Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists in Massachusetts

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Can Bulucu
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience in treating Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety, ADHD and relational problems for more than 20 years. I have dual Board Certification in Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry. I am very careful in treating my patients with medications and my goal is to find the lowest effective dose and avoid multiple medication use when possible. I think therapy is as important as medications and I offer both, at times together, when necessary. For self pay patients cost for initial 60 min evaluation is $500, 15 min fallow up is $150, 30 min fallow up is $275 and 45min fallow up is $400.
I have extensive experience in treating Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety, ADHD and relational problems for more than 20 years. I have dual Board Certification in Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry. I am very careful in treating my patients with medications and my goal is to find the lowest effective dose and avoid multiple medication use when possible. I think therapy is as important as medications and I offer both, at times together, when necessary. For self pay patients cost for initial 60 min evaluation is $500, 15 min fallow up is $150, 30 min fallow up is $275 and 45min fallow up is $400.
(617) 410-9856 View (617) 410-9856
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Lisa Zakhary
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140  (Online Only)
Are those obsessions and rituals getting the better of you? Have you been struggling with skin picking or hair pulling and just don’t know where to turn? Do you experience distressing appearance concerns? You may be one of the many with OCD or a related disorder struggling to find a specialist or languishing on a long waitlist. I have been specializing in this area for over a decade and can provide you tailored medication recommendations so you can finally gain the control you seek. While I won’t be prescribing your medications, you can bring my recs back to your primary care doc or psychiatric prescriber for implementation.
Are those obsessions and rituals getting the better of you? Have you been struggling with skin picking or hair pulling and just don’t know where to turn? Do you experience distressing appearance concerns? You may be one of the many with OCD or a related disorder struggling to find a specialist or languishing on a long waitlist. I have been specializing in this area for over a decade and can provide you tailored medication recommendations so you can finally gain the control you seek. While I won’t be prescribing your medications, you can bring my recs back to your primary care doc or psychiatric prescriber for implementation.
(508) 286-7842 View (508) 286-7842
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Carol Count Robinson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, ANP-BC, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110  (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Carol Robinson and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Chronic Illness, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Maternal Mental Health/Pre/Postpartum, PTSD/Trauma, Loss/Grief/Bereavement, OCD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Carol Robinson and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Chronic Illness, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Maternal Mental Health/Pre/Postpartum, PTSD/Trauma, Loss/Grief/Bereavement, OCD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
(617) 380-4683 View (617) 380-4683
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Annie Hollyer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, ANCC-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02109  (Online Only)
I have 5 years of experience with Eating Disorder Management and common comorbidities (OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic Disorder, ADHD, Insomnia, Addiction Disorders).
South Boston Psychiatry was created with the understanding that mental health can not be “one-size-fits-all”. The telehealth model allows you to seek care when/how it is convenient for you. Board Certified Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner Annie Hollyer, PMHNP-BC, RN, MSN offers psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy treatment, documentation and will be happy to work with you on referrals to the cutting edge medicine that’s changing mental health including Pharmacogenetic testing, Spravato, Suboxone, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
I have 5 years of experience with Eating Disorder Management and common comorbidities (OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic Disorder, ADHD, Insomnia, Addiction Disorders).
South Boston Psychiatry was created with the understanding that mental health can not be “one-size-fits-all”. The telehealth model allows you to seek care when/how it is convenient for you. Board Certified Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner Annie Hollyer, PMHNP-BC, RN, MSN offers psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy treatment, documentation and will be happy to work with you on referrals to the cutting edge medicine that’s changing mental health including Pharmacogenetic testing, Spravato, Suboxone, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
(857) 475-7839 View (857) 475-7839
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Yupei Pearl Hu
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified Verified
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Hu is a Duke-trained dual-board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) in adults, college students, adolescents and children. She emphasizes 3Cs in her practice- comprehensive, compassionate, evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Exposure-based approaches are one of the essential components, such as exposure and response prevention (ERP) or acceptance commitment therapy (ACT). She supports clients to live fully and freely, who previously were imprisoned by worries, ruminations, sensitivity to rejection, or constant sense of inadequacy.
Dr. Hu is a Duke-trained dual-board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) in adults, college students, adolescents and children. She emphasizes 3Cs in her practice- comprehensive, compassionate, evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Exposure-based approaches are one of the essential components, such as exposure and response prevention (ERP) or acceptance commitment therapy (ACT). She supports clients to live fully and freely, who previously were imprisoned by worries, ruminations, sensitivity to rejection, or constant sense of inadequacy.
(617) 404-4331 View (617) 404-4331
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Jeremy Ashley Spiegel
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Danvers, MA 01923
Jeremy Spiegel, MD, is available for psychiatric evaluations and medication management at his Portland, Maine office at Casco Bay Medical with both in person and virtual visits. He specializes in treatment of ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety and most other psychiatric disorders and conditions. New Treatment Offering: Brief Psychotherapy. Dr. Spiegel, as psychotherapist and collaborative problem solver, can help address your core psychological problem with weekly virtual visits over 12 sessions. Call the office for more details to see if you may be a candidate for this exciting approach.
Jeremy Spiegel, MD, is available for psychiatric evaluations and medication management at his Portland, Maine office at Casco Bay Medical with both in person and virtual visits. He specializes in treatment of ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety and most other psychiatric disorders and conditions. New Treatment Offering: Brief Psychotherapy. Dr. Spiegel, as psychotherapist and collaborative problem solver, can help address your core psychological problem with weekly virtual visits over 12 sessions. Call the office for more details to see if you may be a candidate for this exciting approach.
(351) 247-3908 View (351) 247-3908
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Robyn Thom
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02114  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating children and adults with anxiety disorders, OCD, and autism spectrum disorder.
I am a Harvard-trained, Harvard-affiliated, child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. I am passionate about working collaboratively with my patients to overcome emotional suffering and meet their goals. I provide weekly therapy to teens, college students, and adults in my telehealth private practice and work with patients to determine if medications can be of help. I do not offer medication management only services (without therapy) in my private practice.
I specialize in treating children and adults with anxiety disorders, OCD, and autism spectrum disorder.
I am a Harvard-trained, Harvard-affiliated, child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. I am passionate about working collaboratively with my patients to overcome emotional suffering and meet their goals. I provide weekly therapy to teens, college students, and adults in my telehealth private practice and work with patients to determine if medications can be of help. I do not offer medication management only services (without therapy) in my private practice.
(857) 626-9172 View (857) 626-9172
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Mayumi Okuda Benavides
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Concord, MA 01742
As an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of anxiety (social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety, panic disorder) and mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder), and trauma (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), I bring years of experience working with patients from around the world.
I want to congratulate you on taking the first steps towards self-improvement. You’ve tried everything: therapy, mindfulness, lifestyle changes, but are still struggling. I understand that making that first appointment can often be one of the biggest hurdles. As your psychiatrist, I will work closely with you every step of the way to determine the best treatment that is tailored specifically to your personal needs.
As an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of anxiety (social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety, panic disorder) and mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder), and trauma (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), I bring years of experience working with patients from around the world.
I want to congratulate you on taking the first steps towards self-improvement. You’ve tried everything: therapy, mindfulness, lifestyle changes, but are still struggling. I understand that making that first appointment can often be one of the biggest hurdles. As your psychiatrist, I will work closely with you every step of the way to determine the best treatment that is tailored specifically to your personal needs.
(978) 643-5182 View (978) 643-5182
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Shane A Fischbach
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446
I am committed to giving you the thoughtful, personal care I would want a family member to receive. My residency training in Neuropsychiatry gives me expertise in providing neuroscience-informed treatment to individuals with OCD, ADHD, Depression, Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety. I prescribe medications judiciously, as I'm conscious of their side effect profiles. I find that treating prominent biological symptoms assertively often makes space for a deeper psychological growth. To this end, my therapeutic approach is relational, psychoanalytically-informed, and rooted in the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am committed to giving you the thoughtful, personal care I would want a family member to receive. My residency training in Neuropsychiatry gives me expertise in providing neuroscience-informed treatment to individuals with OCD, ADHD, Depression, Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety. I prescribe medications judiciously, as I'm conscious of their side effect profiles. I find that treating prominent biological symptoms assertively often makes space for a deeper psychological growth. To this end, my therapeutic approach is relational, psychoanalytically-informed, and rooted in the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
(617) 751-1549 View (617) 751-1549
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Dr. Misty Stafford
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02199  (Online Only)
My training was completed at Brown University with a sub-specialty focus in treating neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, as well as expertise in anxiety, OCD, depression, and mood disorders.
I am an ivy league-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services by telehealth. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe this reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
My training was completed at Brown University with a sub-specialty focus in treating neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, as well as expertise in anxiety, OCD, depression, and mood disorders.
I am an ivy league-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services by telehealth. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe this reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
(617) 431-4864 View (617) 431-4864
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Nneka Godwin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
Nneka O Godwin is a board-certified psychiatric and Family nurse practitioner with experiences in family practice, post-acute care medicine, telepsychiatry, and addiction medicine. She is flexible and uses an integrative approach in managing a wide range of mental health concerns such as ADHD, PTSD, OCD, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, depression, substance use disorder, eating disorder, and mood disorder.
Nneka O Godwin is a board-certified psychiatric and Family nurse practitioner with experiences in family practice, post-acute care medicine, telepsychiatry, and addiction medicine. She is flexible and uses an integrative approach in managing a wide range of mental health concerns such as ADHD, PTSD, OCD, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, depression, substance use disorder, eating disorder, and mood disorder.
(857) 675-3689 View (857) 675-3689
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Angelique Kleer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Belmont, MA 02478
Angel provides comprehensive psychiatric care to children, adolescents, adults, and families in order to help them achieve their mental health goals. She offers assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including medication management and psychotherapy, for a variety of complex mental health conditions, such as anxiety, panic, mood disorders, ADHD, eating disorders, and trauma-related disorders. Angel has special interest and training in the treatment of OCD and related disorders. She provides psychotherapy with a person-centered approach, specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (with exposure and response prevention).
Angel provides comprehensive psychiatric care to children, adolescents, adults, and families in order to help them achieve their mental health goals. She offers assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including medication management and psychotherapy, for a variety of complex mental health conditions, such as anxiety, panic, mood disorders, ADHD, eating disorders, and trauma-related disorders. Angel has special interest and training in the treatment of OCD and related disorders. She provides psychotherapy with a person-centered approach, specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (with exposure and response prevention).
(857) 367-8170 View (857) 367-8170
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Can Bulucu
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience in treating Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety, ADHD and relational problems for more than 20 years. I have dual Board Certification in Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry. I am very careful in treating my patients with medications and my goal is to find the lowest effective dose and avoid multiple medication use when possible. I think therapy is as important as medications and I offer both, at times together, when necessary. For self pay patients cost for initial 60 min evaluation is $500, 15 min fallow up is $150, 30 min fallow up is $275 and 45min fallow up is $400.
I have extensive experience in treating Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety, ADHD and relational problems for more than 20 years. I have dual Board Certification in Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry. I am very careful in treating my patients with medications and my goal is to find the lowest effective dose and avoid multiple medication use when possible. I think therapy is as important as medications and I offer both, at times together, when necessary. For self pay patients cost for initial 60 min evaluation is $500, 15 min fallow up is $150, 30 min fallow up is $275 and 45min fallow up is $400.
(781) 786-1739 View (781) 786-1739
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Jill Forte
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, RN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medway, MA 02053  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients: Jill is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with more than 9 years of experience in the nursing field. Jill provides care for adults 18 years and older with a variety of mental and emotional conditions. Her specialties include anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and eating disorders. Jill has a strong interest in the mind-body connection and enjoys providing health and lifestyle education to her patients. She believes in a collaborative and individualized approach to care.
Accepting New Clients: Jill is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with more than 9 years of experience in the nursing field. Jill provides care for adults 18 years and older with a variety of mental and emotional conditions. Her specialties include anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and eating disorders. Jill has a strong interest in the mind-body connection and enjoys providing health and lifestyle education to her patients. She believes in a collaborative and individualized approach to care.
(617) 915-4046 View (617) 915-4046
Wayne Brunell
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140  (Online Only)
Years later, I worked at the MGH OCD Clinic for 4 years.
I am a Board Certified, Harvard Medical School affiliated, Adult Psychiatrist in private practice in Cambridge . I have had a subspecialty interest in treating OCD since the late 1980's. In addition to treating patients with OCD and related disorders, a large part of my practice is helping people who have depression, and anxiety problems such as panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder. Most of my practice involves psychotherapy with empirically tested psychotherapies such as CBT and ACT, and medication management. Many like the idea of seeing one person for therapy and medication instead of two.
Years later, I worked at the MGH OCD Clinic for 4 years.
I am a Board Certified, Harvard Medical School affiliated, Adult Psychiatrist in private practice in Cambridge . I have had a subspecialty interest in treating OCD since the late 1980's. In addition to treating patients with OCD and related disorders, a large part of my practice is helping people who have depression, and anxiety problems such as panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder. Most of my practice involves psychotherapy with empirically tested psychotherapies such as CBT and ACT, and medication management. Many like the idea of seeing one person for therapy and medication instead of two.
(617) 234-4405 View (617) 234-4405
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Sarah Silva
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Norwood, MA 02062
I provide psychiatric medication management and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, and eating disorders.
I am a board-certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner clinically educated in treating patients with mental health diagnoses across the lifespan. I have more than 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I am passionate about taking a patient-centered care approach, attributing positive outcomes to shared decision making.
I provide psychiatric medication management and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, and eating disorders.
I am a board-certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner clinically educated in treating patients with mental health diagnoses across the lifespan. I have more than 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I am passionate about taking a patient-centered care approach, attributing positive outcomes to shared decision making.
(781) 614-7601 View (781) 614-7601
Copley Healthcare
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757
At Copley Healthcare, a team of dedicated professionals with multiple years of experience in behavioral health, addiction and internal medicine, provide comprehensive psychiatric services to patients with varied diagnosis, including, but not limited to depression, ADD, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, mood disorders, bipolar disorders, as well as substance use disorder. Complete continuum of care allows us to help our patients at different stages of their treatment, and coordinate their care.
At Copley Healthcare, a team of dedicated professionals with multiple years of experience in behavioral health, addiction and internal medicine, provide comprehensive psychiatric services to patients with varied diagnosis, including, but not limited to depression, ADD, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, mood disorders, bipolar disorders, as well as substance use disorder. Complete continuum of care allows us to help our patients at different stages of their treatment, and coordinate their care.
(508) 466-5717 View (508) 466-5717
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Cristin O'Connell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC, MSN, APRN, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339
Waitlist for new clients
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Mindful Psychiatry & Wellness, I have many years of experience treating ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Autism, OCD, Insomnia, Trauma, and PTSD.
I'm Cristin O'Connell, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. My goal is to offer a safe space for adults to explore medication management. I take an integrative approach to mental health treatment through medication management, genetic testing/labwork, and supplements. Are you feeling overwhelmed and wondering if medication could be a way to support your healing? Medication along with integrative therapies are often tools to support your healing journey. Please know that you are welcome in this space.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Mindful Psychiatry & Wellness, I have many years of experience treating ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Autism, OCD, Insomnia, Trauma, and PTSD.
I'm Cristin O'Connell, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. My goal is to offer a safe space for adults to explore medication management. I take an integrative approach to mental health treatment through medication management, genetic testing/labwork, and supplements. Are you feeling overwhelmed and wondering if medication could be a way to support your healing? Medication along with integrative therapies are often tools to support your healing journey. Please know that you are welcome in this space.
(617) 405-8173 View (617) 405-8173
Photo of Savina Nicole (Nikki) Setze, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts
Savina Nicole (Nikki) Setze
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, RN
Verified Verified
Westborough, MA 01581  (Online Only)
Areas of special clinical interest include: ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar and Related Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Eating Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders.
To request an appointment, please visit my website and click "Contact" at the top of the page: https:/snspmhnp.clientsecure.me/
Areas of special clinical interest include: ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar and Related Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Eating Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders.
To request an appointment, please visit my website and click "Contact" at the top of the page: https:/snspmhnp.clientsecure.me/
(857) 392-4614 View (857) 392-4614
Photo of Karen Marie D'Angelo, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts
Karen Marie D'Angelo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Hingham, MA 02043
I currently work with children, adolescents and adults with a broad range of mental health issues including but not limited to: ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Mood Disorders, OCD, and PTSD.
I believe strongly in building a therapeutic relationship by providing a safe, confidential, and reliable environment for my patients. I also believe a respectful relationship is the foundation for growth. The bulk of my practice is medication management, however, I work collaboratively with other therapists and have referrals for those without. A combination of individual therapy and medication management often works best for treatment. My focus is to help my patients reach their highest potential towards a more positive and satisfying future.
I currently work with children, adolescents and adults with a broad range of mental health issues including but not limited to: ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Mood Disorders, OCD, and PTSD.
I believe strongly in building a therapeutic relationship by providing a safe, confidential, and reliable environment for my patients. I also believe a respectful relationship is the foundation for growth. The bulk of my practice is medication management, however, I work collaboratively with other therapists and have referrals for those without. A combination of individual therapy and medication management often works best for treatment. My focus is to help my patients reach their highest potential towards a more positive and satisfying future.
(781) 352-0734 View (781) 352-0734

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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists

How long does OCD treatment take?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.

What happens if OCD is not treated?

Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.

Are there medications for OCD?

Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.

Can OCD come back after treatment?

Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.