Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Hartford, CT

Perhaps you are having difficulties in your primary relationships, perhaps there are stressors at work, perhaps you face a great choice and several obstacles are hindering your clarity and peace. I have been honored to witness individuals and couples overcome many barriers that initially seemed insurmountable. Based on my experience and the lived experience of those I work with I believe that a full, happy, and peaceful life is within reach for everyone who seeks it.

I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children and adults in Westchester County and Manhattan (Midtown East). I have extensive experience utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness, and have been trained by top therapy institutes in the field. I strive to regular advance my knowledge and to provide leading scientifically researched treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, worry, depression, phobias, panic, OCD , trauma, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiant behavior, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.

I believe in working as a team with my client in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment, utilizing humor and honesty to create a safe space to talk. I have a broad range of experience, including working with children and families, individuals suffering from addiction, anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, trauma, and those suffering with problem sexual behavior.

As an expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety, mood, and obsessive -compulsive and related disorders, I use evidence-based practice for conditions such as obsessive -compulsive disorder ( OCD ), hoarding, trichotillomania (hairpulling), panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I am board certified in clinical psychology, and have two decades of experience treating clients. I am the recipient of the Award for Distinguished Lifetime Contribution to Psychology from the Connecticut Psychological Association.

I have over ten years of experience in treating obsessive -compulsive disorder ( OCD ), specific phobias, panic disorder, agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder, school anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, and depression. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and related disorders across the lifespan (ages 4+), and have particular expertise in working with children and adolescents. I utilize innovative, evidence-based treatments informed by the latest science and cutting edge research. I also currently offer Virtual Reality treatment for many difficult to treat symptoms (fear of needles, flying, bugs, driving, and more!)

Are you tired of your struggle with anxiety? Do you worry or obsess excessively? I specialize in the treatment of all forms of obsessive -compulsive disorder ( OCD ) using exposure and response prevention (ERP). OCD treatment is short term, being complete in 17-20 sessions, so it does not require years of therapy. I offer treatment in person and online, and can service all areas of Connecticut. Wether your concerns are washing, checking, worries about harming people accidentally or on purpose, unwanted sexual thoughts, religious obsessions or more, I can help.

Sometimes our thoughts inhibit our ability to enjoy life and live in the present. How we react to those thoughts is so important, yet for many of us, we rely on strategies that are ineffective at best and harmful at worst. Often, we get stuck in a cyclical pattern of thinking, and we can feel our anxiety growing. There is a way out of this.

Do you wish you could stop obsessing excessively? Are you ready to overcome your struggle with depression and anxiety? I specialize in the treatment of all forms of obsessive -compulsive disorder ( OCD ) using exposure and response prevention (ERP). OCD treatment is short term, and can be completed in about 10 weeks of therapy. I offer treatment in person and online, and can service all areas of Connecticut. I am passionate about helping you overcome your concerns with washing, checking, worries about harming people, unwanted sexual thoughts, religious obsessions, and more.

Plan Be Consulting Founder Michael Shelby encourages others to accept when life hasn’t gone according to plan. The first step is recognizing the problem; the second step is creating a “Plan B.” With a combination of empathy and expertise, Plan Be Counseling creates functional, achievable, and lasting solutions to help individuals, couples, and families through some of life’s most challenging problems.

Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD , trauma, and executive functioning deficits.

Do behavioral issues cause stress in your household? Are you looking for new ways to approach your child’s mental health? Are you a young adult seeking a therapist you can connect with? Is your family struggling to connect in meaningful ways? If you or your child suffer from mental health, behavioral or emotional issues, it can be difficult to just get through the school day. You want to create a harmonious home environment for your child, but even after exhausting every strategy, you still feel disconnected and out of control. Therapy with someone experienced in working with children and families may help.

I am a licensed professional counselor with over twelve years experience treating a wide variety of behavioral health issues. My areas of expertise include most mainstream recognized diagnoses including but not limited to depression, unipolar and bipolar, anxiety disorders, and OCD , personality disorders, chemical dependency and other addictive processes (see below) ACCEPTING REMOTE AND IN OFFICE APPOINTMENTS

The fact that you are here and searching for a therapist is a sign of health. My promise is to make a safe place for you and really listen, support, and guide you. I am interested in your uniqueness, your hidden resources, strategies proven to work, mindfulness-based stress reduction, developing trust in one's internal guidance system, and practices that deepen a sense of connection and purpose. Our relationships are like a mirror where we can learn and grow and heal all wounds. When we have difficulties, we have rich opportunities. Short cut, pick up one of my books at www.JimHughes.org they reduce the need for psychiatric care.

Are you often anxious, do you experience constant worries and panic attacks but no matter what you do, nothing helps? Do you experience obsessive thoughts? Are you having difficulty managing and balancing life's stress? Are you dissatisfied with your relationships, work life or maybe dealing with a volatile partnership? Do you have a friend or family member that gets under your skin who seems impossible to talk to? Are you worried about your child’s behavior and having trouble disciplining effectively? These are just some of the issues I help clients work through. Together, we will address your particular concerns no matter how complicated, so that you can finally feel a sense of control and relief.

Constantly taking care of others takes its toll. It's time to carve out space for yourself. My clients are individuals who are used to shouldering the burdens of everyone around them. They might be struggling with family or romantic relationships, postpartum issues (anxiety, depression, OCD ), or overcoming past hurtful experiences. Some find themselves at the end of their rope, trying to manage their anger or anxiety. I help these incredible humans recognize their own strengths and value as they process difficult feelings and experiences that might be holding them back.

Our minds are often full of made up stories we have been telling ourselves for years. Often, they are stories that have been written based on who others have told us we are or are "supposed" to be. My clients are those who want to rewrite the stories that create a sense of heaviness or limit their life experience, including stories full of anxiety and negative thoughts. I help those who are looking to find inner peace, clarity, a better understanding of themselves, and freedom from the heaviness our minds and life experiences can bring.

Ellie Mental Health in West Hartford, Connecticut isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfortable, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. Our lovely and amazing therapists see clients ages 3-end of life, and work with individuals, couples, and families.

A Mind's Journey is a multicultural agency which creates a safe space for persons to begin on the path of improving their quality of life, by healing the Mind, Body and Spirit. We seek to empower our clients to capitalize on their strengths, improve their lives and become healthy and well.