OCD therapists in Kansas City, Missouri MO
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Kirk Shelton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Obsessive-compulsive behaviors can feel overwhelming and controlling, but change is possible. I help clients break free from the cycle of obsession and compulsion, using CBT and EMDR to reprocess the underlying triggers and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
10 Years Experience
Online in Kansas City, MO Missouri (Online Only)
Dr. Leigh Anne Randa
Psychologist, PhD
Effective treatment for OCD begins with conceptualizing Obsessive Compulsive Disorderas a function of "creative wiring" in one's brain. People suffering with OCD need some different thinking tools to deal with their unique brain wiring. This process begins with learning the tools of evidence based Exposure and Response Prevention therapy. Dr. Randa will work with you to master the tools to of this life changing therapy. OCD need not ruin your life. Dr. Randa specializes in treating
20 Years Experience
In-Person in Kansas City, MO
Online in Kansas City, MO Missouri
Jessica Oliver, Aspire Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
We have two therapists who specialize in treating anxiety disorders including OCD. Treatment for OCD often includes exposure work and we often follow the Exposure and Response Prevention Protocol.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kansas City, MO
Online in Kansas City, MO Missouri
Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) along with Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), all within a positive and humanistic therapeutic environment to help people with OCD. We'll work together to help you overcome your symptoms and feel more in control. These methods are proven and powerful, and many people find some relief early in treatment.
25 Years Experience
Online in Kansas City, MO Missouri (Online Only)
Dr. Jacob Lebar
Psychologist, PhD, JD
Exposure and Response Prevention with a lot of affirmation as to the difficulty of the work. I also lean on using motivational interviewing to help.
11 Years Experience
Online in Kansas City, MO Missouri
Kansas City sits at the Missouri-Kansas border and draws clients from both states, with therapists well-versed in navigating Midwestern values, family expectations, and the tensions between tradition and personal growth. The city has a significant African American population and community-level trauma tied to historical redlining and economic inequality, driving demand for culturally affirming and social-justice-informed practitioners. The University of Kansas Health System and Saint Luke's Health System provide major institutional mental health resources for the region. Kansas City's art and music scene sustains a creative community with its own distinct mental health needs, and therapists familiar with the psychology of creative careers are present.
OCD therapists in Kansas City, Missouri Statistics
OCD therapists in Kansas City, Missouri average 15 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (85%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (61%), and Behavioral Therapy (36%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
31%
Gender ID
| 50% |
Female |
|
| 46% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 51% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 49% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 85% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 61% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 36% | Men |
| 36% | Women |
| 33% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |
| 21% | Christian |