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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Arlington, VA

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Arlington, VA

Find OCD support in Arlington with therapists experienced in exposure therapy, response prevention, and cognitive approaches. Headway connects you with 962 licensed providers nationwide who understand intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and rituals. Sessions are virtual or in-person, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Stephanie Foster

Stephanie Foster

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Arlington, VA


I am a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with several years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in a wide range of treatment areas including depression, anxiety, autism, oppositional defiant disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. I have worked in several different settings and enjoy providing care through telehealth, which offers access to quality care when it is needed.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Thaddeus Garland

Dr. Thaddeus Garland

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Arlington, VA


I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist and I have been treating patients across the lifespan for over 15 years. Once my caseload became full in 2022, I founded a small practice (Tandem Telehealth) where I now oversee a handful of talented psychiatric nurse practitioners and talk therapists. The team approach allows us to provide faster access to care for new patients and a higher level of support than you would likely receive from individuals working independently.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie Parks

Melanie Parks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Arlington, VA


“My therapeutic goals focus on providing high-quality mental health care through a holistic approach.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Scott Peck

Dr. Scott Peck

Psychologist

In-person • <1 mi away • Arlington, VA


I specialize in treating obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders, including complex OCD subtypes like HOCD, POCD, SO-OCD, and ROCD. I am a college professor in addition to having a private practice. I have trained hundreds of doctoral candidates in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety and OCD.

I work with adults, teens, and college students experiencing panic attacks, generalized anxiety, health anxiety, phobias, and intrusive thoughts. I also treat related concerns like tics, insomnia, and anxiety related to tinnitus.

In addition to my clinical focus on OCD and anxiety, I frequently work with men at every stage of life on issues related to identity, career, and relationships. I have years of experience working with college students and with LGB people and their families.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jerry Romero

Jerry Romero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Arlington, VA


Hi, my name is Jerry Romero. I specialize in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Reality Therapy to help individuals navigate a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, addiction, sexual distress, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and bipolar disorder.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yolanda Eslinger

Yolanda Eslinger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • McLean, VA


“I specialize in couples and marriage & family counseling, helping partners and families improve communication, rebuild connection, and navigate conflict.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Margarita Franco-Mattei

Dr. Margarita Franco-Mattei

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Fairfax, VA


“I view therapy as a collaborative process during which each client and I work together to recognize and understand the impact of their emotions and thoughts on their behavior, perceptions, and interpersonal relationships.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelley Smith

Kelley Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 mi away • Vienna, VA


“Through a compassionate, person-centered approach, I provide a safe, respectful space where you can explore your challenges, gain insight, and discover your inner strengths.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ruth Mena Akyatan

Ruth Mena Akyatan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Fairfax, VA


“Each individual has a unique past, present, and future that will and have shaped them into who they are.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Anu Mathew

Anu Mathew

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Fairfax, VA


“I understand the courage it takes to seek help, and I'm here to meet you with empathy, respect, and curiosity about your unique story.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gayle Nissen

Gayle Nissen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Fairfax, VA


“I am person-centered and believe it is your treatment and goals to work on vs. telling you what to do.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Regina Stone

Regina Stone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Burke, VA


“I am an empathic, caring, understanding, responsible, and helpful therapist who would like to assist you with your issues.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Munn

Sarah Munn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Woodbridge, VA


Nurse for 15 years :) experience in Labor and Delivery, primary care, management, mental health, inpatient adolescent mental health,

Psychiatric NP for 1.5 years

Officer in the Navy Nurse Corps Reserves

OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rajni Sharma

Rajni Sharma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Woodbridge, VA


“I set clear goals for myself and my clients and treat every session as an opportunity to make progress.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Maria Torres

Maria Torres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Sterling, VA


“I enjoy helping individuals experiencing any challenges in their life and learn how to manage and to let their diagnosis to define them.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Poirier

Dr. Lisa Poirier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Manassas, VA


“I specialize in the medication management of mood disorders including major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder; anxiety disorders...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Leslie Lartey

Leslie Lartey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Culpeper, VA


“I focus on understanding the your story; not just the symptoms—to create a tailored wellness plan that fits your unique life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Fisher

Amanda Fisher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bowling Green, VA


“I believe in being open-minded and approachable. I have a humble and down-to-earth approach with clients so that they feel comfortable being open and honest.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Patrick Clinton

Patrick Clinton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winchester, VA


“In my 38 years as a counselor, I've learned that healing doesn't begin with what we look at—it begins with what we see.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Max-Andre Isidore

Max-Andre Isidore

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is rooted in Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and CBT because I believe in empowering my clients rather than pathologizing them.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Ziel

Lauren Ziel

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is warm & empowering yet, direct. I help clients bring unconscious patterns into awareness...”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darlene Smith

Darlene Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your goals. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Olatunde Akinfolajimi

Olatunde Akinfolajimi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to providing care as a psychiatric nurse practitioner is to focus on holistic and patient-centered.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Adeline Mangwa

Adeline Mangwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


“She believes a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment is essential for clients to make them feel comfortable and delve into their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rashidat Akinsanya

Rashidat Akinsanya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner for over 5 years, and I am also a board certified adult nurse practitioner for over 12 years. I began my nursing career graduating from university of MD with my bachelors, and then attended Johns Hopkins University for my masters. I decided to further my education by attending Brandman University to obtain my Doctorate and psychiatric mental health certification in 2018.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Martha Chonchoro

Martha Chonchoro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach connects the dots between your physical and mental well-being, because the two are never separate.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dianna Igbo

Dianna Igbo

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to create a compassionate, safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space, and collaborative environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop coping skills, and achieve their personal goals so their healing and growth can thrive.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Josephine Vuchansu

Dr. Josephine Vuchansu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I am warm and open-minded, with my extensive background of dealing-with, and treating young adults with depression and anxiety for over seven years...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carla Guillaume

Carla Guillaume

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


There is something different about talking to someone who actually understands your world. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions, and challenges with identity and how they see themselves, and I offer sessions in both English and Haitian Creole. I bring particular care to clients from Haitian and Caribbean backgrounds and to women navigating the emotional weight of motherhood, loss, and everything in between. With more than 15 years of experience, I have seen what becomes possible when people feel genuinely seen and free to show up exactly as they are.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emmanuel Nji

Emmanuel Nji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“I believe in meeting you where you are, without judgment, and never giving up on finding the right path forward for you.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melinda Abernethy

Melinda Abernethy

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual's needs, fostering a safe space for healing and personal growth.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ngozi Nwajiaku

Ngozi Nwajiaku

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a thoughtful, culturally responsive approach and focus on creating a space where you feel respected, understood, and safe to be yourself.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Harris

Jennifer Harris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Weber City, VA


Welcome. If you have been feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, mood swings, or trouble focusing, you are not alone. Maybe your teen is struggling, or you are exhausted from trying to manage symptoms on your own. When your mood, energy, or attention feel out of control, daily life can feel harder than it should. I offer a supportive, judgment free space where your concerns are taken seriously.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mary Winford

Mary Winford

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am originally from North Carolina and moved to Virginia 6 years ago. I studied at Wake Forest University. Since I was younger, I've enjoyed helping others and learning about the science of mental health. It became my hobby when I was younger. I enjoy working with so many backgrounds and increasing my education each year as I help new people. Currently, I like to utilize mindfulness based CBT, DBT, and ACT.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Funmilayo Olugbemi

Funmilayo Olugbemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My treatment method consists of a person-centered approach with evidenced-based medication management; and while working as a team, I provide a combination of psychiatric medication, supportive/talk therapy, and encourage lifestyle changes.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Christina Rawls-Dolin

Christina Rawls-Dolin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is direct, compassionate, and collaborative. Clients often tell me they feel deeply understood while also being challenged to think differently, gain new perspectives, and make lasting changes.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelby Love-Daley

Shelby Love-Daley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“A strong, trusting relationship with your therapist is essential to the treatment process. I'm committed to working collaboratively with you to set meaningful goals and develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Francesca Balada

Dr. Francesca Balada

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have provided personalized counseling and treatment plans to individuals, couples, and families for over 20 years, to help manage anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and depression.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Eryn Paxton

Eryn Paxton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My hope is that I can help guide you to understand your triggers/needs and to explore healthy coping strategies that can help you build overall wellness through collaboration.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
James Weima

James Weima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to care is individualized and evidence-based, combining thoughtful medication management with education and supportive therapeutic techniques.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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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 a Therapist in Arlington

Finding the right OCD therapist in Arlington starts with understanding what type of care fits your situation. Exposure and response prevention (ERP) is one therapy approach commonly used for obsessive-compulsive disorder, and many therapists in the Arlington and Northern Virginia area are trained in ERP as well as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). If you're also considering medication management, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner can work alongside a therapist to address both sides of care. Knowing whether you want therapy, medication support, or both can help narrow your search.

Arlington's proximity to Washington, D.C., Falls Church, and the broader Northern Virginia corridor means there are many licensed providers nearby — but confirming who actually accepts your insurance and has availability can be time-consuming. Look for a provider whose bio describes specific experience with OCD, not just general anxiety. Reading about their approach and background before booking can help you feel more confident about the fit.

Therapy in the Arlington area can be expensive out of pocket, but using in-network insurance coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce your costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before booking. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and many patients pay as low as $0 per session. You can confirm whether your specific plan is accepted in your area directly on Headway.

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