OCD therapists in New York City, New York NY
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Jack Szary
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
I work with adults experiencing obsessive-compulsive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that interfere with daily life, relationships, or work. Many clients feel trapped by intrusive thoughts, perfectionism, or compulsions they struggle to control, despite knowing these behaviors are distressing or unnecessary. My approach combines evidence-based strategies, including exposure and response prevention (ERP), with exploration of underlying emotional and cognitive patterns, helping clients reduce anxiety, regain control, and develop healthier ways of managing thoughts and behaviors.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Elizabeth Pritchett
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D
I have expertise in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), utilizing evidence-based therapies to address intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. My practice focuses on reducing distress, improving daily functioning, and supporting recovery. I am dedicated to providing effective, compassionate care for those affected by OCD.
10 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Madailein O' Donnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Madailein has experience in providing therapy to patients who have OCD.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Anna Urbaniak
Psychologist, PhD
I provide ERP and Inference-Based CBT, guiding clients to confront intrusive thoughts, reduce compulsions, and trust their reasoning again.
15 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Dr. Laura Van Schaick-Harman
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) provided.
17 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Vesna Cvetkovic
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
It is incredibly hard and burdensome to live with OCD. I use exposure and response prevention to treat OCD to manage symptoms and restore a sense of hope and functioning.
12 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Michael Nakhla
Psychiatrist, MD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder can be debilitating, but specialized treatment offers real hope for recovery. I provide evidence-based care for OCD that may include medication management and exposure-response prevention techniques to help you break free from intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. My goal is to help you reclaim time and mental energy from OCD so you can focus on what truly matters to you.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in New York City, NY
Online in New York City, NY New York
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Len Ramsay
Registered Psychotherapist, Gestalt Therapist , M.B.A.
Obsession. Compulsion. Addiction. These are first cousins, thoughts and actions that seem to happen all on their own volition. In my work, there is always something good about these 3 amigos - or they would not be here in your life. The work is to discover what that is, and like in the serentiy prayer: Deal with what you can change, accept what you can't , and know the difference. Sometimes it means changing a belief, sometimes a field or environmental condition... sometimes taking care of some emotions hiding in dark places.
13 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Christie Roe
Therapist, LMSW
However obsession and compulsions show up for you, I provide trauma-informed, somatic, and neuro-affirming support that aims to build capacity for more clarity, choice, and connection in the potential between thoughts and thinking, doubt and reality, rumination and inquiry, and how you come to know what you know.
2 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Rick Brodsky
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Cognitive behavioral therapy has shown consistent effectiveness using exposure therapy to address OCD. This is my preferred methodology.
24 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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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 New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Robert dos Santos Teixeira
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, SMF, MPIA, MA, MSW, LCSW
Recovery from OCD hinges on the ability to say no to one or more inner selves.
22 Years Experience
In-Person in New York City, NY
Online in New York City, NY New York
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Jenna Sackman - Online/Virtual Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC
*Free Consultation* OCD can be incredibly debilitating for one's life, but there is also evidence-based therapies to help you gain control over your OCD. I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Exposure Therapy to help you overcome your OCD. I also specialize in working with children who have OCD and in coaching the parents of children who have OCD.
8 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Steven Merino
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Living with OCD can feel overwhelming and isolating. I provide a supportive, empathetic space to explore your thoughts, fears, and compulsions without judgment. Together, we’ll develop personalized strategies to manage symptoms, build coping skills, and regain a sense of control. My approach honors your unique experience and works at a pace that feels comfortable and empowering for you.
2 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Dr. Bruce Pace
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Cognitive behavioral and relaxation based approach using exposure with response prevention.
21 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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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 York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Dr. TarraBates-Duford
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MPhiL
OCD-focused services help individuals understand the patterns of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors, identify triggers, and develop effective coping strategies. Emphasis is placed on reducing anxiety, improving emotional regulation, and fostering a greater sense of control and confidence in daily life.
21 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
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Danielle Farabaugh
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I work collaboratively with clients to understand how obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors affect their lives. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), we identify unhelpful patterns and practice new ways of responding to anxiety and uncertainty. Together, we build skills to reduce compulsions, manage intrusive thoughts, and regain a sense of control. My goal is to help clients find relief, confidence, and freedom from OCD’s grip.
19 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
New York City has the largest and most diverse therapy community in the world, with practitioners representing virtually every therapeutic modality, cultural background, and specialty area. The city's pace, density, and cost of living generate pervasive anxiety and burnout, while its diverse boroughs mean therapists fluent in dozens of languages serve communities from every corner of the globe. Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NYU Langone Health, and Weill Cornell Medicine anchor an extensive academic mental health infrastructure, supplemented by thousands of independent practitioners across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. New York's therapy culture is deeply embedded — many residents maintain years-long therapeutic relationships and consider finding the right therapist one of the more important decisions they make.
OCD therapists in New York City, New York Statistics
OCD therapists in New York City, New York average 15 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 91% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (85%), Behavioral Therapy (51%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (46%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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| 9% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 85% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 51% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 46% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 45% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 42% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 91% | Adult |
| 66% | Teen |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 42% | Senior |
| 36% | Children |
Client Focus
| 51% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 33% | Black / African American |
| 31% | Jewish |