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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in San Diego, CA
Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in San Diego, CA
San Diego residents managing OCD can access specialized treatment addressing contamination fears, checking behaviors, and handwashing rituals through providers trained in I-CBT and SSRI management. Headway's network of 2,412 therapists offers flexible scheduling with many accepting insurance to keep sessions affordable.
Hello and welcome! There is so much I want to share with you!
I acknowledge that finding a therapist can sometimes feel overwhelming because you want to find a good fit, someone who “gets” you, so I thank you for being here.
I identify as a Latinx, cis gender woman, feminist, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ ally, and spiritual. I am the granddaughter of immigrants from Mexico and the daughter of working class parents. Before coming to Marriage and Family Therapy, I earned a Master’s degree in Women’s Studies, and wrote my thesis on the jurisprudence of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. I am aware of the dominant societal structures, narratives, expectations and pressures that can impact your story and how you live it. I look forward to being alongside you as you write a preferred story – one that is fully authored by you.
Prior to focusing on Marriage and Family Therapy, I worked for close to nineteen years in higher education leadership, advising and mentoring college students at a public university in Southern California. The relationships I fostered with students and the stories they shared with me inspired me to move into Marriage and Family Therapy. Like my work with the students, my therapy work is filled with compassion, empathy and understanding. And while there may sometimes be difficult conversations and tears in our work, I also invite in laughter, lightness and joy.
I am currently scheduling online and in-person appointments. I am available Mondays- Thursdays, and Saturdays.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, and trauma.
You can visit my website for more information: https://www.thiwlodarskilmft.com
If you're here, chances are you've been carrying more than you were ever meant to carry alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges or feeling stuck- I can help. I'm a licensed therapist with nearly 20 years of experience in the field helping individuals and couples create lasting, meaningful change.
Together, we’ll identify what brings you to therapy, we'll gently look at where you're feeling stuck and examine the patterns that are no longer serving you. Then, with evidence-based interventions we'll modify these patterns leading to lasting meaningful change.
My formal clinical training was received through the Department of Veterans Affairs, where I gained extensive experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy to military veterans and their partners. I specialize in treating PTSD (combat and sexual trauma), Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Grief and Couples. My clinical training leans heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with emphasis on trauma informed and attachment focused perspectives.
I’m here to make this journey feel gentle, welcoming, and human. I keep things clear and simple so you can focus on what matters, not the overwhelm. My style is warm, encouraging, and a little poetic—because softness helps us breathe. Let’s take this step together, one calm moment at a time.
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Factors to Consider When Choosing an OCD Therapist in San Diego, CA
Finding OCD therapists in San Diego starts with looking for experience with obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, contamination concerns, checking, intrusive thoughts, and related anxiety. Exposure and response prevention is one therapy approach some clinicians use to support people living with obsessive-compulsive disorder, and not all therapists are trained in it. As you compare therapists, look for profiles that mention exposure and response prevention, OCD-focused care, or experience helping people living with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
San Diego has a large mental health care market, which can make it harder to know which therapist is the right fit across neighborhoods like Hillcrest, North Park, La Jolla, and Mission Valley. Some people prefer in-person OCD therapy near home or work, while others use virtual sessions to expand their options and fit care into their schedule. Beyond specialty, compare appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and how they describe their approach. A therapist bio can show whether OCD is listed as a general area of familiarity or whether the therapist has specific training in exposure and response prevention.
Therapy in San Diego can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your out-of-pocket estimate before you book. Headway helps you search for OCD therapists in San Diego who match your preferences and offer in-person or virtual care, so you can review bios, compare availability, confirm coverage for your specific plan and location on Headway, and book directly when you’re ready.
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