Hoarding Therapists in Middletown, NY

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Amanda Parish
Counselor, LMHC-D, NCC, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Middletown, NY 10940  (Online Only)
Change is hard. I am so PROUD of you for taking the first step to seek help because let's face it, admitting you need help and asking for it, is really hard. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to sort through the pieces and find your power again. I find it important to build an authentic relationship where there can be validation and some gentle challenging to help you grow into the version of yourself that you want to be.
Change is hard. I am so PROUD of you for taking the first step to seek help because let's face it, admitting you need help and asking for it, is really hard. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to sort through the pieces and find your power again. I find it important to build an authentic relationship where there can be validation and some gentle challenging to help you grow into the version of yourself that you want to be.
(845) 286-9991 View (845) 286-9991
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Pillar Therapy
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Middletown, NY 10940  (Online Only)
I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.***Do you suffer from anxiety whether it's Covid-19 related or worldly day to day pressures? Do you have children who are struggling with school or interpersonal conflicts? Are you a teenager who people "don't get" and you just feel lost and alone in the world, and can't seem to allow anybody in, no matter how hard you try? Are you a parent who is having difficulty in getting through to your kids, and feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for clarity and perspective? Look no further, Hope is here!
I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.***Do you suffer from anxiety whether it's Covid-19 related or worldly day to day pressures? Do you have children who are struggling with school or interpersonal conflicts? Are you a teenager who people "don't get" and you just feel lost and alone in the world, and can't seem to allow anybody in, no matter how hard you try? Are you a parent who is having difficulty in getting through to your kids, and feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for clarity and perspective? Look no further, Hope is here!
(845) 479-5729 View (845) 479-5729
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Regina Ann Orsi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS, CHT
Verified Verified
Middletown, NY 10940
Regina Orsi has been the owner of Synergy of Spirit Counseling & Hypnosis Center since 1998. She is a gifted and compassionate Licensed Psychotherapist and Metaphysical Healer. She has been on a spiritual quest to provide clients with innovative techniques to heal the body, mind,and soul in an accelerated fashion. With gentle guidance, you can reinvent your life, sculpting it to your personalized image. Allow yourself to be at peace, regardless of your life circumstances!
Regina Orsi has been the owner of Synergy of Spirit Counseling & Hypnosis Center since 1998. She is a gifted and compassionate Licensed Psychotherapist and Metaphysical Healer. She has been on a spiritual quest to provide clients with innovative techniques to heal the body, mind,and soul in an accelerated fashion. With gentle guidance, you can reinvent your life, sculpting it to your personalized image. Allow yourself to be at peace, regardless of your life circumstances!
(845) 271-2171 View (845) 271-2171
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Beacon Place, LLC
LCSW, MA, CBIS, CASAC
Verified Verified
Middletown, NY 10940
Sometimes challenges in life or traumatic events such as a Traumatic Brain Injury, stroke, trauma, disability or aging can have a profound impact on our life. As a result we can feel confused, frustrated, isolated and alone, unsure what to do. At Beacon Place we're here to help providing person-centered services for children, adolescents and adults to help hem reach their goals. Whether it be depression, anxiety, having been through a traumatic event, Traumatic Brain Injury, difficulties with aging, disability, stroke, couples or relationship problems or other difficulties, we are here for you.
Sometimes challenges in life or traumatic events such as a Traumatic Brain Injury, stroke, trauma, disability or aging can have a profound impact on our life. As a result we can feel confused, frustrated, isolated and alone, unsure what to do. At Beacon Place we're here to help providing person-centered services for children, adolescents and adults to help hem reach their goals. Whether it be depression, anxiety, having been through a traumatic event, Traumatic Brain Injury, difficulties with aging, disability, stroke, couples or relationship problems or other difficulties, we are here for you.
(845) 637-2032 View (845) 637-2032
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Prism Psychotherapy LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, CYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middletown, NY 10940
I am a skilled and experienced psychotherapist and certified yoga teacher offering an eclectic, individualized and holistic approach to clients. I provide ongoing or short term support, guidance and skills to those having difficulty coping with life transitions, dysfunctional patterns of thinking or behaviors and traumatic events. I treat adults, children and families who are open and willing to participate in self-discovery and find deeper connection to their truest self. I believe the frenzied pace of our frenetic lifestyle often prevents us from connecting with our own wisdom. I take great joy in helping others envision and manifest their potential.
I am a skilled and experienced psychotherapist and certified yoga teacher offering an eclectic, individualized and holistic approach to clients. I provide ongoing or short term support, guidance and skills to those having difficulty coping with life transitions, dysfunctional patterns of thinking or behaviors and traumatic events. I treat adults, children and families who are open and willing to participate in self-discovery and find deeper connection to their truest self. I believe the frenzied pace of our frenetic lifestyle often prevents us from connecting with our own wisdom. I take great joy in helping others envision and manifest their potential.
(845) 762-3127 View (845) 762-3127
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Jennifer Candela
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Middletown, NY 10940  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Waitlist closed - please check back in Fall/Winter 2024. I provide a compassionate therapeutic environment in which you can begin your journey of healing and personal development. My goal as your therapist is to apply a combination of safety, compassion and clinical expertise to empower you to heal and reach your greatest potential. I enjoy working with people from a broad diversity of histories and identities. All are safe and welcome here. I specialize in counseling adults experiencing acute stress, trauma, anxiety, panic, phobia, OCD, PTSD and the effects of growing up in dysfunctional family settings (ACA).
Waitlist closed - please check back in Fall/Winter 2024. I provide a compassionate therapeutic environment in which you can begin your journey of healing and personal development. My goal as your therapist is to apply a combination of safety, compassion and clinical expertise to empower you to heal and reach your greatest potential. I enjoy working with people from a broad diversity of histories and identities. All are safe and welcome here. I specialize in counseling adults experiencing acute stress, trauma, anxiety, panic, phobia, OCD, PTSD and the effects of growing up in dysfunctional family settings (ACA).
(845) 741-3211 View (845) 741-3211
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Embrace Therapy -
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Middletown, NY 10940
When you seek the emotional growth that you deserve, you will experience change and improvements in your relationships. The therapeutic process will push you beyond the limits of your comfort; but at the end of the journey, you will experience growth, change in perspective, increase self-awareness and increase coping skills to improve the quality of your life. We are a private practice group that provides general psychotherapy treatment such as anxiety, depression and also specializes in women's maternal mental wellbeing such as postpartum, infertility and stillbirth. We are dedicated to restoring our client’s mental wellbeing.
When you seek the emotional growth that you deserve, you will experience change and improvements in your relationships. The therapeutic process will push you beyond the limits of your comfort; but at the end of the journey, you will experience growth, change in perspective, increase self-awareness and increase coping skills to improve the quality of your life. We are a private practice group that provides general psychotherapy treatment such as anxiety, depression and also specializes in women's maternal mental wellbeing such as postpartum, infertility and stillbirth. We are dedicated to restoring our client’s mental wellbeing.
(914) 402-9682 View (914) 402-9682
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Henry Cames
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Middletown, NY 10940
If you are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, or are coping with traumatic event, and have decided that something needs to change and you want to improve the quality of your life --therapy can help you find a better path forward. Together we can develop goals that will help you achieve less stress, feel better, and process difficult life events that you may feel have been dragging you down.
If you are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, or are coping with traumatic event, and have decided that something needs to change and you want to improve the quality of your life --therapy can help you find a better path forward. Together we can develop goals that will help you achieve less stress, feel better, and process difficult life events that you may feel have been dragging you down.
(718) 736-2496 View (718) 736-2496

More Therapists Nearby

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Dr. Michele Winchester-Vega & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-R, ACSW, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Florida, NY 10921
Dr. Michele Winchester-Vega and Associates is a group private practice with over 10 Licensed professionals that specialize in a variety of modalities and treatment specialties. Treatment is offered to those aged 6 and above and individual, family and group modalities are available. We are involved in teaching and hold faculty positions as well as providing consultation/ supervision to other professionals. Spanish speaking services available.
Dr. Michele Winchester-Vega and Associates is a group private practice with over 10 Licensed professionals that specialize in a variety of modalities and treatment specialties. Treatment is offered to those aged 6 and above and individual, family and group modalities are available. We are involved in teaching and hold faculty positions as well as providing consultation/ supervision to other professionals. Spanish speaking services available.
(845) 720-4276 View (845) 720-4276

Online Therapists

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Colleen Baker-Orthwein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10028
My practice, affiliated with Attune Psychotherapy, focuses on treating eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, hoarding disorder, OCD and mood disorders, specializing in a Health at Every Size framework and emphasizing body positivity.
First off, congratulations on taking a major step for yourself by seeking a therapist. It would be an honor to help you further develop your sense of self, explore the depth of what you've experienced and begin to find and celebrate the joy in your life. I spent many years early on in my career with Monte Nido and Affiliates, holding roles ranging from Recovery Coach to Lead Therapist and pair my strong passion for recovery advocacy with my therapeutic specializations through my supervisory work with eating disorder non-profit Project HEAL.
My practice, affiliated with Attune Psychotherapy, focuses on treating eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, hoarding disorder, OCD and mood disorders, specializing in a Health at Every Size framework and emphasizing body positivity.
First off, congratulations on taking a major step for yourself by seeking a therapist. It would be an honor to help you further develop your sense of self, explore the depth of what you've experienced and begin to find and celebrate the joy in your life. I spent many years early on in my career with Monte Nido and Affiliates, holding roles ranging from Recovery Coach to Lead Therapist and pair my strong passion for recovery advocacy with my therapeutic specializations through my supervisory work with eating disorder non-profit Project HEAL.
(347) 652-2786 View (347) 652-2786
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Dr. Danielle Keller
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bay Shore, NY 11706
I have been providing guidance and support for individuals struggling with their mental health for several years. As a trained psychologist, I specialize in CBT for anxiety-related disorders (social anxiety, panic, phobia, GAD, perfectionism, body image), ERP for OCD-related disorders (BDD, skin picking, hair pulling, hoarding), and DBT for emotion dysregulation. I also help with relationship problems, stress management, and career/life transitions. With my holistic approach, I am committed to helping stabilize your overall wellness by strengthening self-care, quality of life, mind-body health, and interpersonal relationships.
I have been providing guidance and support for individuals struggling with their mental health for several years. As a trained psychologist, I specialize in CBT for anxiety-related disorders (social anxiety, panic, phobia, GAD, perfectionism, body image), ERP for OCD-related disorders (BDD, skin picking, hair pulling, hoarding), and DBT for emotion dysregulation. I also help with relationship problems, stress management, and career/life transitions. With my holistic approach, I am committed to helping stabilize your overall wellness by strengthening self-care, quality of life, mind-body health, and interpersonal relationships.
(203) 648-4743 View (203) 648-4743
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Paul Fitzgerald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I regularly treat depression, anxiety, PTSD/CPTSD, phobias, OCD, hoarding disorder, bipolar disorder, sexual issues (queer/kink/SW-allied), and ADHD.
Choosing a new therapist can be intimidating, whether it’s your first time or you’ve been in therapy forever. I respect this and try to make the process of starting therapy one that feels as comfortable as possible from our first session. I believe the most important part of being human is our ability to empathize with others, and therapy should be a space where we can tell our story and truly feel heard, understood, and validated.
I regularly treat depression, anxiety, PTSD/CPTSD, phobias, OCD, hoarding disorder, bipolar disorder, sexual issues (queer/kink/SW-allied), and ADHD.
Choosing a new therapist can be intimidating, whether it’s your first time or you’ve been in therapy forever. I respect this and try to make the process of starting therapy one that feels as comfortable as possible from our first session. I believe the most important part of being human is our ability to empathize with others, and therapy should be a space where we can tell our story and truly feel heard, understood, and validated.
(347) 429-8716 View (347) 429-8716
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Steve Weissman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
My first goal in therapy is to make you feel welcome, safe, and understood. The second is to provide you with the support and perspective to take a look at where you're getting stuck and figure out a plan to make things go more smoothly. While I work with a wide range of people, my specialty is treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and related conditions, including Hoarding, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), skin-picking, hair-pulling (Trichotillomania), and Health Anxiety. Please take a look at my website (there's a link to the left) for more information.
My first goal in therapy is to make you feel welcome, safe, and understood. The second is to provide you with the support and perspective to take a look at where you're getting stuck and figure out a plan to make things go more smoothly. While I work with a wide range of people, my specialty is treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and related conditions, including Hoarding, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), skin-picking, hair-pulling (Trichotillomania), and Health Anxiety. Please take a look at my website (there's a link to the left) for more information.
(917) 267-0445 View (917) 267-0445
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Lauren Mccarthy
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Lauren McCarthy, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of New York. She holds a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Pace University. Lauren is a kind, compassionate, and skilled clinician who works with her clients to experience and increased sense of peace and harmony in their lives. Lauren works with adolescents and adults, and specializes in the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder, hoarding, anxiety, relationship issues, disruptive and impulse control disorders, trauma, and those in crisis.
Lauren McCarthy, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of New York. She holds a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Pace University. Lauren is a kind, compassionate, and skilled clinician who works with her clients to experience and increased sense of peace and harmony in their lives. Lauren works with adolescents and adults, and specializes in the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder, hoarding, anxiety, relationship issues, disruptive and impulse control disorders, trauma, and those in crisis.
(914) 491-5724 View (914) 491-5724
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Brianna Calderon
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health counselor at Thriving Center of Psychology in New York, and also hold licenses in New Jersey as a licensed professional counselor, and in New Hampshire as a licensed clinical mental health counselor. I treat a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, workplace stress, life transitions, and relationship issues. Specifically, I have expertise in using evidenced-based treatments for OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (tics, excoriation, and trichotillomania), hoarding, PTSD, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
I am a licensed mental health counselor at Thriving Center of Psychology in New York, and also hold licenses in New Jersey as a licensed professional counselor, and in New Hampshire as a licensed clinical mental health counselor. I treat a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, workplace stress, life transitions, and relationship issues. Specifically, I have expertise in using evidenced-based treatments for OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (tics, excoriation, and trichotillomania), hoarding, PTSD, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
(347) 686-9329 View (347) 686-9329
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Andrew Triska, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
Have you struggled to find a therapist who affirms your identity and respects your history, but also challenges you to face your fears? Whether you’re coping with anxiety or OCD, exploring your gender, or looking to strengthen your relationships, you deserve specialized care with an experienced, queer- and trans-identified, trauma-informed psychotherapist. My practice, Triska Psychotherapy, focuses on anxiety and related disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and hoarding, especially in queer and trans clients and people who have experienced family estrangement.
Have you struggled to find a therapist who affirms your identity and respects your history, but also challenges you to face your fears? Whether you’re coping with anxiety or OCD, exploring your gender, or looking to strengthen your relationships, you deserve specialized care with an experienced, queer- and trans-identified, trauma-informed psychotherapist. My practice, Triska Psychotherapy, focuses on anxiety and related disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and hoarding, especially in queer and trans clients and people who have experienced family estrangement.
(646) 787-0950 View (646) 787-0950
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Troy Harris
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
If you're struggling with OCD or anxiety, you’re in the right place. I'm a trauma-informed psychotherapist specializing in OCD and anxiety-related disorders, and there are few things I love more than helping others find the relief they deserve. I have dedicated the entirety of my practice to treating anxiety, and primarily work with OCD, hoarding, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and eating disorders. I also specialize in supporting individuals with complex trauma histories, especially those who have experienced sexual trauma, familial trauma, and exposure to violence.
If you're struggling with OCD or anxiety, you’re in the right place. I'm a trauma-informed psychotherapist specializing in OCD and anxiety-related disorders, and there are few things I love more than helping others find the relief they deserve. I have dedicated the entirety of my practice to treating anxiety, and primarily work with OCD, hoarding, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and eating disorders. I also specialize in supporting individuals with complex trauma histories, especially those who have experienced sexual trauma, familial trauma, and exposure to violence.
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Yvette Fruchter
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11242
I specialize in CBT for anxiety, perfectionism, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related issues (such as body dysmorphia / BDD, skin picking / body focused repetitive behaviors, hoarding), and emotion dysregulation.
Do you find that difficult emotions lead you to avoid, procrastinate, or steer away from the things that matter most to you? As a clinical psychologist, I can offer another approach: flexibility, self-compassion, and moving towards your values even in the face of emotional distress. Together, we will identify unhelpful patterns that are not working for you and practice new ways of coping that will help you meet your goals. I use evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I specialize in CBT for anxiety, perfectionism, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related issues (such as body dysmorphia / BDD, skin picking / body focused repetitive behaviors, hoarding), and emotion dysregulation.
Do you find that difficult emotions lead you to avoid, procrastinate, or steer away from the things that matter most to you? As a clinical psychologist, I can offer another approach: flexibility, self-compassion, and moving towards your values even in the face of emotional distress. Together, we will identify unhelpful patterns that are not working for you and practice new ways of coping that will help you meet your goals. I use evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
(929) 207-7357 View (929) 207-7357
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Nicole Mak
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-I
Verified Verified
Forest Hills, NY 11375  (Online Only)
My areas of interest are anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, and hoarding disorder, in particular adults with particular adults with parents who hoard.
I am a therapist-in-training providing $25 therapy under the supervision of Jessenia until March 2025. Insight is a powerful motivator. My clinical approach integrates psychoeducation, evidence-based interventions, and curiosity about my client’s lived experiences. My style is collaborative, sometimes humorous, and empathic. My goal is to creatively personalize clinical care according to what’s most effective for my clients. I believe identifying and reexamining unhelpful patterns and beliefs can lead to approachable lasting change.
My areas of interest are anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, and hoarding disorder, in particular adults with particular adults with parents who hoard.
I am a therapist-in-training providing $25 therapy under the supervision of Jessenia until March 2025. Insight is a powerful motivator. My clinical approach integrates psychoeducation, evidence-based interventions, and curiosity about my client’s lived experiences. My style is collaborative, sometimes humorous, and empathic. My goal is to creatively personalize clinical care according to what’s most effective for my clients. I believe identifying and reexamining unhelpful patterns and beliefs can lead to approachable lasting change.
(929) 592-5710 View (929) 592-5710
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Jason S Guber
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Hello. My name is Dr. Jason Guber and I believe that life is a journey. Although it can be an incredible voyage, it can also have its share of hardships. With all of life's twists and turns, I hope to act as a guide. My goal is to help you over the bumps in the road and teach you how to avoid any future pitfalls. My job is not necessarily to give you the answers, but for us to discover them together. By working together through life's hurdles, you will be able to lead a more positive and fulfilling life.
Hello. My name is Dr. Jason Guber and I believe that life is a journey. Although it can be an incredible voyage, it can also have its share of hardships. With all of life's twists and turns, I hope to act as a guide. My goal is to help you over the bumps in the road and teach you how to avoid any future pitfalls. My job is not necessarily to give you the answers, but for us to discover them together. By working together through life's hurdles, you will be able to lead a more positive and fulfilling life.
(516) 729-9742 View (516) 729-9742
Hoarding Therapists

What is the most effective treatment for hoarding?

Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) has been well-studied in the treatment of hoarding. This type of therapy includes changing beliefs surrounding possessions, as well as learning how to discard items and reduce acquisitions. The hoarder may also gain much-needed organizational skills. Another useful therapy may be compassion-focused therapy, which can address emotion regulation and negative self-perception.

How long does therapy for hoarding take?

Although treatment can vary, most people demonstrate improvement after 23 sessions, with some showing improvement after just a few sessions. Researchers have developed a 26-session cognitive behavioral program. People who hoard may need “maintenance” sessions over the years if the problem arises repeatedly.

Are there medications for hoarding?

The more commonly-prescribed medications for hoarding are including antidepressants, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). This can include drugs such as venlafaxine and paroxetine. And because hoarding disorder is related to obsessive-compulsive disorder, medications for OCD, such as clomipramine, may be effective for hoarding as well.

Can hoarding come back after treatment?

Hoarding is a chronic disorder and it can last throughout an individual’s lifetime. Regularly checking in with a psychotherapist can help manage symptoms long-term. A good therapist will help the person learn needed skills including decision-making, organization, and stress reduction. The patient will gain a better perspective and the need to cling to useless items will lessen.