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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Lexington, KY


Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Lexington, KY
OCD treatment in Lexington focuses on addressing contamination fears, checking behaviors, and ritualistic patterns through proven therapeutic methods. Access virtual or in-person sessions with experienced providers on Headway, with many offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.
Here's what I want you to know up front: I'm not going to make you feel like a case file. My background is in crisis intervention, case management, and advocacy — which means I've sat with people at their most unraveling moments, and I've learned that the most important thing isn't having a perfect therapeutic technique. It's making someone feel genuinely seen before asking them to do anything hard.
I specialize in trauma and substance use, and I work with individuals and families across all of Kentucky via telehealth. I'm also one of the very few therapists in the state who is fluent in American Sign Language — so if you or someone in your family communicates in ASL, you don't have to compromise on the quality of care you receive.
I'm openly LGBTQIA+-affirming, and I mean that in practice, not just on a checklist. I've worked with people across the gender and sexuality spectrum and genuinely enjoy holding that space.
Hi, I’m Caitlin. I live in the beautiful Appalachian mountains of eastern Kentucky with my family.
I have enjoyed being an independently licensed clinical social worker for several years and am honored you are checking out my profile!
It is always so impressive to me when people have the courage to reach out for help. Life can be overwhelming, confusing, or heavier than it should and you’re not alone. You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, or identity-related challenges, and finding it hard to make sense of what you’re feeling or how to move forward. Many of the people I work with are used to pushing through and handling things on their own, but eventually feel emotionally drained, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, identity exploration, relationship stress, life transitions, grief and loss, ADHD, OCD, and women’s issues. Together, we’ll create space to slow things down, better understand your experiences, and begin building a clearer, more grounded path forward that feels aligned with who you are and what you need.
⭐ I’m Shelly Lewin, LCSW/LICSW, a therapist with 31 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, identity issues, and major life transitions. I provide virtual therapy across Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, New Mexico, and West Virginia, offering accessible, evidence‐based care to clients seeking meaningful and lasting change. I have 30+ years of experience in private practice and leadership roles at organizations including:
- The Joint Commission
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- Kaiser Permanente
- Common Spirit
- Mount Sinai Health System
This background allows me to offer deep clinical expertise paired with practical, real‐world understanding of how people heal and grow. My approach is warm, collaborative, open‐minded, and affirming. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change, I’m here to walk beside you with steady support and clinically grounded guidance. I specialize in therapy for adults experiencing:
- Anxiety & panic disorders
- Depression & mood disorders
- PTSD and trauma recovery
- Substance use and addiction
- LGBTQIA+ affirmative care
- Men’s issues & identity exploration
- Life and career transitions
- Chronic illness & long-term stress
Additional areas of expertise include: Bipolar disorder, OCD, grief & loss, workplace stress, anger management, cultural/ethnic identity issues, expat adjustment, relationship issues, family challenges, and end-of-life concerns
My ideal client is someone who is open to the life-changing, transformative solutions that modern psychiatry and mental health can offer. My practice is virtual by design, meeting clients on their terms, during non-traditional hours when they have time to focus on themselves and their needs.
I provide individual, couples and family psychotherapy. As a therapist and a working mother, I understand firsthand that life can be complicated and that caring for yourself while caring for others is not always easy. I believe that seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. My role is to walk alongside you, providing a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore what you have experienced, better understand yourself, and begin creating meaningful and lasting change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who graduated from Rutgers University with a Masters in Social Work. Throughout my 12+ year career I have worked with a variety of people and have really found my skill set to be working with people dealing with OCD, depression, and anxiety. I like to incorporate elements of CBT, DBT, and mindfulness into my work.
Hi there, I’m Tina Coomer, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I work with college-age clients and adults across a wide range of mental health needs, like Anxiety, Depression, and with a special focus on Bipolar I and Bipolar II. I want every person I work with to feel understood, respected, and cared for without judgment.
Holli is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Supervisor (LPCC-S) in Kentucky and graduated with her Master of Education from Lindsey Wilson College. She is currently working on her Doctorate at EKU. She has a comprehensive background working with all age groups and a wide range of diagnoses. She is currently seeing couples and individual adults struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar, trauma, PTSD, relationship concerns, grief, substance use, and anger management. Accepting clients at Wildflower Roots Counseling LLC.
She uses a holistic approach that is person-centered and involves trauma-informed care, including CBT, ACT, Reality Therapy, Mindfulness-based, Faith-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Multicultural, Strength-Based, and Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT).
I am a trauma informed therapist, here to help you. I work with teens and adults who are dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, shame, guilt, self-doubt, substance use, and painful relationship patterns. Many of the people I support feel stuck in survival mode. They may be having nightmares, flashbacks, anger outbursts, self-harm, low self-worth, codependent patterns, or the constant feeling that they are doing everything wrong. Some are trying to heal after domestic violence, sexual abuse, addiction, or other painful experiences that changed how safe life feels. My goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and more able to imagine what comes next.
About our therapists who can help with OCD in Lexington, KY



- 100%Anxiety
- 100%OCD
- 100%Depression
- 93%PTSD
- 88%Stress management

- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 95%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 53%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 100%English
- 1%American Sign Language
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Igbo
- 1%Spanish

- 86%Online only
- 14%In-person or online

- 77%Woman
- 23%Man

- 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 26%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 2%Licensed Psychologist

- 98%Individual therapy
- 38%Family therapy
- 27%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
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Factors to Consider When Choosing an OCD Therapist in Lexington
Finding OCD therapists in Lexington starts with looking for the right training, not just a matching specialty label. OCD care often focuses on obsessions, compulsions, intrusive thoughts, checking behaviors, contamination concerns, and reassurance-seeking patterns. Exposure and response prevention, often called ERP, is one therapy approach some clinicians use to support people living with OCD, and therapists vary in their training with it. As you compare options, look for ERP treatment near me, OCD experience, or exposure and response prevention in therapist bios so you can identify someone whose listed approach matches your needs.
In a mid-sized city like Lexington, your options may include therapists with local offices, virtual appointments, or both. Virtual care can expand your search beyond the closest office while still helping you stay connected to care that fits your schedule. When reviewing therapists, look beyond whether they mention OCD. A therapist who lists OCD as a focus area may have different training than one who clearly describes ERP, cognitive behavioral therapy, or structured OCD therapy. Therapist bios can also show how sessions are structured, whether a free phone consultation is offered, and whether the therapist is accepting new patients.
Therapy in Lexington can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, see insurance information for your specific plan, and view real appointment availability. You can compare bios, see estimated costs after entering your insurance details, and book directly when you’re ready.
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