Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Dickson, TN
This means I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Therapy in treating OCD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders and Eating disorders.
I utilize cognitive behavioral therapies including cognitive restructuring, exposure response prevention, habit reversal training, and behavioral activation in addition to mindfulness and distress tolerance techniques. All treatments are chosen on an individual basis and are chosen with the intent to provide the individual with the best chance at recovery.
This means I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Therapy in treating OCD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders and Eating disorders.
I utilize cognitive behavioral therapies including cognitive restructuring, exposure response prevention, habit reversal training, and behavioral activation in addition to mindfulness and distress tolerance techniques. All treatments are chosen on an individual basis and are chosen with the intent to provide the individual with the best chance at recovery.
Some of the issues and topics I work with folks on include (but are not limited to): grief, religious trauma, LGBTQIA+ identities, OCD, men’s issues, sex addiction/porn addiction, isolation, relationship challenges & communication, polyamory/ENM, family estrangement, recovery from abuse, neurodivergence, patriarchy, habit formation, and identity exploration.
I believe you deserve the opportunity to meet your most authentic and confident self and to find joy in the journey of doing so. Whether that means healing from trauma, finding where you belong, or learning how to get out of your own way— we can work together to make space in your life for what matters, and that's you. I also acknowledge that each of us exists within larger systems (some of which can be inherently unjust) and that building such a life often requires you to find belongingness and support both from within and from without. I strive to make therapy a healing space but also approachable, safe, and even silly sometimes!
Some of the issues and topics I work with folks on include (but are not limited to): grief, religious trauma, LGBTQIA+ identities, OCD, men’s issues, sex addiction/porn addiction, isolation, relationship challenges & communication, polyamory/ENM, family estrangement, recovery from abuse, neurodivergence, patriarchy, habit formation, and identity exploration.
I believe you deserve the opportunity to meet your most authentic and confident self and to find joy in the journey of doing so. Whether that means healing from trauma, finding where you belong, or learning how to get out of your own way— we can work together to make space in your life for what matters, and that's you. I also acknowledge that each of us exists within larger systems (some of which can be inherently unjust) and that building such a life often requires you to find belongingness and support both from within and from without. I strive to make therapy a healing space but also approachable, safe, and even silly sometimes!
First Responder? You spend the majority of your time at work "ON," ready for the next call or incident with little to no time to decompress. You witness more traumatic events in a week (maybe even a day) than most people see in a lifetime. Continuous response to traumatic events over time has a profound effect on the autonomic nervous system so much so you can find yourself feeling exhausted emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually. You may have difficulty unwinding or getting sleep without the use of social media, alcohol, drugs, sex, porn, video games, gambling, shopping, food to numb the emotions or sensations in the body.
First Responder? You spend the majority of your time at work "ON," ready for the next call or incident with little to no time to decompress. You witness more traumatic events in a week (maybe even a day) than most people see in a lifetime. Continuous response to traumatic events over time has a profound effect on the autonomic nervous system so much so you can find yourself feeling exhausted emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually. You may have difficulty unwinding or getting sleep without the use of social media, alcohol, drugs, sex, porn, video games, gambling, shopping, food to numb the emotions or sensations in the body.
Many of my clients are challenged by excessive worry, negative thinking, school avoidance and OCD traits.
You are invited to come talk with me in my relaxed spacious office. Coming to therapy is a difficult decision for many people, but you can trust that your visits are private and confidential. Making the first phone call is often the hardest step. You deserve to feel better and talk therapy is highly effective. We can talk about your concerns and stressors and develop a plan to help you regain your ability to handle life's challenges.
Many of my clients are challenged by excessive worry, negative thinking, school avoidance and OCD traits.
You are invited to come talk with me in my relaxed spacious office. Coming to therapy is a difficult decision for many people, but you can trust that your visits are private and confidential. Making the first phone call is often the hardest step. You deserve to feel better and talk therapy is highly effective. We can talk about your concerns and stressors and develop a plan to help you regain your ability to handle life's challenges.
I would be honored to assist and support you on your journey to a happier, more fufilled life with healthier relationships. With compassion and empathy I will help you discover the basis of your anger, anxiety, depression and other difficult feelings that have precipitated your struggles. Together we will explore your behaviors which have resulted from your hidden conflict and help you foster insight so that you do not repeat painful patterns that affect you and your relationships in the future. We will help you discover strength, clarity and confidence to resolve your issues and embrace a self-assured, empowered and positive life.
I would be honored to assist and support you on your journey to a happier, more fufilled life with healthier relationships. With compassion and empathy I will help you discover the basis of your anger, anxiety, depression and other difficult feelings that have precipitated your struggles. Together we will explore your behaviors which have resulted from your hidden conflict and help you foster insight so that you do not repeat painful patterns that affect you and your relationships in the future. We will help you discover strength, clarity and confidence to resolve your issues and embrace a self-assured, empowered and positive life.
You may be successful, responsible, and dependable, yet still struggle with anxiety, depression, self-criticism, or feeling like you're never "good enough." Many of my clients are tired of seeking validation from others, overthinking relationships, and carrying emotional burdens alone. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can better understand yourself, break unhealthy patterns, build confidence, and create a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling. Whether it's self-esteem, confidence, depression or anxiety, we can work through that.
You may be successful, responsible, and dependable, yet still struggle with anxiety, depression, self-criticism, or feeling like you're never "good enough." Many of my clients are tired of seeking validation from others, overthinking relationships, and carrying emotional burdens alone. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can better understand yourself, break unhealthy patterns, build confidence, and create a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling. Whether it's self-esteem, confidence, depression or anxiety, we can work through that.
With compassion,insight and acceptance, I can help you explore the issues which prevent you from success in your personal and professional relationships. I believe that we all possess much of the knowledge needed to answer life's questions; however, as with all things, we sometimes simply forget where to look. I see my work primarily as a guide, helping my clients find their own answers and their own happiness.I view therapy as a way to gain self awareness in order to understand one's pattern of relating to others and dealing with life's challenges.
With compassion,insight and acceptance, I can help you explore the issues which prevent you from success in your personal and professional relationships. I believe that we all possess much of the knowledge needed to answer life's questions; however, as with all things, we sometimes simply forget where to look. I see my work primarily as a guide, helping my clients find their own answers and their own happiness.I view therapy as a way to gain self awareness in order to understand one's pattern of relating to others and dealing with life's challenges.
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The same is true for anxiety and OCD.
I utilize evidence based and research backed treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Habit Reversal Training, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). But don't worry about understanding all of these therapies, we will work together to identify the best therapy for your needs.
The same is true for anxiety and OCD.
I utilize evidence based and research backed treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Habit Reversal Training, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). But don't worry about understanding all of these therapies, we will work together to identify the best therapy for your needs.
My areas of expertise include Depression, Anxiety, and OCD.
“It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” Sometimes it feels like a series of Natural 1 rolls in life. As your therapist, I'm walking this journey with you, while holding the hope until you reach that critical success. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, but because we all have that inner child, I see folks of all ages. I strive to meet you where you are so we can embrace growth, healing, and self-discovery. I’m passionate about facilitating lasting change in people’s lives, and I believe that to see change you must actively make that change.
My areas of expertise include Depression, Anxiety, and OCD.
“It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” Sometimes it feels like a series of Natural 1 rolls in life. As your therapist, I'm walking this journey with you, while holding the hope until you reach that critical success. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, but because we all have that inner child, I see folks of all ages. I strive to meet you where you are so we can embrace growth, healing, and self-discovery. I’m passionate about facilitating lasting change in people’s lives, and I believe that to see change you must actively make that change.
At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling).
We also specialize in Habit Reversal Training (HRT), among others. When you start with NOCD, you'll work with me or be paired with a therapist in our network, based on your preferences. We’ll get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you effectively address your challenges and achieve your goals.
At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling).
We also specialize in Habit Reversal Training (HRT), among others. When you start with NOCD, you'll work with me or be paired with a therapist in our network, based on your preferences. We’ll get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you effectively address your challenges and achieve your goals.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, OCD and trauma, and I'm especially passionate about how mental health impacts relationships.
I believe in warmth, acceptance and a solution-focused approach. I have extensive experience in skills coaching such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, exposure and response prevention, as well as EMDR for trauma. Skills coaching helps with an active role in concrete coping methods to gain control of your life and emotions.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, OCD and trauma, and I'm especially passionate about how mental health impacts relationships.
I believe in warmth, acceptance and a solution-focused approach. I have extensive experience in skills coaching such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, exposure and response prevention, as well as EMDR for trauma. Skills coaching helps with an active role in concrete coping methods to gain control of your life and emotions.
I work with individuals seeking evidence based treatment for OCD and anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention and CBT to reduce distress, reclaim daily functioning, and build confidence in living with uncertainty (Licensed in TN, IL, NC).
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention and I-CBT. Treatment focuses on reducing compulsions and avoidance, changing your relationship with intrusive thoughts, and building tolerance for uncertainty so you can return to daily life with greater confidence and control.
I work with individuals seeking evidence based treatment for OCD and anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention and CBT to reduce distress, reclaim daily functioning, and build confidence in living with uncertainty (Licensed in TN, IL, NC).
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention and I-CBT. Treatment focuses on reducing compulsions and avoidance, changing your relationship with intrusive thoughts, and building tolerance for uncertainty so you can return to daily life with greater confidence and control.
"Life's true gift lies in your freedom to design it beautifully. With each rise of the sun, you get to chase the opportunity to fill your days with meaning to live your life the way you choose." - Baljeal Madaan. I am your team player in achieving the freedom you desire no matter what that may be. I work with the strengths you bring with you and build from there. I meet you where you are and together we will find a healthy and strong path for your future.
"Life's true gift lies in your freedom to design it beautifully. With each rise of the sun, you get to chase the opportunity to fill your days with meaning to live your life the way you choose." - Baljeal Madaan. I am your team player in achieving the freedom you desire no matter what that may be. I work with the strengths you bring with you and build from there. I meet you where you are and together we will find a healthy and strong path for your future.
I provide psychotherapy for adults using a variety of treatment modalities. I most often work from a psychodynamic perspective, exploring how current behaviors and emotions relate to earlier experiences and relationships. I also work with couples in therapy to facilitate improved relationships and develop effective communication skills.
I provide psychotherapy for adults using a variety of treatment modalities. I most often work from a psychodynamic perspective, exploring how current behaviors and emotions relate to earlier experiences and relationships. I also work with couples in therapy to facilitate improved relationships and develop effective communication skills.
I have a passion for helping clients overcome OCD, anxiety and related conditions.
I've been working with people with these conditions since 2021. I'm trained in evidence-based treatments for OCD and anxiety, including Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other interventions.
I have a passion for helping clients overcome OCD, anxiety and related conditions.
I've been working with people with these conditions since 2021. I'm trained in evidence-based treatments for OCD and anxiety, including Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other interventions.
I specialize in OCD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and gender dysphoria/identity exploration.
It’s taken me a long time to write this because I desperately wanted my bio to communicate my heart for counseling, people, and the work that I do, but I also feel that words fall short when you’re trying to communicate something so intimate. First of all, you are brave for taking a step toward deeper healing, and I am honored that you might consider me as a support alongside you in your journey. Whether this is your first time seeking counseling or your 10th time, I hope to encourage and help empower you in your fight to become who you want to be. Whatever next step you decide to take, I hope the best for you.
I specialize in OCD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and gender dysphoria/identity exploration.
It’s taken me a long time to write this because I desperately wanted my bio to communicate my heart for counseling, people, and the work that I do, but I also feel that words fall short when you’re trying to communicate something so intimate. First of all, you are brave for taking a step toward deeper healing, and I am honored that you might consider me as a support alongside you in your journey. Whether this is your first time seeking counseling or your 10th time, I hope to encourage and help empower you in your fight to become who you want to be. Whatever next step you decide to take, I hope the best for you.
You know it’s OCD or anxiety, but that doesn’t make the thoughts quieter, and you're exhausted.
We’ll get to the root of what's keeping you stuck, whether it's overthinking, people-pleasing, or seeking constant reassurance, so that you can feel your emotions, set boundaries, and finally trust yourself again. I blend practical tools with deep emotional work, using approaches like EMDR for trauma, ERP and i-CBT for OCD, and attachment-based strategies.
You know it’s OCD or anxiety, but that doesn’t make the thoughts quieter, and you're exhausted.
We’ll get to the root of what's keeping you stuck, whether it's overthinking, people-pleasing, or seeking constant reassurance, so that you can feel your emotions, set boundaries, and finally trust yourself again. I blend practical tools with deep emotional work, using approaches like EMDR for trauma, ERP and i-CBT for OCD, and attachment-based strategies.
I specialize in OCD, anxiety, and body-focused behaviors such as skin-picking and trichotillomania, and also help individuals struggling with ADHD, addiction, and depression.
Whether or not we ever meet, I want you to know that I respect your courage and strength. Simply by virtue of the fact that you’re reading this profile, I know that you yearn to move beyond struggle and build a life worth living. I would love to help you do that.
I specialize in OCD, anxiety, and body-focused behaviors such as skin-picking and trichotillomania, and also help individuals struggling with ADHD, addiction, and depression.
Whether or not we ever meet, I want you to know that I respect your courage and strength. Simply by virtue of the fact that you’re reading this profile, I know that you yearn to move beyond struggle and build a life worth living. I would love to help you do that.
I specialize in working with First Responders, Military, Medical Professionals, and fellow Therapists navigating PTSD, OCD, anxiety, depression, marital issues, work stress, and burnout.
My Master's degree is in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and my bachelor's is in Religion with a minor in Criminal Justice — from Liberty University. My background also includes the school of hard knocks: working as a First Responder, in crisis settings, inpatient/residential, foster care, and outpatient private practice.
I specialize in working with First Responders, Military, Medical Professionals, and fellow Therapists navigating PTSD, OCD, anxiety, depression, marital issues, work stress, and burnout.
My Master's degree is in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and my bachelor's is in Religion with a minor in Criminal Justice — from Liberty University. My background also includes the school of hard knocks: working as a First Responder, in crisis settings, inpatient/residential, foster care, and outpatient private practice.
Many of the teen and adult clients I work with are faced with daily uncertainties associated with OCD, anxiety, late-diagnosed autism or ADHD, chronic health issues, and/or trauma.
I creatively approach therapy from a person-centered perspective and incorporate aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy often. When using exposure response prevention, I am grounded in client consent, empowerment, mutual trust, and values alignment. My outlook is queer-affirming, neuro-affirming, and trauma-informed throughout.
Many of the teen and adult clients I work with are faced with daily uncertainties associated with OCD, anxiety, late-diagnosed autism or ADHD, chronic health issues, and/or trauma.
I creatively approach therapy from a person-centered perspective and incorporate aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy often. When using exposure response prevention, I am grounded in client consent, empowerment, mutual trust, and values alignment. My outlook is queer-affirming, neuro-affirming, and trauma-informed throughout.
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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.