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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in San Clemente, CA

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in San Clemente, CA

Managing OCD in San Clemente with evidence-based therapy from 2,531 licensed providers. Headway offers virtual and in-person sessions using Exposure Therapy, CBT, and Cognitive Therapy to address intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and obsessions. Many clients pay as low as $0 per session with insurance.

Marissa Melhuse

Marissa Melhuse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“My goal is to meet you exactly where you are, offering practical tools, fresh perspectives, and compassionate support to help ease the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.”
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 • 7.4 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
Eve Lievonen

Eve Lievonen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Laguna Niguel, CA


“With over 30 years of experience, I have learned that real change happens when people feel understood, not judged.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Billings

Dr. Lisa Billings

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy. I help individuals identify their goals and make the changes necessary to help them lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I am directive, and I provide a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment to explore the issues and life-events with which you may be struggling.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristine Lomas

Kristine Lomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“My goal is to help you feel more like yourself, function more fully, and move toward a life that feels meaningful to you.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Andrew Hey

Andrew Hey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“In addition to my work as a therapist, I also currently work as a professional actor, which gives me a unique understanding of performance, communication, and authenticity.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Julie DeVito

Dr. Julie DeVito

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krysta Boyle

Krysta Boyle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 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
Brandon Owens

Brandon Owens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Liu

Richard Liu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 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
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 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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Gabriel Davis

Gabriel Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Fallbrook, CA


“My approach is rooted in supporting clients to reconnect deeply with their authentic selves, fostering renewed health, and rediscovering a sense of purpose and connection.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jamisyn Atlas

Jamisyn Atlas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Vasquez

Lori Vasquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is affirming, solution-oriented, and empowering—I meet clients where they are, listen without judgment, and tailor care to their unique needs.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ning Cornwell

Ning Cornwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Hi, my name is Ning! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. For the past seven years, I have worked with children, teens, adults, and older adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, major life transitions, complex mental health conditions. My clinical work focuses on anxiety and mood disorders, and I combine cognitive and somatic techniques with talk therapy to address root causes and foster lasting personal growth.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ariane Djeussoung

Ariane Djeussoung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 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 • 22 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
Grant Robinson

Grant Robinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Harry Lesgold

Harry Lesgold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


I run Unscripted Therapy, a practice focused on helping people break out of stuck patters.

I work with individuals who are tired of having the same conversations and somehow ending up right back where they started. Whether it’s anxiety, stress, or relationship patterns that keep repeating, something isn’t working and at this point, that’s pretty clear.

My approach is direct, collaborative, and focused on actually changing what’s not working. I’m not going to just sit there nodding while you vent and then ask how that made you feel for the tenth time. We’ll figure out what’s keeping you stuck and start doing something different about it.

Therapy with me is honest, practical, and yes, sometimes a little blunt. But it’s also real. If you’re looking for something that actually helps you move forward (not just talk about why you’re stuck), we’ll probably be a good fit.

Please note: Insurance is accepted for individual therapy only. Couples and family therapy are private pay and are not billed through insurance.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Madeline Reams

Madeline Reams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is warm, direct, empowering, and a little humorous. I'll meet you with compassion, while also challenging you when needed...”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Anne Marie Ruta Buchanan

Anne Marie Ruta Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 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
Ruben Garcia

Ruben Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and environment—while empowering patients through education and shared decision-making.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Gemma Holmes

Gemma Holmes

Therapist

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


“For 10+ years, I have sought to improve the lives of youth struggling with issues as varied as housing displacement, gender identity, suicidal ideation, & anger management...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aukse Goktepe

Aukse Goktepe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Ijeoma Mbadugha

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“She is passionate about creating a supportive, judgment-free environment where every patient feels heard, respected, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 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
DeeDee Chukuka

DeeDee Chukuka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“I am passionate about building therapeutic relationships, promoting recovery, preventing suicide, and empowering patients through education and support.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alireza Nikpour

Alireza Nikpour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Redlands, CA


“I see medication as one important tool — not the only one — and I take time to understand your full picture before making recommendations.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gema Martir

Gema Martir

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“Direct, Warm, Inquisitive and Critical questions that are focused on identity development in the family individual or couple system.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lakana Nicolas

Lakana Nicolas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps individuals and couples navigate life’s more difficult and complex experiences. I specialize in supporting patients in understanding how past experiences impact present-day challenges, so they can move toward a more fulfilling, authentic, and connected life.

OCD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


Dr. Aw primary interest is the intersection between mental and physical health. Dr. Aw’s philosophy, one does not exist outside of the other. Furthermore, Depression and anxiety in patients who are also suffering from medical issues feels significantly worse, and it is his goal to get patients on the road to recovery.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 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
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
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
Houman Shahraz

Houman Shahraz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am thrilled to help you step into a more empowered state, promoting personal growth aligned with your values and strengths.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
AJ (Amberle J) Wagner

AJ (Amberle J) Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a partnership, so I approach each session with curiosity, collaboration, and respect for your unique experiences.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Festus Obonna

Festus Obonna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am empathetic and professionally driven, paying close attention to your unique needs in terms of mental health to assist you in overcoming challenges and achieving mental well-being.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Louise Thompson

Dr. Louise Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“She believes in listening to patients in a non-judgmental, respectful, compassionate and empathetic atmosphere as the first step to a therapeutic alliance for overcoming personal obstacles for a more fulfilling quality of life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD in San Clemente, CA

Number of therapists serving San Clemente, CA
There are over 2,517 therapists in San Clemente, 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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