OCD therapists in San Diego, California CA
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OCD
Jennifer Warkentin
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a type of anxiety where people ruminate over distressing thoughts and then engage in repetitive behaviors or mental acts as a way of managing the obsessive thoughts. It can take many forms with varying levels of intensity. OCD is typically treated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with Exposure Response Prevention. We will explore the thoughts and compulsions you're experiencing and create a robust plan of changing your experience of anxiety.
18 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
OCD
Heather Marriatori
Psychologist, PhD
I have years of experience and training in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy which is proven effective for OCD.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92108
Online in San Diego, CA California
OCD
Dr. Divya Kakaiya Healthy Within
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist Ph. D M.S. BCN-L
OCD is a brain stuck in a loop — hyperactive circuits between the orbital frontal cortex and deeper subcortical structures firing relentlessly, generating intrusive thoughts and compelling rituals that feel impossible to resist.
Neurofeedback targets this overactive circuitry directly, training the brain to quiet the alarm system driving compulsive behavior. Over sessions, the loop loosens — intrusive thoughts lose their neurological grip, and the urgency to ritualize gradually diminishes.
41 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92121
OCD
Hailey Williford
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
In my practice, I enjoy working with clients experiencing symptoms of OCD including but not limited to: intrusive and or distressing thoughts, compulsions, reassurance seeking, difficulty in relationships (including ROCD), specific phobias, etc. I utilize Exposure and Response prevention Therapy (ERP) to manage anxious reactions to triggers.
3 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
OCD
Dr. Maxwell Rappoport
Psychologist, Ph.D.
For obsessive-compulsive disorder, I primarily use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for OCD, often combined with CBT and Mindfulness strategies. This work helps reduce compulsive behaviors, loosen the grip of intrusive thoughts, and restore freedom in daily life.
9 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
OCD
Diaspora Therapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist, DSW, LMFT
We provide evidence-based, trauma-informed support for OCD and intrusive thoughts. We help clients understand obsessive patterns, reduce distress, and build effective coping strategies while prioritizing safety and collaboration. Treatment is paced thoughtfully and tailored to individual needs.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near San Diego, CA
Online in San Diego, CA California
San Diego's identity as a major military and biotech hub creates dual demand for therapists specializing in veteran trauma and PTSD on one hand, and the high-functioning anxiety and burnout of the life sciences industry on the other. The city's large active-duty population at Naval Base San Diego and Camp Pendleton means therapists with military specialty training are consistently sought after, and many practices are specifically oriented toward service members and their families. San Diego's border location and large Latino population drive demand for bilingual therapists and culturally affirming care for immigrant and mixed-status families. Scripps Health and UC San Diego Health provide institutional mental health anchors across the county.
OCD therapists in San Diego, California Statistics
OCD therapists in San Diego, California average 18 years of experience and charge around $221 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (41%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (39%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$221
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 36% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 50% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Men |
| 35% | Black / African American |
| 35% | Hispanic / Latino |