Online OCD therapists in Schenectady, New York NY
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Alexander Tice
Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Tice specializes in the treatment of OCD, utilizing the "gold standard" treatment for OCD: Exposure and Response Prevention (E/RP). ERP is a highly effective intervention for OCD, and involves learning concrete skills for managing obsessive, intrusive thoughts and the corresponding distressing emotions. OCD manifests uniquely in each person, and Dr. Tice works with each client to identify their specific OCD experience, as well as the individualized treatment plan for them. ERP helps each person face their fears, and learn to be able to tolerate uncertainty and discomfort. Reach out if you have any questions about how ERP could be right for you!
8 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY
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 Schenectady, NY (Online Only)
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 Schenectady, NY (Online Only)
Under The Tree Counseling
Life Coach
Compulsions and anxiety go hand in hand. If someone is nervous about something going wrong, they’ll become obsessed with the idea and eventually convince themselves that they must stop the negative situation from happening. Unfortunately, this mindset can be harmful, however if the client can connect the dots of their anxiety to their behavior, they will begin to see the faulty perception of their actions
10 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY (Online Only)
Elena Katrantzos
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, PMH-C
EK Mental Health Counseling specializes in treating all subtypes of OCD including pure O type and Perinatal/postpartum OCD. We are trained to assess for OCD and provide the most current evidence based psychotherapy practices. These include ERP, ACT and mindfulness.
11 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY (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
Online in Schenectady, NY
Dr. Bruce Pace
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Cognitive behavioral and relaxation based approach using exposure with response prevention.
21 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY (Online Only)
Steven Merino
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Living with OCD can feel overwhelming and isolating. I provide a supportive, empathetic space to explore your thoughts, fears, and compulsions without judgment. Together, we’ll develop personalized strategies to manage symptoms, build coping skills, and regain a sense of control. My approach honors your unique experience and works at a pace that feels comfortable and empowering for you.
2 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY (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
Online in Schenectady, NY
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
Online in Schenectady, NY
Total Wellness Center
Treatment Center, We have LCSWs and LPCs providing various talk therapies. It's key to find a provider who fits your unique needs.
OCD: Our OCD therapy employs evidence-based techniques to help manage obsessive thoughts & compulsive behaviors, improving overall well-being.
11 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY
Molly Stern
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MFT
I work with clients experiencing obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors by helping them better understand the cycle of OCD and how it impacts their daily lives. Together, we focus on building awareness, reducing shame, and developing strategies to respond to intrusive thoughts with greater flexibility and control.
3 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY (Online Only)
Live Laugh and Love Therapy| Jessica Munson
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D,CCATP, CAMAS-II, CCTP
I have been treating OCD through my entire career or 18 years as a therapist but I have seen it become more progressive over the past few years. I took a more specialized training in exposure and response prevention therapy to help folks confront their obsessive thinking, compulsions, and intrusive thoughts that have taken over their lives. I teach people to become comfortable talking about their thoughts, lay down the shame and fear of sharing them, and understanding the roots of where they come from so we can make them more manageable together. Learning to live with OCD is a passion and something I continue to work on specializing further in through my career.
18 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY
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
Online in Schenectady, NY
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
Online in Schenectady, NY
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
Online in Schenectady, NY
Manhattan Mental Health Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
Our compassionate therapists specialize in OCD.
18 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY
Talking Works
Counselor/Therapist, LMSW, LMHC, LCSW
We have many therapists who are experienced in working with OCD. Please take a look at our general statement here and our website: https://talkingworkscounseling.com/
14 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY
Adrian Pinckney
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I provide evidence-based strategies to help clients manage intrusive thoughts, reduce compulsive behaviors, and regain control of their daily lives.
4 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY (Online Only)
Stephanie Miodus
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
I specialize in therapy for individuals with OCD, including those with overlapping neurodevelopmental needs such as autism. Specifically, I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), an evidence-based treatment to reduce OCD symptoms. For parents, using an evidence-based parent coaching model (SPACE), I provide guidance on how to support progress at home while reducing unhelpful accommodations. My work also focuses on providing diagnostic clarity in assessments, especially when symptoms of OCD and autism may look similar but require different approaches.
2 Years Experience
Online in Schenectady, NY
OCD therapists in Schenectady, New York Statistics
OCD therapists in Schenectady, New York average 13 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are OCD (100%), Anxiety or Fears (89%), and Depression (75%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | OCD |
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Depression |
| 72% | Stress |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Social Anxiety |
| 62% | Loss or Grief |