Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Washington, DC
I specialize in helping people with borderline personality disorder (BPD), complex PTSD, bipolar disorder, depression, OCD, anxiety, and ADHD.
My approach is warm and collaborative. I offer comprehensive DBT and DBT-informed therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD and anxiety, and Prolonged Exposure for PTSD and trauma. I lead with validation, and hold you to the goals and targets we set together in therapy. If you like to feel heard and to be challenged, we'll be a good fit.
I specialize in helping people with borderline personality disorder (BPD), complex PTSD, bipolar disorder, depression, OCD, anxiety, and ADHD.
My approach is warm and collaborative. I offer comprehensive DBT and DBT-informed therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD and anxiety, and Prolonged Exposure for PTSD and trauma. I lead with validation, and hold you to the goals and targets we set together in therapy. If you like to feel heard and to be challenged, we'll be a good fit.
Dunn specializes in the treatment of anxiety, OCD, depression, LGBTQ+ concerns, eating disorders, body image concerns, life transitions, relationship/interpersonal concerns, gender affirming treatment evaluations, grief/loss, identity concerns, and multicultural psychology (e.g., gender, sexuality, race/ethnicity).
As a part of the counseling process, Dr. Dunn draws upon clients' strengths to help them develop new perspectives and gain skills, such as mindfulness, self-compassion, and grounding. He tailors scientifically-supported approaches to the unique situation of each client. For OCD, for example, he uses evidenced-based approaches like ICBT, ERP, and ACT.
Dunn specializes in the treatment of anxiety, OCD, depression, LGBTQ+ concerns, eating disorders, body image concerns, life transitions, relationship/interpersonal concerns, gender affirming treatment evaluations, grief/loss, identity concerns, and multicultural psychology (e.g., gender, sexuality, race/ethnicity).
As a part of the counseling process, Dr. Dunn draws upon clients' strengths to help them develop new perspectives and gain skills, such as mindfulness, self-compassion, and grounding. He tailors scientifically-supported approaches to the unique situation of each client. For OCD, for example, he uses evidenced-based approaches like ICBT, ERP, and ACT.
For 25 years, I have specialized in the cognitive-behavioral (CBT) treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) as well as a range of anxiety and depressive disorders in late adolescents and adults.
Problem-focused, solution-focused CBT targets the thoughts, emotions, and behavioral responses that maintain anxiety and depressive disorders. In treating OCD, I gently use a combination of exposure and response prevention (ERP) and mindfulness-based tactics drawn from Eastern (Buddhist) philosophy. My approach is warm, compassionate, and highly interactive.
For 25 years, I have specialized in the cognitive-behavioral (CBT) treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) as well as a range of anxiety and depressive disorders in late adolescents and adults.
Problem-focused, solution-focused CBT targets the thoughts, emotions, and behavioral responses that maintain anxiety and depressive disorders. In treating OCD, I gently use a combination of exposure and response prevention (ERP) and mindfulness-based tactics drawn from Eastern (Buddhist) philosophy. My approach is warm, compassionate, and highly interactive.
At Mind Body Health, we have psychologists who specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, insomnia, weight management and depression.
For psychotherapy, we use CBT, ACT, DBT and mindfulness meditation. For nutrition, mindfulness-based eating approaches. Whether you are struggling with a medical condition, depression, trauma, stress anxiety, insomnia, eating disorder, or trying to lose weight for medical or quality of life reasons, we can help.
At Mind Body Health, we have psychologists who specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, insomnia, weight management and depression.
For psychotherapy, we use CBT, ACT, DBT and mindfulness meditation. For nutrition, mindfulness-based eating approaches. Whether you are struggling with a medical condition, depression, trauma, stress anxiety, insomnia, eating disorder, or trying to lose weight for medical or quality of life reasons, we can help.
I work with adults and professionals of all ages and genders experiencing Anxiety, OCD, Perfectionism, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions.
You might feel confused, anxious, drained, or blocked. You want to show up as your most authentic and unique self in daily life, relationships, and the world, but it seems like you just can't "get there" alone. I know aspects of the academic and corporate worlds can impact mental health making past and present challenges more difficult to overcome. I provide a caring, inclusive, and non judgmental environment. I hold space for you to show up as you are and offer the support you need to thrive.
I work with adults and professionals of all ages and genders experiencing Anxiety, OCD, Perfectionism, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions.
You might feel confused, anxious, drained, or blocked. You want to show up as your most authentic and unique self in daily life, relationships, and the world, but it seems like you just can't "get there" alone. I know aspects of the academic and corporate worlds can impact mental health making past and present challenges more difficult to overcome. I provide a caring, inclusive, and non judgmental environment. I hold space for you to show up as you are and offer the support you need to thrive.
I specialize in treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD).
Some of the fears that I help clients manage are: fear of contamination and illness, fear of harming family members and friends, fear of committing crimes, fear of making mistakes and being fired from work, and fear of making moral transgressions.
I specialize in treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD).
Some of the fears that I help clients manage are: fear of contamination and illness, fear of harming family members and friends, fear of committing crimes, fear of making mistakes and being fired from work, and fear of making moral transgressions.
Do you feel like your anxiety is out of control? Do you struggle with unwanted thoughts or compulsive behaviors? You have tried to change but your anxiety keeps getting stronger and you find yourself giving in more and more to your anxiety. You feel compelled to act on your habits and rituals even though you know they are not good for you. It's affecting other areas of your life. You don't want anyone to find out so you do not know who to turn to for help.
Do you feel like your anxiety is out of control? Do you struggle with unwanted thoughts or compulsive behaviors? You have tried to change but your anxiety keeps getting stronger and you find yourself giving in more and more to your anxiety. You feel compelled to act on your habits and rituals even though you know they are not good for you. It's affecting other areas of your life. You don't want anyone to find out so you do not know who to turn to for help.
Specializing in helping clients with OCD and anxiety disorders using evidence-based treatments like exposure therapy, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I bring a strong background in clinical supervision and teaching, and I stay grounded in current research and best practice. In addition to specialized training in OCD and anxiety disorders, my 20 years of clinical expertise includes treatment for mood disorders through mindfulness-based therapies such as DBT. I offer individual, family and group therapy.
Specializing in helping clients with OCD and anxiety disorders using evidence-based treatments like exposure therapy, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I bring a strong background in clinical supervision and teaching, and I stay grounded in current research and best practice. In addition to specialized training in OCD and anxiety disorders, my 20 years of clinical expertise includes treatment for mood disorders through mindfulness-based therapies such as DBT. I offer individual, family and group therapy.
If you experience obsessive worry and ritualized behavior and think OCD may present, I am here to help.
Life can be so hard at times that it impacts our ability to cope and create change. Behaviors that may have brought relief in the past no longer work which can leave us feeling stuck and disconnected from the life we want to live. So often the stories we tell ourself lead to increased struggles with self esteem, perfectionism, and stress. My goal is to help you better understand your actions, notice the narratives that have been internalized and work with you to rewrite these stories so you can live a more present and authentic life.
If you experience obsessive worry and ritualized behavior and think OCD may present, I am here to help.
Life can be so hard at times that it impacts our ability to cope and create change. Behaviors that may have brought relief in the past no longer work which can leave us feeling stuck and disconnected from the life we want to live. So often the stories we tell ourself lead to increased struggles with self esteem, perfectionism, and stress. My goal is to help you better understand your actions, notice the narratives that have been internalized and work with you to rewrite these stories so you can live a more present and authentic life.
Prior to that, I worked extensively in treating OCD, phobias, and eating disorders at a practice in NYC.
I work with individuals who feel their lives are hindered by unwanted or distressing feelings, or self-defeating patterns of behavior, and who experience depression, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, compulsive or impulsive behaviors, or relationship difficulties. By establishing more effective coping skills and responses, positive changes can develop and lead to a greater sense of fulfillment. I approach each individual treatment collaboratively, exploring the foundation of the problem, identifying problematic patterns, and then developing treatment goals tailored to the unique needs of each individual client.
Prior to that, I worked extensively in treating OCD, phobias, and eating disorders at a practice in NYC.
I work with individuals who feel their lives are hindered by unwanted or distressing feelings, or self-defeating patterns of behavior, and who experience depression, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, compulsive or impulsive behaviors, or relationship difficulties. By establishing more effective coping skills and responses, positive changes can develop and lead to a greater sense of fulfillment. I approach each individual treatment collaboratively, exploring the foundation of the problem, identifying problematic patterns, and then developing treatment goals tailored to the unique needs of each individual client.
My clinical areas of focus include OCD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, body focused repetitive behaviors, and suicidality.
I am a graduate of University of Southern Mississippi and University of Washington. I completed my residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. I then completed my two-year post-doctoral fellowship at the Capital Institute of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and have nine years of experience teaching DBT skills in various settings.
My clinical areas of focus include OCD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, body focused repetitive behaviors, and suicidality.
I am a graduate of University of Southern Mississippi and University of Washington. I completed my residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. I then completed my two-year post-doctoral fellowship at the Capital Institute of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and have nine years of experience teaching DBT skills in various settings.
Emily Star
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20010
Waitlist for new clients
In much of my work, I use cognitive and exposure-based therapies (such as ERP, I-CBT, ACT and DBT) to help people with anxiety, panic and OCD.
It's normal to be going through a hard time. But if you haven’t yet discovered what helps you manage your unique stressors, relationships, and boundaries, then life likely feels so much harder than it needs to. If you're feeling stuck, having an outside perspective can help you see different paths through a difficult terrain. Whether your troubles stem from internal or external issues, I know that by creating a warm and reflective space where we explore your worries, challenges, and motivations, you can find places of relief and even joy.
In much of my work, I use cognitive and exposure-based therapies (such as ERP, I-CBT, ACT and DBT) to help people with anxiety, panic and OCD.
It's normal to be going through a hard time. But if you haven’t yet discovered what helps you manage your unique stressors, relationships, and boundaries, then life likely feels so much harder than it needs to. If you're feeling stuck, having an outside perspective can help you see different paths through a difficult terrain. Whether your troubles stem from internal or external issues, I know that by creating a warm and reflective space where we explore your worries, challenges, and motivations, you can find places of relief and even joy.
We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for adults with anxiety and OCD.
We want you to walk away with the strategies and techniques needed to handle ALL of life's stresses. And we can help you to learn the skills to do just that! But we don't want you to be in therapy with us for years. So our focus is to provide you with the tools to become your own therapist, so you can move forward feeling confident, balanced & empowered.
We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for adults with anxiety and OCD.
We want you to walk away with the strategies and techniques needed to handle ALL of life's stresses. And we can help you to learn the skills to do just that! But we don't want you to be in therapy with us for years. So our focus is to provide you with the tools to become your own therapist, so you can move forward feeling confident, balanced & empowered.
My name is Dan Feinstein and I am a therapist and specialist in treating Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and phobias (including Emetophobia) as well as Depression, coping with life stress and other mental health related issues.
I believe that a therapist should provide a balance between offering ongoing support for whatever life throws at you but also the ability to learn and practice skills that can help you to improve your overall mental health.
My name is Dan Feinstein and I am a therapist and specialist in treating Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and phobias (including Emetophobia) as well as Depression, coping with life stress and other mental health related issues.
I believe that a therapist should provide a balance between offering ongoing support for whatever life throws at you but also the ability to learn and practice skills that can help you to improve your overall mental health.
You do not need to have an eating disorder for us to work together, I also work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, life transitions, trauma, relationships, and identity.
I use a narrative therapeutic lens to explore life experiences that have contributed to varying different issues and work together with you to help identify and challenge patterns that are no longer serving you. I also implement Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for practical coping skills to use in the day to day.
You do not need to have an eating disorder for us to work together, I also work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, life transitions, trauma, relationships, and identity.
I use a narrative therapeutic lens to explore life experiences that have contributed to varying different issues and work together with you to help identify and challenge patterns that are no longer serving you. I also implement Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for practical coping skills to use in the day to day.
DeBoard-Lucas provides Exposure and Response Prevention and Habit Reversal Training for OCD & Tic Disorders.
Dr. DeBoard-Lucas' specialty is trauma and anxiety in kids and teens. She offers evidence-based treatments that provide her patients with tools and hope for coping with traumatic and scary experiences. Dr. DeBoard-Lucas uses humor and empathy in therapy and loves to see her patients getting back to the things they need and want to be doing.
DeBoard-Lucas provides Exposure and Response Prevention and Habit Reversal Training for OCD & Tic Disorders.
Dr. DeBoard-Lucas' specialty is trauma and anxiety in kids and teens. She offers evidence-based treatments that provide her patients with tools and hope for coping with traumatic and scary experiences. Dr. DeBoard-Lucas uses humor and empathy in therapy and loves to see her patients getting back to the things they need and want to be doing.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who sees adolescent and adult clients for individual and couples therapy. I take an integrative CBT approach utilizing empirically supported treatments and focus on mood and anxiety disorders with specific clinical and research interests in depression, general anxiety, trauma, OCD, and mindfulness meditation. I specialize in treating eating disorders, body image, and self-esteem concerns. Therapy is a collaborative approach- with kindness and compassion we build trust and work together as a team to relieve symptoms and meet your goals for therapy.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who sees adolescent and adult clients for individual and couples therapy. I take an integrative CBT approach utilizing empirically supported treatments and focus on mood and anxiety disorders with specific clinical and research interests in depression, general anxiety, trauma, OCD, and mindfulness meditation. I specialize in treating eating disorders, body image, and self-esteem concerns. Therapy is a collaborative approach- with kindness and compassion we build trust and work together as a team to relieve symptoms and meet your goals for therapy.
My areas of clinical focus include depression, anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, phobias), relationship challenges, spirituality, life transitions, OCD, multicultural counseling, cultural adjustments and education/career concerns.
You have the power to heal, grow, and thrive. & I can help! As a clinical therapist, it’s my privilege to hold space for clients as they unpack areas of concern, increase self-awareness, restore balance, and identify strengths they can cultivate to create sustainable change. My clientele come from diverse walks of life. Many are working professionals who are struggling to keep up with the busy demands of life and now feel ready to explore areas they are stuck.
My areas of clinical focus include depression, anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, phobias), relationship challenges, spirituality, life transitions, OCD, multicultural counseling, cultural adjustments and education/career concerns.
You have the power to heal, grow, and thrive. & I can help! As a clinical therapist, it’s my privilege to hold space for clients as they unpack areas of concern, increase self-awareness, restore balance, and identify strengths they can cultivate to create sustainable change. My clientele come from diverse walks of life. Many are working professionals who are struggling to keep up with the busy demands of life and now feel ready to explore areas they are stuck.
I have extensive experience working with people struggling with various issues, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, addiction, & self-esteem.
I am currently offering telehealth video therapy to clients in Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. I have been providing virtual therapy for over 10 years, and find that virtual therapy removes many barriers to therapy that would otherwise prevent someone from seeking support.
I have extensive experience working with people struggling with various issues, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, addiction, & self-esteem.
I am currently offering telehealth video therapy to clients in Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. I have been providing virtual therapy for over 10 years, and find that virtual therapy removes many barriers to therapy that would otherwise prevent someone from seeking support.
Bloom Counseling - Liz Caritj
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
Life can be daunting. I help stressed out adults overcome anxiety, self-doubt and sleepless nights to find their footing and begin to create the lives they want. Are you your own worst critic? Maybe you can’t shake the feeling that your best is never good enough? Do the little things feel overwhelming? Is it hard for you to stick up for yourself and you’re left swallowing your anger or disappointment? My name is Liz Caritj and I work with people in high stress situations, particularly people working in the field of law or in rigorous academic programs, who feel like they’re falling apart trying to hold everything together perfectly.
Life can be daunting. I help stressed out adults overcome anxiety, self-doubt and sleepless nights to find their footing and begin to create the lives they want. Are you your own worst critic? Maybe you can’t shake the feeling that your best is never good enough? Do the little things feel overwhelming? Is it hard for you to stick up for yourself and you’re left swallowing your anger or disappointment? My name is Liz Caritj and I work with people in high stress situations, particularly people working in the field of law or in rigorous academic programs, who feel like they’re falling apart trying to hold everything together perfectly.
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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.