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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Arlington, MA

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Arlington, MA

Managing intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and obsessions doesn't have to be overwhelming. Headway's Arlington providers specialize in OCD treatment using proven approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and medication management to help you regain control.

Dr. Kelly Maldonado

Dr. Kelly Maldonado

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is rooted in a Holistic care approach that is evidenced based, person centered and strengths based.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vivens Ulysse

Vivens Ulysse

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is direct and inquisitive. I ask questions because your situation is unique, and I want to understand it before we talk about a path forward.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Timothy Clynch

Timothy Clynch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to create a supportive, judgment-free space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered in their care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jossie Ose

Jossie Ose

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Milton, MA


I am a behavioral health clinician specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, trauma‐related conditions, and the emotional complexities that arise alongside chronic medical and cognitive challenges. My practice blends clinical precision with a calm, supportive presence, helping individuals feel understood, grounded, and empowered throughout their care.

Don’t just treat symptoms—but listen for the story behind them.

Integration of medical, psychiatric, and psychosocial threads into a coherent and dignified plan.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Henry Smith

Henry Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe clients are the experts of their own lives...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
George Gikera

George Gikera

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I am here to meet you where you are — and to walk alongside you as you work toward where you want to be.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Mattler

Jennifer Mattler

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe it is a privilege to help you learn the skills you need to thrive, and empower you to find freedom from your symptoms.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shannon Main

Shannon Main

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


**Currently accepting new clients in MA (virtual) and NH (virtual and in person at our Londonderry office)**

Hello and welcome!

I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience in outpatient psychiatry and community mental health. I enjoy working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other mental health conditions. I have a special interest in women's mental health, including pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a welcoming and supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to take an active role in your mental health journey.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Eacobacci

Brian Eacobacci

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Think of me as part guide, part detective, and occasionally your professional "pattern interrupter," here to help you make sense of things and move forward with intention.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carolyn Pacheco

Carolyn Pacheco

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“The experience I have had includes working with the neurodivergent population with a focus working alongside DDS clientele.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Theofanis Babasidis

Theofanis Babasidis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I aim to create a warm, curious space for exploring the unconscious, relationships, and life transitions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michela Cerasani

Michela Cerasani

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach to care begins with truly listening to my clients' needs. By fostering an environment of mutual respect and empathy, we will work together to tailor a treatment plan that honors your unique goals and personal journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joseph Millwood

Joseph Millwood

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I've spent over a decade working in crisis intervention before transitioning to private practice — which means I'm not rattled by complexity.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Annie Trainor

Annie Trainor

Therapist

Virtual • Great Barrington, MA


“Annie leads her practice from a person-centered approach, emphasizing that you are the expert of your own experience.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vita Callari

Vita Callari

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I provide a compassionate, supportive space for individuals navigating anxiety, OCD, grief and loss, life transitions, and adjustment challenges.”
OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Theresa Silva

Theresa Silva

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is grounded, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I draw from evidence-based practices while tailoring our work to your unique story, culture, and goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samuel Kitchens

Samuel Kitchens

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


You know what you want to accomplish, but getting started or staying on track can feel harder than it should. Whether you're managing ADHD, anxiety, panic attacks, or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, I'm here to help you understand what's getting in the way and build strategies that work in your everyday life. I work with adults 18+ and provide a supportive, affirming space where you can gain insight, strengthen your confidence, and make meaningful, lasting changes.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenna Obelsky

Jenna Obelsky

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I view clients as the experts of their own experiences. As a therapist, my goal is to help you reconnect with and trust your inner wisdom.”
OCD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kathleen ODonnell

Kathleen ODonnell

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is warm, direct, and practical, with an emphasis on empowering clients to take meaningful steps toward their goals.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sean Murphy

Sean Murphy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in populations, including Sexual and Gender Minorities/LGBTQIA+, emerging adults (18-29 years), creative professionals, and educators.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Rosel Lewis

Dr. Rosel Lewis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kenny Adelman

Kenny Adelman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My practice is fundamentally client-focused, empowering, and affirming. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to help you unlock the tools you need to thrive.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daylin Chaplin

Daylin Chaplin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is open-minded, holistic, and warm. I believe in understanding the whole person, not just their symptoms...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Hule

Andrea Hule

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I focus on building strong, trusting relationships while helping clients develop practical coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and gain a better understanding of their thoughts and behaviors.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amaka Fez

Amaka Fez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach combines thoughtful, evidence-based medication management with practical coping strategies that fit into your everyday life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Mercier

Deborah Mercier

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I primarily support individuals with neurodevelopmental differences, including Autism, intellectual disabilities, and ADHD.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Therese Binyame

Therese Binyame

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fitchburg, MA


“She ensures outstanding mental health care, medication management, empathy, with brief psychotherapy.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Rebecca Addai

Dr. Rebecca Addai

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I take a collaborative approach, which means we work together to understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools for everyday life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Xing Liu

Xing Liu

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I believe that everyone deserves to be heard, regardless of their background or circumstances. Whether you are struggling with excessive worry or negative thoughts, overwhelmed by schoolwork as a student, supporting a family member with autism or developmental disability, or facing challenges as a member of a marginalized group in society, it is common to feel hopeless and worthless at times. However, you do not have to give in to these feelings.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Becky Ashman

Becky Ashman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I tend to work especially well with people who have been told they are "too much," "too emotional," or simply need to "try harder."”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Steinmetz

Amy Steinmetz

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm a therapist with 27 years of experience supporting adults through substance and alcohol use, depression, anxiety, trauma, and the emotional weight that comes with them.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Caroline Knutti

Caroline Knutti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use a supportive and direct approach that encourages individuals to grow into their most authentic selves while working together to identify patterns, challenges, and areas for meaningful change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shappa Lorquet

Shappa Lorquet

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, ADHD, substance use disorders, and mental health challenges related to immigration, displacement, and exile.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Israel Egeruo

Israel Egeruo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Clients can expect a welcoming, judgment-free space where we discuss their goals, explore what brought them in, and begin outlining a plan tailored to their needs.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jill Reilly

Jill Reilly

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“You bring the story, the challenges, the insight. I'll bring the tools, curiosity, and a safe space.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Samantha Geissler

Samantha Geissler

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in little victories, because we achieve so many on an everyday basis that we may not realize or acknowledge.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shantara Bussey-Martin

Shantara Bussey-Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe healing begins when you have a safe space to be seen, heard, and supported without judgment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sarah Kaczenski

Sarah Kaczenski

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Every person has inherent worth and is deserving of goodness. It is with this in mind that I utilize trauma-informed approaches to help you to reach your goals.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Damian Amanfo

Damian Amanfo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Integrate evidence-based practice with patient-centered, trauma-informed care to develop collaborative treatment plans, resulting in improved adherence and symptom reduction for complex psychiatric cases.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD located within 20 miles of Arlington, MA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Arlington, MA
There are over 41 therapists in Arlington, MA accepting new patients.
41+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%OCD
  • 95%Depression
  • 93%ADD/ADHD
  • 88%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 95%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 90%Cigna
  • 76%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 7%Igbo
  • 7%Spanish
  • 5%Twi
  • 2%Cantonese
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 63%Woman
  • 34%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 54%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 24%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 15%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 2%Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • 2%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 15%Family therapy
  • 7%Couples therapy

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Find an expert who truly understands OCD

Headway helps you manage obsessive-compulsive disorder with expert-guided support — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an OCD Therapist in Arlington

Searching for OCD therapists in Arlington starts with finding someone trained in obsessive-compulsive disorder care, not just general anxiety support. OCD can involve intrusive thoughts, compulsions, reassurance seeking, avoidance, and related concerns like anxiety or depression. Exposure and response prevention, often called ERP, is a common evidence-based approach for OCD, and not all therapists are trained in it. As you compare options, look for therapists who list OCD, ERP, cognitive behavioral therapy, or acceptance and commitment therapy in their bios.

Arlington is a smaller local market, so the number of nearby OCD therapists may be more limited than in larger Massachusetts cities. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still helping you find a therapist licensed in Massachusetts. As you narrow your search, compare appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and how clearly they describe their work with OCD. Reading bios can help you tell the difference between a therapist who lists OCD as an area of familiarity and one who has specific training or experience with ERP.

Therapy in Arlington can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your needs, verify your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. You can review profiles, compare virtual and in-person options, and book directly when you’re ready.

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