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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 2,508 therapists offers flexible scheduling with many accepting insurance to keep sessions affordable.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California who has been helping clients to reach their potential and reduce their symptoms for the past 24 years. I enjoy working with clients who struggle with OCD or anxiety. My goal is to help you to become your own therapist by using the tools that I will teach you.
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
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.
I am an LCSW who offers practical strengths-based therapy with CBT and DBT tools that actually fit your life. I am here to meet you where you are, build a genuine connection, and support growth that lasts.
About our therapists who can help with OCD in San Diego, CA
- 100%OCD
- 99%Anxiety
- 97%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 87%PTSD
- 98%Aetna
- 83%Cigna
- 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 55%Blue Shield of California
- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 3%Farsi
- 2%Mandarin
- 2%Tagalog
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 73%Woman
- 26%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 35%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 30%Nurse Practitioner
- 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 99%Individual therapy
- 41%Family therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find an expert who truly understands OCD
Headway helps you manage obsessive-compulsive disorder with expert-guided support — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing an OCD Therapist in San Diego
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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