Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists in Bristol, RI
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A Knew You and Wellness LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN-BC
Verified Verified
Bristol, RI 02809 (Online Only)
Dr. Costa is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner who is qualified to practice in both primary care and psychiatry; diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication for children, adolescents, and adults. Some of her practice specialties include (but not limited to) ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Grief, Compulsive Disorders, Dementia/Cognitive Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
Dr. Costa is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner who is qualified to practice in both primary care and psychiatry; diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication for children, adolescents, and adults. Some of her practice specialties include (but not limited to) ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Grief, Compulsive Disorders, Dementia/Cognitive Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
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Lilia Romero-Bosch, MD is a board certified psychiatrist that works with young children, adolescents and adults. She received training from Brown University in: General Pediatrics/General Adult Psychiatry/Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Bosch is also one of the only physicians in southern New England to practice Functional Psychiatry, which focuses on helping you find your healthiest self and not just helping you treat a "diagnosis".
Lilia Romero-Bosch, MD is a board certified psychiatrist that works with young children, adolescents and adults. She received training from Brown University in: General Pediatrics/General Adult Psychiatry/Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Bosch is also one of the only physicians in southern New England to practice Functional Psychiatry, which focuses on helping you find your healthiest self and not just helping you treat a "diagnosis".
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Patricia Schneider
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrington, RI 02806
As a mother of a child who was diagnosed with OCD, I understand the challenges that children and families go through.
I’m an integrative psychiatrist who helps children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, and OCD to improve their self-esteem and feel more energized, happy, and motivated. I get to the root cause of health concerns by providing parents and young adults with a natural and integrative approach to healing that goes beyond traditional medicine. I also specialize in treating eating disorders, mood, and personality disorders, and working with families and children in the adoption and foster care system. If you think we would be a good fit, read on to learn more or you can visit my website.
As a mother of a child who was diagnosed with OCD, I understand the challenges that children and families go through.
I’m an integrative psychiatrist who helps children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, and OCD to improve their self-esteem and feel more energized, happy, and motivated. I get to the root cause of health concerns by providing parents and young adults with a natural and integrative approach to healing that goes beyond traditional medicine. I also specialize in treating eating disorders, mood, and personality disorders, and working with families and children in the adoption and foster care system. If you think we would be a good fit, read on to learn more or you can visit my website.
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I treat a wide variety of conditions including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, and ADHD.
Are you considering starting medication but are apprehensive about the options? Are you already on medications but are struggling with side effects or the medication not working? Are you just not feeling like yourself? Let's work together to find the best treatment plan for you. My approach to care is conversational rather than clinical. I like to get to know you, as a person, not just a diagnosis. We will work together to find a treatment plan that feels comfortable. While my specialty is medication management, I focus on using the least amount of medication possible and reducing the use of multiple medications whenever able.
I treat a wide variety of conditions including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, and ADHD.
Are you considering starting medication but are apprehensive about the options? Are you already on medications but are struggling with side effects or the medication not working? Are you just not feeling like yourself? Let's work together to find the best treatment plan for you. My approach to care is conversational rather than clinical. I like to get to know you, as a person, not just a diagnosis. We will work together to find a treatment plan that feels comfortable. While my specialty is medication management, I focus on using the least amount of medication possible and reducing the use of multiple medications whenever able.
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MYM Child & Adult Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Barrington, RI 02806 (Online Only)
Our Goal is to find the right balance between your need for appropriate therapeutic interventions and safe medication management for struggles with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Mood Disturbances, Sleep Challenges, Obsessive-Compulsive, Trauma & Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Our Goal is to find the right balance between your need for appropriate therapeutic interventions and safe medication management for struggles with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Mood Disturbances, Sleep Challenges, Obsessive-Compulsive, Trauma & Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Wellness health and therapy services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Riverside, RI 02915 (Online Only)
Dr. Jennifer is a doctorally trained PMHNP licensed in RI, MD, MA and CT to treat psychiatric patients. She can diagnose and manage a wide range of psychiatric conditions for patients ages 5 years and above. Dr. Jennifer has a deep passion for helping individuals struggling with various mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, sleep issues, PTSD, and severe psychotic disorders. With over a decade of experience in medical and mental health settings, she has honed her expertise in managing complex medical and psychiatric conditions.
Dr. Jennifer is a doctorally trained PMHNP licensed in RI, MD, MA and CT to treat psychiatric patients. She can diagnose and manage a wide range of psychiatric conditions for patients ages 5 years and above. Dr. Jennifer has a deep passion for helping individuals struggling with various mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, sleep issues, PTSD, and severe psychotic disorders. With over a decade of experience in medical and mental health settings, she has honed her expertise in managing complex medical and psychiatric conditions.
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Dr. Solberg is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist who completed her residency training in Adult Psychiatry at The University of California, Los Angeles. She went to medical school at UCLA and also completed a forensic psychiatry fellowship through UCLA. She currently provides medication management for adolescents and adults with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic disorder, PTSD, Attention Deficit Disorder, eating disorders, psychosis and obsessive compulsive disorder as well as other neuropsychiatric conditions.
Dr. Solberg is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist who completed her residency training in Adult Psychiatry at The University of California, Los Angeles. She went to medical school at UCLA and also completed a forensic psychiatry fellowship through UCLA. She currently provides medication management for adolescents and adults with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic disorder, PTSD, Attention Deficit Disorder, eating disorders, psychosis and obsessive compulsive disorder as well as other neuropsychiatric conditions.
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Emily Daniell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, CARN-AP
Verified Verified
Barrington, RI 02806
Waitlist for new clients
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who believes strongly in the collaborative relationship between practitioner and client. I believe in offering non-stigmatized care in a comfortable setting where a trusting rapport can be built. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, etc. I am a certified Addiction specialist and have a decade of experience treating Substance Use Disorders. I offer treatment with Suboxone, Sublocade, Brixadi, or Vivitrol as well as general psychiatric med management. If you are looking for MAT, psych med mgmt, or both, I would love to work with you.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who believes strongly in the collaborative relationship between practitioner and client. I believe in offering non-stigmatized care in a comfortable setting where a trusting rapport can be built. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, etc. I am a certified Addiction specialist and have a decade of experience treating Substance Use Disorders. I offer treatment with Suboxone, Sublocade, Brixadi, or Vivitrol as well as general psychiatric med management. If you are looking for MAT, psych med mgmt, or both, I would love to work with you.
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Kaitlin Kelley-Revive Therapeutic Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrington, RI 02806
Do you feel like you're not living the life you want to? Do you feel like there's something wrong with you, but you don't know what it is? At Revive Therapeutic Services, we specialize in helping people just like you. Our team of providers are ready to help with any condition or issue that might be holding you back from the life of your dreams—whether it's depression, anxiety, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions…the list goes on. Your life doesn't have to be defined by your mental health struggles anymore. Let us help!
Do you feel like you're not living the life you want to? Do you feel like there's something wrong with you, but you don't know what it is? At Revive Therapeutic Services, we specialize in helping people just like you. Our team of providers are ready to help with any condition or issue that might be holding you back from the life of your dreams—whether it's depression, anxiety, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions…the list goes on. Your life doesn't have to be defined by your mental health struggles anymore. Let us help!
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I am a board certified psychiatrist, with fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, mood, sleep, and attentional disorders in adults and adolescents. As a psychiatrist, I can provide both therapy and medications to integrate your care. If preferred, I can also work with your therapist to provide medication management. My office is conveniently located on the east side of Providence within walking distance from Brown, Rhode Island School of Design, and Johnson and Wales. Please visit: www.laurawhiteleymd.com for more information.
I am a board certified psychiatrist, with fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, mood, sleep, and attentional disorders in adults and adolescents. As a psychiatrist, I can provide both therapy and medications to integrate your care. If preferred, I can also work with your therapist to provide medication management. My office is conveniently located on the east side of Providence within walking distance from Brown, Rhode Island School of Design, and Johnson and Wales. Please visit: www.laurawhiteleymd.com for more information.
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Spectrum Neuro Behavioral Care ( SNBCare )
Psychiatrist, MD, Psych , NP, LICSW
Verified Verified
Warwick, RI 02887 (Online Only)
Welcome to SNBCare: Your Path to Mental Wellness at SNBCare, we specialize in providing top-notch outpatient mental health services for adults, families, and couples. Our compassionate team offers Telemedicine, Teletherapy, and advanced TMS treatments. Accepting most insurances and new patients, we tailor personalized, evidence-based plans to meet your unique needs. With licensed Psychiatrists, PMHNPs, and Therapists, we’re dedicated to helping you achieve a balanced, fulfilling life. Take the first step to a healthier you with SNBCare today!
Welcome to SNBCare: Your Path to Mental Wellness at SNBCare, we specialize in providing top-notch outpatient mental health services for adults, families, and couples. Our compassionate team offers Telemedicine, Teletherapy, and advanced TMS treatments. Accepting most insurances and new patients, we tailor personalized, evidence-based plans to meet your unique needs. With licensed Psychiatrists, PMHNPs, and Therapists, we’re dedicated to helping you achieve a balanced, fulfilling life. Take the first step to a healthier you with SNBCare today!
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Hello, my name is Nicole Sanchez. I became a nurse practitioner because I genuinely love to help people. I was born on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico and raised in Providence, Rhode Island. I started my journey to become a registered nurse because I felt a calling to help people in need and when they are at their worst. I graduated from National University College in Arecibo, Puerto Rico with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing in 2011. I am fluent in Spanish and English. I have worked as an inpatient psychiatric nurse for over 6 years.
Hello, my name is Nicole Sanchez. I became a nurse practitioner because I genuinely love to help people. I was born on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico and raised in Providence, Rhode Island. I started my journey to become a registered nurse because I felt a calling to help people in need and when they are at their worst. I graduated from National University College in Arecibo, Puerto Rico with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing in 2011. I am fluent in Spanish and English. I have worked as an inpatient psychiatric nurse for over 6 years.
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Roseline Ekema
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Warwick, RI 02889 (Online Only)
My name is Roseline Eko, PMHNP, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner offering medication management to children and adults.
My name is Roseline Eko, PMHNP, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner offering medication management to children and adults.
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Trish Schneider is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Doctorate in Nursing. Trish's overall goal to allow each patient to enhance their quality of life. It is her belief that all people are valuable and unique and should be treated with dignity and respect. Trish is committed to using the highest standards of care and practice protocols, along with current and emerging research to provide the best possible care. Her goal for her patients is to help them achieve complete symptom relief, wellness, and optimal quality of life.
Trish Schneider is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Doctorate in Nursing. Trish's overall goal to allow each patient to enhance their quality of life. It is her belief that all people are valuable and unique and should be treated with dignity and respect. Trish is committed to using the highest standards of care and practice protocols, along with current and emerging research to provide the best possible care. Her goal for her patients is to help them achieve complete symptom relief, wellness, and optimal quality of life.
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Accepting NEW preconception planning, pregnant/postpartum ONLY at this time. Welcome! I'm a board certified psychiatrist with an MD from Brown University, fellowship training in Women's Mental Health, and a faculty member at Brown University. I aim to create a highly individualized care plan, tailored to each patient's goals and vision of care. My practice is designed to be small to allow for flexibility, accessibility and attentiveness to each of my patients. Our work together will be empathic, supportive and collaborative. I am now available to see patients in person or via telehealth in RI and virtually for those in MA.
Accepting NEW preconception planning, pregnant/postpartum ONLY at this time. Welcome! I'm a board certified psychiatrist with an MD from Brown University, fellowship training in Women's Mental Health, and a faculty member at Brown University. I aim to create a highly individualized care plan, tailored to each patient's goals and vision of care. My practice is designed to be small to allow for flexibility, accessibility and attentiveness to each of my patients. Our work together will be empathic, supportive and collaborative. I am now available to see patients in person or via telehealth in RI and virtually for those in MA.
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As a board certified adult psychiatrist, I specialize in prescribing medication and providing psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, sleep disturbances and other emotional conditions. I studied at Harvard, Brown and Cornell Universities, and I am certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Patients often come to me when they are struggling to find the right psychiatric medication to manage their symptoms. It can be difficult to find a medication that offers relief without burdensome side effects. Together, we can find a regimen that works for you.
As a board certified adult psychiatrist, I specialize in prescribing medication and providing psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, sleep disturbances and other emotional conditions. I studied at Harvard, Brown and Cornell Universities, and I am certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Patients often come to me when they are struggling to find the right psychiatric medication to manage their symptoms. It can be difficult to find a medication that offers relief without burdensome side effects. Together, we can find a regimen that works for you.
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Garden City Psychiatry, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, CNS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warwick, RI 02886
Our practice is exclusive to medication management only. We specialize in providing medication management to adults and children diagnosed with mental health issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, traumatic events, panic attacks, and life stressors. Each patient will receive a comprehensive initial evaluation, medication management, personalized attention, 24/7 on call coverage and coordination with your healthcare providers. Adele Palazzo, APRN and Melanie Koehler, APRN treat the adult population.
Our practice is exclusive to medication management only. We specialize in providing medication management to adults and children diagnosed with mental health issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, traumatic events, panic attacks, and life stressors. Each patient will receive a comprehensive initial evaluation, medication management, personalized attention, 24/7 on call coverage and coordination with your healthcare providers. Adele Palazzo, APRN and Melanie Koehler, APRN treat the adult population.
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Healing Minds Psychiatry, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tiverton, RI 02878
Healing Minds Psychiatry is committed to providing holistic care and treatment options to our clients utilizing current evidence-based research, and continued education. The practice aims to improve the lives of community members through empathetic care, administering counseling, medication, and promotion of patient wellness practices in a calm, welcoming environment.
Healing Minds Psychiatry is committed to providing holistic care and treatment options to our clients utilizing current evidence-based research, and continued education. The practice aims to improve the lives of community members through empathetic care, administering counseling, medication, and promotion of patient wellness practices in a calm, welcoming environment.
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Paul Coleman-Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC-APRN, MSN, BSN, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Providence, RI 02915
Paul Coleman is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Coleman Mental Health Associates, PLLC, specializing in the mental health care of the patient. What is important for people to realize is “No two people are the same”, thus each patient will receive a plan of care to help with and partner in the patient's journey. Treatment includes a number of mental health conditions that include depression, bipolar, anxiety, LGBTQI+population, therapy, counseling, and medication management to name a few. Let's work together. I listen w/ an empathetic ear. Reach out to schedule a free 10-minute phone conversation.
Paul Coleman is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Coleman Mental Health Associates, PLLC, specializing in the mental health care of the patient. What is important for people to realize is “No two people are the same”, thus each patient will receive a plan of care to help with and partner in the patient's journey. Treatment includes a number of mental health conditions that include depression, bipolar, anxiety, LGBTQI+population, therapy, counseling, and medication management to name a few. Let's work together. I listen w/ an empathetic ear. Reach out to schedule a free 10-minute phone conversation.
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Kate J Reilly
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, MSN, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Kingstown, RI 02878
My goal is to create a safe space for clients to work through life's stressors with mood disorders, anxiety, panic, depression, low self-esteem, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and past traumas.
My goal is to create a safe space for clients to work through life's stressors with mood disorders, anxiety, panic, depression, low self-esteem, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and past traumas.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists
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.