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Carey K Parrott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, CCS, ICAADC, CPS-AD
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30605
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Master Addictions Counselor, I am passionate and dedicated to helping individuals, families and communities that are struggling to recover from alcohol and other drugs. I also work diligently to assist individuals and families with addressing related issues in social, emotional, occupational, and mental health functioning. I will work with you to move forward in life and achieve your goal of being free of active addiction regardless of the past factors that have negatively impacted your life.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Master Addictions Counselor, I am passionate and dedicated to helping individuals, families and communities that are struggling to recover from alcohol and other drugs. I also work diligently to assist individuals and families with addressing related issues in social, emotional, occupational, and mental health functioning. I will work with you to move forward in life and achieve your goal of being free of active addiction regardless of the past factors that have negatively impacted your life.
(706) 214-2498 View (706) 214-2498
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Tom G Camp
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MS
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30601
We all seek safety, health and happiness in our lives, sometimes supported by, and other times challenged by, our life experiences, relationships and larger environment. Life often provides many resources for safety, health and happiness. When our connection with these resources is somehow block or reduced, we can use a supportive, caring relationship to find our way through worries, depression, dependencies, grief, low self-esteem, relationship disturbances, and spiritual struggles.
We all seek safety, health and happiness in our lives, sometimes supported by, and other times challenged by, our life experiences, relationships and larger environment. Life often provides many resources for safety, health and happiness. When our connection with these resources is somehow block or reduced, we can use a supportive, caring relationship to find our way through worries, depression, dependencies, grief, low self-esteem, relationship disturbances, and spiritual struggles.
(762) 225-9180 View (762) 225-9180

Online Therapists

Photo of Steven R. Jones- Marriage Couple Family Therapist, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in Athens, GA
Steven R. Jones- Marriage Couple Family Therapist
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA-MFT, ICADC, CADC1, SYMBIS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
I typically work with individuals with various diagnoses, couples struggling with marital issues and families navigating divorce, blended families, co-parenting, grief, insomnia, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and OCD. I am well-suited, competent, and clinically trained in a variety of treatment approaches including but not limited to CBT, Trauma, attachment injury, internal family systems, DBT, and childhood trauma. I have an interest in working with substance misuse, and all types of addiction, including gambling and increasingly common tech porn.
I typically work with individuals with various diagnoses, couples struggling with marital issues and families navigating divorce, blended families, co-parenting, grief, insomnia, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and OCD. I am well-suited, competent, and clinically trained in a variety of treatment approaches including but not limited to CBT, Trauma, attachment injury, internal family systems, DBT, and childhood trauma. I have an interest in working with substance misuse, and all types of addiction, including gambling and increasingly common tech porn.
(678) 324-3648 View (678) 324-3648
Photo of Clerissa Cooper, Counselor in Athens, GA
Clerissa Cooper
Counselor, MS, LPC, SEP, CDBT, CPCS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
I help individuals and their families overcome difficulties associated with mood disorders, anxiety disorders including OCD, personality disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and the adoption triad utilizing mindfulness, cognitive, behavioral, interpersonal, clinical hypnotherapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Somatic Experiencing techniques.
I value honest and thoughtful communication, which means I communicate in an attentive, supportive, compassionate, empowering, and non-judgmental manner while being authentic, direct, and transparent. I utilize validation and humor in therapy to foster connection and to create space for healthy, long-lasting change. I seek to help my clients deeply accept and understand their own thoughts, emotions, actions, and experiences so they can more effectively navigate their relationships with self and the world.
I help individuals and their families overcome difficulties associated with mood disorders, anxiety disorders including OCD, personality disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and the adoption triad utilizing mindfulness, cognitive, behavioral, interpersonal, clinical hypnotherapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Somatic Experiencing techniques.
I value honest and thoughtful communication, which means I communicate in an attentive, supportive, compassionate, empowering, and non-judgmental manner while being authentic, direct, and transparent. I utilize validation and humor in therapy to foster connection and to create space for healthy, long-lasting change. I seek to help my clients deeply accept and understand their own thoughts, emotions, actions, and experiences so they can more effectively navigate their relationships with self and the world.
(404) 445-1177 View (404) 445-1177
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Christian Waller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
College Park, GA 30349
Hello everyone, my name is Christian Waller and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience. I have provided both individual and group therapeutic services to children, teens, and adults. Although my primary focus is working with processing trauma and reducing the effects of traumatic stress, I have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, concerns with discovering/exploring sexuality and/or gender expression, addictions, and other areas that individuals would like to process in our therapeutic relationship.
Hello everyone, my name is Christian Waller and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience. I have provided both individual and group therapeutic services to children, teens, and adults. Although my primary focus is working with processing trauma and reducing the effects of traumatic stress, I have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, concerns with discovering/exploring sexuality and/or gender expression, addictions, and other areas that individuals would like to process in our therapeutic relationship.
(678) 990-9257 View (678) 990-9257
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Nicole Iwule
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30092  (Online Only)
If you struggle with self-doubt, self-criticism, poor body image, obsessive and intrusive thoughts, high emotional sensitivity, anxiety, perfectionism, or if you struggle to ask for help, or often put yourself last, go ahead and contact me because I have a deep desire to help support you. I believe that you have everything you need already inside of yourself to heal and create the life of your dreams, and I believe in my skilled ability to help you unlock your unique strengths and empower you on your healing journey.
If you struggle with self-doubt, self-criticism, poor body image, obsessive and intrusive thoughts, high emotional sensitivity, anxiety, perfectionism, or if you struggle to ask for help, or often put yourself last, go ahead and contact me because I have a deep desire to help support you. I believe that you have everything you need already inside of yourself to heal and create the life of your dreams, and I believe in my skilled ability to help you unlock your unique strengths and empower you on your healing journey.
(407) 809-1377 View (407) 809-1377
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I Am Love Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lithia Springs, GA 30122  (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia working with a wide variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, grief, etc. I do take an active role in the counseling process as I work collectively with the client to navigate the presented concerns and create tangible goals to make life more manageable. I believe we develop psychological stress due to the inability to truly be who we are meant to be because we seek and desire belonging believing that we need to be who someone else wants us to be.
I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia working with a wide variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, grief, etc. I do take an active role in the counseling process as I work collectively with the client to navigate the presented concerns and create tangible goals to make life more manageable. I believe we develop psychological stress due to the inability to truly be who we are meant to be because we seek and desire belonging believing that we need to be who someone else wants us to be.
(678) 653-2311 View (678) 653-2311
Photo of Salima Hart, Licensed Professional Counselor in Athens, GA
Salima Hart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30305
I also have experience working with those struggling with OCD, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.
I love working in the field of mental health! It's extremely rewarding to see someone transition from a place of hopelessness to a place of empowerment and confidence. I believe that we all have the potential to live a full life, but we don't always have the tools to help us access that kind of life. My goal is to help others determine the type of life they want, recognize the obstacles getting in the way, and work with them to navigate through those obstacles.
I also have experience working with those struggling with OCD, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.
I love working in the field of mental health! It's extremely rewarding to see someone transition from a place of hopelessness to a place of empowerment and confidence. I believe that we all have the potential to live a full life, but we don't always have the tools to help us access that kind of life. My goal is to help others determine the type of life they want, recognize the obstacles getting in the way, and work with them to navigate through those obstacles.
(470) 280-3326 View (470) 280-3326
Photo of Candice R Scurry, Licensed Professional Counselor in Athens, GA
Candice R Scurry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
I specialize in anxiety, anger management, including court-appointed anger management classes, depression, single parents, trauma-focused therapy, EAP, and OCD, and understand how mental health disorders affect our relationships with friends, family, romantic partners, employment, etc.
Are you struggling with life emotionally? I am here to help. Are you struggling with codependency? Are you in college and need guidance? Are you an older parent with younger children and need to balance what life throws at you? Are you looking for peace in the chaos? Are you a high school student or athlete trying to navigate your future? I can help you with your treatment goals.
I specialize in anxiety, anger management, including court-appointed anger management classes, depression, single parents, trauma-focused therapy, EAP, and OCD, and understand how mental health disorders affect our relationships with friends, family, romantic partners, employment, etc.
Are you struggling with life emotionally? I am here to help. Are you struggling with codependency? Are you in college and need guidance? Are you an older parent with younger children and need to balance what life throws at you? Are you looking for peace in the chaos? Are you a high school student or athlete trying to navigate your future? I can help you with your treatment goals.
(281) 612-6209 View (281) 612-6209
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Felicia Jackson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Are you ready to overcome your fears and reclaim your life from anxiety and perfectionism? I know this idea can be both exciting and scary, and I'm proud of you for taking this first step! I specialize in helping clients overcome OCD, perfectionism and anxiety disorders (including phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, panic and worry/generalized anxiety). My approach to therapy is compassionate and nonjudgmental while also being encouraging and change-oriented. In our work together, we'd build awareness of unhelpful thoughts, beliefs and behaviors that fuel anxiety and keep you stuck.
Are you ready to overcome your fears and reclaim your life from anxiety and perfectionism? I know this idea can be both exciting and scary, and I'm proud of you for taking this first step! I specialize in helping clients overcome OCD, perfectionism and anxiety disorders (including phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, panic and worry/generalized anxiety). My approach to therapy is compassionate and nonjudgmental while also being encouraging and change-oriented. In our work together, we'd build awareness of unhelpful thoughts, beliefs and behaviors that fuel anxiety and keep you stuck.
(404) 692-7005 View (404) 692-7005
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Dr. Gail N Kemp
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
Are you a parent looking for services for your child dealing with anxiety, depression, selective mutism, OCD, phobias, or related concerns? Are you a young adult who is ready to face fear and anxiety head-on so that you can live a life that is more consistent with your goals and values? If you answered "Yes" to either of these questions, then contact Theraframe, LLC for a free 20-minute consultation to see if our services are right for you.
Are you a parent looking for services for your child dealing with anxiety, depression, selective mutism, OCD, phobias, or related concerns? Are you a young adult who is ready to face fear and anxiety head-on so that you can live a life that is more consistent with your goals and values? If you answered "Yes" to either of these questions, then contact Theraframe, LLC for a free 20-minute consultation to see if our services are right for you.
(404) 574-6292 View (404) 574-6292
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Tikeisha Longino Moore
Pre-Licensed Professional, MBA, MS
Verified Verified
Cartersville, GA 30120
Tikeisha Moore, MS, is a recent graduate of Divine Mercy University and is currently accepting new clients. I believe in Holistic therapy that focuses on a person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. My approach consists of CBT and EFT with clients as well. I am open to using approaches that benefit the client. I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have also worked with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem issues, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Tikeisha Moore, MS, is a recent graduate of Divine Mercy University and is currently accepting new clients. I believe in Holistic therapy that focuses on a person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. My approach consists of CBT and EFT with clients as well. I am open to using approaches that benefit the client. I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have also worked with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem issues, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
(470) 745-2206 View (470) 745-2206
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Skillset Counseling
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kennesaw, GA 30144  (Online Only)
Are you a driven, high-performing individual who struggles with anxiety, perfectionism or OCD? Do you feel like are always in your head, wearied by the constant thinking, analyzing, and ruminating? Do you find that despite your motivation for achievement, you feel exhausted, unfulfilled, and unable to live in and embrace the present? The craving for a balanced, peaceful and meaningful joyful life seems constantly unfulfilled; the harder you try, the further away your goal seems and the more short-lived your gains seem.
Are you a driven, high-performing individual who struggles with anxiety, perfectionism or OCD? Do you feel like are always in your head, wearied by the constant thinking, analyzing, and ruminating? Do you find that despite your motivation for achievement, you feel exhausted, unfulfilled, and unable to live in and embrace the present? The craving for a balanced, peaceful and meaningful joyful life seems constantly unfulfilled; the harder you try, the further away your goal seems and the more short-lived your gains seem.
(470) 648-6574 View (470) 648-6574
Photo of Cherie Adams-Ndlovu, Licensed Professional Counselor in Athens, GA
Cherie Adams-Ndlovu
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CAADC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30305  (Online Only)
You are feeling trapped. Stuck in a seemingly endless loop of unwanted thoughts, fears, or painful memories. You feel like the only way to get relief is to avoid what hurts or do something…anything to quiet the thoughts. Your symptoms have made your life smaller and smaller until you don't even recognize who you are or who you were meant to be. You only see your symptoms. OCD, anxiety, depression, substance use, and/or trauma make you feel like you are on an island alone.
You are feeling trapped. Stuck in a seemingly endless loop of unwanted thoughts, fears, or painful memories. You feel like the only way to get relief is to avoid what hurts or do something…anything to quiet the thoughts. Your symptoms have made your life smaller and smaller until you don't even recognize who you are or who you were meant to be. You only see your symptoms. OCD, anxiety, depression, substance use, and/or trauma make you feel like you are on an island alone.
(678) 252-5793 View (678) 252-5793
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T Dyer
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30309  (Online Only)
My expertise lies in assisting young adults in overcoming past trauma and life challenges. I have experience in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship issues, as well as identity and gender concerns. I utilize an integrative approach that combines evidence-based therapies with holistic practices to provide comprehensive support.
My expertise lies in assisting young adults in overcoming past trauma and life challenges. I have experience in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship issues, as well as identity and gender concerns. I utilize an integrative approach that combines evidence-based therapies with holistic practices to provide comprehensive support.
(404) 738-6309 View (404) 738-6309
Photo of Elaine A Thomas, Psychologist in Athens, GA
Elaine A Thomas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30060
Anxiety conditions I work with include: separation anxiety, OCD, selective mutism, post-traumatic stress disorder, child traumatic grief, distress following single incident traumas such as car accidents and natural disasters, child physical abuse and child sexual abuse.
It takes tremendous courage to acknowledge emotional and behavioral difficulties in yourself or a loved one. I provide a nurturing context that will help you to recognize strengths and resilience as well as obtain relief from your current stress, worries, past trauma, couples conflict, family-related issues or parenting problems. I am a seasoned clinician with experience working in community mental health, private practice, medical and educational settings. Your treatment will be tailored to your needs using my knowledge of effective treatment, cultural awareness and your preferences. Please call me to discuss how I may be helpful to you.
Anxiety conditions I work with include: separation anxiety, OCD, selective mutism, post-traumatic stress disorder, child traumatic grief, distress following single incident traumas such as car accidents and natural disasters, child physical abuse and child sexual abuse.
It takes tremendous courage to acknowledge emotional and behavioral difficulties in yourself or a loved one. I provide a nurturing context that will help you to recognize strengths and resilience as well as obtain relief from your current stress, worries, past trauma, couples conflict, family-related issues or parenting problems. I am a seasoned clinician with experience working in community mental health, private practice, medical and educational settings. Your treatment will be tailored to your needs using my knowledge of effective treatment, cultural awareness and your preferences. Please call me to discuss how I may be helpful to you.
(770) 790-0773 View (770) 790-0773
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Monique Darnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, GA 30214  (Online Only)
We offer services for Adjustment disorders, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Drug-Induced Mental Disorder, Eating Disorder, Emotional Disturbances of Childhood and Adolescence, Major Depression Disorder, Obsessive Compulsion Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Postpartum Depression.
If you are feeling stuck, if you are feeling like every door you knock on is not opening, and that rejection and abandonment are the food you eat as a result of the not answered door, I am your therapist. Let's heal, discover, address, and process these things so that 2024 can be the year of receiving, loving, being present, and living life fully you! With that being said I must let you know the journey won't be easy, but you are worth it! The world deserves to finally meet the real you, the inner child in you deserves to be seen and live the life of the real you! Let's do it together.
We offer services for Adjustment disorders, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Drug-Induced Mental Disorder, Eating Disorder, Emotional Disturbances of Childhood and Adolescence, Major Depression Disorder, Obsessive Compulsion Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Postpartum Depression.
If you are feeling stuck, if you are feeling like every door you knock on is not opening, and that rejection and abandonment are the food you eat as a result of the not answered door, I am your therapist. Let's heal, discover, address, and process these things so that 2024 can be the year of receiving, loving, being present, and living life fully you! With that being said I must let you know the journey won't be easy, but you are worth it! The world deserves to finally meet the real you, the inner child in you deserves to be seen and live the life of the real you! Let's do it together.
(470) 516-9097 View (470) 516-9097
Photo of Phyllis Williams, LMFT, PC, Marriage & Family Therapist in Athens, GA
Phyllis Williams, LMFT, PC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CTHC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030  (Online Only)
I am licensed psychotherapist with over 22 years of experience. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety (excessive worry and stress), depression (feeling unmotivated, disinterested, and stuck), couples conflict, parent/child issues, OCD, RSD, and ADHD. I have extensive training providing therapy for family and teen/adolescent issues. I work best with individuals, teens, couples, and families who prefer a hands-on and action-oriented psychotherapy approach to promote change. I use cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, person-centered, RRT, and family systems techniques. I work 100% virtually serving patients in Georgia and California.
I am licensed psychotherapist with over 22 years of experience. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety (excessive worry and stress), depression (feeling unmotivated, disinterested, and stuck), couples conflict, parent/child issues, OCD, RSD, and ADHD. I have extensive training providing therapy for family and teen/adolescent issues. I work best with individuals, teens, couples, and families who prefer a hands-on and action-oriented psychotherapy approach to promote change. I use cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, person-centered, RRT, and family systems techniques. I work 100% virtually serving patients in Georgia and California.
(770) 285-1909 View (770) 285-1909
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Counseling Services of Atlanta
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30064
We treat: Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress, relationship issues, Parenting, Divorce, Couples, Mood Disorders, Childhood abuse, Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Loneliness, Grief, Eating disorders, Addiction (all forms), ADHD/ADD, Women's Issues, LGBT Issues, Men's Issues,Teen Issues, Bipolar, Play therapy/social skills for ages 3 and up, and Life coaching.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, and family therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Vinings, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
We treat: Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress, relationship issues, Parenting, Divorce, Couples, Mood Disorders, Childhood abuse, Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Loneliness, Grief, Eating disorders, Addiction (all forms), ADHD/ADD, Women's Issues, LGBT Issues, Men's Issues,Teen Issues, Bipolar, Play therapy/social skills for ages 3 and up, and Life coaching.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, and family therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Vinings, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
(678) 394-3719 View (678) 394-3719
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Dr. Jose Fidias Franco V.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, PsyD, LPC, LMHC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Augusta, GA 30909
was initially trained as a Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist and Counseling Psychology, he also practices Neurofeedback to help you with neurophysiological difficulties such as ADHD, ADD, PTSD, TBI, Panic, Stress Disorders, OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Traumatic Brain Injury, and other psychological, emotional, and brain problems.
As a solution-focused practitioners, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and leave a life that is worth celebrating. We can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you are looking for counseling approaches and techniques such as clinical hypnosis, mind-body interventions, and neurotherapy when talk therapy has not worked for you, we can provide those services and give you the extra support and guidance to help you move in a new direction in your life.
was initially trained as a Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist and Counseling Psychology, he also practices Neurofeedback to help you with neurophysiological difficulties such as ADHD, ADD, PTSD, TBI, Panic, Stress Disorders, OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Traumatic Brain Injury, and other psychological, emotional, and brain problems.
As a solution-focused practitioners, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and leave a life that is worth celebrating. We can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you are looking for counseling approaches and techniques such as clinical hypnosis, mind-body interventions, and neurotherapy when talk therapy has not worked for you, we can provide those services and give you the extra support and guidance to help you move in a new direction in your life.
(888) 509-9040 View (888) 509-9040
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.