Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in O Fallon, MO

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Julie Bertel
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366  (Online Only)
My goal as a therapist is to work with you to help identify and apply your strengths to create positive and sustainable change. I strive to develop an authentic relationship by creating a safe space for individuals to be heard, understood, and validated. I specialize in working with neurodiverse clients with ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, and ASD and provide perinatal and postpartum mental health services for women. I am also passionate about working with parents to help them learn how to support their children across all stages of development.
My goal as a therapist is to work with you to help identify and apply your strengths to create positive and sustainable change. I strive to develop an authentic relationship by creating a safe space for individuals to be heard, understood, and validated. I specialize in working with neurodiverse clients with ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, and ASD and provide perinatal and postpartum mental health services for women. I am also passionate about working with parents to help them learn how to support their children across all stages of development.
(636) 339-4541 View (636) 339-4541
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Kevin Jones
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAC, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63366
In the diverse landscape of therapeutic support, my practice stands out for its commitment to fostering growth and healing across life's spectrum. I am dedicated to helping both individuals and couples as they face a range of challenges, ensuring that each aspect of my work—from navigating relationship dynamics to addressing personal issues like OCD, anxiety, and boundary-setting—is approached with equal focus and expertise. I also love to work with people struggling with Spiritual Abuse and journeys of doubt within their faith.
In the diverse landscape of therapeutic support, my practice stands out for its commitment to fostering growth and healing across life's spectrum. I am dedicated to helping both individuals and couples as they face a range of challenges, ensuring that each aspect of my work—from navigating relationship dynamics to addressing personal issues like OCD, anxiety, and boundary-setting—is approached with equal focus and expertise. I also love to work with people struggling with Spiritual Abuse and journeys of doubt within their faith.
(314) 375-4816 View (314) 375-4816
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Karen Gniadek- Ellie Mental Health Lake St. Louis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63368
I have experience working with people who have brains with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, bi-polar highs and low, and the autism spectrum.
I believe everyone deserves to be genuinely heard and understood. Before joining Ellie as an LPC, my career was anchored within the public school system as a parent, substitute teacher, special education teacher, psychological examiner, and school-based therapist. Although children, teens, and young adults were my focus, I often found myself equally supporting guardians. My desire is to help clients of all ages use their strengths to find creative, practical, realistic ways to approach life's challenges.
I have experience working with people who have brains with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, bi-polar highs and low, and the autism spectrum.
I believe everyone deserves to be genuinely heard and understood. Before joining Ellie as an LPC, my career was anchored within the public school system as a parent, substitute teacher, special education teacher, psychological examiner, and school-based therapist. Although children, teens, and young adults were my focus, I often found myself equally supporting guardians. My desire is to help clients of all ages use their strengths to find creative, practical, realistic ways to approach life's challenges.
(636) 428-5174 View (636) 428-5174
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Kimberly Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63368
Our past experiences and relationships shape how we see the world around us and how we cope with issues and struggles we encounter in our lives. If you are frustrated with feeling out of control, therapy can increase your self-awareness, social connectedness and coping skills. Understanding the "why" of your behaviors and emotions and increasing healthy coping skills can change your life. If you are ready to take the next step in understanding your "why" and "how to move forward", please reach out.
Our past experiences and relationships shape how we see the world around us and how we cope with issues and struggles we encounter in our lives. If you are frustrated with feeling out of control, therapy can increase your self-awareness, social connectedness and coping skills. Understanding the "why" of your behaviors and emotions and increasing healthy coping skills can change your life. If you are ready to take the next step in understanding your "why" and "how to move forward", please reach out.
(636) 782-4161 View (636) 782-4161
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Laurie Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63368
I am interested in helping people find their way along their personal journey. I enjoy working with adults, couples and adolescents. My approach is gentle and supportive. My theory focuses on using a combination of Psychodynamic Theory, Cognitive Behavioral and Insight oriented therapies. I have practiced in the field for 30 years. My first profession was Recreation Therapy an now Psychodynamic Therapist. I am licensed in both Illinois and Missouri. I look forward to meeting you.
I am interested in helping people find their way along their personal journey. I enjoy working with adults, couples and adolescents. My approach is gentle and supportive. My theory focuses on using a combination of Psychodynamic Theory, Cognitive Behavioral and Insight oriented therapies. I have practiced in the field for 30 years. My first profession was Recreation Therapy an now Psychodynamic Therapist. I am licensed in both Illinois and Missouri. I look forward to meeting you.
(314) 227-9809 View (314) 227-9809
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Sandhill Counseling & Consultation
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
We are a diverse group of licensed professionals. We are compassionate, knowledgable and honored to work with individuals, couples, and families. We support our clients to discover their own personal grace and agility, their ability to express themselves with integrity and conviction and most importantly to restore their faith in themselves and in their relationships.
We are a diverse group of licensed professionals. We are compassionate, knowledgable and honored to work with individuals, couples, and families. We support our clients to discover their own personal grace and agility, their ability to express themselves with integrity and conviction and most importantly to restore their faith in themselves and in their relationships.
(636) 336-1364 View (636) 336-1364
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Brandon Thoma
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63368  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Brandon. I believe that the client comes first in the therapy process and is most successful when they are met with unwavering support.
Hi, I'm Brandon. I believe that the client comes first in the therapy process and is most successful when they are met with unwavering support.
(314) 293-6634 View (314) 293-6634
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Keith Puellman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63366
I began working in the counseling field 25 years ago. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them heal from the difficulties of life and develop their full potential. I spent the first 7 of those years working in the addiction field. That experience gave me knowledge, insight, and compassion for individuals struggling with addictions. I also have a passion for helping couples develop strong, healthy, loving, and trusting marriages. As an adoptive father I understand the issues and challenges faced by adoptive parents. I'm experienced in treating depression, anxiety, anger, grief, and issues related to codependency.
I began working in the counseling field 25 years ago. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them heal from the difficulties of life and develop their full potential. I spent the first 7 of those years working in the addiction field. That experience gave me knowledge, insight, and compassion for individuals struggling with addictions. I also have a passion for helping couples develop strong, healthy, loving, and trusting marriages. As an adoptive father I understand the issues and challenges faced by adoptive parents. I'm experienced in treating depression, anxiety, anger, grief, and issues related to codependency.
(636) 271-4138 View (636) 271-4138
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Aleah Curley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63368  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You are here and have found my profile because you have taken a step toward healing. Maybe the healing is yours or maybe you are here for a family member. Maybe a close friend. No matter your reasoning I am elated that you are here. I am passionate about your journey to healing. I look forward to being there for you and assist you in reaching your therapeutic goals. It is an honor to be invited to your journey! I am happy to support you as a source of encouragement towards creating a lasting, positive effect in your life.
You are here and have found my profile because you have taken a step toward healing. Maybe the healing is yours or maybe you are here for a family member. Maybe a close friend. No matter your reasoning I am elated that you are here. I am passionate about your journey to healing. I look forward to being there for you and assist you in reaching your therapeutic goals. It is an honor to be invited to your journey! I am happy to support you as a source of encouragement towards creating a lasting, positive effect in your life.
(501) 271-4015 View (501) 271-4015
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Nathan E Lundin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CSAT-S, EMDR-II
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63366
If you've tried stopping unwanted sexual behaviors but continue despite the costs, then you're not alone - you're among a growing number of people seeking help. This type of therapy utilizes tasks focused on quickly establishing a stable and robust recovery. In the end, you'll be free from the secrecy and shame of living with an addiction.
If you've tried stopping unwanted sexual behaviors but continue despite the costs, then you're not alone - you're among a growing number of people seeking help. This type of therapy utilizes tasks focused on quickly establishing a stable and robust recovery. In the end, you'll be free from the secrecy and shame of living with an addiction.
(636) 329-4293 View (636) 329-4293
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Jacqueline Weydert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
Life is short. My goal is to help people find purpose and to overcome some of life's bumps. I work with people of all ages in individual, group, family and with couples who are experiencing feelings/emotions that are getting in the way of living a happy, fulfilled life. Lets face it, sometimes we just need someone to listen and help us learn skills that will get us back on track and feeling better. I work with people that are struggling with anxiety, depression, life events/traumas, bipolar disorder, teen/child issues, couples counseling, finding purpose and many others.
Life is short. My goal is to help people find purpose and to overcome some of life's bumps. I work with people of all ages in individual, group, family and with couples who are experiencing feelings/emotions that are getting in the way of living a happy, fulfilled life. Lets face it, sometimes we just need someone to listen and help us learn skills that will get us back on track and feeling better. I work with people that are struggling with anxiety, depression, life events/traumas, bipolar disorder, teen/child issues, couples counseling, finding purpose and many others.
(636) 238-1764 View (636) 238-1764
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Gwenda Plummer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, DMin, LPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63368
Dr. Gwenda Plummer helps individuals, couples, and families develop healthy relationships, identify and change problem behaviors, overcome challenges, find healing from past pain, and discover tools for an overcoming and enriched life. After the initial intake, each session is designed to achieve the client's goals in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Change and a fulfilled life are possible! Schedule with Gwenda today to begin your journey toward the healthy life you desire!
Dr. Gwenda Plummer helps individuals, couples, and families develop healthy relationships, identify and change problem behaviors, overcome challenges, find healing from past pain, and discover tools for an overcoming and enriched life. After the initial intake, each session is designed to achieve the client's goals in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Change and a fulfilled life are possible! Schedule with Gwenda today to begin your journey toward the healthy life you desire!
(417) 651-5743 View (417) 651-5743
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Robert Lindsley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63366
I really enjoy working with adults facing anxiety, depression and life transitions; as well as couples aiming to strengthen or repair their relationships.
I really enjoy working with adults facing anxiety, depression and life transitions; as well as couples aiming to strengthen or repair their relationships.
(636) 466-8622 View (636) 466-8622
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Unlimited Potential Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63368
What makes Unlimited Potential Counseling different from other counseling offices? We are a pediatric-focused practice (ages 3-Adult) and can work with your child/teen and family to navigate a variety of life's difficult situations. Our clinicians incorporate a variety of counseling styles to best fit the needs of you and your child, including play therapy techniques, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or parent coaching (to name only a few). We are a neurodiversity-affirming practice and work to find the strengths of each client to help them build the skills they need for success.
What makes Unlimited Potential Counseling different from other counseling offices? We are a pediatric-focused practice (ages 3-Adult) and can work with your child/teen and family to navigate a variety of life's difficult situations. Our clinicians incorporate a variety of counseling styles to best fit the needs of you and your child, including play therapy techniques, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or parent coaching (to name only a few). We are a neurodiversity-affirming practice and work to find the strengths of each client to help them build the skills they need for success.
(636) 336-1367 View (636) 336-1367
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Leah E Schlag
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63368
Are you an over-stressed college student? A twenty-something trying to figure out your life path? Dealing with depression and anxiety? Reaching out for help is a brave act. I am here to help. I specialize in working with millennial and gen z specific issues but I welcome all 18 and up on the therapeutic journey with me. I am also passionate about helping people process through past trauma to reclaim their lives. I tailor my approach based upon client needs and utilize EMDR, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and more. I accept several insurances.
Are you an over-stressed college student? A twenty-something trying to figure out your life path? Dealing with depression and anxiety? Reaching out for help is a brave act. I am here to help. I specialize in working with millennial and gen z specific issues but I welcome all 18 and up on the therapeutic journey with me. I am also passionate about helping people process through past trauma to reclaim their lives. I tailor my approach based upon client needs and utilize EMDR, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and more. I accept several insurances.
(636) 238-5912 View (636) 238-5912
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Sara Carter-Jameson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with young and older adults, both in individual and family therapy. I have taken special interest in working with end of life issues, times of transition such as grief and loss, relationship changes, and those who may be experiencing a terminal medical diagnosis. I also specialize in working with those who have been diagnosed with a dual diagnosis, mood, depressive, and anxiety disorders. For several years, I worked in in-patient acute healthcare settings. I have extensive experience working with elderly and their caregivers especially those diagnosed with Dementia.
I specialize in working with young and older adults, both in individual and family therapy. I have taken special interest in working with end of life issues, times of transition such as grief and loss, relationship changes, and those who may be experiencing a terminal medical diagnosis. I also specialize in working with those who have been diagnosed with a dual diagnosis, mood, depressive, and anxiety disorders. For several years, I worked in in-patient acute healthcare settings. I have extensive experience working with elderly and their caregivers especially those diagnosed with Dementia.
(636) 735-7066 View (636) 735-7066
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Alternative Behavioral Care
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Not Verified Not Verified
2 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63366  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Joan Rabushka LMSW earned her Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Lindenwood University and her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California in 2017. Joan specializes in eating disorders. Joan's practice focuses on treating clinical issues including: eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, depression. Joan works with individuals and groups. She leads the Eating Disorder Outpatient group. Joan draws from many different treatment approaches. Joan believes in meeting clients where they are at, and by using a strengths-based approach, this allows the client to gain empowerment and self-determination.
Joan Rabushka LMSW earned her Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Lindenwood University and her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California in 2017. Joan specializes in eating disorders. Joan's practice focuses on treating clinical issues including: eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, depression. Joan works with individuals and groups. She leads the Eating Disorder Outpatient group. Joan draws from many different treatment approaches. Joan believes in meeting clients where they are at, and by using a strengths-based approach, this allows the client to gain empowerment and self-determination.
(636) 303-1731 View (636) 303-1731
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Justin Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCATP
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
There are many reasons that we find ourselves in need of help. I believe that we all have a desire for our lives to be better, but many times we are unsure of how to reach those goals. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, other mental health needs, or have experienced trauma in your life reaching out for help is the first step toward a better life.
There are many reasons that we find ourselves in need of help. I believe that we all have a desire for our lives to be better, but many times we are unsure of how to reach those goals. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, other mental health needs, or have experienced trauma in your life reaching out for help is the first step toward a better life.
(636) 597-6067 View (636) 597-6067
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Rachel Kowalik
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63367
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients of all ages, genders, sexual preferences and cultural backgrounds. I specialize in working with children and adolescents along with families in an integrated approach. In terms of therapeutic technique and strategy, one size definitely does not fit all. I tailor my theoretical method to match the client in the moment. I go into each and every relationship with the expectation that the client's life will improve. My compassion, dedication, and clinical knowledge within the field of counseling is valuable in helping others acheive thier most fulfilling and meaningful life possible.
I work with clients of all ages, genders, sexual preferences and cultural backgrounds. I specialize in working with children and adolescents along with families in an integrated approach. In terms of therapeutic technique and strategy, one size definitely does not fit all. I tailor my theoretical method to match the client in the moment. I go into each and every relationship with the expectation that the client's life will improve. My compassion, dedication, and clinical knowledge within the field of counseling is valuable in helping others acheive thier most fulfilling and meaningful life possible.
(636) 336-1356 View (636) 336-1356
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Perry Dodge
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LPC, CPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63368
Are you experiencing stress in your life? Do you want to improve your marriage or family relationships? Are you going through a major life transition? Individuals, couples and families that work with me often experience greater peace, energy, and joy in life and more harmony in their key relationships. My specialties include strengthening marriages, overcoming stress, men's challenges and Christian Counseling. My work has been featured on NBC KSDK NewsChannel 5's Today in St. Louis, Bott Radio Network and St. Louis Woman Magazine, and I am the author of the book The Married Man's Field Manual: 30 Rules of Engagement.
Are you experiencing stress in your life? Do you want to improve your marriage or family relationships? Are you going through a major life transition? Individuals, couples and families that work with me often experience greater peace, energy, and joy in life and more harmony in their key relationships. My specialties include strengthening marriages, overcoming stress, men's challenges and Christian Counseling. My work has been featured on NBC KSDK NewsChannel 5's Today in St. Louis, Bott Radio Network and St. Louis Woman Magazine, and I am the author of the book The Married Man's Field Manual: 30 Rules of Engagement.
(314) 596-2982 View (314) 596-2982
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.