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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Gaithersburg, MD


Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Gaithersburg, MD
Managing OCD symptoms like checking behaviors, contamination fears, and rituals requires specialized care. Gaithersburg residents can access Headway's network of 1,032 providers offering CBT, EMDR, and acceptance-based therapies, with many appointments available within two weeks and free initial consultations.
My name is Nene Barry. I am a Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certified by both ANCC and AANP, having completed my program at Wilkes University in August 2025. I also hold an MSN as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the Catholic University of America, where I graduated in May 2017. I am an experienced clinician with a strong background in primary care, behavioral health, holistic assessment, patient-centered treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in New York with over fifteen years of experience working as a therapist and a coach. I support clients navigating depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, OCD, parenting problems, career challenges, and life transitions.
I've worked with adolescents, couples, and families and I value creating a space where clients feel safe, understood and supported. I'm direct, yet compassionate, and I am not afraid to help you explore the "elephant in the room" so we can get to the root of what's keeping you stuck.
I’m committed to providing a respectful, compassionate, supportive, caring, and evidence-based mental health services in a safe space and supportive environment. I strive to listen without judgement because I understand each client’s unique circumstances, and work collaboratively to maintain and develop individualized treatment plans that promotes recovery, personal growth, and emotional wellbeing.
My name is Derrick C. Gibson — Licensed Professional Counselor, Elder at Brookside Ministry Church of God in Christ International, and someone who has spent his career showing up for people that many systems had already written off. I hold dual Master's degrees in Guidance and Counseling and Education from the University of Wisconsin-Stout, and my work has taken me deep into Kanawha County, West Virginia — into the schools, into the judicial system, and into the lives of families navigating some of the hardest circumstances imaginable. I've worked with domestic abuse survivors, sexual abuse survivors, at-risk youth, and individuals managing anger — not from a distance, but up close, with real investment in real outcomes. I also serve as a Christian Counselor, which means faith is not a footnote in my practice — it's woven into the foundation. If you're looking for a counselor who brings both clinical training and a grounded spiritual perspective, you've found one.
Hi there! I am Dr. Godwin Oshegbo. I'm glad you stopped by our website and this forum to learn about me and our services.
I am a licensed clinical professional in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. In addition, I am a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC) in Maryland, and a national certified counselor (NCC). I have over 20 years of professional and clinical work experience. I have extensive experience working in different clinical settings over the years. I have experience in helping individuals with substance use issues and disorders, anxiety, family conflicts, bipolar disorder, & depression, including issues of faith and spirituality in wellness.
Reaching out for help can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. I support children, teens, and adults managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and stress. My aim is to create a safe, supportive environment where you can be authentic. Together, we'll craft a personalized treatment plan to help you feel healthier, more confident, and in greater control of your life.
Pedir ayuda puede resultar difícil, pero no tienes por qué hacerlo solo/a. Apoyo a niños, adolescentes y adultos que enfrentan ansiedad, depresión, ADHD, otros asuntos. Hablamos español y estamos para servirles.
Humans heal through relationships. Our wounds form in connection, and it's in connection that they're repaired. This is especially true for couples: the patterns that cause pain are often the same patterns that, with the right support, can become a source of deep healing and renewed closeness. Working together means creating a safe space to slow down, understand each other's underlying needs, feeling and sensitivities, and rebuild trust and connection from the ground up.
This process can be challenging and may surprise you, but it often leads to real growth, deeper intimacy, and lasting change that is ultimately liberating.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, negative thoughts, unhealthy relationships or the inability to say NO! Are you tired of feeling like nothing will change or your stuck in life because you don't know what to do to make it better? I focus on adults using CBT, REBT, Person Centered and Motivational interviewing to assist clients in learning more about themselves and their perspective on life. I have experience working with many different mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, stress, marital/relationship issues and career struggles to name a few.
Hi, I’m Joi Dyson, LCSW-C — a therapist, life coach, and intuitive healer with 20 years of experience helping women break free from patterns that no longer serve them.
I specialize in working with women in their who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — even when everything looks fine on the outside. Many of my clients are professionals, caregivers, or creatives navigating issues like perfectionism, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, or chronic relationship struggles. You may have accomplished a lot — yet still carry a quiet, persistent feeling of “not enough.”
I provide structured, evidence-based psychiatric care for adolescents and adults with anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, and complex mental health conditions. I specialize in treating individuals who have had limited response to prior treatment and require a more personalized, clinically guided approach. I also have extensive experience supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in both community and residential settings.
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.
Maryland LCSW-C & West Virginia LICSW -
For the past 23 years I have built a diverse background in therapy, case management, child welfare, education, & behavioral health. I've had the honor of helping individuals, families, couples, parents, professionals, first responders, military personnel, students, and children navigate a wide range of challenges, including stress management, parenting, ADHD, behavioral issues, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, OCD, anger management, self-esteem, addictions, & various mental health conditions.
ROLES
Throughout my career, I have served as a Therapist/Psychotherapist, Educator, Care Counselor, Children’s Behavioral Health Consultant, Family Services Social Worker, Behavioral Health Case Manager, Transition Specialist, and Blood Services Director. My experience also includes consultation services, court testimony, adoption/foster care, crisis intervention, supporting survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, working with youth in juvenile sex offender treatment programs, employee assistance programs and Abuse Intervention Programs.
INFORMATION
Availability: My availability is Monday-Thursday until 10:00pm. Sessions are also offered as early as 6:00am, by request.
Please note: I am unable to provide active crisis services via telehealth therapy.
Please note: My availability for couples/family therapy is currently full. I am accepting new individual clients at this time. I appreciate your understanding and hope to offer additional availability in the future.
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.
About our therapists who can help with OCD located within 20 miles of Gaithersburg, MD



- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 100%OCD
- 95%Stress management
- 90%ADD/ADHD

- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 71%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 67%Ascension

- 100%English
- 10%Yoruba
- 5%Japanese
- 5%Russian
- 5%Spanish

- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only

- 90%Woman
- 10%Man

- 71%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 14%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 14%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical

- 100%Individual therapy
- 48%Family therapy
- 33%Child or adolescent therapy
- 24%Couples therapy
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