Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Maryland

When OCD, depression, and anxiety get in the way of living fully, I help clients reclaim their lives and get unstuck. Clients that work with me are reflective, curious, and intentional about personal growth. Sometimes, clients aren't sure how to name the challenges they're experiencing, and they just have a hunch that life doesn't have to be as hard as it is now. That's okay! You don't need a diagnosis or the perfect description of your symptoms to start counseling. I understand that disorders show up in diverse ways, and I take time to listen to my clients so that treatment can be responsive to their unique needs.

Although by orientation I'm a cognitive-behavioral therapist--that is, I focus on how thoughts and actions affect how we feel and respond to situations--I don't follow a cookbook approach to treatment. Each individual brings a unique set of problems to therapy, and I start with a thorough evaluation to assess your needs and develop a collaborative treatment plan that is personal yet based on current research. This type of therapy is focused more on the present than the past and on developing coping skills to help you deal with the problems that are currently troubling you.

My passion is to help and support my community by providing evidence-based treatments for anxiety, obsessive-compulsive-related disorders, insomnia, and perinatal disorders for teens and adults. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy with exposure and response prevention and integrate other techniques.

Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.

I am a passionate therapist on a mission to empower individuals on their journey to conquer OCD, anxiety, and panic disorders. As someone who has triumphed over OCD, I bring a unique and personal perspective to my practice, instilling hope and resilience in those I serve. Driven by a passion to make a difference across generations, I aspire to work with children, teens, and adults alike. Recognizing that OCD does not discriminate, I am determined to provide compassionate care to individuals of all ages.

Are you consumed with disturbing automatic thoughts, and spending hours chasing, analyzing, reviewing, and giving meaning to the intrusive thoughts? As someone that’s been in your shoes, there is hope and recovery from OCD. I will teach you how to change your relationship with anxiety by looking it in the face and walking towards it instead of walking away. It is easy to stay trapped and believe the false messages that your OCD feeds you. I will teach you how to rewire your brain into no longer believing those false threats that your brain is torturing you with. My treatment approach teaches you how to stop competing

I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are motivated and open to exploring positives changes to bettering their lives. I have spent the past three years working with those who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Behavioral issues.

I will be seeing patients Online only, with the exception of clients with hoarding and OCD who may need to be seen at home. http://www.drdeborahcole.com Are you finding that emotional issues, anxiety, depression or compulsions are interfering with your life? Do your thoughts or behaviors get in the way of relatiionships? My goal is to help clients take back their lives from compulsions and other mental health issues which take up their time and energy and get in the way of their success and peace of mind. I am interested in working with clients who are motivated to work collaboratively so that they can live freely.

----- Currently, I am NOT taking new clients. ----- Dr. Elspeth Bell, director of the Bell Center for Anxiety and Depression, is a licensed psychologist with an extensive background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She works primarily with adults and adolescents, focusing on the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum disorders (including OCD, Hoarding Disorder, and Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors), anxiety disorders, and depression. A Hoarding specialist, Dr. Bell conducts assessments and evaluations, provides psychotherapy for sufferers and family members, and runs psychoeducational and support groups.

Are you consumed with disturbing automatic thoughts, and spending hours chasing, analyzing, reviewing, and giving meaning to the intrusive thoughts? As someone that’s been in your shoes, there is hope and recovery to overcome OCD. I will teach you how to change your relationship with anxiety by looking it in the face and walking towards it instead of walking away. It is easy to stay trapped and believe the false messages that your OCD feeds you. I will teach you how to rewire your brain into no longer believing those false threats that your brain is torturing you with. My treatment approach teaches you how to stop competing

Do you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions? Do upsetting, intrusive thoughts stop you from being fully present? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships? I can tell you that you're not alone, and you have it within you to build the life you want. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, emotion dysregulation, and thoughts of suicide and self-harm. Together, we can get you unstuck and back in the driver's seat of your life. You and I are a team!

You might be someone who is plagued by doubts. You fear that something awful will happen and feel the need to protect yourself or others from the threat. Your family and friends might try to reassure you, but you just keep imagining worst case scenarios. Perhaps you find yourself engaging in unhelpful behaviors that get in the way of the things that are important to you. Nobody can understand why you keep making these choices, despite their negative consequences. I hope to navigate these challenges with you in a safe and affirming space, where you feel accepted and understood.

Robert Passman has a peaceful, accepting, non-judgmental nature that helps people relax and talk freely. Robert helps women and men of all ages experience healing, freedom, peace, confidence, and joy. With decades of experience in coaching and mentoring individuals, Robert listens carefully and collaborates. As a member of the clinical team led by licensed psychologist Dr. Michael Malone, Robert helps patients with evidence-based treatments like CBT, mindfulness, and CPT trauma therapy. Patients confirm that they benefit significantly from their therapy sessions with Robert.

I specialize in working with people of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, and trauma. In addition to this, I specialize in working with people of all ages who are questioning their gender or sexual orientation. Through gender affirming care, I hope to validate and empower you to feel comfortable being your truest self. As a therapist, I tailor my practice and treatment approach to each individual and family, while working to meet my clients where they are. I believe that providing a safe and welcoming space for my clients is essential to the therapeutic process, and promotes emotional growth and change.

Is anxiety or OCD getting in the way of the life you want to lead? I use evidenced-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) - the "gold standard" of anxiety treatment - to help people overcome panic, worry, phobias, and OCD. In therapy with me, you will learn how anxiety hijacks your brain and body and how you can stop it from getting the upper hand. Learn more at rpaTherapy.com.

My work focuses on clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, disability/chronic illness, life transitions, or who are seeking self-exploration and growth. Together we can find ways to cope with life’s uncertainties and live a life aligned with your values. It is important to have a space where you can feel seen and affirmed, and where you can show up as your authentic self. As a therapist, I aim to create a collaborative and supportive relationship, where we can identify and work towards your goals.

Congratulations! You’ve made the first bold step towards your journey of recovery. Whether you are suffering from anxiety, OCD, depression, Grief/Loss or other issues, help is available. As a multicultural and diversity sensitive counselor, I will meet you right where you are and help guide you towards healing and freedom. You will find my therapeutic style insightful, engaging, and nonjudgmental. I work with adults from ages 18+.

I am a psychologist specializing in ADHD assessment and CBT for anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, and depression. Anxiety, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, trauma, and depression can feel both distressing and debilitating. If you have tried to manage your anxiety on your own and found that relief often feels temporary, with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or distressing memories eventually returning, an approach that addresses long-term symptom management could help. In therapy with me, we will work to build skills that can help you find lasting relief with therapies that are empirically proven to work, including CBT, PE, and ERP.

With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I will work with you collaboratively to address concerns including anxiety, specific phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, perinatal mental health concerns, transitions, sleep disturbance, feeding difficulties, self-esteem, and difficulties related to medical conditions/procedures (including pill swallowing training). I value the uniqueness and strengths of individuals while utilizing evidence-based treatments, primarily focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).