Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Lexington, VA
You've probably already tried to figure out how to feel better. Sick of being told that you're "too sensitive" or "overreacting," you're exhausted by how emotions and memories reach out and grab you, ripping you from your best efforts at stability. The effects of trauma, including high levels of anxiety, may make you wish you could simply just get rid of your emotions. It doesn't seem to matter how smart you are or how great a problem-solver you are in other areas of your life. The end result is that you're discouraged. I offer a collaborative approach with interventions that work. Come work with me and find hope and change.
You've probably already tried to figure out how to feel better. Sick of being told that you're "too sensitive" or "overreacting," you're exhausted by how emotions and memories reach out and grab you, ripping you from your best efforts at stability. The effects of trauma, including high levels of anxiety, may make you wish you could simply just get rid of your emotions. It doesn't seem to matter how smart you are or how great a problem-solver you are in other areas of your life. The end result is that you're discouraged. I offer a collaborative approach with interventions that work. Come work with me and find hope and change.
It is important to provide a supportive, attuned presence to help my patients work through the struggles, problems, and difficulties that have brought them into treatment. I build a relationship of trust with my patients in order to help them feel the support and care I have for them. I believe that diligent exploration of a patient's negative emotions and problematic relationships leads to healing. Through the use of simple challenges, highlighting of interpersonal and emotional patterns, encouragement, and honest feedback, my objective is to help the patient feel the love and support needed to heal and change.
It is important to provide a supportive, attuned presence to help my patients work through the struggles, problems, and difficulties that have brought them into treatment. I build a relationship of trust with my patients in order to help them feel the support and care I have for them. I believe that diligent exploration of a patient's negative emotions and problematic relationships leads to healing. Through the use of simple challenges, highlighting of interpersonal and emotional patterns, encouragement, and honest feedback, my objective is to help the patient feel the love and support needed to heal and change.
Jennifer Keith
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, VA 24450
Waitlist for new clients
Currently only accepting clients for extended session/intensive trauma work. As a therapist, I believe everyone is capable of fulfilling their true authentic self and realizing their maximum potential. The therapeutic relationship can serve as a catalyst for this change and my role as a therapist is to partner with you on this journey and to offer support and guidance. My experience is in working with adults with complex trauma. I believe the core condition of being human is forming relationships and we experience dysfunction and unhappiness when we experience disconnection.
Currently only accepting clients for extended session/intensive trauma work. As a therapist, I believe everyone is capable of fulfilling their true authentic self and realizing their maximum potential. The therapeutic relationship can serve as a catalyst for this change and my role as a therapist is to partner with you on this journey and to offer support and guidance. My experience is in working with adults with complex trauma. I believe the core condition of being human is forming relationships and we experience dysfunction and unhappiness when we experience disconnection.
Virginia R Nielsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC, MHP, NBCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, VA 24450 (Online Only)
Therapy and case management is a collaborative process between the therapist and the client. As a counselor, I will be using an integrative approach incorporating many techniques from different theoretical approaches and using Narrative therapy, behavioral therapy, A.C.T, and person-centered therapy. Each client will be treated differently, ensuring that his or her goals are incorporated into the treatment process. Therapy will include some of the following: self-awareness techniques, relaxation techniques, behavioral modification, role-playing, journaling, psycho-education, and identifying and incorporating new coping skills.
Therapy and case management is a collaborative process between the therapist and the client. As a counselor, I will be using an integrative approach incorporating many techniques from different theoretical approaches and using Narrative therapy, behavioral therapy, A.C.T, and person-centered therapy. Each client will be treated differently, ensuring that his or her goals are incorporated into the treatment process. Therapy will include some of the following: self-awareness techniques, relaxation techniques, behavioral modification, role-playing, journaling, psycho-education, and identifying and incorporating new coping skills.
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I also help clients who struggle to have meaningful relationships, those with addiction-related issues, and those who experience OCD, anxiety, and depression.
As a gay man, I validate and support clients’ identities, sexuality, and spiritual beliefs. I was raised LDS and understand the cultural, familial, social, and spiritual complexities that can arise from growing up in that environment. I focus on helping clients heal from shame-based trauma, improve their relationship skills, and build a life that is consistent with their sexuality, gender identity, goals, and values.
I also help clients who struggle to have meaningful relationships, those with addiction-related issues, and those who experience OCD, anxiety, and depression.
As a gay man, I validate and support clients’ identities, sexuality, and spiritual beliefs. I was raised LDS and understand the cultural, familial, social, and spiritual complexities that can arise from growing up in that environment. I focus on helping clients heal from shame-based trauma, improve their relationship skills, and build a life that is consistent with their sexuality, gender identity, goals, and values.
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Tiffani Smith - NOCD
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902 (Online Only)
Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
I've worked as a therapist for about five years, completing most of my residency working with teenagers and their families in group homes. I also have extensive experience working with anxiety disorders, ADHD, and substance use disorder, specifically opioid addiction in adults. I believe authenticity is key to healing, and I strive to create a safe place for my clients to be their most authentic selves. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD, utilizing our deep understanding of its nuances to properly diagnose and treat it.
Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
I've worked as a therapist for about five years, completing most of my residency working with teenagers and their families in group homes. I also have extensive experience working with anxiety disorders, ADHD, and substance use disorder, specifically opioid addiction in adults. I believe authenticity is key to healing, and I strive to create a safe place for my clients to be their most authentic selves. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD, utilizing our deep understanding of its nuances to properly diagnose and treat it.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, & adjustment disorders, in teens, and adults.
I provide therapy within a warm, supportive, and collaborative relationship. I work with adults and teens coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, complex family systems and stressors related to managing the many demands of our daily lives. I have expertise in working with parents and providing developmentally appropriate, attachment oriented, interventions to resolve child behaviors and challenging parent-child relationship dynamics.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, & adjustment disorders, in teens, and adults.
I provide therapy within a warm, supportive, and collaborative relationship. I work with adults and teens coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, complex family systems and stressors related to managing the many demands of our daily lives. I have expertise in working with parents and providing developmentally appropriate, attachment oriented, interventions to resolve child behaviors and challenging parent-child relationship dynamics.
Hello! I am a licensed Resident in Counseling in Virginia and am supervised by Kathleen Van Allen, LPC. I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families struggling with a variety of concerns from difficulties with self-esteem and self-worth to processing the many different forms of stressors that life can bring. I have experience in working with addiction, anxiety, depression and mood disorders (including premenstrual dysphoric disorder), obsessive compulsive disorder and borderline personality disorder. Other specialties include moms, dads, and military deployment.
Hello! I am a licensed Resident in Counseling in Virginia and am supervised by Kathleen Van Allen, LPC. I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families struggling with a variety of concerns from difficulties with self-esteem and self-worth to processing the many different forms of stressors that life can bring. I have experience in working with addiction, anxiety, depression and mood disorders (including premenstrual dysphoric disorder), obsessive compulsive disorder and borderline personality disorder. Other specialties include moms, dads, and military deployment.
I welcome clients with a wide range of needs and goals. I can assist individuals and couples presenting with a variety of concerns, such as: ADHD, addiction, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, obsessive-compulsive disorder, personality disorders, relationship conflicts, and trauma related disorders. I offer services in the evenings and weekends to accommodate those needing a more flexible schedule.
I welcome clients with a wide range of needs and goals. I can assist individuals and couples presenting with a variety of concerns, such as: ADHD, addiction, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, obsessive-compulsive disorder, personality disorders, relationship conflicts, and trauma related disorders. I offer services in the evenings and weekends to accommodate those needing a more flexible schedule.
Arminda Cheshier-Perch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Culpeper, VA 22701 (Online Only)
I offer expertise in CBT, trauma-informed psychotherapies, whole person care, ERP for OCD, coaching, pastoral care, and more.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious despite appearing to have it all together? Imagine transforming those internal struggles into a source of strength, growth, and meaning. Your journey might include experiences of trauma, loss, burnout, or spiritual challenges, and you deserve to have your mind, body, and spirit supported. By seeking a counselor, you are taking a courageous step towards a more fulfilling and harmonious life. I am here to help you embrace change, heal, and grow. Let's work together to create the positive transformation you desire.
I offer expertise in CBT, trauma-informed psychotherapies, whole person care, ERP for OCD, coaching, pastoral care, and more.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious despite appearing to have it all together? Imagine transforming those internal struggles into a source of strength, growth, and meaning. Your journey might include experiences of trauma, loss, burnout, or spiritual challenges, and you deserve to have your mind, body, and spirit supported. By seeking a counselor, you are taking a courageous step towards a more fulfilling and harmonious life. I am here to help you embrace change, heal, and grow. Let's work together to create the positive transformation you desire.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Grief + Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships/Family/Couples, Substance Abuse, and Other Specializations (OCD, Mood Disorders).
Hi, I'm Dr. Albach. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Doctor of Psychology in practice since 2001. I believe that Mental Health is not a destination but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you are going. That is why I am here to help create change through healthier minds, behaviors and thoughts.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Grief + Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships/Family/Couples, Substance Abuse, and Other Specializations (OCD, Mood Disorders).
Hi, I'm Dr. Albach. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Doctor of Psychology in practice since 2001. I believe that Mental Health is not a destination but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you are going. That is why I am here to help create change through healthier minds, behaviors and thoughts.
Dr. Glen Bowman is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with more than 30 years of experience providing counseling services in a variety of settings, including college and university counseling centers, outpatient mental health clinics, and inpatient psychiatric centers. His work with adults, children, couples, and families has focused on issues related to stress and coping, transition and identity-related issues, communication skills, anger management, grief, loss, perfectionism, social anxiety, panic disorders, OCD, depression, and substance abuse.
Dr. Glen Bowman is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with more than 30 years of experience providing counseling services in a variety of settings, including college and university counseling centers, outpatient mental health clinics, and inpatient psychiatric centers. His work with adults, children, couples, and families has focused on issues related to stress and coping, transition and identity-related issues, communication skills, anger management, grief, loss, perfectionism, social anxiety, panic disorders, OCD, depression, and substance abuse.
Eric Mount
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Anxiety can feel overwhelming. Trying to manage worry, panic attacks, or obsessive compulsive disorder can be challenging. You may find that the harder you try, the more you fight, the worse it gets. Well meaning friends and family members may try to help by offering advice of their own: Don’t worry about it. Think about something else. Just try to relax. Unfortunately these suggestions are rarely helpful. The truth is, anxiety can be managed. The solutions, however, are often counterintuitive.
Anxiety can feel overwhelming. Trying to manage worry, panic attacks, or obsessive compulsive disorder can be challenging. You may find that the harder you try, the more you fight, the worse it gets. Well meaning friends and family members may try to help by offering advice of their own: Don’t worry about it. Think about something else. Just try to relax. Unfortunately these suggestions are rarely helpful. The truth is, anxiety can be managed. The solutions, however, are often counterintuitive.
Heather Long
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rixeyville, VA 22737 (Online Only)
Life comes with many challenges and the process of healing sometimes can feel overwhelming. If you resonate with this, I am here to help you safely navigate that process! Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse populations, including individuals struggling with a myriad of mental health issues such as, depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD and PTSD. I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and I would be honored to have the opportunity to help you provide tools to facilitate that healing.
Life comes with many challenges and the process of healing sometimes can feel overwhelming. If you resonate with this, I am here to help you safely navigate that process! Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse populations, including individuals struggling with a myriad of mental health issues such as, depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD and PTSD. I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and I would be honored to have the opportunity to help you provide tools to facilitate that healing.
My specialty is working with anxiety disorders to include panic attacks, PTSD, OCD, and generalized anxiety.
If you are experiencing intense anxiety, relationship issues, depression, and/or just feeling stuck, change is possible. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist opens pathways to healing and clients can discover the truth of their own inner strength and resources. I would like to help you on your journey to explore, learn, and encourage movement towards greater self-awareness, deeper peace, and achieve more meaning and joy from relationships. To achieve these goals, I believe that a customized approach in therapy is most effective in helping people make positive changes in their lives.
My specialty is working with anxiety disorders to include panic attacks, PTSD, OCD, and generalized anxiety.
If you are experiencing intense anxiety, relationship issues, depression, and/or just feeling stuck, change is possible. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist opens pathways to healing and clients can discover the truth of their own inner strength and resources. I would like to help you on your journey to explore, learn, and encourage movement towards greater self-awareness, deeper peace, and achieve more meaning and joy from relationships. To achieve these goals, I believe that a customized approach in therapy is most effective in helping people make positive changes in their lives.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum Disorders (OCD, hair pulling, skin picking, etc.), Tics/Tourette's, Anxiety, Depression, and trauma/PTSD. The core of my approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I also treat trauma in adults with Written Exposure Therapy (a brief, structured treatment). I'm glad to speak with you for a free brief consultation on the phone (initial 90 min. session fee is $142 and an hour session is $125). I see ALL ages for tics/Tourette's and BFRBs (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting, etc.). For all other treatment I see clients age 18 and older.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum Disorders (OCD, hair pulling, skin picking, etc.), Tics/Tourette's, Anxiety, Depression, and trauma/PTSD. The core of my approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I also treat trauma in adults with Written Exposure Therapy (a brief, structured treatment). I'm glad to speak with you for a free brief consultation on the phone (initial 90 min. session fee is $142 and an hour session is $125). I see ALL ages for tics/Tourette's and BFRBs (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting, etc.). For all other treatment I see clients age 18 and older.
Stephaney Cooper - NOCD
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902 (Online Only)
Our understanding of OCD's nuances enables us to properly diagnose and treat it effectively.
I am passionate about helping people and that is why I love working with people in areas they may feel stuck to create positive changes. I believe it is important to create a safe non-judgmental atmosphere where we normalize experiences and collaborate. I specialize in working with anxiety and trauma and work hard on teaching you skills and tools to have long-term relief. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD.
Our understanding of OCD's nuances enables us to properly diagnose and treat it effectively.
I am passionate about helping people and that is why I love working with people in areas they may feel stuck to create positive changes. I believe it is important to create a safe non-judgmental atmosphere where we normalize experiences and collaborate. I specialize in working with anxiety and trauma and work hard on teaching you skills and tools to have long-term relief. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD.
He deals with a wide range of issues including bipolar disorder, OCD, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and faith.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**** Terry L. Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Community Counseling Center. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Bethel College in N. Newton KS, his Master’s in Community Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University.
He deals with a wide range of issues including bipolar disorder, OCD, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and faith.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**** Terry L. Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Community Counseling Center. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Bethel College in N. Newton KS, his Master’s in Community Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University.
Sally has been practicing as a licensed therapist and has worked in the mental health field for 25+ years. She has a wide range of experience and has treated a broad spectrum of populations in counseling groups, individuals and couples. Her areas of practice include working with individuals that have bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, PTSD, OCD, borderline personality disorder. Sally specializes in dialectical behavior therapy, and also incorporates interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapies into treatment.
Sally has been practicing as a licensed therapist and has worked in the mental health field for 25+ years. She has a wide range of experience and has treated a broad spectrum of populations in counseling groups, individuals and couples. Her areas of practice include working with individuals that have bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, PTSD, OCD, borderline personality disorder. Sally specializes in dialectical behavior therapy, and also incorporates interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapies into treatment.
Justin Trout - NOCD
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, QMHP
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902 (Online Only)
Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
From a young age, personal experiences have called me to help people. I've always been passionate about seeing individuals overcome challenges and reach a point where they can say, "I feel better." In my family, I've witnessed the effects of bipolar disorder and major depression, and how they can impact a person and their entire support network. These experiences inspired me to pursue a career in mental health. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD. Our deep understanding of its nuances enables us to properly diagnose and treat it.
Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
From a young age, personal experiences have called me to help people. I've always been passionate about seeing individuals overcome challenges and reach a point where they can say, "I feel better." In my family, I've witnessed the effects of bipolar disorder and major depression, and how they can impact a person and their entire support network. These experiences inspired me to pursue a career in mental health. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD. Our deep understanding of its nuances enables us to properly diagnose and treat it.
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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.