Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists in Hampstead, NC
Many of my clients come to me struggling with persistent worry, racing thoughts, intrusive thoughts, poor sleep, difficulty concentrating, mood symptoms, or other concerns that interfere with daily life. Some have lived with these challenges for years without fully understanding why. I enjoy getting to know my clients and taking the time to understand the full picture. By considering biological, psychological, and social factors, I provide thoughtful, evidence-based treatment plans designed to help clients gain clarity, improve symptoms, and achieve their individual goals.
Many of my clients come to me struggling with persistent worry, racing thoughts, intrusive thoughts, poor sleep, difficulty concentrating, mood symptoms, or other concerns that interfere with daily life. Some have lived with these challenges for years without fully understanding why. I enjoy getting to know my clients and taking the time to understand the full picture. By considering biological, psychological, and social factors, I provide thoughtful, evidence-based treatment plans designed to help clients gain clarity, improve symptoms, and achieve their individual goals.
I have been a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for 20 years. I specialize in providing non-ctrl psychiatric medication intervention and therapy for a variety of Mental Health Conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, eating disorders, transgender issues, substance disorders and many others. I served in The United States Navy for 29 years caring for active duty military and their dependents. I currently provide psychiatric care in the civilian community for ages 13 years and up.
I have been a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for 20 years. I specialize in providing non-ctrl psychiatric medication intervention and therapy for a variety of Mental Health Conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, eating disorders, transgender issues, substance disorders and many others. I served in The United States Navy for 29 years caring for active duty military and their dependents. I currently provide psychiatric care in the civilian community for ages 13 years and up.
Welcome! My name is Mary and I am a certified Physician Assistant. I am a Pennsylvania native at heart but graduated from South University in Savannah, Georgia with a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. I have worked in various settings providing psychiatric care for children and adults in both hospital and clinic environments. What I love most about working in psychiatry is building connections with my patients and supporting them as we work together to manage their mental health concerns. I have extended availability to get new patients in quickly to talk about options that feel comfortable to you!
Welcome! My name is Mary and I am a certified Physician Assistant. I am a Pennsylvania native at heart but graduated from South University in Savannah, Georgia with a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. I have worked in various settings providing psychiatric care for children and adults in both hospital and clinic environments. What I love most about working in psychiatry is building connections with my patients and supporting them as we work together to manage their mental health concerns. I have extended availability to get new patients in quickly to talk about options that feel comfortable to you!
I work with clients age 3 to 103 who are seeking thoughtful, individualized psychiatric care. Many of my clients come to me feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or discouraged because they still do not feel well despite treatment. Some are seeking help for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, insomnia, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorder, or treatment-resistant symptoms. Others want a fresh perspective to clarify diagnosis and make sure treatment is truly addressing the right concerns. I help by taking time to understand you and not just your symptoms by creating a treatment plan with you focused on relief and improved functioning.
I work with clients age 3 to 103 who are seeking thoughtful, individualized psychiatric care. Many of my clients come to me feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or discouraged because they still do not feel well despite treatment. Some are seeking help for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, insomnia, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorder, or treatment-resistant symptoms. Others want a fresh perspective to clarify diagnosis and make sure treatment is truly addressing the right concerns. I help by taking time to understand you and not just your symptoms by creating a treatment plan with you focused on relief and improved functioning.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and OCD, with advanced options such as ketamine therapy for treatment-resistant depression and trauma.
Welcome! I’m Tanya. I’m a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience. Before entering psychiatry, I worked as an ICU nurse and paramedic, helping patients and families navigate difficult and often traumatic experiences. Those years shaped my calm, grounded, and compassionate approach to care. I believe deeply in the resiliency of the human spirit and have devoted my practice to providing empathetic, evidence-based care that is truly individualized. I collaborate closely with a psychiatrist and an anesthesiologist to ensure each treatment plan is thoughtful and evidence-based
I specialize in depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and OCD, with advanced options such as ketamine therapy for treatment-resistant depression and trauma.
Welcome! I’m Tanya. I’m a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience. Before entering psychiatry, I worked as an ICU nurse and paramedic, helping patients and families navigate difficult and often traumatic experiences. Those years shaped my calm, grounded, and compassionate approach to care. I believe deeply in the resiliency of the human spirit and have devoted my practice to providing empathetic, evidence-based care that is truly individualized. I collaborate closely with a psychiatrist and an anesthesiologist to ensure each treatment plan is thoughtful and evidence-based
At Capeside Psychiatry, we are committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges through evidence-based practices tailored to each person's unique needs.
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At Capeside Psychiatry, we are committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges through evidence-based practices tailored to each person's unique needs.
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Carolina Women's Psychiatry, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
She provides thoughtful, evidence-based care for women navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, PMDD, PME, and D-MER, offering both medication management and brief psychotherapy within each session.
With a background in neuroscience and neurosurgery, Tara brings a unique perspective to psychiatric care—one that bridges the biological and emotional aspects of healing.
She provides thoughtful, evidence-based care for women navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, PMDD, PME, and D-MER, offering both medication management and brief psychotherapy within each session.
With a background in neuroscience and neurosurgery, Tara brings a unique perspective to psychiatric care—one that bridges the biological and emotional aspects of healing.
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Faust specializes in the treatment of OCD, Anxiety, Depression, and Bipolar disorders.
Dr. Shawn Faust, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who brings a patient-centric approach to the field of mental health. His philosophy centers around the belief that individuals are experts in their own experiences, and collaboration between the patient and their mental health provider is essential for effective and personalized treatment. He believes that informed patients are better equipped to navigate their unique mental health challenges. Thus, treatment with Dr. Faust often involves teaching patients about their diagnosis and discussing the pros and cons of various treatment options.
Faust specializes in the treatment of OCD, Anxiety, Depression, and Bipolar disorders.
Dr. Shawn Faust, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who brings a patient-centric approach to the field of mental health. His philosophy centers around the belief that individuals are experts in their own experiences, and collaboration between the patient and their mental health provider is essential for effective and personalized treatment. He believes that informed patients are better equipped to navigate their unique mental health challenges. Thus, treatment with Dr. Faust often involves teaching patients about their diagnosis and discussing the pros and cons of various treatment options.
Dr. Kiehl is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, board certified in both adult and child & adolescent psychiatry. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate psychiatric treatment for children, teens, and adults.
Dr. Kiehl is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, board certified in both adult and child & adolescent psychiatry. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate psychiatric treatment for children, teens, and adults.
We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of complex mental health conditions in patients aged 6 and up, with a focus on adjustment disorders, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, mood disorders, OCD, post-partum depression, PTSD, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, other disruptive behavioral disorders.
Our approach to psychiatry is deeply rooted in a personalized, patient-centered philosophy that emphasizes the importance of understanding each patient’s unique circumstances and collaborating closely with them to develop effective, individualized treatment plans.
We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of complex mental health conditions in patients aged 6 and up, with a focus on adjustment disorders, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, mood disorders, OCD, post-partum depression, PTSD, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, other disruptive behavioral disorders.
Our approach to psychiatry is deeply rooted in a personalized, patient-centered philosophy that emphasizes the importance of understanding each patient’s unique circumstances and collaborating closely with them to develop effective, individualized treatment plans.
My experience is broad, I see patients ages 16 to 60 for treatment of various disorders with a high interest in OCD, anxiety related disorders, PANDAS/PANS, Perinatal Mental health, Eating disorders, Depression, Mood related d/o, military active duty/families and PTSD.
Not accepting new clients with ADHD or opioid addiction. My goal is to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, comprehensive, high-quality care tailored to meet your individual needs. You need someone who is patient, willing to listen, and takes the time to understand what you are going through. I will get to know you, answer your questions, and learn about your goals related to relationships, family, support networks, work, personal interests, quality of life, physical health and wellness. Together we can decide on a plan that works for you. I do not prescribe weight loss medication.
My experience is broad, I see patients ages 16 to 60 for treatment of various disorders with a high interest in OCD, anxiety related disorders, PANDAS/PANS, Perinatal Mental health, Eating disorders, Depression, Mood related d/o, military active duty/families and PTSD.
Not accepting new clients with ADHD or opioid addiction. My goal is to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, comprehensive, high-quality care tailored to meet your individual needs. You need someone who is patient, willing to listen, and takes the time to understand what you are going through. I will get to know you, answer your questions, and learn about your goals related to relationships, family, support networks, work, personal interests, quality of life, physical health and wellness. Together we can decide on a plan that works for you. I do not prescribe weight loss medication.
You are not a diagnosis. You are a person with a story- and that story matters to me. I provide compassionate, collaborative psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults, and I am fluent in English and Spanish. My approach is intentional, holistic, and individualized. I focus on root causes of issues like sleep, stress, gut and hormonal health and prescribe medication thoughtfully. I am especially passionate about helping college-aged individuals, postpartum mothers, and women in perimenopause navigate life transitions. My goal is for you to feel understood, regain balance, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
You are not a diagnosis. You are a person with a story- and that story matters to me. I provide compassionate, collaborative psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults, and I am fluent in English and Spanish. My approach is intentional, holistic, and individualized. I focus on root causes of issues like sleep, stress, gut and hormonal health and prescribe medication thoughtfully. I am especially passionate about helping college-aged individuals, postpartum mothers, and women in perimenopause navigate life transitions. My goal is for you to feel understood, regain balance, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
I am a compassionate, dual certified, doctorate degree prepared psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with great people skills.
I am a compassionate, dual certified, doctorate degree prepared psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with great people skills.
I commonly work with children ages 13+, teens, and adults who:
Feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood
Struggle with concentration, school performance, or ADHD symptoms
Experience anxiety, social anxiety, or excessive worry
Face depression, low motivation, or mood instability
Need support navigating relationships, self-esteem, or life transitions
Are seeking medication management and practical coping strategies
Want a provider who listens, supports, and collaborates without judgment
I welcome clients across a wide range of functioning levels and tailor care to each individual’s personal needs, strengths, and goals
I commonly work with children ages 13+, teens, and adults who:
Feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood
Struggle with concentration, school performance, or ADHD symptoms
Experience anxiety, social anxiety, or excessive worry
Face depression, low motivation, or mood instability
Need support navigating relationships, self-esteem, or life transitions
Are seeking medication management and practical coping strategies
Want a provider who listens, supports, and collaborates without judgment
I welcome clients across a wide range of functioning levels and tailor care to each individual’s personal needs, strengths, and goals
Now Accepting New Patients- - -Most Insurance Plans Accepted- - - At Modern Psychiatry, our team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, case managers, and primary care physicians provides comprehensive mental health care across multiple states, both in-person and virtually. We address a range of concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety, and depression, matching clients with the right provider. We also offer virtual executive function coaching to enhance skills like organization, time management, and emotional regulation.
Now Accepting New Patients- - -Most Insurance Plans Accepted- - - At Modern Psychiatry, our team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, case managers, and primary care physicians provides comprehensive mental health care across multiple states, both in-person and virtually. We address a range of concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety, and depression, matching clients with the right provider. We also offer virtual executive function coaching to enhance skills like organization, time management, and emotional regulation.
I specialize in supporting patients with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis, autism spectrum disorder, and other mental health concerns.
I earned a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences and a Master’s in Nursing from Ohio State University. With a strong foundation in holistic, evidence-based care, I am dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality treatment tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
I specialize in supporting patients with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis, autism spectrum disorder, and other mental health concerns.
I earned a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences and a Master’s in Nursing from Ohio State University. With a strong foundation in holistic, evidence-based care, I am dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality treatment tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
I treat a variety of problems, but I have a particular interest in treating Depression, OCD, anxiety, & ADHD.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in helping people manage their mental health through a combination of medication management and psychotherapy. I also offer Genesight testing for patients who need a more individualized approach with medications, as well as ADHD QB testing for patients interested in further evaluation.
I treat a variety of problems, but I have a particular interest in treating Depression, OCD, anxiety, & ADHD.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in helping people manage their mental health through a combination of medication management and psychotherapy. I also offer Genesight testing for patients who need a more individualized approach with medications, as well as ADHD QB testing for patients interested in further evaluation.
We are a virtual psychiatric mental health practice. We at CoreHealthPsych believe that everyone in need should have access to quality care. We provide patients with the knowledge and tools they need to live their best lives. Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient telehealth and individualized psychiatric care. We provide a safe and non-judgmental environment.
We are a virtual psychiatric mental health practice. We at CoreHealthPsych believe that everyone in need should have access to quality care. We provide patients with the knowledge and tools they need to live their best lives. Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient telehealth and individualized psychiatric care. We provide a safe and non-judgmental environment.
Adults ages 18+ that are navigating a variety of mental health concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, ADHD, and life transitions. Many come to my practice seeking compassionate, collaborative care and support in managing symptoms that may be impacting their daily life and overall well-being.
Adults ages 18+ that are navigating a variety of mental health concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, ADHD, and life transitions. Many come to my practice seeking compassionate, collaborative care and support in managing symptoms that may be impacting their daily life and overall well-being.
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How can psychiatrist help with obsessive-compulsive disorder?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by recurring, intrusive thoughts that lead to repetitive behaviors, such as excessive cleaning, hand-washing, checking, counting, or hoarding. These behaviors often serve as temporary relief from distressing thoughts but can quickly become disruptive and time-consuming. OCD commonly begins in late childhood or adolescence and may fluctuate in intensity over time, often influenced by life changes or stress. For many, the condition can interfere with daily functioning, including school, work, relationships, and overall well-being. Seeking psychiatric care can therefore be a valuable step in learning how to manage and reduce the impact of OCD on everyday life.
How do psychiatrists treat OCD?
During appointmnts, psychiatrists typically review a client's symptoms and any current medications to determine an appropriate treatment approach. Psychiatrists who specialize in OCD often use a combination of medication and therapy to support symptom management. The most frequently prescribed medications for OCD are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) which can help reduce the intensity of obsessive thoughts and emotional distress. While not all psychiatrists provide therapy themselves, many collaborate with therapists to support interventions like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), a highly effective therapeutic method for treating OCD.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in OCD?
The Psychology Today online directory can be a helpful resource to search for psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in OCD. In addition to searching for psychiatrists who specialize in OCD, you may consider searching for psychiatrists who specialize in working with a particular population, such as children, or a certain co-occurring condition, such as anxiety. When searching for a provider, ask about their specific experience treating symptoms of OCD and what their approach to therapy and medication is. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.

