Online OCD therapists in New York
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Michael Nakhla
Psychiatrist, MD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder can be debilitating, but specialized treatment offers real hope for recovery. I provide evidence-based care for OCD that may include medication management and exposure-response prevention techniques to help you break free from intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. My goal is to help you reclaim time and mental energy from OCD so you can focus on what truly matters to you.
9 Years Experience
Christie Roe
Therapist, LMSW
However obsession and compulsions show up for you, I provide trauma-informed, somatic, and neuro-affirming support that aims to build capacity for more clarity, choice, and connection in the potential between thoughts and thinking, doubt and reality, rumination and inquiry, and how you come to know what you know.
2 Years Experience
Online in New York
(Online Only)
Jack Szary
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
I work with adults experiencing obsessive-compulsive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that interfere with daily life, relationships, or work. Many clients feel trapped by intrusive thoughts, perfectionism, or compulsions they struggle to control, despite knowing these behaviors are distressing or unnecessary. My approach combines evidence-based strategies, including exposure and response prevention (ERP), with exploration of underlying emotional and cognitive patterns, helping clients reduce anxiety, regain control, and develop healthier ways of managing thoughts and behaviors.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York
(Online Only)
City Mental Health Counseling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
We provide specialized, evidence-based therapy for individuals living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Treatment focuses on reducing the impact of intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and anxiety through a structured, supportive approach that helps clients build tolerance for uncertainty and regain a sense of control.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Manhattan, NY 10004
Online in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York
Healing Space Therapy Collective
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-QS, CST
Our therapists help clients reduce compulsive behaviors and intrusive thoughts through evidence-based strategies and exposure-based work when appropriate.
11 Years Experience
Jenna Sackman - Online/Virtual Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC
*Free Consultation* OCD can be incredibly debilitating for one's life, but there is also evidence-based therapies to help you gain control over your OCD. I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Exposure Therapy to help you overcome your OCD. I also specialize in working with children who have OCD and in coaching the parents of children who have OCD.
8 Years Experience
Online in New Jersey, New York
(Online Only)
Madailein O' Donnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Madailein has experience in providing therapy to patients who have OCD.
5 Years Experience
MERLYN HURD PHD QEEG D
Psychologist, PHD; QEEG D BCB, BCN
We have found that stimulation techniques have resulted in reduction of OCD symptoms for many of our past and current clients.
40 Years Experience
In-Person in Manhattan, NY 10010
Online in New York
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
If you have diagnosed obsessive compulsive disorder that's actively disrupting your life, make sure you find a specialist to work with.
If you have a specialist, or your tendencies are more mild (i.e. not an active threat to your health and well-being), let's talk. Somatic Experiencing has the potential to help you track with the physical aspect of a compulsion, that is, instead of thinking about what the urge is, you feel what the urge feels like.
It's hard to believe it till you experience it, but once you can find the physical aspect of a compulsion and learn to track it with some curiosity, it has the potential to change more quickly than addressing the specifics of the compulsion itself.
Again, this isn't a treatment for an OCD diagnosis, but it can be a great supplement to treatment, helping you feel safer and more settled in your body as you navigate this.
11 Years Experience
Online in Australia, Multiple States
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
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Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec
(Online Only)
Katherine Rabinowitz
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LP, M.A., NCPsyA
OCD is bandied about a lot these days. Sometimes it's confused with OCPD, and they are not the same thing. As this is to be a short description of the issue, the best I can do is to say that OCD is an anxiety disorder and OCPD is a personality disorder. There is some overlap. Both vary in severity, and difficulty hauling oneself out of. That stuckness is part of the disorder itself. To understand it better I suggest you read that part on my website that explains it in greater detail. It's under the tab "What's Troubling You."considerably greater detail.
33 Years Experience
In-Person in Manhattan, NY 10276
Online in New York
Vesna Cvetkovic
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
It is incredibly hard and burdensome to live with OCD. I use exposure and response prevention to treat OCD to manage symptoms and restore a sense of hope and functioning.
12 Years Experience
Online in New York
(Online Only)
Elana Blumenthal
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Dealing with patients who have anxiety and OCD is an important part of the work I have done historically and currently. Depending on what kind of OCD they have and whether I need to work with another physician or specialist will determine the kind of work we do together. But getting a client to be aware of what they do, the compulsions they feel and practicing certain alternative ways of managing are crucial.
27 Years Experience
In-Person in Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Online in New Jersey, New York
Hailey Goldberg
Registered Social Worker, Registered Social Worker (MSW), DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician™
I provide support for individuals experiencing OCD, particularly when intrusive, unwanted thoughts are creating significant distress or interfering with daily life. Many people with OCD worry that their thoughts mean something about who they are or what they might do, leading to significant fear, shame, self-doubt, and attempts to gain certainty or reassurance. In therapy, I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore these experiences and better understand how OCD can become stuck in cycles of fear and compulsive responding.
Using evidence-based approaches, I help clients learn new ways of relating to intrusive thoughts so they have less power and influence over daily life. Whether your OCD involves themes related to harm, relationships, sexuality, morality, health, or other unwanted thoughts, my goal is to help you build confidence in your ability to tolerate uncertainty and live in accordance with your values rather than your fears.
11 Years Experience
Online in California, New York,
Alberta, Ontario (Online Only)
Jen Johnston Collaborative Change Counseling and Wellness
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LMHC
Our practice uses evidenced-based approaches to treating OCD. We use exposure and response prevention protocols rooted in the core principal of addressing the ability to tolerate uncertainty. We work with adolescents through adults and engage with family members to help them better understand how best to support you. We understand there is a difference between anxiety and OCD and can help you differentiate what approaches to use in each situation.
18 Years Experience
In-Person in Hamden, CT 06514
In-Person in Wallingford, CT 06492
Online in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York
Lenny Gallo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
OCD is more than just liking things neat and organized. It’s a serious and often misunderstood condition that can be incredibly disruptive to your daily life. For many people, OCD can interfere with work, relationships, and everyday routines—and it’s not something you can just “turn off.”
OCD affects people of all ages and walks of life. It often shows up as unwanted, intrusive thoughts (called obsessions) that can feel scary, upsetting, or out of your control. People can have unwanted sexual thoughts, thoughts of harming others, fears about relationships, and contamination, to name a few. To cope, you might feel driven to do certain behaviors or rituals (compulsions) in an effort to quiet those thoughts. Unfortunately, this creates a cycle that can leave you feeling exhausted, isolated, and overwhelmed.
OCD doesn’t always look the same. It can also show up in related ways, such as:
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) – Obsessive thoughts about perceived flaws in appearance
Skin Picking (Excoriation Disorder) – Repeated picking at the skin, often causing injury
Hair Pulling (Trichotillomania) – Compulsive pulling out of hair from the scalp, eyebrows, or other areas
My approach to treating OCD is rooted in the evidence-based methods of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). ERP is considered the gold standard for OCD treatment. Together, these approaches help you face fears in a safe, supportive way—so you can break free from the cycle of obsessions and compulsions. I am a part a part of the International OCD Foundation's Therapist Network and have been trained in ERP through the organization. To find out more about OCD, Click here.
Side Note: OCD and PTSD (TRAUMA)
About 19% of people with OCD also have a history of trauma. The research in this area is still evolving, and the truth is we don't have the best methods for treating both. Some of the strategies that are highly effective for OCD might not be appropriate for someone actively struggling with PTSD, and vice versa.
Currently, Prolonged Exposure (PE) is considered the gold standard for treating PTSD. That said, some individuals don't respond well to that. Others respond well to approaches like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) or IFS (Internal Family Systems). If you’re dealing with both OCD and trauma, we’ll work together to determine the best path forward—one that’s safe, effective, and tailored to your unique needs.
PLEASE NOTE: Some treatment for OCD will be unconventional. In some cases, I may require house visits and family participation, but be assured that all treatment related to OCD is always in the interest of helping you manage unwanted thoughts and rituals.
13 Years Experience
Online in Illinois, New Jersey, New York
(Online Only)
Robert dos Santos Teixeira
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, SMF, MPIA, MA, MSW, LCSW
Recovery from OCD hinges on the ability to say no to one or more inner selves.
22 Years Experience
Cindy Haines, Psy.D
Psychologist, Psy.D
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can create constant, overwhelming thoughts (obsessions) and lead to repetitive behaviors (compulsions) as a way to reduce anxiety. At Stress & Anxiety Services, we specialize in treating OCD using evidence-based therapies that are proven to help individuals regain control and reduce the impact of OCD on their lives. Our approach includes: Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP): The gold-standard treatment for OCD, where individuals gradually face their fears while learning to resist engaging in compulsive behaviors. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps identify and challenge obsessive thoughts and the compulsive behaviors they trigger, leading to healthier thinking patterns. -Mindfulness Techniques: Encourages awareness and acceptance of distressing thoughts without acting on them, reducing the power of obsessions. Through secure telehealth services, we offer expert OCD treatment wherever you are. With our tailored approach, you can work towards reducing compulsive behaviors and living a more peaceful, fulfilling life.
25 Years Experience
Online in New York,
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
Ricardo Despradel
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC,LPC
I specialize in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard, evidence-based approach for OCD. ERP works by gradually and intentionally exposing clients to the thoughts, images, or situations that trigger their anxiety while helping them resist the urge to engage in compulsions or avoidance. Over time, this process reduces the power of intrusive thoughts, builds tolerance for uncertainty, and breaks the cycle of obsessions and compulsions that OCD depends on to survive. I work with a wide range of OCD presentations, including contamination OCD, checking, harm OCD, and other subtypes, delivering treatment in a structured, individualized, and collaborative format designed for long-term relief. I offer telehealth sessions to teens and adults across New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts, including affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC clients.
6 Years Experience
Online in Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York
(Online Only)
Danielle Esses
Psychologist, PsyD
OCD often involves intrusive thoughts and urges to reduce anxiety through compulsions or mental rituals (including overthinking). Treatment focuses on helping you change your relationship to these thoughts and reduce compulsive behaviors, drawing from evidence-based approaches while also attending to the broader emotional context.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Online in California, New York
Therapy With You
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
We provide treatment for a wide range of mental health concerns, tailoring care to each individual’s unique needs and experiences.
6 Years Experience