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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Columbia, MD

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, MD

OCD can feel overwhelming with checking behaviors, contamination fears, and rituals disrupting daily life. Headway's Columbia-based network offers specialized providers experienced in cognitive therapy and exposure techniques designed specifically for OCD. Many patients save 75% on sessions through insurance, making expert care accessible while you focus on your recovery.

Maura Livingstone

Maura Livingstone

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach always begins with building an open, safe, and supportive environment that allows you to engage fully and authentically with therapy.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Monique Gardner

Monique Gardner

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a warm, trauma-informed, and person-centered approach to therapy, working collaboratively to create a safe and affirming space for each client.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gennaro Marenga

Gennaro Marenga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Jerry is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in Maryland and a U.S. Navy veteran. He earned his masters in nursing at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a residency focused on mood disorders and the bipolar spectrum. Jerry had extensive experience with adults, geriatrics, and adolescents in inpatient and crisis settings. With over 10 years in health care, he is dedicated working collaboratively with patients to support their mental health goals.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Robyn Manning

Robyn Manning

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Timonium, MD


“I emphasize empathy, open-mindedness, and expertise, creating a safe and therapeutic environment where your mental health needs are addressed with careful precision and genuine concern.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Hansitta Onyemezikeya

Hansitta Onyemezikeya

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My specialty is thanatology, which is simply the study of death, dying, and bereavement, so I have a deep understanding of loss in all its forms.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Daniel McCarthy

Dr. Daniel McCarthy

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“Only when a client feels that they are fully heard, understood, accepted and valued without judgment, does change occur.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sharon Marren

Sharon Marren

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel genuinely seen and understood.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Karly Trotter

Karly Trotter

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Howdy! My name is Karly Trotter, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. My practice helps pre- and postpartum parents, persons with OCD and anxiety, and neurodivergent folks handle feelings of stress, executive dysfunction, intrusive thinking, and self-doubt.

Personally and professionally, I've seen how therapy can deeply change experiences of suffering. I warmly encourage you to give therapy a chance, join my women's group, or take advantage of my free yoga or meditation classes if you have financial constraints.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristy Notarangelo

Kristy Notarangelo

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My work is grounded in compassion, cultural humility, and a genuine belief in every person's ability to heal and grow.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abigail Frimpong

Abigail Frimpong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I understand that every client's experience, their perception, and their needs are different. This is why I work hard to give my clients that safe, non-judgmental space and personalized treatment plans to help them experience the deep healing they...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mark Murphy

Mark Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years. I work with adults and older teenagers on a variety of issues.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Andi Liti

Dr. Andi Liti

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“I truly believe that the right therapeutic relationship can open up a world of new opportunities for you and your life!”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Vamsi Tummalachetty

Dr. Vamsi Tummalachetty

Psychologist

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“I tailor my approach with precision — matching the evidence base to your specific diagnosis, goals, and circumstances rather than applying a single framework to every client.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patrina Anderson

Patrina Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have a passion for supporting youth, families, and adults with thriving in life and accomplishing their goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ileana Angeles

Ileana Angeles

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My job as a therapist is to support your healing and renewal when you have been stunned, wounded, or overwhelmed.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mmachukwu Emuka

Mmachukwu Emuka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My mental health practice is centered around the core value of compassion, which fuels my dedication to establishing meaningful connections with each individual I have the privilege to serve.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Favour Ofoegbu

Favour Ofoegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I take pleasure in assisting my patients to uphold a sense of normalcy as they navigate their mental well-being.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mercy Nwankama

Mercy Nwankama

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I provide personalized assessments, therapy, and medication management designed for you and your loved ones. Whether you’re facing depression, substance use, or personality challenges, I work with you to create a plan that helps you feel stable, supported, and able to live at your best.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Erica Wait

Erica Wait

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is very collaborative and down-to-earth. I don't believe in rushed visits or one-size-fits-all treatment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cynthia Paulter

Cynthia Paulter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


You deserve care that treats you as a whole person, not a diagnosis. I'm Cynthia, a psychiatric nurse practitioner who works with people of all ages and backgrounds to find calm, clarity, and a plan that fits their life. My approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and judgment-free. If you're ready for steady, honest support, I'd love to help.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexander Abramowicz

Dr. Alexander Abramowicz

Psychologist

Virtual • Frederick, MD


“I strive to provide an affirming, warm, and positive space for individuals to learn more about who you are as a person.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Rita Chioma

Dr. Rita Chioma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Dr. Chioma is open-minded, listens attentively to her patients, and takes pleasure in the well-being of patient outcomes.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Foluke Ajuwon

Dr. Foluke Ajuwon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My experience working with patients of all age groups is holistic, with empathy and a commitment to providing high-quality care...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Peris Kipyab

Peris Kipyab

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I will guide you and support you through the therapy process so you can lower your anxiety, worry, manage those symptoms that entrap you, so you can be authentically yourself and experience the joy of living a full life.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jared Neslen

Jared Neslen

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am an aspiring musician who loves movies, music, and love fantasy books. I became a counselor to help myself and others better understand feeelings and to be more present and get more out of life. I believe therapy is most effective when it is connective and personal.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Janet Mensah

Dr. Janet Mensah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and collaborating with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that support long-term mental wellness and improved quality of life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Linda Nkongchu

Dr. Linda Nkongchu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hagerstown, MD


“She partners with each patient using a caring and compassionate approach to create actionable treatment plans, and help clients attain their best possible mental health and wellness goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Babatunde Akinyemi

Dr. Babatunde Akinyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenbelt, MD


I believe real healing starts with understanding you, not just your diagnosis. As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I offer holistic, integrative, evidence-based psychiatric care for clients of all ages. I use specialty testing and genetics to identify the root cause of illness before building a personalized treatment plan. I treat anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, substance use, and provide Suboxone care with the same careful, judgment-free attention I would want for my own family. I am currently accepting new patients of all ages.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Fox

Christina Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hey! I'm Christina, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 7 years experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy on an outpatient basis. I am thoroughly trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), two off-shoots of CBT that incorporate acceptance and mindfulness. I currently serve as the chapter president for Mid-Atlantic Chapter of The Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences, and I am a contributing author to an upcoming manual on a developing integrative therapy, Contextually-focused DBT. Basically, I'm a therapy nerd. I love and believe in my practice, and am always on the hunt to learn more and be the best therapist I can be.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Veronica Kwegyir-Afful

Dr. Veronica Kwegyir-Afful

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, MD


“My approach to providing care integrates collaboration, empowerment, and medication management. I prioritize building trusting relationships, tailoring interventions to individual needs, and drawing from evidence-based practices.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zekarias Abessa

Zekarias Abessa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am an active listener, respect clients' thoughts acknowledge their concerns, and work with clients to tailor treatment plans to address their needs.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Poonam McKnight

Poonam McKnight

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients often appreciate that I bring warmth, humor, creativity, and genuine curiosity into the therapy room.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nikis Ellis

Nikis Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My job is to listen, be empathetic, non-judgmental, and provide clients with the best care possible.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Solomon Plonka

Dr. Solomon Plonka

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi there! I am a licensed psychologist and completed a doctorate degree in clinical psychology from Adelphi University. I use evidence-based approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy when working with clients. I specialize in the treatment of individuals with OCD, anxiety disorders, and substance use difficulties, as well as families of individuals who struggle in these ways.

OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Pritchett

Jennifer Pritchett

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based practices to help you thrive—not just survive.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Oluwatoyin Ottun

Dr. Oluwatoyin Ottun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Initial evaluation with me will includes a comprehensive assessment of your present symptoms, medical history, family history and a treatment plan that is suitable for you.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Creative, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Olufunmilayo Sogbesan

Olufunmilayo Sogbesan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to culturally competent and empathetic care ensures that every clients are heard and respected.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Baughman

Karen Baughman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hagerstown, MD


“Karen values a client-centered approach, listening to patients to provide individualized, empathetic care without bias.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Vanessa Patton-Scott

Dr. Vanessa Patton-Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change. My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to work through life's challenges. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients explore the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while building on the strengths they already possess. For those open to it, I also offer faith-based support, honoring the role that Christian values and spirituality can play in healing.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iesha Rosenboro

Iesha Rosenboro

Therapist

Virtual • Saint Charles, MD


“I am an African American woman dedicated to empowering women and families from all walks of life who have experienced trauma.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with OCD located within 20 miles of Columbia, MD

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Columbia, MD
There are over 39 therapists in Columbia, MD accepting new patients.
39+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 100%OCD
  • 95%PTSD
  • 87%ADD/ADHD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 82%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 56%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 8%Yoruba
  • 5%French
  • 5%Igbo
  • 3%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 23%Man
License types
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  • 64%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 3%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 23%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 18%Couples therapy

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