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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Rochester, MN
Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Rochester, MN
Find compassionate OCD support in Rochester through Headway's extensive provider network. Our 285 licensed providers use Cognitive Therapy, Exposure techniques, and ACT to help address intrusive thoughts and ritualistic behaviors. With flexible scheduling, free intake calls, and insurance accepted, taking the first step toward recovery is easier than ever.
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
I believe that peace on earth starts with peace in the home. I'm able to help adults, couples, and families find this peace by using healthy communication techniques, recognize their emotions and heal from past pain. This helps clients foster deeper connections in their relationships and within themselves. I work with couples needing support with communication, conflict resolution and gaining trust. I help parents establish loving limits with their children to help them learn while also maintaining connection. I can help clients cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, and postpartum.
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicaid, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management. My appointments are intended for individuals seeking assessment of mental health symptoms and consideration or management of psychiatric medications. I offer brief supportive counseling during these visits, but I do not provide ongoing, therapy-only counseling sessions. If you are looking for regular talk therapy without medication management, please schedule with a therapist.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults. I want my patients to feel heard, respected, and actively involved in decisions about their treatment.
I am also a Certified Addiction Registered Nurse–Advanced Practice (CARN-AP) and Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP). My experience spans outpatient, correctional, crisis, and other high-acuity settings, including care for individuals with complex psychiatric conditions, substance use concerns, and trauma.
I evaluate and treat concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, mood instability, and insomnia. I also work with individuals who have co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns or have had limited success with previous psychiatric medications.
My approach is individualized, practical, and collaborative. Together, we consider your symptoms, medical history, previous treatment experiences, lifestyle, preferences, and goals. When medication is appropriate, we discuss benefits, risks, and alternatives so you can make informed decisions. Scheduling an evaluation does not mean you must take medication.
My goal is to provide a supportive, judgment-free environment where you can speak openly. When ongoing psychotherapy would benefit you, I encourage working with a therapist alongside your psychiatric care.
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 15 years of nursing experience across a variety of healthcare settings. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with a focus in psychiatric-mental health nursing and completed clinical training across the lifespan. My background has given me a strong understanding of how physical health, life experiences, and emotional well-being can all impact mental health. I value providing thoughtful, individualized care and building trusting relationships with the people I serve.
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Providence Health Plan,
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicaid, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Hello, I’m Dr. Stella Essien, Welcome!
As a dual board-certified Nurse Practitioner (FNP & PMHNP), I have a passion for compassionate, equitable, and accessible mental health care practice that brings evidence-based, person-centered services to individuals and families across Minnesota.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, or addiction recovery, depression, or stress, I am here to support your path forward with warmth, professionalism, and purpose.
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford,
Maybe you've had enough of feeling bad and you're ready to do something about it. I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), and I've been a counselor since 1990. I started in rehabilitation counseling for people with brain injuries, saw how little mental health support they had, and went back to school to provide it. Since then, I've worked in schools, jails, methadone treatment, and employee assistance programs. Today, my practice focuses on individuals, teens, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, and substance use.
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicaid, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
I am a holder of a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the state of Minnesota and a highly results-oriented multicultural therapist with over 10 years of experience. The value I bring to therapy is building a strong therapeutic relationship with my client. I have the skills, knowledge, and ability that are required as a therapist to gather comprehensive information during an assessment, which my client and I will utilize collaboratively to develop a supportive treatment plan and coping skills for the client to implement when their mental health symptoms exacerbate. I have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a good Knowledge of cultural differences.
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicaid, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Taking that initial step into therapy can be daunting. Sharing your story is a vulnerable position no doubt, and I am proud of you for even making the decision to seek help. Because I know how much courage this takes, I absolutely promise to honor you and walk alongside of you as you work towards your goals in counseling. In addition to helping individuals with anxiety and depression, I am certified in dialectical behavior therapy and practice accelerated resolution therapy. I also incorporate christian counseling, sand-tray therapy, mindfulness based-therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and incorporate narrative therapy techniques.
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Aetna, HealthPartners
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
About our therapists who can help with OCD in Rochester, MN
- 100%OCD
- 99%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 90%PTSD
- 89%Stress management
- 99%Aetna
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 91%Cigna
- 58%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 57%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 100%English
- 4%Spanish
- 3%French
- 2%Hindi
- 1%Somali
- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online
- 78%Woman
- 22%Man
- 34%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 28%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 23%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 5%Licensed Psychologist
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 98%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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