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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.

Jennifer Heaton

Jennifer Heaton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Kensington, MD


“I am passionate about empowering clients of all ages through a strength based approach as we work together to develop self understanding and gain the tools necessary to move towards the life fullfillment you are seeking.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christine Briggs

Christine Briggs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“I am a Holistic Mental Health Therapist and I like to treat all dimensions of my clients in order to achieve true sustainable balance, growth, and healing.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
John Michalczyk

John Michalczyk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“It is my goal as a therapist to provide a safe and supportive environment for others so they may achieve personal well-being and productive relationships on the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual levels.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Stephenson

Melissa Stephenson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Largo, MD


“I identify myself to be a "change agent," mental health practitioner, mental health therapist, etc. meets consumer's where they are, implements an individualized multimodal treatment approach...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stella Okeke

Stella Okeke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Rockville, MD


“My style is warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental, creating a safe space where clients feel heard and understood.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Henrietta Sagoe

Henrietta Sagoe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Germantown, MD


“Patients will be provided a safe and supportive space where their thoughts, feelings, and experiences are genuinely heard and understood.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
James Perritt

James Perritt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Severna Park, MD


“I worked as a Registered Nurse at a hospital for about 12 years on a unit that specializes in Mood Disorders, like depression and bipolar disorder, and Eating Disorders.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tamela Harrison

Tamela Harrison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Germantown, MD


“My work is practical and collaborative, and I tailor treatment to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jemima Kodua

Jemima Kodua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Germantown, MD


“Everyone deserves an individualized approach to care. Once we decide to work together, we'll act as partners in your therapeutic journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara Riker

Sara Riker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Cockeysville, MD


“I provide a warm and supportive environment to help you explore ways to improve your daily life with a trauma-informed approach.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Harper Johnston

Dr. Harper Johnston

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Hunt Valley, MD


“My goal as your therapist is to minimize the disabling aspects of symptoms so your strengths can flourish.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Yvonne Wambaa

Yvonne Wambaa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Hunt Valley, MD


“My goal is to create a safe, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to achieve lasting wellness.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Leary

Kevin Leary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Arnold, MD


“I have experience treating a wide range of complex clinical concerns including mood, anxiety, psychotic, trauma related, and personality disorders.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nwanneka Ndeche

Nwanneka Ndeche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Timonium, MD


“I believe every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their mental health journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sally Mays

Sally Mays

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Annapolis, MD


“As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I help clients make connections between their beliefs, emotions and reactions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Uche Fabiku

Uche Fabiku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Temple Hills, MD


“I focus on building trust with my clients, actively listening to their concerns, and involving them in treatment decisions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Njideka Emenyi

Njideka Emenyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Westminster, MD


“I am passionate about fighting the stigma of mental health and assisting others as they access their potential for growth and change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Hughes

Elizabeth Hughes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Towson, MD


“I am direct, I engage, challenge, interact, request that you expound on your answers, use metaphors, avoid jargon, look for and point to connections and patterns to help you understand yourself better.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Siphra Mukoro

Siphra Mukoro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Frederick, MD


“I provide compassionate, competent psychiatric mental health care and am committed to creating a supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ruth Mena Akyatan

Ruth Mena Akyatan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Maryland


“Each individual has a unique past, present, and future that will and have shaped them into who they are.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Akinyemi

Elizabeth Akinyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Abingdon, MD


Hi there, I’m Elizabeth, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than five years of experience supporting adults 18 and older. I went into psychiatry because I saw how deeply mental health and overall health are connected, and I knew I wanted to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. I’m honored to walk alongside my clients as they move toward healing, growth, and greater wellness.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nashae Handy

Nashae Handy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bel Air, MD


“My treatment approach is rooted in gold standard, evidence-based practices that focus on patient centered care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Betsy Ruth

Betsy Ruth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Severna Park, MD


“She proficiently treats disorders of mood, anxiety, post-traumatic stress/other trauma, personality, grief/loss, and psychosis/psychotic disorders.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Catheline Odia

Catheline Odia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Frederick, MD


“I take a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental approach so you can feel comfortable sharing what's on your mind.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Seraphine Agbor

Seraphine Agbor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Hagerstown, MD


Dr. Seraphine Agbor is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner CRNP-PMH, graduated with a Doctorate from Chatham University. Dr. Agbor has over seven years of experience working with patients dealing with addiction and mental illnesses. She works with patients dealing with depression, anxiety disorders, substance use disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, and many others. She utilizes a mix of medications and psychotherapy, and works with devoted staff to offer alternative treatments that may be beneficial to patients. Dr. Agbor follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition. She also ensures the quality of care, and open communication lines between all members of the healthcare team. Dr. Agbor has strong clinical skills, enhanced by her natural ability to build rapport with patients and families.

Dr. Seraphine Agbor previously worked for:

  • Montgomery County Correctional Facility in Boyds, Maryland, (Jail)
  • NIH (National Institute of Health) Bethesda, with Dr. Anthony Fauci
  • PIW (Psychiatric Institute of Washington DC)
  • Adventist Behavioral Health and Wellness, Rockville, MD
  • Medstar Washington Hospital Center, DC (Psychiatric Department)
  • Medstar Montgomery Hospital, Olney (Psychiatric Department
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lindsay Abbott

Lindsay Abbott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that mental wellness shouldn't be complicated or prohibitively expensive. My philosophy prioritizes "clean" regimens; I am cautious with polypharmacy, as I believe the most effective treatment is often the most manageable one.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mariel Akinboye

Mariel Akinboye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I am a doctorally prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and centered around patients' needs, goals, and lived experiences.

I provide care through a combination of comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy.

I am very dedicated, committed and passionate about mental health care. My goal is to renew minds, restore balance, helping my patients achieve achieve optimal health and well being. I love what I do and I care a lot about about my patients.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Levin

Joseph Levin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and dialetical behavioral therapy to help clients meet their goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Moronke Aboyewa

Moronke Aboyewa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I create a warm, empathetic space where you feel safe to explore, question, and process life circumstances without judgment.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Courtney Banks

Courtney Banks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“She believes that every patient deserves to feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Mary Obiyo

Dr. Mary Obiyo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Upper Marlboro, MD


“My dual background in family practice and psychiatric mental health allows me to take a whole-person approach to care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Joanne Vizzini

Dr. Joanne Vizzini

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


You are not your symptoms! I obtained my doctorate to practice and research five additional years of evidence -based ways of healing. I ave been weel-trained in CBT & Creative Arts, Adlerian - early relationships, & Gestalt therapy, EMDR, and EFT. I help my clients practice the freedom from negative thoughts/feelings. using Positive Psychology.

I see ages 5 - 95. The focus of treatment is YOU. I work with trauma, co-dependency, anxiety (OCD, PTSD, C-PTSD), Recovering from SUD (familiy primary), Separation/Divorce, Spiritual Issues, LD/ADD & depression.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Ngozi Osuagwu

Dr. Ngozi Osuagwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that every patient deserves to feel heard, respected, and empowered in their healthcare journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Henrietta Mosoke

Henrietta Mosoke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I strive to create a safe, inclusive space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to take an active role in their wellness journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Amarachi Chigbu

Dr. Amarachi Chigbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in meeting individuals where they are, focusing on their current needs while fostering motivation and resilience.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Linzmeier

Jessica Linzmeier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


My background as a midwife for 22 years has prepared me to support you in your psychiatric journey. Although I specialize in maternal mental health, I enjoy general psychiatry for all genders age 14 and up. My philosophy is to provide integrative holistic psychiatric care that includes lifestyle changes, nutrition and medication. I attended graduate school at Yale School of Nursing and Frontier Nursing University. I am also certified by Postpartum Support International and am a lactation consultant. I am working towards my integrative psychiatry certification through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ochuko Okotie

Ochuko Okotie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered in your care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alta Chery-Leonard

Alta Chery-Leonard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with more than 16 years of experience in healthcare and a deep passion for providing compassionate, individualized mental health care.

I believe everyone deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported. My approach is patient-centered and collaborative, with treatment plans tailored to your unique needs, goals, and circumstances.

Through Telehealth, I provide evaluation and treatment for a wide range of mental health concerns, including ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, anger concerns, intermittent explosive disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, binge-eating disorders, body dysmorphia, PTSD, unresolved trauma, family conflicts, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. I proudly provide an LGBTQ+ affirming and inclusive space for all patients.

I also believe mental health care works best when providers work together. When appropriate, I collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, and other healthcare professionals to help create comprehensive, practical, and effective treatment plans.

My goal is simple: to meet you where you are and support you in getting to where you want to be. Your story matters, your goals matter, and you deserve care that meets you with compassion—not judgment.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eric Conway

Eric Conway

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe anyone can recover. Together we can learn to process difficult experiences, identify the root causes of unproductive behaviors, and heal the wounds that drive them.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 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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