Photo of Denise Gaertner, Counselor in New Hampshire
Denise Gaertner
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104
I offer individual therapy to older adolescents and adults in a small private practice setting which allows me to personalize my service to you. I specialize in working with those who have problems as a result of having suffered trauma at some time in their lives, whether during childhood or more recently. I am able to offer help regulating difficult emotions, such as depression, anxiety and anger. I can also work with you to strengthen your sense of self-worth and relationships with others. I most enjoy helping people gain greater self-knowledge for a more fulfilling life.
I offer individual therapy to older adolescents and adults in a small private practice setting which allows me to personalize my service to you. I specialize in working with those who have problems as a result of having suffered trauma at some time in their lives, whether during childhood or more recently. I am able to offer help regulating difficult emotions, such as depression, anxiety and anger. I can also work with you to strengthen your sense of self-worth and relationships with others. I most enjoy helping people gain greater self-knowledge for a more fulfilling life.
(603) 685-3705 View (603) 685-3705
Photo of Justine Fahey, Counselor in New Hampshire
Justine Fahey
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Hanover, NH 03755
Justine Fahey is a licensed clinical mental health counselor. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and partnership between counselor and client. She partners with clients to help navigate a wide range of life concerns and works together to develop coping strategies and shift non-productive thought processes. Justine's theoretical orientation draws from several approaches including person-centered, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), mindfulness and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Additionally, Justine draws from twenty years experience as a yoga instructor to increase clients' mind-body awareness.
Justine Fahey is a licensed clinical mental health counselor. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and partnership between counselor and client. She partners with clients to help navigate a wide range of life concerns and works together to develop coping strategies and shift non-productive thought processes. Justine's theoretical orientation draws from several approaches including person-centered, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), mindfulness and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Additionally, Justine draws from twenty years experience as a yoga instructor to increase clients' mind-body awareness.
(603) 865-1321 View (603) 865-1321
Photo of Shawn Teal, Counselor in New Hampshire
Shawn Teal
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Dover, NH 03820
As a cognitive behavioral therapist with over 25 years experience in the mental health field, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
As a cognitive behavioral therapist with over 25 years experience in the mental health field, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
(978) 716-2989 View (978) 716-2989
Photo of Eileen Ross, Counselor in New Hampshire
Eileen Ross
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Candia, NH 03034  (Online Only)
The goal of psychotherapy is to facilitate positive change. Clients seek better emotional and social functioning. They want to improve their feelings of satisfaction and the overall quality of their lives. Psychotherapy helps clients live happier, healthier, and more productive lives. I use the Client Centered approach as the foundation of therapy, which uses compassion, empathy, expertise, respect for autonomy, acceptance, confidentiality, genuineness, congruence, and unconditional positive regard as its base.
The goal of psychotherapy is to facilitate positive change. Clients seek better emotional and social functioning. They want to improve their feelings of satisfaction and the overall quality of their lives. Psychotherapy helps clients live happier, healthier, and more productive lives. I use the Client Centered approach as the foundation of therapy, which uses compassion, empathy, expertise, respect for autonomy, acceptance, confidentiality, genuineness, congruence, and unconditional positive regard as its base.
(603) 483-5105 View (603) 483-5105
Photo of Novus Vita Counseling, PLLC, Psychologist in New Hampshire
Novus Vita Counseling, PLLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104
Our mission is to offer an Integrated Approach to Mental Health, and our treatment team is varied in their ability to provide clinical advice, support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. Our treatment team works with clients to find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Blending conventional and alternative approaches, we draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. We will work with clients to help them build on their strengths in order to identify and achieve life goals.
Our mission is to offer an Integrated Approach to Mental Health, and our treatment team is varied in their ability to provide clinical advice, support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. Our treatment team works with clients to find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Blending conventional and alternative approaches, we draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. We will work with clients to help them build on their strengths in order to identify and achieve life goals.
(603) 952-3092 View (603) 952-3092
Photo of Thomas J. Cormican, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New Hampshire
Thomas J. Cormican
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Rochester, NH 03839
Let me start off by saying that I am not a big fan of this picture. This being said, therapy is not magic, but people helping clients to regain perspective so they can either tap into their strengths again, or learn new skills to enhance their lives. I have been able to support people in accomplishing this for quite a long time now and fully believe my work is simply changing things up enough so you can see your strength and then put it back into action
Let me start off by saying that I am not a big fan of this picture. This being said, therapy is not magic, but people helping clients to regain perspective so they can either tap into their strengths again, or learn new skills to enhance their lives. I have been able to support people in accomplishing this for quite a long time now and fully believe my work is simply changing things up enough so you can see your strength and then put it back into action
(603) 709-4315 View (603) 709-4315
Photo of Linda J Cooke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New Hampshire
Linda J Cooke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801  (Online Only)
I have the skills, talents and sensitivities to work well with people who are 18 and older. I love working with elders too! I have many years of experience in treating individuals with eating issues, body image dissatisfaction,anxiety, depression, PTSD, personal unhappiness or relationship difficulties. If you have a teen younger than 18 with an eating disorder I work best teaching parents the skills to help their kids recover from their eating disorder.
I have the skills, talents and sensitivities to work well with people who are 18 and older. I love working with elders too! I have many years of experience in treating individuals with eating issues, body image dissatisfaction,anxiety, depression, PTSD, personal unhappiness or relationship difficulties. If you have a teen younger than 18 with an eating disorder I work best teaching parents the skills to help their kids recover from their eating disorder.
(207) 358-4675 View (207) 358-4675
Photo of Victor Stephen Piro, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New Hampshire
Victor Stephen Piro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Not accepting new clients
I have been a practicing psychotherapist in Portsmouth for 25 years, specializing in depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I have also successfully helped clients struggling with trauma, OCD, anger management, prolonged grief, parenting issues, and Bi-polar Disorder. I emphasize a collaborative effort with clients and believe therapy is only successful when there is a positive relationship between the client and the clinician. I have worked with numerous clients who have needed medication at some point in their treatment. I do not rush to recommend medication, but I do work closely PCP's or psychiatrists if medication is necessary.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist in Portsmouth for 25 years, specializing in depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I have also successfully helped clients struggling with trauma, OCD, anger management, prolonged grief, parenting issues, and Bi-polar Disorder. I emphasize a collaborative effort with clients and believe therapy is only successful when there is a positive relationship between the client and the clinician. I have worked with numerous clients who have needed medication at some point in their treatment. I do not rush to recommend medication, but I do work closely PCP's or psychiatrists if medication is necessary.
(603) 326-6958 View (603) 326-6958
Photo of Monica A Nicoll, Counselor in New Hampshire
Monica A Nicoll
Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Verified Verified
North Conway, NH 03860
Not accepting new clients
At the Resilience Counseling & Training Center (RCTC), I assist you in enhancing your resilience quotient, RQ, and to build your personal, marital and family resilience enabling the realization of a happier and more fulfilling personal, professional, marital, and/or family life. I provide a variety of resilience focused services including: Counseling & Therapy (Individual, Marital, Family), Parent Education/Parent Coaching, and Relationship Enhancement Workshops.
At the Resilience Counseling & Training Center (RCTC), I assist you in enhancing your resilience quotient, RQ, and to build your personal, marital and family resilience enabling the realization of a happier and more fulfilling personal, professional, marital, and/or family life. I provide a variety of resilience focused services including: Counseling & Therapy (Individual, Marital, Family), Parent Education/Parent Coaching, and Relationship Enhancement Workshops.
(603) 931-3429 View (603) 931-3429

See more therapy options for New Hampshire

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.