Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Tonawanda, NY
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.
Do seemingly simple things in your life cause you to react very strongly? Or have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of relationships that you are not proud of? Or maybe you just can’t let things go? Trauma therapy can help! Therapy is hard work, but the commitment to yourself and living a life you are proud of is life-changing!
Do seemingly simple things in your life cause you to react very strongly? Or have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of relationships that you are not proud of? Or maybe you just can’t let things go? Trauma therapy can help! Therapy is hard work, but the commitment to yourself and living a life you are proud of is life-changing!
Does your childhood still hold you back? I have worked with all ages in helping them identify and process challenges from childhood where they'd like to experience healing. Childhood proves to be such a foundational time in life and trauma we experience growing up impacts us in many ways. Some common phrases you might say to yourself are "I'm too young to feel this old", "I don't really feel like an adult", or "I never really had a childhood". All of these phrases point back to childhood trauma. My practice offers a space to reprocess these experiences and develop resources to help you get back in the driver's seat of your life.
Does your childhood still hold you back? I have worked with all ages in helping them identify and process challenges from childhood where they'd like to experience healing. Childhood proves to be such a foundational time in life and trauma we experience growing up impacts us in many ways. Some common phrases you might say to yourself are "I'm too young to feel this old", "I don't really feel like an adult", or "I never really had a childhood". All of these phrases point back to childhood trauma. My practice offers a space to reprocess these experiences and develop resources to help you get back in the driver's seat of your life.
Dr. Taublieb provides psychotherapy and assessment services for adults, children, couples and families. With office hours available during the daytime as well as during evenings and weekends, patients can schedule appointments without having to miss work or otherwise inconvenience themselves. Be it anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship problems, legal charges, work struggles, or difficulties with a family member dealing with addiction, why not allow Dr. Taublieb the opportunity to guide you in making your life easier to manage?
Dr. Taublieb provides psychotherapy and assessment services for adults, children, couples and families. With office hours available during the daytime as well as during evenings and weekends, patients can schedule appointments without having to miss work or otherwise inconvenience themselves. Be it anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship problems, legal charges, work struggles, or difficulties with a family member dealing with addiction, why not allow Dr. Taublieb the opportunity to guide you in making your life easier to manage?
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Family Counseling Associates is a group of seasoned, knowledgeable, mental health professionals who provide mental health care services for children, adolescents, adults and their families in private-practice settings. Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Mental Health Counselors provide the full range of outpatient mental health care services necessary to help children, adolescents, adults and their families feel and function at their best. We currently provide services from offices in Orchard Park and Tonawanda in WNY.
Family Counseling Associates is a group of seasoned, knowledgeable, mental health professionals who provide mental health care services for children, adolescents, adults and their families in private-practice settings. Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Mental Health Counselors provide the full range of outpatient mental health care services necessary to help children, adolescents, adults and their families feel and function at their best. We currently provide services from offices in Orchard Park and Tonawanda in WNY.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when anxiety, depression, OCD, or relationship challenges take center stage.
With 10 years of experience guiding adults (18+) through life’s complexities, I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and a strengths-based perspective to create a non-judgmental and empowering environment. In our sessions you can expect compassion, active listening, and practical tools tailored to your unique needs.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when anxiety, depression, OCD, or relationship challenges take center stage.
With 10 years of experience guiding adults (18+) through life’s complexities, I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and a strengths-based perspective to create a non-judgmental and empowering environment. In our sessions you can expect compassion, active listening, and practical tools tailored to your unique needs.
Our minds are incredible tools for experiencing life- and yet , the mind can so easily slip into anxiety and overthinking. Our memories can bring us joy and a sense of identity, but we can also get "stuck" in past patterns & hurts. Therapy is a unique type of relationship focused on your empowerment and growth. We'll work together to create awareness around those mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns. From here, we'll seek ways to implement positive, conscious changes, based on your personal values and desires.
Our minds are incredible tools for experiencing life- and yet , the mind can so easily slip into anxiety and overthinking. Our memories can bring us joy and a sense of identity, but we can also get "stuck" in past patterns & hurts. Therapy is a unique type of relationship focused on your empowerment and growth. We'll work together to create awareness around those mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns. From here, we'll seek ways to implement positive, conscious changes, based on your personal values and desires.
You don’t need to figure everything out on your own.
You don’t need to figure everything out on your own.
I am a licensed and seasoned clinical social worker (LCSW-R) in practice for 30+ years, specializing in couples and individual therapy. My academic training was at the University at Buffalo; my post-graduate and continuing education was at The Marriage Counseling Center, where I mentored new therapists and developed a strong word-of-mouth following. Couples work included, but was not limited to, these critical issues: emotionally focused communication, destructive conflict patterns, emotional and physical intimacy, infidelity and trust repair, pre-marital assessment, commitment, and discernment of ultimate relationship habitability.
I am a licensed and seasoned clinical social worker (LCSW-R) in practice for 30+ years, specializing in couples and individual therapy. My academic training was at the University at Buffalo; my post-graduate and continuing education was at The Marriage Counseling Center, where I mentored new therapists and developed a strong word-of-mouth following. Couples work included, but was not limited to, these critical issues: emotionally focused communication, destructive conflict patterns, emotional and physical intimacy, infidelity and trust repair, pre-marital assessment, commitment, and discernment of ultimate relationship habitability.
Feeling lost and like you don’t know where to turn? You’re in the right place. I work with adults who are struggling with a variety of issues, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, and relationship issues. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself and others. If you're seeking an empathetic, compassionate, and collaborative therapist who uses evidence-based techniques like EMDR and CBT, I can help. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your experiences, process difficult emotions, and develop healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.
Feeling lost and like you don’t know where to turn? You’re in the right place. I work with adults who are struggling with a variety of issues, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, and relationship issues. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself and others. If you're seeking an empathetic, compassionate, and collaborative therapist who uses evidence-based techniques like EMDR and CBT, I can help. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your experiences, process difficult emotions, and develop healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.
There are many times in life where we face challenges that are difficult to overcome. Are you feeling stuck? Stressed? Off-balance because of how things are going? I am here to create a space where you will not be judged, while finding support in navigating the challenges you may be experiencing. Though there is no “quick fix” that works for everyone, my goal is to work to find what works for you. My approach is collaborative and individualized, using mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused treatment modalities. Taking the first step can be difficult, but together, we can work to move forward towards living the life you want.
There are many times in life where we face challenges that are difficult to overcome. Are you feeling stuck? Stressed? Off-balance because of how things are going? I am here to create a space where you will not be judged, while finding support in navigating the challenges you may be experiencing. Though there is no “quick fix” that works for everyone, my goal is to work to find what works for you. My approach is collaborative and individualized, using mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused treatment modalities. Taking the first step can be difficult, but together, we can work to move forward towards living the life you want.
Feeling uneasy? Noticing a change in how you have been feeling? Are you finding yourself unhappy in your relationships, with work, or just struggling to find yourself happy overall? Maybe you are somewhere along the prenatal or postpartum journey and need some additional support. Maybe you have gone through an experience in your life that you notice affects you in your relationships with friends, family, work colleagues, or romantic relationships. Maybe you are unsure what you want to change, but you know something just is not right.
Feeling uneasy? Noticing a change in how you have been feeling? Are you finding yourself unhappy in your relationships, with work, or just struggling to find yourself happy overall? Maybe you are somewhere along the prenatal or postpartum journey and need some additional support. Maybe you have gone through an experience in your life that you notice affects you in your relationships with friends, family, work colleagues, or romantic relationships. Maybe you are unsure what you want to change, but you know something just is not right.
Life doesn’t always go the way we planned. Sometimes we get stuck and find ourselves feeling hopeless. You are not alone. Many people I work with have had negative experiences in their lives that continue to affect them in different ways; such as, having meaningful relationships with others. Some people say that fear and worry run their lives. Whatever it may be, I will help you gain insight into your problems and learn new ways to resolve conflicts, develop more confidence, and begin to live the life you want.
Life doesn’t always go the way we planned. Sometimes we get stuck and find ourselves feeling hopeless. You are not alone. Many people I work with have had negative experiences in their lives that continue to affect them in different ways; such as, having meaningful relationships with others. Some people say that fear and worry run their lives. Whatever it may be, I will help you gain insight into your problems and learn new ways to resolve conflicts, develop more confidence, and begin to live the life you want.
Hi! I’m Cassidy, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting teens (13+) and adults through life’s challenges. I work with people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, and I use evidence-based practices like CBT, Mindfulness, and DBT with a trauma-informed lens. I’ve been in the field for over eight years and have had the privilege of working with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and
Hi! I’m Cassidy, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting teens (13+) and adults through life’s challenges. I work with people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, and I use evidence-based practices like CBT, Mindfulness, and DBT with a trauma-informed lens. I’ve been in the field for over eight years and have had the privilege of working with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and
Brighid Schuler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you anxious? Struggling with depression? I’m here to help. I utilize CBT, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing with my clients and have been in practice since 2014. I believe recovery is possible for everyone and getting help is the first step toward changing your life. A little about my philosophy… I believe each person has inherent dignity and worth. One of my missions in practice is to help every client to see this reality within themselves and to restore the broken pieces that were lost along the way.
Are you anxious? Struggling with depression? I’m here to help. I utilize CBT, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing with my clients and have been in practice since 2014. I believe recovery is possible for everyone and getting help is the first step toward changing your life. A little about my philosophy… I believe each person has inherent dignity and worth. One of my missions in practice is to help every client to see this reality within themselves and to restore the broken pieces that were lost along the way.
Opening up about fear, conflict, trauma, and life’s challenges can feel overwhelming. As your therapist, I offer a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can safely explore emotions and experiences that may be difficult to express. Integrating talk therapy, art therapy, and trauma-informed care, I help individuals and families build insight, develop healthier coping patterns, and create lasting emotional growth. My client-centered approach is thoughtfully tailored to each person’s unique needs, strengths, and goals.
Opening up about fear, conflict, trauma, and life’s challenges can feel overwhelming. As your therapist, I offer a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can safely explore emotions and experiences that may be difficult to express. Integrating talk therapy, art therapy, and trauma-informed care, I help individuals and families build insight, develop healthier coping patterns, and create lasting emotional growth. My client-centered approach is thoughtfully tailored to each person’s unique needs, strengths, and goals.
Shawna Rae Donner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! I am a licensed therapist who works with adults in individual therapy, offering a warm, grounded, and collaborative space for healing and growth.
I bring advanced training and specialized experience to my work, including EMDR therapy, Intensive perinatal mental health training and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! I am a licensed therapist who works with adults in individual therapy, offering a warm, grounded, and collaborative space for healing and growth.
I bring advanced training and specialized experience to my work, including EMDR therapy, Intensive perinatal mental health training and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
If you're feeling anxious, stuck, or weighed down by daily life, you're not alone - and you don't have to figure it out by yourself. Maybe you're tired of repeating old patterns or feeling like you're constantly in survival mode. Therapy can be a place to slow down, get curious, and begin to feel more connected to yourself and others. I'm here to help you navigate the healing process together and at your own pace. Along with my work treating anxiety, trauma, and attachment issues, I am especially passionate about supporting military service members, veterans, and their families.
If you're feeling anxious, stuck, or weighed down by daily life, you're not alone - and you don't have to figure it out by yourself. Maybe you're tired of repeating old patterns or feeling like you're constantly in survival mode. Therapy can be a place to slow down, get curious, and begin to feel more connected to yourself and others. I'm here to help you navigate the healing process together and at your own pace. Along with my work treating anxiety, trauma, and attachment issues, I am especially passionate about supporting military service members, veterans, and their families.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst with over 30 years of experience in solo private practice, teaching and service in the community. Having a relationship with my patients and taking care of them are central in my work. Perhaps because of my background in the arts (dance), I also deeply value the creative yet disciplined use of self and an active authentic engagement in the therapeutic process.
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and young adults (18-25). I also treat individuals, couples, and families who struggle with transitional issues throughout the life cycle.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst with over 30 years of experience in solo private practice, teaching and service in the community. Having a relationship with my patients and taking care of them are central in my work. Perhaps because of my background in the arts (dance), I also deeply value the creative yet disciplined use of self and an active authentic engagement in the therapeutic process.
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and young adults (18-25). I also treat individuals, couples, and families who struggle with transitional issues throughout the life cycle.
See more therapy options for Tonawanda
Nearby Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists Searches for Tonawanda
- Amherst
- Buffalo
- Cheektowaga
- Clarence
- Clarence Center
- East Amherst
- Kenmore
- Lancaster
- Niagara Falls
- North Tonawanda
- West Seneca
- Williamsville
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.

