OCD therapists in Boulder, CO
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OCD
Elinor Nygren Szapiro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA LPC, EMDR II, Brainspotting Certification, Hypnotherapy
Dealing with OCD can be overwhelming . It can feel as if your thoughts are out of your control and are causing intense stress or even distress. Fortunately, there is a new method to effectively deal with out of control OCD thoughts. It is based on the emerging scientific research that shows the "neuroplasticity" of the brain. This means that the neural networks, the thinking patterns, of the brain are not "written in stone" and can be changed. There are specific protocols to change these neural networks and calm the OCD thoughts through the neurophysiological, mind/body technique called Brainspotting. I am trained in this method and would be happy to help you with it.
45 Years Experience
Online in Boulder, CO (Online Only)
OCD
David Redbord
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MPH, LPCC
Does this sound like your experience of OCD?
You can’t stop thinking about something. In order to feel better there’s something you HAVE to do. You can’t relax without doing whatever that is. You’re preoccupied with worry over something and whatever it is you have to do feel better.
This often leads to…
Difficulty staying present. Not enjoying your life as much due to being preoccupied with something. Feeling nervous and anxious. Feeling Frustrated with having to do a behavior over and over in order to move forward.
OCD is short for obsessive-compulsive disorder which includes two issues: Obsession and Compulsion.
Obsession is when stress and worry building the system, starting with a thought about a particular issue.
A compulsion is a behavior. And unless you do the behavior, you can’t relax and move forward.
I work with clients with OCD using mindfulness.
When you notice your mind starting to get preoccupied around an obsession with something and the stress starting to build, you can notice where you feel the sensation of that worry in your body.
By staying present with that sensation, it will move and change and the worry will move through your body.
When the urge to do a compulsive behavior arises, you can likewise notice where you feel the sensation of that urge in your body and stay present with it. As you stay present with it and do not act on the urge, the sensation will move and change and the urge will pass.
In this way, we can use mindfulness to come back to the present moment and not discontinue the cycle of obsession and compulsion.
I’d be honored to support you in using mindfulness to feel better, decrease the presence of OCD in your life, and find calm presence.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Boulder, CO 80301
Online in Boulder, CO
OCD
Dina Matic
Psychologist, PhD
I work with individuals experiencing OCD to help them understand and manage intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and mindfulness, I guide clients toward reducing anxiety and gaining control over symptom.
16 Years Experience
Online in Boulder, CO (Online Only)
OCD
Colorado OCD & Anxiety Treatment
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LPC-S, LCSW
At Colorado OCD & Anxiety Treatment, we specialize in helping children, teens, and adults manage OCD with proven, evidence-based therapies.
We primarily use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), where clients face triggers in a safe, structured way while learning to resist compulsions. We also use OCD-specific CBT to address the thought patterns that maintain OCD.
For kids and teens, we include parent coaching through programs like SPACE to reduce accommodation and support progress at home. Sessions can be in-person in Boulder or Fort Collins or virtual for flexibility. Our personalized approach helps clients reduce symptoms, regain control, and build lasting confidence in daily life.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Boulder, CO 80301
Online in Boulder, CO
OCD
Ignite Counseling Colorado
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, CSAT
While OCD is often misunderstood as simply a need for cleanliness or organization, it is a complex anxiety disorder that can deeply affect daily life, relationships, and peace of mind. Recognizing the patterns of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors is the first step toward effective treatment and lasting relief.
Ignite Counseling Colorado is an award-winning practice specializing in evidence-based OCD treatment. Our therapists use proven approaches to help reduce anxiety, break compulsive cycles, and restore a sense of control. A core part of treatment is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard therapy for OCD. Guided by a trained therapist, ERP helps your brain learn that anxiety naturally decreases without relying on compulsions or rituals for relief.
Over time, you will build the confidence and skills to practice ERP independently, allowing you to manage symptoms more effectively long-term. When appropriate, ERP can also be integrated with trauma-focused therapies to support deeper healing and more comprehensive recovery.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Boulder, CO
Online in Boulder, CO
OCD
Assessing Alternatives Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
AAC provides evidence-based care for individuals experiencing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Treatment focuses on reducing intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors through structured approaches like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Clinicians also integrate CBT and mindfulness strategies to help clients tolerate uncertainty and decrease anxiety over time. The goal is to improve functioning, increase flexibility, and help clients regain a sense of control in their daily lives.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Boulder, CO
Online in Boulder, CO
OCD
Kim Colna
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental illness that causes unwanted obsessions and compulsions. Symptoms of doing things over and over again, or obsessions with unwanted thoughts could be what is holding you back from life experiences. With my expertise CBT, DBT, ACT, TFCBT, and solution focused therapy, I can provide the treatment you need.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Boulder, CO
Online in Boulder, CO
OCD
Laura Forcella Spiering
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LIMHP
OCD can feel limiting, distressing, and consuming. I use Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), an evidence-based approach that focuses on how obsessional doubt develops. Together, we examine the reasoning patterns driving the doubt process and build strategies to strengthen self-trust and stay grounded in the present moment.
19 Years Experience
Online in Boulder, CO (Online Only)
OCD
Alison deLassus
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I use a combination of ERP (the gold standard treatment for OCD) and IFS/ parts work to treat OCD. This approach helps us break the obsessive-compulsive cycle, while deepening self-understanding and practicing self-kindness every step of the way.
7 Years Experience
Online in Boulder, CO (Online Only)
OCD
Johanna Wood, Leap Counseling and Consultation
Psychologist, PhD, LP
I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. My clients typically have tried therapy before, but have not seen much improvement. They continue living in fear, anxiety, and guilt, as their lives continue getting smaller and smaller. This is because OCD requires specialized treatment. Coping skills are great, but they can only get you so far. In fact, when it comes to OCD, they could be making things worse! The good news is, there are science-backed treatments for OCD with decades of research showing that they actually work. If you're ready to stop coping and start living, take a leap of faith and reach out.
My style is structured and balances use of the latest science with compassion and understanding. My goal is to make you feel heard, and feel challenged. I serve adults with primary issues of OCD, and I also address co-occurring anxiety disorders, depression, insomnia, body-focused repetitive behaviors, and trauma, using cognitive-behavioral therapies. I address all forms of OCD, but I have a special interest in scrupulosity (religious- and moral-based) OCD. I love helping people stop letting their OCD hijack their sources of meaning and get back to having faith in faith again.
3 Years Experience
Online in Boulder, CO (Online Only)
Boulder is home to the University of Colorado Boulder and has one of the highest educational attainment rates and most progressive cultures of any American city, with exceptional access to therapy—CU's graduate programs produce many trained clinicians—alongside the specific pressures of a city with extreme housing costs, intense social comparison around physical fitness and achievement, and a large university student population. The 2021 King Soopers mass shooting created community-level trauma that remains present in Boulder's collective consciousness, and local therapists have significant experience with trauma-informed care. The city's outdoor recreation culture and emphasis on wellness are genuine assets but can also create pressure around physical appearance and lifestyle perfection that feeds anxiety and disordered eating. Common therapy concerns include academic perfectionism, housing insecurity anxiety, trauma, the psychological pressure of an exceptionally high-achieving and health-conscious culture, and student mental health.
OCD therapists in Boulder, CO Statistics
OCD therapists in Boulder, CO average 16 years of experience and charge around $212 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (84%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (54%), and Behavioral Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$212
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 84% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 54% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 44% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 39% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Teen |
| 45% | Senior |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 44% | Women |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Christian |