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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 2,488 licensed providers nationally, with many offering free consultations and availability within days.

Mark Awanyai

Mark Awanyai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


I work with adults facing ADHD, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, sleep issues, and substance use, offering clear, practical help—no guesswork. You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, have trouble sleeping, or struggle to focus. We follow a structured approach to understand your situation and develop a treatment plan that progresses. I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and focused follow-up using evidence-based and trauma-informed strategies. The process is simple, with clear steps and adjustments based on your progress. If you're ready to proceed, reach out.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Krysta Boyle

Krysta Boyle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Marissa Melhuse

Marissa Melhuse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“My goal is to meet you where you are, with practical tools, fresh perspective, and steady, compassionate support.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Elizabeth Cappelletti

Elizabeth Cappelletti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“I especially enjoy working with people who are used to being the strong one, caring for everyone else or appearing capable on the outside while feeling anxious, overwhelmed or disconnected within.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Denyse Breeden

Denyse Breeden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“I provide a compassionate, tailored approach using Somatic Experiencing, Inner Child healing, and/or hypnotherapy.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Julie DeVito

Dr. Julie DeVito

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“My patients can expect a relaxed, safe space, an environment of acceptance and non-judgement, empathy, positive regard and respect, and a collaborative approach to treatment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Jamisyn Atlas

Jamisyn Atlas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Living in conflict with ourselves can create deep emotional pain, making it crucial that we treat ourselves with loving kindness instead of criticism or blame.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Lori Vasquez

Lori Vasquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I especially enjoy supporting women and young adults, including women navigating postpartum anxiety, depression, and the adjustment to motherhood.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Grant Robinson

Grant Robinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I offer an authentic and trusted healing experience using empathy, reflection, and a variety of coping skills to empower and create healthy change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Richard Liu

Richard Liu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I am deeply committed to offering care that is rooted in compassion, empathy, and extensive knowledge of mental health.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ariane Djeussoung

Ariane Djeussoung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • 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
Rachel Airth

Rachel Airth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe therapy is less about "fixing" what's wrong with you and more about becoming curious about the patterns, experiences, relationships, and beliefs that have shaped who you are...”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Together we can identify mental/emotional blocks, reprocess past disturbing memories, and develop mental agility to experience the life you deserve to flourish in.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Brandon Owens

Brandon Owens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“Since becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I've seen how prioritizing mental health can bring more joy, balance, and resilience into everyday life.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Creative
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Sandra Castillo

Sandra Castillo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • 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
Anne Marie Ruta Buchanan

Anne Marie Ruta Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Tustin, CA


“For anxiety, I provide psychoeducation on the brain and body's response to threat, and look for ways my clients behaviorally shift so that they can decrease the intensity and frequency of symptoms that get in the way of them living their ideal lives.”
OCD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimmy Hunkle

Kimmy Hunkle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I don't believe therapy should consist of spending years talking in circles while your life stays the same.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Mohammad Salous

Mohammad Salous

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Garden Grove, CA


“I strive to create a welcoming, respectful environment where each person feels heard and understood.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alice Kim

Alice Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Garden Grove, CA


“I believe every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their mental health journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Haley Morrissey-Truong

Haley Morrissey-Truong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and holistic. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy while considering the whole person—not just their symptoms.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Heather Jensen

Dr. Heather Jensen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and steady. I integrate evidence‐based modalities with a grounded therapeutic presence, creating a space where clients can explore openly, build insight, and move toward greater clarity and resilience.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nalleli Garrido

Nalleli Garrido

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Garden Grove, CA


“Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I work closely with my patients to develop individualized treatment plans...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
David Ly

David Ly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“I prioritize learning where each individual has been and where they want to go, rather than rushing toward a diagnosis.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Destinee Torres

Destinee Torres

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


“I strive for every patient to leave each visit feeling empowered, hopeful, and confident in the path ahead.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Corona, CA


“My open-minded strategic approach and accepting individualism help me let the patient guide in discussing their personal health struggles.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hannah Greenbaum

Hannah Greenbaum

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, curious, and direct, with an emphasis on helping clients better understand themselves and build a life that feels meaningful and manageable.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Dennis Ly

Dennis Ly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—not just the symptoms—by addressing emotional, physical, and lifestyle factors that contribute to mental health.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Aukse Goktepe

Aukse Goktepe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“At the clinic, we treat patients like family and strive to provide the best mental health care by incorporating different treatment modalities to help you feel your best.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tina Butler

Tina Butler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Fullerton, CA


“I focus on helping clients harness positive energy to create personal success in their lives and relationships.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Abdel Tayyem

Abdel Tayyem

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Corona, CA


Hi, I’m Abdel! With over 15 years of experience in healthcare, I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. As a bilingual speaker in English and Arabic, I specialize in creating an inclusive environment where patients from all backgrounds feel truly heard and respected. My goal is to empower you through open communication and evidence-based treatment to help you achieve lasting wellness.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angela Hernandez

Angela Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


“I take a warm, down-to-earth approach and strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Uchenna Orji

Dr. Uchenna Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


“Dr. Orji, believes that the life of the individual has a supreme value, and therefore centers his care to realize that supreme value...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Charlene Azonwu

Charlene Azonwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gardena, CA


“Calm, empathetic, Listening to patients and providing the best quality care including the use of medication management.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Amaka Anyaoha

Amaka Anyaoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gardena, CA


“My style is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on building trust and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to participate actively in their care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joshua Cunningham

Joshua Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Covina, CA


“I believe that each client is an expert in their own life, and that many people seek therapy when they are looking to create change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


I am a board certified, doctoral prepared PMHNP. I completed my post graduate at National University in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my DNP from Azusa Pacific University and graduated from CSUSB MSN program. I have been a faculty at CSUSB since 2014. Extensively trained and a certified Trauma-Informed specialist. I diagnose and treat mental disorders including medication-assisted treatment along with counseling for chemical dependency and substance use disorders.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


Hello, I'm Gerrald Angeles, a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I provide psychiatric medication management for adults throughout California. I’m here to help you feel heard, understood, and supported in your mental health care. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or navigating mental health challenges alongside chronic conditions, I’m here to help you find balance and feel your best.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD located within 20 miles of Laguna Beach, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Laguna Beach, CA
There are over 25 therapists in Laguna Beach, CA accepting new patients.
25+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%OCD
  • 96%Stress management
  • 96%Depression
  • 88%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 72%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 64%Cigna
  • 64%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 48%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 16%Spanish
  • 4%Arabic
  • 4%French
  • 4%Korean
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 72%Woman
  • 28%Man
License types
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  • 40%Nurse Practitioner
  • 32%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 16%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 8%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 92%Individual therapy
  • 32%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 20%Family therapy

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