Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Gardiner, ME
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed out? Frustrated with a close relationship? I’m a clinical psychologist specializing in stress and anxiety. I work with individuals and couples. I have a health psychology background and have helped many clients with chronic pain/illness, as well as making behavior changes such as weight loss, exercise, quitting smoking, & preparing for bariatric surgery.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed out? Frustrated with a close relationship? I’m a clinical psychologist specializing in stress and anxiety. I work with individuals and couples. I have a health psychology background and have helped many clients with chronic pain/illness, as well as making behavior changes such as weight loss, exercise, quitting smoking, & preparing for bariatric surgery.
I’m an eccentric, depth‑oriented therapist who blends radical honesty with a warm, grounded presence. I work with the unconscious, the body, and the patterns you’ve carried for years—often without realizing it. My approach is deeply trauma‑informed and somatically attuned, helping you understand how your story lives in both mind and body. If you’ve ever felt “too much” or misunderstood, this is a space where your complexity is welcomed and your truth can finally breathe.
I’m an eccentric, depth‑oriented therapist who blends radical honesty with a warm, grounded presence. I work with the unconscious, the body, and the patterns you’ve carried for years—often without realizing it. My approach is deeply trauma‑informed and somatically attuned, helping you understand how your story lives in both mind and body. If you’ve ever felt “too much” or misunderstood, this is a space where your complexity is welcomed and your truth can finally breathe.
My ideal client is someone curious about their inner world, even if ambivalent about change.They may struggle with anxiety, depression, or repeating life patterns, and need both practical coping skills and insight into the beliefs that keep them stuck. Their goals often include breaking cycles, improving relationships, and building confidence in making intentional choices.Motivation helps, but I also value clients willing to be challenged when resistance arises.Homework and practice are essential, extending progress beyond sessions. Together we examine problematic patterns and explore the shadow, aiming for authentic, lasting change
My ideal client is someone curious about their inner world, even if ambivalent about change.They may struggle with anxiety, depression, or repeating life patterns, and need both practical coping skills and insight into the beliefs that keep them stuck. Their goals often include breaking cycles, improving relationships, and building confidence in making intentional choices.Motivation helps, but I also value clients willing to be challenged when resistance arises.Homework and practice are essential, extending progress beyond sessions. Together we examine problematic patterns and explore the shadow, aiming for authentic, lasting change
Indeed, life has its ups & downs and sometimes we need support when it seems our past/present experiences are limiting ourselves and our life choices. The sense of unbalance can result in many obstacles, struggles & indecisiveness. I work with individuals & would love to meet with you to allow for a space to support & develop a better sense of balance. Therapy & my multiple offerings allows clients the opportunity to discover their limiting thoughts, patterns & beliefs in order to recognize, awaken & cultivate unconditional confidence to allow for a stronger & gentler sense of self & the ability to make calm & relaxed choices.
Indeed, life has its ups & downs and sometimes we need support when it seems our past/present experiences are limiting ourselves and our life choices. The sense of unbalance can result in many obstacles, struggles & indecisiveness. I work with individuals & would love to meet with you to allow for a space to support & develop a better sense of balance. Therapy & my multiple offerings allows clients the opportunity to discover their limiting thoughts, patterns & beliefs in order to recognize, awaken & cultivate unconditional confidence to allow for a stronger & gentler sense of self & the ability to make calm & relaxed choices.
I welcome variety types of clients and appreciate each person as they are. My aim is to develop a mutually respecting and trusting relationship with my clients as I guide them through life's ups and downs. I will work with you on your journey in understanding and managing any of your life difficulties that you may be experiencing. I will help guide you to explore your needs while utilizing a strength based approach.
I welcome variety types of clients and appreciate each person as they are. My aim is to develop a mutually respecting and trusting relationship with my clients as I guide them through life's ups and downs. I will work with you on your journey in understanding and managing any of your life difficulties that you may be experiencing. I will help guide you to explore your needs while utilizing a strength based approach.
I believe in the uniqueness of each human being and that all people have inherent strengths. I know when a person seeks counseling it is because he/she is feeling overwhelmed or stuck. In the safety of a professional helping relationship you will address those areas as well as recognize and utilize your own strengths so you can move forward to resolve your problems. I work with people on a variety of difficult life issues and I meet each person where they are at. In addition to helping individual adults, I work with parents, families and children ages 7-18.
I believe in the uniqueness of each human being and that all people have inherent strengths. I know when a person seeks counseling it is because he/she is feeling overwhelmed or stuck. In the safety of a professional helping relationship you will address those areas as well as recognize and utilize your own strengths so you can move forward to resolve your problems. I work with people on a variety of difficult life issues and I meet each person where they are at. In addition to helping individual adults, I work with parents, families and children ages 7-18.
Congratulations for reaching out for support and taking the first step towards the life that you want to create. The world that we live in can be challenging, and sometimes we need help beyond our families and social circles. I use a strengths-based approach to work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and eating disordered behaviors. I believe in the use of mindfulness practices to strengthen the mind-body connection and believe that self care is the basis for being able to support ourselves and ultimately being able to share our lives with others.
Congratulations for reaching out for support and taking the first step towards the life that you want to create. The world that we live in can be challenging, and sometimes we need help beyond our families and social circles. I use a strengths-based approach to work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and eating disordered behaviors. I believe in the use of mindfulness practices to strengthen the mind-body connection and believe that self care is the basis for being able to support ourselves and ultimately being able to share our lives with others.
Martha Hernandez
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Welcome to my practice! If you're reading this, maybe you've been having a rough time. Maybe you've been feeling anxious or depressed, beyond where that seems ok. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting that don't feel good or no longer "work." I believe that all of us can feel better and have more satisfying lives, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be. I have been privileged to witness extraordinary healing and growth in many of my clients.
Welcome to my practice! If you're reading this, maybe you've been having a rough time. Maybe you've been feeling anxious or depressed, beyond where that seems ok. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting that don't feel good or no longer "work." I believe that all of us can feel better and have more satisfying lives, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be. I have been privileged to witness extraordinary healing and growth in many of my clients.
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My approach to treating OCD is warm but direct; my goal is to help you become your own therapist.
Our deep understanding of the nuances of OCD enables us to properly diagnose and treat it. Additionally, we have received intensive training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy (ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues – this will depend on your preferences.
My approach to treating OCD is warm but direct; my goal is to help you become your own therapist.
Our deep understanding of the nuances of OCD enables us to properly diagnose and treat it. Additionally, we have received intensive training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy (ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues – this will depend on your preferences.
Dr. Paul Gervais
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LMFT, LCPC, LPC, LP
Augusta, ME 04330
Compulsions and addictions are secondary responses to primary factors
Multi-Licensed Specialist…Individual and Marriage and Family: Consider this your first step toward self-discovery and recovery! One's beginning remains proof of his or her completion. You are one of a kind! Untold generations were strategically placed for your arrival on planet earth and fulfillment of destiny.
Compulsions and addictions are secondary responses to primary factors
Multi-Licensed Specialist…Individual and Marriage and Family: Consider this your first step toward self-discovery and recovery! One's beginning remains proof of his or her completion. You are one of a kind! Untold generations were strategically placed for your arrival on planet earth and fulfillment of destiny.
I am a certified Exposure and Response Prevention therapist and love helping people with OCD.
Are you struggling with unwanted thoughts about the past or scary things that could happen in the future? When having distressing thoughts, life can feel out of control. We may try to cope by avoiding situations that we once enjoyed. We may engage in compulsive behaviors that cause temporary relief but keep our thoughts and behaviors looping. Our relationships may also be impacted as we push people away or try to convince others of our worth. Through therapy, you can build security within yourself and in your relationships by facing your fears and responding in healthier ways that align with your goals and values.
I am a certified Exposure and Response Prevention therapist and love helping people with OCD.
Are you struggling with unwanted thoughts about the past or scary things that could happen in the future? When having distressing thoughts, life can feel out of control. We may try to cope by avoiding situations that we once enjoyed. We may engage in compulsive behaviors that cause temporary relief but keep our thoughts and behaviors looping. Our relationships may also be impacted as we push people away or try to convince others of our worth. Through therapy, you can build security within yourself and in your relationships by facing your fears and responding in healthier ways that align with your goals and values.
At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD.
When you start with NOCD Therapy, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, depending on your preference and availability. We’ll get to know you and create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD.
When you start with NOCD Therapy, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, depending on your preference and availability. We’ll get to know you and create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
I am passionate about treating people with psychosis, OCD, and mood disorders (including bipolar disorder without psychosis) and helping people figure out what life looks like with a life long diagnosis.
I am trained in EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, and several other methods. I use both structured and more eclectic approaches to problems based on clients' needs.
I am passionate about treating people with psychosis, OCD, and mood disorders (including bipolar disorder without psychosis) and helping people figure out what life looks like with a life long diagnosis.
I am trained in EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, and several other methods. I use both structured and more eclectic approaches to problems based on clients' needs.
I specialize in treating OCD, Anxiety, and associated mental health challenges for clients 13+.
I am passionate about working with adults in the LGBTQIA+ community and have advanced training in areas such as: nontraditional relationship structures, sexuality, sex, and intimacy concerns, and identity-affirming life changes and transitions.
I specialize in treating OCD, Anxiety, and associated mental health challenges for clients 13+.
I am passionate about working with adults in the LGBTQIA+ community and have advanced training in areas such as: nontraditional relationship structures, sexuality, sex, and intimacy concerns, and identity-affirming life changes and transitions.
Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, OCD, neurodivergence (including autism), burnout, and the exhaustion that comes from trying to “keep up” while feeling internally overloaded.
A lot of my work focuses on: Anxiety/overthinking that won’t shut off, OCD and intrusive thought patterns, Nervous system overload, Learning your real capacity (not the one you’ve been forcing yourself to meet), Boundary setting and reducing people-pleasing, Developing a supportive internal voice instead of a self-critical one,Practical, real-life strategies
Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, OCD, neurodivergence (including autism), burnout, and the exhaustion that comes from trying to “keep up” while feeling internally overloaded.
A lot of my work focuses on: Anxiety/overthinking that won’t shut off, OCD and intrusive thought patterns, Nervous system overload, Learning your real capacity (not the one you’ve been forcing yourself to meet), Boundary setting and reducing people-pleasing, Developing a supportive internal voice instead of a self-critical one,Practical, real-life strategies
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).
We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention (ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you'll work with me or be paired with a therapist in our network, based on your preferences.
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).
We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention (ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you'll work with me or be paired with a therapist in our network, based on your preferences.
I specialize in anxiety and panic, OCD, PTSD and trauma, depression, insomnia, chronic illness and health-related stress, IBS and other gut-brain disorders, relationship concerns, and older adult counseling.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, panic, intrusive thoughts, trauma, depression, chronic stress, poor sleep, health concerns, or relationship difficulties. Perhaps you understand what is happening but still feel stuck in patterns that are hard to change. I work with adults of all ages who want both compassionate support and practical tools. Together we will clarify what is contributing to your distress, identify goals that matter to you, and build skills to navigate difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, increase resilience, and create meaningful change that lasts beyond symptom relief.
I specialize in anxiety and panic, OCD, PTSD and trauma, depression, insomnia, chronic illness and health-related stress, IBS and other gut-brain disorders, relationship concerns, and older adult counseling.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, panic, intrusive thoughts, trauma, depression, chronic stress, poor sleep, health concerns, or relationship difficulties. Perhaps you understand what is happening but still feel stuck in patterns that are hard to change. I work with adults of all ages who want both compassionate support and practical tools. Together we will clarify what is contributing to your distress, identify goals that matter to you, and build skills to navigate difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, increase resilience, and create meaningful change that lasts beyond symptom relief.
At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for people with OCD.
When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, depending on your preferences. We’ll work to get to know you and create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals. Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for people with OCD.
When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, depending on your preferences. We’ll work to get to know you and create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals. Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
You’re experiencing a lot of doubt about yourself, your work, your relationships, your parenting- everything-but this isn't who you want to be. You can keep it at bay if you stay busy but come bedtime, your head hits the pillow, and your mind is racing and you’re wide awake because your anxiety caught you again! It is exhausting living with anxiety! I work with adults like you who experience a variety of anxiety related issues.
You’re experiencing a lot of doubt about yourself, your work, your relationships, your parenting- everything-but this isn't who you want to be. You can keep it at bay if you stay busy but come bedtime, your head hits the pillow, and your mind is racing and you’re wide awake because your anxiety caught you again! It is exhausting living with anxiety! I work with adults like you who experience a variety of anxiety related issues.
I believe that seeking help for life's struggles is an important aspect of personal growth. I enjoy working with people who are interested in developing insights, skills and strategies to cope with life’s hardships. I believe we build on our collective wisdom throughout our lives. Loss, chronic illness, attachment, relationships, anxiety and/or depression are all areas of familiarity.
I believe that seeking help for life's struggles is an important aspect of personal growth. I enjoy working with people who are interested in developing insights, skills and strategies to cope with life’s hardships. I believe we build on our collective wisdom throughout our lives. Loss, chronic illness, attachment, relationships, anxiety and/or depression are all areas of familiarity.
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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.