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Chelsea Wise-Diangson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95148  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety-based disorders.
Are you wrestling with anxiety, OCD, or the pressures of the Millennial experience? Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of late-stage capitalism? I'm here to support you. Specializing in anxiety disorders, I'm passionate about helping you reclaim control and build the life you envision. My ideal clients are those who are motivated and ready to commit to the journey of growth. Together, we'll navigate the challenges, even if you're unsure of your goals. My role is to guide you through the process, helping you find clarity and envision a future filled with peace, joy, and fulfillment in all aspects of your life.
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety-based disorders.
Are you wrestling with anxiety, OCD, or the pressures of the Millennial experience? Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of late-stage capitalism? I'm here to support you. Specializing in anxiety disorders, I'm passionate about helping you reclaim control and build the life you envision. My ideal clients are those who are motivated and ready to commit to the journey of growth. Together, we'll navigate the challenges, even if you're unsure of your goals. My role is to guide you through the process, helping you find clarity and envision a future filled with peace, joy, and fulfillment in all aspects of your life.
(408) 317-1692 View (408) 317-1692
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Bonnie Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95112  (Online Only)
Brynn graduated with her master's in social work in 2014. Her philosophy of care is grounded in compassion and curiosity, with a focus on being direct and honest. She uses a strengths-based approach, serving with empathy while also advocating for needed support. Brynn recognizes the courage and resiliency in every client, holding equal respect for their challenges, traumas, triumphs, and achievements. Her expertise is in trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, specializing in diagnoses including Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Bipolar Disorder. She enjoys working with moms, the LGBTQQ+ community, and young adults.
Brynn graduated with her master's in social work in 2014. Her philosophy of care is grounded in compassion and curiosity, with a focus on being direct and honest. She uses a strengths-based approach, serving with empathy while also advocating for needed support. Brynn recognizes the courage and resiliency in every client, holding equal respect for their challenges, traumas, triumphs, and achievements. Her expertise is in trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, specializing in diagnoses including Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Bipolar Disorder. She enjoys working with moms, the LGBTQQ+ community, and young adults.
(669) 303-8570 View (669) 303-8570
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Alyssa Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95123
It takes great courage to seek support when needed, and I commend you for taking this important step. My name is Alyssa Smith. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in treating obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety. I typically work with teens, young adults, and adults who are struggling with daily obsessions and compulsions. With specialized training in treating OCD and anxiety disorders. I bring a wealth of expertise to our sessions. I have experience working with various themes of OCD, both in intensive treatment centers and outpatient settings.
It takes great courage to seek support when needed, and I commend you for taking this important step. My name is Alyssa Smith. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in treating obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety. I typically work with teens, young adults, and adults who are struggling with daily obsessions and compulsions. With specialized training in treating OCD and anxiety disorders. I bring a wealth of expertise to our sessions. I have experience working with various themes of OCD, both in intensive treatment centers and outpatient settings.
(408) 413-3082 View (408) 413-3082
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Robert Hirsch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCP
Not Verified Not Verified
San Jose, CA 95148
My clients tend to be high-functioning individuals dealing with life stressors and challenging transitions which are often experiencing depression, anxiety, and obsessive thinking.
My name is Robert (Bob) Hirsch, and I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. I have been in practice for 25 years and have worked with adults primarily from many communities. My overall approach involves cognitive behavioral therapy combined with coaching techniques. I see therapy as a dialogue - supporting people in the direction they want to pursue. I work with adults both in the straight and LGBTQ communities and have a lot of cross-cultural experience.
My clients tend to be high-functioning individuals dealing with life stressors and challenging transitions which are often experiencing depression, anxiety, and obsessive thinking.
My name is Robert (Bob) Hirsch, and I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. I have been in practice for 25 years and have worked with adults primarily from many communities. My overall approach involves cognitive behavioral therapy combined with coaching techniques. I see therapy as a dialogue - supporting people in the direction they want to pursue. I work with adults both in the straight and LGBTQ communities and have a lot of cross-cultural experience.
(442) 276-5817 View (442) 276-5817
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Molly Paris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95111
I also have experience with individuals facing depression, anxiety, life transitions, relational issues, OCD, and attachment struggles.
Sharing our inner experiences with someone can often feel frightening, which is exactly why I place such an importance on connection and acceptance in the therapeutic process. I aim to create a safe environment that will invite my clients to delve deeper into their personal narrative, as I truly believe we are not built to process emotions alone. As humans, we all have a propensity to grow and become our true selves, unfortunately we aren’t always gifted with the circumstances to allow it. I am passionate about creating a space for not only self-discovery and self-acceptance, but to allow clients to feel seen, heard, and valued.
I also have experience with individuals facing depression, anxiety, life transitions, relational issues, OCD, and attachment struggles.
Sharing our inner experiences with someone can often feel frightening, which is exactly why I place such an importance on connection and acceptance in the therapeutic process. I aim to create a safe environment that will invite my clients to delve deeper into their personal narrative, as I truly believe we are not built to process emotions alone. As humans, we all have a propensity to grow and become our true selves, unfortunately we aren’t always gifted with the circumstances to allow it. I am passionate about creating a space for not only self-discovery and self-acceptance, but to allow clients to feel seen, heard, and valued.
(415) 855-3806 View (415) 855-3806
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Chloe Lucas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95116
I can work with all types of people, but my practice has allowed me to specialize in the following areas: Trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, anger issues, identity development, insomnia, dissociation, child behavior problems, parenting problems.
I am Chloe Lucas, LMFT. I've been a therapist for just under 10 years now. My personality has been described as direct, curious, and grounding. My practice focuses on trauma work, teens, adult individuals, and parenting. My training is rooted in spirituality as an important part of the whole self. I see therapy as an important tool for existential growth. Our culture doesn't make enough space for emotional expression and introspection. Therapy is a unique relationship that allows for the practice of emotional intimacy such that we may become more attune and connected to ourselves and others.
I can work with all types of people, but my practice has allowed me to specialize in the following areas: Trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, anger issues, identity development, insomnia, dissociation, child behavior problems, parenting problems.
I am Chloe Lucas, LMFT. I've been a therapist for just under 10 years now. My personality has been described as direct, curious, and grounding. My practice focuses on trauma work, teens, adult individuals, and parenting. My training is rooted in spirituality as an important part of the whole self. I see therapy as an important tool for existential growth. Our culture doesn't make enough space for emotional expression and introspection. Therapy is a unique relationship that allows for the practice of emotional intimacy such that we may become more attune and connected to ourselves and others.
(925) 667-3498 View (925) 667-3498
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Yashwanthi Mirji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124
Hello, my name is Yashwanthi “Yash” Mirji. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice based in Simi Valley, California. I provide individual, couples and family psychotherapy via Telehealth, In office and hybrid. My areas of specialty are grief/loss, trauma, and disorders such as ADD, Bi-polar, OCD, Depression and Anxiety. I specialize in treating unresolved trauma, complex grief, chronic stress, Attention Deficit Disorder, Bipolar, relationship issues and symptoms that overlap this like depression, anxiety.
Hello, my name is Yashwanthi “Yash” Mirji. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice based in Simi Valley, California. I provide individual, couples and family psychotherapy via Telehealth, In office and hybrid. My areas of specialty are grief/loss, trauma, and disorders such as ADD, Bi-polar, OCD, Depression and Anxiety. I specialize in treating unresolved trauma, complex grief, chronic stress, Attention Deficit Disorder, Bipolar, relationship issues and symptoms that overlap this like depression, anxiety.
(559) 377-7143 View (559) 377-7143
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Juliette Kurth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95111
Hi! My name is Juliette Kurth, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA offering short-term and ongoing Telehealth services statewide. My specialty is in the field of Postpartum Mood disorders, postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD. I also work with clients who are struggling with generalized anxiety disorder and depression. My approach is simple: the client holds the answers to solving their own difficulties and the therapist acts as a guide in helping the client arrive at their own insights towards change.
Hi! My name is Juliette Kurth, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA offering short-term and ongoing Telehealth services statewide. My specialty is in the field of Postpartum Mood disorders, postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD. I also work with clients who are struggling with generalized anxiety disorder and depression. My approach is simple: the client holds the answers to solving their own difficulties and the therapist acts as a guide in helping the client arrive at their own insights towards change.
(951) 468-9758 View (951) 468-9758
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Rosangela Dardon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95134
My name is Rosangela Dardon. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist that has strong values around social and environmental justice. I work with individual adults and adolescents and have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma-related difficulties, racial trauma, LGBTQI concerns, life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges. In my work as a psychotherapist I encourage a person-centered approach; meeting a client where they are and helping identify areas they would like to explore. This person centered approach allows me to use a blend of modalities tailored to each individual's goals.
My name is Rosangela Dardon. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist that has strong values around social and environmental justice. I work with individual adults and adolescents and have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma-related difficulties, racial trauma, LGBTQI concerns, life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges. In my work as a psychotherapist I encourage a person-centered approach; meeting a client where they are and helping identify areas they would like to explore. This person centered approach allows me to use a blend of modalities tailored to each individual's goals.
(619) 773-0188 View (619) 773-0188
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Maryam Nateghi
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95134
Greetings, I'm Maryam! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over 10 years of experience in individual therapy and community mental health. Through these experiences, I have worked with many populations from various walks of life including adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have extensive training and experience treating adults and adolescents suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, Personality Disorders, Bipolar, ADHD, eating disorders, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, and other acute problems.
Greetings, I'm Maryam! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over 10 years of experience in individual therapy and community mental health. Through these experiences, I have worked with many populations from various walks of life including adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have extensive training and experience treating adults and adolescents suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, Personality Disorders, Bipolar, ADHD, eating disorders, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, and other acute problems.
(707) 605-7926 View (707) 605-7926
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Anna Chung
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95117
Munju Anna Chung, LCSW 114974. Hello! I prefer to be called "Anna." I enjoy servicing a diverse population and have worked with adults (18 and up) with OCD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach to therapy is holistic and trauma-informed. My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative. Some common theoretical approaches I use are Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Trauma and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Informed.
Munju Anna Chung, LCSW 114974. Hello! I prefer to be called "Anna." I enjoy servicing a diverse population and have worked with adults (18 and up) with OCD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach to therapy is holistic and trauma-informed. My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative. Some common theoretical approaches I use are Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Trauma and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Informed.
(714) 924-3574 View (714) 924-3574
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Karen Pickett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95122
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about assisting my clients to heal and grow through my clinical and lived experiences, compassion, and training. My areas of specialty include anxiety disorders, panic disorder, OCD, process addictions (including hair pulling and skin picking), and C-PTSD. I work with individual adults (ages 21+) who are seeking help for Anxiety and Panic Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Complex PTSD, and Process Addictions (including those commonly referred to as Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors).
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about assisting my clients to heal and grow through my clinical and lived experiences, compassion, and training. My areas of specialty include anxiety disorders, panic disorder, OCD, process addictions (including hair pulling and skin picking), and C-PTSD. I work with individual adults (ages 21+) who are seeking help for Anxiety and Panic Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Complex PTSD, and Process Addictions (including those commonly referred to as Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors).
(415) 619-6857 View (415) 619-6857
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Sana Sarfaraz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95130  (Online Only)
Thank you so much for taking the time to read my profile. Adversity is a part of life and we all experience it and feel isolated. However, I believe it can be an opportunity to grow stronger. I use strength-based supportive approaches that promote growth and healing. My approach focuses on deep care and respect for you. I value your experiences, thoughts and feelings and apply a non-judgmental stance making my sessions a comfortable experience. I focus on providing a collaborative and supportive environment where you can express yourself freely.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read my profile. Adversity is a part of life and we all experience it and feel isolated. However, I believe it can be an opportunity to grow stronger. I use strength-based supportive approaches that promote growth and healing. My approach focuses on deep care and respect for you. I value your experiences, thoughts and feelings and apply a non-judgmental stance making my sessions a comfortable experience. I focus on providing a collaborative and supportive environment where you can express yourself freely.
(408) 351-4053 View (408) 351-4053
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Brandon Hyatt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95128  (Online Only)
My approach as a therapist is simple, I meet my clients where they are so we can reach their goals collaboratively. As a therapist, I work for my clients and understand that we are all different and that what works for some won't work for others. My job is to help people achieve the change/goals/ etc that they want to achieve. To accomplish that I work collaboratively with my clients to understand their goals, what contributes to their situation, and what skills/changes we need to create/uncover to create the changes they are looking for.
My approach as a therapist is simple, I meet my clients where they are so we can reach their goals collaboratively. As a therapist, I work for my clients and understand that we are all different and that what works for some won't work for others. My job is to help people achieve the change/goals/ etc that they want to achieve. To accomplish that I work collaboratively with my clients to understand their goals, what contributes to their situation, and what skills/changes we need to create/uncover to create the changes they are looking for.
(415) 548-2983 View (415) 548-2983
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Silver Lake Psychology--San Jose location
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
(408) 664-9153 View (408) 664-9153
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Salvador R Resendez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95110  (Online Only)
I strive to build a safe and caring therapeutic relationship to help you find relief from mental and emotional suffering. Beyond my training, I bring compassion and empathy from my own recovery to support your healing and growth. My style is active and I will collaborate with you to tap into your identity, strengths, values, and interests in our work together to respond more skillfully to your life’s challenges and achieve your goals.
I strive to build a safe and caring therapeutic relationship to help you find relief from mental and emotional suffering. Beyond my training, I bring compassion and empathy from my own recovery to support your healing and growth. My style is active and I will collaborate with you to tap into your identity, strengths, values, and interests in our work together to respond more skillfully to your life’s challenges and achieve your goals.
(408) 539-4793 View (408) 539-4793
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Theresa Lee- Flores
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126  (Online Only)
As a clinical social worker I've had the opportunity to work with folks who are in all stages of life. I have experience working with individuals facing struggles with: depression, anxiety, family and interpersonal conflict, grief, life transitions, self-esteem issues. I am a strong believer in helping you pinpoint problem areas in patterns of behavior through a process of self reflection. Attaining better control over your mood can feel like an impossible feat, but you have the ability to develop healthy coping strategies- through self-evaluation, skill building, and receiving acceptance and healing.
As a clinical social worker I've had the opportunity to work with folks who are in all stages of life. I have experience working with individuals facing struggles with: depression, anxiety, family and interpersonal conflict, grief, life transitions, self-esteem issues. I am a strong believer in helping you pinpoint problem areas in patterns of behavior through a process of self reflection. Attaining better control over your mood can feel like an impossible feat, but you have the ability to develop healthy coping strategies- through self-evaluation, skill building, and receiving acceptance and healing.
(562) 379-6550 View (562) 379-6550
Maria Hicks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95122
I have the desire to help heal people that come my way. I have over 10 years of experience working with all populations and many diagnoses.
I have the desire to help heal people that come my way. I have over 10 years of experience working with all populations and many diagnoses.
(408) 684-5650 View (408) 684-5650
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Marianna Oganesyan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95120
My name is Marianna Oganesyan, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist passionate about helping people improve their lives. I do not believe in a “cookie cutter” approach to therapy and view each person I work with from an individual and holistic lens. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative one, and I like to integrate different treatment modalities for an overall eclectic and customizable approach. As a clinician, I genuinely believe that we can overcome any obstacle in life if we have the right tools and resources to do so.
My name is Marianna Oganesyan, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist passionate about helping people improve their lives. I do not believe in a “cookie cutter” approach to therapy and view each person I work with from an individual and holistic lens. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative one, and I like to integrate different treatment modalities for an overall eclectic and customizable approach. As a clinician, I genuinely believe that we can overcome any obstacle in life if we have the right tools and resources to do so.
(408) 533-0895 View (408) 533-0895
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Elizabeth Staggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
Hello, I'm Beth Elliott-Staggs, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I've been providing individual, couples, and group therapy for over 20 years. I feel privileged to work in this field and am inspired by my clients' courage and growth. When providing therapy, my first goal is to build rapport with my client(s) by providing a safe, comfortable, and non-shaming environment. From there, I invited the client to guide the sessions and offered my wisdom and expertise if necessary. My belief is that we all have our own innate wisdom about how to heal if given the opportunity and support.
Hello, I'm Beth Elliott-Staggs, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I've been providing individual, couples, and group therapy for over 20 years. I feel privileged to work in this field and am inspired by my clients' courage and growth. When providing therapy, my first goal is to build rapport with my client(s) by providing a safe, comfortable, and non-shaming environment. From there, I invited the client to guide the sessions and offered my wisdom and expertise if necessary. My belief is that we all have our own innate wisdom about how to heal if given the opportunity and support.
(408) 684-5693 View (408) 684-5693
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.