OCD therapists in Berkeley, California CA
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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 Berkeley, CA California (Online Only)
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 Berkeley, CA California (Online Only)
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 Berkeley, CA
Online in Berkeley, CA California
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 Berkeley, CA
Online in Berkeley, CA California
choicetherapy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I enjoy helping individuals create new ways of interaction with their OCD so they can live a full and meaningful life.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Berkeley, CA
Online in Berkeley, CA California
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 Berkeley, CA California (Online Only)
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 Berkeley, CA California (Online Only)
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 Berkeley, CA California (Online Only)
Dr. Christina Charlotin
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have extensive experience treated those who struggle with OCD related symptoms including chronic rumination and compulsive behaviors.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Berkeley, CA
Online in Berkeley, CA California
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 Berkeley, CA California (Online Only)
OCD therapists in Berkeley, California Statistics
OCD therapists in Berkeley, 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 |
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| 40% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 80% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 39% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 38% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 35% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 54% | Women |
| 45% | Men |
| 37% | Black / African American |
| 37% | Persons with Disabilities |