Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in San Francisco, CA
Some of the people I work with are looking to gain tangible skills to overcome particular challenges in their lives, such as social anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and flexibly structured. I strive to make each one of my clients feel safe, supported, seen and understood. I draw from a range of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), while emphasizing skills rooted in mindfulness and self-compassion.
Some of the people I work with are looking to gain tangible skills to overcome particular challenges in their lives, such as social anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and flexibly structured. I strive to make each one of my clients feel safe, supported, seen and understood. I draw from a range of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), while emphasizing skills rooted in mindfulness and self-compassion.
Anxiety can show up in the form of worry, self-doubt, imposterism, public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, phobias, health anxiety, burnout, and insomnia.
The good news is that psychologists have developed a deep understanding of these issues, including how they first begin, what maintains them, and how to unhook from unhelpful patterns and spirals. I am trained in a number of evidence-based treatments that truly do work. I help clients overcome anxiety and build a meaningful, values-driven life.
Anxiety can show up in the form of worry, self-doubt, imposterism, public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, phobias, health anxiety, burnout, and insomnia.
The good news is that psychologists have developed a deep understanding of these issues, including how they first begin, what maintains them, and how to unhook from unhelpful patterns and spirals. I am trained in a number of evidence-based treatments that truly do work. I help clients overcome anxiety and build a meaningful, values-driven life.
I provide private virtual psychotherapy for adults and couples across California. In-person availability is limited.
My clients are often intelligent, high-functioning adults whose struggles aren’t simple: anxiety tied to health, identity shifts with aging, addiction patterns, relational cycles, burnout, or the psychological effects of metabolic and neurocognitive change. They want therapy that integrates mind, body, behavior, and biology — not just talking, but real psychological movement grounded in how the brain and body actually work.
I provide private virtual psychotherapy for adults and couples across California. In-person availability is limited.
My clients are often intelligent, high-functioning adults whose struggles aren’t simple: anxiety tied to health, identity shifts with aging, addiction patterns, relational cycles, burnout, or the psychological effects of metabolic and neurocognitive change. They want therapy that integrates mind, body, behavior, and biology — not just talking, but real psychological movement grounded in how the brain and body actually work.
WELCOME // Does looking for a therapist feel like a daunting and vulnerable process? I pride myself on being a real person. I am a therapist, yes. But I am well aware of how uneasy it can feel to seek out therapy for the first time, or with a new provider. My approach is down to earth, compassionate and non-judgmental. I enjoy having genuine connections with my clients and will gladly share a good laugh or be witness to a much needed cry. The best way to get to know me is to head on over to my website!
WELCOME // Does looking for a therapist feel like a daunting and vulnerable process? I pride myself on being a real person. I am a therapist, yes. But I am well aware of how uneasy it can feel to seek out therapy for the first time, or with a new provider. My approach is down to earth, compassionate and non-judgmental. I enjoy having genuine connections with my clients and will gladly share a good laugh or be witness to a much needed cry. The best way to get to know me is to head on over to my website!
I have specialty training in exposure and response prevention for OCD, anxiety, panic, phobias, and body image/dysphoria.
Do your worries or thoughts feel overwhelming? Do your compulsive behaviors feel out of your control? Now imagine that you can experience your thoughts and feelings without getting stuck trying to block them, change them, or act on them. Imagine being able to spend time with the people you love and accomplishing your goals. If you are ready to live your life joyfully, let's talk.
I have specialty training in exposure and response prevention for OCD, anxiety, panic, phobias, and body image/dysphoria.
Do your worries or thoughts feel overwhelming? Do your compulsive behaviors feel out of your control? Now imagine that you can experience your thoughts and feelings without getting stuck trying to block them, change them, or act on them. Imagine being able to spend time with the people you love and accomplishing your goals. If you are ready to live your life joyfully, let's talk.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, sleep difficulties, and body-focused repetitive behaviors such as hair-pulling and skin-picking.
My approach is typically active, collaborative, and present-focused, with an emphasis on helping clients understand and address problems that are keeping them "stuck" or interfering with quality of life. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I also integrate techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, sleep difficulties, and body-focused repetitive behaviors such as hair-pulling and skin-picking.
My approach is typically active, collaborative, and present-focused, with an emphasis on helping clients understand and address problems that are keeping them "stuck" or interfering with quality of life. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I also integrate techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Are you a teen or young adult experiencing anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD)?
I specialize in evidence-based treatment for OCD and anxiety, including CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP). As a former high school teacher turned psychologist with 13 years of clinical experience, I bring a unique understanding to helping teens and young adults develop practical and effective tools for managing anxiety and living well.
Are you a teen or young adult experiencing anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD)?
I specialize in evidence-based treatment for OCD and anxiety, including CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP). As a former high school teacher turned psychologist with 13 years of clinical experience, I bring a unique understanding to helping teens and young adults develop practical and effective tools for managing anxiety and living well.
If anxiety or OCD is running your life, you’re probably exhausted from trying to think your way out of it.
Together, we build skills that help you face fears gradually, trust yourself again, and get back to living your life.
I specialize in OCD, anxiety disorders, and trauma-related anxiety. I primarily use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), along with CBT and ACT, always at a pace that feels challenging but manageable.
If anxiety or OCD is running your life, you’re probably exhausted from trying to think your way out of it.
Together, we build skills that help you face fears gradually, trust yourself again, and get back to living your life.
I specialize in OCD, anxiety disorders, and trauma-related anxiety. I primarily use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), along with CBT and ACT, always at a pace that feels challenging but manageable.
My practice focuses on helping clients cope with OCD, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
I use a relational approach, paying close attention to the ways past and present
interpersonal dynamics may affect your current well-being. Together, we explore patterns
that may no longer serve you, while developing healthier ways of coping and relating. I
also incorporate behavioral techniques to help identify and shift unhelpful
thoughts and behaviors.
My practice focuses on helping clients cope with OCD, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
I use a relational approach, paying close attention to the ways past and present
interpersonal dynamics may affect your current well-being. Together, we explore patterns
that may no longer serve you, while developing healthier ways of coping and relating. I
also incorporate behavioral techniques to help identify and shift unhelpful
thoughts and behaviors.
Carmen Chow, MFT Private Practice SF
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94110
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD and trauma related disorders.
Psychotherapy has the ability to significantly improve your mental well being, treat mental illnesses and boost your overall social and psychological functionality. During therapy, we will explore life's challenges, thought patterns and behaviors that are hindering your well being within a very safe, supportive, and non-critical environment. The search for the right therapist can take time and courage. It's important that you find the right match. Let me share with you about my practice and see if I can be of help to you.
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD and trauma related disorders.
Psychotherapy has the ability to significantly improve your mental well being, treat mental illnesses and boost your overall social and psychological functionality. During therapy, we will explore life's challenges, thought patterns and behaviors that are hindering your well being within a very safe, supportive, and non-critical environment. The search for the right therapist can take time and courage. It's important that you find the right match. Let me share with you about my practice and see if I can be of help to you.
Struggling with OCD or anxiety can feel like an endless battle with your own mind.
As an expert in treating OCD and Anxiety, I frequently recommend exposure therapy for addressing fears or anxieties, promoting a more mindful way of living. This involves voluntarily confronting what keeps you feeling stuck.
Facing fears isn't about getting rid of them but discovering your resilience. I guide my clients every step of the way.
Struggling with OCD or anxiety can feel like an endless battle with your own mind.
As an expert in treating OCD and Anxiety, I frequently recommend exposure therapy for addressing fears or anxieties, promoting a more mindful way of living. This involves voluntarily confronting what keeps you feeling stuck.
Facing fears isn't about getting rid of them but discovering your resilience. I guide my clients every step of the way.
Need help overcoming anxiety or trauma? Fortunately, anxiety disorders are one of the most researched areas of mental health and effectiveness, evidence based treatments are available. We help adults, children, teens, couples and families get their life back from anxiety and create lasting change.
Need help overcoming anxiety or trauma? Fortunately, anxiety disorders are one of the most researched areas of mental health and effectiveness, evidence based treatments are available. We help adults, children, teens, couples and families get their life back from anxiety and create lasting change.
Welcome to my practice! Have you been feeling like anxiety, low mood and motivation have been getting you stuck and preventing you from living the life you want to? Anxiety is a normal and important feeling that we developed to protect us from harm. If you are experiencing overwhelming levels of anxiety though, it can prevent you from doing things you care about, disrupt your social life and cause intense distress. Similarly, if you suffer from very low mood and motivation, it might seem impossible to engage in activities you previously cared about.
Welcome to my practice! Have you been feeling like anxiety, low mood and motivation have been getting you stuck and preventing you from living the life you want to? Anxiety is a normal and important feeling that we developed to protect us from harm. If you are experiencing overwhelming levels of anxiety though, it can prevent you from doing things you care about, disrupt your social life and cause intense distress. Similarly, if you suffer from very low mood and motivation, it might seem impossible to engage in activities you previously cared about.
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety disorders using evidence-based treatments (specifically ERP, CBT, DBT, and ACT - if you don't know these acronyms yet, that's okay!).
Hi, I’m Kayla. Are fear and anxiety holding you back from living your life? I’m confident I can help! Anxiety presents in many ways: you might notice intrusive thoughts or doubts leading to a constant need for reassurance. You might be weighed down by life’s “what ifs.” You may sometimes feel like you’re trapped in your mind, spiraling through worst case scenarios. Anxiety can make day-to-day life very challenging. But you can conquer it, and I’m excited to show you how.
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety disorders using evidence-based treatments (specifically ERP, CBT, DBT, and ACT - if you don't know these acronyms yet, that's okay!).
Hi, I’m Kayla. Are fear and anxiety holding you back from living your life? I’m confident I can help! Anxiety presents in many ways: you might notice intrusive thoughts or doubts leading to a constant need for reassurance. You might be weighed down by life’s “what ifs.” You may sometimes feel like you’re trapped in your mind, spiraling through worst case scenarios. Anxiety can make day-to-day life very challenging. But you can conquer it, and I’m excited to show you how.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specialized in the treatment of OCD, OC-Spectrum disorders and anxiety disorders.
As an OCD specialist, I am dedicated to helping you build insight into your strengths, break free from obsessive compulsive cycles and build a fulfilling life. I use an integrated approach drawing from Humanistic, ERP, I-CBT, ACT and mindfulness/grounding techniques to tailor specific treatment plans that will meet your goals.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specialized in the treatment of OCD, OC-Spectrum disorders and anxiety disorders.
As an OCD specialist, I am dedicated to helping you build insight into your strengths, break free from obsessive compulsive cycles and build a fulfilling life. I use an integrated approach drawing from Humanistic, ERP, I-CBT, ACT and mindfulness/grounding techniques to tailor specific treatment plans that will meet your goals.
I specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure/Response Prevention (ERP) for adults with OCD and anxiety disorders (such as generalized anxiety, panic, and phobias).
Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a treatment approach that can be effective for anxiety and mood disorders. It is practical, structured, solution-focused, collaborative and time-limited. I also have training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
I specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure/Response Prevention (ERP) for adults with OCD and anxiety disorders (such as generalized anxiety, panic, and phobias).
Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a treatment approach that can be effective for anxiety and mood disorders. It is practical, structured, solution-focused, collaborative and time-limited. I also have training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
Do you struggle with OCD, social anxiety, panic, generalized anxiety, depression, loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, your work?
We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live better. At KOR Results we offer a custom evidence-based approach for our clients. We start with understanding where you are and the challenges you are facing. We assist by putting a plan in place to help you move forward. We offer a compassionate and results driven approach so you can get the relief you need.
Do you struggle with OCD, social anxiety, panic, generalized anxiety, depression, loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, your work?
We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live better. At KOR Results we offer a custom evidence-based approach for our clients. We start with understanding where you are and the challenges you are facing. We assist by putting a plan in place to help you move forward. We offer a compassionate and results driven approach so you can get the relief you need.
So much of our deepest pain shows up in our relationships—with partners, family and even within ourselves. You might find yourself in repetitive cycles of conflict, distance or misunderstanding with someone you love, or you may feel stuck in patterns of self-criticism, anxiety or disconnection from who you are. Whether you’re struggling in your relationship or navigating challenges on your own, it can feel overwhelming to face it without support. In our work together, I offer a space where you can slow down and feel truly heard.
So much of our deepest pain shows up in our relationships—with partners, family and even within ourselves. You might find yourself in repetitive cycles of conflict, distance or misunderstanding with someone you love, or you may feel stuck in patterns of self-criticism, anxiety or disconnection from who you are. Whether you’re struggling in your relationship or navigating challenges on your own, it can feel overwhelming to face it without support. In our work together, I offer a space where you can slow down and feel truly heard.
I help clients develop new strategies and frameworks when it comes to negotiating with anxiety, OCD, and unwanted repetitive thinking.
Life can feel overwhelming when challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, conflict, or unhelpful patterns seem to block your path. But these struggles don’t define who you are or what’s possible for you.
I help clients develop new strategies and frameworks when it comes to negotiating with anxiety, OCD, and unwanted repetitive thinking.
Life can feel overwhelming when challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, conflict, or unhelpful patterns seem to block your path. But these struggles don’t define who you are or what’s possible for you.
Between working long hours, trying to maintain a social life, and tending to other responsibilities, it can be hard to find the time and energy for self-care. When burnout is shaped by systemic and collective trauma, taking time for yourself becomes an essential act of survival and resistance. I applaud you for showing up for yourself in a world that often asks for more than feels possible.
Between working long hours, trying to maintain a social life, and tending to other responsibilities, it can be hard to find the time and energy for self-care. When burnout is shaped by systemic and collective trauma, taking time for yourself becomes an essential act of survival and resistance. I applaud you for showing up for yourself in a world that often asks for more than feels possible.
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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.