Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in New Kent, VA

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JPCounseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Kent, VA 23124
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My experience includes treating mood and anxiety disorders, such as depression, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, and PTSD in adults and adolescents. I also work with gay/lesbian/ bisexual/ and transgendered clients. I work with people to improve their self-esteem, self-confidence, handle anger issues and relationships. My goal is to empower individuals to take control of their lives. I believe people have the ability to heal themselves and talking with someone can make a difference.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My experience includes treating mood and anxiety disorders, such as depression, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, and PTSD in adults and adolescents. I also work with gay/lesbian/ bisexual/ and transgendered clients. I work with people to improve their self-esteem, self-confidence, handle anger issues and relationships. My goal is to empower individuals to take control of their lives. I believe people have the ability to heal themselves and talking with someone can make a difference.
(757) 655-0315 View (757) 655-0315

Online Therapists

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Christine M Vara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, MDiv
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
(804) 259-2076 View (804) 259-2076
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Briahna Van Nostern
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Briahna Van Nostern is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2016. She offers services for Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Substance Abuse. Briahna specializes in ADHD, Alcohol & Drug Use, Anxiety, Childhood behavior issues, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, PTSD/Trauma, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Outside of work, Briahna enjoys spending time outside in nature with her family and two dogs. Being half-Canadian, she especially enjoys skiing in the winter months. She also loves to spend time indoors playing video games with her friends.
Briahna Van Nostern is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2016. She offers services for Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Substance Abuse. Briahna specializes in ADHD, Alcohol & Drug Use, Anxiety, Childhood behavior issues, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, PTSD/Trauma, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Outside of work, Briahna enjoys spending time outside in nature with her family and two dogs. Being half-Canadian, she especially enjoys skiing in the winter months. She also loves to spend time indoors playing video games with her friends.
(757) 209-9100 View (757) 209-9100
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Margarita Franco Mattei
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years experience. My areas of specialization include the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders including: OCD, Panic Attacks, and Social Anxiety utilizing evidence based treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. My focus is on positive psychology and the development of coping skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years experience. My areas of specialization include the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders including: OCD, Panic Attacks, and Social Anxiety utilizing evidence based treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. My focus is on positive psychology and the development of coping skills.
(703) 349-4905 View (703) 349-4905
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Kadie Weaver
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226
Are anxiety and stress interfering in your life? I would like to help. I specialize in treating OCD (harm OCD, health OCD, relationship OCD, just right OCD, and more). I am also a trauma specialist working with all forms of trauma and PTSD. I help people resolve their past trauma, invalidation, and unhelpful teachings/thinking processes so that they can leave their baggage behind and proceed as they wish into their relationships and life goals. I also treat depression, anxiety, panic, generalized worry, rumination, relationship issues, unhealthy coping behaviors, or even just managing every day stressors.
Are anxiety and stress interfering in your life? I would like to help. I specialize in treating OCD (harm OCD, health OCD, relationship OCD, just right OCD, and more). I am also a trauma specialist working with all forms of trauma and PTSD. I help people resolve their past trauma, invalidation, and unhelpful teachings/thinking processes so that they can leave their baggage behind and proceed as they wish into their relationships and life goals. I also treat depression, anxiety, panic, generalized worry, rumination, relationship issues, unhealthy coping behaviors, or even just managing every day stressors.
(804) 409-0679 View (804) 409-0679
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Jeanne A Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902
My specialty is working with anxiety disorders to include panic attacks, PTSD, OCD, and generalized anxiety.
If you are experiencing intense anxiety, relationship issues, depression, and/or just feeling stuck, change is possible. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist opens pathways to healing and clients can discover the truth of their own inner strength and resources. I would like to help you on your journey to explore, learn, and encourage movement towards greater self-awareness, deeper peace, and achieve more meaning and joy from relationships. To achieve these goals, I believe that a customized approach in therapy is most effective in helping people make positive changes in their lives.
My specialty is working with anxiety disorders to include panic attacks, PTSD, OCD, and generalized anxiety.
If you are experiencing intense anxiety, relationship issues, depression, and/or just feeling stuck, change is possible. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist opens pathways to healing and clients can discover the truth of their own inner strength and resources. I would like to help you on your journey to explore, learn, and encourage movement towards greater self-awareness, deeper peace, and achieve more meaning and joy from relationships. To achieve these goals, I believe that a customized approach in therapy is most effective in helping people make positive changes in their lives.
(434) 607-4066 View (434) 607-4066
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Milo Harris
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
Henrico, VA 23238
I specialize in working with diverse clients with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, grief, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and who are in need of LGBTQIA+ related support.
Given the climate we find ourselves in, it can be difficult to slow down, to pause. If you feel like you struggle with accessing and processing your emotions, have difficulty with a life event or transition, want to change habits, struggle in relationships, or are uncomfortable in your body, I'm here for you. I work with individual clients ages 3 and up, adults, and couples to explore communication with self and others using mindfulness and evidence-based practices to develop holistic and lasting care. I offer telehealth in all of VA and DC, and in-person sessions are available at my office located in Henrico, VA.
I specialize in working with diverse clients with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, grief, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and who are in need of LGBTQIA+ related support.
Given the climate we find ourselves in, it can be difficult to slow down, to pause. If you feel like you struggle with accessing and processing your emotions, have difficulty with a life event or transition, want to change habits, struggle in relationships, or are uncomfortable in your body, I'm here for you. I work with individual clients ages 3 and up, adults, and couples to explore communication with self and others using mindfulness and evidence-based practices to develop holistic and lasting care. I offer telehealth in all of VA and DC, and in-person sessions are available at my office located in Henrico, VA.
(804) 494-4009 View (804) 494-4009
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Lisa Rachelle Lilenfeld
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20190  (Online Only)
I utilize a collaborative, cognitive-behavioral approach with all clients, particularly those with eating disorders or anxiety (OCD, panic, social anxiety, phobias, generalized anxiety, health anxiety), which research has shown is the most effective approach for these conditions.
I have 30 years of clinical, research and teaching experience, with particular expertise in the treatment of eating disorders and anxiety disorders. As a Clinical Psychology Professor in a doctoral training program, I have extensive experience conducting psychotherapy, teaching and training others in cognitive-behavioral therapy, as well as publishing and presenting research internationally. Professional memberships include serving as an elected Fellow of the Academy for Eating Disorders, a member of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, and a member of the Association for Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies.
I utilize a collaborative, cognitive-behavioral approach with all clients, particularly those with eating disorders or anxiety (OCD, panic, social anxiety, phobias, generalized anxiety, health anxiety), which research has shown is the most effective approach for these conditions.
I have 30 years of clinical, research and teaching experience, with particular expertise in the treatment of eating disorders and anxiety disorders. As a Clinical Psychology Professor in a doctoral training program, I have extensive experience conducting psychotherapy, teaching and training others in cognitive-behavioral therapy, as well as publishing and presenting research internationally. Professional memberships include serving as an elected Fellow of the Academy for Eating Disorders, a member of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, and a member of the Association for Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies.
(703) 791-9922 View (703) 791-9922
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Dr. Sarah Gauthier
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport News, VA 23606
Throughout our lifetime, we experience difficulties and struggles that can feel overwhelming. My clients experience low mood, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder and mood disorders; sometimes they have found ways to manage their distress through self-harming or disordered eating behaviors. These struggles also impact family life, relationships and education or work. I work in a compassionate and motivated manner to understand each individual's unique experience and to develop a therapeutic approach that enhances skills and coping. I draw from a range of approaches to create a therapeutic plan that is unique to each person.
Throughout our lifetime, we experience difficulties and struggles that can feel overwhelming. My clients experience low mood, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder and mood disorders; sometimes they have found ways to manage their distress through self-harming or disordered eating behaviors. These struggles also impact family life, relationships and education or work. I work in a compassionate and motivated manner to understand each individual's unique experience and to develop a therapeutic approach that enhances skills and coping. I draw from a range of approaches to create a therapeutic plan that is unique to each person.
(757) 350-8924 View (757) 350-8924
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Katherine (Kat) Illgen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Newport News, VA 23608  (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of Trauma, OCD, and anxiety disorders.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Have you experienced trauma? Do you find that fears, intrusive thoughts, and repetitive behaviors are stopping you from living your life? If the answer is yes to any of those, I'd like to help. Hi, I'm Katherine, and I specialize in treating PTSD and OCD using the gold standard approaches: Prolonged Exposure Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy. Both structured treatments are designed to get you specific results without needing years of therapy. If you're curious, book a free phone or video consultation or an appointment with me at www.manifestwellnesscounseling.org
I specialize in the treatment of Trauma, OCD, and anxiety disorders.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Have you experienced trauma? Do you find that fears, intrusive thoughts, and repetitive behaviors are stopping you from living your life? If the answer is yes to any of those, I'd like to help. Hi, I'm Katherine, and I specialize in treating PTSD and OCD using the gold standard approaches: Prolonged Exposure Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy. Both structured treatments are designed to get you specific results without needing years of therapy. If you're curious, book a free phone or video consultation or an appointment with me at www.manifestwellnesscounseling.org
(757) 273-8685 View (757) 273-8685
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Courtney Beyer
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, panic, OCD, relationship issues, trauma, and life and career transitions.
Are you ready to begin a journey of self growth? The journey of self growth begins with allowing ourselves to heal. No matter if your struggles come from your past or your present, I am here to help you heal from them and work towards the future you want. Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t need to face life's challenges alone. I believe that everyone deserves access to tools that allow them to live a happy and healthy life. Wherever you are in your journey of self growth, I’m happy to meet you there. Counseling is a safe space to process your emotions and work through challenges in your life.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, panic, OCD, relationship issues, trauma, and life and career transitions.
Are you ready to begin a journey of self growth? The journey of self growth begins with allowing ourselves to heal. No matter if your struggles come from your past or your present, I am here to help you heal from them and work towards the future you want. Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t need to face life's challenges alone. I believe that everyone deserves access to tools that allow them to live a happy and healthy life. Wherever you are in your journey of self growth, I’m happy to meet you there. Counseling is a safe space to process your emotions and work through challenges in your life.
(571) 901-1551 View (571) 901-1551
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Jen Viola - Viola Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR, Trauma, Anxiety, OCD, CPTSD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22203  (Online Only)
If OCD is a concern, I am trained in I-CBT -a therapy that focuses on the initial obsession and how the obsessions arise due to reasoning.
Are you a busy professional, college student, young adult, and/or parent trying to do it all? Do you feel that past or current events are causing distress in your professional, personal, and/or relational life? You know you are capable, but you feel stuck. You feel ready to work through the struggle and work towards healing to have a more hopeful and healthy future. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, feeling irritable, trouble sleeping, anger outbursts, low energy, hypervigilance, or anything else - I will come along side you on your healing journey.
If OCD is a concern, I am trained in I-CBT -a therapy that focuses on the initial obsession and how the obsessions arise due to reasoning.
Are you a busy professional, college student, young adult, and/or parent trying to do it all? Do you feel that past or current events are causing distress in your professional, personal, and/or relational life? You know you are capable, but you feel stuck. You feel ready to work through the struggle and work towards healing to have a more hopeful and healthy future. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, feeling irritable, trouble sleeping, anger outbursts, low energy, hypervigilance, or anything else - I will come along side you on your healing journey.
(540) 698-5435 View (540) 698-5435
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Dr. Amanda M McLean
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22305  (Online Only)
My treatment approach provides compassionate, effective help for the challenges you face. I offer evidenced-based solutions for helping adolescents, young adults, and adults address common issues in their lives. I am passionate about providing high quality behavioral health services to individuals. I have over 14 years of experience helping clients manage common social, emotional, and behavioral concerns. I treat an array of presenting concerns, such as depression, OCD, anxiety, mood issues, life transitions, grief, sleep concerns, parent-child conflict, and trauma.
My treatment approach provides compassionate, effective help for the challenges you face. I offer evidenced-based solutions for helping adolescents, young adults, and adults address common issues in their lives. I am passionate about providing high quality behavioral health services to individuals. I have over 14 years of experience helping clients manage common social, emotional, and behavioral concerns. I treat an array of presenting concerns, such as depression, OCD, anxiety, mood issues, life transitions, grief, sleep concerns, parent-child conflict, and trauma.
(571) 601-2687 View (571) 601-2687
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OCD & Anxiety Specialists
Resident in Counseling
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452  (Online Only)
My name is Michael Sheffield and alongside obtaining my Master's degree, I have been working in the counseling field with people for 3 years. Life is hitting you hard right now and you're stuck. Maybe you feel alone. Maybe you struggle doing what you need or want to get done. Maybe you struggle with the way your mind works. Or just maybe you feel like there's not much meaning in your life. My life and training are lent towards specializing with people experiencing anxiety and OCD. The form of therapy and methods I use are considered the gold standard for working with these challenges in a way that helps the person Take Back Control.
My name is Michael Sheffield and alongside obtaining my Master's degree, I have been working in the counseling field with people for 3 years. Life is hitting you hard right now and you're stuck. Maybe you feel alone. Maybe you struggle doing what you need or want to get done. Maybe you struggle with the way your mind works. Or just maybe you feel like there's not much meaning in your life. My life and training are lent towards specializing with people experiencing anxiety and OCD. The form of therapy and methods I use are considered the gold standard for working with these challenges in a way that helps the person Take Back Control.
(757) 210-6681 View (757) 210-6681
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Virginia Therapy & Wellness
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
We are a group of highly skilled therapists who work with adolescents, adults, couples & families who struggle with relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, OCD, self esteem, life transitions, coping skills, PTSD, chronic illness, spirituality, depression, grief, and more. We provide compassionate, holistic, culturally-sensitive care, and embrace diversity and inclusivity. Whether you're looking to develop skills, or for someone to listen and care about what you're going through, one of our therapists is bound to be a good fit. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about us. We look forward to working with you!
We are a group of highly skilled therapists who work with adolescents, adults, couples & families who struggle with relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, OCD, self esteem, life transitions, coping skills, PTSD, chronic illness, spirituality, depression, grief, and more. We provide compassionate, holistic, culturally-sensitive care, and embrace diversity and inclusivity. Whether you're looking to develop skills, or for someone to listen and care about what you're going through, one of our therapists is bound to be a good fit. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about us. We look forward to working with you!
(571) 655-3767 View (571) 655-3767
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Lauren Levine
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201
For many of us, it can seem easier to support others, yet we struggle with taking care of ourselves. We often know how to be a good friend to a loved one, while falling short on being our own friend. Therapy is a great step in practicing self-awareness and self-care. It also is a way to learn skills that can help you achieve your goals. Using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidenced-based interventions, I work with clients to relieve suffering and achieve better quality of life. I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, OCD, adjustment difficulties, and relationship concerns.
For many of us, it can seem easier to support others, yet we struggle with taking care of ourselves. We often know how to be a good friend to a loved one, while falling short on being our own friend. Therapy is a great step in practicing self-awareness and self-care. It also is a way to learn skills that can help you achieve your goals. Using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidenced-based interventions, I work with clients to relieve suffering and achieve better quality of life. I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, OCD, adjustment difficulties, and relationship concerns.
(571) 281-7994 View (571) 281-7994
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Jessenia Winstanley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209
Is life becoming too difficult, or is stress wearing you down? You are not alone. Millions of adults in the United States are affected by anxiety and depression yearly. Have you been living with OCD going without treatment? OCD can be debilitating and difficult to manage, but you do not have to live a life burdened by these problems. As a clinical psychologist, I have specialized training in evidence-based approaches such as CBT and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) to treat anxiety, depression, stress, and exposure and response prevention, a first-line treatment for OCD.
Is life becoming too difficult, or is stress wearing you down? You are not alone. Millions of adults in the United States are affected by anxiety and depression yearly. Have you been living with OCD going without treatment? OCD can be debilitating and difficult to manage, but you do not have to live a life burdened by these problems. As a clinical psychologist, I have specialized training in evidence-based approaches such as CBT and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) to treat anxiety, depression, stress, and exposure and response prevention, a first-line treatment for OCD.
(571) 339-0165 View (571) 339-0165
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Shore Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSOTP, LSAT
Verified Verified
Cape Charles, VA 23310
Other experience includes, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, life changes, LGBT, OCD, Bipolar disorders, stress management, grief, isolation and loneliness, guilt, ADHD and focus.
I am a Culturally competent Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with diverse populations providing treatment using various evidence-based, person-centered treatment modalities. I do not believe in stigmatizing or judging people, nor do I believe that people "are" their diagnosis. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is one of the most important tools of change, so I strive to create a safe space where the client feels free to be their authentic self. I have experience working with individuals, groups, couples, polyamorous, unions, and justice involved clients.
Other experience includes, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, life changes, LGBT, OCD, Bipolar disorders, stress management, grief, isolation and loneliness, guilt, ADHD and focus.
I am a Culturally competent Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with diverse populations providing treatment using various evidence-based, person-centered treatment modalities. I do not believe in stigmatizing or judging people, nor do I believe that people "are" their diagnosis. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is one of the most important tools of change, so I strive to create a safe space where the client feels free to be their authentic self. I have experience working with individuals, groups, couples, polyamorous, unions, and justice involved clients.
(757) 801-3797 View (757) 801-3797
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Erin Janovec
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
Hello! My name is Erin Janovec. I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. My approach to therapy is a humanistic and integrated approach that considers each individual's unique needs. I am certified in EMDR and trained in TF-CBT. I have worked with clients ranging from young to old with varying diagnoses. I have experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and more.
Hello! My name is Erin Janovec. I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. My approach to therapy is a humanistic and integrated approach that considers each individual's unique needs. I am certified in EMDR and trained in TF-CBT. I have worked with clients ranging from young to old with varying diagnoses. I have experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and more.
(804) 373-2360 View (804) 373-2360
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Stacy Freilich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gainesville, VA 20155
I am in private practice and provide outpatient therapy services to children, adolescents and adults. I use a Cognitive Behavioral Approach as well as a solution focused approach to treatment. I am trained and experienced in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, school refusal, family issues, addiction, PTSD, behavioral issues, impusivity, self-esteem, sucidal thoughts and self harm.
I am in private practice and provide outpatient therapy services to children, adolescents and adults. I use a Cognitive Behavioral Approach as well as a solution focused approach to treatment. I am trained and experienced in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, school refusal, family issues, addiction, PTSD, behavioral issues, impusivity, self-esteem, sucidal thoughts and self harm.
(571) 248-3959 View (571) 248-3959

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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.