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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Hartford, CT

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Hartford, CT

Hartford residents seeking OCD support can access Headway's network of compassionate providers trained in specialized treatments including I-CBT, SSRI management, and trauma-informed care. Whether you're managing contamination fears, checking behaviors, or harm-related obsessions, our therapists work collaboratively to build personalized recovery plans. Sessions are covered by insurance with availability as soon as next day.

Candyce Scott

Candyce Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My hope is that you leave sessions feeling understood and supported, with a clearer sense of what you’re experiencing and what may help.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ruby Mensah

Ruby Mensah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“She's passionate about helping them thrive emotionally and help foster the high quality of life they deserve.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Marcelo Gomes

Dr. Marcelo Gomes

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work with my clients to uncover the unconscious conflicts that may be holding them back from living their best life.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alison Birdsey

Alison Birdsey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My practice is dedicated exclusively to women's healthcare, offering specialized care for perinatal mental health, perimenopause and menopause, and sexual well-being.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura DeAngelo

Laura DeAngelo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a clinical social worker specializing in dialectical behavior therapy, parenting, autism-specific parenting, and communication in relationships.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Helen Garinger

Dr. Helen Garinger

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I understand people across the lifespan, from kids navigating school to adults carrying wounds that started there.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Imperiale, Lcsw

Anna Imperiale, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Guilford, CT


“My approach is warm, interactive, and non-judgmental. I help people develop their personal insight, self-esteem, motivation, and identify coping skills that meet their specific needs.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Keren Rubin

Keren Rubin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Together, we will identify your strengths, explore patterns that may be keeping you feeling stuck, and develop practical tools to manage emotions, improve communication, and overcome barriers to personal growth, healthy relationships, and recovery.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Delores Addy

Delores Addy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to providing care emphasizes empathy, respect, and partnership, ensuring patients feel supported as they work toward their personal goals and improved quality of life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Muhammad Iqbal

Dr. Muhammad Iqbal

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a board-certified psychiatrist committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, and person‐centered care to individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges. My training includes a general psychiatry residency in New Jersey and an advanced Addiction Psychiatry/NIDA‐T32 Research Fellowship at Columbia University in New York City, where I received specialized experience in the treatment of substance use disorders, comorbidity, and academic research.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicole Bernard

Nicole Bernard

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I provide a warm, empathetic, and culturally responsive space where your story is honored without judgment.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheila Kearney

Sheila Kearney

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Using active listening and motivational interviewing, I employ a client centered approach utilizing evidence-based techniques.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sashauna Brown

Sashauna Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that healing looks different for everyone. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and centered around you—your experiences, your goals, and what feels most important in your life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marcus Jack

Marcus Jack

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“By using techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, I help clients develop practical skills and strategies to overcome their challenges.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hayley Kassraie

Hayley Kassraie

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to help clients reconnect with themselves, rediscover what makes them feel alive, and remember that growth is always possible, even in the toughest moments.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bunmi Olugbile

Bunmi Olugbile

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“On the first visit, clients will experience an in-depth solution based psychiatric evaluation that is edged on compassion, warmth and understanding.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ketaki Desai

Ketaki Desai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a holistic, patient-centered approach to mental health care. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and supported.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jacquella Forgey-Carpenter

Jacquella Forgey-Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Clients often tell me it feels like talking to someone who "gets it," while still being guided in a way that creates real change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelli Dumas

Kelli Dumas

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nicole Beall

Nicole Beall

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“I believe lasting change happens when we address both the emotional challenges people face and the patterns that keep those challenges going.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christa Zummo

Christa Zummo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I've learned that therapy isn't about eliminating thoughts or feelings, but about changing how we respond to them.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
James Zagres

James Zagres

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My role is to walk alongside you, helping you gain clarity, build resilience, and take practical steps toward meaningful change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Timothy Habegger

Timothy Habegger

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


As a social worker, I endeavor to make a strong bond with you and explore your strengths. I will hold a space for you to experience feelings that you may have been putting off or avoiding confronting. I have a calming demeanor and welcoming personality that will put you at ease. Together we can evaluate & explore any issues that may be troubling you.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Hannigan

Sarah Hannigan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is collaborative. At all times I work with my clients to set goals that attainable...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Antonella Sferrazza

Antonella Sferrazza

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience. I have worked in a variety of settings such as residential, partial hospital programs, and outpatient services. I have training in CBT, DBT, and ACT approaches. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole McHugh

Nicole McHugh

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I adapt my therapeutic approach to match the personality and primary concerns of my clients including DBT, ERP, MI, harm reduction, and mindfulness.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eva Nyarko

Eva Nyarko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • East Hartford, CT


“My approach is grounded in the belief that healing is most effective when care is personalized, collaborative, and respectful of the whole person—mind, body, and lived experience.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Thibodeau

Maria Thibodeau

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I utilize a wide range of evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and expressive arts therapy to help clients build effective coping skills.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra O'Malley

Alexandra O'Malley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fairfield, CT


“I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care and value building meaningful relationships with patients while working toward their individual goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alicia McCoy

Alicia McCoy

Therapist

Virtual • Middletown, CT


“I am committed to providing a supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Steffen Gillom

Dr. Steffen Gillom

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach and tailor our work to meet your unique needs and goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucia Castellano

Lucia Castellano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I can assist with those struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, negative thoughts, illness, loss and letting go of old patterns to promote a healthier lifestyle.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenny Chukwudike

Jenny Chukwudike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“As a double-certified nurse practitioner with expertise in both family and psychiatry medicine, I approach care with a holistic perspective, emphasizing comprehensive well-being.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Richard Spears

Richard Spears

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in supporting high performers who wrestle with anxiety and the risk of burnout, guiding them toward strategies to regain their equilibrium.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Allison Peters

Allison Peters

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, with an emphasis on creating a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adeleye Ogunlade

Adeleye Ogunlade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach blends traditional psychiatric care with a holistic lens, looking at the whole picture, including nutrition, lifestyle, and emotional well-being.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carleen Braunns

Carleen Braunns

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal for my client is for them to return to their previous best level of functioning, and to feel like themselves again.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erin Sember

Erin Sember

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and women. I am a school psychologist with almost 20 years of experience...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gianfranco De Beaumont

Dr. Gianfranco De Beaumont

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“It should help you understand what is happening, why it is happening, and most importantly, what you can actually do about it.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jillian Elliott

Jillian Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is rooted in a strength-based perspective, empowering you to draw on your innate resilience and resources.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD in Hartford, CT

Number of therapists serving Hartford, CT
There are over 543 therapists in Hartford, CT accepting new patients.
543+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%OCD
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 84%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 53%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 92%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 22%Man
License types
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  • 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 27%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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