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OCD therapists in Alameda, CA

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Oakland, California therapist: Holly Hoffman, PsyD, Psychotherapy, psychologist
OCD

Holly Hoffman, PsyD, Psychotherapy

Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist in CA & NY
I specialize in treating OCD using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard, evidence-based approach for reducing obsessions and compulsions. Through ERP, we gradually and collaboratively face the thoughts, images, and situations that trigger anxiety, while resisting the urge to engage in rituals or avoidance behaviors. Alongside ERP, I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients develop greater psychological flexibility — learning how to make room for uncomfortable thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate their actions. My approach focuses not just on symptom reduction, but on building a life guided by personal values, even in the presence of uncertainty or fear.  
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Alameda, CA
Online in Alameda, CA
Oakland, California therapist: Arpi Isayan, EMDR Therapist, licensed clinical social worker
OCD

Arpi Isayan, EMDR Therapist

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I work with clients struggling with OCD by offering psychoeducation and resources to help them understand the condition and its impact. I use a combination of EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and other modalities to address the underlying thoughts and behaviors associated with OCD.  
8 Years Experience
Online in Alameda, CA (Online Only)
Berkeley, California therapist: Gail Kirk Poust, marriage and family therapist
OCD

Gail Kirk Poust

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Sometimes worries don't make sense, make us do things a certain way, take up time in our day, are embarrassing, or are scary. If any of these are true for you, then it is possible you have OCD. Fortunately, there are science-backed strategies that can help you get a handle on your worries and get your time back. I use Exposure and Response Prevention to give you the tools you need to take charge of your life again.  
12 Years Experience
Online in Alameda, CA (Online Only)
Menlo Park, California therapist: Robert Holaway, psychologist
OCD

Robert Holaway

Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have specialized in the treatment of OCD for 20+ years. I use exposure and response prevention, the gold-standard treatment for OCD and related disorders, coupled with a warm, pragmatic, and goal-directed approach. My goal is to help you overcome OCD, eliminate suffering, and live a more fulfilling life.  
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Alameda, CA
Online in Alameda, CA
San Francisco, California therapist: Michael Myette Therapy, licensed clinical social worker
OCD

Michael Myette Therapy

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in treatment of OCD  
19 Years Experience
Online in Alameda, CA (Online Only)
Seattle, Washington therapist: Aaron Kapin, somatic experiencing practitioner
OCD

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 Alameda, CA (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Heidi Hartston, psychologist
OCD

Heidi Hartston

Psychologist, PhD
I have several decades of experience working with OCD, intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, unwanted images, reassurance seeking and relationship OCD. Although it can be a devastating experience and can cause a traumatic level of anxiety, OCD is very responsive to the right specialized treatments. I can help you individually to empower your true wise mind and to quiet the doubting voice. I can also help with families or parents who are navigating how to distinguish helping a child with OCD versus enabling. And I can work with couples where relationship OCD or another type of OCD may be causing a rift. I combine insightful, caring depth work with evidence based techniques like exposure and response prevention (E&RP) and CBT that effectively free you from obsessive-compulsive patterns, and help you to reclaim the balanced, happy life you deserve. Check out my youtube channel for my IOCDF talks here: https://youtu.be/Qo60AaNYtlM?si=yebouBFY6kZhKd6o  
35 Years Experience
Online in Alameda, CA (Online Only)
San Francisco, California therapist: Dr. Jag Soni, psychologist
OCD

Dr. Jag Soni

Psychologist, Ph.D., HSPP, PCC, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Living with the relentless cycle of OCD can make your world feel increasingly rigid and exhausting. With over 35 years of Ph.D. expertise, I provide a specialized, evidence-based approach to help you dismantle the internal mechanics of intrusive thoughts and compulsions. We work together to uncover the root drivers of your anxiety and foster the cognitive shifts necessary to reclaim your time and mental freedom. Through secure Telehealth, I offer an expert, non-judgmental space to move from a state of being "controlled" to one of clarity and agency. Reach out to schedule your first appointment.  
36 Years Experience
Online in Alameda, CA (Online Only)
San Francisco, California therapist: Eric Olsen, life coach
OCD

Eric Olsen

Life Coach, PTSD, Trauma Triage, BSc Social Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
We work through your OCD issues, uncover the root cause and help you heal and recover from OCD issues.  
17 Years Experience
Online in Alameda, CA (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Timothy Weymann, licensed clinical social worker
OCD

Timothy Weymann

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can feel exhausting and isolating—like your mind won’t give you a moment of rest. The intrusive thoughts, doubts, and urges to perform rituals can create a relentless cycle of anxiety and temporary relief with a rebound of increased anxiety and distress. As a therapist who works with OCD, I provide a supportive, structured space to help you break that cycle and regain a sense of choice and power over your life. Using evidence-based approaches such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and cognitive-behavioral strategies, we’ll work together to gradually reduce the power of intrusive thoughts and compulsions. Therapy is not about eliminating thoughts—it’s about changing your relationship to them so they no longer dictate your actions or define who you are. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and steady. I understand how real and distressing OCD can feel, and I will never minimize your experience. With the right support and tools, it’s possible to live with greater freedom, flexibility, and peace of mind. You don’t have to face OCD alone.  
14 Years Experience
Online in Alameda, CA (Online Only)

OCD therapists in Alameda, California Statistics

OCD therapists in Alameda, California average 19 years of experience and charge around $221 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (80%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (46%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (39%).

Average years in practice

19 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$221

Accept insurance

41%

Offer sliding scale

35%

Gender ID

51% Female
40% Male
5% Non-Binary
4% Gender Fluid

Session Type

62% In Person and Online
37% Online Only
1% In Person Only

Top Treatment Approaches

80% Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
46% Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
39% Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
38% Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
38% Family Systems Therapy
38% Psychodynamic Therapy
35% Behavioral Therapy

Ages Served

96% Adult
62% Senior
62% Young Adult
52% Teen
28% Children

Client Focus

54% Women
54% LGBTQ+
45% Men
37% Persons with Disabilities
37% Black / African American