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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Akron, OH

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Akron, OH

Managing OCD in Akron is easier with Headway's network of compassionate providers specializing in contamination fears, handwashing rituals, and harm-related obsessions. Access virtual or in-person care with flexible scheduling, free intake consultations, and many plans offering sessions as low as $0 with insurance.

Stefanie Young

Stefanie Young

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Akron, OH


Hello, I'm Stefanie Young, an Army brat, born in Germany and a Gulf War Veteran. I've spent my entire career in and around first response: military, military police, and civilian law enforcement which has truly shaped my approach to therapy by understanding the culture, the pressures that come with it, and what it takes to finally talk to someone.

My practice is a confidential, open space for adults working through trauma, PTSD, anxiety, anger, and depression. If you're a first responder or veteran, you won't need to explain your world to me, I've lived it. And if you're not, you're equally welcome as well.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Rochelle Tatarka

Rochelle Tatarka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Fairlawn, OH


As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate, supportive mental health care centered on medication management. To enhance your treatment, I integrate brief, supplemental supportive interventions and targeted coping strategies when clinically indicated. I am currently accepting new patients (ages 18–64) and have immediate openings with flexible scheduling for both online and in-person appointments.

OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Liesa Kaye

Liesa Kaye

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Green, OH


As an Independent Clinical Social Worker, I believe prioritizing your mental health is the key to finding your joy. I have been in practice for 11 years focusing on individuals navigating the impact of anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, working with couples, and parent mentoring.

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Ilona Ponomariova

Ilona Ponomariova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Fairlawn, OH


“My nonjudgmental approach allows people to feel safe and validated. My lived experience enables me to empathize with my clients, empowering them and facilitating change.”
OCD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shannon Urbanic

Shannon Urbanic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Hudson, OH


Hi! I'm so glad you're here! :) I know how overwhelming and intimidating it can be to look for help. A safe place and a non-judgmental/unbiased ear are highly coveted and sought after in today's society. Therapy can address infinite issues and struggles that arise in daily life. I know it worked for me-- let it work for you!

I graduated from Northwestern University and have worked with individuals of all backgrounds and ages. I live in Ohio and am licensed in Ohio, Arizona and Virginia.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Damion Boyd

Damion Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Wadsworth, OH


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment utilizing care, sensitivity, with a little humor that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Koewler

Michelle Koewler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Medina, OH


“You'll be met with empathy, authenticity, and genuine presence, because therapy should be a place where you feel safe and seen.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Esam Pietras

Esam Pietras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Richfield, OH


“Your treatment plan will be tailored to fit your individual needs while working in a non-judgmental empathetic setting.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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Lisa Oshaughnessy

Lisa Oshaughnessy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Canton, OH


“I want to help you feel better. Plain and simple. I want you to know that together we are going to get better.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawn Pedani

Shawn Pedani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Canal Fulton, OH


“I'm an 'emotion-focused' therapist, so if you're coming in for therapy and are not sure about your emotions or what you're feeling, you're in the right place.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Bernadette Sisk

Bernadette Sisk

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Canton, OH


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized. I believe treatment works best when clients feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions about their care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tracy Harper

Tracy Harper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Euclid, OH


“I believe therapy should feel both safe and productive — a place where you are deeply understood while also challenged to grow.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephanie Farrell

Dr. Stephanie Farrell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Canton, OH


“I'm passionate about supporting you through life transitions, and my approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to meet you where you are.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Ozzy Chaney

Ozzy Chaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Massillon, OH


“My approach to therapy is strength-based and centered on helping you recognize and build on the resilience, skills, and experiences you already have.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tony Apolczer

Tony Apolczer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Broadview Heights, OH


“I work with clients using a compassionate, individualized approach grounded in trauma-informed care.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carly Grabowski

Carly Grabowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Brecksville, OH


“I am passionate about working with adolescents and adults (ages 12+) because of my own experience with trauma and anxiety.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Garrett

Michelle Garrett

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Canton, OH


“My style is warm and collaborative, focused on helping you feel heard and supported while building lasting tools for wellness.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ebony Price

Ebony Price

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Warrensville Heights, OH


Hi, I’m Ebony, and I’m truly passionate about my career and the clients I serve. I believe in creating a warm, welcoming environment where you feel heard, respected, and supported. My goal is to make things simple, clear, and comfortable, so you always know you’re in good hands. I’m here to listen, answer questions, and partner with you every step of the way.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michael Skoda

Michael Skoda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Broadview Heights, OH


“I have a relational, humanistic, and collaborative counseling approach. Together we will develop a plan to help you as you begin to take actionable steps to improve your life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Shelly McClure

Shelly McClure

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Middleburg Heights, OH


Spring is a time for renewal and what better time to focus on renewing yourself and your life! In my 16 years as a therapist, I've supported many clients to take a new look at their life and to move toward that renewal. While therapy might feel scary at first, my training and support will make it less so. I can teach you skills through therapies including DBT and EMDR that will allow you to manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma and more. Your life doesn't have to feel out of control or difficult to manage. I'm here to help. Allow me to walk with you as we work together toward building the healthier life you want and deserve!

OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jamie Sitko

Jamie Sitko

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Hiram, OH


“I collaborate with you integrating Assessment, Client-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Psycho-Education, and Mind/Body techniques.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jessica Rivera

Jessica Rivera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grafton, OH


“I guide you in creating a path to ease suffering and emotional struggle through a holistic approach.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Garver Megenhardt

Sarah Garver Megenhardt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Shaker Heights, OH


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive and empowering. We will walk through your therapy journey together, side by side, not expert and novice.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sarah Lanza

Sarah Lanza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Chagrin Falls, OH


“Sarah's goal is for you to leave each session feeling better about yourself and better about your life circumstances.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jaimie Wells

Dr. Jaimie Wells

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use these various forms of interventions to assist in making positive changes and empowering you to obtain the changes or improvements you desire.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shannon Mcmannis

Shannon Mcmannis

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I want my clients to leave our sessions feeling empowered and self assured to be able to make your own decisions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mariam Henderson-Rucker

Mariam Henderson-Rucker

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is engaging, motivational, high energy, goal oriented, nonjudgmental and culturally specific.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kierra Edwards

Kierra Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have over 20 years of experience working in the field of social services, and 7 years of experience as a licensed clinician.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Teneisha Craighead

Teneisha Craighead

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elyria, OH


“My approach to providing care as a psychiatric provider is holistic and patient-centered. I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and empathy...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sherri Sullivan

Sherri Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Ashtabula, OH


“My therapeutic style combines evidence based practices (EMDR, CBT, PET, TFCBT) with a compassionate, straightforward and authentic approach.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcia Timms

Marcia Timms

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am known for my warm, compassionate, and strength-based approach. I partner collaboratively with clients and families to identify practical, solution-focused strategies that support meaningful and lasting change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tammy Blau

Tammy Blau

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with mindfulness techniques, and a focus on the mind-body connection.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edie Henthorne

Edie Henthorne

Therapist

Virtual • Woodmere, OH


“My nonjudgmental and supportive approach allows clients to explore their emotions, values/beliefs, identity and find self-compassion.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amelia Lower

Amelia Lower

Therapist

Virtual • Poland, OH


“I have extensive experience working in Evidence-Based Practices including Functional Family Therapy, Multisystemic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Nielsen

Sharon Nielsen

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I'm a therapist and Air Force veteran who has spent 9 years helping young people and adults work through anxiety, trauma, and life's harder chapters. I know what it means to

carry things you don't have words for yet. Whether you're a teenager navigating something new or a veteran carrying old weight, you belong here. I'd love to connect.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taihesia Lane

Taihesia Lane

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I integrate faith with clinical, attachment-based approaches to support deeper connection and lasting change.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sasha Grundfast

Sasha Grundfast

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy should be an affirming, empowering experience where you can show up as you are—without explaining or justifying your lived experience.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tara Devlin

Tara Devlin

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I provide treatment and coping skills to manage life stressor while showing clients respect, empathy, and acceptance.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Davin

Laura Davin

Therapist

Virtual • Cincinnati, OH


“Clients can expect a supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere. I absolutely love what I do, and I want clients to feel comfortable sharing both the positive and negative aspects in their lives, providing unconditional support and active listening.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Michael Blue

Michael Blue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, OH


“My counseling approach is rooted in helping people understand their story, make sense of their pain, and move toward healing with greater clarity, purpose, and direction.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with OCD located within 20 miles of Akron, OH

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Akron, OH
There are over 20 therapists in Akron, OH accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Trauma
  • 100%OCD
  • 95%Stress management
  • 95%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 60%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 5%Polish
  • 5%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 65%Woman
  • 35%Man
License types
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  • 60%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 10%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 10%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 10%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 10%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Couples therapy
  • 25%Family therapy
  • 10%Child or adolescent therapy

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