Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Hamilton, NJ

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Kimberly Mclaughlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08690
I am an active member of several professional organizations including Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies(ABCT), International OCD Foundation(I OCDF), and PracticeGround.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over fifteen years of clinical experience working with adolescents and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, including obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD), specific phobias, social phobias, generalized anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. I also specialize in treating clients with difficulty regulating emotions and help them to work towards leading meaningful, goal-directed lives.
I am an active member of several professional organizations including Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies(ABCT), International OCD Foundation(I OCDF), and PracticeGround.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over fifteen years of clinical experience working with adolescents and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, including obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD), specific phobias, social phobias, generalized anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. I also specialize in treating clients with difficulty regulating emotions and help them to work towards leading meaningful, goal-directed lives.
(609) 256-6378 View (609) 256-6378
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Keeley McGregor
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
I offer counseling for individuals ages 17 and up struggling with anxiety, depression, body image issues, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, and ADHD.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, anxious, confused, depressed, or unheard? Are you having difficulties or conflicts within your family or relationships and are not sure what to do? Maybe you just need an outlet to process stress and life's challenges, and would like some perspective and professional feedback. Whether you are going through a major life shift or just need a space to focus on your goals, I am here to help you tap into and bring out the best version of yourself. We'll work together to nurture your strengths, find your voice, and improve your overall health and wellbeing.
I offer counseling for individuals ages 17 and up struggling with anxiety, depression, body image issues, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, and ADHD.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, anxious, confused, depressed, or unheard? Are you having difficulties or conflicts within your family or relationships and are not sure what to do? Maybe you just need an outlet to process stress and life's challenges, and would like some perspective and professional feedback. Whether you are going through a major life shift or just need a space to focus on your goals, I am here to help you tap into and bring out the best version of yourself. We'll work together to nurture your strengths, find your voice, and improve your overall health and wellbeing.
(973) 577-5479 View (973) 577-5479
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Victoria Vilk - Milestone Counseling & Wellness
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08610
I work with emerging adults and adolescents trying to find their place in this world. If you or your child are struggling with self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, phobias, PTSD, OCD, or other stress disorders, I can help! I practice with a holistic view of therapy - using the mind, body, and soul as part of the therapeutic process. Specifically, I bring solution-focused goals to therapy for behavioral changes that are not beneficial to long-term well-being.
I work with emerging adults and adolescents trying to find their place in this world. If you or your child are struggling with self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, phobias, PTSD, OCD, or other stress disorders, I can help! I practice with a holistic view of therapy - using the mind, body, and soul as part of the therapeutic process. Specifically, I bring solution-focused goals to therapy for behavioral changes that are not beneficial to long-term well-being.
(267) 494-6295 View (267) 494-6295
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Dale Mooney LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08610  (Online Only)
HI! I am an LCSW and have an additional therapist available in Northern Ocean County. I have been very successful with working with individual grief therapy, anxiety and depression, OCD, bi-polar disorder and everyday stress management. I can offer life coaching and have experience with health issues and end of life care. I also work with behavioral change. The key is to promote positive change and work on life management skills. Some treatment options are cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and brief therapy.
HI! I am an LCSW and have an additional therapist available in Northern Ocean County. I have been very successful with working with individual grief therapy, anxiety and depression, OCD, bi-polar disorder and everyday stress management. I can offer life coaching and have experience with health issues and end of life care. I also work with behavioral change. The key is to promote positive change and work on life management skills. Some treatment options are cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and brief therapy.
(732) 598-5124 View (732) 598-5124
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Kim Finnie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08619
Some of human suffering is about the way we experience the events of our lives rather than the things themselves. Therapy offers an opportunity to bring awareness to our experiences and change our relationship to them rather than try to change the events themselves. Through this approach, we gain a sense of control in our lives and positively experience and influence its direction. If we believe that we have power within us to achieve health and happiness, then the events in our lives that cause us pain and suffering can be seen as an opportunity to learn about ourselves and experience personal growth.
Some of human suffering is about the way we experience the events of our lives rather than the things themselves. Therapy offers an opportunity to bring awareness to our experiences and change our relationship to them rather than try to change the events themselves. Through this approach, we gain a sense of control in our lives and positively experience and influence its direction. If we believe that we have power within us to achieve health and happiness, then the events in our lives that cause us pain and suffering can be seen as an opportunity to learn about ourselves and experience personal growth.
(856) 942-4717 View (856) 942-4717
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Samantha Notaro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08691
I have worked in the field of mental health since 2018. I have experience working with children, adolescents, military personnel and families, and adults in outpatient, residential, in home, school based settings, drug court, and partial care settings where I would facilitate, family, and individual counseling.I utilize evidence based approached such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and person centered therapy within my therapy sessions.
I have worked in the field of mental health since 2018. I have experience working with children, adolescents, military personnel and families, and adults in outpatient, residential, in home, school based settings, drug court, and partial care settings where I would facilitate, family, and individual counseling.I utilize evidence based approached such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and person centered therapy within my therapy sessions.
(609) 354-7348 View (609) 354-7348
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Laura D'Alessandro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08690  (Online Only)
Therapy can provide a space to tap into our inner resilience, have a sense of connectedness, and sort out our thoughts. I strive to create an atmosphere of support where you feel able to explore your mind, work through life's challenges, as well as gain insight and skills along the way. My approach includes mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), compassion based therapy, and trauma informed care to help those seeking long or short term therapy. I highly value the presence of validation, trust, humor, and compassion in a therapeutic relationship.
Therapy can provide a space to tap into our inner resilience, have a sense of connectedness, and sort out our thoughts. I strive to create an atmosphere of support where you feel able to explore your mind, work through life's challenges, as well as gain insight and skills along the way. My approach includes mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), compassion based therapy, and trauma informed care to help those seeking long or short term therapy. I highly value the presence of validation, trust, humor, and compassion in a therapeutic relationship.
(609) 293-5138 View (609) 293-5138
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Brianna Freno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08610
I specialize in Trauma & PTSD, Domestic Violence, and Anxiety. My ideal client is ready to be open and accepting of the therapeutic process, committed to participating and collaborating. My ideal client is looking to either begin or continue their healing journey from the past to gain a more insightful and healthy perspective on life in the now and future.
I specialize in Trauma & PTSD, Domestic Violence, and Anxiety. My ideal client is ready to be open and accepting of the therapeutic process, committed to participating and collaborating. My ideal client is looking to either begin or continue their healing journey from the past to gain a more insightful and healthy perspective on life in the now and future.
(609) 354-7798 View (609) 354-7798
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Tiffany Padilla
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08619
We all have our own story to tell and experiences that are unique to us. Therapy creates a safe space to share those experiences and make positive steps towards growth. I see therapy as a collaborative journey between the client and counselor. My approach will utilize various evidence-based practices that will be specific to your needs. I will work hard to learn about you and your journey as well as take steps to discover and learn how to help you along the way.
We all have our own story to tell and experiences that are unique to us. Therapy creates a safe space to share those experiences and make positive steps towards growth. I see therapy as a collaborative journey between the client and counselor. My approach will utilize various evidence-based practices that will be specific to your needs. I will work hard to learn about you and your journey as well as take steps to discover and learn how to help you along the way.
(609) 834-4592 View (609) 834-4592
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Carmen Lynn Hodges
Psychologist, PsyD, LCADC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08619  (Online Only)
I am a NJ Licensed Psychologist & a NJ Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor with more than 30 years experience. I use a biopsychosocial model of assessment. I have worked in a number of places including: a domestic violence shelter, prisons, drug treatment facilities, colleges, a high school, nursing facilities, Joint Base MDL & Disability Determinations. I provide Telemedicine Only treatment (not face to face). for State of NJ Residents Only. We meet through a therapy portal. I do not provide couples, or family therapy, or treatment in Spanish. Emails with a phone number typically get a faster response.
I am a NJ Licensed Psychologist & a NJ Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor with more than 30 years experience. I use a biopsychosocial model of assessment. I have worked in a number of places including: a domestic violence shelter, prisons, drug treatment facilities, colleges, a high school, nursing facilities, Joint Base MDL & Disability Determinations. I provide Telemedicine Only treatment (not face to face). for State of NJ Residents Only. We meet through a therapy portal. I do not provide couples, or family therapy, or treatment in Spanish. Emails with a phone number typically get a faster response.
(609) 359-0293 View (609) 359-0293
Photo of Diana Cofsky, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Diana Cofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08610
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
(609) 834-4935 View (609) 834-4935
Photo of Lauren O'Connell, LPC, ACS, Licensed Professional Counselor
Lauren O'Connell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08619  (Online Only)
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children (ages 8-17) and young adults (18 years and over) who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children (ages 8-17) and young adults (18 years and over) who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
(609) 849-3197 View (609) 849-3197
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Jaimie (Farkas) Miraglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08691  (Online Only)
I believe strongly in the resilience of people, and that a healthy therapeutic relationship can promote trust, healing, and personal growth. Learning to listen to yourself with the support of a trusting individual, can help you live a more fulfilling life. I believe everyone has innate strengths, giving them the ability to find solutions in areas of their life causing stress. I will support you, encourage you, and challenge you to achieve the goals you have by building a trusting environment and relationship in which you can feel safe to discover areas of yourself that are in need of healing and manageability.
I believe strongly in the resilience of people, and that a healthy therapeutic relationship can promote trust, healing, and personal growth. Learning to listen to yourself with the support of a trusting individual, can help you live a more fulfilling life. I believe everyone has innate strengths, giving them the ability to find solutions in areas of their life causing stress. I will support you, encourage you, and challenge you to achieve the goals you have by building a trusting environment and relationship in which you can feel safe to discover areas of yourself that are in need of healing and manageability.
(609) 201-1367 View (609) 201-1367
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Mildred C Francisco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08619
Welcome to my practice. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience working with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, adjustment disorders, and relationship conflicts. It is often difficult to decide to come to therapy, but this decision could be a life transforming experience. I'm here to help. I firmly believe in providing a safe and supportive environment that cultivates trust, empathy, and genuine care. My approach is soothing, engaging, and informative.
Welcome to my practice. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience working with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, adjustment disorders, and relationship conflicts. It is often difficult to decide to come to therapy, but this decision could be a life transforming experience. I'm here to help. I firmly believe in providing a safe and supportive environment that cultivates trust, empathy, and genuine care. My approach is soothing, engaging, and informative.
(609) 256-6552 View (609) 256-6552
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Maggie Masterton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08690
I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents, and families. I have numerous years experience working with children across a variety of clinical and educational settings, incorporating the use of play therapy and informed by current research in child development. I meet my clients with warmth, respect, and a desire to work to facilitate a relationship of deep understanding. Utilizing an integrative perspective, I engage my clients in creative and individualized therapeutic approaches, help them deepen their understanding of themselves, and support their work towards greater emotional health and well-being.
I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents, and families. I have numerous years experience working with children across a variety of clinical and educational settings, incorporating the use of play therapy and informed by current research in child development. I meet my clients with warmth, respect, and a desire to work to facilitate a relationship of deep understanding. Utilizing an integrative perspective, I engage my clients in creative and individualized therapeutic approaches, help them deepen their understanding of themselves, and support their work towards greater emotional health and well-being.
(856) 347-3475 View (856) 347-3475
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Monica Barria
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08620  (Online Only)
Now more than ever seeking out therapeutic support can have tremendous benefits. Many people find that counselors can be an asset to processing thoughts and difficult emotions, setting goals for personal growth, navigating relationships including family transitions and marital issues, and the challenges of everyday life. I can provide a fresh, unbiased perspective on a situation or current stressors to help you achieve balance and increased motivation. There is power in opening up and challenging ourselves in ways that we don't often get the chance to do because of fear or misunderstanding. I am here to help!
Now more than ever seeking out therapeutic support can have tremendous benefits. Many people find that counselors can be an asset to processing thoughts and difficult emotions, setting goals for personal growth, navigating relationships including family transitions and marital issues, and the challenges of everyday life. I can provide a fresh, unbiased perspective on a situation or current stressors to help you achieve balance and increased motivation. There is power in opening up and challenging ourselves in ways that we don't often get the chance to do because of fear or misunderstanding. I am here to help!
(609) 910-4757 View (609) 910-4757
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Karen M Sheridan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08619
I am a Licensed Psychologist with a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology. I specialize in therapy for children, pre-school through adolescence, and their families. I also work with a broad spectrum of adults and couples. I combine therapeutic play, mind-body and brain-based therapies, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help children better understand their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Through therapy, children can then learn to make better choices, have healthier relationships, and feel positive about themselves. My work with children includes trauma, grief, adjustment to parent separation/divorce, difficulties with mood, problem behaviors, social challenges, ADD/ADHD; Asperger's Disorder, and Autism.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology. I specialize in therapy for children, pre-school through adolescence, and their families. I also work with a broad spectrum of adults and couples. I combine therapeutic play, mind-body and brain-based therapies, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help children better understand their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Through therapy, children can then learn to make better choices, have healthier relationships, and feel positive about themselves. My work with children includes trauma, grief, adjustment to parent separation/divorce, difficulties with mood, problem behaviors, social challenges, ADD/ADHD; Asperger's Disorder, and Autism.
(267) 281-6006 View (267) 281-6006
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Frank W. Thewes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08619
You want to move past racing thoughts and avoiding your life. Past sadness and low motivation. Past the same draining arguments with your partner. Past experiences that follow you and won't stay in the past. And past big decisions that get you stuck. You are looking to get out of feeling overwhelmed. You want to learn how to get more control. You want more than mediocre cookie-cutter therapy. You want therapy that is personalized for you and about you. You want therapy that fits into your stressful life. Even if asking for help is hard for you, you’re at a point where you are ready to do it because you want something to change.
You want to move past racing thoughts and avoiding your life. Past sadness and low motivation. Past the same draining arguments with your partner. Past experiences that follow you and won't stay in the past. And past big decisions that get you stuck. You are looking to get out of feeling overwhelmed. You want to learn how to get more control. You want more than mediocre cookie-cutter therapy. You want therapy that is personalized for you and about you. You want therapy that fits into your stressful life. Even if asking for help is hard for you, you’re at a point where you are ready to do it because you want something to change.
(609) 997-0731 View (609) 997-0731
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Diana Cofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08690
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
(609) 418-4632 View (609) 418-4632
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Rachel Curran
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor whose career has been dedicated to working with adolescents, adults and families in a clinical or school setting. I specialize in eating disorders, self-esteem and body image, as well as anxiety and depression. My work with clients takes on a holistic approach, with a goal of determining counseling techniques most appropriate for your personal exploration, insight and growth. I come into a counseling session with a foundation in person-centered counseling, offering a warm, safe, non-judgmental, empathic, goal-oriented space for you to dive in, explore, and take action towards positive change.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor whose career has been dedicated to working with adolescents, adults and families in a clinical or school setting. I specialize in eating disorders, self-esteem and body image, as well as anxiety and depression. My work with clients takes on a holistic approach, with a goal of determining counseling techniques most appropriate for your personal exploration, insight and growth. I come into a counseling session with a foundation in person-centered counseling, offering a warm, safe, non-judgmental, empathic, goal-oriented space for you to dive in, explore, and take action towards positive change.
(609) 564-5073 View (609) 564-5073
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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.