Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Chicago, IL
Life can feel overwhelming when you are navigating anxiety, OCD, or major life transitions, but you don’t have to carry that weight alone.
I don't use a cookie-cutter method; instead, I blend evidence-based therapies to fit your specific needs. Before becoming a therapist, I spent years as an educator, partnering closely with families to support students’ social-emotional development. This background gives me a unique, deeply rooted understanding of child development and family systems.
Life can feel overwhelming when you are navigating anxiety, OCD, or major life transitions, but you don’t have to carry that weight alone.
I don't use a cookie-cutter method; instead, I blend evidence-based therapies to fit your specific needs. Before becoming a therapist, I spent years as an educator, partnering closely with families to support students’ social-emotional development. This background gives me a unique, deeply rooted understanding of child development and family systems.
I specialize in treating anxiety and OCD.
We will collaborate to create a treatment plan specifically tailored to your needs using a variety of therapeutic techniques (CBT, ACT, ERP, I-CBT). My background includes working in PHP/IOP programs and outpatient settings for people experiencing Anxiety, OCD. and eating disorders.
I specialize in treating anxiety and OCD.
We will collaborate to create a treatment plan specifically tailored to your needs using a variety of therapeutic techniques (CBT, ACT, ERP, I-CBT). My background includes working in PHP/IOP programs and outpatient settings for people experiencing Anxiety, OCD. and eating disorders.
Worry can get stuck on specific phobias, creating a cycle of obsessions and compulsions.
Therapy is a team effort! For my part, I bring a warm, friendly, and curious presence to build our collaboration upon. Our work will be structured, but also adapt to the needs of the moment. We can sit with discomfort while acknowledging and exploring the impact social systems have on our well-being or laugh together through a moment of goofiness.
Worry can get stuck on specific phobias, creating a cycle of obsessions and compulsions.
Therapy is a team effort! For my part, I bring a warm, friendly, and curious presence to build our collaboration upon. Our work will be structured, but also adapt to the needs of the moment. We can sit with discomfort while acknowledging and exploring the impact social systems have on our well-being or laugh together through a moment of goofiness.
I specialize in supporting adolescents and young adults who are navigating intense emotions, relationship challenges, trauma, and identity development. I have experience working with self-harm, suicidality, eating disorders, and PTSD. I value warmth, humor, and authenticity in the room, and I meet clients with curiosity rather than judgment. Together, we’ll explore what’s most important to you and help you build a life that feels more stable, connected, and aligned with your goals.
I specialize in supporting adolescents and young adults who are navigating intense emotions, relationship challenges, trauma, and identity development. I have experience working with self-harm, suicidality, eating disorders, and PTSD. I value warmth, humor, and authenticity in the room, and I meet clients with curiosity rather than judgment. Together, we’ll explore what’s most important to you and help you build a life that feels more stable, connected, and aligned with your goals.
I specialize in working with anxiety in its many forms including generalized worry, social anxiety, panic, and obsessive or intrusive thoughts.
I help men and women who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from what matters most. My approach is rooted in discovering your authenticity, and taking steps toward the life you want, even when challenges arise. Therapy with me is collaborative, practical, and interactive, with space for reflection as well building the skills you can use outside of session. I do not have all the answers, but together we will build the space where we can be open and find the answers that are right for you. I come to this work celebrating that every day is a new opportunity to be happier and more satisfied with one’s life than yesterday.
I specialize in working with anxiety in its many forms including generalized worry, social anxiety, panic, and obsessive or intrusive thoughts.
I help men and women who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from what matters most. My approach is rooted in discovering your authenticity, and taking steps toward the life you want, even when challenges arise. Therapy with me is collaborative, practical, and interactive, with space for reflection as well building the skills you can use outside of session. I do not have all the answers, but together we will build the space where we can be open and find the answers that are right for you. I come to this work celebrating that every day is a new opportunity to be happier and more satisfied with one’s life than yesterday.
I work with clients navigating anxiety, ADHD, disordered eating, OCD, and life transitions.
Even when you're doing your best to keep up with life's demands, anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm can leave you feeling depleted, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we'll explore the experiences, relationships, and coping strategies that have shaped your current challenges with curiosity rather than judgment. Through therapy, you'll gain insight, strengthen practical coping skills, and create meaningful changes that help you feel more grounded, connected, and able to build a life that feels authentic, fulfilling, and aligned with your values.
I work with clients navigating anxiety, ADHD, disordered eating, OCD, and life transitions.
Even when you're doing your best to keep up with life's demands, anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm can leave you feeling depleted, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we'll explore the experiences, relationships, and coping strategies that have shaped your current challenges with curiosity rather than judgment. Through therapy, you'll gain insight, strengthen practical coping skills, and create meaningful changes that help you feel more grounded, connected, and able to build a life that feels authentic, fulfilling, and aligned with your values.
Providing therapy to individuals, families, and groups, I support clients through challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, generalized anxiety disorder, and relationship concerns.
My goal is to equip people with practical tools and deeper insight to support long-term growth and emotional well-being.
Providing therapy to individuals, families, and groups, I support clients through challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, generalized anxiety disorder, and relationship concerns.
My goal is to equip people with practical tools and deeper insight to support long-term growth and emotional well-being.
I specialize in working with adults experiencing OCD, anxiety, and related concerns.
I provide evidence-based treatment for OCD and anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and CBT. Together, we'll develop practical skills to reduce OCD's grip, face uncertainty with greater confidence, and move toward the life you want.
I specialize in working with adults experiencing OCD, anxiety, and related concerns.
I provide evidence-based treatment for OCD and anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and CBT. Together, we'll develop practical skills to reduce OCD's grip, face uncertainty with greater confidence, and move toward the life you want.
I have experience with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, OCD, trauma, LGBTQIA+, life transitions, and more.
My therapeutic approach varies based on your needs - I always strive to be client-centered and strengths-based. I primarily pull from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I have experience with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, OCD, trauma, LGBTQIA+, life transitions, and more.
My therapeutic approach varies based on your needs - I always strive to be client-centered and strengths-based. I primarily pull from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I have clinical experience supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, OCD, and mood disorders.
My therapeutic framework is rooted in recognizing your inherent strengths and trusting that you are the expert of your own life. Collaboration, safety, and mutual trust are essential to my work; you will always be treated with dignity and respect no matter where you find yourself. I strive to create an inclusive, welcoming environment for all backgrounds, and I value the unique experiences I can learn from you. Further, I am deeply committed to social justice and anti-racist practice, grounding my perspective through the lens of liberation psychology and cultural humility.
I have clinical experience supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, OCD, and mood disorders.
My therapeutic framework is rooted in recognizing your inherent strengths and trusting that you are the expert of your own life. Collaboration, safety, and mutual trust are essential to my work; you will always be treated with dignity and respect no matter where you find yourself. I strive to create an inclusive, welcoming environment for all backgrounds, and I value the unique experiences I can learn from you. Further, I am deeply committed to social justice and anti-racist practice, grounding my perspective through the lens of liberation psychology and cultural humility.
I specialize in mood disorders, anxiety disorders (including social anxiety and phobias), trauma and abuse (including C-PTSD), OCD, and body image concerns.
You may be at a point in your life where you’re questioning yourself. You are questioning if your thoughts are accurate, if your feelings align with the moment, and if your behaviors are appropriate. Because you may become consumed with these questions and have trouble finding the answers, I am here to help. My name is Adriana Jones, and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I’m here to help you work through whatever feels overwhelming, and together we can find a more grounded way forward. We can build skills, make sense of what’s happening, and develop effective strategies to help you live a more meaningful life.
I specialize in mood disorders, anxiety disorders (including social anxiety and phobias), trauma and abuse (including C-PTSD), OCD, and body image concerns.
You may be at a point in your life where you’re questioning yourself. You are questioning if your thoughts are accurate, if your feelings align with the moment, and if your behaviors are appropriate. Because you may become consumed with these questions and have trouble finding the answers, I am here to help. My name is Adriana Jones, and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I’m here to help you work through whatever feels overwhelming, and together we can find a more grounded way forward. We can build skills, make sense of what’s happening, and develop effective strategies to help you live a more meaningful life.
2) Effective treatment for anxiety and OCD.
People are not their diagnoses although these labels can sometimes be informative. I prefer to get to know you. Specifically, what do you want out of therapy? What is currently working for you, not working? What brings you in to see me in this moment? Therapy is not only about feeling better, but also finding meaning and fulfillment in our lives. It is about getting to know ourselves, parts that we love, parts that we are afraid of, parts that we don't yet understand. People are also not things that need to be "fixed", instead, this is a place for healing, self-compassion, and growth.
2) Effective treatment for anxiety and OCD.
People are not their diagnoses although these labels can sometimes be informative. I prefer to get to know you. Specifically, what do you want out of therapy? What is currently working for you, not working? What brings you in to see me in this moment? Therapy is not only about feeling better, but also finding meaning and fulfillment in our lives. It is about getting to know ourselves, parts that we love, parts that we are afraid of, parts that we don't yet understand. People are also not things that need to be "fixed", instead, this is a place for healing, self-compassion, and growth.
My work focuses on helping teens and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and dissociation.
You’ve spent so much time trying to hold everything together that few people realize how much you’re struggling. Anxiety may keep your mind racing long after the day is over. Past experiences may still affect how you see yourself, trust others, or feel safe. You might find yourself overthinking, avoiding situations that feel overwhelming, or feeling disconnected from yourself and the people around you. No matter how long you have been carrying these burdens, you do not have to continue facing them alone. Healing is possible, and therapy can help you find a greater sense of understanding, confidence, and control in your life.
My work focuses on helping teens and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and dissociation.
You’ve spent so much time trying to hold everything together that few people realize how much you’re struggling. Anxiety may keep your mind racing long after the day is over. Past experiences may still affect how you see yourself, trust others, or feel safe. You might find yourself overthinking, avoiding situations that feel overwhelming, or feeling disconnected from yourself and the people around you. No matter how long you have been carrying these burdens, you do not have to continue facing them alone. Healing is possible, and therapy can help you find a greater sense of understanding, confidence, and control in your life.
Additionally, I have experience working with Internal Family Systems, OCD, couples therapy and faith-based issues, alongside other therapeutic methods.
Clients can expect a laid-back, friendly conversation where we would get to know each other, and, if client is comfortable doing so, begin to create a general sketch of clients history and background.
Additionally, I have experience working with Internal Family Systems, OCD, couples therapy and faith-based issues, alongside other therapeutic methods.
Clients can expect a laid-back, friendly conversation where we would get to know each other, and, if client is comfortable doing so, begin to create a general sketch of clients history and background.
Do you find yourself struggling with stress and/or negativity in your life? It’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by the various pressures we face, whether they stem from work, relationships, or personal expectations. Effectively managing these stressors, coupled with practicing self-compassion, is vital for fostering a deeper sense of fulfillment and resilience. Investing time and effort into your mental well-being can pave the way for a brighter future, where you feel more empowered and well-balanced. As a board-certified psychotherapist, I bring a wealth of experience and an eclectic blend of therapeutic approaches to my practice
Do you find yourself struggling with stress and/or negativity in your life? It’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by the various pressures we face, whether they stem from work, relationships, or personal expectations. Effectively managing these stressors, coupled with practicing self-compassion, is vital for fostering a deeper sense of fulfillment and resilience. Investing time and effort into your mental well-being can pave the way for a brighter future, where you feel more empowered and well-balanced. As a board-certified psychotherapist, I bring a wealth of experience and an eclectic blend of therapeutic approaches to my practice
Many adults come to therapy feeling trapped by anxiety, OCD, overthinking, intrusive thoughts, relationship stress, and intense emotions.
I help adults better understand and manage anxiety, OCD, intrusive thoughts, overthinking, and emotional overwhelm. Using CBT, ERP, DBT, and ACT, we'll build practical coping skills, increase self-confidence, improve relationships, and help you feel more in control of your thoughts, emotions, and life.
Many adults come to therapy feeling trapped by anxiety, OCD, overthinking, intrusive thoughts, relationship stress, and intense emotions.
I help adults better understand and manage anxiety, OCD, intrusive thoughts, overthinking, and emotional overwhelm. Using CBT, ERP, DBT, and ACT, we'll build practical coping skills, increase self-confidence, improve relationships, and help you feel more in control of your thoughts, emotions, and life.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, including neurodivergent children and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, or life transitions.
I make sure your concerns are truly heard, your strengths are recognized, & your goals are supported with compassion and expertise. My clients say that I build strong therapeutic relationships with them, one that fosters growth and meaningful change. I want us to partner to make this space yours, while also challenging you to make lasting changes. I help clients navigate challenges, feel empowered, and able to achieve their personal goals. I integrate evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to provide practical tools and lasting strategies. I am happy to share more, feel free to set up a complimentary call.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, including neurodivergent children and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, or life transitions.
I make sure your concerns are truly heard, your strengths are recognized, & your goals are supported with compassion and expertise. My clients say that I build strong therapeutic relationships with them, one that fosters growth and meaningful change. I want us to partner to make this space yours, while also challenging you to make lasting changes. I help clients navigate challenges, feel empowered, and able to achieve their personal goals. I integrate evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to provide practical tools and lasting strategies. I am happy to share more, feel free to set up a complimentary call.
I have experience working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD), trauma, and life transitions.
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, and I believe that healing and growth begin with a strong therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable showing up as your authentic self. I view therapy as a collaborative process, and I will work alongside you to help you navigate challenges, build on your strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I have experience working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD), trauma, and life transitions.
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, and I believe that healing and growth begin with a strong therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable showing up as your authentic self. I view therapy as a collaborative process, and I will work alongside you to help you navigate challenges, build on your strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.
My specialities include working with clients healing from childhood trauma, OCD and disordered eating.
I distinctly remember being told how mature and well behaved I was as a child. It was a badge I wore proudly for years! It wasn’t until I became a young adult that I really began to understand that this was my form of a trauma response. It was my way of accessing care, self-worth and love. I wonder if this resonates with you? I work with clients healing from childhood and caregiver wounds, those looking to improve their relationship with food & body image as well as clients struggling with intrusive thoughts and self-trust.
My specialities include working with clients healing from childhood trauma, OCD and disordered eating.
I distinctly remember being told how mature and well behaved I was as a child. It was a badge I wore proudly for years! It wasn’t until I became a young adult that I really began to understand that this was my form of a trauma response. It was my way of accessing care, self-worth and love. I wonder if this resonates with you? I work with clients healing from childhood and caregiver wounds, those looking to improve their relationship with food & body image as well as clients struggling with intrusive thoughts and self-trust.
I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, OCD, panic, phobias, PTSD, social anxiety, chronic pain and other related conditions.
We will work together to explore current challenges, develop clear goals, and build a toolkit of effective coping skills and strategies to regain control in your life. As a certified yoga instructor, I am passionate about incorporating mindfulness, meditation, and movement-based techniques to enhance emotional regulation and support overall well-being.
I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, OCD, panic, phobias, PTSD, social anxiety, chronic pain and other related conditions.
We will work together to explore current challenges, develop clear goals, and build a toolkit of effective coping skills and strategies to regain control in your life. As a certified yoga instructor, I am passionate about incorporating mindfulness, meditation, and movement-based techniques to enhance emotional regulation and support overall well-being.
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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.