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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Mission Viejo, CA

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Mission Viejo, CA

Struggling with intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or contamination fears? Headway connects Mission Viejo residents with specialized OCD therapists using proven modalities including I-CBT and SSRI management. Access affordable care with copays starting low, and work with your insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.

Katie Emsiek

Katie Emsiek

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is down-to-earth and collaborative. My goal is to create a safe and nonjudgmental place where you can be honest about the things you're experiencing.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Armando Abounce

Armando Abounce

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm direct and warm — I won't make you dig through your entire history before we can do any real work.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Darrilyn Demouchet

Darrilyn Demouchet

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I take the time to really listen and understand what you're going through. Together, we'll create a treatment plan...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Luis Ochoa Sierra

Jose Luis Ochoa Sierra

Therapist

Virtual • Hayward, CA


“I bring a balance of warmth, humor, and unconditional acceptance. Simultaneously, I will carefully guide you to explore the underlying patterns of your thinking, feelings, and behaviors to help you gain meaningful understanding as you move toward a...”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Melissa Satram

Melissa Satram

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, warm, and supportive therapeutic environment that fosters growth, healing, and transformation.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Silvia San

Silvia San

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is supportive and gentle however, I might challenge you if that offers an opportunity for growth.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer De La Fuente

Jennifer De La Fuente

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an LCSW working with adults in California. I have a background in medical social work and working with dual-diagnosis patients and caregivers. My belief that healing happens through compassionate understanding and practical skill-building sets our work apart.

OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Figuero

Tiffany Figuero

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Antioch, CA


I’m passionate about helping those who need help mentally and emotionally

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jason Pierce

Jason Pierce

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take an integrative, insight-oriented approach to therapy, drawing from psychodynamic theory, mindfulness practices, and somatic awareness.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Taurean Oram

Taurean Oram

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual. I combine medication management with supportive therapy techniques, including elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, to address...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amanda Yates

Amanda Yates

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! My approach is centered in the belief that authentic connection with ourselves and others heals. Therapy is an opportunity to dive deep, to develop greater self knowledge, to come into wholeness, accepting and integrating all of our parts and aligning our lives with our Truth and the fullness of who we are. I look forward to the opportunity to support you.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alison Bunasawa

Alison Bunasawa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to feel supported and heard without judgement, and to collaborate on therapeutic goals that feel manageable and set client's up for success.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chelsea Reid

Chelsea Reid

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe deeply in the healing that becomes possible when someone feels truly safe, seen, and supported.”
OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Kilgore

Robert Kilgore

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Understanding, listening, and proving feedback on one's perspectives that hinders their happiness can open unforeseen possibilities for fulfillment.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Lester Summerfield

Dr. Lester Summerfield

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have developed the ability to adapt to the needs of each client and take an eclectic approach to each individual's needs.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephanie Otterstetter

Stephanie Otterstetter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is not about having all the answers—it is about creating a space where you can better understand yourself, recognize your strengths, and begin making meaningful changes at your own pace.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shakeh Galstian

Shakeh Galstian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize creating a safe, nurturing environment for clients to break free from limiting narratives and step into the fulfilling life they've always envisioned.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Duyen Pham

Duyen Pham

Therapist

Virtual • California


As an immigrant woman growing up in America, I have seen and personally experienced the challenges of being a minority woman. Through resiliency and perseverance, I am now the clinical director of an outpatient program at a non-profit. I have been working in the community mental health field serving low-income individuals and families for over 15 years. I specialize in trauma treatment, especially sexual trauma. I use a trauma- and cultural-informed lens to look at the issue.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Oluwatoyin Oladimeji

Dr. Oluwatoyin Oladimeji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Dr. Oladimeji's passion is driven by the bonds she builds with her patients throughout their lives and the enjoyment she holds in promoting their mental well-being.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Anna Williams

Anna Williams

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I am direct, supportive, and focused on helping clients build insight through action, not just reflection.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ivan Belyaev

Ivan Belyaev

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is collaborative and insight-oriented. I don't hand you a checklist and call it growth.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marcus Jang

Marcus Jang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I place primacy in human dignity, and it is the lens through which I view every patient-provider partnership.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Michelle Kennedy

Michelle Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a warm, empathetic, and compassionate listener cradled with a sense of deep optimism and genuine curiosity that comes from my own life experiences.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lemlem Payne

Lemlem Payne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My current practice is rooted in meeting the clients "where they are," working cohesively to untangle inner conflicts...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Juliet Mulele

Juliet Mulele

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


With over a decade of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse and a Master’s degree as a Psychiatric Mental

Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, neurodiversity, and medication

management.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rocio Bedoy

Rocio Bedoy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to helping you heal and grow. I have experience working with individuals with a variety of conditions/issues including depression, anxiety, grief and trauma.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Kai Chuang

Dr. Kai Chuang

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and high performers—including Division I athletes, professionals, and anyone striving to meet high expectations. In my work, I’ve learned that growth happens at the edge of comfort—where support and challenge meet. My clients often tell me they appreciate my ability to be both direct and deeply compassionate, creating a space where they feel seen, understood, and encouraged to move forward.

Born in Taiwan, raised in Southern California, and trained in San Francisco and New Mexico, I bring a blend of cultural humility, life experience, and professional training into every session. As an Asian American therapist, I value identity, culture, and lived experience as essential pieces of healing. I aim to create a space where you can show up as your real self—without judgment, without masks.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michelle Ho

Michelle Ho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


I'm an open minded individual and welcome any topics in treatment

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Audrey Ponce

Audrey Ponce

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that every person deserves a space where they can feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Guadalupe Pino

Guadalupe Pino

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, patient, and practical—balancing emotional support with tools that can be applied in everyday life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melaney Bright

Melaney Bright

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I feel that the best way to help people heal is through connection. I take an active role in guiding and teaching tools and coping skills that you can use for the rest of your life.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Austin Boelman

Austin Boelman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am someone who believes in a holistic approach to therapy attending to the emotional and physical wellbeing of every client.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Brenda Wade

Dr. Brenda Wade

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is to hear, accept, and feel where you are on your journey, so that together we can explore proven strategies to create your breakthroughs.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angeline Kelly

Angeline Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Sonoma County with six years of clinical experience working with young people and families. I've worked across a range of settings including intensive residential treatment, county behavioral health, and outpatient care, and I bring that breadth of experience into my private practice. I specialize in navigating anxiety, trauma, identity, family conflict, and life transitions.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Deborah Miller

Deborah Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a doctoral prepared dual board-certified Family & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am passionate and committed to providing high quality client-centered mental health care. My focus is medication management and treating various psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, Stress and PTSD. I utilize evidence-based medication regimen and techniques such as CBT. I am excited that you stopped by and look forward to being with you on your journey to mental wellness.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicole Lopez

Nicole Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a dedicated mental health professional who supports children and adults through life’s challenges. I currently provide individual therapy only and do not offer couples counseling. My background in behavioral health and social services, along with hands-on community experience, has shaped my practical, compassionate, and solution-focused approach.

I have worked with individuals involved in the justice system, people living with serious mental illness, children in foster care, and families navigating behavioral or developmental concerns. My experience includes case management, crisis support, employment readiness, behavioral coaching, and coordinating care with medical providers, mental health facilities, and community programs to ensure consistent, long-term support.

I help clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, behavioral challenges in children and teens, parenting and co-parenting concerns, and reintegration after legal involvement. My approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and client-centered. I believe everyone has resilience and the ability to grow with the right support.

My style is warm, honest, and structured. I value accountability while always leading with empathy and respect. I focus on building coping skills, improving communication, setting clear goals, and developing practical strategies that support emotional balance and independence.

OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Rachel Kigano

Dr. Rachel Kigano

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, burned out, emotionally stuck, or unheard—often while juggling work, relationships, family responsibilities, or major life transitions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Arch Jungers

Arch Jungers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello, I'm Arch Jungers, PMHNP-BC, and I came to psychiatric care more than seven years as a psychiatric charge RN, leading care teams and sitting with patients in their most difficult moments, before becoming a Nurse Practitioner. I truly believe that together, we can solve any mental health problem. When I'm not here, I'm loving on my dogs, playing tennis, or bowling in my weekly league. I am looking forward to meeting you and seeing how I can be of service to you.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Wenzler

Michelle Wenzler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I spent 15 years on an inpatient psychiatric unit supporting individuals through acute crisis and complex diagnosis.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD located within 20 miles of Mission Viejo, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Mission Viejo, CA
There are over 28 therapists in Mission Viejo, CA accepting new patients.
28+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%OCD
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 89%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 57%Cigna
  • 43%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 11%Arabic
  • 7%Spanish
  • 4%French
  • 4%Gujarati
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 32%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 32%Nurse Practitioner
  • 18%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 11%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%Couples therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 11%Child or adolescent therapy

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