Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Richmond, VA
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Michael J Greenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
(Other search terms: HOCD, SO-
OCD
, sexual orientation
OCD
, ROCD, relationship
OCD
, POCD, intrusive thoughts, violent thoughts, retroactive jealousy, real event
OCD
; somatic
OCD
; BFRB, body-focused repetitive behaviors, trichotillomania, TTM, hair-pulling, skin-picking, excoriation; social anxiety, health anxiety, hypochondriasis, body dysmorphic disorder).
I specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and
OCD
, including Pure O. I am passionate about the specific type of CBT that I practice because it offers relief to patients who have been in other types of therapy for years without significant progress. My approach to treatment, known as Rumination-Focused ERP (Exposure with Response Prevention), is a time-limited, highly systematic, yet gentler approach to exposure. Please visit www.drmichaeljgreenberg.com to learn more, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have.
Alex Wheeler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Other search terms: HOCD, SO-
OCD
, body-focused repetitive behaviors, excoriation, trichotillomania, sexual orientation
OCD
, ROCD, relationship
OCD
, POCD, intrusive thoughts, violent thoughts, retroactive jealousy, real event
OCD
; somatic
OCD
; BFRB, TTM, hair-pulling, skin-picking; social anxiety, health anxiety, hypochondriasis, body dysmorphic disorder.
I specialize in treating children, teenagers, and adults with
OCD
, anxiety, and related issues (including "Pure O"
OCD
,). I approach these issues using a type of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) called Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), with an emphasis on how chronic worry drives anxiety. This approach to treatment is a time-limited, systematic, yet gentler approach to exposure. I also see people with a variety of other concerns, including mood, relationships, and parenting issues. I am currently a psychologist with
OCD
Associates, an entirely telehealth practice. For more information please visit ocdassociates.com
OCD Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
OCD
Associates is a practice that specializes in the use of Rumination-Focused ERP (Exposure with Response Prevention) to treat
OCD
. RF-ERP offers a time-limited, highly systematic, yet gentler approach to exposure. We are happy to work with severe and complex cases, including cases that have not responded to previous treatment. We treat all types of
OCD
, including Pure O and sensorimotor
OCD
. In addition to
OCD
, we also treat other forms of anxiety, panic, phobia, BDD, and BFRBs. To learn more about our approach, please visit http://ocdassociates.com, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have.
Erika W Scruggs
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
Verified
Helping others live better lives has been my passion since my early teens when I decided to become a counselor. Now, as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I enjoy working with adults struggling with
OCD
, anxiety, depression and life’s many stresses.
Monica Robb
Psychologist, PhD, PCC
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist working with children, adolescents, and adults who suffer from Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), stress,
Obsessive
-Compulsive and anxiety-related problems, including: Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias and Fears, Panic Attacks,
Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder (
OCD
), & Trichotillomania (
hair pulling
). As a Clinical Psychologist and Certified Professional Coach, I can help you unlock the power of your mind to make your goals and dreams a reality.
Jacob Caflisch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Jacob Caflisch is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Provider (CCATP). Specializing in Anxiety disorders,
OCD
, phobias, depression, and other challenges related to the different phases of life for individuals 14 and up.
Christine Vara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, MDiv
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
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.
Not accepting new clients
Gail M Quick
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified
Verified
I have more than 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy and psychological evaluations to children (ages 5 and up), adolescents and adults. I work with individuals facing a wide variety of mental health concerns and specialize in the treatment of
OCD
,
OCD
-related disorders, and anxiety. I also provide consultation to other professionals treating individuals with
OCD
. I have a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and individualize these evidence-based treatments to help my clients achieve lasting change.
Tammy Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Welcome to PATH! My name is Tammy Thompson, and I am licensed in Virginia, New Hampshire, Utah, and Florida. I have over eight years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of struggles. My practice focuses on teens 16 years and older and adults ages 18 - 65. The types of conditions I treat are anxieties (e.g., social anxiety, generalized anxiety, separation, and phobias),
obsessive
-compulsive related behaviors, and trauma-related conditions.
Joyce K Slater
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
We offer two distinct services:
OCD
treatment & psychological testing for immigrants. For info on psychological testing, skip to the next paragraph. We provide behavioral treatment of
OCD
,
obsessive
fear, and phobias. With ERP ( Exposure & Response Prevention), we have successfully treated over 2000 people. With a high success rate for adults as well as children, individuals are sometimes better in as little as 2 sessions. Dr. Joyce Slater, director, is especially known for her skill in diagnosing complicated disorders and prescribing the appropriate treatment. She is an assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at VCU.
Waitlist for new clients
Kadie Weaver
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in treating trauma/PTSD,
obsessive
-compulsive disorder (
OCD
), anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Life brings struggles that people often simply do not have the tools to appropriately address. I provide the tools that are missing so that my clients can then effectively resolve their struggles without the need for further intervention. I understand that beginning the therapy process can be overwhelming and view the act of seeking help as one of the strongest actions a person can take.
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Jeffrey Taulbee
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Is your life being restricted by fear, worry, phobias, shyness, panic attacks,
obsessive
thoughts, or repetitive/compulsive behaviors? Do you feel that your "comfort zone" has been shrinking, you've been avoiding things that you want/need to do, or that you get "stuck in your head" and can't be present in your life? There's good news: things can get better. My goal is to always bring a compassionate, authentic attitude to therapy that respects each client’s individuality, while utilizing powerful, evidence-based practices that have been proven to work.
Taylor Hayden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Does the thought of therapy feel boring and pointless to you? Need someone who can help explain what is going on in your brain (or spouse or adolescent's brain), how it impacts you, and practical ways to help deal with your challenges (anxiety, depression,
OCD
, ADHD, conflict, anger, addiction, men's issues, etc)? Let's meet to figure out how to get you to the place where you are becoming the person you want to be. I work with people from all backgrounds, but primarily work with adult and adolescent males.
Katie Albach
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Grief + Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships/Family/Couples, Substance Abuse, and Other Specializations (
OCD
, Mood Disorders).
Hi, I'm Dr. Albach. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Doctor of Psychology in practice since 2001. I believe that Mental Health is not a destination but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you are going. That is why I am here to help create change through healthier minds, behaviors and thoughts.
Amy Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My areas of specialty include: ADHD (children and adults), parenting strategies, adjustment disorders, anxiety,
OCD
, mood disorders, grief and loss, relationship issues and trauma/PTSD.
I have been providing quality treatment to children, adolescents and adults for over 18 years. I believe in the change process and that we each have the ability to improve our relationships and experience personal growth. I believe personal growth is facilitated through the relationship with a therapist that provides positive regard and understanding without the fear of judgment. I believe in treating the whole person through awareness, self regulation and focusing on the here and now.
Waitlist for new clients
Alex Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
ADHD &
OCD
); Communication and Marital problems; Substance Abuse, addictions and Codendency issues.
My approach as a therapist depends entirely upon your treatment needs. Everyone is unique, with different strengths and weaknesses, and everybody has their own path for a better life. Helping you establish clear goals with an estimated time frame for therapy will be addressed in the first session. Your sense of safety, comfort and trust are essential ingredients for every step of the therapy process. I have enjoyed counseling individuals, couples, families and groups as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 30 years. To consult about scheduling an appointment, call or text 804-559-4566
Susan Horne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My experiences enable me to work with you on a wide range of problems to include PTSD, stress management,
OCD
, grief and various family dynamics.
I use a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to create a safe space where you can explore the challenges that are preventing you from thriving in your daily life. I work with individuals, families and couples to identify behavior patterns and past experiences that are currently causing distress in their lives. We will work together to develop effective coping strategies that will support you feeling confident in your own abilities to reach your therapeutic goals.
Joanna Magee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety,
Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder, adjustment disorders, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in children, teens, and young adults.
I provide therapy within a warm, supportive, and collaborative relationship. I use art, humor, music, and creativity to build rapport and support our focus on your treatment goals. I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, young adults and their parents. As a parent of three children, I know parenting comes with many joys and challenges. I provide parenting support focused on emotional regulation, exploring family of origin, and providing developmentally appropriate, attachment oriented, interventions to resolve child behaviors and challenging parent-child relationship dynamics.
Donda Goodson - Still Waters Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
As a seasoned, Christian therapist, I have successfully treated stress, anxiety, depression, grief,
OCD
, ADHD, trauma, substance use, marriage and family issues, school and work problems, and much more.
We can't pour from an empty cup. Chances are, you are here looking for restoration, healing, and hope. I know that God has them for you and that good therapy can help bring you into His plan for your life. There is no issue too small or too large to be addressed in therapy. Research tells us that mental health issues are real, common, and treatable, and that recovery is possible. In my thirty years as a psychotherapist, I have witnessed minds healed, relationships restored and hearts mended. Regardless of the issue, good therapy works! Let's sit down and chat about how it can work for YOU!
Mental Care Behavioral Health, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LSATP , CSAC, CAADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you willing to share with me what is causing you pain? “Do not set aside your happiness. Do not wait to be happy in the future. The best time to be happy is always now.” – Roy T. Bennett. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges,
OCD
, ADHD, defiant behavior. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I have worked with clients who are dependent on mood altering substances. I encourage you to give me a call for a free 5 minutes consultation & see if I can assist you.
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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.