Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Santa Ynez, CA
Dre McGee Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
I understand that the first step in seeking help can be overwhelming or even scary. I have a great respect for those who seek to improve their quality of life. My life's work is dedicated to help facilitate that process and help collaborate to create clarity. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist providing psychotherapy to individuals and couples. I work and have experience with a wide variety of situations and life issues; depression, anxiety, transitions, burnout, relationship dynamics, adoption, and more. Specialties of mine include premarital counseling, young adult/college age concerns & transitions, EMDR, grief & polyam couples.
I understand that the first step in seeking help can be overwhelming or even scary. I have a great respect for those who seek to improve their quality of life. My life's work is dedicated to help facilitate that process and help collaborate to create clarity. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist providing psychotherapy to individuals and couples. I work and have experience with a wide variety of situations and life issues; depression, anxiety, transitions, burnout, relationship dynamics, adoption, and more. Specialties of mine include premarital counseling, young adult/college age concerns & transitions, EMDR, grief & polyam couples.
Sherrie N Kovach
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
"This is your life, be the change..." Weathering pain, change and hardship without support can take its toll on our lives. My approach involves supporting people through challenging adjustments and difficult life transitions and guiding them in the pursuit of balance and life satisfaction. I see my role as helping clients with skill building to navigate unexpected life events. I am inspired by the compassion and courage of my clients to share in making lasting changes to ingrained patterns in their lives. My practice has involved working with teens and individual adults seeing a wide range of clients.
"This is your life, be the change..." Weathering pain, change and hardship without support can take its toll on our lives. My approach involves supporting people through challenging adjustments and difficult life transitions and guiding them in the pursuit of balance and life satisfaction. I see my role as helping clients with skill building to navigate unexpected life events. I am inspired by the compassion and courage of my clients to share in making lasting changes to ingrained patterns in their lives. My practice has involved working with teens and individual adults seeing a wide range of clients.
By combining Nutrition/Neurotransmitter balancing with Psychotherapy my approach is a perfect combination for those struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, weight loss, substance abuse and ADD. Supporting brain chemistry while doing therapy makes therapy a solution rather than a band-aid. I use an integrative approach with clients rather than a tunnel-vision approach. If our body and brain are not healthy, our relationships cannot be either.
By combining Nutrition/Neurotransmitter balancing with Psychotherapy my approach is a perfect combination for those struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, weight loss, substance abuse and ADD. Supporting brain chemistry while doing therapy makes therapy a solution rather than a band-aid. I use an integrative approach with clients rather than a tunnel-vision approach. If our body and brain are not healthy, our relationships cannot be either.
Life does not proceed as we each envision it. It can be unexpected, messy, complicated, disappointing, tragic, and challenging. In countless ways we strive and struggle. We can feel ourselves to be adrift. Yet we are connected, radically interdependent. Even so, we all have our own perspectives on life and our struggles. We are tethered to our environment, our social roles, cultural identities, interpersonal, historical, professional experiences, and so on. Through exploring this web, and the various vantage points that the web offers, a unique therapeutic process emerges for each person.
Life does not proceed as we each envision it. It can be unexpected, messy, complicated, disappointing, tragic, and challenging. In countless ways we strive and struggle. We can feel ourselves to be adrift. Yet we are connected, radically interdependent. Even so, we all have our own perspectives on life and our struggles. We are tethered to our environment, our social roles, cultural identities, interpersonal, historical, professional experiences, and so on. Through exploring this web, and the various vantage points that the web offers, a unique therapeutic process emerges for each person.
Everyone can use a little help at times. We often experience difficult emotions, such as anxiety, depression and anger that are hard to handle and interfere with relationships and quality of life. With 15 years of experience in practice, I will help you alleviate these unwanted symptoms, improve functioning and improve your relationships. I work with adults and couples who are having struggles in their personal lives. I also specialize in working with those who have experienced sexual trauma.
Everyone can use a little help at times. We often experience difficult emotions, such as anxiety, depression and anger that are hard to handle and interfere with relationships and quality of life. With 15 years of experience in practice, I will help you alleviate these unwanted symptoms, improve functioning and improve your relationships. I work with adults and couples who are having struggles in their personal lives. I also specialize in working with those who have experienced sexual trauma.
Anthony Bonavita
Psychologist, PhD, MDiv
Verified Verified
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Waitlist for new clients
Life is truly uncertain, with the rapidly changing environment of modern life feeling overwhelmed seems to be commonplace. Whether you are encountering anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues and/or other possibly debilitating physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual obstacles they can be worked with during this time of uncertainty. Additionally, with over 15 years of experience in various healthcare settings I work with burnout, compassion fatigue, moral distress and other stressors.
Life is truly uncertain, with the rapidly changing environment of modern life feeling overwhelmed seems to be commonplace. Whether you are encountering anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues and/or other possibly debilitating physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual obstacles they can be worked with during this time of uncertainty. Additionally, with over 15 years of experience in various healthcare settings I work with burnout, compassion fatigue, moral distress and other stressors.
Shannon Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Not accepting new clients
I work with clients on tools and strategies to help with symptom reduction while we uncover what you need for a deeper level of healing. In a safe, non-judgmental space I can help you identify the thoughts, narratives and distorted core beliefs that cause you suffering, keep you repeating the same patterns and block you from a higher quality of life. With gentleness and compassion we can explore the places you may get triggered and the old wounds that continue to cause fear and pain.
I work with clients on tools and strategies to help with symptom reduction while we uncover what you need for a deeper level of healing. In a safe, non-judgmental space I can help you identify the thoughts, narratives and distorted core beliefs that cause you suffering, keep you repeating the same patterns and block you from a higher quality of life. With gentleness and compassion we can explore the places you may get triggered and the old wounds that continue to cause fear and pain.
Nikki Thibault
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Not accepting new clients
I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents and adults improve their quality of life. My background in education and child development has led me into the field of therapy, and I am inspired to help support children, as well as adults as they navigate through life challenges. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship and a deeper understanding of oneself can lead to improvements in relationships and overall better mental health. I have experience working with, but not limited to, relationship issues, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and identity development.
I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents and adults improve their quality of life. My background in education and child development has led me into the field of therapy, and I am inspired to help support children, as well as adults as they navigate through life challenges. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship and a deeper understanding of oneself can lead to improvements in relationships and overall better mental health. I have experience working with, but not limited to, relationship issues, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and identity development.
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Cherie M Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Buellton, CA 93427 (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for reading my profile! In 2009 I began counseling adults coping with severe mental illness and complex trauma to help provide symptom relief and improve their quality of life. I most enjoy working with adult individuals who have a desire for personal growth and feel ready to self-reflect in talk therapy. I am a strong believer that hearing yourself talk out loud can be cathartic and healing. Reaching out for help so you don't go it alone can be empowering. If you are ready to take that first step, please reach out!
Hello and thank you for reading my profile! In 2009 I began counseling adults coping with severe mental illness and complex trauma to help provide symptom relief and improve their quality of life. I most enjoy working with adult individuals who have a desire for personal growth and feel ready to self-reflect in talk therapy. I am a strong believer that hearing yourself talk out loud can be cathartic and healing. Reaching out for help so you don't go it alone can be empowering. If you are ready to take that first step, please reach out!
Coral Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety or overwhelming thoughts? Do you notice negative self-talk or self-defeating patterns that affect you and your relationships? Are you having difficulty coping with life stressors? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with young adults who are struggling with anxiety, life challenges, transitions, and relationship difficulties. My goal is to help you feel empowered in your ability to walk through life. I want to work with you to create tools to manage your anxiety, understand your emotions, and uncover patterns in your life and relationships.
Are you struggling with anxiety or overwhelming thoughts? Do you notice negative self-talk or self-defeating patterns that affect you and your relationships? Are you having difficulty coping with life stressors? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with young adults who are struggling with anxiety, life challenges, transitions, and relationship difficulties. My goal is to help you feel empowered in your ability to walk through life. I want to work with you to create tools to manage your anxiety, understand your emotions, and uncover patterns in your life and relationships.
Lauren Richardson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Solvang, CA 93463
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping individuals move away from old scripts and unhealthy views of the self. My goals are centered around helping individuals learn how to increase their quality of life and take control of their emotional experience. My clients often come to me experiencing anxiety and depression surrounding the path their lives have taken or during a difficult transition. I help them through increasing awareness and understanding and gaining the skills to make important and sustainable change.
I am passionate about helping individuals move away from old scripts and unhealthy views of the self. My goals are centered around helping individuals learn how to increase their quality of life and take control of their emotional experience. My clients often come to me experiencing anxiety and depression surrounding the path their lives have taken or during a difficult transition. I help them through increasing awareness and understanding and gaining the skills to make important and sustainable change.
Bradford Durian is an LMFT who has been licensed since September 2002. He graduated from Pepperdine University's Graduate School of Education and Psychology with a Master of Arts degree in the field of Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Bradford applies cognitive behavioral approaches to address symptoms of depression and anxiety that were pioneered by Aaron Beck and Albert Ellis. Bradford believes in the application of family systems theory in order to fully understand the individual in their historical, cultural and developmental contexts.
Bradford Durian is an LMFT who has been licensed since September 2002. He graduated from Pepperdine University's Graduate School of Education and Psychology with a Master of Arts degree in the field of Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Bradford applies cognitive behavioral approaches to address symptoms of depression and anxiety that were pioneered by Aaron Beck and Albert Ellis. Bradford believes in the application of family systems theory in order to fully understand the individual in their historical, cultural and developmental contexts.
Amanda Pyper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Buellton, CA 93427
Not accepting new clients
Do you get up in the morning and your mind is filled with worry, anxiety and dread? Do you struggle to fall asleep at night because of the "chatter" in your mind? Do you avoid doing certain things or going places because of your anxiety or fear? Life can get better and engaging in psychotherapy is often the most effective treatment option for people struggling with anxiety. In therapy we can uncover the underlying reasons for your anxiety and fear and provide you with the tools and skills to change your life to be calm and fulfilling.
Do you get up in the morning and your mind is filled with worry, anxiety and dread? Do you struggle to fall asleep at night because of the "chatter" in your mind? Do you avoid doing certain things or going places because of your anxiety or fear? Life can get better and engaging in psychotherapy is often the most effective treatment option for people struggling with anxiety. In therapy we can uncover the underlying reasons for your anxiety and fear and provide you with the tools and skills to change your life to be calm and fulfilling.
Erin Savage Pollaro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Solvang, CA 93463
Not accepting new clients
My mission as a therapist is to sit with clients in a way that supports healing and growth and encourages discovery of innate wisdom. I believe that we all possess the capacity to know peace, but that sometimes we become disconnected as a result of painful experiences and unhelpful coping patterns. Disconnection can manifest as anxiety, depression, addictive or other self-destructive behaviors, or even psychosis. When symptoms interfere with our ability to have satisfying experiences-- in relationships, at work, and in life in general-- we can benefit from getting help.
My mission as a therapist is to sit with clients in a way that supports healing and growth and encourages discovery of innate wisdom. I believe that we all possess the capacity to know peace, but that sometimes we become disconnected as a result of painful experiences and unhelpful coping patterns. Disconnection can manifest as anxiety, depression, addictive or other self-destructive behaviors, or even psychosis. When symptoms interfere with our ability to have satisfying experiences-- in relationships, at work, and in life in general-- we can benefit from getting help.
Online Therapists
Diagnostic & Counseling Center
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Our team of clinicians has training & experience in treating a variety of issues, including but not limited to ADHD, anxiety, body image/self-esteem, depression, divorce, grief, loss, OCD, relationship issues, & trauma.
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step" -Lao Tzu. Each of us experiences struggles in our lives. Reaching out for guidance and help is one of the best steps you can take. At Diagnostic & Counseling Center, we have a diverse group of highly-trained clinicians to offer support to individuals, couples, & families. We believe that each person possesses special strengths & we strive to build upon these to facilitate growth. During therapy, we encourage clients to engage in self-exploration & provide tools to help individuals lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
Our team of clinicians has training & experience in treating a variety of issues, including but not limited to ADHD, anxiety, body image/self-esteem, depression, divorce, grief, loss, OCD, relationship issues, & trauma.
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step" -Lao Tzu. Each of us experiences struggles in our lives. Reaching out for guidance and help is one of the best steps you can take. At Diagnostic & Counseling Center, we have a diverse group of highly-trained clinicians to offer support to individuals, couples, & families. We believe that each person possesses special strengths & we strive to build upon these to facilitate growth. During therapy, we encourage clients to engage in self-exploration & provide tools to help individuals lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for older teens and adults who may be dealing with symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, and self-harming behaviors that are causing impairments in everyday life and their ability to function.
My name is Jade Dearing and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Westlake Village, California, working with clients mostly in-person, but I am also open to telehealth if I feel it can be beneficial to the client. I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist working with clients with unresolved childhood developmental trauma (C-PTSD). I use EMDR, parts work (IFS informed), Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and individuals, and the Safe and Sound Protocol. I am committed to helping my clients overcome inner emotional conflicts that are preventing them from leading healthy, happy, and functional lives.
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for older teens and adults who may be dealing with symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, and self-harming behaviors that are causing impairments in everyday life and their ability to function.
My name is Jade Dearing and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Westlake Village, California, working with clients mostly in-person, but I am also open to telehealth if I feel it can be beneficial to the client. I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist working with clients with unresolved childhood developmental trauma (C-PTSD). I use EMDR, parts work (IFS informed), Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and individuals, and the Safe and Sound Protocol. I am committed to helping my clients overcome inner emotional conflicts that are preventing them from leading healthy, happy, and functional lives.
I have experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, early childhood trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults providing comprehensive psychological testing. I received my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and completed an APA predoctoral internship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Throughout my graduate training and post-doctoral training, I have worked in hospitals, schools, community mental health, and outpatient clinic settings.
I have experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, early childhood trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults providing comprehensive psychological testing. I received my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and completed an APA predoctoral internship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Throughout my graduate training and post-doctoral training, I have worked in hospitals, schools, community mental health, and outpatient clinic settings.
Staci Diner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91364 (Online Only)
Your road to managing anxiety, OCD, and finding that sweet spot despite life's curveballs is a road we can travel together.
Deciding to give therapy a shot isn't just a step – it's a leap towards taking charge of your life. On this journey, I'll be be by your side, helping you create the life you want, while dealing with the twists that anxiety, OCD, and life's uncertainties throw our way. Picture our sessions as a safe space where compassion and understanding mesh with a good dose of humor.
Your road to managing anxiety, OCD, and finding that sweet spot despite life's curveballs is a road we can travel together.
Deciding to give therapy a shot isn't just a step – it's a leap towards taking charge of your life. On this journey, I'll be be by your side, helping you create the life you want, while dealing with the twists that anxiety, OCD, and life's uncertainties throw our way. Picture our sessions as a safe space where compassion and understanding mesh with a good dose of humor.
Bonnie Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Waitlist for new clients
As an EMDR therapist, I have experienced successful outcomes for those who suffer from trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, disturbing memories, post traumatic stress, obsessive thinking, and many other emotional conditions. In the past, with more traditional therapy, these conditions were time-consuming to treat. EMDR is considered a breakthrough therapy because of its simplicity and the fact that it can bring lasting relief for most types of emotional distress. Traumatic experiences can have an unsettling effect on our mental and emotional health for years to come.
As an EMDR therapist, I have experienced successful outcomes for those who suffer from trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, disturbing memories, post traumatic stress, obsessive thinking, and many other emotional conditions. In the past, with more traditional therapy, these conditions were time-consuming to treat. EMDR is considered a breakthrough therapy because of its simplicity and the fact that it can bring lasting relief for most types of emotional distress. Traumatic experiences can have an unsettling effect on our mental and emotional health for years to come.
Teri Arana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 (Online Only)
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be. Now welcoming new patients!
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be. Now welcoming new patients!
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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.