Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Trafford, PA
I specialize in working with clients who have experienced pet loss/grief, substance abuse disorders, forensic populations, anxiety spectrum disorders such as agoraphobia and panic disorder, OCD, personality disorders, and trauma.
As a therapist, the most important aspect of therapy is working together to create goals for therapy and create a path for meaningful change. My approach is practical, I work from a cognitive perspective using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical therapy, exposure response prevention, and positive psychology.
I specialize in working with clients who have experienced pet loss/grief, substance abuse disorders, forensic populations, anxiety spectrum disorders such as agoraphobia and panic disorder, OCD, personality disorders, and trauma.
As a therapist, the most important aspect of therapy is working together to create goals for therapy and create a path for meaningful change. My approach is practical, I work from a cognitive perspective using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical therapy, exposure response prevention, and positive psychology.
I have a background in working with complex psychiatric conditions, OCD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, body image concerns, trauma, self worth, distorted relationships with food identity, along with school based social work experience.
My clinical focus is on working with individuals struggling with eating disorders—a population that often faces limited access to specialized care. Eating disorders are complex and frequently co-occur with trauma, OCD, anxiety, and mood disorders, requiring a nuanced, relationship-centered approach. I have devoted my practice to supporting these clients.
I have a background in working with complex psychiatric conditions, OCD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, body image concerns, trauma, self worth, distorted relationships with food identity, along with school based social work experience.
My clinical focus is on working with individuals struggling with eating disorders—a population that often faces limited access to specialized care. Eating disorders are complex and frequently co-occur with trauma, OCD, anxiety, and mood disorders, requiring a nuanced, relationship-centered approach. I have devoted my practice to supporting these clients.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. 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. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. 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. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. 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. Please 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. 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. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
I have worked with a myriad of different mental health conditions including, but not limited to, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Eating Disorders, Addictions, etc
Along with treating patients who struggle from a wide range of mental health diagnoses, I also specialize in treating those who live with Chronic Pain. I have intensively researched the effects of Chronic Pain as well as the multi-disciplinary treatment plan that is essential to patient quality of life and learning to cope with Chronic Pain Conditions.
I have worked with a myriad of different mental health conditions including, but not limited to, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Eating Disorders, Addictions, etc
Along with treating patients who struggle from a wide range of mental health diagnoses, I also specialize in treating those who live with Chronic Pain. I have intensively researched the effects of Chronic Pain as well as the multi-disciplinary treatment plan that is essential to patient quality of life and learning to cope with Chronic Pain Conditions.
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My primary focus is anxiety, depression, self esteem, phobias, fears, eating disorders, OCD symptoms, agoraphobia, Body Focused Repetitive Behavior and finding meaning to life and answer questions like, why am I here?
Hello, my name is Elizabeth DeLullo and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have over 14 years experience working with people from age 3 to 89. One of the best things about coming to therapy is the amount of courage it took for you to get here. You know what you want out of life and you know when you are not getting it. There is nothing I dislike more than to see human suffering. I have gone through my own and was determined to not let it ruin my life. Sometimes all it takes if for you to feel heard, understood, and feel validated. I'm a strong believer in Exposure Response Prevention Therapy.
My primary focus is anxiety, depression, self esteem, phobias, fears, eating disorders, OCD symptoms, agoraphobia, Body Focused Repetitive Behavior and finding meaning to life and answer questions like, why am I here?
Hello, my name is Elizabeth DeLullo and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have over 14 years experience working with people from age 3 to 89. One of the best things about coming to therapy is the amount of courage it took for you to get here. You know what you want out of life and you know when you are not getting it. There is nothing I dislike more than to see human suffering. I have gone through my own and was determined to not let it ruin my life. Sometimes all it takes if for you to feel heard, understood, and feel validated. I'm a strong believer in Exposure Response Prevention Therapy.
Do you find yourself missing out on your daily life due to intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and constant “What if’s?” Maybe you feel exhausted, at a loss, and overwhelmed from battling the intensity of what is inside your head, all while trying to keep up with the world around you. We live in a time when many people feel hopeless with what to do and who to trust. Not addressing what holds your mind captive can prevent you from experiencing the freedom and clarity you deserve. I believe there is hope for anyone seeking to improve the quality of their life.
Do you find yourself missing out on your daily life due to intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and constant “What if’s?” Maybe you feel exhausted, at a loss, and overwhelmed from battling the intensity of what is inside your head, all while trying to keep up with the world around you. We live in a time when many people feel hopeless with what to do and who to trust. Not addressing what holds your mind captive can prevent you from experiencing the freedom and clarity you deserve. I believe there is hope for anyone seeking to improve the quality of their life.
I work with clients that may be athletes/performers currently or have been in the past that struggle with OCD, anxiety and disordered eating-related disorders.
Anxiety can take over your life. My clients often feel stressed, overwhelmed, frustrated, and worried about performance. Sometimes they give up because anxiety becomes unmanageable. Other times, they struggle to set goals due to fear of failure or rejection. They may feel angry or ashamed of how they look or appear to others. These feelings are often avoided through unhealthy coping. Many seem successful behind a mask of perfectionism, but when high-stakes moments come, fear of failure can sabotage progress.
I work with clients that may be athletes/performers currently or have been in the past that struggle with OCD, anxiety and disordered eating-related disorders.
Anxiety can take over your life. My clients often feel stressed, overwhelmed, frustrated, and worried about performance. Sometimes they give up because anxiety becomes unmanageable. Other times, they struggle to set goals due to fear of failure or rejection. They may feel angry or ashamed of how they look or appear to others. These feelings are often avoided through unhealthy coping. Many seem successful behind a mask of perfectionism, but when high-stakes moments come, fear of failure can sabotage progress.
I utilize several different treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Inferential-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for OCD, Exposure and Response Prevention and Process Based Therapies for Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors.
I am ready to work with you to identify your goals and address any obstacles so that you can move forward with your wellbeing and mental health. With nearly 20 years of experience, I utilize several treatment modalities that focus on strengths-based, trauma-informed and non-judgmental approaches to help us navigate this journey. I have a special focus on processing trauma, emotional regulation, skill building, relationship conflict and am an ADHD certified clinical services provider.
I utilize several different treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Inferential-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for OCD, Exposure and Response Prevention and Process Based Therapies for Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors.
I am ready to work with you to identify your goals and address any obstacles so that you can move forward with your wellbeing and mental health. With nearly 20 years of experience, I utilize several treatment modalities that focus on strengths-based, trauma-informed and non-judgmental approaches to help us navigate this journey. I have a special focus on processing trauma, emotional regulation, skill building, relationship conflict and am an ADHD certified clinical services provider.
I have lived experience with depression, anxiety, trauma, and OCD.
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for children, adolescnets, and adults at Open Gate Therapeutics. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Duquesne University and my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. I have worked across multiple levels of care since 2019.
I am trained trained in EMDR and TF-CBT and integrates CBT, DBT, and ACT to tailor treatment to each client’s needs. I am deeply passionate about helping clients strengthen their voice, understand how their experiences shape their present, and build skills for lasting emotional regulation and growth.
I have lived experience with depression, anxiety, trauma, and OCD.
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for children, adolescnets, and adults at Open Gate Therapeutics. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Duquesne University and my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. I have worked across multiple levels of care since 2019.
I am trained trained in EMDR and TF-CBT and integrates CBT, DBT, and ACT to tailor treatment to each client’s needs. I am deeply passionate about helping clients strengthen their voice, understand how their experiences shape their present, and build skills for lasting emotional regulation and growth.
Caitlyn
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor, LAPC
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Waitlist for new clients
Let’s be honest, life is weird, hard, and sometimes unfair. If you want a therapist who won’t pretend otherwise and will help you build real tools to cope, I’m here.
My name is Caitlyn, and I’m here to hold a space where you can safely unpack the weight you’ve been carrying. Healing isn’t about “fixing” you. It’s about honoring your story, processing grief and trauma at your own pace, and empowering you to reconnect with yourself.
Let’s be honest, life is weird, hard, and sometimes unfair. If you want a therapist who won’t pretend otherwise and will help you build real tools to cope, I’m here.
My name is Caitlyn, and I’m here to hold a space where you can safely unpack the weight you’ve been carrying. Healing isn’t about “fixing” you. It’s about honoring your story, processing grief and trauma at your own pace, and empowering you to reconnect with yourself.
Maybe you’re consumed with anxious thoughts, the “what if” kind that never seem to leave your side. Maybe you’re stuck in a never-ending loop of overthinking, feeling like your brain just won’t shut off. Maybe you’re constantly trying to figure out why you just had that really uncomfortable thought again (yes, that one !)
Maybe you’re consumed with anxious thoughts, the “what if” kind that never seem to leave your side. Maybe you’re stuck in a never-ending loop of overthinking, feeling like your brain just won’t shut off. Maybe you’re constantly trying to figure out why you just had that really uncomfortable thought again (yes, that one !)
I am a therapist with advanced training in OCD and anxiety disorders, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and related evidence-based treatments.
I also provide an affirming space for clients exploring gender identity, sexuality, and relationship patterns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and active — we focus on practical skills while honoring the emotional and relational context of your life. Therapy with me is structured but human, grounded in research and delivered with empathy.
I am a therapist with advanced training in OCD and anxiety disorders, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and related evidence-based treatments.
I also provide an affirming space for clients exploring gender identity, sexuality, and relationship patterns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and active — we focus on practical skills while honoring the emotional and relational context of your life. Therapy with me is structured but human, grounded in research and delivered with empathy.
I’m Sarah Israel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in mental health and social services. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, attachment, mood disorders, personality disorders, life transitions, and the complexities of adoption and foster care. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adults, and families in home, inpatient, outpatient, and school settings. I’ve also directed clinical teams, trained others in crisis intervention, and led classes focused on understanding the impacts of abuse, trauma, attachment, and parenting.
I’m Sarah Israel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in mental health and social services. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, attachment, mood disorders, personality disorders, life transitions, and the complexities of adoption and foster care. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adults, and families in home, inpatient, outpatient, and school settings. I’ve also directed clinical teams, trained others in crisis intervention, and led classes focused on understanding the impacts of abuse, trauma, attachment, and parenting.
I work with children and teens struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, school stress, social worries, and big life transitions.
Your child's lying awake again, thinking about tomorrow. The test. The question they might get wrong in front of everyone. Whether their friends are actually their friends. They used to love their activities, but lately the thought of messing up keeps them from wanting to go. They're quieter now. More careful. The worry follows them from school to practice to home, and it's exhausting. You can see it too: something's weighing on them, even when they can't find the words. They're a good kid with a big heart. They just need some help carrying what feels so heavy.
I work with children and teens struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, school stress, social worries, and big life transitions.
Your child's lying awake again, thinking about tomorrow. The test. The question they might get wrong in front of everyone. Whether their friends are actually their friends. They used to love their activities, but lately the thought of messing up keeps them from wanting to go. They're quieter now. More careful. The worry follows them from school to practice to home, and it's exhausting. You can see it too: something's weighing on them, even when they can't find the words. They're a good kid with a big heart. They just need some help carrying what feels so heavy.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, anger issues, life transitions, and mens issues.
Clients who work with me can expect a collaborative but focused process, where we identify patterns, clarify goals, and implement concrete steps toward improved functioning and long-term stability.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, anger issues, life transitions, and mens issues.
Clients who work with me can expect a collaborative but focused process, where we identify patterns, clarify goals, and implement concrete steps toward improved functioning and long-term stability.
Whether you're a new mom, a full time student, a working professional, or all 3, you've probably struggled with juggling your many responsibilities. Have you ever wondered if you could get more done and still have energy to spend on yourself and loved ones? Maybe you could use some help managing stress or adjusting to a life transition. This is where I come in. My compassion focused approach centers on working together to ensure you're taking care of yourself while you navigate the challenges of our busy modern world.
Whether you're a new mom, a full time student, a working professional, or all 3, you've probably struggled with juggling your many responsibilities. Have you ever wondered if you could get more done and still have energy to spend on yourself and loved ones? Maybe you could use some help managing stress or adjusting to a life transition. This is where I come in. My compassion focused approach centers on working together to ensure you're taking care of yourself while you navigate the challenges of our busy modern world.
I have a significant background working with teens and adults who are on the spectrum and specialize in Exposure Response Prevention with OCD.
In my first session I will talk with you about strengths and things that you enjoy and then ask about what brings you in for services. I will review expectations and what I can offer during treatment and also give a brief synopsis of who I am and what brought me into the counseling world.
I have a significant background working with teens and adults who are on the spectrum and specialize in Exposure Response Prevention with OCD.
In my first session I will talk with you about strengths and things that you enjoy and then ask about what brings you in for services. I will review expectations and what I can offer during treatment and also give a brief synopsis of who I am and what brought me into the counseling world.
The Center for OCD and Anxiety
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Monroeville, PA 15146
Initial sessions will determine which model or blend of models may work best for you and your unique anxiety and/or OCD symptoms and often focus on psychoeducation on diagnosis and treatment models.
We provide individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and related issues such as Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Disorder, and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). Our therapists specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for these issues with a focus on Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT). We have 4 convenient locations in Monroeville, Wexford, Upper St. Clair, and Greensburg, PA.
Initial sessions will determine which model or blend of models may work best for you and your unique anxiety and/or OCD symptoms and often focus on psychoeducation on diagnosis and treatment models.
We provide individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) and related issues such as Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Disorder, and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). Our therapists specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for these issues with a focus on Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT). We have 4 convenient locations in Monroeville, Wexford, Upper St. Clair, and Greensburg, PA.
For the past five years, I have worked with people facing OCD, trauma, anxiety, phobias, and high stress.
I specialize in OCD, trauma, phobias, and supporting neurodivergent clients, including those seeking gender-affirming care or navigating the impact of institutional trauma. If you are carrying too much and do not know where to start, that is okay. We will start with one conversation. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if we are a good fit.
For the past five years, I have worked with people facing OCD, trauma, anxiety, phobias, and high stress.
I specialize in OCD, trauma, phobias, and supporting neurodivergent clients, including those seeking gender-affirming care or navigating the impact of institutional trauma. If you are carrying too much and do not know where to start, that is okay. We will start with one conversation. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if we are a good fit.
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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.