Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Auburndale, MA
Lawrence Berger
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCMHC, LADC1, LPC
Verified Verified
Auburndale, MA 02466 (Online Only)
These include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, substance use disorders/addiction, process addictions ( gambling, internet, pornography and sexual disorders) I also do LADC (substance abuse) assessments/evaluations in NH, MA and CT for courts, universities and other purposes.
Hi, my name is Larry and I have been a licensed mental health clinician for 14 years. I take a person centered approach meaning I work with all of your strengths. I collaborate with you to find the best solutions for change. We work on goals to not only address the presenting problem but also to help you find what makes you happy in life. I am laid back but can also hold you firmly accountable with the plans of change.
These include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, substance use disorders/addiction, process addictions ( gambling, internet, pornography and sexual disorders) I also do LADC (substance abuse) assessments/evaluations in NH, MA and CT for courts, universities and other purposes.
Hi, my name is Larry and I have been a licensed mental health clinician for 14 years. I take a person centered approach meaning I work with all of your strengths. I collaborate with you to find the best solutions for change. We work on goals to not only address the presenting problem but also to help you find what makes you happy in life. I am laid back but can also hold you firmly accountable with the plans of change.
My clients range in age from preschool to young adulthood. My approach tends to be cognitive-behavioral and I actively invole the parents in the treatment and provide parental coaching/training when needed. I treat a variety of issues including ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, School Adjustment/ Functioning including learning disabilities and I currently have several clients who fall within the Autism Spectrum. I am also a licensed school psychologist and I am able to help parents understand the special education and IEP process. I work closely with school personnel around eudcational programming.
My clients range in age from preschool to young adulthood. My approach tends to be cognitive-behavioral and I actively invole the parents in the treatment and provide parental coaching/training when needed. I treat a variety of issues including ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, School Adjustment/ Functioning including learning disabilities and I currently have several clients who fall within the Autism Spectrum. I am also a licensed school psychologist and I am able to help parents understand the special education and IEP process. I work closely with school personnel around eudcational programming.
Wanda Beteau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Auburndale, MA 02466 (Online Only)
Iam Wanda Beteau, LICSW and registered clinician with 28 years experience. I believe I was put on this earth to help people. I have treated individuals of all ages with many different backgrounds. My goal is to connect with my clients and work together down the road of therapy to address the primary presenting problem. I very much enjoy the process of treating clients to support them in gaining insight and developing coping skills.
Iam Wanda Beteau, LICSW and registered clinician with 28 years experience. I believe I was put on this earth to help people. I have treated individuals of all ages with many different backgrounds. My goal is to connect with my clients and work together down the road of therapy to address the primary presenting problem. I very much enjoy the process of treating clients to support them in gaining insight and developing coping skills.
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Mary Walters-Therapy For You
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waltham, MA 02451 (Online Only)
Mary has extensive experience in treating OCD using both Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure Therapy (ERP), especially for those with taboo and highly stigmatized themes, phobias, and body focused repetitive behaviors.
Mary loves working with teens and adults. She has specialized training and expertise in working with clients who have OCD and chronic health issues. In addition to supporting clients with OCD and chronic health conditions, Mary enjoys working with clients with an array of diagnoses including anxiety, phobias, ARFID, neurodivergence, and more. She also enjoys working with the LGBTQIA+ community as well as working with couples, specifically those who are struggling with sexual compatibility and who identify as polyamorous.
Mary has extensive experience in treating OCD using both Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure Therapy (ERP), especially for those with taboo and highly stigmatized themes, phobias, and body focused repetitive behaviors.
Mary loves working with teens and adults. She has specialized training and expertise in working with clients who have OCD and chronic health issues. In addition to supporting clients with OCD and chronic health conditions, Mary enjoys working with clients with an array of diagnoses including anxiety, phobias, ARFID, neurodivergence, and more. She also enjoys working with the LGBTQIA+ community as well as working with couples, specifically those who are struggling with sexual compatibility and who identify as polyamorous.
Some of the areas I specialize in are anxiety, OCD, mild ASD, ADHD, adjustment to life events and transitions, parent guidance, stress management, and interpersonal relationship problems.
I bring a warm, supportive, and down-to-earth approach to therapy, with a dash of humor and creativity. My approach is to collaborate with you on developing skills and strategies to cope more effectively, as well as understand underlying patterns and past events that contribute to your current situation. We all struggle to see our strengths, at times, and therapy is a place to embrace those strengths and utilize them to balance out the unique challenges we face.
Some of the areas I specialize in are anxiety, OCD, mild ASD, ADHD, adjustment to life events and transitions, parent guidance, stress management, and interpersonal relationship problems.
I bring a warm, supportive, and down-to-earth approach to therapy, with a dash of humor and creativity. My approach is to collaborate with you on developing skills and strategies to cope more effectively, as well as understand underlying patterns and past events that contribute to your current situation. We all struggle to see our strengths, at times, and therapy is a place to embrace those strengths and utilize them to balance out the unique challenges we face.
Kaitlin Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02456 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with a wide variety of concerns and specialize in treating anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
I am currently accepting new clients and have daytime and evening availability.
I enjoy working with a wide variety of concerns and specialize in treating anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
I am currently accepting new clients and have daytime and evening availability.
I am a cognitive behavioral psychologist specializing in anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, and self-worth. My clients tend to be high functioning in some domains (e.g., professionally) while suffering greatly in others (e.g., relationships, sense of self, mood). I work with individuals with a deep-seated desire to excel and maintain a sense of order and control, which often veers into rigid patterns of thinking, behaving, and interacting with the world and themselves. I help my clients integrate their high-functioning capabilities with a greater sense of flexibility, balance, and openness.
I am a cognitive behavioral psychologist specializing in anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, and self-worth. My clients tend to be high functioning in some domains (e.g., professionally) while suffering greatly in others (e.g., relationships, sense of self, mood). I work with individuals with a deep-seated desire to excel and maintain a sense of order and control, which often veers into rigid patterns of thinking, behaving, and interacting with the world and themselves. I help my clients integrate their high-functioning capabilities with a greater sense of flexibility, balance, and openness.
I specialize in anxiety ( OCD, panic, phobias) and depression.
Ready to find peace with specific problems you face or make changes that will alter how you feel about yourself, your life and your relationships? Therapy involves a large commitment of time, money and energy, so finding a therapist you match well with is essential. My approach is very interactive, supportive and engaged. My first goal is to help you shed light on issues you may be struggling with. Next, we actively work to make expedient changes that will qualitatively change the way you feel on a daily basis with yourself and in your relationships.
I specialize in anxiety ( OCD, panic, phobias) and depression.
Ready to find peace with specific problems you face or make changes that will alter how you feel about yourself, your life and your relationships? Therapy involves a large commitment of time, money and energy, so finding a therapist you match well with is essential. My approach is very interactive, supportive and engaged. My first goal is to help you shed light on issues you may be struggling with. Next, we actively work to make expedient changes that will qualitatively change the way you feel on a daily basis with yourself and in your relationships.
I specialize in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) using gold-standard and emerging best practices including Exposure therapy, Inference-Based Cognitive therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
CBT really works! Especially when you are working with a trained and experienced therapist. I hold advanced certification in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and use this approach exclusively. Together we will work to improve your insight, mood and motivation. You will learn what influences your mood and decision-making, and how ways of thinking and doing can lead to feeling stuck and hopeless. In addition to CBT, I can teach you powerful skills to improve distress tolerance and emotional regulation. These are skills you will learn to use now, and can rely on in the future.
I specialize in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) using gold-standard and emerging best practices including Exposure therapy, Inference-Based Cognitive therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
CBT really works! Especially when you are working with a trained and experienced therapist. I hold advanced certification in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and use this approach exclusively. Together we will work to improve your insight, mood and motivation. You will learn what influences your mood and decision-making, and how ways of thinking and doing can lead to feeling stuck and hopeless. In addition to CBT, I can teach you powerful skills to improve distress tolerance and emotional regulation. These are skills you will learn to use now, and can rely on in the future.
, obsessive-compulsive disorder; panic disorder) and posttraumatic stress disorder.
I provide therapy for adults and adolescents who are feeling trapped by anxiety, fear, unwanted thoughts (or memories), and other distressing emotions related to anxiety disorders and trauma (e.g., fear, guilt, shame, sadness).
, obsessive-compulsive disorder; panic disorder) and posttraumatic stress disorder.
I provide therapy for adults and adolescents who are feeling trapped by anxiety, fear, unwanted thoughts (or memories), and other distressing emotions related to anxiety disorders and trauma (e.g., fear, guilt, shame, sadness).
Karen Chinca-Nourished Minds Counseling + Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02460
At Nourished Minds, we offer compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based counseling to adolescents, adults, and families. We provide a safe, affirming, and inclusive therapeutic space for clients struggling with a wide range of mental health disorders which include anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, OCD, and depression. Our licensed and experienced therapists specialize in treatment modalities which include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and internal family systems (IFS).
At Nourished Minds, we offer compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based counseling to adolescents, adults, and families. We provide a safe, affirming, and inclusive therapeutic space for clients struggling with a wide range of mental health disorders which include anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, OCD, and depression. Our licensed and experienced therapists specialize in treatment modalities which include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and internal family systems (IFS).
I have over 25 years of experience in providing evidence-based treatment for adults and teens who have conditions including anxiety disorders (panic disorder, OCD, generalized anxiety), depression, and chronic pain. I completed my graduate training at the University of Florida in 2000 and I have been practicing in Boston since 2002. I am a Research Associate Professor at Boston University in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences where I teach graduate courses in psychology.
I have over 25 years of experience in providing evidence-based treatment for adults and teens who have conditions including anxiety disorders (panic disorder, OCD, generalized anxiety), depression, and chronic pain. I completed my graduate training at the University of Florida in 2000 and I have been practicing in Boston since 2002. I am a Research Associate Professor at Boston University in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences where I teach graduate courses in psychology.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder And Anxiety Alexandra Libstag
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02464
I am a member of the International OCD Foundation and have received specialized training in Exposure and Response Prevention.
Are you caught up in OCD, anxiety, or a specific phobia that is preventing you from living the life you want to live? Do you feel stuck in your own mind and overwhelmed by simply getting through the day? I am passionate about helping older teens and adults get unstuck from unhelpful "stuff." I offer individual therapy for motivated people who are tired of accommodating their OCD or phobia, can't avoid their anxiety any longer, and are sick of being trapped in their own thoughts. Our sessions together can be a space of exploration, personal development, confidence-building, and healing.
I am a member of the International OCD Foundation and have received specialized training in Exposure and Response Prevention.
Are you caught up in OCD, anxiety, or a specific phobia that is preventing you from living the life you want to live? Do you feel stuck in your own mind and overwhelmed by simply getting through the day? I am passionate about helping older teens and adults get unstuck from unhelpful "stuff." I offer individual therapy for motivated people who are tired of accommodating their OCD or phobia, can't avoid their anxiety any longer, and are sick of being trapped in their own thoughts. Our sessions together can be a space of exploration, personal development, confidence-building, and healing.
Miriam E Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ScD, LICSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02456
I use the most effective treatments for anxiety and OCD: Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and family coaching as needed.
I specialize in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, perinatal anxiety, and other anxiety disorders. I help my clients decrease and manage emotional and physical distress, and increase well-being. My clients range in age from 17 through older adulthood. I work collaboratively and actively with my clients to achieve their short and long term goals. My approach is always compassionate, respectful, and optimistic. My goals are to reduce symptoms while helping clients move toward positive long-term changes.
I use the most effective treatments for anxiety and OCD: Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and family coaching as needed.
I specialize in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, perinatal anxiety, and other anxiety disorders. I help my clients decrease and manage emotional and physical distress, and increase well-being. My clients range in age from 17 through older adulthood. I work collaboratively and actively with my clients to achieve their short and long term goals. My approach is always compassionate, respectful, and optimistic. My goals are to reduce symptoms while helping clients move toward positive long-term changes.
I am a psychologist at McLean Hospital and a Lecturer of Psychology at Harvard Medical School. I have worked as a staff psychologist at McLean Hospital’s Anxiety Mastery Program with children and adolescents (and their families) with anxiety disorders in an intensive outpatient setting. Additionally, I completed my postdoctoral fellowship at McLean Hospital’s 3East DBT programs. I earned my PhD at Boston University. I have expertise in treating children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, panic disorder, AR/FID, school avoidance, and borderline personality disorder.
I am a psychologist at McLean Hospital and a Lecturer of Psychology at Harvard Medical School. I have worked as a staff psychologist at McLean Hospital’s Anxiety Mastery Program with children and adolescents (and their families) with anxiety disorders in an intensive outpatient setting. Additionally, I completed my postdoctoral fellowship at McLean Hospital’s 3East DBT programs. I earned my PhD at Boston University. I have expertise in treating children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, panic disorder, AR/FID, school avoidance, and borderline personality disorder.
Those with anxiety or OCD can face their fears in the comfort and safety of their own home or, if useful, on a "field trip" with me to provide guidance and support.
As a cognitive-behavioral psychologist, I help clients understand how thoughts directly impact feelings and behaviors. Clients and I will work together to identify the automatic thoughts that accompany feelings such as anxiety, sadness, frustration, and anger. When we're anxious or upset, our thoughts are often inaccurate and overly negative, both about ourselves and others. When we start listening to our thoughts, we can replace them with more accurate and constructive ones, resulting in more positive feelings and behaviors and improved relationships.
Those with anxiety or OCD can face their fears in the comfort and safety of their own home or, if useful, on a "field trip" with me to provide guidance and support.
As a cognitive-behavioral psychologist, I help clients understand how thoughts directly impact feelings and behaviors. Clients and I will work together to identify the automatic thoughts that accompany feelings such as anxiety, sadness, frustration, and anger. When we're anxious or upset, our thoughts are often inaccurate and overly negative, both about ourselves and others. When we start listening to our thoughts, we can replace them with more accurate and constructive ones, resulting in more positive feelings and behaviors and improved relationships.
OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonald, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02456 (Online Only)
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
Colleen Porter
Counselor, LCMHC, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02456 (Online Only)
My clients are motivated to make changes, but they need guidance, structure, and encouragement to do so. When working together, I will always meet you where you're at, help you formulate your goals, and gently push you towards values-based living. I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety. My hope is that I can help you find your voice and build confidence through my compassionate, down-to-earth therapy style. I also love to infuse creativity whenever possible to help deepen the therapeutic experience and foster self-reflection.
My clients are motivated to make changes, but they need guidance, structure, and encouragement to do so. When working together, I will always meet you where you're at, help you formulate your goals, and gently push you towards values-based living. I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety. My hope is that I can help you find your voice and build confidence through my compassionate, down-to-earth therapy style. I also love to infuse creativity whenever possible to help deepen the therapeutic experience and foster self-reflection.
Dr. Brittany Mathes Winnicki
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weston, MA 02493 (Online Only)
Asking for help is hard and takes courage. Kudos to you for taking the first step. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals with anxiety, OCD, and trauma-related conditions (e.g., PTSD). My clients often come to me feeling stuck in repetitive thoughts, uncomfortable emotions, and unhelpful patterns of behavior. I flexibly integrate techniques from evidence-based psychotherapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and exposure-based therapies, to meet my clients' unique needs.
Asking for help is hard and takes courage. Kudos to you for taking the first step. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals with anxiety, OCD, and trauma-related conditions (e.g., PTSD). My clients often come to me feeling stuck in repetitive thoughts, uncomfortable emotions, and unhelpful patterns of behavior. I flexibly integrate techniques from evidence-based psychotherapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and exposure-based therapies, to meet my clients' unique needs.
Aliza Stein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Newton, MA 02465
Waitlist for new clients
I currently work as a staff psychologist at the McLean Hospital OCD Institute specializing in exposure and response prevention for obsessive compulsive and related disorders.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based treatments for mood, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive spectrum, and related disorders. I aim to help you build a meaningful life while tackling the tough emotions that come with it. Whether engaging in long-term or short-term therapy, I meet clients where they are, tailoring my approach to their unique needs using primarily Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). My approach is centered on the client, providing validation, nonjudgmental support, and tangible tools for personal growth.
I currently work as a staff psychologist at the McLean Hospital OCD Institute specializing in exposure and response prevention for obsessive compulsive and related disorders.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based treatments for mood, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive spectrum, and related disorders. I aim to help you build a meaningful life while tackling the tough emotions that come with it. Whether engaging in long-term or short-term therapy, I meet clients where they are, tailoring my approach to their unique needs using primarily Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). My approach is centered on the client, providing validation, nonjudgmental support, and tangible tools for personal growth.
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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.