Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Eldersburg, MD

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Melissa Houck
Counselor, LCPC
2 Endorsed
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
(410) 304-7205 View (410) 304-7205
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Lauren Berdeguez
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Seeking out therapeutic services is healthy for our mind/body/soul connection. Just as we go to the gym to keep our bodies healthy, or puzzles to keep our mind sharp, we go to therapy to keep our connection between our mind/body/soul. Further, relationships are the center of connection: how we relate to others (family, friends, coworkers,) and the relationship we have with ourselves. It is my privilege to sit with you (or your family members) while we navigate the roadblocks and successes that make your life experience uniquely yours. It is my hope that in through this exploration and work, we can improve your relationships.
Seeking out therapeutic services is healthy for our mind/body/soul connection. Just as we go to the gym to keep our bodies healthy, or puzzles to keep our mind sharp, we go to therapy to keep our connection between our mind/body/soul. Further, relationships are the center of connection: how we relate to others (family, friends, coworkers,) and the relationship we have with ourselves. It is my privilege to sit with you (or your family members) while we navigate the roadblocks and successes that make your life experience uniquely yours. It is my hope that in through this exploration and work, we can improve your relationships.
(410) 657-6951 View (410) 657-6951
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Mike Mandel
Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I know this process can be difficult, but I am so happy you are here! I am a therapist that believes the relationship between counselor and client is vital to the therapeutic process. I pride myself on creating bonds with each client that I see. I have extensive training in therapeutic interventions such as CBT, trauma processing, IFS, DBT, and more. My goal is to weave these interventions seamlessly into sessions so that therapy doesn't feel too technical. My goal is to provide a comfortable, safe, and judgment-free space that you feel confident returning to each week. Together, we will create a plan to support your therapy goals.
I know this process can be difficult, but I am so happy you are here! I am a therapist that believes the relationship between counselor and client is vital to the therapeutic process. I pride myself on creating bonds with each client that I see. I have extensive training in therapeutic interventions such as CBT, trauma processing, IFS, DBT, and more. My goal is to weave these interventions seamlessly into sessions so that therapy doesn't feel too technical. My goal is to provide a comfortable, safe, and judgment-free space that you feel confident returning to each week. Together, we will create a plan to support your therapy goals.
(443) 241-2932 View (443) 241-2932
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Nadine M Centineo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Eldersburg, MD 21784
I am a skilled clinician with experience working with adolescents through adult clients. I have over 20 years experience in outpatient & inpatient settings seeing clients with a wide range of mental health diagnoses. My goal is to aid clients with negotiating difficulties and optimizing their functioning using validation, a person-centered approach, as well as various evidence based treatment modalities. Whether working in an individual, family, or couples setting, the aim is for clients to feel an increased effectiveness to cope with life stressors and build skills that will afford them the opportunity to live their best life.
I am a skilled clinician with experience working with adolescents through adult clients. I have over 20 years experience in outpatient & inpatient settings seeing clients with a wide range of mental health diagnoses. My goal is to aid clients with negotiating difficulties and optimizing their functioning using validation, a person-centered approach, as well as various evidence based treatment modalities. Whether working in an individual, family, or couples setting, the aim is for clients to feel an increased effectiveness to cope with life stressors and build skills that will afford them the opportunity to live their best life.
(667) 200-0732 View (667) 200-0732
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Tony L McCusker
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTS-I
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Thank you for visiting my profile, my name is Tony McCusker - a compassionate and knowledgeable licensed counselor. I received a master's degree from McDaniel College in Community Mental Health. I participate in a salutogenic model of therapy, focusing on solutions and equipping people with the tools they need to overcome obstacles, succeed, and grow. We all know that pain in life is unavoidable, but I'd love to help you carry that burden while we develop solutions by creating a safe space. You are the expert on your life, and I will bring my expertise in therapy to partner with you to find the relief and the balance that you seek.
Thank you for visiting my profile, my name is Tony McCusker - a compassionate and knowledgeable licensed counselor. I received a master's degree from McDaniel College in Community Mental Health. I participate in a salutogenic model of therapy, focusing on solutions and equipping people with the tools they need to overcome obstacles, succeed, and grow. We all know that pain in life is unavoidable, but I'd love to help you carry that burden while we develop solutions by creating a safe space. You are the expert on your life, and I will bring my expertise in therapy to partner with you to find the relief and the balance that you seek.
(410) 701-3442 View (410) 701-3442
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Candice Arbesman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Have life’s changes left you feeling unsettled or overwhelmed? Has a recent diagnosis, life transition, or caregiving role left you unsure of where to turn? You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I take a trauma-informed, holistic approach in working with individuals and families navigating anxiety, depression, medical challenges, and the unique stresses of caregiving. Together, we’ll create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and understood. My goal is to walk alongside you with empathy, encouragement, and practical resources to help you find balance, hope, and a renewed sense of well-being.
Have life’s changes left you feeling unsettled or overwhelmed? Has a recent diagnosis, life transition, or caregiving role left you unsure of where to turn? You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I take a trauma-informed, holistic approach in working with individuals and families navigating anxiety, depression, medical challenges, and the unique stresses of caregiving. Together, we’ll create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and understood. My goal is to walk alongside you with empathy, encouragement, and practical resources to help you find balance, hope, and a renewed sense of well-being.
(443) 252-3121 View (443) 252-3121
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Laura K Rhodes
Counselor, LCPC, LMHC, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Laura provides individual counseling via a secure virtual online live stream platform only. She can sees client who are in Maryland or Florida. Her clients often want help in feeling less anxious, depressed or panicked. They want to live their best life, with the chance to enjoy relationships with others and learn to form a relationship with themselves, peacefully and happily.
Laura provides individual counseling via a secure virtual online live stream platform only. She can sees client who are in Maryland or Florida. Her clients often want help in feeling less anxious, depressed or panicked. They want to live their best life, with the chance to enjoy relationships with others and learn to form a relationship with themselves, peacefully and happily.
(941) 269-2868 View (941) 269-2868
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Allison McQuaid
Counselor, LCPC, PMH-C
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
When you enter your motherhood experience there are often feelings of uncertainty, guilt, frustration, confusion, anxiety, and sadness. The rollercoaster of emotions is common, but does not have to be your "forever" as a parent. Many of the moms I meet with are searching for a place where they can feel validated, but also want actionable steps they can use to improve their thinking patterns (negative self talk, self doubt, inner critic, intrusive thoughts), and their also manage their feelings about becoming a mom. You deserve to feel better and feel confident as a mom!
When you enter your motherhood experience there are often feelings of uncertainty, guilt, frustration, confusion, anxiety, and sadness. The rollercoaster of emotions is common, but does not have to be your "forever" as a parent. Many of the moms I meet with are searching for a place where they can feel validated, but also want actionable steps they can use to improve their thinking patterns (negative self talk, self doubt, inner critic, intrusive thoughts), and their also manage their feelings about becoming a mom. You deserve to feel better and feel confident as a mom!
(410) 216-1351 View (410) 216-1351
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Heidi M Woods
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Online Only
I specialize in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders in children, adolescents and adults as well as behavior problems in children and adolescents. I also treat those who have experienced trauma. I utilize cognitive behavioral, behavior modification, relaxation, and solution focused therapies to help clients achieve a better life. My treatment approach is to listen carefully, develop treatment goals that are important and achieveable for the client, build on the client's current skills and help to develop new life skills as well as helping the client to achieve life balance.
I specialize in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders in children, adolescents and adults as well as behavior problems in children and adolescents. I also treat those who have experienced trauma. I utilize cognitive behavioral, behavior modification, relaxation, and solution focused therapies to help clients achieve a better life. My treatment approach is to listen carefully, develop treatment goals that are important and achieveable for the client, build on the client's current skills and help to develop new life skills as well as helping the client to achieve life balance.
(443) 701-5772 View (443) 701-5772
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Lisa Vilar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may be feeling anxious, sad, or stuck—wondering when life will begin to feel lighter again. If anxiety, depression, or constant worry are making it hard to reconnect with the joys of life, talking through what you’re experiencing can help. Whether you are coping with significant life changes or grieving a loss, you don’t have to face it alone. I am here to listen and support you. I have helped clients manage mood disorders, navigate difficult transitions, find strength while facing medical challenges, cope with loss, and work through many other life stressors. Parenting and relationship challenges can be especially overwhelming
You may be feeling anxious, sad, or stuck—wondering when life will begin to feel lighter again. If anxiety, depression, or constant worry are making it hard to reconnect with the joys of life, talking through what you’re experiencing can help. Whether you are coping with significant life changes or grieving a loss, you don’t have to face it alone. I am here to listen and support you. I have helped clients manage mood disorders, navigate difficult transitions, find strength while facing medical challenges, cope with loss, and work through many other life stressors. Parenting and relationship challenges can be especially overwhelming
(301) 804-1583 View (301) 804-1583
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Kristin Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Serves Area
I am a compassionate therapist who can help you affect positive change in your life. In completing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and similar types of therapy, you will learn how to modify your thoughts and behaviors in ways that will empower you to improve your mental health. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is well researched as one of the most effective therapeutic approaches and can be applied to most mental health conditions and stressors in your life.
I am a compassionate therapist who can help you affect positive change in your life. In completing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and similar types of therapy, you will learn how to modify your thoughts and behaviors in ways that will empower you to improve your mental health. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is well researched as one of the most effective therapeutic approaches and can be applied to most mental health conditions and stressors in your life.
(443) 789-6277 View (443) 789-6277
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Candice Mitchell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, FRTP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also welcome clients from all walks of life seeking support for trauma, OCD, depression, anxiety, and more.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about how to make meaningful changes? You're not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone either. I’m here to guide and empower you to overcome your obstacles and move toward a brighter, more fulfilling future. As an EMDR-trained clinical psychotherapist with extensive experience in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, personality disorders and dual diagnosis disorders, I bring a compassionate and tailored approach to every session. Whether we meet in person or virtually, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where we can identify the root of your struggles.
I also welcome clients from all walks of life seeking support for trauma, OCD, depression, anxiety, and more.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about how to make meaningful changes? You're not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone either. I’m here to guide and empower you to overcome your obstacles and move toward a brighter, more fulfilling future. As an EMDR-trained clinical psychotherapist with extensive experience in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, personality disorders and dual diagnosis disorders, I bring a compassionate and tailored approach to every session. Whether we meet in person or virtually, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where we can identify the root of your struggles.
(410) 487-9477 x701 View (410) 487-9477 x701
Ariel Jacobs
Counselor, LCPC, TF-CBT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and I work with children, teens, and adults using evidenced based practices. We work together using an eclectic approach to tailor your treatment around the goals you want to accomplish. In addition to being a therapist, I’m also a licensed resource (foster) parent and a college professor. My experience in each of these areas helps me utilize a variety of therapeutic tools to assist clients in different stages of their therapy journey.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and I work with children, teens, and adults using evidenced based practices. We work together using an eclectic approach to tailor your treatment around the goals you want to accomplish. In addition to being a therapist, I’m also a licensed resource (foster) parent and a college professor. My experience in each of these areas helps me utilize a variety of therapeutic tools to assist clients in different stages of their therapy journey.
(443) 665-8179 View (443) 665-8179
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Madeliene Moses
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome! I have experience working with individuals with Anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive and related disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, and everyday stressors. I work with individuals 10 years and older. My clinical modalities include strength-based, person-centered, expressive arts, play therapy, CBT, and DBT. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for therapy and intervention for each client.
Welcome! I have experience working with individuals with Anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive and related disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, and everyday stressors. I work with individuals 10 years and older. My clinical modalities include strength-based, person-centered, expressive arts, play therapy, CBT, and DBT. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for therapy and intervention for each client.
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New Path Counseling Center LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, CCDC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We treat Adolescents and Adults in the area of Addiction, Substance Abuse, Dual-Diagnosis, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma (EMDR), and Relationship difficulties. We offer a straightforward, friendly, effective approach to assist you in accomplishing your goals for counseling. We work with individuals, couples and families.
We treat Adolescents and Adults in the area of Addiction, Substance Abuse, Dual-Diagnosis, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma (EMDR), and Relationship difficulties. We offer a straightforward, friendly, effective approach to assist you in accomplishing your goals for counseling. We work with individuals, couples and families.
(410) 305-7232 View (410) 305-7232
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Michele Genevieve Stanton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LLC
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Over 30 years of experience serving the needs of Carroll County residents dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, marital conflict, chronic illness, addictions and the challenge of life transitions and loss issues.
Over 30 years of experience serving the needs of Carroll County residents dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, marital conflict, chronic illness, addictions and the challenge of life transitions and loss issues.
(443) 952-4057 View (443) 952-4057
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Nada Azmy
Counselor, LCPC
Online Only
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, or major life transitions, we’ll work together to uncover clarity, resilience, and meaningful change.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, or major life transitions, we’ll work together to uncover clarity, resilience, and meaningful change.
(240) 301-1936 View (240) 301-1936
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Ryan Rosenthal
Counselor, MS, LGPC
1 Endorsed
Eldersburg, MD 21784
(410) 621-9212 View (410) 621-9212
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Lauren Powers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, RPT-S
1 Endorsed
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Not accepting new clients
As a Registered Play Therapist, I help kids and parents make sense of big emotions and difficult experiences through the language kids know best: play. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem issues, or big feelings and big behaviors, I offer a safe and nurturing environment where healing can begin, and where they can build tools for lifelong emotional regulation. I believe that kids deserve therapy that is as effective as therapy is for adults. In play therapy, kids feel empowered to explore their feelings, behaviors, & challenges in ways that are naturally engaging + developmentally appropriate!
As a Registered Play Therapist, I help kids and parents make sense of big emotions and difficult experiences through the language kids know best: play. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem issues, or big feelings and big behaviors, I offer a safe and nurturing environment where healing can begin, and where they can build tools for lifelong emotional regulation. I believe that kids deserve therapy that is as effective as therapy is for adults. In play therapy, kids feel empowered to explore their feelings, behaviors, & challenges in ways that are naturally engaging + developmentally appropriate!
(410) 755-5274 View (410) 755-5274

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Riley Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211
I specialize in OCD and anxiety, substance use and psychedelics, and sex/kinky folx/ENM.
I practice from a nonjudgmental, harm reduction, and humanistic lens, which means our work will always center on your goals, your values, and what healing means for you. I draw on mindfulness, somatic practices, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). These techniques support deeper self-awareness, nervous system regulation, and long-term healing.
I specialize in OCD and anxiety, substance use and psychedelics, and sex/kinky folx/ENM.
I practice from a nonjudgmental, harm reduction, and humanistic lens, which means our work will always center on your goals, your values, and what healing means for you. I draw on mindfulness, somatic practices, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). These techniques support deeper self-awareness, nervous system regulation, and long-term healing.
(443) 227-4939 View (443) 227-4939

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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.