Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Oakland, CA
I have over 30 years of experience providing cognitive-behavior therapy for anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and chronic insomnia. I am a licensed psychologist, co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, Board Certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, and a faculty member of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am the author of sixteen books and present workshops and trainings to national and international audiences.
I have over 30 years of experience providing cognitive-behavior therapy for anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and chronic insomnia. I am a licensed psychologist, co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, Board Certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, and a faculty member of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am the author of sixteen books and present workshops and trainings to national and international audiences.
For OCD, I use a combination of ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and EMDR.
I believe in healing ourselves and each other as the first step toward healing our planet. My intention as a therapist is to guide people toward empowerment and healing in order to live their fullest and most joyful lives possible. I believe that we all have this capacity within us, and therapy can help us to move through our past trauma, oppressive social conditioning, anxieties and other stresses to be our best selves.
For OCD, I use a combination of ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and EMDR.
I believe in healing ourselves and each other as the first step toward healing our planet. My intention as a therapist is to guide people toward empowerment and healing in order to live their fullest and most joyful lives possible. I believe that we all have this capacity within us, and therapy can help us to move through our past trauma, oppressive social conditioning, anxieties and other stresses to be our best selves.
Adulting is hard! So is being a kid! My therapy offers a safe space to strengthen you and/or your child’s resiliency and find the ease you’ve been seeking. Together, let’s deepen your self-understanding with therapy in a collaborative journey of compassion, healing, and skill building. We all need support at times to develop our strengths, gain guidance towards healing, and create space for positive change.
Adulting is hard! So is being a kid! My therapy offers a safe space to strengthen you and/or your child’s resiliency and find the ease you’ve been seeking. Together, let’s deepen your self-understanding with therapy in a collaborative journey of compassion, healing, and skill building. We all need support at times to develop our strengths, gain guidance towards healing, and create space for positive change.
” You or your teen struggle with anxiety, OCD, or trauma.
I will help you to approach your problem in a new way. Using evidence-based strategies, you'll learn to stop worrying and to overcome your fears in a safe, supportive way. When you're good at facing your fears, you'll feel better and get back to living your best life.
” You or your teen struggle with anxiety, OCD, or trauma.
I will help you to approach your problem in a new way. Using evidence-based strategies, you'll learn to stop worrying and to overcome your fears in a safe, supportive way. When you're good at facing your fears, you'll feel better and get back to living your best life.
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety (and related concerns like perfectionism and people pleasing), as well as working with individuals on a broad range of relationship issues.
I tailor my treatment approach to your goals. This may look like using ERP and ACT to change your relationship with anxiety/ OCD and increase valued action, DBT to increase skills for balancing acceptance and change, or exploring what is getting in the way of you having the relationships you want. With everyone, I emphasize self-compassion.
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety (and related concerns like perfectionism and people pleasing), as well as working with individuals on a broad range of relationship issues.
I tailor my treatment approach to your goals. This may look like using ERP and ACT to change your relationship with anxiety/ OCD and increase valued action, DBT to increase skills for balancing acceptance and change, or exploring what is getting in the way of you having the relationships you want. With everyone, I emphasize self-compassion.
I have specialized training in treating OCD and related disorders, including social anxiety, specific phobias, and health anxiety.
I have specialized training in the treatment of OCD and related disorders, including social anxiety, specific phobias, and health anxiety. I also provide culturally-responsive and affirming therapy to multiethnic, Latinx, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities. Additionally, I have an interest in working with mental health practitioners seeking their own therapy.
I have specialized training in treating OCD and related disorders, including social anxiety, specific phobias, and health anxiety.
I have specialized training in the treatment of OCD and related disorders, including social anxiety, specific phobias, and health anxiety. I also provide culturally-responsive and affirming therapy to multiethnic, Latinx, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities. Additionally, I have an interest in working with mental health practitioners seeking their own therapy.
I am also trained in DBT for emotion regulation, and both I-CBT and ERP for OCD treatment.
You probably already have a theory about what's going wrong. You might even know the solution. Many people do by the time they call. The hard part is rarely knowing what isn't working, it's identifying and working through a process that leads to long term change. This is where I come in. I work with you to 1) clearly identify your therapy goals, 2) identify what would have to shift to attain these goals, 3) develop and implement a plan for change that persists. While insight is valuable, the process of transforming insight into new ways of thinking and behaving is where most people get stuck, and it is where I am most useful.
I am also trained in DBT for emotion regulation, and both I-CBT and ERP for OCD treatment.
You probably already have a theory about what's going wrong. You might even know the solution. Many people do by the time they call. The hard part is rarely knowing what isn't working, it's identifying and working through a process that leads to long term change. This is where I come in. I work with you to 1) clearly identify your therapy goals, 2) identify what would have to shift to attain these goals, 3) develop and implement a plan for change that persists. While insight is valuable, the process of transforming insight into new ways of thinking and behaving is where most people get stuck, and it is where I am most useful.
I’m a co-founder of the Oakland CBT Center, where I focus on treating Anxiety, OCD, & Substance Use.
You want to feel more present in your life, break old patterns, gain tools that truly help, & stop avoiding what matters. Together, we’ll work toward real change that is practical, compassionate, and aligned with your values.
What you need isn’t endless exploration, it’s an active approach that meets you where you are, & helps you to take steps toward meaningful change. That’s where we begin.
I’m a co-founder of the Oakland CBT Center, where I focus on treating Anxiety, OCD, & Substance Use.
You want to feel more present in your life, break old patterns, gain tools that truly help, & stop avoiding what matters. Together, we’ll work toward real change that is practical, compassionate, and aligned with your values.
What you need isn’t endless exploration, it’s an active approach that meets you where you are, & helps you to take steps toward meaningful change. That’s where we begin.
I have also focused on extensive training in treating past and recent trauma, EMDR, OCD(utilizing ERP), anxiety/depression, play therapy, parenting, addiction, and working with family systems.
I am passionate about promoting mental health access for all and fostering a therapeutic space based on compassion, equity, and dignity. The purpose of therapy is to become free from the grips of anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and hurtful relationships. As human beings, we all struggle. Healing is when these struggles no longer control you.
I have also focused on extensive training in treating past and recent trauma, EMDR, OCD(utilizing ERP), anxiety/depression, play therapy, parenting, addiction, and working with family systems.
I am passionate about promoting mental health access for all and fostering a therapeutic space based on compassion, equity, and dignity. The purpose of therapy is to become free from the grips of anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and hurtful relationships. As human beings, we all struggle. Healing is when these struggles no longer control you.
I specialize in treating anxiety and depression, with advanced training in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD.
My mission is to provide accessible, effective mental health care. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a happy, fulfilling life, and I’m dedicated to helping clients reach their full potential. With a passion for helping others, I offer a warm, supportive environment where individuals can comfortably discuss their thoughts and feelings. Known for my compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I help clients identify and overcome obstacles. Together, we develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals.
I specialize in treating anxiety and depression, with advanced training in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD.
My mission is to provide accessible, effective mental health care. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a happy, fulfilling life, and I’m dedicated to helping clients reach their full potential. With a passion for helping others, I offer a warm, supportive environment where individuals can comfortably discuss their thoughts and feelings. Known for my compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I help clients identify and overcome obstacles. Together, we develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals.
I provide specialized, deeply compassionate OCD therapy tailored for tweens, teens, and adults.
Whether your child is struggling to open up, or you are an adult seeking relief, I offer a safe space to heal. Let’s work together toward lasting change.
I provide specialized, deeply compassionate OCD therapy tailored for tweens, teens, and adults.
Whether your child is struggling to open up, or you are an adult seeking relief, I offer a safe space to heal. Let’s work together toward lasting change.
I often attract people working with themes self-deservingness and emotional overextension, anxiety and obsessive thinking, chronic pain and self-care.
We live in a world that encourages us to ignore, override, and forget our experience. Therapy provides a space for deep self-inquiry where we can learn to become aware and accepting of all parts of ourselves. With curiosity and reflection, I want to support you to explore and understand your experience. When we explore what’s happening for us internally, our beliefs, and the unmet needs we carry, and when we can bring curiosity, care, and increased awareness, then new possibilities open up. We find ways to relate to ourselves and the world with more balance, ease, and belonging.
I often attract people working with themes self-deservingness and emotional overextension, anxiety and obsessive thinking, chronic pain and self-care.
We live in a world that encourages us to ignore, override, and forget our experience. Therapy provides a space for deep self-inquiry where we can learn to become aware and accepting of all parts of ourselves. With curiosity and reflection, I want to support you to explore and understand your experience. When we explore what’s happening for us internally, our beliefs, and the unmet needs we carry, and when we can bring curiosity, care, and increased awareness, then new possibilities open up. We find ways to relate to ourselves and the world with more balance, ease, and belonging.
I work with clients experiencing life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, OCD and/ trauma.
Hello, I'm a licensed therapist, located in Oakland, CA. I see clients throughout the state, via tele therapy. Deciding to start therapy takes courage, and I am glad you are here! If you are feeling anxious, sad, lonely, or overwhelmed, I can help. Or maybe you are feeling pretty good, ready for a new adventure, exploring a potential transition, or wanting to better understand yourself. Together, we can create a space that is all yours and safe for exploration and growth.
I work with clients experiencing life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, OCD and/ trauma.
Hello, I'm a licensed therapist, located in Oakland, CA. I see clients throughout the state, via tele therapy. Deciding to start therapy takes courage, and I am glad you are here! If you are feeling anxious, sad, lonely, or overwhelmed, I can help. Or maybe you are feeling pretty good, ready for a new adventure, exploring a potential transition, or wanting to better understand yourself. Together, we can create a space that is all yours and safe for exploration and growth.
After twenty-five years of helping clients my counseling approach is to look for the Health within you regardless of what you are currently experiencing. Once you get a sense of this inner Health you can use it to overcome the obstacles that are preventing you from enjoying your life or your relationships. I help you focus on areas of difficulty with kind acceptance. Anxiety, depression and unhappiness transform into greater contentment. You begin to experience yourself as bigger than the problem.
After twenty-five years of helping clients my counseling approach is to look for the Health within you regardless of what you are currently experiencing. Once you get a sense of this inner Health you can use it to overcome the obstacles that are preventing you from enjoying your life or your relationships. I help you focus on areas of difficulty with kind acceptance. Anxiety, depression and unhappiness transform into greater contentment. You begin to experience yourself as bigger than the problem.
I incorporate Gestalt and IFS-informed parts work, attachment theory, psychodynamic insight, dreamwork, and iCBT for OCD where appropriate.
My work supports those who feel weighed down by shame. For some this presents as distressing thoughts, rumination, & relationship anxiety. For others it may come in the form of isolation, depression, or addiction. If you are seeking new ways of relating to both yourself and others, therapy can be a transformative path inwards. Despite the many demands that you may be under right now, therapy offers a dedicated time and space to self-reflect and make contact with the parts of yourself that too often get dismissed or suppressed. I am currently accepting new clients, including: couples, individuals, children and teens.
I incorporate Gestalt and IFS-informed parts work, attachment theory, psychodynamic insight, dreamwork, and iCBT for OCD where appropriate.
My work supports those who feel weighed down by shame. For some this presents as distressing thoughts, rumination, & relationship anxiety. For others it may come in the form of isolation, depression, or addiction. If you are seeking new ways of relating to both yourself and others, therapy can be a transformative path inwards. Despite the many demands that you may be under right now, therapy offers a dedicated time and space to self-reflect and make contact with the parts of yourself that too often get dismissed or suppressed. I am currently accepting new clients, including: couples, individuals, children and teens.
I specialize in working with youth and their families who experience Tourette Syndrome, Selective Mutism, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
I use evidence based practices in my work including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Comprehensive Behavioral Interventions for Tics (CBIT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. All my work is done with developmental level in mind to make sure that the interventions are individually matched.
I specialize in working with youth and their families who experience Tourette Syndrome, Selective Mutism, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
I use evidence based practices in my work including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Comprehensive Behavioral Interventions for Tics (CBIT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. All my work is done with developmental level in mind to make sure that the interventions are individually matched.
I am great a support for those looking to learn nervous system support for trauma, anxiety, OCD, or managing addiction.
We would be a great fit if you are looking for an exposure therapist to work on anxiety/ OCD, interested in inner child work, or needing nervous system support. I value spirituality, practice energetic hygiene, and believe in doing ongoing inner personal work. I love working with all ages and especially with kids and teens.
I am great a support for those looking to learn nervous system support for trauma, anxiety, OCD, or managing addiction.
We would be a great fit if you are looking for an exposure therapist to work on anxiety/ OCD, interested in inner child work, or needing nervous system support. I value spirituality, practice energetic hygiene, and believe in doing ongoing inner personal work. I love working with all ages and especially with kids and teens.
I am an anxiety specialist, trained to work directly with OCD symptoms in adolescents and adults, as well as working with families and couples where OCD is present.
I welcome collaboration and creativity in the therapeutic process! My approach is to listen with curiosity and attention. I enjoy working with neurodivergent adults and adolescents. I support couples and relationships that are experiencing challenges because of different "wiring" that leads to misattunement and dysregulation. I understand the challenges that parents can face in taking care of their complex children. I work with all identities and family structures. I welcome clients who are queer, gender diverse, or in less traditional relationship configurations.
I am an anxiety specialist, trained to work directly with OCD symptoms in adolescents and adults, as well as working with families and couples where OCD is present.
I welcome collaboration and creativity in the therapeutic process! My approach is to listen with curiosity and attention. I enjoy working with neurodivergent adults and adolescents. I support couples and relationships that are experiencing challenges because of different "wiring" that leads to misattunement and dysregulation. I understand the challenges that parents can face in taking care of their complex children. I work with all identities and family structures. I welcome clients who are queer, gender diverse, or in less traditional relationship configurations.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety in everyday life (related to relationships, work stress, or life transitions) as well as anxiety stemming from specific concerns such as panic attacks, OCD, or phobias like driving and flying.
My style is warm and collaborative. I encourage self-compassion while also gently challenging patterns that may be keeping you stuck. I am flexible about session structure, depending on your needs. I can effectively guide treatment towards specific goals (for OCD/phobias) and I also see the value in slower talk therapy sessions where you take the lead.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety in everyday life (related to relationships, work stress, or life transitions) as well as anxiety stemming from specific concerns such as panic attacks, OCD, or phobias like driving and flying.
My style is warm and collaborative. I encourage self-compassion while also gently challenging patterns that may be keeping you stuck. I am flexible about session structure, depending on your needs. I can effectively guide treatment towards specific goals (for OCD/phobias) and I also see the value in slower talk therapy sessions where you take the lead.
I specialize in working with adults who experience depression, anxiety disorders (agoraphobia, panic disorder, social anxiety, specific phobias), OCD, insomnia, chronic pain, relationship challenges, heartbreak, phase-of-life stressors, procrastination behaviors & LGBTQ/Race related challenges.
In our work together, my intention is to help you break away from the maladaptive thought patterns, emotions, actions, and external circumstances that keep you stuck in an unwanted experience. My goal is to help you create progress towards the life you want for yourself. I’ll want to understand the changes you’d like to see in yourself. With this in mind, I’ll want to identify the behaviors you’d like to demonstrate, the lasting emotions you’d like to feel, and the outcomes you’d like to see present themselves in your life. With that information, we'll set the overall goals for therapy. Now providing Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
I specialize in working with adults who experience depression, anxiety disorders (agoraphobia, panic disorder, social anxiety, specific phobias), OCD, insomnia, chronic pain, relationship challenges, heartbreak, phase-of-life stressors, procrastination behaviors & LGBTQ/Race related challenges.
In our work together, my intention is to help you break away from the maladaptive thought patterns, emotions, actions, and external circumstances that keep you stuck in an unwanted experience. My goal is to help you create progress towards the life you want for yourself. I’ll want to understand the changes you’d like to see in yourself. With this in mind, I’ll want to identify the behaviors you’d like to demonstrate, the lasting emotions you’d like to feel, and the outcomes you’d like to see present themselves in your life. With that information, we'll set the overall goals for therapy. Now providing Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
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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.