Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Plainville, CT
I am the owner and clinical director of Kind Attention Behavioral Health, where I directly supervise our team of clinicians and specialize in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and anxiety disorders.
My approach is rooted in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold standard treatment for OCD, and I also integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you develop a new relationship with your thoughts and feelings.
I am the owner and clinical director of Kind Attention Behavioral Health, where I directly supervise our team of clinicians and specialize in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and anxiety disorders.
My approach is rooted in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold standard treatment for OCD, and I also integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you develop a new relationship with your thoughts and feelings.
My clients come to me for individual psychotherapy and support for issues with trauma, depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse issues and more. Their goals are to manage symptoms which are interfering with their lives, and which brought them to therapy. Clients needs include understanding themselves better, in order to make positive changes within themselves once trust and a good working relationship has been established between client and therapist. Client goals are to improve quality of their lives by addressing issues which had motivated them to seek treatment. They want and need to be understood, in order to heal.
My clients come to me for individual psychotherapy and support for issues with trauma, depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse issues and more. Their goals are to manage symptoms which are interfering with their lives, and which brought them to therapy. Clients needs include understanding themselves better, in order to make positive changes within themselves once trust and a good working relationship has been established between client and therapist. Client goals are to improve quality of their lives by addressing issues which had motivated them to seek treatment. They want and need to be understood, in order to heal.
For as long as I can remember I wanted to help people. I grew up in a family of helpers.Seeking help requires self reflection, faith in others, and a desire to be better. It is a humbling experience to ask for help, but it requires great strength. I am looking to help YOU. If you have trouble with anxiety, depression, school, work /life stress, or just trouble with the day to day task, let me help YOU. Life can be hard, and things happen that dull our shine. let's work together in bringing back you shine.
For as long as I can remember I wanted to help people. I grew up in a family of helpers.Seeking help requires self reflection, faith in others, and a desire to be better. It is a humbling experience to ask for help, but it requires great strength. I am looking to help YOU. If you have trouble with anxiety, depression, school, work /life stress, or just trouble with the day to day task, let me help YOU. Life can be hard, and things happen that dull our shine. let's work together in bringing back you shine.
Taking the step to seek therapy can be challenging and overwhelming. It marks the beginning of finding a safe and supportive space to process and work through the obstacles life presents. By exploring your past influences, current patterns, and inner beliefs, we can gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your life.
Taking the step to seek therapy can be challenging and overwhelming. It marks the beginning of finding a safe and supportive space to process and work through the obstacles life presents. By exploring your past influences, current patterns, and inner beliefs, we can gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your life.
I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) Latina therapist offering a warm, supportive space where you can feel seen and heard. My approach is trauma-informed, identity-affirming, and grounded in both clinical training and lived experience. I work with adults and teens navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, parenting, self-worth, and identity exploration. Whether you're processing the past or facing new challenges, we'll move at your pace—with compassion, curiosity, and care. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about reconnecting with who you truly are.
I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) Latina therapist offering a warm, supportive space where you can feel seen and heard. My approach is trauma-informed, identity-affirming, and grounded in both clinical training and lived experience. I work with adults and teens navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, parenting, self-worth, and identity exploration. Whether you're processing the past or facing new challenges, we'll move at your pace—with compassion, curiosity, and care. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about reconnecting with who you truly are.
We focus on work with trauma, as well as clients with clients with BPD, NPD, or those seeking conflict resolution, relationship and family conflicts, confidence issues, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders and depression.
You’re exhausted from holding everything together. You overthink, shut down, get stuck in old patterns, or feel unheard in your relationships. Maybe you’re burnt out, anxious, navigating trauma, or carrying wounds from your family that you’ve never had space to unpack. You want support from someone who doesn’t just nod, but gives you clear steps that actually help. At Soul Alignment- we provide holistic, direct yet compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to break long-standing patterns, heal your nervous system, and rebuild self-esteem. We support anxiety, couples issues, trauma, depression, BPD/NPD, ED, bipolar, ADHD & Grief.
We focus on work with trauma, as well as clients with clients with BPD, NPD, or those seeking conflict resolution, relationship and family conflicts, confidence issues, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders and depression.
You’re exhausted from holding everything together. You overthink, shut down, get stuck in old patterns, or feel unheard in your relationships. Maybe you’re burnt out, anxious, navigating trauma, or carrying wounds from your family that you’ve never had space to unpack. You want support from someone who doesn’t just nod, but gives you clear steps that actually help. At Soul Alignment- we provide holistic, direct yet compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to break long-standing patterns, heal your nervous system, and rebuild self-esteem. We support anxiety, couples issues, trauma, depression, BPD/NPD, ED, bipolar, ADHD & Grief.
Have you lost the joy you once felt? Do you notice a harsh inner critic, anxiety, or trust issues that interfere with your relationships? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire or find yourself replaying painful experiences you can’t seem to let go of? Have you felt betrayed or disconnected from yourself or others? You don’t have to stay trapped in that cycle. I integrate CBT, DBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, conflict resolution, and mindfulness practices, which bring clarity, calm, and healing. In other words, whatever you are going through I can help. I know what it’s like to feel vulnerable.
Have you lost the joy you once felt? Do you notice a harsh inner critic, anxiety, or trust issues that interfere with your relationships? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire or find yourself replaying painful experiences you can’t seem to let go of? Have you felt betrayed or disconnected from yourself or others? You don’t have to stay trapped in that cycle. I integrate CBT, DBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, conflict resolution, and mindfulness practices, which bring clarity, calm, and healing. In other words, whatever you are going through I can help. I know what it’s like to feel vulnerable.
It's time to get UNSTUCK. I believe in a holistic approach to healing. I utilize holistic, alternative & traditional counseling modalities. I believe in treating the Whole Person & provide a safe, non-judgmental space to work together as we address your concerns, explore your strengths & accomplish your goals. I'm committed to helping you achieve positive change in your life & be your BEST self. **Enrolling Soon New Woman’s Warrior Empowerment Circle & Fire Circle. This is Not a therapy group but a group of support with fellow woman warriors. Walk & Talk Therapy. A non-traditional Therapy that gets you moving & talking outdoors.**
It's time to get UNSTUCK. I believe in a holistic approach to healing. I utilize holistic, alternative & traditional counseling modalities. I believe in treating the Whole Person & provide a safe, non-judgmental space to work together as we address your concerns, explore your strengths & accomplish your goals. I'm committed to helping you achieve positive change in your life & be your BEST self. **Enrolling Soon New Woman’s Warrior Empowerment Circle & Fire Circle. This is Not a therapy group but a group of support with fellow woman warriors. Walk & Talk Therapy. A non-traditional Therapy that gets you moving & talking outdoors.**
Beginning therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve been carrying things on your own. Skylar Arnold, MSW, is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Connecticut and a Licensed Certified Social Worker in Massachusetts who is committed to helping clients feel supported, understood, and empowered in their growth. Skylar has extensive experience in inpatient treatment settings, specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Having worked with individuals across the lifespan, Skylar supports clients navigating trauma, personality disorders, identity-related challenges, and other complex concerns.
Beginning therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve been carrying things on your own. Skylar Arnold, MSW, is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Connecticut and a Licensed Certified Social Worker in Massachusetts who is committed to helping clients feel supported, understood, and empowered in their growth. Skylar has extensive experience in inpatient treatment settings, specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Having worked with individuals across the lifespan, Skylar supports clients navigating trauma, personality disorders, identity-related challenges, and other complex concerns.
I tailor my methods to the individual, as each person presents a unique personality and has different circumstances. I believe in fostering a deeply caring, non-judgmental atmosphere where you can feel heard and supported. I meet people where they are at and work together with them to make incremental changes toward meeting their goals.
I tailor my methods to the individual, as each person presents a unique personality and has different circumstances. I believe in fostering a deeply caring, non-judgmental atmosphere where you can feel heard and supported. I meet people where they are at and work together with them to make incremental changes toward meeting their goals.
Hi there! Taking this first step to counseling is not always easy. Whether you have been to therapy before or are starting for the first time, I am here to help. I believe in forming a positive relationship with clients, emphasizing the importance of a safe space for therapeutic rapport. I take an existential approach with my clients, to help clients foster their roles and responsibilities. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel empowered and capable without making you feel judged. I believe therapy should be collaborative and feel it is important to work with clients to help promote growth using your own timeline.
Hi there! Taking this first step to counseling is not always easy. Whether you have been to therapy before or are starting for the first time, I am here to help. I believe in forming a positive relationship with clients, emphasizing the importance of a safe space for therapeutic rapport. I take an existential approach with my clients, to help clients foster their roles and responsibilities. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel empowered and capable without making you feel judged. I believe therapy should be collaborative and feel it is important to work with clients to help promote growth using your own timeline.
It takes a lot of courage and strength to enter therapy. I provide a safe, supportive, and positive environment where the sources of stress and life difficulties would be identified. Ways to work through and overcome life challenges would then be presented and focused on with the goal of improving your life one step at a time. I use an integrative approach, in which I draw upon various models of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and mindfulness-based therapies. I feel that this is an effective way to work collaboratively with you to create a personalized approach that fits your unique needs and goals.
It takes a lot of courage and strength to enter therapy. I provide a safe, supportive, and positive environment where the sources of stress and life difficulties would be identified. Ways to work through and overcome life challenges would then be presented and focused on with the goal of improving your life one step at a time. I use an integrative approach, in which I draw upon various models of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and mindfulness-based therapies. I feel that this is an effective way to work collaboratively with you to create a personalized approach that fits your unique needs and goals.
I work with adults, teenagers and couples to help people find ways to feel better in their lives, in their relationships and in their own skin. Issues include self-esteem, sadness, stress, and dealing with difficult situations. We often talk about challenges and choices involved in relationships - romantic, social, family and professional. I also work with people struggling with food/weight issues, such as body image, eating disorders and emotional eating. We strive for physical and emotional wellness with a balanced individualized approach. In addition, I have extensive experience working with dancers and other performers.
I work with adults, teenagers and couples to help people find ways to feel better in their lives, in their relationships and in their own skin. Issues include self-esteem, sadness, stress, and dealing with difficult situations. We often talk about challenges and choices involved in relationships - romantic, social, family and professional. I also work with people struggling with food/weight issues, such as body image, eating disorders and emotional eating. We strive for physical and emotional wellness with a balanced individualized approach. In addition, I have extensive experience working with dancers and other performers.
Life and relationships can be challenging, and reaching out for support is often the hardest — yet most important — first step. As your therapist, my goal is to help you feel more confident and empowered as you navigate life’s transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional struggles. Whether you're facing anxiety, adjusting to parenthood, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can offer clarity, relief, and a renewed sense of direction.
Life and relationships can be challenging, and reaching out for support is often the hardest — yet most important — first step. As your therapist, my goal is to help you feel more confident and empowered as you navigate life’s transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional struggles. Whether you're facing anxiety, adjusting to parenthood, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can offer clarity, relief, and a renewed sense of direction.
Can you imagine the life you want to be living yet find yourself stuck in the same place? Are you a chronic people-pleaser? Overwhelmed yet feel like you're not doing enough? Do poor self-esteem, guilt or low motivation act as barriers to the things you want in your life? You are not alone. Whether it is difficulty navigating life transitions, trouble setting boundaries or struggles with communicating authentically, I am here to meet you exactly where you are in life.
Can you imagine the life you want to be living yet find yourself stuck in the same place? Are you a chronic people-pleaser? Overwhelmed yet feel like you're not doing enough? Do poor self-esteem, guilt or low motivation act as barriers to the things you want in your life? You are not alone. Whether it is difficulty navigating life transitions, trouble setting boundaries or struggles with communicating authentically, I am here to meet you exactly where you are in life.
I believe in a straightforward approach to mental health and substance abuse problems. I have observed throughout my career that clients have the capacity to make significant changes in their lives when they are able to gain the insight and support through counseling. I provide a supportive environment and a collaborative approach to bringing about change and developing insight into the origins of clinical issues that bring people into therapy.
I believe in a straightforward approach to mental health and substance abuse problems. I have observed throughout my career that clients have the capacity to make significant changes in their lives when they are able to gain the insight and support through counseling. I provide a supportive environment and a collaborative approach to bringing about change and developing insight into the origins of clinical issues that bring people into therapy.
As a therapist, my primary focus is to help adults who are grappling with depression, anxiety, OCD, substance use recovery, and emotional trauma.
My approach to therapy is grounded in mindfulness, which helps individuals gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their emotional landscapes. Mindfulness involves cultivating awareness and presence in the moment, allowing us to explore our thoughts, feelings, and sensations with a sense of curiosity & non judgement.
As a therapist, my primary focus is to help adults who are grappling with depression, anxiety, OCD, substance use recovery, and emotional trauma.
My approach to therapy is grounded in mindfulness, which helps individuals gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their emotional landscapes. Mindfulness involves cultivating awareness and presence in the moment, allowing us to explore our thoughts, feelings, and sensations with a sense of curiosity & non judgement.
I generally work with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety and depression, have experienced trauma or have been diagnosed with personality and/or a mental health diagnosis (bipolar disorder, OCD etc.).
I am a great fit for someone who has either tried traditional talk therapy before and is looking for a more personalized and relaxed environment, or someone who has been considering starting their mental health journey for a while and is looking to get started. I find great joy in working with people who are seeking a safe space to talk and be seen.
I generally work with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety and depression, have experienced trauma or have been diagnosed with personality and/or a mental health diagnosis (bipolar disorder, OCD etc.).
I am a great fit for someone who has either tried traditional talk therapy before and is looking for a more personalized and relaxed environment, or someone who has been considering starting their mental health journey for a while and is looking to get started. I find great joy in working with people who are seeking a safe space to talk and be seen.
I have experience in working with individuals who struggle with symptoms related to anxiety, OCD, phobias, mood disorders, poor self-image, ADHD, relational/family/or personal stressors, and life transitions.
I enjoy working to assist my clients in reaching their therapeutic goals with the use of DBT techniques, exposure therapy techniques, CBT techniques, solution focused techniques, strength-based approaches, and motivational interviewing techniques. I strive to create a safe, warm, and welcoming environment.
I have experience in working with individuals who struggle with symptoms related to anxiety, OCD, phobias, mood disorders, poor self-image, ADHD, relational/family/or personal stressors, and life transitions.
I enjoy working to assist my clients in reaching their therapeutic goals with the use of DBT techniques, exposure therapy techniques, CBT techniques, solution focused techniques, strength-based approaches, and motivational interviewing techniques. I strive to create a safe, warm, and welcoming environment.
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I see clients with problems such as generalized anxiety, OCD, panic, PTSD and social anxiety.
People often think about therapy for some time before taking the first step to get help because they don't know what to expect. You can expect to be treated with respect and kindness. I work in a collaborative manner, and customize therapy to your individual issues and perspectives.
I see clients with problems such as generalized anxiety, OCD, panic, PTSD and social anxiety.
People often think about therapy for some time before taking the first step to get help because they don't know what to expect. You can expect to be treated with respect and kindness. I work in a collaborative manner, and customize therapy to your individual issues and perspectives.
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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.