Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Fort Thomas, KY
My passion for advocacy and a client-centered approach were cultivated in my early years as an educator, but my intellectual curiosity regarding the process of personal change and the value of interpersonal relationships motivated me to returned to NKU for a Master’s degree in Social Work. Since graduating with an MSW, I have enjoyed working with a wide variety of clients in diverse settings including a hospital, court-mandated program, and most recently an outpatient office and school-based office. I provide individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults, as well as families and couples.
My passion for advocacy and a client-centered approach were cultivated in my early years as an educator, but my intellectual curiosity regarding the process of personal change and the value of interpersonal relationships motivated me to returned to NKU for a Master’s degree in Social Work. Since graduating with an MSW, I have enjoyed working with a wide variety of clients in diverse settings including a hospital, court-mandated program, and most recently an outpatient office and school-based office. I provide individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults, as well as families and couples.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Kristen L Salvato
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, MS
1 Endorsed
Fort Thomas, KY 41075
I am pledged toward collaborating with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in understanding their life choices with resources in school, work, and community. As collaborative partners, we can undertake short and long term solutions that can strengthen the client's physical and emotional health and best interest. By creating solutions, the client will be able to build and strengthen their motivation and success in their daily activities, interests, and relationships.
I am pledged toward collaborating with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in understanding their life choices with resources in school, work, and community. As collaborative partners, we can undertake short and long term solutions that can strengthen the client's physical and emotional health and best interest. By creating solutions, the client will be able to build and strengthen their motivation and success in their daily activities, interests, and relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor since 2007 with an educational background in Expressive Therapies; I received my M.Ed. in 2004. I have been in private practice in the Northern Kentucky area since 2010. Previously, I have worked with children, teens, and their families through in-home therapy and residential treatment. My experience has taught me the value of a holistic, client centered focus in treatment. I validate, support, challenge, and encourage you to work toward finding your balance and healing in our ever-complicated lives.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor since 2007 with an educational background in Expressive Therapies; I received my M.Ed. in 2004. I have been in private practice in the Northern Kentucky area since 2010. Previously, I have worked with children, teens, and their families through in-home therapy and residential treatment. My experience has taught me the value of a holistic, client centered focus in treatment. I validate, support, challenge, and encourage you to work toward finding your balance and healing in our ever-complicated lives.
Welcome to my healing circle! So happy you found my page. I am a licensed intuitive-psychic mental health therapist who works with people who feel highly sensitive, spiritually curious, empaths, deep feelers, and healers who feel anxious, overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disconnected from their authentic self. Many sense there is more to healing than what meets the eye and long to understand the deeper roots of their struggles. Together, we create a grounded, compassionate space to explore your inner world, heal wounded parts, strengthen intuition, and move toward greater peace, clarity, and self-trust. This is exciting stuff!
Welcome to my healing circle! So happy you found my page. I am a licensed intuitive-psychic mental health therapist who works with people who feel highly sensitive, spiritually curious, empaths, deep feelers, and healers who feel anxious, overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disconnected from their authentic self. Many sense there is more to healing than what meets the eye and long to understand the deeper roots of their struggles. Together, we create a grounded, compassionate space to explore your inner world, heal wounded parts, strengthen intuition, and move toward greater peace, clarity, and self-trust. This is exciting stuff!
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
Alessandra Rhinehart
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, PhD, LPCA
2 Endorsed
Fort Thomas, KY 41075
I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I am an Adlerian therapist, meaning I see value in belonging and meaning-making. I also integrate neuroscience. This is especially useful when helping clients work through developmental and relational issues, trauma, and grief. Situations and experiences do not define us. Instead, with insight and support, we have the opportunity to define who we are and what we might contribute to the world. I also integrate spirituality as a source of hope and connectedness to culture and community, as requested. The cornerstone of my approach lies in encouragement and empowerment.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I am an Adlerian therapist, meaning I see value in belonging and meaning-making. I also integrate neuroscience. This is especially useful when helping clients work through developmental and relational issues, trauma, and grief. Situations and experiences do not define us. Instead, with insight and support, we have the opportunity to define who we are and what we might contribute to the world. I also integrate spirituality as a source of hope and connectedness to culture and community, as requested. The cornerstone of my approach lies in encouragement and empowerment.
Waybridge Counseling is a group practice of specialists who provide treatment for a variety of concerns. Our specialists work in teams and this is a critical element of our success. Each team meets regularly for ongoing training and consultation in the team's specialty. We believe that this significantly increases the quality of counseling we offer.
Waybridge Counseling is a group practice of specialists who provide treatment for a variety of concerns. Our specialists work in teams and this is a critical element of our success. Each team meets regularly for ongoing training and consultation in the team's specialty. We believe that this significantly increases the quality of counseling we offer.
I have more than 15 years’ experience as a mental health professional and over 25 years' experience in human behavior. I have worked in both law enforcement & criminal defense and have had the privilege of hearing thousands of stories, every one unique. If there is one thing I know, it is that being human is hard and despite the many joys, it also comes with pain, sometimes tremendous pain. I also believe with a healthy mindset, humans are remarkably resilient. Trauma can drastically disrupt mindset, often creating a false life narrative. Let's unlock your truths, find your authentic self and work to live your best life possible.
I have more than 15 years’ experience as a mental health professional and over 25 years' experience in human behavior. I have worked in both law enforcement & criminal defense and have had the privilege of hearing thousands of stories, every one unique. If there is one thing I know, it is that being human is hard and despite the many joys, it also comes with pain, sometimes tremendous pain. I also believe with a healthy mindset, humans are remarkably resilient. Trauma can drastically disrupt mindset, often creating a false life narrative. Let's unlock your truths, find your authentic self and work to live your best life possible.
Now accepting new clients (telehealth or in-person). Pathfinder Counseling Services offers individual and couples counseling for those seeking support to navigate life's struggles. All throughout life we experience new events, changes, and challenges. Sometimes those experiences leave us feeling overwhelmed or at a loss. My goal is to provide a caring, supportive environment to help you create a path towards change. Topics can include symptoms of depression, anxiety, binge eating disorders, anger management, relationship conflicts, and trauma.
Now accepting new clients (telehealth or in-person). Pathfinder Counseling Services offers individual and couples counseling for those seeking support to navigate life's struggles. All throughout life we experience new events, changes, and challenges. Sometimes those experiences leave us feeling overwhelmed or at a loss. My goal is to provide a caring, supportive environment to help you create a path towards change. Topics can include symptoms of depression, anxiety, binge eating disorders, anger management, relationship conflicts, and trauma.
Amy Homer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
2 Endorsed
Fort Thomas, KY 41075
Not accepting new clients
Life brings challenges… sometimes all at once. We may not be able to control what or when things happen but there are tools that can help us make it through those challenges successfully. You (or your child) may be looking for a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings or to develop new behaviors in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Therapy gives us an opportunity to learn, grow, and become the best version of ourselves, whether we are 8 or 88.
Life brings challenges… sometimes all at once. We may not be able to control what or when things happen but there are tools that can help us make it through those challenges successfully. You (or your child) may be looking for a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings or to develop new behaviors in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Therapy gives us an opportunity to learn, grow, and become the best version of ourselves, whether we are 8 or 88.
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Others feel trapped in cycles of rumination, compulsions, panic, perfectionism, or intrusive thoughts despite constantly trying to hold it all together.
I’m an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist specializing in OCD, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, perfectionism, narcissistic abuse, and emotionally immature parents. Using EMDR 2.0, EMDR, IFS, Brainspotting, CBT, Flash, and Creative Arts approaches, I help clients heal intrusive thoughts, people-pleasing, self-doubt, and living in survival-mode.
Others feel trapped in cycles of rumination, compulsions, panic, perfectionism, or intrusive thoughts despite constantly trying to hold it all together.
I’m an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist specializing in OCD, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, perfectionism, narcissistic abuse, and emotionally immature parents. Using EMDR 2.0, EMDR, IFS, Brainspotting, CBT, Flash, and Creative Arts approaches, I help clients heal intrusive thoughts, people-pleasing, self-doubt, and living in survival-mode.
Are anxiety, OCD, or overwhelming emotions running your life no matter how hard you try to manage them?
My work is especially helpful for individuals who want practical tools, clarity, and real change and not just a space to vent! My approach is structured, collaborative, and goal-oriented. Together, we identify the patterns that keep you stuck and build skills to respond differently to anxiety, intrusive thoughts, emotional reactivity, and relational stress.
Are anxiety, OCD, or overwhelming emotions running your life no matter how hard you try to manage them?
My work is especially helpful for individuals who want practical tools, clarity, and real change and not just a space to vent! My approach is structured, collaborative, and goal-oriented. Together, we identify the patterns that keep you stuck and build skills to respond differently to anxiety, intrusive thoughts, emotional reactivity, and relational stress.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to actively engage in the process of addressing OCD and anxiety.
I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to help clients gradually face fears while reducing compulsions. We move at a collaborative pace, building trust and confidence along the way. Clients learn to tolerate uncertainty, respond differently to intrusive thoughts, and regain a sense of control over anxiety.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to actively engage in the process of addressing OCD and anxiety.
I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to help clients gradually face fears while reducing compulsions. We move at a collaborative pace, building trust and confidence along the way. Clients learn to tolerate uncertainty, respond differently to intrusive thoughts, and regain a sense of control over anxiety.
I have a passion for supporting individuals struggling with various concerns, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), anxiety, agoraphobia, and panic disorder.
I have training and experience using several approaches, including ERP, I-CBT, DBT, and ACT, with a person-centered foundation. The modalities used will depend on your needs as we collaborate on a plan. My office is designed as a safe space for all, giving those who visit the chance to express their concerns without judgment.
I have a passion for supporting individuals struggling with various concerns, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), anxiety, agoraphobia, and panic disorder.
I have training and experience using several approaches, including ERP, I-CBT, DBT, and ACT, with a person-centered foundation. The modalities used will depend on your needs as we collaborate on a plan. My office is designed as a safe space for all, giving those who visit the chance to express their concerns without judgment.
I have 30 years of professional experience, and expertise in these evidenced-based treatments: CBT-I for insomnia, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (an eye movement based therapy) for phobias and trauma, and Exposure Response Prevention for OCD.
I believe in the healing power of a caring safe relationship. We create a safe space where you can feel your feelings without worrying about how they will affect others, where you can learn skills for coping with painful emotions and hard circumstances, and where together we make a plan so you can feel like yourself again. While I tailor what I do in counseling to your needs and goals, my goal is for you to feel more capable of living the life you want as a result of our time together.
I have 30 years of professional experience, and expertise in these evidenced-based treatments: CBT-I for insomnia, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (an eye movement based therapy) for phobias and trauma, and Exposure Response Prevention for OCD.
I believe in the healing power of a caring safe relationship. We create a safe space where you can feel your feelings without worrying about how they will affect others, where you can learn skills for coping with painful emotions and hard circumstances, and where together we make a plan so you can feel like yourself again. While I tailor what I do in counseling to your needs and goals, my goal is for you to feel more capable of living the life you want as a result of our time together.
At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling).
When you start with NOCD, you'll work with me or be paired with a therapist in our network, based on your preferences. We’ll work to get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you effectively address your challenges and achieve your goals.
At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling).
When you start with NOCD, you'll work with me or be paired with a therapist in our network, based on your preferences. We’ll work to get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you effectively address your challenges and achieve your goals.
I specialize in clients struggling with anxiety, OCD, trauma, self-identity, and depression.
I'm dedicated to providing an accepting environment in which clients can explore and analyze their feelings, experiences, and behaviors in order to achieve the goals they set for themselves. In my practice with clients, I tend to be friendly, talkative, and empathetic with my clients, but unafraid to point out patterns and hold clients accountable so that clients can feel safe and understood, but also ensure growth continues.
I specialize in clients struggling with anxiety, OCD, trauma, self-identity, and depression.
I'm dedicated to providing an accepting environment in which clients can explore and analyze their feelings, experiences, and behaviors in order to achieve the goals they set for themselves. In my practice with clients, I tend to be friendly, talkative, and empathetic with my clients, but unafraid to point out patterns and hold clients accountable so that clients can feel safe and understood, but also ensure growth continues.
Whether it be OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Trauma, Emotional Dysregulation, Attachment wounds, Identity/Creative Blocks, or Productivity-Based Worth that exhausts you, you’re here because you’re ready to do the work & invest in your future peace.
My purpose is to serve as a safe, empowering, & nonjudgmental collaborator between you & your goals. I want to lift-up your unsung strengths and equip you with fresh strategies to challenge your old patterns, attachment styles, & ways of thinking. I'll meet you where you're at, assign homework to promote healing, & teach you to be a safe home for your mind.
Whether it be OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Trauma, Emotional Dysregulation, Attachment wounds, Identity/Creative Blocks, or Productivity-Based Worth that exhausts you, you’re here because you’re ready to do the work & invest in your future peace.
My purpose is to serve as a safe, empowering, & nonjudgmental collaborator between you & your goals. I want to lift-up your unsung strengths and equip you with fresh strategies to challenge your old patterns, attachment styles, & ways of thinking. I'll meet you where you're at, assign homework to promote healing, & teach you to be a safe home for your mind.
We specialize in the assessment and treatment of OCD and OCD-related disorders across all ages.
The OCD IOP is a 14-day program of intensive treatment using ERP for all ages. The patient attends two 90-minute individual therapy sessions per day, and has the option to attend groups and/or meet with a psychiatric provider for medical support. Patients are assessed prior to being scheduled to determine whether an IOP is the best level of care.
We specialize in the assessment and treatment of OCD and OCD-related disorders across all ages.
The OCD IOP is a 14-day program of intensive treatment using ERP for all ages. The patient attends two 90-minute individual therapy sessions per day, and has the option to attend groups and/or meet with a psychiatric provider for medical support. Patients are assessed prior to being scheduled to determine whether an IOP is the best level of care.
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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.