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Maggie Maxwell
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031  (Online Only)
I am dedicated to working with individuals experiencing anxiety, OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), scrupulosity, depression, & mood disorders.
If you are ready to change the way you respond to anxiety and stress, you're in the right place. I work with clients seeking long-term lifestyle changes in the way they approach uncertainty in life, being stuck in thought loops, and obsessive thinking and compulsions. In our work together, we address anxiety and depression, OCD, and/or other mental health concerns through introspection & outward action. We work together in developing insight & creative exploration of self while taking actionable steps to rebuild trust in yourself. You can learn to meet your needs & live through your values, not your fears.
I am dedicated to working with individuals experiencing anxiety, OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), scrupulosity, depression, & mood disorders.
If you are ready to change the way you respond to anxiety and stress, you're in the right place. I work with clients seeking long-term lifestyle changes in the way they approach uncertainty in life, being stuck in thought loops, and obsessive thinking and compulsions. In our work together, we address anxiety and depression, OCD, and/or other mental health concerns through introspection & outward action. We work together in developing insight & creative exploration of self while taking actionable steps to rebuild trust in yourself. You can learn to meet your needs & live through your values, not your fears.
(571) 462-2650 View (571) 462-2650
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Megan Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226  (Online Only)
I work with women across the lifespan with a primary focus in those who are trying to conceive, pregnant, adjusting to motherhood, as well as women navigating being a part of the "sandwich" generation. With over 14 years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, trauma, grief, life transitions, and relationship issues. I value being a lifelong learner in this profession and have advanced training as a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Provider and in Exposure Response Prevention for OCD in adults.
I work with women across the lifespan with a primary focus in those who are trying to conceive, pregnant, adjusting to motherhood, as well as women navigating being a part of the "sandwich" generation. With over 14 years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, trauma, grief, life transitions, and relationship issues. I value being a lifelong learner in this profession and have advanced training as a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Provider and in Exposure Response Prevention for OCD in adults.
(984) 207-3388 View (984) 207-3388
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Jen Viola - Viola Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR, Trauma, Anxiety, OCD, CPTSD
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801  (Online Only)
If OCD is a concern, I am trained in I-CBT -a therapy that focuses on the initial obsession and how the obsessions arise due to reasoning.
Are you a busy professional, college student, young adult, and/or parent trying to do it all? Do you feel that past or current events are causing distress in your professional, personal, and/or relational life? You know you are capable, but you feel stuck. You feel ready to work through the struggle and work towards healing to have a more hopeful and healthy future. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, feeling irritable, trouble sleeping, anger outbursts, low energy, hypervigilance, or anything else - I will come along side you on your healing journey.
If OCD is a concern, I am trained in I-CBT -a therapy that focuses on the initial obsession and how the obsessions arise due to reasoning.
Are you a busy professional, college student, young adult, and/or parent trying to do it all? Do you feel that past or current events are causing distress in your professional, personal, and/or relational life? You know you are capable, but you feel stuck. You feel ready to work through the struggle and work towards healing to have a more hopeful and healthy future. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, feeling irritable, trouble sleeping, anger outbursts, low energy, hypervigilance, or anything else - I will come along side you on your healing journey.
(540) 698-5435 View (540) 698-5435
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Allison Pond
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults and teens facing anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, grief/loss, and significant life transitions. The modern world is full of disruptions, from life changes (divorce, death, marriage, puberty, moving) to career changes (changing jobs, retiring, burnout) to internal changes in personal or spiritual beliefs. Whatever has you feeling disconnected, confused, or off-balance, there are tools that can help you find a foothold — and more than a foothold, you can discover deeper meaning, value, and purpose in your life.
I work with adults and teens facing anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, grief/loss, and significant life transitions. The modern world is full of disruptions, from life changes (divorce, death, marriage, puberty, moving) to career changes (changing jobs, retiring, burnout) to internal changes in personal or spiritual beliefs. Whatever has you feeling disconnected, confused, or off-balance, there are tools that can help you find a foothold — and more than a foothold, you can discover deeper meaning, value, and purpose in your life.
(571) 402-1699 View (571) 402-1699
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Pamela Bakel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RYT, NCC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
I often work with ADHDm work challenges, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, depression, chronic illness.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, hurt, or frustrated? Are you struggling with work, communication, relationships and/or parenting. With 10 years of counseling experience and 20 years of business and IT experience, I will work in a caring, direct and positive way. I strive to help develop skills, manage new problems and improve ongoing struggles. I aim to help you become more successful, peaceful, happy and connected. If desired, I also provide Christian counseling.
I often work with ADHDm work challenges, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, depression, chronic illness.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, hurt, or frustrated? Are you struggling with work, communication, relationships and/or parenting. With 10 years of counseling experience and 20 years of business and IT experience, I will work in a caring, direct and positive way. I strive to help develop skills, manage new problems and improve ongoing struggles. I aim to help you become more successful, peaceful, happy and connected. If desired, I also provide Christian counseling.
(703) 270-0314 View (703) 270-0314
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Melanie Feldsher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314  (Online Only)
Other issues I treat are ADHD, anxiety, depression, and OCD.
Accepting New Clients (Individuals and Couples)-Life can feel really overwhelming at times, especially when you are trying to manage the daily grind, while also being present in your personal and professional relationships. When you have a busy and demanding life your personal relationships often take a back burner and it’s hard to deal with problems effectively in the moment. Sometimes it’s easier to numb out or avoid with unhealthy habits. But, eventually these habits leave you feeling more stressed and disconnected, and problems that once appeared small snowball into larger issues.
Other issues I treat are ADHD, anxiety, depression, and OCD.
Accepting New Clients (Individuals and Couples)-Life can feel really overwhelming at times, especially when you are trying to manage the daily grind, while also being present in your personal and professional relationships. When you have a busy and demanding life your personal relationships often take a back burner and it’s hard to deal with problems effectively in the moment. Sometimes it’s easier to numb out or avoid with unhealthy habits. But, eventually these habits leave you feeling more stressed and disconnected, and problems that once appeared small snowball into larger issues.
(857) 226-9228 View (857) 226-9228
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Tera Lensegrav-Benson Anxiety Specialist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with with women to manage their anxiety, OCD, grief, chronic health issues and parents who are struggling with parenting children/teens/young adults with chronic physical or mental health concerns.
Feeling anxious, grieving, alone, and caught up in a pattern of obsessing? Struggling with health issues and/or parenting concerns? If you are overwhelmed and contemplating therapy, we can work together to help you find relief. I wholeheartedly believe in the power of therapy and am skilled in providing personalized mental health care with compassion and heart. Ready to develop insight, self compassion, regulate your anxiety, learn how your brain works and build skills to move in your own valued directions? I welcome the opportunity to partner with you in therapy. Let me help you live your best life!
I specialize in working with with women to manage their anxiety, OCD, grief, chronic health issues and parents who are struggling with parenting children/teens/young adults with chronic physical or mental health concerns.
Feeling anxious, grieving, alone, and caught up in a pattern of obsessing? Struggling with health issues and/or parenting concerns? If you are overwhelmed and contemplating therapy, we can work together to help you find relief. I wholeheartedly believe in the power of therapy and am skilled in providing personalized mental health care with compassion and heart. Ready to develop insight, self compassion, regulate your anxiety, learn how your brain works and build skills to move in your own valued directions? I welcome the opportunity to partner with you in therapy. Let me help you live your best life!
(435) 800-0908 View (435) 800-0908
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Francinne Anez
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW, ACCBHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22207  (Online Only)
Make life easier and more enjoyable by learning how to apply techniques that reduce anxiety, ADHD, obsessive thoughts, and depression symptoms.
Francinne Anez is a Licensed Supervisee in Clinical Social Work and Certified Brain Health Coach who specializes in helping clients enhance their ability to effectively cope with life's stressors .
Make life easier and more enjoyable by learning how to apply techniques that reduce anxiety, ADHD, obsessive thoughts, and depression symptoms.
Francinne Anez is a Licensed Supervisee in Clinical Social Work and Certified Brain Health Coach who specializes in helping clients enhance their ability to effectively cope with life's stressors .
(571) 450-8747 View (571) 450-8747
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Brandy Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
As a holistic trauma-informed therapist, I help you move from overwhelm and anxiety to navigating life with confidence, ease, and joy. My areas of focus include: anxiety, trauma, ADHD, OCD, and addiction. I help you see your innate wisdom so that you can create goals, remember dreams, and find a deep, abiding sense of contentment within yourself. Many clients I work with were told they were "too sensitive" or "overdramatic" as a child. I am skilled at guiding you reconnect with younger parts of yourself and shift unhelpful core beliefs. I am licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
As a holistic trauma-informed therapist, I help you move from overwhelm and anxiety to navigating life with confidence, ease, and joy. My areas of focus include: anxiety, trauma, ADHD, OCD, and addiction. I help you see your innate wisdom so that you can create goals, remember dreams, and find a deep, abiding sense of contentment within yourself. Many clients I work with were told they were "too sensitive" or "overdramatic" as a child. I am skilled at guiding you reconnect with younger parts of yourself and shift unhelpful core beliefs. I am licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
(703) 215-3277 View (703) 215-3277
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Alice A. Jimenez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LLM, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, VA 22193
The population I work with are individuals, couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, relationships, adjustment issues and grief.
I believe in helping those who come to my office with compassion and understanding in an atmosphere conducive towards healing, where there is no room for judgment or criticism. In psychotherapy, my clients find an opportunity to go within, tap into issues that are unresolved and explore endless possibilities to make necessary changes that add meaning to their lives. It is a journey of self-discovery for clients who are willing to take the necessary steps towards self-awareness, mood-regulation and self-actualization.
The population I work with are individuals, couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, relationships, adjustment issues and grief.
I believe in helping those who come to my office with compassion and understanding in an atmosphere conducive towards healing, where there is no room for judgment or criticism. In psychotherapy, my clients find an opportunity to go within, tap into issues that are unresolved and explore endless possibilities to make necessary changes that add meaning to their lives. It is a journey of self-discovery for clients who are willing to take the necessary steps towards self-awareness, mood-regulation and self-actualization.
(703) 594-4392 View (703) 594-4392
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Dr. Laura Russell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
I'm currently accepting NEW clients for neuropsychological evaluations. I offer evaluations and therapy for individuals who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, OCD, insomnia, trauma, and chronic pain. If you are feeling distressed, isolated, or experiencing problems in your relationships I hope I can guide you through these challenging times. My goal as your psychologist would be to help you find your own pathway to healing, balance, and a peace of mind.
I'm currently accepting NEW clients for neuropsychological evaluations. I offer evaluations and therapy for individuals who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, OCD, insomnia, trauma, and chronic pain. If you are feeling distressed, isolated, or experiencing problems in your relationships I hope I can guide you through these challenging times. My goal as your psychologist would be to help you find your own pathway to healing, balance, and a peace of mind.
(571) 526-0449 View (571) 526-0449
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Alexandra Roth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22046
Through over twenty-five years experience with diagnoses like bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, depression, and OCD I have developed a client-centered and collaborative style.
What I'm especially good at is helping people get clarity about their relationships and their boundaries. This means I work well with individuals in difficult marriages, children and parents trying to establish adult bonds, codependent people, and with anyone who wants warmer, happier, more peaceful interactions in their life. If you can't figure out why your relationships go off the rails, I can help. I like to work with adults, teens and parents, couples, minor-attracted persons (pedophiles), LGBTQ folks and people who don't know why they feel bad.
Through over twenty-five years experience with diagnoses like bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, depression, and OCD I have developed a client-centered and collaborative style.
What I'm especially good at is helping people get clarity about their relationships and their boundaries. This means I work well with individuals in difficult marriages, children and parents trying to establish adult bonds, codependent people, and with anyone who wants warmer, happier, more peaceful interactions in their life. If you can't figure out why your relationships go off the rails, I can help. I like to work with adults, teens and parents, couples, minor-attracted persons (pedophiles), LGBTQ folks and people who don't know why they feel bad.
(703) 997-1274 View (703) 997-1274
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Leslie Coates Burpee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MA-Psy, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
My specialties are in individual and family relational distress; chronic health issues; anxiety/depression/OCD; and trauma.
We could all use a little help sometimes working through life's road blocks and getting to the bottom of what got us here in the first place. Since each client's needs are unique, I prefer using an eclectic approach that is grounded in cognitive behavior and psychodynamic therapies aimed at building confidence and strengthen coping skills. I work toward helping clients identify their own troublesome patterns that interfere with living more authentically.
My specialties are in individual and family relational distress; chronic health issues; anxiety/depression/OCD; and trauma.
We could all use a little help sometimes working through life's road blocks and getting to the bottom of what got us here in the first place. Since each client's needs are unique, I prefer using an eclectic approach that is grounded in cognitive behavior and psychodynamic therapies aimed at building confidence and strengthen coping skills. I work toward helping clients identify their own troublesome patterns that interfere with living more authentically.
(703) 596-8818 View (703) 596-8818
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Greg McCathren
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
I am an experienced clinical psychologist with a warm and collaborative approach to therapy. I am here to offer a safe place to process your feelings and to help you set therapeutic goals. I help couples build skills to strengthen their friendship, solidify trust, and improve intimacy to make positive, lasting changes in the relationship. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety including challenges with OCD, depression, trauma including post-traumatic stress, relationship distress or dissatisfaction, as well as challenges with life transitions.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist with a warm and collaborative approach to therapy. I am here to offer a safe place to process your feelings and to help you set therapeutic goals. I help couples build skills to strengthen their friendship, solidify trust, and improve intimacy to make positive, lasting changes in the relationship. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety including challenges with OCD, depression, trauma including post-traumatic stress, relationship distress or dissatisfaction, as well as challenges with life transitions.
(703) 997-7875 View (703) 997-7875
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Rachel Henry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP II
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I am a results-oriented psychotherapist with a passion for using the therapeutic alliance to break through the barriers of the past. Whether it is past mistakes, missed opportunities, or traumatic experiences, I believe that our past does not have to be an obstacle but a launching pad to becoming the best version of ourselves. As a certified EMDR therapist I specialize in the treatment of trauma and OCD using an evidence-based approach to psychotherapy.
I am a results-oriented psychotherapist with a passion for using the therapeutic alliance to break through the barriers of the past. Whether it is past mistakes, missed opportunities, or traumatic experiences, I believe that our past does not have to be an obstacle but a launching pad to becoming the best version of ourselves. As a certified EMDR therapist I specialize in the treatment of trauma and OCD using an evidence-based approach to psychotherapy.
(703) 844-2655 View (703) 844-2655
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Charlotte A. Schafer
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palmyra, VA 22963  (Online Only)
I also offer help for OCD, and emotional habiting.
Do you wish you knew better coping strategies for managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling under the control of others and don’t know how to break free? Are you experiencing guilt, or sadness that doesn't go away? As a professional counselor I can help you find your way back to a more joyful, healthy life. As a caring professional I can teach you techniques that make these distresses lesson or even leave, and help you regain a more balanced perspective over your emotional issues. Are you looking for empowerment over emotional habiting? As a balanced Christian counselor I have answers, I would love to help you.
I also offer help for OCD, and emotional habiting.
Do you wish you knew better coping strategies for managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling under the control of others and don’t know how to break free? Are you experiencing guilt, or sadness that doesn't go away? As a professional counselor I can help you find your way back to a more joyful, healthy life. As a caring professional I can teach you techniques that make these distresses lesson or even leave, and help you regain a more balanced perspective over your emotional issues. Are you looking for empowerment over emotional habiting? As a balanced Christian counselor I have answers, I would love to help you.
(434) 595-3062 View (434) 595-3062
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Carla Messenger Shuman
Psychologist, Ph, D
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
My practice, Mindful Solutions, LLC, strive to help clients improve their mental health and grow personally. Life is stressful, sometimes, but we help clients figure out the best ways to cope. My associates and I specialize in assessing and treating anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, and associated learning challenges, and managing difficult relationships. I also work with those who struggle with chronic medical conditions. we offer compassionate care, and we are trained in cognitive behavior, therapy, family systems, and other evidence based approaches. We want clients to make progress, achieve their goals, and become resilient.
My practice, Mindful Solutions, LLC, strive to help clients improve their mental health and grow personally. Life is stressful, sometimes, but we help clients figure out the best ways to cope. My associates and I specialize in assessing and treating anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, and associated learning challenges, and managing difficult relationships. I also work with those who struggle with chronic medical conditions. we offer compassionate care, and we are trained in cognitive behavior, therapy, family systems, and other evidence based approaches. We want clients to make progress, achieve their goals, and become resilient.
(703) 527-1200 View (703) 527-1200
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Dr. Craig Moorman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Washingtonian Magazine Top Therapist, 25 yrs + experience. I'm passionate about helping people overcome conflict, anxiety, depression, loss, addictions, anger, trauma, ADHD, OCD, phobias and hurts. My goal and motivation in therapy is helping individuals and couples find solutions that get them through the tough times of life. Personalities and brains are flexible and adaptive. Everyone can change and move from helplessness to optimism. I'm ready to use my expertise, experience, and compassion to get you through this difficult season in your life. There is hope!
Washingtonian Magazine Top Therapist, 25 yrs + experience. I'm passionate about helping people overcome conflict, anxiety, depression, loss, addictions, anger, trauma, ADHD, OCD, phobias and hurts. My goal and motivation in therapy is helping individuals and couples find solutions that get them through the tough times of life. Personalities and brains are flexible and adaptive. Everyone can change and move from helplessness to optimism. I'm ready to use my expertise, experience, and compassion to get you through this difficult season in your life. There is hope!
(571) 752-4563 View (571) 752-4563
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Finding Solutions Counseling Centers
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ashburn, VA 20147
Finding Solutions Counseling Centers has the resources and expertise to address a wide range of problems, including, but not limited to: Relationship Problems, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, ADHD/ADD, Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Addictive Behaviors, Issues Relating to Lyme Disease, Stress, Parenting, Behavioral Problems, and Academic Difficulties.
"Living better today and finding hope for tomorrow." Finding Solutions Counseling Centers provides: *Individual Therapy, *Couples Therapy, *Psychological Evaluations, *Academic Evaluations, *Family Systems Therapy, *Conjoint Couples Therapy, *Group Therapy, and *Workshops. Our team is comprised of a highly skilled group of clinicians. We provide evidence-based intervention strategies to provide you and your family the most current and most effective treatment. We work collaboratively with you and other professionals to provide the most comprehensive treatment.
Finding Solutions Counseling Centers has the resources and expertise to address a wide range of problems, including, but not limited to: Relationship Problems, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, ADHD/ADD, Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Addictive Behaviors, Issues Relating to Lyme Disease, Stress, Parenting, Behavioral Problems, and Academic Difficulties.
"Living better today and finding hope for tomorrow." Finding Solutions Counseling Centers provides: *Individual Therapy, *Couples Therapy, *Psychological Evaluations, *Academic Evaluations, *Family Systems Therapy, *Conjoint Couples Therapy, *Group Therapy, and *Workshops. Our team is comprised of a highly skilled group of clinicians. We provide evidence-based intervention strategies to provide you and your family the most current and most effective treatment. We work collaboratively with you and other professionals to provide the most comprehensive treatment.
(703) 336-3730 View (703) 336-3730
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Allyson Markussen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Hello! Thanks so much for including me as a consideration in your healing journey! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I have experience supporting children, adolescents, and young adults who are moving through life's challenges including behavioral challenges, friendship challenges, anxiety, anger management, OCD, emotional regulation, adjustment, and self-esteem.
Hello! Thanks so much for including me as a consideration in your healing journey! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I have experience supporting children, adolescents, and young adults who are moving through life's challenges including behavioral challenges, friendship challenges, anxiety, anger management, OCD, emotional regulation, adjustment, and self-esteem.
(571) 570-3439 View (571) 570-3439

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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.