Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Clarence Center, NY
I have helped many successfully navigate and improve Anxiety, Depression, OCD, loss or Trauma, Dysfunctional/Toxic relationships, Divorce, Custody issues, Spectrum / NeuroDivergence.
My 14 years in Buddhist Japan shapes how I practice 'true' mindfulness' : better thoughts & awareness. I also combine CBT, DBT, SFT, EFT and Exposure therapy, and other evidenced therapies that may be needed. We will explore the deeper nuances of your challenges, then actively use the best fit of psychological skills. I also do DSM diagnostic evaluations.
I have helped many successfully navigate and improve Anxiety, Depression, OCD, loss or Trauma, Dysfunctional/Toxic relationships, Divorce, Custody issues, Spectrum / NeuroDivergence.
My 14 years in Buddhist Japan shapes how I practice 'true' mindfulness' : better thoughts & awareness. I also combine CBT, DBT, SFT, EFT and Exposure therapy, and other evidenced therapies that may be needed. We will explore the deeper nuances of your challenges, then actively use the best fit of psychological skills. I also do DSM diagnostic evaluations.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD), perfectionism, and relationship challenges.
I work with individuals struggling with intrusive thoughts, rumination, mental compulsions, health anxiety, relationship OCD, panic, chronic worry, and the relentless pressure to get things "just right." I also help couples strengthen communication, rebuild connection, and navigate the challenges that arise when relationships are strained by life's demands.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD), perfectionism, and relationship challenges.
I work with individuals struggling with intrusive thoughts, rumination, mental compulsions, health anxiety, relationship OCD, panic, chronic worry, and the relentless pressure to get things "just right." I also help couples strengthen communication, rebuild connection, and navigate the challenges that arise when relationships are strained by life's demands.
I am experienced in helping people with obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD) and anxiety.
Are intrusive thoughts getting out of control? Do you find yourself worrying and not always knowing why? Are feelings of sadness or emptiness making it hard to enjoy things that once made you happy? Counseling is a healing journey. I would consider it a privilege to help you through this journey. I believe in helping people to reach their maximum potential and teaching people to manage their symptoms so that they may live as full and as meaningful a life as possible. My intention is to empower you to make the best decisions for yourself and to help you to cope with challenges in your life.
I am experienced in helping people with obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD) and anxiety.
Are intrusive thoughts getting out of control? Do you find yourself worrying and not always knowing why? Are feelings of sadness or emptiness making it hard to enjoy things that once made you happy? Counseling is a healing journey. I would consider it a privilege to help you through this journey. I believe in helping people to reach their maximum potential and teaching people to manage their symptoms so that they may live as full and as meaningful a life as possible. My intention is to empower you to make the best decisions for yourself and to help you to cope with challenges in your life.
Choosing a therapist is an important and deeply personal decision, and my goal is to offer a space where you feel genuinely seen, supported, and understood. I work with individuals who are navigating complex trauma, emotional overwhelm, relationship struggles, worry, or sadness. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck in cycles they can’t quite name, carrying burdens they’ve held alone for far too long. Together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and build a path toward relief, clarity, and meaningful change.
Choosing a therapist is an important and deeply personal decision, and my goal is to offer a space where you feel genuinely seen, supported, and understood. I work with individuals who are navigating complex trauma, emotional overwhelm, relationship struggles, worry, or sadness. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck in cycles they can’t quite name, carrying burdens they’ve held alone for far too long. Together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and build a path toward relief, clarity, and meaningful change.
Welcome to a psychotherapy practice for individuals who value inquiry, insight, and substance. I bring together the wisdom of psychotherapy’s traditions with an evidence-informed understanding of human development and change. This perspective guides a private, relationship-centered experience tailored to each person’s unique history, strengths, challenges, and values. Exceptional psychotherapy begins with understanding the whole person. Through a collaborative, comprehensive approach, we work together to develop greater self-understanding, resilience, agency, and a more meaningful relationship with yourself and the world around you.
Welcome to a psychotherapy practice for individuals who value inquiry, insight, and substance. I bring together the wisdom of psychotherapy’s traditions with an evidence-informed understanding of human development and change. This perspective guides a private, relationship-centered experience tailored to each person’s unique history, strengths, challenges, and values. Exceptional psychotherapy begins with understanding the whole person. Through a collaborative, comprehensive approach, we work together to develop greater self-understanding, resilience, agency, and a more meaningful relationship with yourself and the world around you.
We can't always choose our burdens, but we can choose how we carry them. Some of us learned the only way to protect ourselves was to isolate, not getting out of bed, endlessly scrolling, and pulling away from the world. Some learned to be on alert, plan for the worst, be ready to fight, and never let their guard down. The good news is we aren't destined to repeat the same patterns for the rest of our lives. Learning to trust ourselves and protect ourselves in healthy ways rather than harmful ways is possible and more available than we think. I have many years of experience with psychedelic integration therapy & integrating NOSC.
We can't always choose our burdens, but we can choose how we carry them. Some of us learned the only way to protect ourselves was to isolate, not getting out of bed, endlessly scrolling, and pulling away from the world. Some learned to be on alert, plan for the worst, be ready to fight, and never let their guard down. The good news is we aren't destined to repeat the same patterns for the rest of our lives. Learning to trust ourselves and protect ourselves in healthy ways rather than harmful ways is possible and more available than we think. I have many years of experience with psychedelic integration therapy & integrating NOSC.
Amanda Polino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Are you are a young woman struggling with daily anxiety? As a result you’re having problems in your relationships, work/school, or even daily tasks? If the stress you’re carrying is taking away today’s peace, you may benefit from learning specific tools to better manage each day. I treat woman dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-worth, life changes/stressors and relationship problems.
Are you are a young woman struggling with daily anxiety? As a result you’re having problems in your relationships, work/school, or even daily tasks? If the stress you’re carrying is taking away today’s peace, you may benefit from learning specific tools to better manage each day. I treat woman dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-worth, life changes/stressors and relationship problems.
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I specialize in trauma work using EMDR and other approaches, and also work with anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, burnout, and related concerns.
Therapy with me focuses on more than understanding patterns—it’s about shifting them at the level they're held in the nervous system. We work to increase regulation, expand capacity, and create lasting change that goes beyond insight alone. I also offer EMDR intensives, which are extended sessions designed for focused, deeper therapeutic work.
I specialize in trauma work using EMDR and other approaches, and also work with anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, burnout, and related concerns.
Therapy with me focuses on more than understanding patterns—it’s about shifting them at the level they're held in the nervous system. We work to increase regulation, expand capacity, and create lasting change that goes beyond insight alone. I also offer EMDR intensives, which are extended sessions designed for focused, deeper therapeutic work.
I specialize in anxiety, OCD, and navigating divorce or complex relationship transitions.
You’re functioning—but something still feels off. You may find yourself stuck in the same patterns, overthinking, or managing anxiety in ways that don’t actually resolve it. My approach blends evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness skills in a direct collaborative telehealth setting. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, mood concerns, or life transitions, I’ll partner with you to set clear goals and work toward meaningful change. Accepting new clients — private pay and multiple insurance plans accepted. Email to schedule an intake session.
I specialize in anxiety, OCD, and navigating divorce or complex relationship transitions.
You’re functioning—but something still feels off. You may find yourself stuck in the same patterns, overthinking, or managing anxiety in ways that don’t actually resolve it. My approach blends evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness skills in a direct collaborative telehealth setting. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, mood concerns, or life transitions, I’ll partner with you to set clear goals and work toward meaningful change. Accepting new clients — private pay and multiple insurance plans accepted. Email to schedule an intake session.
By using a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, I am able to help my clients with many different issues, including, but not limited to: anxiety, stress and anger management, and OCD.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been practicing for over 16 years. I specialize in the treatment and management of anxiety, stress, and anger. I utilize a client-centered, strength-based perspective, which allows me to effectively build clinical rapport and engage with my clients from the initial session. I work collaboratively with clients, enabling them to take those first steps toward self-improvement very quickly. I have great empathy for all of my clients and offer them my knowledge and expertise in helping them to achieve the therapy goals we set together.
By using a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, I am able to help my clients with many different issues, including, but not limited to: anxiety, stress and anger management, and OCD.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been practicing for over 16 years. I specialize in the treatment and management of anxiety, stress, and anger. I utilize a client-centered, strength-based perspective, which allows me to effectively build clinical rapport and engage with my clients from the initial session. I work collaboratively with clients, enabling them to take those first steps toward self-improvement very quickly. I have great empathy for all of my clients and offer them my knowledge and expertise in helping them to achieve the therapy goals we set together.
I strive to make it a priority to create a comfortable environment to explore stressors that may be related to anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, grief and loss, or other life adjustments.
I find value and importance of incorporating self-compassion into our work together. Often anxiety and depressive disorders, as well as life stressors can cause us to be our own worst enemy or think negatively about ourselves. Learning to care for ourselves while being kind can help immensely.
I strive to make it a priority to create a comfortable environment to explore stressors that may be related to anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, grief and loss, or other life adjustments.
I find value and importance of incorporating self-compassion into our work together. Often anxiety and depressive disorders, as well as life stressors can cause us to be our own worst enemy or think negatively about ourselves. Learning to care for ourselves while being kind can help immensely.
At the heart of On Living Psychotherapy is an invitation to explore what a meaningful life looks like, for you. It’s common to become separated from your own life, moving on autopilot, trying to accomplish what you believe you should be doing. You may find yourself comparing your life to others and feeling as though you’re not doing things well enough, without noticing how deeply incomparable your life is. Over time, this can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself, from others, and from the sense of aliveness that makes life feel meaningful.
At the heart of On Living Psychotherapy is an invitation to explore what a meaningful life looks like, for you. It’s common to become separated from your own life, moving on autopilot, trying to accomplish what you believe you should be doing. You may find yourself comparing your life to others and feeling as though you’re not doing things well enough, without noticing how deeply incomparable your life is. Over time, this can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself, from others, and from the sense of aliveness that makes life feel meaningful.
I help adults struggling with OCD, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions feel more grounded, supported, and in control of their lives.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, EMDR, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Therapy is tailored to each client's individual needs and goals, whether you're navigating through intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, trauma, overwhelming anxiety, to emotional burnout.
I help adults struggling with OCD, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions feel more grounded, supported, and in control of their lives.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, EMDR, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Therapy is tailored to each client's individual needs and goals, whether you're navigating through intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, trauma, overwhelming anxiety, to emotional burnout.
Imagine being lost in a dark, foggy hedge maze, alone, confused, overwhelmed, unable to focus or remember where you were going, your thoughts a tangled mess. In the distance you see a figure approaching with a lantern, steady hand outstretched. I will be your guide through the your maze of intrusive and anxious thoughts towards a peaceful clearing and the direct pursuit of the life you want to live. Together we can mentally transplant you to a mindscape that allows you to grow; a safe place to untangle your thoughts, stretch your mind, and grow fearlessly.
Imagine being lost in a dark, foggy hedge maze, alone, confused, overwhelmed, unable to focus or remember where you were going, your thoughts a tangled mess. In the distance you see a figure approaching with a lantern, steady hand outstretched. I will be your guide through the your maze of intrusive and anxious thoughts towards a peaceful clearing and the direct pursuit of the life you want to live. Together we can mentally transplant you to a mindscape that allows you to grow; a safe place to untangle your thoughts, stretch your mind, and grow fearlessly.
Welcome! As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over ten years of experience, I strive to help those that I work with to feel empowered in their own abilities. Together we’ll explore, grow, mutually learn, and move forward at your pace. I offer a warm, collaborative space where you don’t have to face things alone, as we’ll work hand in hand toward the change you’re seeking. I see therapy as a space where your voice matters and your growth is always possible. I believe in your capacity to grow and heal, and I’m here to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and encouragement.
Welcome! As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over ten years of experience, I strive to help those that I work with to feel empowered in their own abilities. Together we’ll explore, grow, mutually learn, and move forward at your pace. I offer a warm, collaborative space where you don’t have to face things alone, as we’ll work hand in hand toward the change you’re seeking. I see therapy as a space where your voice matters and your growth is always possible. I believe in your capacity to grow and heal, and I’m here to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and encouragement.
Former Client's who are interested in following me, please reach out to WNY Psychiatry and Counseling Associates to become immediately established with continuity of care: 716-635-5010.
Former Client's who are interested in following me, please reach out to WNY Psychiatry and Counseling Associates to become immediately established with continuity of care: 716-635-5010.
David Willert (Christian Clinical Counseling LLC)
Counselor, LMHC-D, MS, Police, Officer, (Ret)
1 Endorsed
Depew, NY 14043
I work with individuals and couples across Williamsville, Buffalo, Amherst, Clarence, Lancaster, and Cheektowaga, dealing with OCD, trauma, anxiety, and relationship stress.
I provide licensed, evidence-based therapy including EMDR, OCD treatment, trauma therapy, anxiety and panic disorders, depression, life transitions, stress management, couples counseling, and recovery from emotional abuse and narcissistic relationships. Christian faith integration is available if desired, but never forced.
I work with individuals and couples across Williamsville, Buffalo, Amherst, Clarence, Lancaster, and Cheektowaga, dealing with OCD, trauma, anxiety, and relationship stress.
I provide licensed, evidence-based therapy including EMDR, OCD treatment, trauma therapy, anxiety and panic disorders, depression, life transitions, stress management, couples counseling, and recovery from emotional abuse and narcissistic relationships. Christian faith integration is available if desired, but never forced.
If you feel like you have been white knuckling your way through life on your own, constantly carrying self doubt or emotional weight that keeps you up at night, you are not alone. Maybe your mind never fully shuts off or you feel stuck in patterns that hold you back from the life you want. Therapy can be a place to finally slow down, feel understood, and work through what has been weighing on you. I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely listened to, truly heard, and supported through meaningful change.
If you feel like you have been white knuckling your way through life on your own, constantly carrying self doubt or emotional weight that keeps you up at night, you are not alone. Maybe your mind never fully shuts off or you feel stuck in patterns that hold you back from the life you want. Therapy can be a place to finally slow down, feel understood, and work through what has been weighing on you. I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely listened to, truly heard, and supported through meaningful change.
I am passionate about helping people across the lifespan experiencing obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma-related disorders, anxiety disorders, and depression reach their goals and learn strategies and skills to overcome their disorders.
My approach is client centered and collaborative; you are the expert in your life and we work together to help you meet your goals. I use a variety of evidence-based treatment methods (methods research has found to be more effective than general talk therapy like ERP and the Unified Protocol) to help you get the results you want as quickly as possible.
I am passionate about helping people across the lifespan experiencing obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma-related disorders, anxiety disorders, and depression reach their goals and learn strategies and skills to overcome their disorders.
My approach is client centered and collaborative; you are the expert in your life and we work together to help you meet your goals. I use a variety of evidence-based treatment methods (methods research has found to be more effective than general talk therapy like ERP and the Unified Protocol) to help you get the results you want as quickly as possible.
I also have lived experience with OCD, and am knowledgeable and passionate about helping others who have OCD.
I understand that each person has a unique life experience with diverse talents and emotions. As such, I will tailor your sessions with this in mind. I have worked 9 years in a career counseling role, supporting people with disabilities. I have also worked as a private music teacher. These experiences have given me the tools to provide creative counseling.
I also have lived experience with OCD, and am knowledgeable and passionate about helping others who have OCD.
I understand that each person has a unique life experience with diverse talents and emotions. As such, I will tailor your sessions with this in mind. I have worked 9 years in a career counseling role, supporting people with disabilities. I have also worked as a private music teacher. These experiences have given me the tools to provide creative counseling.
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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.