Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in San Francisco, CA
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 have worked for many years with teens, parents, families, and individuals experiencing anxiety and depressive disorders, including Major Depressive Disorder, OCD, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.
I have worked for many years with teens, parents, families, and individuals experiencing anxiety and depressive disorders, including Major Depressive Disorder, OCD, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.
With a commitment to evidence-based practices, I provide therapy tailored to you to address OCD, PTSD and trauma, and a wide range of anxiety disorders.
I am currently working as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford, and reserve some time to see individuals like you in my small private practice. I have a PhD and hold a license to work as a clinical psychologist in California. I provide expert specialized treatment programs supported by robust research, such as ERP, CBT, ACT, CPT, WET, PE, and HRT.
With a commitment to evidence-based practices, I provide therapy tailored to you to address OCD, PTSD and trauma, and a wide range of anxiety disorders.
I am currently working as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford, and reserve some time to see individuals like you in my small private practice. I have a PhD and hold a license to work as a clinical psychologist in California. I provide expert specialized treatment programs supported by robust research, such as ERP, CBT, ACT, CPT, WET, PE, and HRT.
My areas of specialization include prenatal and postpartum (perinatal) mental health, obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD), and chronic pain management, including pelvic pain conditions such as endometriosis, painful sex (dyspareunia), vulvodynia and vaginismus.
In psychotherapy practice I integrate acceptance and mindfulness-based, interpersonal, emotionally-focused and psychodynamic elements
My areas of specialization include prenatal and postpartum (perinatal) mental health, obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD), and chronic pain management, including pelvic pain conditions such as endometriosis, painful sex (dyspareunia), vulvodynia and vaginismus.
In psychotherapy practice I integrate acceptance and mindfulness-based, interpersonal, emotionally-focused and psychodynamic elements
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 do 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 do 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.
Christy Tadros
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94108
I also have years of experience and a passion for working with children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, selective mutism, behavioral issues and supporting parents through these challenges.
During this challenging time it is normal to be experiencing some anxiety, nervousness or restlessness. Being home and having major changes in routines can be disorienting for many and trigger impairing mental health conditions. I am offering Telehealth sessions to support people in maintaining mental, emotional and physical health. I provide evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are holistic and multiculturally sensitive.
I also have years of experience and a passion for working with children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, selective mutism, behavioral issues and supporting parents through these challenges.
During this challenging time it is normal to be experiencing some anxiety, nervousness or restlessness. Being home and having major changes in routines can be disorienting for many and trigger impairing mental health conditions. I am offering Telehealth sessions to support people in maintaining mental, emotional and physical health. I provide evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are holistic and multiculturally sensitive.
Anxiety can show up in the form of worry that is difficult to control, public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, OCD, health anxiety, and work stress/burnout.
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 become liberated from unhelpful patterns and spirals. I am trained in a number of evidence-based treatments that truly do work. I help clients rise above anxiety to build a meaningful, values-driven life.
Anxiety can show up in the form of worry that is difficult to control, public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, OCD, health anxiety, and work stress/burnout.
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 become liberated from unhelpful patterns and spirals. I am trained in a number of evidence-based treatments that truly do work. I help clients rise above anxiety to build a meaningful, values-driven life.
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.
However, my areas of specialty include anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders, behavioral sleep disorders, chronic pain, and medically unexplained symptoms.
Welcome! Thank you for checking out my page, and more importantly, for taking this step to invest in yourself! You likely are struggling significantly with something and looking for guidance. You may be wondering if I could be the therapist by your side on this journey. Here's a little about me to help you make an informed decision: My style of therapy is thoughtful, warm, compassionate, non-judgmental, highly collaborative, and results-driven. You are the expert on you (your child), and are likely coming to me for expertise in specific therapies to help you get to where you are heading. As a team we can get there quicker!
However, my areas of specialty include anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders, behavioral sleep disorders, chronic pain, and medically unexplained symptoms.
Welcome! Thank you for checking out my page, and more importantly, for taking this step to invest in yourself! You likely are struggling significantly with something and looking for guidance. You may be wondering if I could be the therapist by your side on this journey. Here's a little about me to help you make an informed decision: My style of therapy is thoughtful, warm, compassionate, non-judgmental, highly collaborative, and results-driven. You are the expert on you (your child), and are likely coming to me for expertise in specific therapies to help you get to where you are heading. As a team we can get there quicker!
I specialize in the treatment / assessment of OCD, Tics, Trichotillomania, Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD –incorporating Psycho-education, Coping Skills Training, Exposure Therapy, Coaching, and Mindfulness approaches.
I obtained my Doctorate/Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Child and Family Psychology, from APA-accredited Palo Alto University, Pacific Graduate School of Psychology. My Postdoctoral Residency was completed at the Psychiatry Department in Kaiser Permanente, San Rafael. I hold a B.A. in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings with children, adolescents and adults providing individual, family, group, and couples therapy. I provide evidence based treatment from a strengths based perspective and have specialty training in CBT and DBT.
I specialize in the treatment / assessment of OCD, Tics, Trichotillomania, Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD –incorporating Psycho-education, Coping Skills Training, Exposure Therapy, Coaching, and Mindfulness approaches.
I obtained my Doctorate/Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Child and Family Psychology, from APA-accredited Palo Alto University, Pacific Graduate School of Psychology. My Postdoctoral Residency was completed at the Psychiatry Department in Kaiser Permanente, San Rafael. I hold a B.A. in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings with children, adolescents and adults providing individual, family, group, and couples therapy. I provide evidence based treatment from a strengths based perspective and have specialty training in CBT and DBT.
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).
Meet Our Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in an intensive format to treat anxiety (including panic and specific phobia), OCD, and trauma-related concerns.
When working in an intensive format we will identify whatever is causing you distress in a systematic way and then start:
(1) Working on activities you avoid and reducing unhelpful behaviors (often using exposure therapy techniques).
(2) Addressing thoughts you might be having that are interfering with your life, causing distress, or are otherwise unwanted.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in an intensive format to treat anxiety (including panic and specific phobia), OCD, and trauma-related concerns.
When working in an intensive format we will identify whatever is causing you distress in a systematic way and then start:
(1) Working on activities you avoid and reducing unhelpful behaviors (often using exposure therapy techniques).
(2) Addressing thoughts you might be having that are interfering with your life, causing distress, or are otherwise unwanted.
Marina Bystritsky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94123
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treatment of the OCD and OCD spectrum disorders, anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder and agoraphobia, health anxiety, phobias, stress related conditions and depression.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist working with people to help them achieve lasting changes and create more fulfilling life. I pride myself on providing evidence based, ethical and compassionate care to my clients. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, active and present focused. I am easygoing and use a lot of humor to enhance the therapeutic relationship and to make our time together more enjoyable and productive. I believe that each person is unique, has his/her own unique history and goals and work with each client to develop individualized treatment plan designed to address each person's unique symptoms and needs.
I specialize in treatment of the OCD and OCD spectrum disorders, anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder and agoraphobia, health anxiety, phobias, stress related conditions and depression.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist working with people to help them achieve lasting changes and create more fulfilling life. I pride myself on providing evidence based, ethical and compassionate care to my clients. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, active and present focused. I am easygoing and use a lot of humor to enhance the therapeutic relationship and to make our time together more enjoyable and productive. I believe that each person is unique, has his/her own unique history and goals and work with each client to develop individualized treatment plan designed to address each person's unique symptoms and needs.
Sarah Moulding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94123
I specialize in treating the spectrum of anxiety disorders, including phobias, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, PTSD and obsessive compulsive disorder.
I am a warm and experienced psychotherapist who works with adults living with the challenging effects of high anxiety, relationship problems, difficult life transitions, and trauma. I listen and work closely with you to understand what factors may be contributing to your present difficulty, and from there create a plan for the path forward to feeling better. Whether it be learning strategies to live a full life in spite of anxiety, improving the quality of your relationships, resolving symptoms or simply feeling less alone in the world, my goal is for you to see tangible results from your treatment with me.
I specialize in treating the spectrum of anxiety disorders, including phobias, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, PTSD and obsessive compulsive disorder.
I am a warm and experienced psychotherapist who works with adults living with the challenging effects of high anxiety, relationship problems, difficult life transitions, and trauma. I listen and work closely with you to understand what factors may be contributing to your present difficulty, and from there create a plan for the path forward to feeling better. Whether it be learning strategies to live a full life in spite of anxiety, improving the quality of your relationships, resolving symptoms or simply feeling less alone in the world, my goal is for you to see tangible results from your treatment with me.
I specialize in obsessive-compulsive disorders ( OCD, BDD, BFRBs, illness anxiety disorder), misophonia, and anxiety.
I am trained in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and the comprehensive model for behavioral treatment (ComB). These treatments don't work for everything, but I have seen them work over and over for the conditions listed above.
I specialize in obsessive-compulsive disorders ( OCD, BDD, BFRBs, illness anxiety disorder), misophonia, and anxiety.
I am trained in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and the comprehensive model for behavioral treatment (ComB). These treatments don't work for everything, but I have seen them work over and over for the conditions listed above.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specialized in the treatment of OCD, OC-Spectrum disorders, PTSD and anxiety.
As an OCD and PTSD 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, CPT, 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, PTSD and anxiety.
As an OCD and PTSD 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, CPT, ACT and mindfulness/grounding techniques to tailor specific treatment plans that will meet your goals.
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 feeling overwhelmed by anxiety ( ocd, phobias), stress, trauma/ptsd, relationship challenges, low mood, or life transitions?.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches to support your growth, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parts Work, Attachment Theory, and Brainspotting. Brainspotting, in particular, is a powerful tool that taps into the brain’s natural processing abilities to promote rapid, deep, and lasting healing for many individuals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety ( ocd, phobias), stress, trauma/ptsd, relationship challenges, low mood, or life transitions?.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches to support your growth, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parts Work, Attachment Theory, and Brainspotting. Brainspotting, in particular, is a powerful tool that taps into the brain’s natural processing abilities to promote rapid, deep, and lasting healing for many individuals.
Elizabeth Owens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102
Waitlist for new clients
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.
Carmen Chow, MFT Private Practice SF
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
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.
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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.