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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Walnut Creek, CA

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Walnut Creek, CA

Find OCD support in Walnut Creek with 2,541 licensed providers trained in evidence-based approaches like Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, and Response Prevention. Access virtual or in-person sessions covering intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and rituals with compassionate providers who understand your needs.

Nahid Ghajar

Nahid Ghajar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a combination of various therapeutic strategies and skills depending upon a client's unique challenges.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lisa Friedman

Lisa Friedman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am deeply inspired by the strength and resilience of people working to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Catone

Mary Catone

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The therapeutic relationship is so important. Trust and a feeling of acceptance will be a very important goal.”
OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gelza Salazar

Dr. Gelza Salazar

Therapist

Virtual • Upland, CA


“I believe therapy should be a collaborative process where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to reach their goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Neda Panahandeh

Neda Panahandeh

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I aim to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where clients feel emotionally held and understood.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 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 8 insurance carriers
Ladan Abdollahi

Ladan Abdollahi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I enjoy employing various modalities, such as cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, person-centered, and solution-focused, to name a few.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Daniel Messiter

Daniel Messiter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Narrative Style Therapist at heart, with an emphasis on Grief work. I also tend to focus on the emotional experience, and believe developing and exploring this kind of awareness is central to personal growth.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Edith Gutierrez

Edith Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


“I am dedicated to providing a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lawrence Lawler

Lawrence Lawler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in cognitive therapy, particularly cognitive-behavioral approaches for depression and anxiety.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ashlyne Mullen

Dr. Ashlyne Mullen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is about letting go of the things we are trying to control and making choices towards a more fulfilling life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kaylee Kryzer

Kaylee Kryzer

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


“Clients have noted they can tell I genuinely enjoy connecting with them, and have emphasized feeling sessions are safe, non-intimidating, accepting, and steady.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Racheal Ennis

Racheal Ennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manhattan Beach, CA


“I believe a healthy therapeutic experience can foster a genuine, honest and authentic relationship that can help us become aware of ourselves in the world, heal from our past, cope with our present, and foster a healthy future.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Farah Pezeshki

Dr. Farah Pezeshki

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe every person can determine the best solutions for their unique selves when given the opportunity to take the lead and develop trust in making their own decisions.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Rossi

Anna Rossi

Therapist

Virtual • California


Helping people find joy and meaning in their lives is my biggest passion in my work. However, life has its difficulties, including painful experiences, and when you need help solving what is in the way of getting from one day to the next or pursuing dreams, I want to help you figure out what is happening and help you develop tools to empower you to manage what seemed impossible and to create the life you desire.

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Trang Phan

Trang Phan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you understand the patterns keeping you stuck so you can experience greater clarity, confidence, and emotional freedom.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephanie Straeter

Dr. Stephanie Straeter

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Specifically, you will learn how and when to use strategies to manage stress, emotions, self-destructive behaviors, impulses and habits.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joelle Maletis

Joelle Maletis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Joelle is proactive, dynamic, & compassionate while addressing her client's individual needs. By offering a safe space, Joelle works with a diverse clientele that includes C-suite executives, active and retired military personnel, first responders,...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tony Akpengbe, Dnp, Pmhnp-Bc, Agnp-Bc

Tony Akpengbe, Dnp, Pmhnp-Bc, Agnp-Bc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Bernardino, CA


Akpengbe, DNP, earned a doctorate at Brandman University in California and a Master’s degree in science at Walden University in Minnesota, certified to provide medical and psychiatric needs in California. With 17 years of experience in mental health and medical care since 2005.

If you feel burdened trying to reach a provider or think you need to be heard by a provider. he has an answer to these constraints, with knowledge of medication management for anxiety, depression, and mood,

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Bernadette Akpengbe

Bernadette Akpengbe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Bernardino, CA


“I use a holistic, consultative and empathetic approach to make sure I understand the 360 view of my patients.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Delia Daughtry

Delia Daughtry

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health care should feel like a conversation with a trusted friend, not a clinical transaction.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lukas Dziemidok

Lukas Dziemidok

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive for a warm, non-judgmental presence. Through my experience in the entertainment industry and my own personal journey with immigration, I have learned to appreciate and value diversity...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Saba Kerendian

Saba Kerendian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I help clients better understand their emotions, patterns, and nervous system responses...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shebna Osanmoh

Shebna Osanmoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“With many years of experience in psychiatric nursing, he has developed expertise in holistic and individualized psychiatric assessments, crisis interventions, and culturally appropriate solutions to mental health care issues.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Corina Rains

Corina Rains

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“Clients can expect an open and transparent first session designed to build a trusting relationship between the client and the therapist.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Aaron Nowlin

Aaron Nowlin

Therapist

Virtual • Vista, CA


“A perspective client can expect to feel validated and supported; to feel as though they have an ally in their journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Bernadette Johnson

Bernadette Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Crescent City, CA


I have 10 years of experience working with children, individuals, couples and families to using a strength-based, systems approach. For couple’s I utilize Gottman-based approaches.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nadine Mejia

Nadine Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal with therapy is to provide a safe and open space to process and prioritize a growth mindset. I tailor my therapeutic approach to best match the needs of the client and truly believe in promoting acceptance. Some modalities I have experience with and may incorporate into therapy are Acceptance Compassion Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Here-and-now Counseling, Trauma-Informed, and Holistic. I have a passion for working with individuals who are looking to unpack complex emotions and experiences that have shaped their understanding of the world.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Andrew Vandernoot

Dr. Andrew Vandernoot

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My training is from a psychodynamic perspective, offering insight-oriented therapy for adolescents, young adults, and adults seeking help beyond short-term solutions.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Zora Speert Dieterich

Zora Speert Dieterich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I am an interactive therapist whose practice involves a mutual cooperative approach to empower self-learning.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shaun Wilson

Shaun Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I decided to become a therapist after healing my own childhood trauma and realizing that what I went through, could be used as a gift to help others heal and grow.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Talia Mann

Talia Mann

Therapist

Virtual • California


I help individuals struggling with eating disorders, body image concerns, trauma, grief, anxiety, and addiction. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or stuck in painful cycles around food, substances, relationships, or self-worth.

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. C. Julieta Aguilera Rice

Dr. C. Julieta Aguilera Rice

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am a licensed psychologist who employs evidence-based and collaborative approaches to support individuals achieve their mental health goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello,

I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christine Quynh Anh Nguyen

Christine Quynh Anh Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in learning and growing alongside my clients; your therapist can only take you as far as they've gone themselves.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Heisler

Rebecca Heisler

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jake Mazzullo

Jake Mazzullo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Our goals are focused on optimizing your psychiatric medication needs, along with using Brief Cognitive Based Models, Stoic principles and Motivational Interviewing.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Garris

Stephanie Garris

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clarita, CA


“I am humorous, warm and open minded and believe in a strong therapeutic bond for therapy to be effective...”
OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Identity issues
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. John Fielder

Dr. John Fielder

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“The goal of psychotherapy is for individuals to have a better understanding of themselves and to better cope with their issues.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD in Walnut Creek, CA

Number of therapists serving Walnut Creek, CA
There are over 2,513 therapists in Walnut Creek, CA accepting new patients.
2,513+
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
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Cigna
  • 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 56%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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  • 87%Online only
  • 13%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 26%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 29%Nurse Practitioner
  • 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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