Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in 02139
Kristen Bettencourt
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139 (Online Only)
With a warm, down-to-earth, and supportive style, I help clients work through challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship difficulties, life transitions, academic and career concerns, and creative blocks. Whether we are working to help you become more flexible, mindful, and aware; reflecting on patterns that may be getting in your way; identifying sources of meaning and purpose in your life; or exploring aspects of your identity, my goal is to help you work through what brings you into therapy and to help you thrive.
With a warm, down-to-earth, and supportive style, I help clients work through challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship difficulties, life transitions, academic and career concerns, and creative blocks. Whether we are working to help you become more flexible, mindful, and aware; reflecting on patterns that may be getting in your way; identifying sources of meaning and purpose in your life; or exploring aspects of your identity, my goal is to help you work through what brings you into therapy and to help you thrive.
Alex Wheeler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139
Waitlist for new clients
2) IFS for OCD, anxiety, and/or perfectionism: IFS can be especially useful in addressing longstanding patterns of worry, obsessing, and anxiety.
I currently have a short in-person waitlist (office is located in Cambridge, MA) and am not currently taking new telehealth clients - please email (rather than call) if you're interested in being added to the in-person waitlist. I work with adults, teenagers, and children around a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship issues, life transitions, and the impacts of trauma. I have eight years of clinical experience, and three years of training through Harvard Medical School affiliates. My approach is relational, collaborative, and pragmatic. I specialize in (but don't limit myself to) the following areas:
2) IFS for OCD, anxiety, and/or perfectionism: IFS can be especially useful in addressing longstanding patterns of worry, obsessing, and anxiety.
I currently have a short in-person waitlist (office is located in Cambridge, MA) and am not currently taking new telehealth clients - please email (rather than call) if you're interested in being added to the in-person waitlist. I work with adults, teenagers, and children around a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship issues, life transitions, and the impacts of trauma. I have eight years of clinical experience, and three years of training through Harvard Medical School affiliates. My approach is relational, collaborative, and pragmatic. I specialize in (but don't limit myself to) the following areas:
Sophie DelDonno
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
Dr. DelDonno works with adults across the lifespan who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder and related conditions such as hair-pulling and skin-picking, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and perfectionism. While drawing from evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), her therapeutic approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Dr. DelDonno works with adults across the lifespan who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder and related conditions such as hair-pulling and skin-picking, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and perfectionism. While drawing from evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), her therapeutic approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Danielle Dennis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139 (Online Only)
Specifically, my specialty includes treating clients with OCD, specific phobias, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and sleep related difficulties.
As a licensed psychologist, I offer evidence-based psychotherapy that has been shown to help manage your symptoms. My aim is to help clients learn skills and tools to help manage intrusive thoughts, phobias, generalized anxiety, OCD concerns, and sleep disturbances. Although change is never easy, I am a believer that through hard work, dedication, and determination it is possible.
Specifically, my specialty includes treating clients with OCD, specific phobias, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and sleep related difficulties.
As a licensed psychologist, I offer evidence-based psychotherapy that has been shown to help manage your symptoms. My aim is to help clients learn skills and tools to help manage intrusive thoughts, phobias, generalized anxiety, OCD concerns, and sleep disturbances. Although change is never easy, I am a believer that through hard work, dedication, and determination it is possible.
Christine M Vara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, MDiv
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
Dr. Tina Chou
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked at Boston University's Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders, McLean Hospital's Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Institute, and Rhode Island Hospital's Acceptance and Mindfulness Based Partial Hospital program.
If you are having a difficult time in your life right now, I would love to work with you to understand why and a plan to move forward. I am a warm and collaborative psychologist who completed a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Harvard University and have worked with people struggling with depression and anxiety for 10+ years. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and mindfulness-based approaches for depression and anxiety disorders. I regularly use techniques from these different approaches based on what could be helpful for you.
I have worked at Boston University's Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders, McLean Hospital's Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Institute, and Rhode Island Hospital's Acceptance and Mindfulness Based Partial Hospital program.
If you are having a difficult time in your life right now, I would love to work with you to understand why and a plan to move forward. I am a warm and collaborative psychologist who completed a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Harvard University and have worked with people struggling with depression and anxiety for 10+ years. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and mindfulness-based approaches for depression and anxiety disorders. I regularly use techniques from these different approaches based on what could be helpful for you.
Lisa W Coyne
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139
I am psychologist licensed in Massachusetts, and Founder of the New England Center for OCD and Anxiety.
I specialize in treating children, teens, and adults with OCD, anxiety, or related issues, and have nearly 30 years of experience. My goal is to help individuals who are struggling to build lives that they love - and it is an honor to journey with them to grow and thrive. My approach includes CBT (Exposure and Response Prevention; ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I provide individual and group therapy, consultation, assessment, and transition services for youth moving across levels of care. I also supervise and train for other clinicians, nationally and internationally.
I am psychologist licensed in Massachusetts, and Founder of the New England Center for OCD and Anxiety.
I specialize in treating children, teens, and adults with OCD, anxiety, or related issues, and have nearly 30 years of experience. My goal is to help individuals who are struggling to build lives that they love - and it is an honor to journey with them to grow and thrive. My approach includes CBT (Exposure and Response Prevention; ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I provide individual and group therapy, consultation, assessment, and transition services for youth moving across levels of care. I also supervise and train for other clinicians, nationally and internationally.
Cylie Wieck
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139 (Online Only)
She has extensive experience working with individuals who struggle with Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Perfectionism, Panic disorder, and OCD disorders.
Cylie Wieck is a Masters Level Mental Health Therapist. Cylie believes the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change, and enjoys bringing empathy, empowerment and authenticity to the space. She emphasizes the importance of understanding her clients for who they are - their values, their goals, their struggles and their strengths. Cylie understands beginning your journey to prioritize mental health can be intimidating, and strives to create an inclusive environment where clients feel heard and safe to explore through challenges, wins, and understanding ourselves more deeply.
She has extensive experience working with individuals who struggle with Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Perfectionism, Panic disorder, and OCD disorders.
Cylie Wieck is a Masters Level Mental Health Therapist. Cylie believes the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change, and enjoys bringing empathy, empowerment and authenticity to the space. She emphasizes the importance of understanding her clients for who they are - their values, their goals, their struggles and their strengths. Cylie understands beginning your journey to prioritize mental health can be intimidating, and strives to create an inclusive environment where clients feel heard and safe to explore through challenges, wins, and understanding ourselves more deeply.
Melissa Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139 (Online Only)
I'm a Social Worker licensed to practice in the states of Massachusetts and California trained in treating anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, life transitions, trauma, grief & loss. I am a strong advocate for social justice issues and have a commitment to working with marginalized communities over my 10+ years in the social services field. I have acquired specialized training in working with LGBTQ+ and Aging folks.
I'm a Social Worker licensed to practice in the states of Massachusetts and California trained in treating anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, life transitions, trauma, grief & loss. I am a strong advocate for social justice issues and have a commitment to working with marginalized communities over my 10+ years in the social services field. I have acquired specialized training in working with LGBTQ+ and Aging folks.
Thomas W. Westerling
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139
I specialize in helping clients with relationship issues, identity questions, existential angst, grief, obsessive and compulsive issues, anxiety, and life transitions.
It can be rather disheartening to expend considerable energy trying to change something and be left with a similar outcome. It is not easy to lead a fulfilling life while being caught in patterns outside of awareness. Psychotherapy gives the opportunity to look inward and ask how a fleeting thought, a dream, or a subtle change may be related to ongoing difficulties. Taking a closer look at something while also being curious during that exploration can open up a greater understanding and lead to meaningful changes.
I specialize in helping clients with relationship issues, identity questions, existential angst, grief, obsessive and compulsive issues, anxiety, and life transitions.
It can be rather disheartening to expend considerable energy trying to change something and be left with a similar outcome. It is not easy to lead a fulfilling life while being caught in patterns outside of awareness. Psychotherapy gives the opportunity to look inward and ask how a fleeting thought, a dream, or a subtle change may be related to ongoing difficulties. Taking a closer look at something while also being curious during that exploration can open up a greater understanding and lead to meaningful changes.
Sarah Rumeau
Counselor, LMHC, MFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139 (Online Only)
If you have come here to find a counselor, please know I consider it an honor and privilege to hear your story. As a licensed mental health counselor, I bring experience with college age, adult and senior populations in order to provide a supportive, encouraging and safe confidential space. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, relationship conflict, grief, infertility, separation/divorce, codependency, boundaries work, life transitions, career development, work-place challenges, sport-related issues, obsessive thoughts, unwanted ruminating thoughts, peer relationships, spirituality and more.
If you have come here to find a counselor, please know I consider it an honor and privilege to hear your story. As a licensed mental health counselor, I bring experience with college age, adult and senior populations in order to provide a supportive, encouraging and safe confidential space. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, relationship conflict, grief, infertility, separation/divorce, codependency, boundaries work, life transitions, career development, work-place challenges, sport-related issues, obsessive thoughts, unwanted ruminating thoughts, peer relationships, spirituality and more.
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Gary Rose
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
With 35 years as a teacher and clinician, I maintain a multi-specialty practice, applying the evidence-based principles of MI/CBT to problems ranging from sleep health, anxiety, cannabis misuse to sports performance. In addition to my expertise in health and sports psychology, I specialize in the assessment and treatment of individuals on the autistic spectrum disorder. I work with individuals of all ages, and adopt a shared decision-making approach to treatment, employing an array of evidence based best practices.
With 35 years as a teacher and clinician, I maintain a multi-specialty practice, applying the evidence-based principles of MI/CBT to problems ranging from sleep health, anxiety, cannabis misuse to sports performance. In addition to my expertise in health and sports psychology, I specialize in the assessment and treatment of individuals on the autistic spectrum disorder. I work with individuals of all ages, and adopt a shared decision-making approach to treatment, employing an array of evidence based best practices.
Doris Anne Jackson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist treating troubled relationships, depression, debilitating anxiety, traumatic loss, blocked vitality, underachievement. I have done in-depth psychotherapy with individuals and groups for over thirty years.
The capacity for joy and the ability to conduct relationships with integrity are key goals towards which my clients are working.
Relationships are are the core of in-depth psychotherapy. When my client and I build a good working relationship, psychotherapy can have a great impact on unhappiness and can turn a good life into a great life.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist treating troubled relationships, depression, debilitating anxiety, traumatic loss, blocked vitality, underachievement. I have done in-depth psychotherapy with individuals and groups for over thirty years.
The capacity for joy and the ability to conduct relationships with integrity are key goals towards which my clients are working.
Relationships are are the core of in-depth psychotherapy. When my client and I build a good working relationship, psychotherapy can have a great impact on unhappiness and can turn a good life into a great life.
Latifa Buxamusa
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
Dr. Latifa Buxamusa is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Massachusetts who specializes in neuropsychological and personality testing and has been practicing since 2017. Dr. Buxamusa received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Brandeis University before earning her Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from William James College. In her spare time, Dr. Buxamusa enjoys reading and baking.
Dr. Latifa Buxamusa is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Massachusetts who specializes in neuropsychological and personality testing and has been practicing since 2017. Dr. Buxamusa received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Brandeis University before earning her Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from William James College. In her spare time, Dr. Buxamusa enjoys reading and baking.
Michael Mookie C. Manalili
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MTS, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
What is a life worth living for you? This is ultimately the question we will journey into. Our work might explore your ways of relating to the given "problem", reframe particular internalized narratives, educate you on neurobiological frameworks, and/or encourage you to draw upon your own unique heritage, hopes, and motivations toward your behavioral change and your preferred life. I hope to remind each person of the maxim of narrative therapy: "the problem is the problem; the person is not the problem" (White, 1998). So, what story would you like to write through your actions, values, and life?
What is a life worth living for you? This is ultimately the question we will journey into. Our work might explore your ways of relating to the given "problem", reframe particular internalized narratives, educate you on neurobiological frameworks, and/or encourage you to draw upon your own unique heritage, hopes, and motivations toward your behavioral change and your preferred life. I hope to remind each person of the maxim of narrative therapy: "the problem is the problem; the person is not the problem" (White, 1998). So, what story would you like to write through your actions, values, and life?
Jackie Mascher
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139 (Online Only)
I'm a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I understand that seeking a therapist is an act of profound courage and wellness, and I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns. I work with you at your own pace to recognize, validate, and support your natural strengths while gently challenging you to identify, understand, and alleviate symptoms, suffering, and barriers to fulfillment.
I'm a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I understand that seeking a therapist is an act of profound courage and wellness, and I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns. I work with you at your own pace to recognize, validate, and support your natural strengths while gently challenging you to identify, understand, and alleviate symptoms, suffering, and barriers to fulfillment.
Christina Fields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CYT-200
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and thank you for visiting my page! I know how hard this first step can be, seeking and asking for help. I have a passion for working with anyone struggling with life transitions, and specialize partnering with females/female-identifying individuals who are managing complex family dynamics, peer relationships, addictions, trauma, or simply the challenges of growth. I strive to provide a judgement-free space for processing life's struggles and questions, while gently guiding and challenging, as needed.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page! I know how hard this first step can be, seeking and asking for help. I have a passion for working with anyone struggling with life transitions, and specialize partnering with females/female-identifying individuals who are managing complex family dynamics, peer relationships, addictions, trauma, or simply the challenges of growth. I strive to provide a judgement-free space for processing life's struggles and questions, while gently guiding and challenging, as needed.
David Goldfinger
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
My practice is devoted to helping people overcome challenges and live with a greater sense of personal agency. The process requires an openness to examining habitual patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior that - while once adaptive - may now be limiting growth, hindering relationships, and causing anxiety or depression. My approach is active and engaged. In addition to providing individual therapy, I also specialize in working with couples and leading groups.
My practice is devoted to helping people overcome challenges and live with a greater sense of personal agency. The process requires an openness to examining habitual patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior that - while once adaptive - may now be limiting growth, hindering relationships, and causing anxiety or depression. My approach is active and engaged. In addition to providing individual therapy, I also specialize in working with couples and leading groups.
Theresa Thompson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Not Verified Not Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
I believe whole-heartedly in each person's capacity to heal, and I work collaboratively with my clients. My work connects people with their strengths, their creativity and with their internal healing systems so that they can make the kinds of changes they want to make. My clients utilize the insights they discover and the tools they learn in our sessions to create more peace and joy in their lives.
I believe whole-heartedly in each person's capacity to heal, and I work collaboratively with my clients. My work connects people with their strengths, their creativity and with their internal healing systems so that they can make the kinds of changes they want to make. My clients utilize the insights they discover and the tools they learn in our sessions to create more peace and joy in their lives.
Elizabeth Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
Psychotherapy helps people face what is difficult in their lives. Beyond providing relief and support, growth in therapy leads to increased agency and purpose, more satisfying relationships, and to greater spontaneity and flexibility. I see people with complex histories who present with anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. I am engaged, committed and practical in my approach to helping people. I continue to train in experiential dynamic therapy models, which help clients access emotions and outgrow longstanding and broken coping strategies. These models include AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples) and ISTDP (Intensive Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy).
Psychotherapy helps people face what is difficult in their lives. Beyond providing relief and support, growth in therapy leads to increased agency and purpose, more satisfying relationships, and to greater spontaneity and flexibility. I see people with complex histories who present with anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. I am engaged, committed and practical in my approach to helping people. I continue to train in experiential dynamic therapy models, which help clients access emotions and outgrow longstanding and broken coping strategies. These models include AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples) and ISTDP (Intensive Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy).
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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 (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), 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.