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InStride Health
Psychologist, ABPP, PhD
Verified Verified
East Providence, RI 02914  (Online Only)
InStride Health treats all severity levels for anxiety and OCD, with particular focus on those with moderate to severe conditions where anxiety and/or OCD are interfering with functioning and causing a cascade of additional problems (e.
InStride Health is a specialty pediatric anxiety and OCD treatment provider.
InStride Health treats all severity levels for anxiety and OCD, with particular focus on those with moderate to severe conditions where anxiety and/or OCD are interfering with functioning and causing a cascade of additional problems (e.
InStride Health is a specialty pediatric anxiety and OCD treatment provider.
(401) 420-7452 View (401) 420-7452
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Kenzi DeFaria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bristol, RI 02809  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in both RI and MA. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults with Autism and anxiety disorders, including OCD, phobias, and selective mutism, to learn the tools necessary to help them feel comfortable and confident in themselves. Most of my client's goals include learning to cope with fears and obsessive/intrusive thoughts, developing positive communication skills, and increasing self-esteem, confidence, and compassion for themselves. I utilize exposure therapy, ERP (exposure and response prevention), CBT, and ACT.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in both RI and MA. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults with Autism and anxiety disorders, including OCD, phobias, and selective mutism, to learn the tools necessary to help them feel comfortable and confident in themselves. Most of my client's goals include learning to cope with fears and obsessive/intrusive thoughts, developing positive communication skills, and increasing self-esteem, confidence, and compassion for themselves. I utilize exposure therapy, ERP (exposure and response prevention), CBT, and ACT.
(401) 386-4513 View (401) 386-4513
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New England Center for Anxiety
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Westerly, RI 02891
The New England Center for Anxiety offers cognitive-behavioral treatment for anxiety and related disorders including, but not limited to, generalized anxiety, panic, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and social anxiety.
Congratulations on taking the first step in learning to manage your anxiety! The New England Center for Anxiety provides research-supported cognitive-behavioral interventions to help individuals to learn critically important coping skills useful in combating fear, anxiety, and worry.
The New England Center for Anxiety offers cognitive-behavioral treatment for anxiety and related disorders including, but not limited to, generalized anxiety, panic, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and social anxiety.
Congratulations on taking the first step in learning to manage your anxiety! The New England Center for Anxiety provides research-supported cognitive-behavioral interventions to help individuals to learn critically important coping skills useful in combating fear, anxiety, and worry.
(401) 596-2302 View (401) 596-2302
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Dr. Holly Schiff
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
North Kingstown, RI 02852  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Has your child failed to connect with other mental health providers? I am a licensed clinical psychologist with an exclusive focus on children, adolescents, young adults and their families. I excel at developing a rapport with this age group which lays the groundwork for a positive therapeutic relationship. Treatment specialties include anxiety, depression, stress, underachievement, relationships, school refusal, divorce, OCD, suicidal ideation/self-harm, Autism, Eating Disorders, bullying, and grief/loss.
Has your child failed to connect with other mental health providers? I am a licensed clinical psychologist with an exclusive focus on children, adolescents, young adults and their families. I excel at developing a rapport with this age group which lays the groundwork for a positive therapeutic relationship. Treatment specialties include anxiety, depression, stress, underachievement, relationships, school refusal, divorce, OCD, suicidal ideation/self-harm, Autism, Eating Disorders, bullying, and grief/loss.
(475) 897-5296 View (475) 897-5296
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Rita Margaret Mahon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Tiverton, RI 02878  (Online Only)
I work with individuals with varied behavioral health concerns and help them build resilience through skill building and developing a better understanding of their personal context and life narrative. I've trained extensively in the treatment of trauma. I am EMDR certified. I am always continuing my education and understanding of the best treatment modalities. I enjoy teaching Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skill building and have seen some amazing life changes for individuals serious about using these skills to manage their behavioral health effectively.
I work with individuals with varied behavioral health concerns and help them build resilience through skill building and developing a better understanding of their personal context and life narrative. I've trained extensively in the treatment of trauma. I am EMDR certified. I am always continuing my education and understanding of the best treatment modalities. I enjoy teaching Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skill building and have seen some amazing life changes for individuals serious about using these skills to manage their behavioral health effectively.
(401) 264-8195 View (401) 264-8195
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William J D'Amico Jr.
Psychologist, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Warwick, RI 02886
I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 40 years of experience offering evaluations and treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. At the present time, I am working with the office of Alexander Scagnelli, MD PC who prescribes medication management along with his Nurse Practitioners. I am providing psychological testing, which includes a clinical interview, remote testing, following up with a results visit. We test for ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic disorders and a variety of other diagnoses. At the result visit, I would make recommendations based on your test results. Our office has availability within one week.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 40 years of experience offering evaluations and treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. At the present time, I am working with the office of Alexander Scagnelli, MD PC who prescribes medication management along with his Nurse Practitioners. I am providing psychological testing, which includes a clinical interview, remote testing, following up with a results visit. We test for ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic disorders and a variety of other diagnoses. At the result visit, I would make recommendations based on your test results. Our office has availability within one week.
(401) 307-4693 x19 View (401) 307-4693 x19
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Cece Goldszer Rubin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906  (Online Only)
I offer a safe and confidential space where you can begin or continue your journey to wellness, empowerment, self-acceptance and peace of mind. You will have access to proven therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT and the innovative Lifebook Technique that I developed over 25 years in practice. Lifebook facilitates and enhances negotiation skills for achieving reciprocal relationships through proactive communication, self-advocacy, emotional regulation and empowerment. Experiencing positive outcomes, a safe and nurturing internal dialogue replaces self doubt while experiencing internal validation independent of external validation
I offer a safe and confidential space where you can begin or continue your journey to wellness, empowerment, self-acceptance and peace of mind. You will have access to proven therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT and the innovative Lifebook Technique that I developed over 25 years in practice. Lifebook facilitates and enhances negotiation skills for achieving reciprocal relationships through proactive communication, self-advocacy, emotional regulation and empowerment. Experiencing positive outcomes, a safe and nurturing internal dialogue replaces self doubt while experiencing internal validation independent of external validation
(802) 327-7943 View (802) 327-7943
Photo of Danny Seliger, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in Rhode Island
Danny Seliger
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC, LCDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02903
Primary Therapist Danny Seliger studied at Rhode Island College where he graduated cum laude with a double major in psychology and chemical dependency/addiction studies. Danny is a person in long term recovery and has worked as a substance use clinician at many different levels of care including outpatient, residential, and in an acute psychiatric hospital. Danny’s experience in all these settings has given him a unique skill set in which he is able to treat a variety of substance use and co-occurring issues.
Primary Therapist Danny Seliger studied at Rhode Island College where he graduated cum laude with a double major in psychology and chemical dependency/addiction studies. Danny is a person in long term recovery and has worked as a substance use clinician at many different levels of care including outpatient, residential, and in an acute psychiatric hospital. Danny’s experience in all these settings has given him a unique skill set in which he is able to treat a variety of substance use and co-occurring issues.
(401) 592-5733 View (401) 592-5733
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Nicole Allen
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CCATP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrington, RI 02806  (Online Only)
Have you been feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Are you tired of not feeling your best? Are your negative thoughts undermining your happiness? You want a therapist who is compassionate, empathic, skilled, and takes the time to understand you, right? Well, you found her! I'm Nicole Allen, LMHC, owner and therapist at Anchor Counseling Services, LLC. I’d love to join you on your journey to stability. I am passionate about my work as a therapist and want nothing more than to see my clients live their best life.
Have you been feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Are you tired of not feeling your best? Are your negative thoughts undermining your happiness? You want a therapist who is compassionate, empathic, skilled, and takes the time to understand you, right? Well, you found her! I'm Nicole Allen, LMHC, owner and therapist at Anchor Counseling Services, LLC. I’d love to join you on your journey to stability. I am passionate about my work as a therapist and want nothing more than to see my clients live their best life.
(413) 324-5027 View (413) 324-5027
Photo of Giulia Jaramillo, Marriage & Family Therapist in Rhode Island
Giulia Jaramillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSLMFT, Author
Verified Verified
Westerly, RI 02891
I am certified to work with individuals starting at age 16, as well as couples and families. I have experience in working with clients who struggle with trauma (PTSD), anxiety, panic, ADHD (all types), depression, physical disabilities, and navigating the ADA legal system. I have over a decade of experience working with military families, legal issues, criminal issues, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy.
I am certified to work with individuals starting at age 16, as well as couples and families. I have experience in working with clients who struggle with trauma (PTSD), anxiety, panic, ADHD (all types), depression, physical disabilities, and navigating the ADA legal system. I have over a decade of experience working with military families, legal issues, criminal issues, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy.
(860) 786-4752 View (860) 786-4752
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Daniel Salvatore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
Westerly, RI 02891
I believe everyone has a story to tell and share how their experiences have shaped them into who they are today. My approach to treatment is empowering the people I work with to voice who they are and what their strengths and struggles may be. I like to use a strength based approach when working with individuals, families and groups while helping them develop their own treatment goals which are meaningful and real to them. I welcome the opportunity to work with you and allow you to share your journey and personalized goals for therapy.
I believe everyone has a story to tell and share how their experiences have shaped them into who they are today. My approach to treatment is empowering the people I work with to voice who they are and what their strengths and struggles may be. I like to use a strength based approach when working with individuals, families and groups while helping them develop their own treatment goals which are meaningful and real to them. I welcome the opportunity to work with you and allow you to share your journey and personalized goals for therapy.
(860) 756-5241 View (860) 756-5241
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Mind Body Rise
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLC
Verified Verified
Westerly, RI 02891
Mind Body Rise is a Connecticut-based behavioral health practice supporting adults, adolescents and children through proven psychotherapeutic treatments. We provide a holistic approach to mental health care to support our clients while focusing on creating a better quality of life for the future. We are a supportive, safe community that focuses on individualized care through multiple therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, mindfulness and much more.
Mind Body Rise is a Connecticut-based behavioral health practice supporting adults, adolescents and children through proven psychotherapeutic treatments. We provide a holistic approach to mental health care to support our clients while focusing on creating a better quality of life for the future. We are a supportive, safe community that focuses on individualized care through multiple therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, mindfulness and much more.
(860) 792-5049 View (860) 792-5049
Photo of Nancy Ferrero, Marriage & Family Therapist in Rhode Island
Nancy Ferrero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Westerly, RI 02891
Not accepting new clients
The decision to enter a therapeutic relationship can be an intimidating one. I attempt to alleviate any anxieties you may have about taking this step and work toward gaining a clear understanding of what your goals are. You are the "expert" on your life. I will offer a collaborative voice to facilitate your own growth process. Whether faced with repeating negative patterns, a difficult life transition, or feeling overwhelmed by life's responsibilities and challenges, I will meet you where you are at. Together, we will discuss areas of your life where you feel confident, as well as those which need attention and fine-tuning.
The decision to enter a therapeutic relationship can be an intimidating one. I attempt to alleviate any anxieties you may have about taking this step and work toward gaining a clear understanding of what your goals are. You are the "expert" on your life. I will offer a collaborative voice to facilitate your own growth process. Whether faced with repeating negative patterns, a difficult life transition, or feeling overwhelmed by life's responsibilities and challenges, I will meet you where you are at. Together, we will discuss areas of your life where you feel confident, as well as those which need attention and fine-tuning.
(860) 709-9937 View (860) 709-9937
Photo of Jessica Wolke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Rhode Island
Jessica Wolke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Westerly, RI 02891
Not accepting new clients
My work combines humor with compassion and empathy for all people. I believe that with challenges come gifts. One of the reasons we feel out of balance, tired, anxious or sad is because we tend to look outside of ourselves for happiness Wanting other people to change, wanting the world to be different, not liking what is happening-all of these things are out of our control. When we figure out what we can control (self) we can experience internal peace and calmness; When we trust the process, life begins to flow.
My work combines humor with compassion and empathy for all people. I believe that with challenges come gifts. One of the reasons we feel out of balance, tired, anxious or sad is because we tend to look outside of ourselves for happiness Wanting other people to change, wanting the world to be different, not liking what is happening-all of these things are out of our control. When we figure out what we can control (self) we can experience internal peace and calmness; When we trust the process, life begins to flow.
(401) 596-2475 View (401) 596-2475
Photo of Gerry Corneau, Counselor in Rhode Island
Gerry Corneau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cranston, RI 02905
Not accepting new clients
I am a therapist with many years of experience in healing people's hearts' minds, and spirit's. All of the children and adults that I work with are met by a safe, gentle, and non-judgmental listener who will help find the place of healing that I believe exists in all human beings.
I am a therapist with many years of experience in healing people's hearts' minds, and spirit's. All of the children and adults that I work with are met by a safe, gentle, and non-judgmental listener who will help find the place of healing that I believe exists in all human beings.
(401) 680-9138 View (401) 680-9138

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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.