Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Flatiron, New York, NY

I'm an experienced psychotherapist, specializing in, but not limited to, treating those with relationship difficulties, and those suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD ) and other OC Spectrum Disorders, in addition to dysthymia and depression.

I specialize in working with adults experiencing stress, anxiety (e.g., generalized anxiety, OCD , phobias, social anxiety and panic attacks) depression, issues with self-esteem and self-doubt, relationship issues, life transitions, and other difficulties. I value providing a warm, collaborative, open and non-judgmental environment to help you understand the connection between thought patterns, emotions and behaviors that are impacting you with the goal of making more deliberate, values- based choices to achieve a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approaches for treating youth and adults with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, OCD , low mood, self-doubt, stress, perfectionism, and trauma. My goal is to provide treatment that is approachable, evidence-based, and individualized to your needs and goals. I come to the therapy space from a place of openness and compassion with the aim of helping you move toward therapy goals that you identify as most important to you.

I specialize in helping people uncover ways to better navigate anxiety, low mood, and other difficulties (e.g., life transitions, self-doubt, low motivation, perfectionism) with more flexibility, awareness, self-compassion, and purpose. I earned my PhD in clinical psychology from Yale University and have received extensive training in the latest evidence-based treatments for anxiety, OCD , and depression (e.g., CBT; ACT; ERP). The therapies I offer — in addition to being effective treatments for anxiety and mood disorders — provide a set of valuable tools for anyone interested in enhancement of well-being and personal growth.

Do you find yourself stuck in patterns of procrastination and perfectionism, or at the mercy to your own self critic? Does it feel like you get caught up in moving away from negative experiences instead of moving towards meaningful ones? I am committed to helping my clients face the obstacles that get in the way of leading rich, meaningful lives. As a clinical psychologist, I specialize in treating anxiety-related issues including generalized anxiety, OCD , panic, social anxiety, and phobias. I also help my patients develop effective tools to manage stress, procrastination, perfectionism, problematic eating.

Have you struggled to find a therapist who respects and appreciates your identity -and- challenges you to make tough decisions? Whether you’re struggling with anxiety or OCD , looking for help with hoarding disorder, or exploring your gender and sexuality, I'm here to help you get some answers in a safe, affirming setting. My practice is focused on treated anxiety and related disorders, especially in queer and trans clients and people who have experienced family estrangement.

We can never prepare for everything that life will throw at us. However, we can learn strategies to better help us change what is within our control and cope with what isn’t. Being vulnerable is scary – whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you’ve been before. I want to ensure that you feel comfortable, and I strive to provide an empathic, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where we can comfortably explore what you are wrestling with and your goals. I believe that a positive client-therapist relationship built on mutual respect and honesty is essential for effective intervention and meaningful growth.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in treating adults with a range of difficulties, including OCD , panic attacks, social anxiety, uncontrollable worry, depression, and trauma. I also work with clients experiencing family and relationship concerns or struggling to adjust to significant life changes. I believe in flexibly applying evidence-based treatments to meet the needs of the whole person. I offer practical tools to reduce suffering in the present, and to help you move toward a life of value and meaning. However, I also aim to understand how your past experiences and identities shape your worldview.

I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Perfectionism, and Anxiety Disorders. I have expertise in and passion for treating Purely Obsessional subtypes of OCD . I received extensive training from an internationally-renowned expert on Pure-O and OCD and gained significant experience using Exposure & Response Prevention to treat OCD , anxiety, and Pure-O in both national and international populations. I work with clients to build creative, individualized treatment plans that incorporate research-based methods, and take into account a client’s unique needs, circumstances, culture, & values.

Marina Gershkovich, Ph.D., ABPP, is a licensed psychologist with a practice in New York. She is board-certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology, and specializes in evidence-based treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD . Dr. Gershkovich is also an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology (in Psychiatry) at Columbia University Medical Center at New York State Psychiatric Institute. Dr. Gershkovich received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University, and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Drexel University. She completed held academic appointments at the Boston University School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School.

Partnering with adolescents (ages 9-18), young adults (ages 18-30), and parents to set goals, improve lives, reduce symptoms, and affirm identity is the foundation of my work. I am behaviorally trained and experienced in providing a variety of treatments shown by research to be effective for OCD , anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidality, and emotion dysregulation, including CBT, ERP, TF-CBT, and DBT-informed therapy. I am passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and provide gender-affirming psychotherapy to transgender folks. I enjoy working with parents on their own journey of parenting a gender-diverse youth.

I engage with people in the here and now to alleviate distressing symptoms, patterns of thinking and interacting that contribute to a feeling of "stuckness." Working collaboratively, we examine these dynamics through the lense of your own personal history, and as they emerge in the therapy between therapist and patient. Often, self-defeating internal narratives and behaviors are learned in childhood and protect against larger anxieties. Together, we work to figure out what still serves you and what doesn't, with a goal of increasing self-awareness, improving relationships and fostering an overall sense of aliveness.

Do you feel you’ve lost a sense of meaning, direction, or purpose in your life? Are you held back by past traumas, anxiety, depression, addiction, or fears of rejection and abandonment? I can help you gain awareness into your patterns of thinking, feeling, behaving, and communicating that create obstacles to a fulfilling life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, depression, substance use, stress related to relationships, or career or family issues, my aim is to help you uncover resources within yourself, as well as give you tools that will assist you in achieving the changes you desire.

Anxiety tends to become a problem when it starts impacting your ability to live the life you want for yourself. The feeling of anxiety can be very crippling and leave one feeling physically, mentally and emotionally fatigued. In our work together, my focus is to help you effectively work through your anxiety, fears, uncertainty and negative thought patterns. I value creating a safe space for my clients and approach relationships with empathy, compassion and acceptance,

I am passionate and committed to working with my clients to change thinking patterns and behaviors leading to happier, more satisfying lives. I will work with you to set goals and focus on achieving them! I believe that feeling comfortable in therapy is crucial and that your connection to your therapist is most valuable. Because of this, I have multiple clinicians at the practice to make sure that everyone finds the right fit for them. I am a certified in CBT and use this approach to teach clients to be their own therapists!

I place importance on building a therapeutic relationship that is supportive and trusting. I aim to empower people to live more fulfilling, rich and values-driven lives. I specialize in the treatment of obsessive -compulsive disorder ( OCD ), as well as the purely obsessional subtype (Pure-O) and anxiety disorders (e.g., generalized, social, panic, health and phobias). I have expertise in treating concerns related to perfectionism, body-image, mood challenges, and postpartum/perinatal issues. My approach is active and nonjudgmental.

Mak Morin, LCAT (they/them) is a trauma-informed, liberation-focused, and person-centered drama therapist. Mak has specific expertise working with LGBTQ young people and adults struggling with obsessive -compulsive symptoms and disorders ( OCD ), integrating empirically-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERPT) approaches to OCD treatment with creative arts methodologies.