Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in 92661

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The Online Counselor, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, CPC, MHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92661  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
These are some of the ways that Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is experienced.
Any of these thoughts sound familiar? What if I harm someone? What if I harm myself? What if I act on an urge to do something I really don’t want to do? What if I am a bad person and just fooling everyone? What if I touched something that could contaminate me or my family? What if I want to act on that sexual thought I really didn’t like? What if I go to jail for something I did but forgot or didn't know? What if that thing I did will come back to haunt me? What if I cheat on my partner? What if I am with the 'wrong' partner even though I love my partner? What if my sexual orientation will change even though I don't want it to?
These are some of the ways that Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is experienced.
Any of these thoughts sound familiar? What if I harm someone? What if I harm myself? What if I act on an urge to do something I really don’t want to do? What if I am a bad person and just fooling everyone? What if I touched something that could contaminate me or my family? What if I want to act on that sexual thought I really didn’t like? What if I go to jail for something I did but forgot or didn't know? What if that thing I did will come back to haunt me? What if I cheat on my partner? What if I am with the 'wrong' partner even though I love my partner? What if my sexual orientation will change even though I don't want it to?
(702) 276-7488 View (702) 276-7488
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Lisa Rowley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92661
I find it a privilege to work with individuals during periods of growth, transition, or challenge in their lives, and have been in private practice for 20 years. I work primarily with the diagnoses of depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating issues, adjustment disorders, and relationship difficulties. My approach to psychotherapy is primarily psychodynamic and depth-oriented. I also have a strong interest in contemporary and relational psychoanalysis. I believe in the therapeutic process for symptom relief, for personal insight, for experiencing new ways of being, and for the deepening of human relationships.
I find it a privilege to work with individuals during periods of growth, transition, or challenge in their lives, and have been in private practice for 20 years. I work primarily with the diagnoses of depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating issues, adjustment disorders, and relationship difficulties. My approach to psychotherapy is primarily psychodynamic and depth-oriented. I also have a strong interest in contemporary and relational psychoanalysis. I believe in the therapeutic process for symptom relief, for personal insight, for experiencing new ways of being, and for the deepening of human relationships.
(949) 430-7197 View (949) 430-7197
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Martin A Perez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92661
If you are seeking my services because you or a loved is dealing with a challenging medical diagnosis psychological consultation can be an important and effective addition to a medical treatment plan. I approach each case from a cognitive-behavioral framework and I am goal-oriented in my approach to your therapy. You will find I am empathic, sensitive to your needs and genuinely concerned with your outcome. My aim is to provide you with the highest quality scientifically-driven psychological care. I am ready to listen, and give you the tools you need to deal with the challenges ahead.
If you are seeking my services because you or a loved is dealing with a challenging medical diagnosis psychological consultation can be an important and effective addition to a medical treatment plan. I approach each case from a cognitive-behavioral framework and I am goal-oriented in my approach to your therapy. You will find I am empathic, sensitive to your needs and genuinely concerned with your outcome. My aim is to provide you with the highest quality scientifically-driven psychological care. I am ready to listen, and give you the tools you need to deal with the challenges ahead.
(949) 407-5457 View (949) 407-5457
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Anna Elizabeth Morley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92661
My goal is to assist teens and their families establish healthy communication and connection. I offer warmth and empathy, coupled with education, experience, and evidence-based tools. For the past ten years I have help teens improve their self-concept, establish healthy boundaries, improve mood, and work through traumas. Also, my training in family systems theory allows me to understand the important role each family member plays in the well-being of their child. Therefore, I work with parents on providing the support and structure needed to help their teen strive.
My goal is to assist teens and their families establish healthy communication and connection. I offer warmth and empathy, coupled with education, experience, and evidence-based tools. For the past ten years I have help teens improve their self-concept, establish healthy boundaries, improve mood, and work through traumas. Also, my training in family systems theory allows me to understand the important role each family member plays in the well-being of their child. Therefore, I work with parents on providing the support and structure needed to help their teen strive.
(949) 558-3289 View (949) 558-3289
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Kimiko Castle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92661
Now offering zoom sessions. And free 15 min zoom consultation, to see if we are a good fit. Do you have relationship issues and can't figure out why? Are you depressed because you feel like you have no purpose? Is your anxiety debilitating? I am here to help you work through what's keeping you from the freedom you are seeking. I help clients process and understand blocks in there life. Whether that may be an addiction, communication issues, or the deeper roots of something in your past. I believe the relationship between a therapist and a client begins with authenticity seek to create a space of safety for your healing process.
Now offering zoom sessions. And free 15 min zoom consultation, to see if we are a good fit. Do you have relationship issues and can't figure out why? Are you depressed because you feel like you have no purpose? Is your anxiety debilitating? I am here to help you work through what's keeping you from the freedom you are seeking. I help clients process and understand blocks in there life. Whether that may be an addiction, communication issues, or the deeper roots of something in your past. I believe the relationship between a therapist and a client begins with authenticity seek to create a space of safety for your healing process.
(949) 531-7819 View (949) 531-7819
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Andrea d Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92661
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen, I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen, I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 559-3222 View (714) 559-3222
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Andrea D Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92661
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen, I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen, I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 710-1498 View (714) 710-1498
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Andrea D. Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92661
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen, I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen, I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 316-0413 View (714) 316-0413
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Andrea D Schoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92661
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen, I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
When you have tried to resolve issues on your own, and things just aren't changing, it is time to seek professional help. Perhaps your or your significant other's past and unresolved issues are what is creating the distress; an inability to trust, to feel joy and happiness, to pursue dreams. It is important to seek help early on so that things do not worsen. Whether you are seeking marriage counseling, individual therapy, or therapy for your teen, I can help you get on track to a healthier more fulfilling life.
(714) 710-1408 View (714) 710-1408
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Facing Your Fears
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92661
Facing Your Fears has been helping hundreds of people across the country with dealing with their stress, their anxiety, their lack of direction and their fears -for over a decade. The program can be completed individually, with groups or over the computer. We have multiple therapists and locations on the area. Stop self sabotaging yourself and find the success you desire in all aspects of your life. New groups are forming now.
Facing Your Fears has been helping hundreds of people across the country with dealing with their stress, their anxiety, their lack of direction and their fears -for over a decade. The program can be completed individually, with groups or over the computer. We have multiple therapists and locations on the area. Stop self sabotaging yourself and find the success you desire in all aspects of your life. New groups are forming now.
(949) 397-2798 View (949) 397-2798
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Ken Graves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92661
Are you getting ready for the holidays and feeling stressed? Maybe you are already feeling pressure from family or friends to be "perfect". We can help! Maybe you need a refresher on skills or ways to catch up. Can you relate? You are not alone. What if I told you life can be more than just get through it. What if we could make some tweaks here and there to get you on track? Would you be in? The type of therapy that we do is specific, short-term, and straight to the point. No messing around. Oh and by the way Holidays are coming... are you ready for the chaos that comes with this time of the year?
Are you getting ready for the holidays and feeling stressed? Maybe you are already feeling pressure from family or friends to be "perfect". We can help! Maybe you need a refresher on skills or ways to catch up. Can you relate? You are not alone. What if I told you life can be more than just get through it. What if we could make some tweaks here and there to get you on track? Would you be in? The type of therapy that we do is specific, short-term, and straight to the point. No messing around. Oh and by the way Holidays are coming... are you ready for the chaos that comes with this time of the year?
(714) 874-9270 View (714) 874-9270
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Lido Wellness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92661
Waitlist for new clients
I provide outpatient therapeutic services for individuals struggling with a variety of clinical presentations. However, I specialize in treating individuals and families struggling with Mood Disorders, Addiction, Eating Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders. For those patients that may need more intensive care, I am the Program Director at Lido Wellness Center, a PHP & IOP specializing in trauma and mental health treatment. We offer a comprehensive and unique treatment approach focusing on Somatic Experiencing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Life Skills to assist patient's in reclaiming their lives and fostering lasting change.
I provide outpatient therapeutic services for individuals struggling with a variety of clinical presentations. However, I specialize in treating individuals and families struggling with Mood Disorders, Addiction, Eating Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders. For those patients that may need more intensive care, I am the Program Director at Lido Wellness Center, a PHP & IOP specializing in trauma and mental health treatment. We offer a comprehensive and unique treatment approach focusing on Somatic Experiencing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Life Skills to assist patient's in reclaiming their lives and fostering lasting change.
(949) 558-3161 View (949) 558-3161
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Bryan Forbes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92661
The clients I work with experience a lot of anxiety: overwhelming or racing thoughts, difficulty relaxing, trouble making decisions, self-doubt, and feeling stuck in their head. My clients also often struggle to express themselves and deal with A LOT of internal dialogue. And the internal dialogue is not usually positive...it's often tiring and burdensome. All in all, my clients that experience this type of anxiety are after a more relaxed life. They want to enhance their ability to express themselves, and they want to feel less anxious about everything in their lives. These are the clients I believe I can provide the most help to.
The clients I work with experience a lot of anxiety: overwhelming or racing thoughts, difficulty relaxing, trouble making decisions, self-doubt, and feeling stuck in their head. My clients also often struggle to express themselves and deal with A LOT of internal dialogue. And the internal dialogue is not usually positive...it's often tiring and burdensome. All in all, my clients that experience this type of anxiety are after a more relaxed life. They want to enhance their ability to express themselves, and they want to feel less anxious about everything in their lives. These are the clients I believe I can provide the most help to.
(949) 867-7871 View (949) 867-7871
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Dr. Sarwat Waraich Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92661  (Online Only)
You're entirely powerless. You've begun isolating from your family. The shame is so deep that you're afraid to look them in the eye. They'll surely see the heavy secret you've been carrying. You've tried to be "good enough" for him, but the cycle of emotional abuse and manipulation is never-ending. You've begun to question your sanity. You made excuses for their behavior, his "moods". You've changed yourself to appease him and lost yourself in the process. You no longer recognize the woman in the mirror with her sad and tired eyes. You've disconnected from you friends and the things you once loved. You've lost who you are.
You're entirely powerless. You've begun isolating from your family. The shame is so deep that you're afraid to look them in the eye. They'll surely see the heavy secret you've been carrying. You've tried to be "good enough" for him, but the cycle of emotional abuse and manipulation is never-ending. You've begun to question your sanity. You made excuses for their behavior, his "moods". You've changed yourself to appease him and lost yourself in the process. You no longer recognize the woman in the mirror with her sad and tired eyes. You've disconnected from you friends and the things you once loved. You've lost who you are.
(626) 283-5852 View (626) 283-5852
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Melissa Foulks
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92661  (Online Only)
You want to appear like you have it all together, but deep down you are struggling. Maybe you’re tired of overthinking every decision, picking yourself apart every chance you get, or feeling like you’re always worrying. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to make peace with your past. You’re ready to feel a sense of calmness. You’re ready to live your life with confidence & purpose, & I can help you get there!
You want to appear like you have it all together, but deep down you are struggling. Maybe you’re tired of overthinking every decision, picking yourself apart every chance you get, or feeling like you’re always worrying. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to make peace with your past. You’re ready to feel a sense of calmness. You’re ready to live your life with confidence & purpose, & I can help you get there!
(818) 798-9508 View (818) 798-9508
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Diana Nguyen Borsack
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92661
We all want the best for our children: to help them grow and teach them the necessary skills to succeed in life. When we communicate with open ears and conscious hearts, this allows for healthy relationships to build. Effective therapy utilized this approach of open communication in order to foster the growth and development of youth. I strive to help every child feel that they have control over their lives, and offer the necessary skills to be happy, healthy, and to make their own positive decisions.
We all want the best for our children: to help them grow and teach them the necessary skills to succeed in life. When we communicate with open ears and conscious hearts, this allows for healthy relationships to build. Effective therapy utilized this approach of open communication in order to foster the growth and development of youth. I strive to help every child feel that they have control over their lives, and offer the necessary skills to be happy, healthy, and to make their own positive decisions.
(714) 701-6370 View (714) 701-6370
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.