Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Upper West Side, New York, NY
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Grace Slifkin
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10024
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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If you or your child are struggling with anxiety or a related disorder such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), tics, Tourette Syndrome, or trichotillomania (hair pulling), please consider reaching out to set up a free 15-minute consultation.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in New York and New Jersey with training from UCLA and Columbia University in the assessment and treatment of anxiety and compulsive disorders. I am committed to working collaboratively with my clients to improve their quality of life. I strive to help my clients clarify their goals and learn the skills they need to achieve them.
If you or your child are struggling with anxiety or a related disorder such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), tics, Tourette Syndrome, or trichotillomania (hair pulling), please consider reaching out to set up a free 15-minute consultation.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in New York and New Jersey with training from UCLA and Columbia University in the assessment and treatment of anxiety and compulsive disorders. I am committed to working collaboratively with my clients to improve their quality of life. I strive to help my clients clarify their goals and learn the skills they need to achieve them.
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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.
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.
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Grace Slifkin
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10023
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.
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.
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I specialize in treating sexual disorders, couples in distress, OCD, scrupulosity, anxiety, trauma, and depression.
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.
I specialize in treating sexual disorders, couples in distress, OCD, scrupulosity, anxiety, trauma, and depression.
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.
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Carmel Brunswick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10024 (Online Only)
I am a psychologist providing individual therapy for adolescents and adults. I've worked with individuals facing various concerns, including depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and trauma/PTSD. I completed a postdoctoral fellowship at New-York Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where I trained intensively in the treatment of anxiety spectrum disorders (e.g., Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, specific phobias), and I sub-specialize in working with young adults (20s and 30s), guiding them through the complexities of identity development and life transitions.
I am a psychologist providing individual therapy for adolescents and adults. I've worked with individuals facing various concerns, including depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and trauma/PTSD. I completed a postdoctoral fellowship at New-York Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where I trained intensively in the treatment of anxiety spectrum disorders (e.g., Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, specific phobias), and I sub-specialize in working with young adults (20s and 30s), guiding them through the complexities of identity development and life transitions.
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Barry Eichenbaum
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10025
I have extensive training in CBT for anxiety and mood disorders, particularly Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
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.
I have extensive training in CBT for anxiety and mood disorders, particularly Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
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.
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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.
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.
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I have 14 years of experience doing cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety, OCD, body focused repetitive behaviors (such as skin picking or hair pulling), stress, sleep, and depression.
When we're anxious, we tend to feel physical symptoms (like our hearts beating faster) or experience lots of worries about many things. But the biggest problem with anxiety is that it GETS IN THE WAY of a full life! It holds us back. It paralyzes us. It makes us second-guess ourselves. It prevents us from forming relationships. I became a cognitive behavioral therapist so that I could help people manage their anxiety more effectively and regain control of their lives.
I have 14 years of experience doing cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety, OCD, body focused repetitive behaviors (such as skin picking or hair pulling), stress, sleep, and depression.
When we're anxious, we tend to feel physical symptoms (like our hearts beating faster) or experience lots of worries about many things. But the biggest problem with anxiety is that it GETS IN THE WAY of a full life! It holds us back. It paralyzes us. It makes us second-guess ourselves. It prevents us from forming relationships. I became a cognitive behavioral therapist so that I could help people manage their anxiety more effectively and regain control of their lives.
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Dr. Joseph Graybill
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10024 (Online Only)
An expert in the treatment of ADHD & OCD. Dr. Graybill specializes in helping adults and adolescents improve their social-emotional wellness while enhancing their inner-core values and helping them thrive despite adversity. Through his clinical expertise, life experience, humor and empathy, Dr. Graybill fosters the expansion of competency and resiliency to help you overcome emotional difficulties, solve complicated life challenges and find meaning and purpose in life. Now is the time to connect with an experienced psychologist who will provide nonjudgmental, empathic and evidenced-based support to create change in your life.
An expert in the treatment of ADHD & OCD. Dr. Graybill specializes in helping adults and adolescents improve their social-emotional wellness while enhancing their inner-core values and helping them thrive despite adversity. Through his clinical expertise, life experience, humor and empathy, Dr. Graybill fosters the expansion of competency and resiliency to help you overcome emotional difficulties, solve complicated life challenges and find meaning and purpose in life. Now is the time to connect with an experienced psychologist who will provide nonjudgmental, empathic and evidenced-based support to create change in your life.
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Liora Bensoussan
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10025
I specialize in sex therapy, couples therapy, sexual compulsivity, OCD, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal difficulties, and emerging adulthood.
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.
I specialize in sex therapy, couples therapy, sexual compulsivity, OCD, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal difficulties, and emerging adulthood.
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.
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Stephanie McKinney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10023 (Online Only)
Have you ever experienced a nagging feeling of constant worry or intrusive thoughts that you just can't get out of your head? Perhaps you experience a constant stream of "what ifs" for all of the possibilities that may happen or repeatedly check things to try to limit the anxiety you feel or prevent something bad from happening. Or maybe you are the parent of a child who experiences these symptoms, and feel powerless and unsure how to help. These feelings can be totally overwhelming, defeating and exhausting, and can get in the way of you living your life. You don't have to keep struggling with anxiety or OCD alone.
Have you ever experienced a nagging feeling of constant worry or intrusive thoughts that you just can't get out of your head? Perhaps you experience a constant stream of "what ifs" for all of the possibilities that may happen or repeatedly check things to try to limit the anxiety you feel or prevent something bad from happening. Or maybe you are the parent of a child who experiences these symptoms, and feel powerless and unsure how to help. These feelings can be totally overwhelming, defeating and exhausting, and can get in the way of you living your life. You don't have to keep struggling with anxiety or OCD alone.
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With over 10 years of education in Clinical Psychology and extensive experience treating clients with OCD, anxiety, and depression, I can help you.
Do you wake up and dread the day? Avoid leaving your home due to worry? Feel uncomfortable in social situations? Are you feeling down, depressed, and hopeless? Overwhelmed with stress? If you answered yes to any of the above, I can help you! Together, we can overcome your struggles, mend relationships, increase your confidence, manage your stress, and build a life worth living.
With over 10 years of education in Clinical Psychology and extensive experience treating clients with OCD, anxiety, and depression, I can help you.
Do you wake up and dread the day? Avoid leaving your home due to worry? Feel uncomfortable in social situations? Are you feeling down, depressed, and hopeless? Overwhelmed with stress? If you answered yes to any of the above, I can help you! Together, we can overcome your struggles, mend relationships, increase your confidence, manage your stress, and build a life worth living.
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John Vieira Silvestre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LICPSI, LCSW
Verified Verified
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10025
I have expertise in treating anxiety, mood and OCD disorders (trichotillomania, BDD, skin picking).
I use cognitive behavioral methods that have been shown to be effective in specific problem areas and tailor them to particular patients. My treatment philosophy is one that combines humanistic values and CBT interventions.
I have expertise in treating anxiety, mood and OCD disorders (trichotillomania, BDD, skin picking).
I use cognitive behavioral methods that have been shown to be effective in specific problem areas and tailor them to particular patients. My treatment philosophy is one that combines humanistic values and CBT interventions.
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Are you experiencing anxiety you just can't shake? Have you been spending months trying to reach a conclusion about something you fear will ruin your life? Are you repeating actions or thoughts to try to achieve a sense of certainty? If so, you may be struggling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I am an OCD expert who wants to help you learn how to neutralize the power of your thoughts. Your life doesn’t have to be this challenging anymore: OCD is extremely treatable in the right hands.
Are you experiencing anxiety you just can't shake? Have you been spending months trying to reach a conclusion about something you fear will ruin your life? Are you repeating actions or thoughts to try to achieve a sense of certainty? If so, you may be struggling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I am an OCD expert who wants to help you learn how to neutralize the power of your thoughts. Your life doesn’t have to be this challenging anymore: OCD is extremely treatable in the right hands.
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Alex Hittman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10069 (Online Only)
Do you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions? Do upsetting, intrusive thoughts stop you from being fully present? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships? I can tell you that you're not alone, and you have it within you to build the life you want. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, emotion dysregulation, and thoughts of suicide and self-harm. Together, we can get you unstuck and back in the driver's seat of your life. You and I are a team!
Do you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions? Do upsetting, intrusive thoughts stop you from being fully present? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships? I can tell you that you're not alone, and you have it within you to build the life you want. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, emotion dysregulation, and thoughts of suicide and self-harm. Together, we can get you unstuck and back in the driver's seat of your life. You and I are a team!
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Marina Gershkovich
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10023
Marina Gershkovich, Ph.D., ABPP, is a licensed psychologist with a practice in New York. She is board-certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology, and specializes in evidence-based treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD. Dr. Gershkovich is also an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology (in Psychiatry) at Columbia University Medical Center at New York State Psychiatric Institute. Dr. Gershkovich received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University, and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Drexel University. She completed held academic appointments at the Boston University School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School.
Marina Gershkovich, Ph.D., ABPP, is a licensed psychologist with a practice in New York. She is board-certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology, and specializes in evidence-based treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD. Dr. Gershkovich is also an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology (in Psychiatry) at Columbia University Medical Center at New York State Psychiatric Institute. Dr. Gershkovich received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University, and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Drexel University. She completed held academic appointments at the Boston University School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School.
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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.