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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Charlotte, NC

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Charlotte, NC

Managing OCD symptoms like contamination fears, checking behaviors, and handwashing rituals doesn't have to be isolating. Headway's Charlotte network includes specialized providers offering Cognitive Therapy, I-CBT, and medication management to help you regain control. Many clients save 75% on sessions through insurance.

Brittani Burton

Brittani Burton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from Walden University and a Bachelor of Social Work from Norfolk State University. My clinical experience spans emergency departments, hospitals, and community-based behavioral health settings, where I have supported adults navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, substance use concerns, and complex medical or psychiatric challenges.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashleigh Brown

Ashleigh Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Jacksonville, NC


“I take a collaborative, team-based approach to care, partnering closely with each client (and families when appropriate) to identify the most appropriate, evidence-based treatment options and to support meaningful, lasting improvements in overall...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda Culp-Roche

Dr. Amanda Culp-Roche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have over 16 years of medication management experience treating mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
JeanneElizabeth "Beth" Griffin Palanza

JeanneElizabeth "Beth" Griffin Palanza

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My specialty is in Women's mental health, with a concentration in adjustment to post-partem and perimenopause / menopause.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yolanda Ledain

Yolanda Ledain

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Leland, NC


“During initial and ongoing sessions clients can expect a non judgmental environment, honesty, realistic goal setting, and support.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christine Alvarez

Christine Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


“Christine is passionate about partnering with individuals to assist them in finding healing and wholeness.”
OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudette Johnson

Claudette Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a safe, judgment-free space where you can feel heard. I believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Valeria Rivera-Smith

Dr. Valeria Rivera-Smith

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Using Psychodynamic and Experiential approaches (i.e., ACT, Internal Family Systems [IFS], Mindfulness, and Somatic Therapy), I will help you address your struggle at its root...”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leah Farley

Leah Farley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a collaborative, trauma-informed approach, guiding you to build upon your strengths, develop your awareness of self, and practice mindfulness and self-compassion in a safe and supportive environment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ieachia Morris

Ieachia Morris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about helping people achieve meaningful, sustainable improvement in their mental well-being.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Pendrey

Anna Pendrey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Using a warm, direct, and eclectic approach, we work to regulate the stress response and process unresolved trauma at its root.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Douglas Phares

Douglas Phares

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“You can expect to be heard during the session and receive concise feedback with steps to navigate you through achieving your desired goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Haley Goerke

Haley Goerke

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a new mother, I have become passionate about working with new moms as they navigate the profound transition into motherhood.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawndele Danzy

Shawndele Danzy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“If you are looking for an energetic, direct, and open-minded provider to manage your psychiatric medications or guide your MAT recovery, I am ready to get to work with you.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Brewer

Paula Brewer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that every individual has the potential to rise above their struggles and lead a fulfilling life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jean-Michael Bouciquot

Jean-Michael Bouciquot

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am committed to providing a safe nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their feelings and learn about the issues they are dealing with...”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dorene Caldwell

Dorene Caldwell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that compassionate listening, genuine connection, and personalized care have the power to restore hope and transform lives.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Faith Northington

Faith Northington

Therapist

Virtual • Black Mountain, NC


“I specialize in EMDR therapy which is a modality that helps with a variety of issues and generally works quickly.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lea Wersan

Lea Wersan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, collaborative and evidence-based. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), mindfulness and strengths based interventions...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Amber Turlik

Amber Turlik

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that achieving mental health is similar to a "three-legged stool" consisting of affirming thoughts, behaviors, and actions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vivian Henry-Ajudua

Vivian Henry-Ajudua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I use a complete approach to patient care, with emphasis on providing psychoeducation to patients and their families on the mind-body connection.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sherrie Roberts

Sherrie Roberts

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wake Forest, NC


“Using evidenced based, thoughtful and compassionate care, I know we can get you to where you want to be in your experience and your journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jeniveve Rollins

Jeniveve Rollins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe every individual has the capacity and courage to learn, grow, and make positive choices for their present and future. Throughout my career, I have worked with people to strengthen mental health, improve academic and professional performance, and build skills for long-term success. I continued to be humbled by the determination people have to tackle challenges and hardships to improve their quality of life.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Karges

Sarah Karges

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate (LCAS), I love helping adults struggling with addiction or navigating the challenges of early recovery, as well as other mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and more. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can feel understood, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful and lasting change.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rebecca Branistareanu

Rebecca Branistareanu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


“I believe in being direct and compassionate, using contemplation and directly contacting the experiences present in the mind-body while staying grounded to build resilience and self-trust.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tenishia Santiago

Tenishia Santiago

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“Tenishia is a retired Navy Veteran, Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, that specializes in attention difficulties, mood challenges, anxiety, psychosis, personality disorders, sleep, OCD, military issues, and trauma.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jody Ingle

Jody Ingle

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a person-centered approach to therapy to help clients develop self-awareness and coping strategies to help facilitate resilience to life's daily stressors.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sarah Chester

Sarah Chester

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm licensed to treat substance use disorders and bring a deep, nonjudgmental understanding to this work.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carlos Proctor

Carlos Proctor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“By integrating highly successful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Mindfulness techniques, I help you slow down and recognize the significance of every moment.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tracie Nalley

Tracie Nalley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a firm believer that the brain can get hurt like any other organ in the body. I want to help you heal your brain.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Miranda Slater

Miranda Slater

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I believe the foundation of healing and recovery begins with a strong therapeutic relationship where a safe environment can be a gateway to transformation and reaching one's full potential.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Danielle Nolan

Danielle Nolan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in creating a supportive and respectful therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Wooten

Laura Wooten

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Welcome! My style is warm and eclectic. I draw from a variety of evidenced-based models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to address your concerns and distressing symptoms. I am also a registered yoga teacher (RYT-200), and I enjoy integrating aspects of yoga, including mindfulness and a mind/body approach into therapy where appropriate.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nina Davis

Nina Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My experience in the military has given me a unique understanding of the challenges service members and their families face.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelsey Staub

Kelsey Staub

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic style is client-centered to support an empathic approach that empowers and motivates the client.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Darrin Erb

Dr. Darrin Erb

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I have spent over 40 years teaching, training, and developing mental health programs for individuals from 4 to 84 find hope once again. I am a life-long learner and add at least one certificate a year to ensure clients are given multiple approaches to what they encounter. I am very honest and direct, but also understand the need for pause and reflection. You know the level of your pain and suffering. My job is to meet you where you are and lead you to the place you want to go.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Dannette Napier

Dr. Dannette Napier

Psychiatrist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a comprehensive and compassionate approach to partner with patients in their mental health care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Zurawel

Michael Zurawel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Knightdale, NC


“I know what it's like to feel hopeless and purposeless. Life is hard and without hope and sense of purpose, it's almost impossible to get through.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Robert Testen

Robert Testen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use supportive and sometimes challenging feedback along with humor when appropriate, to help gain insights and new perspectives into difficult roles and relationships.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annmarie Worcester

Annmarie Worcester

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My theoretical orientation is very person centered providing encouragement and fostering empowerment while teaching mindfulness through reality based and CBT therapy techniques.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD in Charlotte, NC

Number of therapists serving Charlotte, NC
There are over 773 therapists in Charlotte, NC accepting new patients.
773+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%OCD
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 85%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 48%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Igbo
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 20%Man
License types
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  • 32%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 32%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 24%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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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 Charlotte

Searching for OCD therapists in Charlotte starts with finding a therapist trained in OCD care, especially exposure and response prevention, often called ERP. ERP is one therapy approach some clinicians use when supporting people with OCD, and therapists may need specific training to provide this type of care. A qualified healthcare professional can help determine what approach may be appropriate. If you are looking for support with intrusive thoughts, compulsive checking, contamination fears, reassurance seeking, or anxiety related to OCD, read therapist bios for direct mentions of ERP, OCD, anxiety, and related specialties.

Charlotte has many therapy options across neighborhoods like Uptown, South End, NoDa, and surrounding areas, which can make it hard to compare fit. For OCD, there is a meaningful difference between a therapist who lists OCD as one area of familiarity and a therapist who names ERP or focused OCD training in their profile. You may also want to compare appointment availability, virtual or in-person options, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. A therapist’s bio can help you understand their approach, session style, and experience before you book.

Therapy in Charlotte can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find OCD therapists who accept insurance, are accepting new patients, and match your preferences for location, appointment format, and specialty. You can enter your insurance information to see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, then browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.