Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in 21284
Donna E Burns
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, CCBT, NCC
Verified Verified
Towson, MD 21284
I have been treating OCD and Anxiety for over 25 years.
OCD and other forms of anxiety don't need to control or interfere with your life to the extent they do now. There are effective cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques/tools that you can learn to improve the quality of your life.
I have been treating OCD and Anxiety for over 25 years.
OCD and other forms of anxiety don't need to control or interfere with your life to the extent they do now. There are effective cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques/tools that you can learn to improve the quality of your life.
Ariana Tantum
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Towson, MD 21284
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based care for children, adolescents, adults, and their families. I have expertise in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of behavioral and emotional challenges, including major depression, generalized anxiety, specific phobia, selective mutism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and serious mental illness (SMI). Additionally, I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with various complex medical conditions and addressing behavioral/emotional difficulties related to medical procedures, adherence, and treatment.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based care for children, adolescents, adults, and their families. I have expertise in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of behavioral and emotional challenges, including major depression, generalized anxiety, specific phobia, selective mutism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and serious mental illness (SMI). Additionally, I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with various complex medical conditions and addressing behavioral/emotional difficulties related to medical procedures, adherence, and treatment.
Yitzy Katz
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Towson, MD 21284
Are you struggling with anxiety that disrupts your daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed that your life hasn't improved? Have you ever been in therapy before for these concerns? Most likely you’ve been asked that question before, but nothing changes. Do you feel ashamed that no therapist has been able to considerably help you? Do you hope that maybe this time things can change? You aren't the only who feels anxious and asks these questions.
Are you struggling with anxiety that disrupts your daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed that your life hasn't improved? Have you ever been in therapy before for these concerns? Most likely you’ve been asked that question before, but nothing changes. Do you feel ashamed that no therapist has been able to considerably help you? Do you hope that maybe this time things can change? You aren't the only who feels anxious and asks these questions.
Lorah Bess Hauf
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21284
Privately owned, welcoming family practice. Do you see yourself as an out of the box, possibly Neurodivergent person? Are you done with feeling overwhelmed and off track? Cut through the noise to find a path that works for you and the unique way you process the world. I work with teens and adults with ADHD, anxiety, low self esteem, trouble with emotional regulation and clients who are navigating complicated family dynamics. Finding the right vibe is critical for success in therapy. So, who am I you, might ask?
Privately owned, welcoming family practice. Do you see yourself as an out of the box, possibly Neurodivergent person? Are you done with feeling overwhelmed and off track? Cut through the noise to find a path that works for you and the unique way you process the world. I work with teens and adults with ADHD, anxiety, low self esteem, trouble with emotional regulation and clients who are navigating complicated family dynamics. Finding the right vibe is critical for success in therapy. So, who am I you, might ask?
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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.