Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Annapolis, MD

As a fellow parent, I understand that there is no greater pleasure than to see your child happy and healthy. But excessive worrying, relentlessly demanding OCD rituals, the fear of vomiting, social anxiety, and self-harming behaviors like hair pulling and skin picking can rip away the joy of childhood and bring anguish to the family. I am a warm, compassionate, and very active cognitive-behavioral therapist with many years of success in helping children and teens recover from these challenges. I work as a team with parents, including them in at least part of every session.

Are you anxious? Stressed? Overwhelmed? I’m here to help and I am honored that you’re considering me as part of your support system. My name is Heather and I work with women who are struggling with anxiety, stress, and obsessive thoughts to help them build coping strategies and resilience in order to live more balanced, fulfilled lives. I use integrated, evidenced-based methods to help you explore your lifestyle, relationships, career, values, and goals. You will have the opportunity to learn, heal, and grow in a safe, judgement free, and supportive space so that you can be the best version of YOU.

Are you consumed with disturbing automatic thoughts, and spending hours chasing, analyzing, reviewing, and giving meaning to the intrusive thoughts? 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

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and founder of the Annapolis Child and Family Therapy Center. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples with a wide range of mental health and family relationship concerns. Problems I treat include depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD , tics, Tourette's, adjustment problems, noncompliance, anger/aggression, trauma, disruptive behavior, and family and couple relationship difficulties. My approach is collaborative and I view all of my clients as equal partners in the treatment process.

As a therapist, I believe it is particularly important to create a space where clients are able to openly consider the changes that they would like to see in their own lives and relationships and learn, grow and expand to make those changes to see what life becomes. My area of particular expertise is exploring the entire system during the therapy process, with the understanding that we are all deeply impacted by the people that surround us.

Are you struggling currently with feelings of anxiety, depression, or difficulty getting through the stressors of everyday life? I have helped people for over 15 years successfully improve their quality of life and achieve happiness by working with them to learn coping strategies they need for effective change. I specialize in treating issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, perfectionism, navigating difficult life transitions, ADHD, and OCD . I understand these struggles. I employ a Cognitive-Behavioral approach to help clients learn the tools and techniques for personal growth.

Psychotherapy is a unique opportunity for clients to explore personal growth work, clarify goals, improve self esteem, reduce stress and better understand themselves and their relationships with others. For 25 years, I've provided counseling for children, adolescents and adults dealing with a range of personal, emotional and mental health issues. In a quiet, relaxed setting, I work with clients to develop effective communication, decision making and problem solving skills to deal with challenges they face. I incorporate extensive training in cognitive, behavioral, dialectical and family therapy as well as relaxing breathing, storytelling and metaphors to help clients achieve more balanced, fulfilling lives.

We believe that every client has their own strengths and tools to get through difficult times and to grow. However, sometimes we just need a little navigation to discover those strengths. Our goal is to work together in identifying your strengths and empowering you to use them. We strive to create a warm and open atmosphere so you have a comfortable space to share your thoughts, feelings and challenges.

In my 24 years of practice I have helped adults, children and teens overcome a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, anger problems and alcohol/drug addictions using traditional (cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy) and non-traditional (Eastern philosophy and meditation, and art therapy) methods. I believe that all people have the ability to help themselves, but sometimes due to overwhelming life circumstances, hardships, and crises; they become "stuck."

Licensed in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia, LaKeisha Jackson of Lakeside Wellness, offers mental healthcare to adults, adolescents, couples & families to help you with coping and making more affirming life choices. Lakeside Wellness is a safe space for you to explore your feelings, behaviors, better solve problems, relieve stress and to do the work of achieving healing.

Children at Play, LLC offers pediatric occupational therapy services for children with a variety of needs. We offer FREE consultations and screenings to help you determine if we are the best fit for your family.

If you are here, you are hurting and want help. You may be feeling depressed, anxious, or angry. You may be struggling in relationship to yourself and others. You may be obsessing about the past or have serious worries about the future. And you may be stuck after trying many things on your own. I know it is easy to get discouraged, but also know that with the right help, things can definitely get better. And that is what I am genuinely here to provide.

I have been working within a medical pediatric practice for the duration of my career, and as a result see a number of children and adolescents in the Maryland and Washington DC area. Treatment with this population generally focuses on developmental, behavioral, academic, social, and family issues. I also see a number of adults on an outpatient basis and greatly value this aspect of my practice as well. Anxiety, depression, loss, and relationship issues are the primary focus of my work with adults, adolescents, and children. If you are planning to use health insurance please indicate whom your provider is.

Learn how to pursue your goals despite your problems by developing an antifragile mindset. I am an experienced psychologist who teaches evidence-based skills and strategies to help you feel better and have better relationships. With more than a decade of experience, I provide evaluation and therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with all ages. My style is genuine, accepting, and at times entertaining. My focus is helping you become mentally stronger and capable of coping with adversity while reaching your goals. Life can get better through therapy.