Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Carlsbad, CA
I specialize in children, more specifically play therapy, tweens and teens, adult and pediatric OCD/BFRBs, perinatal mental health, and trauma related disorders.
I have acquired many specialties throughout my journey as a therapist. I am a Registered Play Therapist, certified in EMDR, Perinatal Mental Health Certified, graduate of both the adult and pediatric IOCDF Behavioral Therapy Training Institue for treating OCD using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and am trained in treating BFRBs using the ComB Model.
I specialize in children, more specifically play therapy, tweens and teens, adult and pediatric OCD/BFRBs, perinatal mental health, and trauma related disorders.
I have acquired many specialties throughout my journey as a therapist. I am a Registered Play Therapist, certified in EMDR, Perinatal Mental Health Certified, graduate of both the adult and pediatric IOCDF Behavioral Therapy Training Institue for treating OCD using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and am trained in treating BFRBs using the ComB Model.
I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, and attachment-related wounds.
I take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from a variety of theories and techniques to best meet each client’s unique needs. My goal is to use the methods that you respond to most effectively, ensuring that our work together feels personalized and supportive.
I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, and attachment-related wounds.
I take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from a variety of theories and techniques to best meet each client’s unique needs. My goal is to use the methods that you respond to most effectively, ensuring that our work together feels personalized and supportive.
I also specialize in OCD and am certified in ERP as well as trained in I-CBT.
Are you struggling to feel connected to an authentic and confidence sense of self? Do you often feel lonely, bored, or empty even though you have things in your life that should be bringing you fulfillment? Do you feel paralyzed by uncertainty or having to make decisions in your life? Maybe it seems that all areas of your life are being impacted by the internal chaos you are experiencing. I believe that happiness shouldn't be this hard, that there is a reason that you are struggling. Understanding the underlying reasons for your current symptoms, and the beliefs that formed them, can help you to make changes to your current life.
I also specialize in OCD and am certified in ERP as well as trained in I-CBT.
Are you struggling to feel connected to an authentic and confidence sense of self? Do you often feel lonely, bored, or empty even though you have things in your life that should be bringing you fulfillment? Do you feel paralyzed by uncertainty or having to make decisions in your life? Maybe it seems that all areas of your life are being impacted by the internal chaos you are experiencing. I believe that happiness shouldn't be this hard, that there is a reason that you are struggling. Understanding the underlying reasons for your current symptoms, and the beliefs that formed them, can help you to make changes to your current life.
You do not need "big trauma" to feel overwhelmed. Many people carry the weight of complex experiences, perfectionism, family dynamics, and shame, without naming it. Or you have always felt ‘not enough,’ even when things look fine on the outside. Whether you feel stuck, overthink, are on edge, or caught in painful patterns that do not make sense, we will explore how past experiences shape your relationships, reactions, and self-protection. I can help you make sense of old patterns, reduce internal pressure, and reconnect with yourself.
You do not need "big trauma" to feel overwhelmed. Many people carry the weight of complex experiences, perfectionism, family dynamics, and shame, without naming it. Or you have always felt ‘not enough,’ even when things look fine on the outside. Whether you feel stuck, overthink, are on edge, or caught in painful patterns that do not make sense, we will explore how past experiences shape your relationships, reactions, and self-protection. I can help you make sense of old patterns, reduce internal pressure, and reconnect with yourself.
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders and OCD using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Your mind never seems to stop. You replay conversations, question whether you made the right decision, worry about making mistakes, or feel trapped in cycles of overthinking. Maybe you're dealing with intrusive thoughts that don't match your values, panic attacks that seem to come out of nowhere, or perfectionism that's making work and relationships exhausting. The very qualities that helped you succeed may now be keeping you stuck. Many of my clients are high-functioning adults and ambitious kids. They don't need help becoming more successful - they need help managing the anxiety that gets in the way.
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders and OCD using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Your mind never seems to stop. You replay conversations, question whether you made the right decision, worry about making mistakes, or feel trapped in cycles of overthinking. Maybe you're dealing with intrusive thoughts that don't match your values, panic attacks that seem to come out of nowhere, or perfectionism that's making work and relationships exhausting. The very qualities that helped you succeed may now be keeping you stuck. Many of my clients are high-functioning adults and ambitious kids. They don't need help becoming more successful - they need help managing the anxiety that gets in the way.
I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, OCD and more.
I work with individuals and families, starting at age 13 and up. As a certified clinical trauma professional, I utilize CPT and EMDR for trauma care. I specialize in eating disorders and OCD, also treating anxiety, depression, personality and mood disorders, ADHD and more. I believe in using a variety of approaches to individualize care for my clients needs.
I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, OCD and more.
I work with individuals and families, starting at age 13 and up. As a certified clinical trauma professional, I utilize CPT and EMDR for trauma care. I specialize in eating disorders and OCD, also treating anxiety, depression, personality and mood disorders, ADHD and more. I believe in using a variety of approaches to individualize care for my clients needs.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
As a board certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT) by the Academy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies with extensive training at the Beck Institute, we will work with you to establish attainable goals, teach you how to use specific tools and gain the skills necessary to achieve and maintain your goals.
As a board certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT) by the Academy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies with extensive training at the Beck Institute, we will work with you to establish attainable goals, teach you how to use specific tools and gain the skills necessary to achieve and maintain your goals.
I believe one's mental health is the foundation for overall health and longevity. Feeling scene, heard and supported are the cornerstones of positive mental health. Having a safe sounding board can be life changing and my goal with clients is to make sure that they know they don't have to hold life's "heavy stuff" alone. Learning how to re-connect to self as well as improve communication with others is a focus when working together.
I believe one's mental health is the foundation for overall health and longevity. Feeling scene, heard and supported are the cornerstones of positive mental health. Having a safe sounding board can be life changing and my goal with clients is to make sure that they know they don't have to hold life's "heavy stuff" alone. Learning how to re-connect to self as well as improve communication with others is a focus when working together.
I specialize in anxiety disorders, panic disorder, OCD, phobias and trauma therapy for adults and teens who feel stuck in cycles of intense fear, chronic worry, overthinking, and self-doubt.
I help people overcome anxiety disorders, phobias and OCD using a compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based approach. I have specializing training through the IOCDF in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I support clients in facing fears, reducing anxiety and compulsions, and building lasting coping skills.
I specialize in anxiety disorders, panic disorder, OCD, phobias and trauma therapy for adults and teens who feel stuck in cycles of intense fear, chronic worry, overthinking, and self-doubt.
I help people overcome anxiety disorders, phobias and OCD using a compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based approach. I have specializing training through the IOCDF in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I support clients in facing fears, reducing anxiety and compulsions, and building lasting coping skills.
My practice focuses on the treatment of anxiety and related disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder and agoraphobia, health anxiety, specific phobias (particularly needle and medical phobias and fears), as well as OCD, trauma, and perinatal anxiety and OCD.
In therapy, you will learn to understand your anxiety and the role that avoidance behaviors play in maintaining anxious distress. You will learn tools to relate to your anxiety with increased curiosity, compassion, and acceptance, and you will have warm and knowledgeable professional helping guide you toward facing your fears.
My practice focuses on the treatment of anxiety and related disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder and agoraphobia, health anxiety, specific phobias (particularly needle and medical phobias and fears), as well as OCD, trauma, and perinatal anxiety and OCD.
In therapy, you will learn to understand your anxiety and the role that avoidance behaviors play in maintaining anxious distress. You will learn tools to relate to your anxiety with increased curiosity, compassion, and acceptance, and you will have warm and knowledgeable professional helping guide you toward facing your fears.
Anxiety and OCD are my specialties but I also have some training in alcohol and substance use issues, as I completed my practicum at Sharp McDonald Center and my associate hours at Bold Health.
The therapeutic relationship can be an invaluable opportunity to foster growth, take intelligent risks, and rewrite unhelpful narratives. Often the most important and difficult changes in life are internal. Moreover, the most critical changes can begin with the acceptance of a painful reality. Sometimes it is helpful to explore these realities with a supportive individual who has some distance from the situation. I find the most successful clients are curious about their own beliefs and feelings. While they want to be challenged, they also believe in the necessity of self-compassion.
Anxiety and OCD are my specialties but I also have some training in alcohol and substance use issues, as I completed my practicum at Sharp McDonald Center and my associate hours at Bold Health.
The therapeutic relationship can be an invaluable opportunity to foster growth, take intelligent risks, and rewrite unhelpful narratives. Often the most important and difficult changes in life are internal. Moreover, the most critical changes can begin with the acceptance of a painful reality. Sometimes it is helpful to explore these realities with a supportive individual who has some distance from the situation. I find the most successful clients are curious about their own beliefs and feelings. While they want to be challenged, they also believe in the necessity of self-compassion.
You’ve managed your anxiety for a while but lately it’s feeling more like your anxiety is managing you. You just want a moment of peace, where your mind isn’t spinning with what-ifs and to-dos, leaving you buzzing and frozen at the same time. You have some “coping skills” but lately even those feel as effective as putting out a wildfire with a squirt gun. And no matter how much others try to reassure you, you can’t shake the ever-present thought, “Yeah, but what if they’re WRONG?”
You’ve managed your anxiety for a while but lately it’s feeling more like your anxiety is managing you. You just want a moment of peace, where your mind isn’t spinning with what-ifs and to-dos, leaving you buzzing and frozen at the same time. You have some “coping skills” but lately even those feel as effective as putting out a wildfire with a squirt gun. And no matter how much others try to reassure you, you can’t shake the ever-present thought, “Yeah, but what if they’re WRONG?”
OCD, depression, and anxiety can shape daily life in exhausting ways, whether it's intrusive thoughts, a heaviness that won't lift, or worry that won't quiet down.
I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Together we'll work to loosen the grip of intrusive thoughts, build steadier coping tools, and process emotions in a way that actually sticks.
OCD, depression, and anxiety can shape daily life in exhausting ways, whether it's intrusive thoughts, a heaviness that won't lift, or worry that won't quiet down.
I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Together we'll work to loosen the grip of intrusive thoughts, build steadier coping tools, and process emotions in a way that actually sticks.
Additionally, I focus on body-focused repetitive disorders like trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder), ADHD, OCD, anxiety & infertility issues.
I use an integrative humanistic and client-centered approach within a holistic framework, incorporating modalities such as mindfulness, DBT, CBT, and narrative therapy. I don’t adhere to just one approach; instead, I draw upon various modalities that I believe will benefit you. This includes anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, self-esteem issues, & much more!
Additionally, I focus on body-focused repetitive disorders like trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder), ADHD, OCD, anxiety & infertility issues.
I use an integrative humanistic and client-centered approach within a holistic framework, incorporating modalities such as mindfulness, DBT, CBT, and narrative therapy. I don’t adhere to just one approach; instead, I draw upon various modalities that I believe will benefit you. This includes anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, self-esteem issues, & much more!
I am a psychotherapist who offers a compassionate, thoughtful, and empathetic approach to therapy. I help individuals increase curiosity and understanding about their life experiences, and identify and work through blocks to healthy relationships, balance, and overall well-being.
I am a psychotherapist who offers a compassionate, thoughtful, and empathetic approach to therapy. I help individuals increase curiosity and understanding about their life experiences, and identify and work through blocks to healthy relationships, balance, and overall well-being.
If you’re struggling with behavioral, alcohol, or substance addictions, the journey can feel overwhelming and isolating. These challenges can lead to a deep sense of frustration, guilt, or even hopelessness as you try to reclaim control over your life. Understanding that the path to recovery is not linear, my focus is on providing a structured and compassionate space where we can explore these issues together. Through a program designed to address your unique needs, I aim to guide you toward lasting transformation.
If you’re struggling with behavioral, alcohol, or substance addictions, the journey can feel overwhelming and isolating. These challenges can lead to a deep sense of frustration, guilt, or even hopelessness as you try to reclaim control over your life. Understanding that the path to recovery is not linear, my focus is on providing a structured and compassionate space where we can explore these issues together. Through a program designed to address your unique needs, I aim to guide you toward lasting transformation.
With 15 years of experience as a school psychologist and as a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP), I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and families with the challenges that can impact success both at school and at home. I provide individualized support for anxiety, ADHD, executive functioning, emotional regulation, behavior, social skills, and school-related stress. My approach is practical, collaborative, and strength based with a focus on giving children and parents realistic strategies. My extensive experience in the school system allows me to help families better understand and navigate educational concerns.
With 15 years of experience as a school psychologist and as a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP), I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and families with the challenges that can impact success both at school and at home. I provide individualized support for anxiety, ADHD, executive functioning, emotional regulation, behavior, social skills, and school-related stress. My approach is practical, collaborative, and strength based with a focus on giving children and parents realistic strategies. My extensive experience in the school system allows me to help families better understand and navigate educational concerns.
You thought becoming a parent or trying to become one would feel different. Instead, you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or like you've lost yourself somewhere along the way. Maybe you're constantly worrying, struggling after a difficult birth, grieving infertility or pregnancy loss, or simply trying to hold everything together while feeling like you're falling apart inside. You don't have to keep carrying it alone.
You thought becoming a parent or trying to become one would feel different. Instead, you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or like you've lost yourself somewhere along the way. Maybe you're constantly worrying, struggling after a difficult birth, grieving infertility or pregnancy loss, or simply trying to hold everything together while feeling like you're falling apart inside. You don't have to keep carrying it alone.
Some of the issues I specialize in include: Anger Management, Behavioral Issues, Family Conflict, LGBTQIA, Obsessive-Compulsive ( OCD), Relationship Issues, Sexual Addiction, Sexual Abuse, Substance Use, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD, and more.
Navigating the complexity of today’s stress levels can be difficult. If you add to that, the problems with addiction, relationships, trauma, and low self-esteem, then life, in general, can be overwhelming. Selecting the right Therapist is an important step in building your support team for recovery. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to develop and provide integrated (addiction/mental health) services to individuals, families, and corporations for more than 30 years.
Some of the issues I specialize in include: Anger Management, Behavioral Issues, Family Conflict, LGBTQIA, Obsessive-Compulsive ( OCD), Relationship Issues, Sexual Addiction, Sexual Abuse, Substance Use, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD, and more.
Navigating the complexity of today’s stress levels can be difficult. If you add to that, the problems with addiction, relationships, trauma, and low self-esteem, then life, in general, can be overwhelming. Selecting the right Therapist is an important step in building your support team for recovery. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to develop and provide integrated (addiction/mental health) services to individuals, families, and corporations for more than 30 years.
Stavroula Stella Alatzas, MSW, LCSW, CA License: 82373. I utilize an eclectic approach that is highlighted by compassion, accurate empathy, and trust in order for clients to heal their pain and navigate the complexities of life. I emphasize a collaborative approach aimed at bringing the desired change. As a clinical social worker, I have been trained to utilize a person-in-environment approach and examine all variables impacting a client's life. I treat individuals 18 and over that might be struggling with mood disorders including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
Stavroula Stella Alatzas, MSW, LCSW, CA License: 82373. I utilize an eclectic approach that is highlighted by compassion, accurate empathy, and trust in order for clients to heal their pain and navigate the complexities of life. I emphasize a collaborative approach aimed at bringing the desired change. As a clinical social worker, I have been trained to utilize a person-in-environment approach and examine all variables impacting a client's life. I treat individuals 18 and over that might be struggling with mood disorders including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
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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.