Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in San Diego County, CA
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Concerns such as anxiety, OCD, depression, social development, emotional regulation, trauma, and complex family relationships are among the wide variety of challenges for which I have trained to provide support.
I believe therapy is for anyone and everyone, and that seeking help is a sign of strength and resilience. Therapy can be both healing and empowering and integrating mindfulness-based approaches and other practical skills can help overwhelming situations feel more manageable and growth feel more actionable. By creating an empathetic, safe, non-judgemental space, I am dedicated to helping clients from all walks of life incorporate their unique identity into the therapeutic process.
Concerns such as anxiety, OCD, depression, social development, emotional regulation, trauma, and complex family relationships are among the wide variety of challenges for which I have trained to provide support.
I believe therapy is for anyone and everyone, and that seeking help is a sign of strength and resilience. Therapy can be both healing and empowering and integrating mindfulness-based approaches and other practical skills can help overwhelming situations feel more manageable and growth feel more actionable. By creating an empathetic, safe, non-judgemental space, I am dedicated to helping clients from all walks of life incorporate their unique identity into the therapeutic process.
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As a compassionate psychotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the challenges of anxiety, OCD, and depression. My therapeutic approach is tailored to create a safe space for exploration and healing. Together, we can work towards managing symptoms, fostering resilience, and restoring a sense of well-being. Let's embark on this journey towards emotional wellness, building the tools you need to thrive.
As a compassionate psychotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the challenges of anxiety, OCD, and depression. My therapeutic approach is tailored to create a safe space for exploration and healing. Together, we can work towards managing symptoms, fostering resilience, and restoring a sense of well-being. Let's embark on this journey towards emotional wellness, building the tools you need to thrive.
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At The Center for CBT & Mindfulness in North County San Diego, I provide time-limited, cost-effective and evidence-based treatments including the gold standard of care - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I treat patients across California and provide psychotherapy for anxiety and eating disorders including generalized anxiety, OCD, specific phobias, panic, social anxiety, perfectionism, high achiever and overcontrol issues, phase of life/adjustment challenges, acute/chronic stress, medical/dental avoidance, parenting and parent accommodation, ARFID and eating/food fears (neophobia, emetophobia, fear of choking, contamination).
At The Center for CBT & Mindfulness in North County San Diego, I provide time-limited, cost-effective and evidence-based treatments including the gold standard of care - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I treat patients across California and provide psychotherapy for anxiety and eating disorders including generalized anxiety, OCD, specific phobias, panic, social anxiety, perfectionism, high achiever and overcontrol issues, phase of life/adjustment challenges, acute/chronic stress, medical/dental avoidance, parenting and parent accommodation, ARFID and eating/food fears (neophobia, emetophobia, fear of choking, contamination).
I have run a free support group for OCD sufferers and their family members for 21 years.
I'm Jim Hatton, Ph.D. I began my career as a neuroscientist, and then realized my calling for helping people. I spent the next 20 years as a Marriage and Family therapist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, primarily working with people with OCD and Impulse Control Disorders like Trichotillomania and Compulsive Skin Picking. Becoming very familiar with ERP and Habit Reversal skills for treating these sufferers, I saw the additional need for helping the others, both family and treating professionals, around them directly (and thereby indirectly helping the sufferers too). This is where I currently conduct these efforts.
I have run a free support group for OCD sufferers and their family members for 21 years.
I'm Jim Hatton, Ph.D. I began my career as a neuroscientist, and then realized my calling for helping people. I spent the next 20 years as a Marriage and Family therapist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, primarily working with people with OCD and Impulse Control Disorders like Trichotillomania and Compulsive Skin Picking. Becoming very familiar with ERP and Habit Reversal skills for treating these sufferers, I saw the additional need for helping the others, both family and treating professionals, around them directly (and thereby indirectly helping the sufferers too). This is where I currently conduct these efforts.
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Rachael Hatton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069 (Online Only)
As a therapist, my goal is to provide the most effective treatment for individuals with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Hoarding, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling), and Excoriation (Dermatillomania - Skin Picking). I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), specifically Exposure & Response Prevention to help those suffering with OCD, Hoarding, BDD, and Habit Reversal Therapy to help those with pulling, picking, and Tics, as these evidence based treatments have proven to be the most effective. I believe with the right tools and support, people can learn to address these struggles and thrive.
As a therapist, my goal is to provide the most effective treatment for individuals with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Hoarding, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling), and Excoriation (Dermatillomania - Skin Picking). I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), specifically Exposure & Response Prevention to help those suffering with OCD, Hoarding, BDD, and Habit Reversal Therapy to help those with pulling, picking, and Tics, as these evidence based treatments have proven to be the most effective. I believe with the right tools and support, people can learn to address these struggles and thrive.
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Rachel Tarantino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
My therapeutic passions including working with OCD and anxiety, depression, military populations, life transitions, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and it's okay to seek support along the way! Whether you're struggling with managing stress, coping with difficult emotions, or facing obstacles in relationships, let me help you navigate the barriers that have prevented you from living the life you imagined. I collaborate with my clients because it is important to blend my therapeutic knowledge with your personal motivations. Working together to help you achieve your goals allows for the most growth and lasting success. Remember you are not your mental health. You have a name, a personality, a history, and a story to tell.
My therapeutic passions including working with OCD and anxiety, depression, military populations, life transitions, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and it's okay to seek support along the way! Whether you're struggling with managing stress, coping with difficult emotions, or facing obstacles in relationships, let me help you navigate the barriers that have prevented you from living the life you imagined. I collaborate with my clients because it is important to blend my therapeutic knowledge with your personal motivations. Working together to help you achieve your goals allows for the most growth and lasting success. Remember you are not your mental health. You have a name, a personality, a history, and a story to tell.
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I have extensive experience and training in treating eating disorders, OCD, and addiction in partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and outpatient levels of care across the lifespan. My approach pulls from a number of evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Based Treatment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention. I specialize in treating children, adolescents and families.
I have extensive experience and training in treating eating disorders, OCD, and addiction in partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and outpatient levels of care across the lifespan. My approach pulls from a number of evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Based Treatment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention. I specialize in treating children, adolescents and families.
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Shirley S Babior
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Break free of your anxiety, OCD, worry and stress. Is fear or avoidance of situations restricting your choices?. My 30 plus years of helping people manage their anxiety issues will help you finally overcome your anxiety problems.. Compassion, warmth and skill in individualizing your therapy will help us to work together and result in you finally regaining control of your life. I offer a free text or phone consultation to make sure I'm the right therapist to help I now offer tale counseling through an approved site. I've found tele-counseling to be as effective as in office sessions and so much more convenient!
Break free of your anxiety, OCD, worry and stress. Is fear or avoidance of situations restricting your choices?. My 30 plus years of helping people manage their anxiety issues will help you finally overcome your anxiety problems.. Compassion, warmth and skill in individualizing your therapy will help us to work together and result in you finally regaining control of your life. I offer a free text or phone consultation to make sure I'm the right therapist to help I now offer tale counseling through an approved site. I've found tele-counseling to be as effective as in office sessions and so much more convenient!
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Hallie Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, RPT
Verified Verified
Oceanside, CA 92058
My current specialty areas are children, more specifically play therapy, tweens and teens, maternal mental health, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
I am a psychotherapist located in San Diego and Orange County, CA who brings over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health. You came across my profile because either yourself or loved one is in need of help. Reaching out takes a significant amount of courage and I am glad you did. I am here to offer my help and support. People are my passion. I truly value the therapeutic relationship I establish with my clients. It is an honor to be a part of an individual’s life journey. It is my goal to create an empathetic and compassionate environment to assist others in identifying the tools they need to accomplish their goals.
My current specialty areas are children, more specifically play therapy, tweens and teens, maternal mental health, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
I am a psychotherapist located in San Diego and Orange County, CA who brings over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health. You came across my profile because either yourself or loved one is in need of help. Reaching out takes a significant amount of courage and I am glad you did. I am here to offer my help and support. People are my passion. I truly value the therapeutic relationship I establish with my clients. It is an honor to be a part of an individual’s life journey. It is my goal to create an empathetic and compassionate environment to assist others in identifying the tools they need to accomplish their goals.
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We can provide individual, couples or family counseling with issues that include but are not limited to grief and loss, OCD depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, ADHD, adjustments/life transitions and relational issues.
Do you have anxiety or even panic daily? Are your compulsions becoming difficult to manage? Is your anger out of control? Is your sadness too much to bear? Cost is not always measured in dollars and cents, it is spent emotions or wasted energy or lost time; maybe it is time for help!
We can provide individual, couples or family counseling with issues that include but are not limited to grief and loss, OCD depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, ADHD, adjustments/life transitions and relational issues.
Do you have anxiety or even panic daily? Are your compulsions becoming difficult to manage? Is your anger out of control? Is your sadness too much to bear? Cost is not always measured in dollars and cents, it is spent emotions or wasted energy or lost time; maybe it is time for help!
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I'm a licensed Psychologist in CA (PSY31034) and MN who believes each person has the potential to grow at any age. My ultimate focus in therapy is to not merely eliminate “symptoms” but to increase your fulfillment in life, as defined by you. This means treatment is customized to meet YOUR needs so you can meet your goals. I provide therapy for a variety of clinical disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, & interpersonal difficulties. I'm MAP-Informed. I believe in the potential for individual and emotional growth, striving to provide a safe and warm environment in which you can explore and thrive.
I'm a licensed Psychologist in CA (PSY31034) and MN who believes each person has the potential to grow at any age. My ultimate focus in therapy is to not merely eliminate “symptoms” but to increase your fulfillment in life, as defined by you. This means treatment is customized to meet YOUR needs so you can meet your goals. I provide therapy for a variety of clinical disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, & interpersonal difficulties. I'm MAP-Informed. I believe in the potential for individual and emotional growth, striving to provide a safe and warm environment in which you can explore and thrive.
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I am passionate about helping people with mental health issues including OCD, Hoarding Disorder, and PTSD.
I seek to help people who are ready for real change. Not just the same old conversation about what’s bothering you; we will work together to come to an understanding of why you’re not thriving. Certain issues such as OCD, Hoarding Disorder, and PTSD all impact functioning on a deep level. I strive to help people with these challenges to recognize what’s getting in their way of change and come up with practical steps to enrich their lives.
I am passionate about helping people with mental health issues including OCD, Hoarding Disorder, and PTSD.
I seek to help people who are ready for real change. Not just the same old conversation about what’s bothering you; we will work together to come to an understanding of why you’re not thriving. Certain issues such as OCD, Hoarding Disorder, and PTSD all impact functioning on a deep level. I strive to help people with these challenges to recognize what’s getting in their way of change and come up with practical steps to enrich their lives.
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I have extensive knowledge and experience working with clients struggling with substance use, mood issues as well as OCD and Chronic Pain.
Hello I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have worked in the field since 2011. I grew up in the San Diego area and have worked in a variety of clinical setting in my local community. I obtained my Baccalaureate Degree in Cognitive Psychology from University of California Irvine and my Master’s Degree in Marital and Family Therapy from University of San Diego.
I have extensive knowledge and experience working with clients struggling with substance use, mood issues as well as OCD and Chronic Pain.
Hello I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have worked in the field since 2011. I grew up in the San Diego area and have worked in a variety of clinical setting in my local community. I obtained my Baccalaureate Degree in Cognitive Psychology from University of California Irvine and my Master’s Degree in Marital and Family Therapy from University of San Diego.
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The Center for Stress and Anxiety Management
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
We are an outpatient practice specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) for anxiety, stress, and related problems. We provide cutting edge, empirically supported treatments in a warm, empathic environment. We currently offer treatment for stress, anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, OCD, PTSD, social anxiety, phobias, medical conditions, life transitions, and other life difficulties resulting from these problems. Our therapy is solution-focused and helps clients reach their full potential and improve quality of life.
We are an outpatient practice specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) for anxiety, stress, and related problems. We provide cutting edge, empirically supported treatments in a warm, empathic environment. We currently offer treatment for stress, anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, OCD, PTSD, social anxiety, phobias, medical conditions, life transitions, and other life difficulties resulting from these problems. Our therapy is solution-focused and helps clients reach their full potential and improve quality of life.
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Why do you postpone yourself? -Seneca. You made it to the beginning of something life changing and awesome! I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Owner of Eudaimonia Therapy, Llc. I am compelled to share this journey in self awareness with you. I treat individual adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges; obsessive compulsive behaviors, anxiety, addiction, mood disorders, aggression, co -dependency issues, trauma, etc. An area of interest is Women’s Issues, connecting with our own inner strength, beauty and grace as Women, and embracing our feminine spirit.
Why do you postpone yourself? -Seneca. You made it to the beginning of something life changing and awesome! I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Owner of Eudaimonia Therapy, Llc. I am compelled to share this journey in self awareness with you. I treat individual adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges; obsessive compulsive behaviors, anxiety, addiction, mood disorders, aggression, co -dependency issues, trauma, etc. An area of interest is Women’s Issues, connecting with our own inner strength, beauty and grace as Women, and embracing our feminine spirit.
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Marcia Garceau
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129 (Online Only)
Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, PhD, LMFT with over 16 years of clinical experience helping individuals and couples acquire strategies and tools to overcome general anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, panic, PTSD, phobias, depression, relationship problems, other self-sabotaging behavior, career and life transitions, grief, and parenting/family issues.
Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, PhD, LMFT with over 16 years of clinical experience helping individuals and couples acquire strategies and tools to overcome general anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, panic, PTSD, phobias, depression, relationship problems, other self-sabotaging behavior, career and life transitions, grief, and parenting/family issues.
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If you suffer from worry and anxiety or OCD, you are in the right place.
I help those who desire quiet from the noise of constant thinking, self-doubt, and worry. Those who are sick of feeling not good enough no matter how hard they try. Those who feel powerless against compulsive urges they can’t seem to resist. And those who want to let go of the mental chatter of a mind incessantly playing out worst case scenarios.
If you suffer from worry and anxiety or OCD, you are in the right place.
I help those who desire quiet from the noise of constant thinking, self-doubt, and worry. Those who are sick of feeling not good enough no matter how hard they try. Those who feel powerless against compulsive urges they can’t seem to resist. And those who want to let go of the mental chatter of a mind incessantly playing out worst case scenarios.
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Natasha Moharter
Counselor, LPCC, CPC, MHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you have OCD, & want to engage in effective treatment, we will move forward with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy.
Any of these thoughts sound familiar? What if I harm someone? What if I harm myself? What if I act on an urge to do something I really don’t want to do? What if I am a bad person and just fooling everyone? What if I touched something that could contaminate me or my family? What if I want to act on that sexual thought I really didn’t like? What if I go to jail for something I did but forgot or didn't know? What if that thing I did will come back to haunt me? What if I cheat on my partner? What if I am with the 'wrong' partner even though I love my partner? What if my sexual orientation will change even though I don't want it to?
If you have OCD, & want to engage in effective treatment, we will move forward with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy.
Any of these thoughts sound familiar? What if I harm someone? What if I harm myself? What if I act on an urge to do something I really don’t want to do? What if I am a bad person and just fooling everyone? What if I touched something that could contaminate me or my family? What if I want to act on that sexual thought I really didn’t like? What if I go to jail for something I did but forgot or didn't know? What if that thing I did will come back to haunt me? What if I cheat on my partner? What if I am with the 'wrong' partner even though I love my partner? What if my sexual orientation will change even though I don't want it to?
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I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, self esteem, somatic issues, or life transitions in adults ages 18-40. Do you feel stressed, insecure, or ashamed, constantly battling with intrusive thoughts or impulses that you may not even entirely believe, but still can't seem to let go of? Are you feeling stuck in the trap of perfectionism, alone with high levels of emotional or physical pain, confused about sense of self or life direction, or wondering why your relationships aren't as fulfilling as you'd like? If so, we might be a good match to explore potential therapy together.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, self esteem, somatic issues, or life transitions in adults ages 18-40. Do you feel stressed, insecure, or ashamed, constantly battling with intrusive thoughts or impulses that you may not even entirely believe, but still can't seem to let go of? Are you feeling stuck in the trap of perfectionism, alone with high levels of emotional or physical pain, confused about sense of self or life direction, or wondering why your relationships aren't as fulfilling as you'd like? If so, we might be a good match to explore potential therapy together.
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Carrie Cueto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vista, CA 92084 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Does life feel hard right now? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, struggling with relationships, or wondering why you seem to worry about every little thing. If this sounds familiar, I can help you. I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, and trauma. Often these daily struggles are connected to deeper fears and wounds that we can learn to heal. I want to help live a full life without pretending to be ok, but truly feeling ok.
Does life feel hard right now? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, struggling with relationships, or wondering why you seem to worry about every little thing. If this sounds familiar, I can help you. I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, and trauma. Often these daily struggles are connected to deeper fears and wounds that we can learn to heal. I want to help live a full life without pretending to be ok, but truly feeling ok.
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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.