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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA

Find OCD support in La Mesa with Headway's network of 2,508 licensed providers trained in evidence-based treatments like Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Virtual and in-person sessions available with copays as low as $0 through insurance.

Sandra Castillo

Sandra Castillo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Santa Ana, CA


“I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. ...My practice is dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where we can address your concerns—whether you are dealing with daily stressors, mood changes, or complex...”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Megan Flores

Megan Flores

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Whether you're carrying the weight of trauma, stuck in anxiety or depression, or trying to reconnect with the people you love, you won't shock me and you won't be judged here.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ashley Damo

Ashley Damo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I leverage evidence-based psychological approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy and strengths-based therapy to provide supportive, direct, and compassionate clinical care to my clients.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deonae Shackelford

Deonae Shackelford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to feel supported and empowered to take the next necessary steps toward realizing the life they have envisioned for themselves.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Kelly Lynch

Kelly Lynch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in real conversation. Therapy and medication management shouldn't feel cold or clinical.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Llaneh Garner

Llaneh Garner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In our first session, you can expect to feel active engagement throughout the session where you feel heard and understood.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Leila Zahedi

Dr. Leila Zahedi

Psychologist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I strive to create a space where clients feel supported, understood, and gently challenged as they move toward meaningful change.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Keisha Murphy

Keisha Murphy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“Clients can expect me to address their emotional, psychological, and or behavioral concerns with empathy and genuine concern.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ifeyinwa Utoh-Ofodile

Ifeyinwa Utoh-Ofodile

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Ify is caring, compassionate, and self-motivated, she is committed to providing client-centered and quality individualized care to people with mental health concerns.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Serge' Nelson

Dr. Serge' Nelson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care in a respectful, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their treatment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrew Extein

Andrew Extein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded. I take the work seriously, but not myself—humor is part of the process, when it fits.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Hammond

Carla Hammond

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I am a practicing MD with extensive experience in treating a diverse range of psychiatric diagnoses.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Samantha Brown

Dr. Samantha Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is direct, transparent, and action-oriented. I believe therapy should be more than just talking about problems—it should help you create meaningful change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elisa Hasrouni

Elisa Hasrouni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we just want to be understood while also developing the tools to cope with and overcome personal challenges.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Angel De Luna Escobedo

Angel De Luna Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in EMDR, somatic therapy, inner child work, and spiritual practices to support healing from trauma, identity-based stress, and patterns like out-of-control behaviors or emotional overwhelm.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Ellis

Michele Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Michele Ellis, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about helping individuals improve their mental health and overall well-being. With over a decade of experience, I’ve developed a deep understanding of the social, emotional, and psychological challenges people face. My approach is warm, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs—meeting you exactly where you are in your journey. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, build on your strengths, and create a path toward meaningful, lasting change.

OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ken McNeill

Ken McNeill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Woodland, CA


“Nobody is perfectly in tune with their own emotions. We all have some anxiety around the ones we don't want.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Howard

Rachel Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I am Registered Yoga Teacher, Clinical Supervisor & Consultant, as well as a Certified Focusing-Oriented Expressive Arts Practitioner.

I have almost a decade of experience working with children, adults, couples, and families in a therapeutic capacity. I specialize in trauma and family work. I am an integrative psychotherapist – integrating art therapy, play therapy, sand tray, mindfulness, astrology, spirituality, and more into therapy.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beverly Ann Lunar

Beverly Ann Lunar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe that effective mental health care requires absolute transparency, active collaboration, and treatments rooted in solid clinical evidence.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cristina Osollo

Cristina Osollo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a holistic approach to therapy and find that working with the whole person allows for a richer therapeutic experience...”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tiffani Lang

Tiffani Lang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chico, CA


“I have a wide range of personal and professional experience, but you are the expert in your own life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Ariane Djeussoung

Ariane Djeussoung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Upland, CA


“I believe in treating symptoms by using an holistic approach in addressing the root causes of mental health issues.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Simone Zeschuk

Simone Zeschuk

Therapist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe that true healing begins with genuine acceptance. In our sessions, we will look beyond surface-level symptoms...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Astin

Erin Astin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in stress and anxiety, hopelessness and depression, developing boundaries, and navigating self-criticism and perfectionism.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Adebayo

Dr. Elizabeth Adebayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“As a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I provide compassionate and evidence-based care to both children and adults.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
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
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
Ramanpal Punia

Ramanpal Punia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to cultivate a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where patients feel supported, informed, and empowered.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephen Stepanovich

Stephen Stepanovich

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I believe in doing deep emotional work — but I also believe in laughing when we need to, because connection isn't always serious business.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maja Ceranic

Maja Ceranic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Building strong therapeutic relationships is at the heart of my practice. I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to take an active role in their mental health journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brett Bauer

Brett Bauer

Therapist

Virtual • California


Finding the right therapist is a challenging task, you want to find someone who is going to challenge and support you. If you are looking for someone who is calm, relaxed, and non-judgemental, then I am a good fit. Currently am accepting people who are ages 16-120 and I have years of experience supporting people with managing Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Difficulties, Mens issues, Woman's issues, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Couples Counseling, Teens, and Adults.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oke Umeugoji

Oke Umeugoji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of lasting progress, and I am dedicated to creating a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Scott Miller

Scott Miller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about supporting clients experiencing symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder as well as stage of life changes.”
OCD, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues, Stress management
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelli Gramlich

Kelli Gramlich

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jamie Gelbart

Jamie Gelbart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Torrance, CA


“Jamie incorporates all aspects of mental health and wellness into therapy including mindfulness based practices, healthy life choices, exercise, athletics, spirituality, and nutrition.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Francis Capalbo

Francis Capalbo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that all of us have personal strengths that can be employed in the service of therapy, and that one of my jobs is to encourage clients to recognize their resilience and to build on same.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Delia Daughtry

Delia Daughtry

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health care should feel like a conversation with a trusted friend, not a clinical transaction.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ninva Baba

Ninva Baba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Turlock, CA


“I believe effective mental health care starts with truly listening—not just checking symptoms off a list.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emmanuel Ifemazi

Emmanuel Ifemazi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health care should be respectful, non-judgmental, and empowering, and I strive to create a space where you feel heard and supported.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Audu

Jonathan Audu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Jonathan is both a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD in La Mesa, CA

Number of therapists serving La Mesa, CA
There are over 2,520 therapists in La Mesa, CA accepting new patients.
2,520+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%OCD
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 87%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 83%Cigna
  • 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 70%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 56%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 3%Farsi
  • 2%Mandarin
  • 2%Igbo
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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  • 33%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 32%Nurse Practitioner
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 96%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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