Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Bellevue, VA
Jaclyn Boykin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 5 years of experience working with adults, children, families, couples, and the military who are seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, parenting, and serious mental illness. Jaclyn completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology at Troy University and her Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology at Walden University. She is currently working towards her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Counseling Education and Supervision at Walden University.
Jaclyn Boykin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 5 years of experience working with adults, children, families, couples, and the military who are seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, parenting, and serious mental illness. Jaclyn completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology at Troy University and her Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology at Walden University. She is currently working towards her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Counseling Education and Supervision at Walden University.
Lily Sintayehu is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Masters in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Lily works with her clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. She has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and depression. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. Lily is here to support you in that process. Outside of work, Lily enjoys spending time with her son, reading, and watching old shows.
Lily Sintayehu is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Masters in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Lily works with her clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. She has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and depression. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. Lily is here to support you in that process. Outside of work, Lily enjoys spending time with her son, reading, and watching old shows.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Gabrelle has expertise in variety of clinical settings utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy. Gabrelle has a passion for helping adults, children, and families identify struggles, build coping skills, and build healthy relationships in the world around them. Gabrelle received her Master's in Social Work (2020) from Louisiana State University. Gabrelle is a caring, humorous, and spunky therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life changes, and relationships.
Gabrelle has expertise in variety of clinical settings utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy. Gabrelle has a passion for helping adults, children, and families identify struggles, build coping skills, and build healthy relationships in the world around them. Gabrelle received her Master's in Social Work (2020) from Louisiana State University. Gabrelle is a caring, humorous, and spunky therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life changes, and relationships.
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Exposure Therapy Designs
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230 (Online Only)
OCD is characterized by unabating obsessions matched with intense mental or behavioral rituals to relieve the anxiety provoked.
If someone asked you not to think for 10 minutes how hard would that be? Is overthinking about the “What Ifs” driving you to relentlessly check things over and over again? Are you determined to find certainty in an uncertain world? Do you frequently ask others repeatedly if something or someone is going to be OK? No matter how much you do a task or say a particular thing does peace of mind elude you? Does the compulsion to handwash, re-read, double check, pray, or re-arrange items never provide lasting relief? Do you find yourself burdened by intrusive thoughts that strike against your will and preoccupy your mind for hours a day?
OCD is characterized by unabating obsessions matched with intense mental or behavioral rituals to relieve the anxiety provoked.
If someone asked you not to think for 10 minutes how hard would that be? Is overthinking about the “What Ifs” driving you to relentlessly check things over and over again? Are you determined to find certainty in an uncertain world? Do you frequently ask others repeatedly if something or someone is going to be OK? No matter how much you do a task or say a particular thing does peace of mind elude you? Does the compulsion to handwash, re-read, double check, pray, or re-arrange items never provide lasting relief? Do you find yourself burdened by intrusive thoughts that strike against your will and preoccupy your mind for hours a day?
Specializing in Anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, depression, and other challenges related to the different phases of life for individuals 14 and up.
Jacob is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, and is passionate about assisting queer individuals, couples, and adjacent family members. Jacob has also had training for writing clinical letters for support of gender affirming medical care.
Specializing in Anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, depression, and other challenges related to the different phases of life for individuals 14 and up.
Jacob is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, and is passionate about assisting queer individuals, couples, and adjacent family members. Jacob has also had training for writing clinical letters for support of gender affirming medical care.
Although I have extensive training and experience with OCD, I am comfortable and enjoy working with a variety of other client concerns included (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, interpersonal issues, and stress management.
Whether you’ve tried therapy before or this is your first time, the process of choosing a therapist and getting started can feel overwhelming. It’s daunting, but important, as I believe the fit between client and therapist is one of the most important parts of treatment. I look at therapy as a partnership and try to adapt my therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel both validated and challenged. Everyone should have an environment where they feel comfortable discussing their thoughts and processing their emotions free of any judgment.
Although I have extensive training and experience with OCD, I am comfortable and enjoy working with a variety of other client concerns included (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, interpersonal issues, and stress management.
Whether you’ve tried therapy before or this is your first time, the process of choosing a therapist and getting started can feel overwhelming. It’s daunting, but important, as I believe the fit between client and therapist is one of the most important parts of treatment. I look at therapy as a partnership and try to adapt my therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel both validated and challenged. Everyone should have an environment where they feel comfortable discussing their thoughts and processing their emotions free of any judgment.
I have more than 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy and psychological evaluations to children (ages 5 and up), adolescents and adults. I work with individuals facing a wide variety of mental health concerns and specialize in the treatment of OCD, OCD-related disorders, and anxiety. I also provide consultation to other professionals treating individuals with OCD. I have a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and individualize these evidence-based treatments to help my clients achieve lasting change.
I have more than 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy and psychological evaluations to children (ages 5 and up), adolescents and adults. I work with individuals facing a wide variety of mental health concerns and specialize in the treatment of OCD, OCD-related disorders, and anxiety. I also provide consultation to other professionals treating individuals with OCD. I have a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and individualize these evidence-based treatments to help my clients achieve lasting change.
Maria Rheba Estante
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230 (Online Only)
Cultivate self-acceptance, break free from the grip of your past, tackle OCD symptoms.
Do you have intrusive thoughts that become distracting and disrupt your day? Do you feel compelled to perform certain acts or rituals to alleviate your anxiety? Have you experienced a traumatic event that still haunts you? Has the stress of moving to a new country impacted your well- being? Are you lonely and struggling in an unfamiliar environment? You can move beyond your struggles. Gain coping skills to manage your OCD, heal from trauma and thrive in your new home. Reach out now, I look forward to hearing your story. Clinical supervision for pre-licensed therapists in California. Professional Consultations for clinicians.
Cultivate self-acceptance, break free from the grip of your past, tackle OCD symptoms.
Do you have intrusive thoughts that become distracting and disrupt your day? Do you feel compelled to perform certain acts or rituals to alleviate your anxiety? Have you experienced a traumatic event that still haunts you? Has the stress of moving to a new country impacted your well- being? Are you lonely and struggling in an unfamiliar environment? You can move beyond your struggles. Gain coping skills to manage your OCD, heal from trauma and thrive in your new home. Reach out now, I look forward to hearing your story. Clinical supervision for pre-licensed therapists in California. Professional Consultations for clinicians.
Cheryl is a Licensed Professional Counselor who seeks to help her clients develop their definition of success and begin working toward it. She currently holds a Certification in DBT, and pursuing credentialing in Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety/ OCD, and Trauma-Informed Care. Cheryl brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and unconditional positive regard to the treatment setting in hopes of helping her clients build confidence in exploring their feelings and fearlessly divorce behaviors that compromise a healthy lifestyle.
Cheryl is a Licensed Professional Counselor who seeks to help her clients develop their definition of success and begin working toward it. She currently holds a Certification in DBT, and pursuing credentialing in Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety/ OCD, and Trauma-Informed Care. Cheryl brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and unconditional positive regard to the treatment setting in hopes of helping her clients build confidence in exploring their feelings and fearlessly divorce behaviors that compromise a healthy lifestyle.
Christina Triantafillou
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
I help treat trauma/PTSD, anxiety disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Do you feel like you’re running yourself ragged trying to make everyone else happy? Like you don’t know who you are outside of others’ expectations? I work with people who are struggling with identity in different ways. Some feel like their identity was lost to abuse or to a bigger personality in the house. Others are recovering from losing who they are because of a traumatic experience that seemed to change them forever. Still others do not feel like their true identity is within the body they were born in.
I help treat trauma/PTSD, anxiety disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Do you feel like you’re running yourself ragged trying to make everyone else happy? Like you don’t know who you are outside of others’ expectations? I work with people who are struggling with identity in different ways. Some feel like their identity was lost to abuse or to a bigger personality in the house. Others are recovering from losing who they are because of a traumatic experience that seemed to change them forever. Still others do not feel like their true identity is within the body they were born in.
Carla J. Crews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230 (Online Only)
Have you tried traditional talk therapy in the past, yet still struggle with issues that are impacting your life and ability to have the relationships that you want? Are you ready to explore your problematic patterns of behavior and change them? I have experience with a number of evidence-based practices to help clients address their mental health issues in a way that will create lasting change and help them create a life with more meaning, purpose and capacity for joy. I enjoy working with individuals struggling with depression and loneliness, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma and PTSD, as well as OCD.
Have you tried traditional talk therapy in the past, yet still struggle with issues that are impacting your life and ability to have the relationships that you want? Are you ready to explore your problematic patterns of behavior and change them? I have experience with a number of evidence-based practices to help clients address their mental health issues in a way that will create lasting change and help them create a life with more meaning, purpose and capacity for joy. I enjoy working with individuals struggling with depression and loneliness, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma and PTSD, as well as OCD.
Tavi Schlueter- Nurse Practitioner - Active And Connected Family Therapy
CPNP-PC, PMHS
Verified Verified
West End, VA 23230
Clinical interests include eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, OCD, adjustment disorders, sleep hygiene, and behavioral/psychiatric challenges associated with pediatric chronic illness.
I am a nurse practitioner who has dual certifications in pediatrics and pediatric mental health. I have over 13 years of experience in inpatient management of children with complex medical and psychiatric diagnoses and outpatient urgent care. I believe in a patient-centered approach to treatment and want to make sure that each person feels heard and is treated with respect, dignity, and compassion.
Clinical interests include eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, OCD, adjustment disorders, sleep hygiene, and behavioral/psychiatric challenges associated with pediatric chronic illness.
I am a nurse practitioner who has dual certifications in pediatrics and pediatric mental health. I have over 13 years of experience in inpatient management of children with complex medical and psychiatric diagnoses and outpatient urgent care. I believe in a patient-centered approach to treatment and want to make sure that each person feels heard and is treated with respect, dignity, and compassion.
Mental Care Behavioral Health, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LSATP , CSAC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, VA 23230
Are you willing to share with me what is causing you pain? “Do not set aside your happiness. Do not wait to be happy in the future. The best time to be happy is always now.” – Roy T. Bennett. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, ADHD, defiant behavior. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I have worked with clients who are dependent on mood altering substances. I encourage you to give me a call for a free 5 minutes consultation & see if I can assist you.
Are you willing to share with me what is causing you pain? “Do not set aside your happiness. Do not wait to be happy in the future. The best time to be happy is always now.” – Roy T. Bennett. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, ADHD, defiant behavior. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I have worked with clients who are dependent on mood altering substances. I encourage you to give me a call for a free 5 minutes consultation & see if I can assist you.
Lee Anne Hausler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention for OCD.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or obsessive thoughts? Limited by low mood and depressive thinking? I can help you learn the necessary tools to challenge and change negative and unhelpful thought patterns. Anxiety, fears, and mood issues can make your world feel smaller and smaller, and disrupt your relationships, work, and happiness. I am deeply committed to helping people achieve greater peace, presence, and meaning in their lives.
I have a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention for OCD.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or obsessive thoughts? Limited by low mood and depressive thinking? I can help you learn the necessary tools to challenge and change negative and unhelpful thought patterns. Anxiety, fears, and mood issues can make your world feel smaller and smaller, and disrupt your relationships, work, and happiness. I am deeply committed to helping people achieve greater peace, presence, and meaning in their lives.
I have experience in treating those with anxiety disorders, and those in with sexual, internet, gaming, and alcohol and drug addictions.. I also have considerable experience in diagnosing and treating adult ADHD. As a licensed private pilot, I have successfully helped clients overcome a fear of flying.
I have experience in treating those with anxiety disorders, and those in with sexual, internet, gaming, and alcohol and drug addictions.. I also have considerable experience in diagnosing and treating adult ADHD. As a licensed private pilot, I have successfully helped clients overcome a fear of flying.
W. Tracy Atkinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230 (Online Only)
Please note that I am only doing telehealth right now, I do not file insurance claims for clients (but can provide the information needed to do so), my 2024 fee is $175 per session, and I am only licensed to work with Virginia residents.
Please note that I am only doing telehealth right now, I do not file insurance claims for clients (but can provide the information needed to do so), my 2024 fee is $175 per session, and I am only licensed to work with Virginia residents.
Alexandra “Alex” Cromer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 4 years of experience partnering with adults, families, adolescents, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and trauma-related disorders. Alex completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology at Virginia Tech and her Master of Education (MEd) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the College of William & Mary.
Alexandra “Alex” Cromer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 4 years of experience partnering with adults, families, adolescents, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and trauma-related disorders. Alex completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology at Virginia Tech and her Master of Education (MEd) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the College of William & Mary.
My mission is to help my clients through the challenging times in life that ultimately can help them to grow as individuals and maximize their emotional strengths. I have over 30 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, working with young children, adolescents, and adults. I provide individual and family therapy, co-parenting, and reunification therapy.
My mission is to help my clients through the challenging times in life that ultimately can help them to grow as individuals and maximize their emotional strengths. I have over 30 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, working with young children, adolescents, and adults. I provide individual and family therapy, co-parenting, and reunification therapy.
Dr. Deidre W Whittle
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, LMHP, PLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230
My PURPOSE is to utilize my spiritual, academic, and personal experiences to empower and enrich the lives of others, through a counseling or coaching relationships
My PURPOSE is to utilize my spiritual, academic, and personal experiences to empower and enrich the lives of others, through a counseling or coaching relationships
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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.