OCD therapists in New Paltz, NY
Browse OCD therapists in New Paltz, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
OCD
Pleasant Valley Mental Health Counseling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Several of our clinicians are highly trained in helping you manage OCD symptoms
6 Years Experience
Online in New Paltz, NY (Online Only)
OCD
Live Laugh and Love Therapy| Jessica Munson
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D,CCATP, CAMAS-II, CCTP
I have been treating OCD through my entire career or 18 years as a therapist but I have seen it become more progressive over the past few years. I took a more specialized training in exposure and response prevention therapy to help folks confront their obsessive thinking, compulsions, and intrusive thoughts that have taken over their lives. I teach people to become comfortable talking about their thoughts, lay down the shame and fear of sharing them, and understanding the roots of where they come from so we can make them more manageable together. Learning to live with OCD is a passion and something I continue to work on specializing further in through my career.
18 Years Experience
Online in New Paltz, NY
OCD
Lenny Gallo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
OCD is more than just liking things neat and organized. It’s a serious and often misunderstood condition that can be incredibly disruptive to your daily life. For many people, OCD can interfere with work, relationships, and everyday routines—and it’s not something you can just “turn off.”
OCD affects people of all ages and walks of life. It often shows up as unwanted, intrusive thoughts (called obsessions) that can feel scary, upsetting, or out of your control. People can have unwanted sexual thoughts, thoughts of harming others, fears about relationships, and contamination, to name a few. To cope, you might feel driven to do certain behaviors or rituals (compulsions) in an effort to quiet those thoughts. Unfortunately, this creates a cycle that can leave you feeling exhausted, isolated, and overwhelmed.
OCD doesn’t always look the same. It can also show up in related ways, such as:
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) – Obsessive thoughts about perceived flaws in appearance
Skin Picking (Excoriation Disorder) – Repeated picking at the skin, often causing injury
Hair Pulling (Trichotillomania) – Compulsive pulling out of hair from the scalp, eyebrows, or other areas
My approach to treating OCD is rooted in the evidence-based methods of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). ERP is considered the gold standard for OCD treatment. Together, these approaches help you face fears in a safe, supportive way—so you can break free from the cycle of obsessions and compulsions. I am a part a part of the International OCD Foundation's Therapist Network and have been trained in ERP through the organization. To find out more about OCD, Click here.
Side Note: OCD and PTSD (TRAUMA)
About 19% of people with OCD also have a history of trauma. The research in this area is still evolving, and the truth is we don't have the best methods for treating both. Some of the strategies that are highly effective for OCD might not be appropriate for someone actively struggling with PTSD, and vice versa.
Currently, Prolonged Exposure (PE) is considered the gold standard for treating PTSD. That said, some individuals don't respond well to that. Others respond well to approaches like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) or IFS (Internal Family Systems). If you’re dealing with both OCD and trauma, we’ll work together to determine the best path forward—one that’s safe, effective, and tailored to your unique needs.
PLEASE NOTE: Some treatment for OCD will be unconventional. In some cases, I may require house visits and family participation, but be assured that all treatment related to OCD is always in the interest of helping you manage unwanted thoughts and rituals.
13 Years Experience
Online in New Paltz, NY (Online Only)
OCD
Kelly McAleer
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have experience working with adults with OCD, including primarily obsessional presentations often referred to as Pure O. My approach integrates ERP with acceptance-based and self-compassion strategies to help clients respond differently to intrusive thoughts, reduce compulsive patterns and reassurance-seeking, tolerate uncertainty, and relate to themselves with less judgment.
17 Years Experience
Online in New Paltz, NY (Online Only)
OCD
Allied Psychotherapy Group
Psychologist
OCD can make you feel trapped in a cycle of intrusive thoughts, doubt, anxiety, and repetitive behaviors that provide temporary relief but keep the cycle going. Our therapists help clients understand these patterns and develop healthier ways of responding to obsessive thoughts and uncomfortable feelings. Treatment is collaborative and tailored to the individual, and may include cognitive-behavioral and exposure-based strategies when appropriate. The goal is not to eliminate every unwanted thought, but to help you feel less controlled by them so you can spend more time and energy on the people, activities, and experiences that matter to you.
17 Years Experience
Online in New Paltz, NY
OCD therapists in New Paltz, NY Statistics
OCD therapists in New Paltz, NY average 14 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Behavioral Therapy (54%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (51%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 54% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 51% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 49% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 30% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Teen |
| 49% | Senior |
| 36% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 36% | Military / Veterans |
| 33% | Black / African American |