Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Murrysville, PA
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in treating individuals with symptoms related to perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, grief, ADHD, and depression.
Using a client-centered framework, we will collaborate on an integrated approach that works best for you. Evidence-based modalities I use in the treatment process include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-focused therapy (SFT).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in treating individuals with symptoms related to perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, grief, ADHD, and depression.
Using a client-centered framework, we will collaborate on an integrated approach that works best for you. Evidence-based modalities I use in the treatment process include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-focused therapy (SFT).
With 10 years of experience specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders, I bring expertise in clinical practice and education.
As a therapist and trainer, I prioritize comprehensive evaluations, empowerment through education, humor, and the cultivation of a strong rapport to unearth the essence of who you are. Rejecting a one-size-fits-all approach, I am dedicated to helping you reclaim power and control from OCD and anxiety, by utilizing a mix of evidence-based modalities.
With 10 years of experience specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders, I bring expertise in clinical practice and education.
As a therapist and trainer, I prioritize comprehensive evaluations, empowerment through education, humor, and the cultivation of a strong rapport to unearth the essence of who you are. Rejecting a one-size-fits-all approach, I am dedicated to helping you reclaim power and control from OCD and anxiety, by utilizing a mix of evidence-based modalities.
Are you feeling lost in your own life? Have you been feeling stressed, worried, anxious, or depressed? Are you in the midst of life challenges and feel unequipped to cope? Have you been hesitant to try counseling and are unsure of what to expect? I would love the opportunity to meet with you and help you discover your strengths and cultivate inner peace. With great care and a gentle approach, I mindfully work to create a safe space and develop meaningful therapeutic relationships with my clients. Let's start the journey together on the path to wellness and a healthier, whole, version of you!
Are you feeling lost in your own life? Have you been feeling stressed, worried, anxious, or depressed? Are you in the midst of life challenges and feel unequipped to cope? Have you been hesitant to try counseling and are unsure of what to expect? I would love the opportunity to meet with you and help you discover your strengths and cultivate inner peace. With great care and a gentle approach, I mindfully work to create a safe space and develop meaningful therapeutic relationships with my clients. Let's start the journey together on the path to wellness and a healthier, whole, version of you!
Are you wanting to feel more centered, motivated, and creative in meeting life's challenges? Have you felt disconnected from your self and displeased with your life? If so, you could benefit from a supportive dynamic collaborative therapeutic relationship. My 20+ years of clinical experience can help you identify your truth, compassionately accept yourself and your circumstances, and explore more satisfying ways to respond to life's challenges. Your active participation will include experiential exercises to enhance your awareness of the connection between your mind, body, and spirit. We will also connect how this self-discovery impacts your interpersonal style.
Are you wanting to feel more centered, motivated, and creative in meeting life's challenges? Have you felt disconnected from your self and displeased with your life? If so, you could benefit from a supportive dynamic collaborative therapeutic relationship. My 20+ years of clinical experience can help you identify your truth, compassionately accept yourself and your circumstances, and explore more satisfying ways to respond to life's challenges. Your active participation will include experiential exercises to enhance your awareness of the connection between your mind, body, and spirit. We will also connect how this self-discovery impacts your interpersonal style.
Embarking on the journey to understand your story takes immense courage. Whether it's filled with emotional struggles, past trauma, or the weight of anxiety about what lies ahead, I want you to know you're not alone in this. Together, we can begin to rewrite your narrative with compassion and clarity. My goal is to help you feel comfortable in your own skin and support you in uncovering your true, authentic self.
I invite you to explore the unspoken - no topic is off limits. Together, we can make sense of what feels difficult to carry alone, untangle patterns that no longer serve you, and create room for new perspectives.
Embarking on the journey to understand your story takes immense courage. Whether it's filled with emotional struggles, past trauma, or the weight of anxiety about what lies ahead, I want you to know you're not alone in this. Together, we can begin to rewrite your narrative with compassion and clarity. My goal is to help you feel comfortable in your own skin and support you in uncovering your true, authentic self.
I invite you to explore the unspoken - no topic is off limits. Together, we can make sense of what feels difficult to carry alone, untangle patterns that no longer serve you, and create room for new perspectives.
Jenny Wylie Carlin specializes in helping individuals navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, alcohol use, and recovery-related challenges through a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and trauma-informed approach. She understands that substance use is often deeply connected to underlying emotional pain, genetics, stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, and life experiences — not simply a lack of willpower. Jenny works collaboratively with clients to explore patterns, build insight, strengthen coping skills, and support meaningful, sustainable change at a pace that feels safe and realistic for each individual.
Jenny Wylie Carlin specializes in helping individuals navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, alcohol use, and recovery-related challenges through a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and trauma-informed approach. She understands that substance use is often deeply connected to underlying emotional pain, genetics, stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, and life experiences — not simply a lack of willpower. Jenny works collaboratively with clients to explore patterns, build insight, strengthen coping skills, and support meaningful, sustainable change at a pace that feels safe and realistic for each individual.
I have opened a second office location in Greensburg and Murrysville! Call me for free 15 minute consultation to determine if I am the right therapist for you.
I am accepting new clients at Greensburg office and Murrysville. I am a authentic person in therapy with you. I am along with you to work on anxiety, depression and life transitions such as divorce, illness, grief and empty-nesting as adult children leave home. Common Issues addressed in therapy: Creating healthy boundaries with relationships while maintaining connection, communication and conflict, and healing from toxic relationships.
I have opened a second office location in Greensburg and Murrysville! Call me for free 15 minute consultation to determine if I am the right therapist for you.
I am accepting new clients at Greensburg office and Murrysville. I am a authentic person in therapy with you. I am along with you to work on anxiety, depression and life transitions such as divorce, illness, grief and empty-nesting as adult children leave home. Common Issues addressed in therapy: Creating healthy boundaries with relationships while maintaining connection, communication and conflict, and healing from toxic relationships.
Melissa DeSoto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
1 Endorsed
Murrysville, PA 15668
Waitlist for new clients
I work with folks navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, perinatal challenges, grief, and relationship stress.
Hi there, I’m so glad you’re here. With over 10 years of experience in the social work field, including work in domestic violence and community mental health, I’m passionate about holding space for healing, reflection, and growth. I support teens, adults, and families through life’s toughest moments with a compassionate, down-to-earth approach. Whether you're navigating a big transition or just need someone to talk to, I'm here. Sessions are available both in person and via telehealth.
I work with folks navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, perinatal challenges, grief, and relationship stress.
Hi there, I’m so glad you’re here. With over 10 years of experience in the social work field, including work in domestic violence and community mental health, I’m passionate about holding space for healing, reflection, and growth. I support teens, adults, and families through life’s toughest moments with a compassionate, down-to-earth approach. Whether you're navigating a big transition or just need someone to talk to, I'm here. Sessions are available both in person and via telehealth.
We put the "We" in Wellness for you are never on your own through your journey to recovery. Let us help you by providing treatment that will be life changing. . . .
We put the "We" in Wellness for you are never on your own through your journey to recovery. Let us help you by providing treatment that will be life changing. . . .
The decision to seek help from a mental health professional is not an easy one. If you've never been in therapy before, you likely have no idea what to expect, and you may worry that you'll be judged, criticized, or labeled as "crazy." If you have been to therapy before, the thought of "starting all over" with someone new can also be overwhelming, especially if your previous experiences haven't been very helpful. Whether you're a therapy veteran or a newbie, I believe I can help.
The decision to seek help from a mental health professional is not an easy one. If you've never been in therapy before, you likely have no idea what to expect, and you may worry that you'll be judged, criticized, or labeled as "crazy." If you have been to therapy before, the thought of "starting all over" with someone new can also be overwhelming, especially if your previous experiences haven't been very helpful. Whether you're a therapy veteran or a newbie, I believe I can help.
Using a mindfulness-based cognitive approach, I help people deal with self-concept, self-esteem, identity formation and develop the ability to make conscious choices. I deal with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, and depression. I have been successful with my own full impact mindfulness technique in dealing with disassociation and psychosis, PTSD and trauma.
Using a mindfulness-based cognitive approach, I help people deal with self-concept, self-esteem, identity formation and develop the ability to make conscious choices. I deal with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, and depression. I have been successful with my own full impact mindfulness technique in dealing with disassociation and psychosis, PTSD and trauma.
Feeling stuck, isolated, or even that no one else can understand? Maybe you're struggling with your identity in various roles? These can all be normal struggles that most of us experience but don't always know how to solve or feel better about. When we experience these situations, we can see symptoms of depression, anxiety, increased conflict or anger, decreased mood, or other various disruptions across your life.
Feeling stuck, isolated, or even that no one else can understand? Maybe you're struggling with your identity in various roles? These can all be normal struggles that most of us experience but don't always know how to solve or feel better about. When we experience these situations, we can see symptoms of depression, anxiety, increased conflict or anger, decreased mood, or other various disruptions across your life.
Are you “stuck”—either on something that’s changed in your life, in the world around us, or just in general? Maybe something just feels strange or "off". Change is intimidating, even when we take it one step at a time, and often we can’t see the full picture without stepping away for a wider view. Sometimes, you just need another perspective - one that's neutral and doesn't "take sides." Your situation, just like you, is unique, and I can help you through it. I’m here to honor your struggle and help you build on the skills you have. I can help you respect or heal past decisions and help you to define new ones.
Are you “stuck”—either on something that’s changed in your life, in the world around us, or just in general? Maybe something just feels strange or "off". Change is intimidating, even when we take it one step at a time, and often we can’t see the full picture without stepping away for a wider view. Sometimes, you just need another perspective - one that's neutral and doesn't "take sides." Your situation, just like you, is unique, and I can help you through it. I’m here to honor your struggle and help you build on the skills you have. I can help you respect or heal past decisions and help you to define new ones.
As we journey through life we all experience challenges. As a counselor, i aim to provide a safe, non judgmental, supportive setting to allow people to work through life's difficulties. Whether you face emotional challenges, physical challenges or both, through the use of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness, you will gain the tools necessary to improve your life and grow as an individual no matter what life throws at you.
As we journey through life we all experience challenges. As a counselor, i aim to provide a safe, non judgmental, supportive setting to allow people to work through life's difficulties. Whether you face emotional challenges, physical challenges or both, through the use of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness, you will gain the tools necessary to improve your life and grow as an individual no matter what life throws at you.
Hello! I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS) who has worked in the field of behavioral and mental health for almost ten years. My primary approach to services is applied behavior analysis. I am a believer in treating the whole person and sometimes that includes the modalities of play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness. I like to spend my free time playing with my son, going on dates with my husband, and am an avid animal lover who has three dogs and six cats. I think behavior change is one of the coolest endeavors! I can't wait to work with you!
Hello! I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS) who has worked in the field of behavioral and mental health for almost ten years. My primary approach to services is applied behavior analysis. I am a believer in treating the whole person and sometimes that includes the modalities of play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness. I like to spend my free time playing with my son, going on dates with my husband, and am an avid animal lover who has three dogs and six cats. I think behavior change is one of the coolest endeavors! I can't wait to work with you!
Whether you are experiencing behavioral, developmental, social, and/or emotional concerns with your child, please don't hesitate to reach out to me with questions. I want to work with you to help navigate and listen to your child’s needs and create successful outcomes. I am devoted to help support and advocate for families, teachers, and caregivers to effectively manage challenging behaviors by showing compassion and respect across all settings. My passion is to help create hope for parents and their children as well as provide guidance.
Whether you are experiencing behavioral, developmental, social, and/or emotional concerns with your child, please don't hesitate to reach out to me with questions. I want to work with you to help navigate and listen to your child’s needs and create successful outcomes. I am devoted to help support and advocate for families, teachers, and caregivers to effectively manage challenging behaviors by showing compassion and respect across all settings. My passion is to help create hope for parents and their children as well as provide guidance.
As a licensed clinical social worker with more than 40 years experience of working with families and individuals of all ages, I find that the most effective approach is one that is strengths-based with a strong emphasis on helping clients solve the problems that bring them to me for therapy and also on helping them develop powerful resiliency characteristics that allow for future problem-solving, conflict resolution, goal-attainment, wellness, and life satisfaction. My ideal client is one who likes to learn. Trauma survivors, in particular, do well with this approach.
As a licensed clinical social worker with more than 40 years experience of working with families and individuals of all ages, I find that the most effective approach is one that is strengths-based with a strong emphasis on helping clients solve the problems that bring them to me for therapy and also on helping them develop powerful resiliency characteristics that allow for future problem-solving, conflict resolution, goal-attainment, wellness, and life satisfaction. My ideal client is one who likes to learn. Trauma survivors, in particular, do well with this approach.
The constant pressures of life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and anxious about the future. When daily stress piles on top of deep-rooted pain it’s easy to feel worn down. Carrying it alone can become too much, yet reaching out for support can feel hard. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you’re a therapy veteran, I strive to help you connect with your own unique story and authentic voice. My aim is to have you feel deeply seen and heard as the individual that you are.
The constant pressures of life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and anxious about the future. When daily stress piles on top of deep-rooted pain it’s easy to feel worn down. Carrying it alone can become too much, yet reaching out for support can feel hard. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you’re a therapy veteran, I strive to help you connect with your own unique story and authentic voice. My aim is to have you feel deeply seen and heard as the individual that you are.
Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling, as well as intensive group therapy when desired. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling, as well as intensive group therapy when desired. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults seeking therapeutic treatment and psychological evaluations. The goal of treatment is to assist the individual in actualizing their potential through a strengths-based approach to cognitive behavioral techniques. It's important that each person understands their worth and utilizes the tools learned in therapy in their daily lives. In addition to individual therapy, I am also able to offer diagnostic evaluations and psychological testing as a means to understand complex issues and formulate the most appropriate treatment plan for each individual.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults seeking therapeutic treatment and psychological evaluations. The goal of treatment is to assist the individual in actualizing their potential through a strengths-based approach to cognitive behavioral techniques. It's important that each person understands their worth and utilizes the tools learned in therapy in their daily lives. In addition to individual therapy, I am also able to offer diagnostic evaluations and psychological testing as a means to understand complex issues and formulate the most appropriate treatment plan for each individual.
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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.