as
OCD
, chronic pain and insomnia. Her approach to concussion management seeks to identify and treat barriers to recovery. She is registered with WSIB Community Mental Health Program and HCAI (auto-insurance). She has extensive experience assisting individuals with return to work or school following concussion or acquired brain injury.
Kadeem Daley
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
For more than 10 years I have been supporting individuals who struggle with Mental Health in the GTA's top Hospitals. I am a Registered Social Worker who continues to work in the Children and Adolescent Outpatient Mental Health Program at North York General Hospital. I work with Children, Teens, & Adults who struggle with Anxiety, Depression,
OCD
, and behavioural issues. I have over a decade of experience working with children, adults and families with mental health in the Emergency Departments of North York General Hospital, Sunny Brook Hospital, & Scarborough Grace Hospital.
Eva Svoboda
Psychologist, MA, PhD, CPsych
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Dr. Eva Svoboda is a co-founding psychologist at Toronto Brain Health. She has significant experience treating individuals with persistent symptoms following concussion (e.g., headaches, sleep problems, low stress tolerance, anxiety, irritability, low mood, noise/light sensitivity), providing rehabilitation to those with acquired brain injury (e.g., stroke, brain tumor, epilepsy), and therapy for personal development, anxiety, stress, insomnia, chronic pain, depression,
OCD
& trauma. Her approach is compassionate and client-centered. Her treatment is informed by research in neuroscience, rehabilitation & psychological therapy.
Sahar Mozafari
Registered Psychotherapist, HBsc, MA, RP
Verified
Verified
My areas of expertise are working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression,
Obsessive
-compulsive spectrum, phobia, and trauma-related disorders.
Registered Psychotherapist ( BSc. MA Clinical Psychology, RP.What brings you here? Do you feel struggled, confused, hopeless, and/or helpless? Manifest the change you seek in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe space. I help you develop a better understanding of yourself and your life by increasing insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Mursal Srosh
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPsy, RP, PhD Can
Verified
Verified
I am a registered psychotherapist and have over eight years of experience. I am the clinical director at Promedicare Wellness. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Most of my therapy work has been helping those suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias,
OCD
, and attentional difficulties. I also help those dealing with relationship difficulties, suffering from loss, and anger. Additionally, I specialize with those that have suffered from motor vehicle accidents and rehabilitation psychology.
Irit Toni Israeli
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, EMDR
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Utilizing various evidence-based practices, such as EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, CBT, Narrative, and more, I work in the most efficient way, collaborating with you to find the best solutions for you. Drawing from 15 years of experience, during our journey together, you will learn practical and effective tools to alleviate distressing feelings, while we work on permanent resolutions for the root cause of the symptoms you encounter. Together, we resolve problems such as: anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, chronic pain, phobia, grief,
OCD
, or any combination. From first meeting you will leave with practical tools to apply, and feeling better.
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How long does OCD treatment take?
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.