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Blakely Madison Hunze-Austin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
I work with teens and adults and am skilled in working with those struggling with addiction, OCD, eating disorders, perfectionism, and trauma.
Let’s be honest-therapy is uncomfortable! There’s no getting around that squirmy “I can’t believe I have to tell this stranger my problems” feeling. The only way to make progress is to move through those feelings. I am here to be by your side and guide you through the numerous emotions that come up in session. I admire my clients for their ability to face the challenges of therapy with veracity, strength, and sometimes humor. I’m here to make the therapy process marginally less uncomfortable by providing a safe, non-judgmental space.
I work with teens and adults and am skilled in working with those struggling with addiction, OCD, eating disorders, perfectionism, and trauma.
Let’s be honest-therapy is uncomfortable! There’s no getting around that squirmy “I can’t believe I have to tell this stranger my problems” feeling. The only way to make progress is to move through those feelings. I am here to be by your side and guide you through the numerous emotions that come up in session. I admire my clients for their ability to face the challenges of therapy with veracity, strength, and sometimes humor. I’m here to make the therapy process marginally less uncomfortable by providing a safe, non-judgmental space.
(719) 454-8329 View (719) 454-8329
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Grace Patton
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80013  (Online Only)
I have personal experience with what's listed above as well as sexual trauma and OCD.
Intern at Amy's Counseling Service based in Denver, CO. You are not alone. When we struggle with our mental health, sometimes it can feel like nobody understands what we are going through or that there is nobody we can talk to. One great about therapy is that you have someone walking beside you through your life’s highest highs and lowest lows. If I can be that for you, I will listen to you without judgment and with care and respect.
I have personal experience with what's listed above as well as sexual trauma and OCD.
Intern at Amy's Counseling Service based in Denver, CO. You are not alone. When we struggle with our mental health, sometimes it can feel like nobody understands what we are going through or that there is nobody we can talk to. One great about therapy is that you have someone walking beside you through your life’s highest highs and lowest lows. If I can be that for you, I will listen to you without judgment and with care and respect.
(720) 713-7445 View (720) 713-7445
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Stephen Reeder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCC, CEDS-S, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80220  (Online Only)
I have clinical experience working with all genders struggling with anxiety, depression, anger management, relationships, co-dependency, eating disorders, and obsessive compulsive disorder.
Have you ever heard the saying "the mind is a wonderful servant, but a terrible master?" I can help you learn to not follow your every thought as if it is a command, and to be more connected to the present moment. Integrity, humility, benevolence, and community are the core values of my practice. As your therapist, I will help you identify your core values and what is most important to you. Once we know what is most important, we can nourish those areas while changing how you relate to unhelpful thinking patterns. I believe therapy is about repairing relationships, whether to food, to your body, to others or with yourself.
I have clinical experience working with all genders struggling with anxiety, depression, anger management, relationships, co-dependency, eating disorders, and obsessive compulsive disorder.
Have you ever heard the saying "the mind is a wonderful servant, but a terrible master?" I can help you learn to not follow your every thought as if it is a command, and to be more connected to the present moment. Integrity, humility, benevolence, and community are the core values of my practice. As your therapist, I will help you identify your core values and what is most important to you. Once we know what is most important, we can nourish those areas while changing how you relate to unhelpful thinking patterns. I believe therapy is about repairing relationships, whether to food, to your body, to others or with yourself.
(720) 790-4412 View (720) 790-4412
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Cynthia McCall
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80013
My name is Lyn McCall, I am a licensed addiction counselor. I have been working as a counselor for the past 29 years. My work focuses on a variety of issues: addiction, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTDS, gender identify, just to name a few. Addiction and/or co-occurring mental health disorders has been my focus t throughout my career. I am comfortable working with adolescents or adults, both male and female. I specialize in EMDR, (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and (DBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure Therapy.
My name is Lyn McCall, I am a licensed addiction counselor. I have been working as a counselor for the past 29 years. My work focuses on a variety of issues: addiction, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTDS, gender identify, just to name a few. Addiction and/or co-occurring mental health disorders has been my focus t throughout my career. I am comfortable working with adolescents or adults, both male and female. I specialize in EMDR, (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and (DBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure Therapy.
(720) 902-7373 View (720) 902-7373
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Amber Elaine Gottschalk
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MAC, LAC, EMT-IV, RMA, Author
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Montrose, CO 81401  (Online Only)
Amber offers addiction (drugs and alcohol, food, OCD, gambling, pornography, technology and compulsive disorders) and mental health therapy with emphasis on CBT/DBT, Motivational Interviewing (OARS), person centered, nutrition, exercise/kinetic movement, mindfulness, meditation, psychedelic therapy and spirit.
Thinking about beginning or continuing the journey to health & wellness? Let's begin your journey with an introduction. My name is Amber Gottschalk, licensed addiction clinician & psychotherapist specializing in addictive behaviors, mental health disorders & exercise/nutrition. In addition, I have obtained certifications in EMDR, EMT, IV therapy, Medical Assisting & Mental Health First Aid Adult/Youth. I believe in a person-centered approach with emphasis on the here & now. Together, we can treat the whole person using evidence-based theories, exercise plans and nutrition. Amber is the author of "The Addictive Brain Journal".
Amber offers addiction (drugs and alcohol, food, OCD, gambling, pornography, technology and compulsive disorders) and mental health therapy with emphasis on CBT/DBT, Motivational Interviewing (OARS), person centered, nutrition, exercise/kinetic movement, mindfulness, meditation, psychedelic therapy and spirit.
Thinking about beginning or continuing the journey to health & wellness? Let's begin your journey with an introduction. My name is Amber Gottschalk, licensed addiction clinician & psychotherapist specializing in addictive behaviors, mental health disorders & exercise/nutrition. In addition, I have obtained certifications in EMDR, EMT, IV therapy, Medical Assisting & Mental Health First Aid Adult/Youth. I believe in a person-centered approach with emphasis on the here & now. Together, we can treat the whole person using evidence-based theories, exercise plans and nutrition. Amber is the author of "The Addictive Brain Journal".
(303) 587-9888 View (303) 587-9888
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Lori (Lorene) M Roper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LEND
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sometimes, we find ourselves buried under challenging life circumstances. When this happens, we are left with three options: remain stuck and undecided, fight through, wounded and bitter, or emerge stronger, wiser and more resilient. I love coming alongside clients who feel they are without hope, and helping them find their inner strengths to emerge resilient. I have experience working with trauma, grief, PTSD, pain management, postpartum depression, chronic medical conditions, OCD, substance use, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bi-polar, and marriage and family issues.
Sometimes, we find ourselves buried under challenging life circumstances. When this happens, we are left with three options: remain stuck and undecided, fight through, wounded and bitter, or emerge stronger, wiser and more resilient. I love coming alongside clients who feel they are without hope, and helping them find their inner strengths to emerge resilient. I have experience working with trauma, grief, PTSD, pain management, postpartum depression, chronic medical conditions, OCD, substance use, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bi-polar, and marriage and family issues.
(719) 417-4906 View (719) 417-4906
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Littleton Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Others specialties include Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Family Counseling, High Risk Adolescents, Couples Counseling, Adjustment Issues, Affective Disorder, Parenting Issues, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Bipolar and other Mood Disorders, Career Counseling as well as being able to understand and manage everyday stressors.
Littleton Counseling, LLC offers teletherapy services and provides state-of-the-art, quality psychotherapy from highly qualified Masters' Level counseling professionals who who strive to build strong theraputic relationships while working with adolescents, adults, and families. Mr. Malkin enjoys and had been extremely successful assisting individuals experiencing self harming behaviors as well as suicidal ideation and trauma. Both telecommunication and online services are also available the have been approved and comply with Dora as well as Hippa guidelines.
Others specialties include Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Family Counseling, High Risk Adolescents, Couples Counseling, Adjustment Issues, Affective Disorder, Parenting Issues, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Bipolar and other Mood Disorders, Career Counseling as well as being able to understand and manage everyday stressors.
Littleton Counseling, LLC offers teletherapy services and provides state-of-the-art, quality psychotherapy from highly qualified Masters' Level counseling professionals who who strive to build strong theraputic relationships while working with adolescents, adults, and families. Mr. Malkin enjoys and had been extremely successful assisting individuals experiencing self harming behaviors as well as suicidal ideation and trauma. Both telecommunication and online services are also available the have been approved and comply with Dora as well as Hippa guidelines.
(720) 915-4850 View (720) 915-4850
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James Pontius, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Castle Rock, CO 80104  (Online Only)
I work toward helping clients feel emotionally safe in therapy. It is very important that people feel validated, understood, accepted, and not judged for having their difficulties. I have been in private practice for over 35 years. I work with a wide variety of people, including individuals and couples. I have particular interests in helping people with depression (including Bipolar Disorder), anxiety (i.e.,panic, generalized & social anxiety, PTSD, OCD, etc), relationship difficulties, and addictions. I am a provider for numerous managed care companies, and have been on medical staffs of various hospitals for many years.
I work toward helping clients feel emotionally safe in therapy. It is very important that people feel validated, understood, accepted, and not judged for having their difficulties. I have been in private practice for over 35 years. I work with a wide variety of people, including individuals and couples. I have particular interests in helping people with depression (including Bipolar Disorder), anxiety (i.e.,panic, generalized & social anxiety, PTSD, OCD, etc), relationship difficulties, and addictions. I am a provider for numerous managed care companies, and have been on medical staffs of various hospitals for many years.
(561) 559-7447 View (561) 559-7447
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Lighthouse Youth and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rangely, CO 81648
I have 14+ years experience treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), abuse (physical, emotional, mental and sexual), anxiety, depression, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, family therapy, autism (asperger's), and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). I enjoy working with families and individuals of all ages, especially children and adolescents.
I have 14+ years experience treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), abuse (physical, emotional, mental and sexual), anxiety, depression, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, family therapy, autism (asperger's), and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). I enjoy working with families and individuals of all ages, especially children and adolescents.
(435) 236-2419 View (435) 236-2419
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Daniel Layne Neudecker
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, BA, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Trapped. Anxious. Worried. Out of Control. Done. You smile and participate in your daily activities, but really you’re just trying to get through the day. You have racing, intrusive thoughts that you cannot seem to ignore. You want to move forward. You want to work on these things, but a part of you cannot seem to stay on the horse. Perhaps your fear gives you a sense of comfort and routine, yet you know that this is unhealthy. Let’s gear up and battle this together. Are you ready?
Trapped. Anxious. Worried. Out of Control. Done. You smile and participate in your daily activities, but really you’re just trying to get through the day. You have racing, intrusive thoughts that you cannot seem to ignore. You want to move forward. You want to work on these things, but a part of you cannot seem to stay on the horse. Perhaps your fear gives you a sense of comfort and routine, yet you know that this is unhealthy. Let’s gear up and battle this together. Are you ready?
(719) 427-4631 View (719) 427-4631
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Jon Portillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Broomfield, CO 80020
I know it's difficult to find a therapist with all the choices in front of you so I’d like to take a moment and encourage you in your search. There is hope, support, and the potential for things to improve. It may be overwhelming in this moment, but just the fact that you are searching through profiles on Psychology Today tells me that you have the desire and the ability to work towards positive change.
I know it's difficult to find a therapist with all the choices in front of you so I’d like to take a moment and encourage you in your search. There is hope, support, and the potential for things to improve. It may be overwhelming in this moment, but just the fact that you are searching through profiles on Psychology Today tells me that you have the desire and the ability to work towards positive change.
(720) 336-0675 View (720) 336-0675
Photo of Pam Cht Cac III Mills in Colorado
Pam Cht Cac III Mills
CHT, CAC, III
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80014
I believe in working with clients collaboratively, utilizing their own internal strengths to solve personal problems and change unwanted behaviors and habits in order to achieve positive growth. I am dedicated to providing clients with a warmhearted, safe, and secure environment in an effort to accommodate the personal needs of each person.
I believe in working with clients collaboratively, utilizing their own internal strengths to solve personal problems and change unwanted behaviors and habits in order to achieve positive growth. I am dedicated to providing clients with a warmhearted, safe, and secure environment in an effort to accommodate the personal needs of each person.
(720) 759-3596 View (720) 759-3596
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Valerie Bringas Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Working with women is my forte! Women have a core value of relationships and this is how we filter our decisions. Moving, parenting, and other choices are made from this core value. We are the center of the family flower. When we grow and accept ourselves we go Beyond our natural Beauty!
Working with women is my forte! Women have a core value of relationships and this is how we filter our decisions. Moving, parenting, and other choices are made from this core value. We are the center of the family flower. When we grow and accept ourselves we go Beyond our natural Beauty!
(719) 425-2924 View (719) 425-2924
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Jeff Burt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Englewood, CO 80113
I have extensive experience helping people attain sobriety and address the underlying issues that are often associated with substance use disorder. I have been providing therapy services and supervised other therapists for over 19 years. I love sitting with people and doing the work it takes to have a good life.
I have extensive experience helping people attain sobriety and address the underlying issues that are often associated with substance use disorder. I have been providing therapy services and supervised other therapists for over 19 years. I love sitting with people and doing the work it takes to have a good life.
(720) 776-8450 View (720) 776-8450
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Chris J Howard
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
Are you tired of being too hard on yourself and the people around you? Many of my clients, especially the men and teens I work with, more easily start to evolve when they learn how to treat themselves and others with more kindness. I'll encourage you to explore your strengths and values as well as your challenges, helping you lean into whatever difficult emotions or thoughts might currently feel 'in the way'. You'll find me to be collaborative and creative, and my clients consistently tell me they appreciate my warmth, my lack of judgement, my belief in them, and my sense of adventure.
Are you tired of being too hard on yourself and the people around you? Many of my clients, especially the men and teens I work with, more easily start to evolve when they learn how to treat themselves and others with more kindness. I'll encourage you to explore your strengths and values as well as your challenges, helping you lean into whatever difficult emotions or thoughts might currently feel 'in the way'. You'll find me to be collaborative and creative, and my clients consistently tell me they appreciate my warmth, my lack of judgement, my belief in them, and my sense of adventure.
(720) 674-7394 View (720) 674-7394
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR & Med Management
LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80215
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 465-7959 View (720) 465-7959
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Rebecca Finnoff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80304
As a seasoned psychotherapist/life coach, I believe in our innate healing potential and guide my clients to unlock their internal wisdom, resilience and resources for healing. Somatic (body-centered), mindfulness-based approaches to holistic coaching and therapy, allow me to integrate my clinical training while tuning into intuition to effectively guide the unfolding healing process of my clients. Trauma-informed, holistic coaching and therapy allows for greater capacity to rewire the brain, which can make the unconscious conscious and shift your automatic reactive patterns and outdated beliefs, helping you to live your best life.
As a seasoned psychotherapist/life coach, I believe in our innate healing potential and guide my clients to unlock their internal wisdom, resilience and resources for healing. Somatic (body-centered), mindfulness-based approaches to holistic coaching and therapy, allow me to integrate my clinical training while tuning into intuition to effectively guide the unfolding healing process of my clients. Trauma-informed, holistic coaching and therapy allows for greater capacity to rewire the brain, which can make the unconscious conscious and shift your automatic reactive patterns and outdated beliefs, helping you to live your best life.
(720) 712-3946 View (720) 712-3946
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Hannah J. Kleinhans
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521  (Online Only)
As humans, we are constantly growing and changing throughout our life span. While this can feel overwhelming and anxiety provoking, learning how to navigate that process while aligning with your most authentic self can lead to fulfillment and peace. I am passionate about supporting clients to make and maintain positive changes in their lives. I love helping clients find the tools and skills that work for them to live with more joy and the ability to overcome life's challenges.
As humans, we are constantly growing and changing throughout our life span. While this can feel overwhelming and anxiety provoking, learning how to navigate that process while aligning with your most authentic self can lead to fulfillment and peace. I am passionate about supporting clients to make and maintain positive changes in their lives. I love helping clients find the tools and skills that work for them to live with more joy and the ability to overcome life's challenges.
(970) 665-4902 View (970) 665-4902
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Crouch Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80239
Making a change and healing from our pasts can feel overwhelming. Many people do not know where to start and interfering symptoms and behaviors can sometimes feel impossible to break through. At Crouch Counseling PLLC., it is my goal to help you change your path and start to live the life that you choose, the life you want. I focus on healing trauma and its many symptoms. Past traumas can intrude in all areas of life and present day functioning. We can see the effects of trauma in relationships, compulsive behaviors, addictions, family systems, anxiety, depression, phobias, and ability to make desired life changes.
Making a change and healing from our pasts can feel overwhelming. Many people do not know where to start and interfering symptoms and behaviors can sometimes feel impossible to break through. At Crouch Counseling PLLC., it is my goal to help you change your path and start to live the life that you choose, the life you want. I focus on healing trauma and its many symptoms. Past traumas can intrude in all areas of life and present day functioning. We can see the effects of trauma in relationships, compulsive behaviors, addictions, family systems, anxiety, depression, phobias, and ability to make desired life changes.
(720) 399-8620 View (720) 399-8620
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Mark L. Held, Ph.D., P.C.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
I have over 45 years of experience doing individual, couples and family therapy. My approach is directive, caring and interactive, and usually short to intermediate term in duration. I use insight and cognitive-behavioral methods as well as other techniques and methods. My goal is to be effective in bringing about constructive change to improve relationships and overall functioning. I take pride in servicing the best interests of my clients. Visit my web site at MarkHeldPhdPC.com for additional information or call me at 303-903-5110 to see if I'm the right therapist for you.
I have over 45 years of experience doing individual, couples and family therapy. My approach is directive, caring and interactive, and usually short to intermediate term in duration. I use insight and cognitive-behavioral methods as well as other techniques and methods. My goal is to be effective in bringing about constructive change to improve relationships and overall functioning. I take pride in servicing the best interests of my clients. Visit my web site at MarkHeldPhdPC.com for additional information or call me at 303-903-5110 to see if I'm the right therapist for you.
(720) 408-6975 View (720) 408-6975
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.