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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Westport, CT

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Westport, CT

Westport residents seeking OCD treatment can access compassionate, evidence-based care through Headway's extensive provider network. Our therapists specialize in exposure therapy, ritual prevention, and cognitive restructuring to help you regain control and reduce distress from unwanted thoughts and behaviors.

Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Dr. Buchanan strives to meet each client's needs through empathetic communication and personalized evidence-based care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Osterman

Alexander Osterman

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“By blending Stoic principles with modern therapeutic techniques, I help clients develop a robust mental framework to face adversities and cultivate inner strength and tranquility.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Onyebuchi Ogbo

Onyebuchi Ogbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Buchi is a clinician who is authentic, empathetic and provides care, with an evidenced-based and collaborative approach...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Pileggi Caviola

Carla Pileggi Caviola

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I love coming along side clients and helping them grow towards health and their goals they establish in therapy.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Campbell

Alyssa Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to motivate, encourage, educate, and support you on your journey to becoming your best self.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chana Selevan

Chana Selevan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a licensed clinical social worker in Connecticut. I offer a safe and understanding space for adults facing anxiety, life transitions and grief.

OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Burton

Carol Burton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe genuine connection is at the heart of meaningful change, and I bring curiosity, compassion, and honesty to every session.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Evan Moriarty

Evan Moriarty

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style invites you to make the greatest possible use of the therapeutic process initiated at the start of each treatment, encouraging you to speak as freely as possible...”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Terence Ching

Dr. Terence Ching

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


Terence Ching, PhD (he/him) is a Yale-, Dartmouth-, and UConn-trained clinical psychologist licensed in CT.

Dr. Ching has vast academic and clinical expertise in mood, anxiety, and trauma-based disorders, especially obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Dr. Ching is also an Instructor on the faculty of the Department of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine. There, he leads psychedelic clinical trials (namely, psilocybin) for OCD, depression, and other disorders in the Yale Program for Psychedelic Science. There, Dr. Ching assumes the role of Director of Psychedelic Training, pioneering the training and supervision of numerous facilitators who work with study participants in psychedelic dosing sessions.

In the psychedelic therapy space, Dr. Ching is an extensively published global leader in culturally attuned, queer- and trans-affirming, and ethically rigorous care of individuals experiencing altered states of consciousness.

Lastly, Dr. Ching is an internationally sought after scientific speaker. He has significant consulting experience in various aspects of psychedelic research and practice, having trained hundreds of study therapists for multiple companies who have achieved FDA Breakthrough Therapy designation in their drug development programs.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Ellis

Michele Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I’m Michele Ellis, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about helping individuals improve their mental health and overall well-being. With over a decade of experience, I’ve developed a deep understanding of the social, emotional, and psychological challenges people face. My approach is warm, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs—meeting you exactly where you are in your journey. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, build on your strengths, and create a path toward meaningful, lasting change.

OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Justin Pegnataro

Justin Pegnataro

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Currently accepting new clients. Are you seeking a natural path to healing and vitality in your life? It's my passion to help you live your one wild and precious life to its fullest. I help clients remember who they are, how to find their power and learn how to bring it as a gift to the world. Through the process of personal exploration, healing in nature and building healthy relationships, I can help you experience more vitality, purpose and meaning in your life.

OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helena Morris

Helena Morris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I approach my work from a person-centered model, acknowledging inner strength of people I worked with, helping them reach their most mental health state of mind through medication and therapy.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Brandi Morgan

Dr. Brandi Morgan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Communication is a very important skill and remains the basis of my treatment as I seek first to understand then to be understood.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Eric Gutgarts

Dr. Eric Gutgarts

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


I am the Founder of EQ Therapy (eqtherapy.co), a private practice designed for high-performing clients. I also teach at NYU in their graduate mental health counseling program. My dissertation at Johns Hopkins focused on the mental health experience of intercollegiate student-athletes. I supervise therapists at EQ Therapy who are accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy. If you're a couple, college student, industry leader, entrepreneur, or athlete, schedule a session with with me today!

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Stephanie Larose

Stephanie Larose

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I provide the highest level of care by taking the time to truly listen to my patients and their concerns.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Idenice Sargut

Idenice Sargut

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have always had a nurturing and patient heart in wanting to help people. I allow my clients the freedom to guide themselves through their own experiences and challenges with support and unconditional positive regard.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joseph Scrivani

Joseph Scrivani

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I enjoy being interactive with my clients... I strive to be as fully engaging as appropriate in our meetings.”
OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Massa

Amanda Massa

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is collaborative and goal-oriented with the use of specific evidence-based strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sonya Mastersen

Sonya Mastersen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Emotional anguish comes from the destabilization of one's grounding, sense of belonging, dignity, trust, identity — and good therapy helps to restore emotional balance, confidence, and peace of mind.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Audra Tolbert-Martin

Audra Tolbert-Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I provide a warm, caring, curious and compassionate space to explore your life so that you may live more consciously in abundance and choice.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle Peacock

Dr. Michelle Peacock

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each person I work with. I believe that therapy should not only provide insight but also equip you with practical tools you can use right away and throughout your life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Francis Capalbo

Francis Capalbo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that all of us have personal strengths that can be employed in the service of therapy, and that one of my jobs is to encourage clients to recognize their resilience and to build on same.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Persad

Lisa Persad

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Westport, CT


“I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with training and experience treating adult clients' mental health challenges often related to early childhood emotional, verbal, physical, and sexual trauma.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rachel Medeiros

Rachel Medeiros

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I feel the connection and rapport you have with your therapist, at any client's age, is the core foundation for progress and growth.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Danielson

Eric Danielson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I will walk alongside of you as a guide using an integrative approach to foster hope while you determine the destination of our course.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicholas Ahern

Nicholas Ahern

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


I have extensive experience in community mental health and private practice settings working with teens and adults. I received my Masters of Science in Psychology from Johnson & Wales University. I am licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Valerie Adomaitis

Valerie Adomaitis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to create a space where all emotions and forms of expression are welcomed and encouraged.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Danielle Deramo

Danielle Deramo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work from an emotionally driven place. What that means is together we will explore your feelings & peel away the layers until we figure out what is happening inside to trigger these negative emotions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Angie Botero Castro

Angie Botero Castro

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I know how tough it can be to feel overwhelmed or stuck, and I'm here to help you feel more grounded and understood.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Samantha Vamosy

Samantha Vamosy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hello! My name is Samantha Vamosy and I am so happy you are interested in working together. I know starting a therapy process whether you have before or this is your first time can be scary and uncomfortable. I hope we can work through this time together making this journey as helpful and special as possible. My passions have always aligned with helping others and listening in a compassionate, non-judgmental, and curious way. I find real change occurs when a person can fully explore their life in a holistic way. Whether it is current mental health symptoms or past traumas holistic healing is possible for everyone. I received my Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Fairfield University and achieved my LPC after completing 3000 hours in an outpatient clinic for substance abuse.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Dr. Karen provide services to Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey and Texas she is a licensed professional counseling supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas, and licensed mental health counseling supervisor (LMHC-S) in Florida with more than 15 years of counseling experience, offering a unique blend of clinical expertise, trauma-informed care, and spiritually grounded guidance. She has a (MS) in Mental Health Counseling: Traumatology and a EdD. In Community Care Counseling: Traumatology. As the founder of Empowerment & Counseling Firm by Dr. Karen, PLLC, she is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their voice, rebuild their strength, and rise into the healthiest version of themselves, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically.

OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher McCarthy

Christopher McCarthy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am certified and trained in several treatment modalities including CBT, EMDR, DBT, CPT, humanistic, ACT, mind-body approaches, and others.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Chouinard

Cynthia Chouinard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I integrate evidence-based treatments with a holistic perspective. This means I not only address the symptoms of mental illness but also consider the whole person.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mahamudun Nabi

Mahamudun Nabi

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to psychiatric care is patient-centered, collaborative, and grounded in both evidence-based medicine and a deep understanding of each individual's unique life experience.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Takeisha Judkins

Takeisha Judkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to empower clients with the tools, support, and confidence to navigate challenges and achieve lasting mental well-being.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Pelosi

Lori Pelosi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Milford, CT


“My approach combines professional medication management with a realistic, caring perspective that respects the 'whole person.'”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Natalia Brakoniecki

Natalia Brakoniecki

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


I am passionate about helping clients cultivate greater balance, vitality, and overall well-being in their lives. I have experience working with individuals facing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, disordered eating, substance use disorders, and insomnia. I earned my degree from Hunter College in New York City, where I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based, client-centered care.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alison Luckey-Percy

Alison Luckey-Percy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • West Hartford, CT


“As a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am passionate about supporting whole-person health—mind, body, and spirit.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latonya King

Latonya King

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I can be tough and challenging, but I'm also warm, compassionate, and supportive. I understand that everyone is at different levels in their mental health journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rebekah Feliciano

Rebekah Feliciano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“We cannot control the challenges that we face, but we can control how we process our pain and tap into our own resilience.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists serving Westport, CT
There are over 544 therapists in Westport, CT accepting new patients.
544+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%OCD
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 89%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 44%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 23%Man
License types
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  • 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 30%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 26%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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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 Westport

Finding OCD therapists in Westport starts with looking for the right training, not just the right location. Some therapists have training in approaches commonly used in OCD care, and not every therapist has experience with them. If you’re seeking support for obsessions, compulsions, intrusive thoughts, avoidance, or anxiety that connects to OCD, review therapist bios for condition-specific experience and consider asking a qualified clinician about appropriate care.

Westport has a smaller local therapy market, so virtual appointments can help widen your options while still keeping care accessible from Connecticut. As you compare Westport therapists, look at whether they are accepting new patients, offer appointment times that fit your schedule, and provide a free phone consultation. A therapist who lists OCD as an area of focus may have different experience than one who names ERP directly, so use the bio to understand their approach before booking.

Therapy in Westport can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before your first appointment. Headway helps you find therapists who match your needs, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and are ready to take new patients, so you can review bios, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.