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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Laguna Beach, CA

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Laguna Beach, CA

Struggling with intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or obsessions in Laguna Beach? Headway connects you with experienced providers specializing in OCD treatment through evidence-based approaches like Exposure therapy and Cognitive Therapy. Access virtual or in-person sessions with 2,215 licensed providers nationally, with many offering free consultations and availability within days.

Dr. Karen Meske

Dr. Karen Meske

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I have learned that effective care begins with authentic connection and a deep respect for each person's unique story.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Samira Soroory

Samira Soroory

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Mindfulness to help reduce and manage your anxiety.”
OCD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Penelope Rayas

Penelope Rayas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am trained in psychodynamic theory and use a variety of body oriented, insight oriented, holistic and interpersonal approaches.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ray Buchanan

Ray Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively with clients. I will make great efforts to establish a good connection, build trust, and make it safe for people to share freely.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Allison Ray Benavides

Allison Ray Benavides

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My strengths lie in assisting those coping with chronic pain, low self worth, depression, anxiety/panic, grief, trauma, caregiver role stress & issues related to end of life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Erika McNeill

Erika McNeill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As your therapist, you will get someone who is authentic, straightforward, down-to-earth, and open-minded.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Holly Duffy

Holly Duffy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The Counseling style that I mostly use is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is mainly working on cognition (thoughts), behaviors, coping mechanisms, and more.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Claudia Franzosi

Claudia Franzosi

Therapist

Virtual • California


Neurodivergent, Autism Spectrum,ADHD,Social anxiety, LGBTQIA+: I can help!

Welcome! With the supportive help of an experienced, "seasoned" therapist, we will take action towards the change you need to make. I will hold your hand and hold you accountable, with the right dose of support, guidance, and humor.

I trained as a psychotherapist in European and American Universities. I use effective, science based approaches.

If you do not find availability in my calendar, please contact me directly at [email protected].

Questions? Text/call me at 415-48-EARTH; 415-483-2784

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Robert Hirsch

Robert Hirsch

Psychologist

Virtual • Palm Springs, CA


“I view my work as a collaborative process where I join my client in defining and moving toward his or her goals and individual journey.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Phillip Guttmann

Phillip Guttmann

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


I specialize in helping clients navigating trauma, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, & much more. I earned my MSW from New York University in 2011 and have worked as a forensic social worker in NYC at The Legal Aid Society & have also worked with Gay Men's Health Crisis, Services for the Underserved, Footsteps & Office of the Appellate Defender. I moved to Los Angeles in 2017 and have been in private practice since 2018.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Shirin Tabib

Dr. Shirin Tabib

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I am direct, engaged, and highly attuned. I will notice patterns, ask meaningful questions, and guide you toward clarity.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lane McConnell

Lane McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe successful therapy works best when there is a positive empathetic working relationship between the client & therapist.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Andy Terzyan

Andy Terzyan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy should be a positive experience. You are here to improve aspects of your life and work on areas that need improvement.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samir Hamed

Samir Hamed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“My approach to providing care is client-centered and holistic. I work collaboratively with clients to understand their unique needs and create personalized treatment plans.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Yu-Ning Lin

Yu-Ning Lin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm an empathetic listener who believes in fully understanding my client in order to customize effective strategies individually.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carolina Eberhard Veira

Carolina Eberhard Veira

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is centered around creating a safe, supportive space where we can collaborate to identify and work towards goals that truly matter to you.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amanda McDaniel

Amanda McDaniel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In my work, I use many different approaches depending on the needs of my clients... I try to help people using a psychodynamic approach to become aware of unconscious material...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tiffani Parks

Tiffani Parks

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in a harm reduction approach, meaning I meet clients where they are and believe progress looks different for everyone.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kateri Ross

Kateri Ross

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Kateri Ross, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Davis, and my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Health Psychology from Santa Clara University.

My clinical background includes work in both community mental health and private practice settings, where I have helped individuals manage acute challenges as well as long-standing emotional and behavioral patterns that impact daily functioning and overall well-being.

I specialize in working with adults ages 18 and older experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, postpartum depression and anxiety, binge eating, perfectionism, procrastination, stress management, and life transitions. I also support individuals who struggle with self-critical thinking, guilt, shame, emotional overwhelm, managing stress or difficulty maintaining balance during demanding phases of life.

OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Mazzulo

Chelsea Mazzulo

Therapist

Virtual • California


It is okay to not be okay! Whether it be depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, sexuality or life transitions, we can create a space for healing to begin.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters in Clinical Psychology. For ten years I have provided individual, family, and group therapy in hospital settings, residential treatment centers, and outpatient treatment centers.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yuhyeon Urias

Yuhyeon Urias

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you are looking to understand your own story more deeply, why don't we explore who you are together? I specialize in support for individuals and couples navigating the complexities of Anxiety, Adult ADHD, and OCD. My clinical focus also extends to challenges related to attachment, relationships, and the unique dynamics experienced by those from multicultural backgrounds. I also provide therapy in English and Korean.

If you would like to discuss more about therapy and your story, let's schedule a free 15 mins phone consultation. Feel free to email ([email protected]) to schedule it.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Liz Crayton

Liz Crayton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chico, CA


Whether you're carrying your own weight or watching your teenager carry theirs, there comes a point where pushing through on your own stops working. I'm Liz, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than a decade in mental health, including six years as a clinician at a nonprofit working alongside young people through some of their hardest moments. I work with both adolescents and adults navigating trauma, relationship strain, and the kind of stress that quietly takes over your whole life. Clients often describe me as warm, genuine, and easy to open up to.

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Syed Jafar

Syed Jafar

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I believe in active listening, getting to know my patients thoroughly and come up with a treatment plan that is unique and help the patient getting maximum stability and relief of symptoms.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rebecca Zaragoza

Rebecca Zaragoza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that humans have a remarkable ability to grow and heal, and they do this best when they feel seen and heard.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kaidi Liu

Kaidi Liu

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I am skilled to provide you with the tools and self-knowledge to remain grounded in tumultuous times.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jennifer Bolen

Jennifer Bolen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in establishing a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients throughout our therapeutic journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


Dr. Aw primary interest is the intersection between mental and physical health. Dr. Aw’s philosophy, one does not exist outside of the other. Furthermore, Depression and anxiety in patients who are also suffering from medical issues feels significantly worse, and it is his goal to get patients on the road to recovery.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Racheal Aneke

Racheal Aneke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is not just to reduce symptoms, but to help you feel well, stable, and connected to your life again.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brittany Gordon

Brittany Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is to provide healing through having a strong, supportive therapeutic relationship with my clients and ensuring that they feel seen, heard, and empowered to make the wanted changes in their lives.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheida Shavalian

Sheida Shavalian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a bilingual therapist (English and Farsi), I am especially attuned to how culture, identity, and intergenerational experiences shape our inner lives.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maria Dahlmann

Maria Dahlmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Maria is a dynamic and compassionate therapist with over a decade of experience as a licensed clinician.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brandon Steele

Brandon Steele

Therapist

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“To feel at home in yourself, with loved ones, and in this world, you need to find ways to settle your emotions and relax in your body.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Gonzalez

Jennifer Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“I specialize in the treatment of trauma, OCD, and relationship challenges, using evidence-based, results-driven methods.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Valerie Harris-Reamer

Valerie Harris-Reamer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Sessions will provide you with a safe space to express your thoughts and feelings in which you'll be able to gain clarity and understanding.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jordana De Lory

Jordana De Lory

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have committed over 20 years to fostering a safe and expansive space for adults and youth to discover their human potential, heal from trauma, and develop the tools to live a thriving life of vitality.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Melissa Bagwell

Dr. Melissa Bagwell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Apple Valley, CA


“Clients often describe my style as warm, supportive, and infused with humor, which helps create a safe space for exploration and growth.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ke Liu

Ke Liu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“His main goal is to help clients move from a state of helplessness to one of resilience and clarity.”
OCD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Christianson

Katherine Christianson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In our therapeutic relationship, I view myself as the expert on therapy, and I consider you to be the expert on yourself.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nonso Onochie

Nonso Onochie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach integrates holistic wellness, neuroscience, and practical coping strategies to help clients regain balance and purpose.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sinat Aleje

Sinat Aleje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I'm Sinat Aleje, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over ten years of experience in the mental health field. I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals across a variety of clinical settings, which has deepened my understanding of the emotional, psychological, and social challenges people face. I specialize in treating adults and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and schizoaffective disorder.

Clients often tell me they feel truly seen and heard during our sessions. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where healing can begin, and where clients are empowered to take an active role in their care. I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and am committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care that evolves with your journey.

If you're looking for a thoughtful, collaborative partner in your mental health care, I’d be honored to work with you.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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