Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Delaware

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Anxiety Treatment Services of Delmarva
Counselor, LPCMH, NCC
Verified Verified
Lewes, DE 19958
I have received advanced training in Exposure Response Prevention therapy from the University of Pennsylvania Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety and provide this treatment for individuals with OCD and related disorders.
I am a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years experience providing individual and family therapy for adolescents and adults with a variety of problems. The focus of my practice is to provide evidence based strategies for my clients to face the challenges symptoms of anxiety, depression and trauma have created in their lives.
I have received advanced training in Exposure Response Prevention therapy from the University of Pennsylvania Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety and provide this treatment for individuals with OCD and related disorders.
I am a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years experience providing individual and family therapy for adolescents and adults with a variety of problems. The focus of my practice is to provide evidence based strategies for my clients to face the challenges symptoms of anxiety, depression and trauma have created in their lives.
(302) 200-4077 View (302) 200-4077
Sandra L. Duemmler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19810  (Online Only)
In addition, I work extensively with people with mood and anxiety disorders, such as OCD, social anxiety, PTSD, and generalized anxiety/worry using a combination of techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy.
When you decide to start therapy, one of the most important keys to success is the relationship you form with the therapist. A therapeutic relationship should feel safe and supportive, and you should feel your therapist has empathy and respect. I believe my strengths as a therapist are my ability to quickly form strong, empathic, collaborative relationships and develop an understanding of your unique situation as well as how you view and interact with the world. Most clients find me down-to-earth and very easy to talk with and relate to.
In addition, I work extensively with people with mood and anxiety disorders, such as OCD, social anxiety, PTSD, and generalized anxiety/worry using a combination of techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy.
When you decide to start therapy, one of the most important keys to success is the relationship you form with the therapist. A therapeutic relationship should feel safe and supportive, and you should feel your therapist has empathy and respect. I believe my strengths as a therapist are my ability to quickly form strong, empathic, collaborative relationships and develop an understanding of your unique situation as well as how you view and interact with the world. Most clients find me down-to-earth and very easy to talk with and relate to.
(302) 524-0835 View (302) 524-0835
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Jeff Pincin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMH, NCC
Verified Verified
Newark, DE 19713  (Online Only)
Video-based sessions available in Delaware and Pennsylvania. I treat OCD, anxiety, tic disorder, BFRBs, hoarding disorder, depression, stress, and worry, among others. My approach involves Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD treatment, HRT for BFRBs, behavior activation, and CBT. You have the ability to feel better and counseling is a great first step. The goal of each session is increased ability to cope with adversity and feel more like your ideal self. Clinical supervision available. Twitter and FB delawaretherapyservices
Video-based sessions available in Delaware and Pennsylvania. I treat OCD, anxiety, tic disorder, BFRBs, hoarding disorder, depression, stress, and worry, among others. My approach involves Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD treatment, HRT for BFRBs, behavior activation, and CBT. You have the ability to feel better and counseling is a great first step. The goal of each session is increased ability to cope with adversity and feel more like your ideal self. Clinical supervision available. Twitter and FB delawaretherapyservices
(302) 404-2419 View (302) 404-2419
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Carly Alaina Fountain
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, DE 19808
I offer individual counseling and specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, OCD, LGBTQ+-related issues, eating disorders, and grief.
Accepting new clients! You're here because you're tired of holding it all together. Whether you are stuck ruminating over the past, or you are anxiously worrying about what lies ahead, I use trauma-informed compassion to help disentangle the confusion. Together we will build a therapeutic alliance that supports you, empowers you, and helps you break free from past patterns; life doesn't have to be about pleasing everyone else and neglecting yourself.
I offer individual counseling and specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, OCD, LGBTQ+-related issues, eating disorders, and grief.
Accepting new clients! You're here because you're tired of holding it all together. Whether you are stuck ruminating over the past, or you are anxiously worrying about what lies ahead, I use trauma-informed compassion to help disentangle the confusion. Together we will build a therapeutic alliance that supports you, empowers you, and helps you break free from past patterns; life doesn't have to be about pleasing everyone else and neglecting yourself.
(302) 343-4205 View (302) 343-4205
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Gina Raciti
Psychologist, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating OCD and BFRBs, such as trichotillomania (hair pulling) and excoriation disorder (skin picking).
Are intrusive worries and hours of mental/physical rituals interfering in your or your child’s life? Have doubts and compulsive behaviors overshadowed your/their personality? OCD and BFRBs can surface at any age and the resulting distress and shame can be debilitating. At Oceanside Psychotherapy, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to help clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with curiosity, mindfulness, and self-compassion. I strive to foster strong alliances with my clients so that we can work as a team in overcoming compulsive behaviors and return to living a meaningful life.
I specialize in treating OCD and BFRBs, such as trichotillomania (hair pulling) and excoriation disorder (skin picking).
Are intrusive worries and hours of mental/physical rituals interfering in your or your child’s life? Have doubts and compulsive behaviors overshadowed your/their personality? OCD and BFRBs can surface at any age and the resulting distress and shame can be debilitating. At Oceanside Psychotherapy, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to help clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with curiosity, mindfulness, and self-compassion. I strive to foster strong alliances with my clients so that we can work as a team in overcoming compulsive behaviors and return to living a meaningful life.
(302) 219-0953 View (302) 219-0953
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NOCD - Therapists for OCD
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19804  (Online Only)
Imagine what life would be like if you weren't bothered by OCD. NOCD is here to help you regain peace of mind. NOCD is a digital health company that’s focused on effectively treating people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Inside the NOCD mobile app, you can work with one of our licensed mental health therapists with specialty training in OCD. When your therapist isn’t available, access support communities and therapeutic tools - so that you are never alone. NOCD’s protocol has been proven to reduce OCD severity by 40% in less than 10 weeks.
Imagine what life would be like if you weren't bothered by OCD. NOCD is here to help you regain peace of mind. NOCD is a digital health company that’s focused on effectively treating people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Inside the NOCD mobile app, you can work with one of our licensed mental health therapists with specialty training in OCD. When your therapist isn’t available, access support communities and therapeutic tools - so that you are never alone. NOCD’s protocol has been proven to reduce OCD severity by 40% in less than 10 weeks.
(872) 204-2314 View (872) 204-2314
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Dr. Izabela Milaniak
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, DE 19807  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with years of experience in providing evidence-based therapy focusing on training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and organizational skills training for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
My approach with my clients is flexibly implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques (i.e., approaches that have been scientifically proven for decades to be successful). I believe that effective therapy needs to help build skills such as understanding and regulating emotions, relaxation strategies, understanding and managing thought patterns and beliefs, communication and social skills, etc. These skills are vital in addressing anxiety and depression.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with years of experience in providing evidence-based therapy focusing on training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and organizational skills training for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
My approach with my clients is flexibly implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques (i.e., approaches that have been scientifically proven for decades to be successful). I believe that effective therapy needs to help build skills such as understanding and regulating emotions, relaxation strategies, understanding and managing thought patterns and beliefs, communication and social skills, etc. These skills are vital in addressing anxiety and depression.
(610) 486-3416 View (610) 486-3416
Stephanie Lindsay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, DE 19810
Waitlist for new clients
"I offer my clients a brief model of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT has been shown to be the treatment of choice for individuals struggling with problems such as Anxiety, Depression and OCD. I help my clients replace their old habits with new, healthy means of coping."
"I offer my clients a brief model of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT has been shown to be the treatment of choice for individuals struggling with problems such as Anxiety, Depression and OCD. I help my clients replace their old habits with new, healthy means of coping."
(610) 679-9326 View (610) 679-9326
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Nichelle Wiggins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Newark, DE 19711  (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family/Relationship Conflicts, Adverse Childhood Experiences and Low Self-Esteem.
Are you struggling to live the life you desire? Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed, unmotivated, struggling with intrusive thoughts/urges that you are afraid to talk about, experiencing conflict in your relationships, facing a difficult situation or simply want to feel better. Congratulations on taking the first step. Whether you are new or returning to therapy, the process is one of self-reflection and self-discovery that can lead you to not only feeling better but being a better you. Sometimes the path is unclear. I am committed to guiding you along the path of empowerment and enlightenment to find your way.
I specialize in the treatment of OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family/Relationship Conflicts, Adverse Childhood Experiences and Low Self-Esteem.
Are you struggling to live the life you desire? Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed, unmotivated, struggling with intrusive thoughts/urges that you are afraid to talk about, experiencing conflict in your relationships, facing a difficult situation or simply want to feel better. Congratulations on taking the first step. Whether you are new or returning to therapy, the process is one of self-reflection and self-discovery that can lead you to not only feeling better but being a better you. Sometimes the path is unclear. I am committed to guiding you along the path of empowerment and enlightenment to find your way.
(267) 223-0947 View (267) 223-0947
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Rolf A Ritchie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hockessin, DE 19707  (Online Only)
Hello! I am Dr. Ritchie I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in three states and I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, trauma, and chronic stress. Anxiety and depression can come to dominate our lives and feel so overwhelming that even everyday tasks seem impossible. With the right kind of support, however, the patterns you find yourself stuck in are possible to escape! I have a strong background in evidence-based psychotherapy and use modern treatments to assist you in breaking unhelpful habits. I have been treating clients through individual psychotherapy for 7 years and I take an active, collaborative approach to treatment.
Hello! I am Dr. Ritchie I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in three states and I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, trauma, and chronic stress. Anxiety and depression can come to dominate our lives and feel so overwhelming that even everyday tasks seem impossible. With the right kind of support, however, the patterns you find yourself stuck in are possible to escape! I have a strong background in evidence-based psychotherapy and use modern treatments to assist you in breaking unhelpful habits. I have been treating clients through individual psychotherapy for 7 years and I take an active, collaborative approach to treatment.
(302) 253-7794 View (302) 253-7794
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Abby Emmert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Dover, DE 19901  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Abby! My passion for treating eating disorders and OCD comes from my own journey to recovery. I love working with people that want to make change but are struggling with where to start. If you struggle with intrusive thoughts, ruminating thoughts, find yourself on an endless cycle of diets or hating your body, labeling foods good or bad and feeling guilty after you eat, or are struggling with understanding what thoughts you can believe and which ones you can't...then you came to the right place! I believe whole heartedly that you can recover from these disorders, and I am passionate about helping others do just that.
Hi, I'm Abby! My passion for treating eating disorders and OCD comes from my own journey to recovery. I love working with people that want to make change but are struggling with where to start. If you struggle with intrusive thoughts, ruminating thoughts, find yourself on an endless cycle of diets or hating your body, labeling foods good or bad and feeling guilty after you eat, or are struggling with understanding what thoughts you can believe and which ones you can't...then you came to the right place! I believe whole heartedly that you can recover from these disorders, and I am passionate about helping others do just that.
(215) 770-3869 View (215) 770-3869
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CBT Center for Anxiety & OCD
PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wilmington, DE 19801
The CBT Center for Anxiety and OCD believes in providing the community with the most cutting-edge, expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, OCD, OC Spectrum Disorders and related conditions. We successfully treat clients with generalized anxiety, separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias and panic. The Center also treats all OC Spectrum conditions including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, hoarding, caretakers of people who hoard, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Excoriation (skin picking) and tics. We treat ALL forms of OCD including many of the lesser known types: relationship, existential, just right, pedophile, harm/violence, sexual orientation, hit & run, magical thinking, postpartum, moral scrupulosity/religious, symmetry/equalizing, health anxiety/hypochondriasis, olfactory reference syndrome (fear of body odor), muscle dysmorphia (obsessive focus on muscles), emotional contamination, PANS/PANDAS, orthorexia (obsession with healthy eating), sensorimotor/hyperawareness and hyper-responsibility. The Center also specializes in working with people who have anxiety co-occurring with introversion, giftedness, people-pleasing and perfectionism as well as Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Dyslexia and medical conditions. We frequently treat individuals with comorbid depression, ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. Specializing in anxiety, OCD and related conditions allows us to stay on top of the latest scientific research and utilize the most effective strategies for you.
The CBT Center for Anxiety and OCD believes in providing the community with the most cutting-edge, expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, OCD, OC Spectrum Disorders and related conditions. We successfully treat clients with generalized anxiety, separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias and panic. The Center also treats all OC Spectrum conditions including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, hoarding, caretakers of people who hoard, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Excoriation (skin picking) and tics. We treat ALL forms of OCD including many of the lesser known types: relationship, existential, just right, pedophile, harm/violence, sexual orientation, hit & run, magical thinking, postpartum, moral scrupulosity/religious, symmetry/equalizing, health anxiety/hypochondriasis, olfactory reference syndrome (fear of body odor), muscle dysmorphia (obsessive focus on muscles), emotional contamination, PANS/PANDAS, orthorexia (obsession with healthy eating), sensorimotor/hyperawareness and hyper-responsibility. The Center also specializes in working with people who have anxiety co-occurring with introversion, giftedness, people-pleasing and perfectionism as well as Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Dyslexia and medical conditions. We frequently treat individuals with comorbid depression, ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. Specializing in anxiety, OCD and related conditions allows us to stay on top of the latest scientific research and utilize the most effective strategies for you.
(610) 756-1601 View (610) 756-1601
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Dr. Margo Lewis-Jah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MEd, MOML
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19804
My focus includes issues related to anxiety, depression, anger management, ADHD, OCD, couples therapy, divorce, family dynamics, recovery, trauma, sexual abuse/addictions & domestic violence.
Congratulations on exploring the option of psychotherapy. My treatment approach is strengths based, respecting each person's self-determination for achieving a state of emotional health. Strong therapeutic relationships can create healing and generate the ability to change. By applying various therapeutic techniques tailored to your individual needs, you will gain an understanding of behavior patterns or skewed cognitions that may be limiting you from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful relationship with self or others.
My focus includes issues related to anxiety, depression, anger management, ADHD, OCD, couples therapy, divorce, family dynamics, recovery, trauma, sexual abuse/addictions & domestic violence.
Congratulations on exploring the option of psychotherapy. My treatment approach is strengths based, respecting each person's self-determination for achieving a state of emotional health. Strong therapeutic relationships can create healing and generate the ability to change. By applying various therapeutic techniques tailored to your individual needs, you will gain an understanding of behavior patterns or skewed cognitions that may be limiting you from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful relationship with self or others.
(302) 407-0662 View (302) 407-0662
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Dr. Jason Bendezú
Psychologist, PhD, PSYPACT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19801  (Online Only)
Hey there! I specialize in helping youth (5-18 years), young adults (18-28 years), couples, and families find direction in navigating difficulties with anxiety, depression, oppositional and defiant behavior, obsessive and compulsive behavior, as well as traumatic stress. I approach therapy with genuine curiosity, humbly meeting my clients where they are, validating those life experiences that bring my clients into therapy, and learning more about the tool kits clients have used thus far to steer them through troubled waters.
Hey there! I specialize in helping youth (5-18 years), young adults (18-28 years), couples, and families find direction in navigating difficulties with anxiety, depression, oppositional and defiant behavior, obsessive and compulsive behavior, as well as traumatic stress. I approach therapy with genuine curiosity, humbly meeting my clients where they are, validating those life experiences that bring my clients into therapy, and learning more about the tool kits clients have used thus far to steer them through troubled waters.
(857) 703-2663 View (857) 703-2663
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Dr. Abby Bugbee
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19810
I enjoy working with late adolescents and adults throughout the lifespan. I've had the opportunity to specialize in treating anxiety, OCD and OC spectrum disorders, which includes excoriation (skin picking) and trichotillamania (hair pulling). I also have extensive training in treating women's health, which includes sexual health, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and infertility. As a therapist, I care deeply for the well-being of my clients. I believe successful treatment starts with a positive client-therapist relationship, and I strive to be genuine, collaborative, and creative so I can best help you reach your goals!
I enjoy working with late adolescents and adults throughout the lifespan. I've had the opportunity to specialize in treating anxiety, OCD and OC spectrum disorders, which includes excoriation (skin picking) and trichotillamania (hair pulling). I also have extensive training in treating women's health, which includes sexual health, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and infertility. As a therapist, I care deeply for the well-being of my clients. I believe successful treatment starts with a positive client-therapist relationship, and I strive to be genuine, collaborative, and creative so I can best help you reach your goals!
(302) 314-2994 View (302) 314-2994
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Madison Sampson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newark, DE 19702
Everyday new day you have awaken, you have gotten past your worst days. Anxiety , depression, OCD, and adjustment disorders can cause stress in day to day living. Many struggle to find a place to start, need someone to listen, or feel like nobody understands. The main goal that you are seeking is to reduce negative thoughts and promote positive thinking.
Everyday new day you have awaken, you have gotten past your worst days. Anxiety , depression, OCD, and adjustment disorders can cause stress in day to day living. Many struggle to find a place to start, need someone to listen, or feel like nobody understands. The main goal that you are seeking is to reduce negative thoughts and promote positive thinking.
(302) 587-7042 View (302) 587-7042
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Gina Mattei
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newark, DE 19713
I can evaluate and diagnose autism, ADHD, learning concerns (like dyslexia), cognitive and memory problems, language/auditory processing, anxiety/OCD, PTSD, depression, behavioral problems in children, personality disorders in adults, and more.
Life presents many challenges for children and adults alike. While everyone's experience is different, I believe there is always a path of healing to be found. I use specialized assessment tools to help you better understand your cognitive, neuropsychological, behavioral, and mental health. Assessment can also help identify accurate diagnosis and discover personalized intervention and treatment options. My approach is research supported and tailored to you. I do my best to account for your unique experiences when designing an evaluation that helps you meet your goals.
I can evaluate and diagnose autism, ADHD, learning concerns (like dyslexia), cognitive and memory problems, language/auditory processing, anxiety/OCD, PTSD, depression, behavioral problems in children, personality disorders in adults, and more.
Life presents many challenges for children and adults alike. While everyone's experience is different, I believe there is always a path of healing to be found. I use specialized assessment tools to help you better understand your cognitive, neuropsychological, behavioral, and mental health. Assessment can also help identify accurate diagnosis and discover personalized intervention and treatment options. My approach is research supported and tailored to you. I do my best to account for your unique experiences when designing an evaluation that helps you meet your goals.
(302) 207-2634 View (302) 207-2634
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Megan Lynn Mullins
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, ACE CPT, Pn1
Verified Verified
Newark, DE 19711
Waitlist for new clients
I have expertise in helping clients in healing from PTSD and complex trauma, attachment wounding/relationship issues, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, anxiety/OCD, eating disorders, performance anxiety/sports psych issues, self-esteem issues and grief.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience. I specialize in the use of EMDR, BSP (Brain Spotting), Internal Family Systems Therapy as well as RLT, AEDP, DBT, and ERP. I am also an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Precision Nutrition Certified Nutrition Coach. As a former D1 athlete, my approach to psychotherapy is a holistic one. My clients have specifically appreciated the rate at which they are able to experience benefits from therapy. I work out of two offices, one on Main Street in Newark (within walking distance of University of Delaware), the other in Elkton.
I have expertise in helping clients in healing from PTSD and complex trauma, attachment wounding/relationship issues, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, anxiety/OCD, eating disorders, performance anxiety/sports psych issues, self-esteem issues and grief.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience. I specialize in the use of EMDR, BSP (Brain Spotting), Internal Family Systems Therapy as well as RLT, AEDP, DBT, and ERP. I am also an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Precision Nutrition Certified Nutrition Coach. As a former D1 athlete, my approach to psychotherapy is a holistic one. My clients have specifically appreciated the rate at which they are able to experience benefits from therapy. I work out of two offices, one on Main Street in Newark (within walking distance of University of Delaware), the other in Elkton.
(302) 587-8395 View (302) 587-8395
Dr. Samuel P Milioti
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Hockessin, DE 19707
My training and experience include treating anxiety and panic, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, substance abuse, personality disorders, and chronic illness. My background as a family therapist allows me to treat many individuals, including family members or other significant people in a person's life. For more than four decades, I have studied the nature of interpersonal relationships, and have assisted couples and individuals as they face life's difficult challenges. If you are in need with help, I can help you resolve these issues and feel better about yourself.
My training and experience include treating anxiety and panic, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, substance abuse, personality disorders, and chronic illness. My background as a family therapist allows me to treat many individuals, including family members or other significant people in a person's life. For more than four decades, I have studied the nature of interpersonal relationships, and have assisted couples and individuals as they face life's difficult challenges. If you are in need with help, I can help you resolve these issues and feel better about yourself.
(302) 966-3041 View (302) 966-3041
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Willow Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPMHC, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dover, DE 19901
At Willow Counseling Services, we understand the profound impact that fertility, perinatal, and women's health challenges can have on the fabric of everyday lives. We acknowledge that the journey through these experiences is anything but simple, and the well-meaning yet inadequate advice to 'just relax' fails to address the intricate emotional and psychological complexities that often arise. We're thrilled to announce an expansion of our services beyond perinatal mental health and women's health. We now include expertise in managing generalized anxiety, depression, OCD, Adult ADHD, eating disorders, and trauma-related stressors.
At Willow Counseling Services, we understand the profound impact that fertility, perinatal, and women's health challenges can have on the fabric of everyday lives. We acknowledge that the journey through these experiences is anything but simple, and the well-meaning yet inadequate advice to 'just relax' fails to address the intricate emotional and psychological complexities that often arise. We're thrilled to announce an expansion of our services beyond perinatal mental health and women's health. We now include expertise in managing generalized anxiety, depression, OCD, Adult ADHD, eating disorders, and trauma-related stressors.
(302) 599-6195 View (302) 599-6195

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.