Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Rockville, MD

I help children and adolescents who are showing signs of anxiety, OCD and depression. I am here to provide evidence-based treatment for these symptoms and compassionate support to parents and families.

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

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.

Are you or your teen feeling depressed or anxious? Experiencing difficulty in a personal relationship? Have you been feeling stuck? Our therapists understand how you may feel overwhelmed when dealing with stress and sadness or adjusting to major life changes. Let us help you to feel better and move forward to reach your personal goals. We provide a warm and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your concerns as we work together to resolve them and access your own strengths. We work with ages 12+ across the lifespan. Individual, couples, and group therapy services are available in-person and via telehealth.

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

As someone that struggles with unwanted or intrusive thoughts, feelings, sensations, or urges, you often find yourself spinning in circles. You are constantly hounded by doubt and spend most of your time just trying to keep your head above water. You know that you are being illogical, but just can't seem to shake the feeling that something bad is going to happen. It can be scary to reach out for help. You may worry that you will be judged if you tell anyone about the content of your thoughts, so you suffer in silence. So often it seems that you have to carry this burden alone.

I am a psychotherapist with 26 years of experience. Areas of specialty include Exposure Therapy and iCBT for OCD , and CPT for PTSD. I became a certified trauma therapist while working at the V.A. with veterans having PTSD. My clinical expertise is broad and includes work with anxiety, depression, and bipolar. Therapies are strength-based. I would love to hear from you.

I love working with teens and adults who are tired of feeling trapped by obsessive compulsive disorder, exhausted from struggling with an eating disorder, or hate what they see when they look in the mirror.

Is anxiety getting in the way of the life you want to lead? Do you feel tense, overwhelmed, and stuck in your head much of the time? You don't have to live like this forever! 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.

Congratulations for taking the first step in trying to find a therapist. This is not an easy step. Now to finding the right fit. If you want concrete strategies and to learn ways to move forward my clinic is a way to go. We specialize in outcomes based (researched) treatment. I have been a DBT therapist for over 10 years and ERP for over 5 years. That means that if you have a hard time with information you don't like (distress tolerance), managing your emotions (emotional regulation), high intensity relationships (interpersonal effectiveness) and/or obsessive thoughts - we have several kinds of treatments that work.

Your anxiety or OCD may show up in different ways: panic attacks, repetitive doubts, overthinking, indecision, compulsions, or avoidance of things you wish you could do. A cycle is born when these symptoms trigger more anxiety and distress. It can be exhausting, and these problems can significantly affect your quality of life and every day choices. Trying to get rid of, avoid, or change anxiety or OCD with breathing exercises, journaling, or "analyzing the past" can paradoxically perpetuate or exacerbate your suffering.

Are intrusive worries and hours of mental/physical rituals interfering in your or your child’s life? Have doubts and compulsive behaviors overshadowed your/their personality? OCD and BFRBs can surface at any age and the resulting distress and shame can be debilitating. At Oceanside Psychotherapy, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to help clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with curiosity, mindfulness, and self-compassion. I strive to foster strong alliances with my clients so that we can work as a team in overcoming compulsive behaviors and return to living a meaningful life.

“Expose yourself to your deepest fear; after that, fear has no power, and the fear of freedom shrinks and vanishes. You are free.” - Jim Morrison. Anxiety, worry, and fear are natural responses to possible dangers and threats. It allows us to account for possible negative consequences and prepare ourselves accordingly. However, sometimes anxiety becomes an ever-present state. This can turn life into a nightmare, constantly perceiving danger at every corner. Thankfully, anxiety disorders, OCD , and related problems are highly treatable. I work with patients to help them overcome their fears and to bring back the joy in their lives.

Accepting PCIT referrals! Dr. Renee DeBoard-Lucas is a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience treating trauma and anxiety in children, teens, and adults. She is passionate about using evidence based treatments because these treatments work and instill hope that people can get better! She is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and is trained in Prolonged Exposure therapy. Dr. DeBoard-Lucas provides Exposure and Response Prevention and Habit Reversal Training for OCD & Tic Disorders. Dr. DeBoard-Lucas currently has openings for PCIT, for children age 2-7 years with behavioral concerns.

We are a specialty practice that provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapies for children (ages 8+) adolescents & adults. We treat a range of Anxiety Disorders (Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Health Anxiety, PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder & related concerns (e.g., Skin Picking , Trichotillomania).

I help highly functioning individuals reduce anxiety, and obsessive compulsive ( OCD ) symptoms. Your mind can be a scary and overwhelming place. Does it seem like worry, stress, and anxiety have been running the show? I wish you weren’t here looking for help, but I’m glad you found my profile. As a therapist and founder of Behavioral Health Direct my goal is to help you find relief and overcome difficult thoughts and feelings. My clients are typically hard working and motivated professionals and students struggling with anxiety related issues and looking for clear goals and direction.

I specialize in treating obsessive -compulsive disorders, anxiety, depression, body-focused repetitive behaviors, women's issues, self-esteem, and trauma. Additionally, I work across the lifespan, helping adolescents, adults, and seniors navigate mood, relationship, and emotional challenges. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and integrate diverse clinical skills in my work to be able to offer adaptable, client-centered care aligned with the best research-supported interventions for long-lasting impact. I received my doctorate from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, DC.