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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Norfolk, VA


Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Norfolk, VA
Norfolk residents managing OCD can access specialized treatment including Cognitive Therapy, SSRI medication management, and exposure-based interventions. Headway's network of 1,006 providers offers flexible scheduling with sessions as soon as next day, helping you address checking behaviors and contamination fears.
Hi, I’m Emileigh! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked in the mental health field since 2018 with children, teens, and adults of all genders, backgrounds, and identities. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University, and I have also served as a Clinical Director and supervised counseling interns. I believe strongly in dignity, cultural humility, and creating a practice where people from all backgrounds and identities feel valued and understood; outside of work, I love coffee, sunshine, the beach, dancing, and spending time with family and friends.
I have over 40 years of experience in mental health practice. I believe that we work together to help you be the best version of yourself. I am trauma therapy certified, anger management certified and work with teens and adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression and trauma issues as well as Adult Children of Alcoholics. We are a team working together to help you improve your life situations
With over three decades of dedicated psychiatric experience, I bring a unique, comprehensive perspective to mental health care. My journey spans more than 30 years in the field, including 18 years as an advance practice Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and adult medical prescriber. Having cared for individuals of all ages during my foundational years as a registered nurse, I understand the deep complexities of human development, behavioral health and substance abuse disorders. My passion for elevating patient care has allowed me to lead, mentor, and collaborate with teams of nurses across multiple states and healthcare systems. This expansive network keeps me at the forefront of modern, evidence-based treatments and diverse clinical practices. I am deeply committed to empowering my patients through personalized, empathetic and expert care. Whether you are navigating a life transition, managing a chronic mental health condition, or seeking support for substance recovery, my wealth of knowledge ensures you receive top-tier, specialized guidance. Together we will build a tailored path toward lasting wellness, balance and healing.
Dr. Ifeoma (Ify) Elebo is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. As a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. My approach is to empower the individual through a holistic problem-solving process. My focus areas include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Substance abuse.
As a therapist, I believe in your story and your individual experience. A space that is safe, comfortable, & free of judgement is essential for your success. It is important that you are in control of your own therapeutic experience, and I believe my role as a therapist is to serve as a guide & emotional support for you through your own journey. To provide a more authentic process and promote psycho-education, I aim to actively engage with you through discussions and person-centered support. “Pain is real, but so is hope”, and that is the main goal of my therapeutic approach: instill hope.
Hey! I'm Christina, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 7 years experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy on an outpatient basis. I am thoroughly trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), two off-shoots of CBT that incorporate acceptance and mindfulness. I currently serve as the chapter president for Mid-Atlantic Chapter of The Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences, and I am a contributing author to an upcoming manual on a developing integrative therapy, Contextually-focused DBT. Basically, I'm a therapy nerd. I love and believe in my practice, and am always on the hunt to learn more and be the best therapist I can be.
I am Stanley Okeyemi, the founder of Brighter Light Behavioral Health Services. I am currently licensed as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in Texas, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Washington, North Carolina, Nebraska, Virginia and New York. I have been working in the mental health industry for 16 years, but licensed as a PMHNP for four years, with a vast amount of experience and affiliations with over 40 hospitals/clinics combined across the USA
Melinda is a trauma informed, Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, with the Virginia Board of Counseling. She is also the owner of Triumphant Coaching & Counseling, LLC. Melinda graduated from Hampton University in 1991 with a B.A. in Sociology. She served in the Navy for 12 years as a Human Resource Officer, obtaining the rank of Lieutenant Commander. She acquired her master’s degree in human resource development in 2001, and she acquired her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling Degree from Nyack College, Alliance Graduate School of Counseling in New York City in 2014.
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About our therapists who can help with OCD in Norfolk, VA



- 100%OCD
- 100%Anxiety
- 97%Depression
- 88%PTSD
- 86%Stress management

- 98%Aetna
- 90%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 48%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 99%English
- 5%Spanish
- 2%French
- 2%Hindi
- 1%Igbo

- 92%Online only
- 8%In-person or online

- 80%Woman
- 19%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 33%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 98%Individual therapy
- 38%Family therapy
- 24%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
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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 an OCD Therapist in Norfolk
Finding OCD therapists in Norfolk starts with looking for care that matches the way obsessive-compulsive disorder is typically supported. Many people search for help with intrusive thoughts, checking behaviors, contamination concerns, or repetitive rituals. Exposure and response prevention, often called ERP, is one approach some therapists use to support people with OCD, and not all therapists have training in it. As you compare options, look for an OCD therapist in Norfolk, VA who lists ERP therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy for OCD, or obsessive compulsive disorder therapy in their profile.
Norfolk has a mix of local therapy offices and virtual options, which can help you find care that fits your schedule and location. If nearby appointments are limited or your schedule varies, virtual OCD counseling in Norfolk can expand your choices while keeping care accessible from home. When reviewing therapists, look beyond a general OCD specialty. A therapist who lists exposure and response prevention in Norfolk, ERP training, or specific experience with compulsions and intrusive thoughts may be a more relevant fit than someone who lists OCD as one of many areas of familiarity.
OCD treatment in Norfolk can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who are accepting new patients, review their bios, confirm whether your plan is accepted, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, making it easier to compare options and choose a therapist for OCD in Norfolk when you’re ready.
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