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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Escondido, CA

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Escondido, CA

Find compassionate OCD support in Escondido through Headway's network of 2,525 licensed providers. Our specialists use evidence-based approaches like Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help manage intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and obsessions. Connect virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling and access therapy as soon as tomorrow.

Aracely Reyes

Aracely Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have 6+ years specializing in anxiety, depression, anger, communication concerns, parenting concerns, self-esteem, self-identity, educational stressors, PTSD and complex trauma.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Griffin

Ashley Griffin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


I know how heavy life can feel when you’re carrying pain, uncertainty, or self-doubt. But I believe, as a wise old wizard once said, “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of places, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” My role is to help you find that light again. I work with Gen Z and Millennial adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and more. Through integrative, culturally responsive care, I combine evidence-based psychiatry with holistic strategies to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create a life that aligns with your true self.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
William Dexter

William Dexter

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is William Dexter I am a LMFT licensed marriage family therapist. I am devoted to the health, well-being, and safety of clients and have lived a clean and sober lifestyle for over thirty years. My approach to therapy is to focus on relationships with yourself, with others, and with your Higher Power or GOD as you understand him. I believe the problem is not knowing who you are, and the solution is finding out who you are.

OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jolene Jensen

Jolene Jensen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see life challenges as tools to learn, grow, evolve and find new purpose, empathy, depth and meaning.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittaney Latta

Brittaney Latta

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use techniques from several practices such as mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, Bowen family systems, person-centered, solution-focused, and Gottman in order to better help you to reach your goals in therapy.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Pritchard

Jennifer Pritchard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a collaborative, dynamic process... so that they can live a full, authentic, and fulfilling life.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maurine Forche

Maurine Forche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is built on three things: listening, understanding, and paying attention to the details that others might miss.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nene Umunnakwe

Nene Umunnakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I find fulfillment in offering guidance to help people gain clarity in lives. My expertise lies in addressing ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, & schizophrenia.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Salomon Garcia

Salomon Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Personal growth and change begins with the client. With them as the experts I focus on what is meaningful to achieve a life worth living.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Samir Hamed

Samir Hamed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“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 12 insurance carriers
Petra Sierra

Petra Sierra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where every client feels heard, respected, and supported.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shaudi Adel

Shaudi Adel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is to help you create a "life worth living" in which you can be the best version of yourself and feel more confident in the resilient person you are.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lonniel Myles

Lonniel Myles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, and co-occurring mental health challenges.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Araina Lynn Hennen

Araina Lynn Hennen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach draws from various evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, reality therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Felista Anugom

Felista Anugom

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I listen to my clients and work together with them as a team to identify an appropriate treatment plan.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cody Nugent

Cody Nugent

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


I know how heavy life can feel when you’re carrying pain, uncertainty, or self-doubt. But I believe, as a wise old wizard once said, “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of places, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” My role is to help you find that light again. I work with Gen Z and Millennial adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and more. Through integrative, culturally responsive care, I combine evidence-based psychiatry with holistic strategies to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create a life that aligns with your true self.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cherie Mouton

Cherie Mouton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lancaster, CA


“I am a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience as a Registered Nurse providing exceptional care to diverse patient populations.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ingrid Middleton

Ingrid Middleton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In my practice, I utilize a comprehensive approach that integrates various therapeutic techniques to address the complex needs of my clients.”
OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Grayson

David Grayson

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi You can call me Dave I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist I've been practicing for eleven years I do not prescribe medication My specialization is in individual therapy, group therapy, And marriage Family therapy

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Miriam Ofili

Dr. Miriam Ofili

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Miriam is passionate about serving the mental health population and specializes in individuals with depression, anxiety/panic disorders, general mental health, stress management, OCD, PTSD, and Faith-based therapy.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tammie Makely

Tammie Makely

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role isn't to fix you -- it's to work alongside you to quiet the noise, get curious about what's underneath, and help you reconnect with yourself and the people who matter most to YOU.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christine Gonzalez

Christine Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Huntington Beach, CA


Your goals are most important to me, but I do recommend goals when needed. I accept you just as you are. I will work together with you to achieve an improved quality of life. I have over 30 years experience working in mental health counseling, and 10 1/2 years as a licensed provider. In that time, I have learned to use a variety of modalities. I tailor the type of therapy to my client and to his/her needs, so I might introduce more than one type during our work together. The issues I work with most include depression, anxiety, and trauma, I am also certified in addiction recovery, and neurodivergent issues.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chinenye Chukwu

Chinenye Chukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orange, CA


“Chinenye believes that effective communication and patient involvement is the key to a successful treatment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jamison Medcalf

Jamison Medcalf

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach incorporates motivation for change, self-compassion, psychoeducation, and cognitive techniques to help individuals understand themselves and foster hope.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Camille Concepcion

Camille Concepcion

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


Hi! I’m Camille. Thank you for being here. For more than 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of caring for individuals and families across many different healthcare settings—from emergency nursing and the COVID-19 pandemic response to travel and concierge nursing, Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and outpatient psychiatry. After years of living and working in major cities, including New York and Los Angeles, I eventually found my way to California’s Sierra Nevada foothills. My own experiences shape the way I connect with people. I’m a mother, a first-generation immigrant, part of a multicultural family, and a member of a rural mountain community. A meaningful part of my work is with high-achieving adults—professionals, executives, graduate students, entrepreneurs, healthcare workers, and others who may appear to be doing well by every external measure while privately feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, burned out, or simply not quite like themselves. I also understand the unique weight that can come with intergenerational expectations, cultural identity, and learning to navigate more than one world at once.

OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Nancy Chuks-Orji

Dr. Nancy Chuks-Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Mental health is deeply personal, and I believe in providing compassionate, individualized care that considers not just symptoms, but the whole person.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephanie Davidson

Stephanie Davidson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see the therapeutic experience as collaborative between the client and the therapist, that you feel heard, seen, understood as well as respected.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Creative, Direct, Empowering, Energetic, Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Francesca Mephors

Francesca Mephors

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take the time to understand my patients' needs and concerns, and I will work with you to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to you as an individual.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Amanda (Mandy) Tarpley

Amanda (Mandy) Tarpley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Sessions with me feel calm, collaborative, and grounded. You do not have to have the right words or have everything figured out.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jillian Zamora

Jillian Zamora

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about the therapeutic relationship. I believe your therapy journey is unique so I work to learn what matters most to you...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mandana Shahoveisi

Mandana Shahoveisi

Therapist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I consider myself to be an interactive, client-oriented, strength-based and solution-focused therapist.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Davina Uchegbu

Davina Uchegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I am trained to treat mental health across the lifespan, and I firmly believe that providing optimal patient care not only reduces societal stigma surrounding mental illness but also enhances overall well-being.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Natalie Trzeciak-Hardwick

Natalie Trzeciak-Hardwick

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the beauty of the therapeutic space is that there is safety to explore and own the story that has shaped who you are.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaitlyn McNulty

Kaitlyn McNulty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We all thrive when we are listened to and feel understood so I hope to create a space where you feel welcomed and safe.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Smith

Denise Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Corning, CA


“I take a warm, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approach, creating a safe space where my clients feel heard and supported.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carolyn Le

Carolyn Le

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take the time to understand what's been going on and what matters to you, and we'll work together to find a path forward that feels manageable and realistic for your life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Emeri

Elizabeth Emeri

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower you to reclaim your balance, confidence and well-being through compassionate and evidence-based care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lateefat Adele

Lateefat Adele

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“My goal is to help you feel heard and understood while also providing practical, evidence-based strategies to improve your mental health.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Behnam Keyvan

Behnam Keyvan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Woodland Hills, CA


“I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship that doesn't lose sight of your strengths and your wholeness as we work with your problems.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Obidi Obienu

Obidi Obienu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My purpose is to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and individualized care that is tailored to each person's unique needs, circumstances, and treatment goals.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD in Escondido, CA

Number of therapists serving Escondido, CA
There are over 2,517 therapists in Escondido, CA accepting new patients.
2,517+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%OCD
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 87%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 83%Cigna
  • 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 55%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 3%Farsi
  • 2%Mandarin
  • 2%Tagalog
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 26%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 34%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 31%Nurse Practitioner
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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