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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.

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 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Neilabh Avasthi

Neilabh Avasthi

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“After a session with me, you can expect to learn something new about how to cope with your unique circumstances.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Ivy Attobra

Dr. Ivy Attobra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Maryland


“I use an individualized, culturally sensitive, holistic, and evidence-based approach to help each patient achieve improved mental health and a more balanced life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tonisha Melvin

Dr. Tonisha Melvin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenbelt, MD


“My goal is to support you in prioritizing daily self-care and to work collaboratively with you to help you achieve your mental health goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rosemary Okpulor

Rosemary Okpulor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings and mental health challenges.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Takoma Park, MD


“I don't see you as a diagnosis or a checklist of symptoms. I see a whole person — with a unique story, real strengths, and an incredible capacity to heal and grow.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yehoshua Herzfeld

Yehoshua Herzfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I aim to bring a warm, empathetic, and client-centered approach to therapy, grounded in the belief that every individual deserves to be met with respect, compassion, and unconditional positive regard.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abdulhafiz Ahmed

Abdulhafiz Ahmed

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Maryland


I'm a board-certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in both general psychiatry and addiction medicine. My background spans a wide range of mental health conditions — from anxiety and depression to bipolar disorder and substance use — and I bring a deeply holistic perspective to every patient I work with. I offer telehealth care with flexible scheduling, including early morning appointments starting at 7:30am for those who need care before their workday begins.

OCD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Panic disorders
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sokhna Diop

Sokhna Diop

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I understand each client is unique. Therefore, I ensure clients have the tools they need to be their best.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Maria Jose Rendon

Dr. Maria Jose Rendon

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


Saludos! If you find yourself experiencing social anxiety, challenges with motivation, or perfectionism, I would love to connect with you.

I work with high achieving students, early and mid-career professionals, and people in the healing professions who are hoping to break free from their harsh inner critic. I am passionate about helping people reconnect with their values, build motivation, and liberate themselves from behaviors that hinder their ability to reach their goals.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sarah Ncookwa

Dr. Sarah Ncookwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience in both hospital and outpatient care. I work with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use and more. I’m warm, easy to talk to, and I take time to really listen so you feel heard and supported. My approach is simple—we meet you where you are and work together on a plan that fits your life. I’m committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and look forward to partnering with you on your mental health journey.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Melvis Ngalla-Oluka

Dr. Melvis Ngalla-Oluka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Melvis specializes in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, insomnia, ADHD, PTSD, and schizophrenia.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lindsay Bitto

Lindsay Bitto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m Lindsay Bitto, a Doctorate-prepared Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in patient care. I am double board-certified in Family Practice and Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, which allows me to take a holistic, patient-centered approach to healthcare.

With 10 years of specialized experience in adult gastroenterology, I have developed a deep interest in the complex relationship between the brain and gut interaction, particularly how these disorders impact overall health. By blending my expertise in psychiatry and gastroenterology, I can provide integrated care for individuals with complex gastrointestinal and psychiatric conditions. I believe that effective care goes beyond treating symptoms; it’s about understanding the whole person and addressing the root causes of illness.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Treonte Small

Treonte Small

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide thorough evaluations and thoughtful medication management in a supportive, judgement-free environment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Maureen Ndzi

Dr. Maureen Ndzi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I find deep fulfillment in helping individuals rekindle hope, reclaim control of their lives, and rediscover purpose as they navigate life's transitions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Arisa Chan

Arisa Chan

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I focus on creating safer, trauma-informed spaces for individuals to explore themselves more authentically and to bring awareness of how they can be more empowered in their relationships and larger communities.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michele Wilbur

Michele Wilbur

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I received my Master’s of Art in School Counseling from Loyola University in May 2000 and I am currently a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland .

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Glenn Gorleski

Dr. Glenn Gorleski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Havre de Grace, MD


“My approach is direct, open-minded, and yes, occasionally humorous. I'll be honest with you about what I'm seeing...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Cherry Delahay

Cherry Delahay

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Maryland with a background in both medication management and therapy — and I believe the best care happens when we tailor it to you. I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, and depression, and I work with patients who want a provider who actually listens before deciding anything. Many of the people I see found me through their community — they wanted someone they could trust, who'd take the time to get to know them. My approach is warm and direct: I'll tell you exactly what I'm thinking and make sure every session reflects where you are right now.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aviva Stavsky-Benor

Aviva Stavsky-Benor

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


Whether working with adolescents, adults, or couples, as a licensed clinical psychologist, I aim to provide a warm, non-judgmental environment in which my patients can examine the challenges that have emerged in their lives and explore barriers to meaningful change. I utilize an integrative approach that combines insight-oriented and goal-directed interventions informed by Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Attachment, Relational and Psychodynamic modalities. My couples work draws from Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy models.

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Eunice Virgen

Eunice Virgen

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello! I’m Eunice Virgen, a licensed clinical social worker based in Los Angeles, CA. For the last nine years, I’ve worked in public mental health programs with individuals who are living with chronic mental illnesses. For the last three years, I have been in private practice where I specialize helping women of color process life stressors, mental health problems, and generational traumas, so they can be more intentional in creating the life they desire.

OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Henry Willis

Henry Willis

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in treating clients with warmth, empathy, and respect, and together we will engage in work to help you reach your best self.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Olorunkemi Feyisola

Olorunkemi Feyisola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Kemi utilizes a comprehensive and trauma-informed care approach with a focus on talk therapy and medication management.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jami Hicks-Townes

Jami Hicks-Townes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable while also feeling secure.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Stacy Hurley

Stacy Hurley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I bring over 25 years of experience working with children, families, and individuals navigating real-life challenges—things like relationship stress, trauma, parenting struggles, and major life transitions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Fernando Sosa Santos

Fernando Sosa Santos

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Happiness and joy aren't fairytales. Let's figure out how you can experience them.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Wolfish

Jeffrey Wolfish

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am focused on listening for solutions and not "just problems." I am engaging and have a natural ability to connect with people very quickly.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Benjamin Frey

Benjamin Frey

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My default approach is a mix of psychodynamic and cognitive interventions, with an overarching focus on the importance of narrative meaning-making in the emotional lives of clients.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tamielle Taylor

Tamielle Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“She cultivates a supportive environment in which individuals may acknowledge, process, and problem solve their concerns in constructive ways.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Ventour

Nicole Ventour

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My passion is helping others overcome trauma by healing their wounded child parts due to my own healing journey.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tericka Miller

Tericka Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, MD


“My mission is to restore hope, promote healing, and help people thrive through compassionate, accessible, and evidence-based psychiatric care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Evan Klein

Evan Klein

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in supporting older teens (16+) and young adults (18-35) navigating the transition to adulthood.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kalliroi Matsakis

Kalliroi Matsakis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I believe there is no one "right" way for therapy and healing, so I offer multiple pathways—talking, movement, art-making, and body-based practices, like EMDR and somatic therapies. Working together we will find what works for you.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Morgan Russo

Morgan Russo

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I like to customize treatment depending on what works for my clients... EFT, IFS, CBT, Gottman, SFT, and common sense.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jasmine Jackson

Jasmine Jackson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I appreciate the unique circumstances of every patient and work with the patient (and support network) to establish a care plan that is not only beneficial, but also accessible and sustainable for their mental health and wellbeing.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Traequanda Brock

Traequanda Brock

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Traequanda is trained in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, has advanced training in infertility, and is also a birth and postpartum doula.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Ellis

Denise Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I support children, teens, and adults break free from anxiety, heal from trauma, manage ADHD, and overcome depression in a warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative way.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Wise

Jessica Wise

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in a very personable and relaxed approach to therapy. I work to build rapport with my clients and meet them where they are...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 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 42 therapists in Columbia, MD accepting new patients.
42+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%OCD
  • 98%Depression
  • 93%PTSD
  • 83%ADD/ADHD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 76%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 60%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 7%French
  • 7%Yoruba
  • 5%Igbo
  • 2%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 64%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 14%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 2%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 26%Family therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 12%Couples therapy

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