Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Central Park, New York, NY

I am a licensed clinical psychologist certified in cognitive-behavioral therapy with an extensive experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, child and adolescent difficulties and personality disorders. I help individuals cope effectively with chronic medical illness, insomnia and pain.

Dr. Lara Rifkin is a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder and director of New York City Anxiety and OCD. Dr. Rifkin specializes in the treatment of anxiety and OCD for children, teens and adults. Dr. Rifkin completed her clinical training at McLean Hospital at Harvard Medical School where she trained at McLean’s Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Institutes for adults and children (OCDI and OCDI Jr.), the McLean Anxiety Mastery Program (MAMP) and the Behavioral Health Partial Program (BHP).

Dr. Hirsch specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Schema Therapy, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy to help people live more meaningful lives. Her previous roles include working as a senior psychologist at the Mount Sinai Traumatic Stress Studies Program followed by becoming the Clinical Director of Mount Sinai's Eating and Weight Disorders program, and then in 2010 spent her time developing the Mount Sinai Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders Program, where she was the Clinical Director from 2010-2015.

If you’re looking for help, there is a good chance that you've felt overwhelmed by your thoughts and feelings, or felt lost in your relationships or life itself. I collaborate with each individual and couple, helping them feel understood and seen, rather than jumping to any quick-fix solutions. Using principles and skills drawn from both skills based and compassion focused approaches, I strive to help clients learn more about their underlying values, sense of self, and patterns that have played out in their lives. Through this process, we work collaboratively to develop the skills and insight to move towards fulfillment and purpose.

We all have potential to be great friends, romantic partners, family members, or workers. But we all encounter roadblocks such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and other stressors that impact our mental health, which can make it more difficult to engage these roles in the way we'd want. Sometimes we feel lost as to how to maneuver around these roadblocks. I want you to know that you don't have to walk this path alone. In working together, we will focus on developing the skills to help you overcome these roadblocks, so that you can be the person you truly want to be.

If you are looking for help, it likely means you've been struggling for quite some time. Whether you are navigating relationship or sexual difficulties, anxiety, trauma, or depression, the experience of being in pain can be an isolating and lonely space. My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, acceptance, and self-exploration to facilitate your pursuit of a life of fulfillment and meaning. I strive to work collaboratively as a team in your journey and see the therapeutic relationship as the most powerful tool to create safety in this process. I am fluent in both English and French.

Georgiana Paolillo specializes in empirically supported treatments for OCD and related disorders, and provides virtual individual and group therapy. Georgiana is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and is the Director of the Intensive Outpatient Program at New York Anxiety Treatment. Georgiana is a passionate exposure therapist, she is constantly inspired while working with her patients. Georgiana believes in goal oriented, motivational strategies to facilitate progress toward each individual’s treatment goals.

Grace works with clients to translate her deep expertise into tangible tools for a life with less worry and more presence, confidence, and connection. She has received exceptional training in CBT, DBT, ERP, ACT, and SPACE at leading hospitals and private practices. She specializes in supporting pre-teens, teens, and adults facing anxiety disorders such as OCD, panic, social anxiety, ARFID, emetophobia, body dysmorphia, perfectionism, and anxiety related to chronic illness and gastrointestinal issues. Grace also works with caregivers of children with behavioral issues, OCD, and anxiety using evidence-based parenting interventions.

I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.

We specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD and anxiety disorders. This approach focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD.

New York Anxiety Treatment seeks to deliver excellent evidence-based treatment for OCD, anxiety, and related disorders. Toward this goal, we provide patients with the dose of treatment appropriate for their needs in an efficient and accessible framework. In addition to individual therapy, we offer a range of avenues for patients in need of a comprehensive treatment plan to meet their goals in an intensive outpatient setting. For those who are in therapy or post therapy, we offer OCD support groups for maintenance and relapse prevention.

It is my belief that anyone can benefit from psychotherapy as we all have unique concerns influencing our daily lives. Working in a safe and comfortable environment, I can work to help you know yourself better and to live your life the way you want. We will work collaboratively to explore and understand the psychological roots of emotional suffering by focusing on self-reflection and the examination and resolution of inner conflicts. I can help you to explore and modify your patterns of thinking in order to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and to improve coping with daily struggles.

The decision to begin therapy and find a therapist can be daunting, but my goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed openly.

Ruth Lippin has been successfully treating children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety and OCD, on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, for over 20 years. At Conquer Anxiety & OCD, Ruth has created a personalized, boutique practice where she uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance and commitment (ACT) therapy and mindfulness to achieve your goals. Ruth also helps people during life transitions that often cause a significant amount of distress and anxiety.

I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, using evidence-based practices. During my extensive experience treating children, adolescents, and adults using a cognitive-behavioral approach, I have worked with patients struggling with anxiety disorders (such as social phobia, selective mutism, OCD, panic disorder, specific phobias, and generalized anxiety disorder) and mood disorders (such as depression and bipolar disorder). Prior to opening my practice, I was a full-time faculty member at Weill Cornell Medical College. It is my goal to provide treatment that is supported by the most current research in the field of psychology.

As a clinical psychologist, I help people identify and achieve their goals, attain relief from troubling symptoms, and effectively manage life's stressors. I approach treatment from a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) lens, viewing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as entry points to making tangible improvements to your day-to-day life. I emphasize nonjudgment, respect, and accountability, aiming to create a space where you feel safe and empowered to do the work required to reach your goals. Equally important, I focus on helping you to develop systems to maintain those gains long after our work together is complete.

Welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist specialized in the treatment of anxiety, depression, OCD, and related disorders. I really enjoy this work. Psychotherapy is offered both in English and in Spanish either via video or in my office conveniently located in midtown Manhattan. Treatment is primarily CBT/ERP, with adjuncts of other modalities when appropriate. Within the context of a caring and warm relationship, I work with you to identify your personal goals and to develop a plan for reaching them. Please feel free to go to my website http://centeranxietyocd.com/ to learn more about me. *CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*

I bring flexibility, compassion, and optimism to my work as a clinical psychologist. With specialized training in Body Focused Repetitive Disorders (trichotillomania/hair pulling & skin picking), Autism, and different anxiety conditions, I will help you feel understood and supported as we collaborate to come up with an action plan to move forward. My goal is help you reduce suffering and feelings of isolation and anxiety, and actualize a full and meaningful life. Recognizing that treatment is not a one-size-fits-all experience, our work together will be tailored to address your unique struggles and goals.

Starting therapy can take a lot of strength and courage. I am here to partner and collaborate with you on that journey. I work to build a therapeutic relationship that is supportive, compassionate, and trusting. My approach is active, non-judgmental and goal-oriented. I specialize in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), the purely obsessional subtype (Pure-O) and anxiety disorders (e.g., generalized, social, panic, health and phobias). I have expertise in addressing concerns related to perfectionism, body-image, mood challenges, and postpartum/perinatal issues.