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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.

Sylvie Sibomana

Sylvie Sibomana

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“Sylvie's goal is to build healthy communities and create a supportive environment that reduces the stigma associated with addiction, psychiatry, and weight.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mary Gladney

Mary Gladney

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm a straight-talking, heart-centered therapist who believes in real growth, real faith, and real change.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laura Nye

Laura Nye

Therapist

Virtual • Middletown, OH


“My goal isn't to tell you who you should become. It's to help you understand yourself, recognize what may no longer be working, and figure out what actually helps you build the life you want.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Liliane Chekeu

Liliane Chekeu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that you know yourself best, and I'm here to listen deeply, provide guidance, and partner with you in building a plan that feels supportive and effective.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Steven Timms

Steven Timms

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Under my guidance, clients experience empathy, heightened self-awareness, personal fulfillment, and meaningful growth.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kathie Turner

Kathie Turner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I combine medication management with integrative therapies like nutrition, dietary supplements, counseling / lifestyle coaching and functional lab testing to create a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adriana Faur

Adriana Faur

Psychologist

Virtual • North Olmsted, OH


“I aim to create a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental space where growth is possible through a journey of self-discovery within a trusted therapeutic relationship.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maria Alvarez

Maria Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Perrysburg, OH


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can heal, strengthen relationships, navigate life transitions, and achieve lasting emotional growth through a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brady Mertens

Brady Mertens

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach to therapy includes improving your understanding of biological, psychological, and neurological sources of symptoms, paired with open and inquisitive exploration of lived experiences...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 21 insurance carriers
Anthony Shumway

Anthony Shumway

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I take pride in educating my patients about their medications to empower them on their way to wellness.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kimberly Gilbert

Dr. Kimberly Gilbert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“My patients will know that they have been heard and understood with compassion, integrity, and without judgement.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Emily Rees

Emily Rees

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Westerville, OH


“I am a dual board-certified family and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner specializing in medication management for an array of mental health conditions.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Olivia Shagla

Olivia Shagla

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use an integrative lens for therapy pulling from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS)...”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 15 insurance carriers
Victoria Oblisk

Victoria Oblisk

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal is to make that first step a little easier by creating a space where you feel safe, heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leah Afreh

Leah Afreh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“She believes in empowering patients through education, collaboration, and compassionate treatment so they can thrive in every stage of life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Meredith Cowden

Meredith Cowden

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello! I have been practicing mental health counseling for 15 years. I started my career in community mental health, working with people living with severe and persistent mental illness, dual diagnoses, trauma, and homelessness.

I attended The Cleveland Institute of Art for my BA in Fine Art, followed by Ursuline College for my MA in Art Therapy and Counseling.

I specialize in working with trauma, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, and chronic health conditions, among others.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Casey Day

Casey Day

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My clients tell me that I am easy to talk to, build rapport quickly, make them think, and help them feel safe.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lori King

Lori King

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I encourage my clients to celebrate their unique "self", find meaning in their existence, acknowledge a sense of personal agency and accept responsibility for who they would like to be.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Autumn Davis

Autumn Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“With an emphasis on emotional resilience, self-compassion, and mind-body awareness, I offer tailored support...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Stephanie Rabatin

Stephanie Rabatin

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use a positive solution-focused approach and cognitive-behavioral techniques to support children during counseling sessions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Hampp

Emily Hampp

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“She is a queer and gender-affirming therapist who helps clients identify the barriers that may keep them from consistently living their authentic lives.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Engebretson

John Engebretson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work with clients using a person-centered approach helping them to see their problems in a different light.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Linda Hylton

Linda Hylton

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My clinical focus emphasizes holistic healing, integrating evidence based practices with empathetic, personalized care.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Zukas

Paul Zukas

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I utilize a fair amount of cognitive restructuring, motivational interviewing, and client directed problem solving.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachel Cashman

Rachel Cashman

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I believe we all carry the answers we need deep within us. Sometimes, however, those answers become buried beneath layers of trauma, fear, and doubt.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Breanne Gamble

Breanne Gamble

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I describe my style as empathetic yet grounded, blending clinical expertise with a genuine, human-centered focus that prioritizes your unique lived experience.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert Ksiazkiewicz

Robert Ksiazkiewicz

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I focus on your strengths and unique abilities, and I'll work with you to recognize and build on the resources you already have within and around you.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Amy Trent

Amy Trent

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“Care is centered on the belief that healing happens best when patients feel heard, informed, and supported.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jordyn Hollenbeck

Jordyn Hollenbeck

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I approach each client with the philosophy that you have expertise in you, and I have expertise in the field of mental health.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jose Montoya

Jose Montoya

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy works best when you feel understood as a whole person, not judged or reduced to a diagnosis.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Krista Smith

Krista Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hey , I'm glad you're here. Reaching out is the hardest part, and it takes real courage to take that first step.

I'm Krista, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-S), and I work with adults who are dealing with depression, trauma, big life changes,and relationship challenges. Basically, if life has been feeling heavy lately, that's exactly the kind of thing I help people work through.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alissa Anaya

Alissa Anaya

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe by identifying negative beliefs and faulty thinking patterns we can process and reframe harmful cognitions that have been undermining you throughout your life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nytisha Smith

Nytisha Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“Nytisha uses a combination of medication management and psychotherapy to make sure that her clients have a well balanced care plan that they feel good about.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Clayton Frederick

Clayton Frederick

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I integrate medication management with supportive psychotherapy, trauma‐informed care, and a holistic perspective that considers the mind–body connection.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Holly Smith

Holly Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbus, OH


“I can help you build the skills not only to feel better, but to create the long term changes for the life you want.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Traver

Stephanie Traver

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have worked with people from several different backgrounds of religions, cultures, and family structures.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christine Conti

Christine Conti

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Healing isn't about forgetting what happened—it's about helping your nervous system recognize that you are safe now.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christina Redfern

Christina Redfern

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My greatest strengths lie in blending evidence-based therapeutic approaches with a client-centered, compassionate style.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kyle Guterba

Kyle Guterba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


Hi, I’m Kyle Guterba, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) practicing in Ohio. I work with adolescents and adults across the lifespan, and aim to create a comfortable, supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and are encouraged to be involved in their treatment.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD in Akron, OH

Number of therapists serving Akron, OH
There are over 656 therapists in Akron, OH accepting new patients.
656+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%OCD
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 90%PTSD
  • 88%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 56%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 82%Online only
  • 18%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 37%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 22%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 19%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 10%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 5%Advanced Practice Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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