

Managing intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and obsessions doesn't have to be overwhelming. Headway's Arlington providers specialize in OCD treatment using proven approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and medication management to help you regain control.
Is your experience with pregnancy, postpartum, or parenthood not going as you thought it might? Or are you finding the transition to motherhood stressful and life changing? Though it can be joyful, it can also be a vulnerable time filled with overwhelming stress, worry, sadness, or even grief. If this sounds at all like you, please know I am here to help.
Hello, I’m Jose — a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. My background includes years of experience as a bedside nurse in inpatient medical-surgical and behavioral health settings, caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Through my training and practice, I’ve learned that every path to wellness is deeply personal. I’m passionate about collaborating with clients to understand their needs, build on their strengths, and take a motivational, compassionate approach to care.
I also recognize how difficult it can be to find LGBTQIA-affirming mental health support. My work is grounded in helping individuals release shame, embrace authenticity, and find balance through life’s challenges. Whether you’re navigating addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking affirming, identity-centered care, my goal is to support you in thriving and becoming your fullest self.
I am a highly experienced and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 19-years of experience in mental health care. As a dedicated professional, I have built a reputation for delivering patient-focused, evidence-based treatment to adolescent and adults. I want my clients to know that I truly value listening without judgment and meeting them where they are. My style is open-minded, compassionate, and empowering. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, honesty, and respect. I bring both professional expertise and genuine care, helping clients feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together toward their goals My areas of expertise include, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depression and Mood Disorders, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Substance Abuse and Addiction Recovery and medication management and psychopharmacology.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 25 years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, college students and parents. I completed my predoctoral training at The Children's Hospital Boston/Harvard Medical School.
Specialties: anxiety disorders including OCD, panic, phobias, separation anxiety, social anxiety, mood disorders, and parenting anxiety.
Special expertise: transition from college to work world; confidence building in adolescents and young adults; handling emotions, relationships, change, stress in college students.
I love working with clients who are reflective, open to self-exploration and ready to challenge long-standing beliefs about themselves. I help adults build confidence, improve emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and develop healthier coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, or trauma-related symptoms. I believe therapy is a collaborative process where clients gain practical tools to interrupt negative thought cycles, process difficult experiences, and move toward a more balanced, self-compassionate way of living. This helps clients experience greater clarity, stronger boundaries, and improved self-worth.
Alan-Michael (Professor C.) honors individuality and celebrates personal gains.
Hi, my name is Rachel Register and I am a licensed independent clinical social worker who has been in practice in Massachusetts as well as New Hampshire for over 10 years working with adults, couples and families. I feel passionate about healing and empowering clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life transitions.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a passion for integrative, whole-person care. By blending the principles of integrative psychiatry with a deep understanding of adult medicine, I am committed to treating the mind and body as a unified system. I believe that true wellness requires dedicated attention to both.
Is there a heavy feeling in your chest that you just can't seem to shake? Do you ever feel as if your coping skills are not working or you just don't have the desire to even try anymore? Are you losing sleep because your thoughts are racing? Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Anger Management, Family Issues, Maritial Infidelity, ADHD or Life Transitions? If it is difficult for you, then it's important to talk about. Therapy will help you to explore your understanding of why you feel the way you do.


Headway helps you manage obsessive-compulsive disorder with expert-guided support — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Finding the right OCD therapist in Arlington, MA starts with understanding the type of care that fits your situation. Many providers on Headway offer structured therapeutic approaches for obsessive-compulsive disorder, including ERP and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and a qualified clinician can help determine what may be appropriate for your needs. If medication management is part of your care plan, psychiatrists on Headway can help with that too. Consider whether you prefer in-person sessions in Arlington or virtual appointments — many providers offer both.
OCD care in the Arlington area can be costly without insurance, but affordable options exist when you use in-network coverage. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a provider who specializes in OCD and accepts your coverage.
Once you've identified a few providers, read through their bios to learn about their approach, experience with obsessive-compulsive disorder, and what to expect in sessions. Many providers on Headway offer a free phone consultation so you can see if it's a good fit before committing to care.
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