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Dr. Chen has over 15 years of experience treating childhood OCD using evidence-based approaches. She specializes in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and works closely with families to reduce accommodation and build confidence. Her warm, structured approach helps children ages 4 through 18 face their fears at a pace that feels manageable.

Dr. Rivera runs an OCD specialty clinic in West Los Angeles focusing on older children and teens. He integrates ERP with motivational interviewing to help reluctant adolescents engage in treatment. A frequent presenter at IOCDF conferences, he is passionate about training the next generation of OCD therapists.

Jessica specializes in working with young children who are just beginning to show OCD symptoms. She believes that early intervention can make a lasting difference and uses play-based ERP techniques alongside structured parent coaching. Families appreciate her gentle, down-to-earth style and her willingness to work alongside school staff.

Dr. Kowalski is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist with a specialty in OCD. He takes a conservative, collaborative approach to medication, always preferring to pair SSRIs with ERP therapy when possible. He works closely with therapists to ensure families receive coordinated care.

Amanda works with the entire family system when a child has OCD. She helps parents understand the accommodation cycle and guides siblings through the changes that happen when a family starts challenging OCD together. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she serves a diverse community in the Phoenix metro area.

Dr. Larson directs an intensive outpatient program for children and teens with moderate to severe OCD. Her program combines daily ERP sessions with parent coaching over 3-week cycles, and has shown significant symptom reduction for families who have not responded to weekly therapy alone. She is an active researcher in pediatric OCD treatment outcomes.

Michael is dedicated to making OCD treatment accessible to underserved communities. He accepts Medicaid and offers a sliding scale for uninsured families. His approach combines ERP with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help children develop a new relationship with their anxious thoughts rather than fighting them.

Dr. Patel combines clinical practice with cutting-edge research on inhibitory learning approaches to ERP. She treats all ages and has a particular interest in very young children showing early OCD signs. Parents value her ability to explain the neuroscience behind OCD in plain, relatable terms.

Rachel offers telehealth-only services, making OCD treatment accessible across Texas. She has extensive experience helping school-age children with perfectionism-driven OCD and works with parents on reducing reassurance while maintaining a loving connection. She also consults with schools to set up effective 504 plans for children with OCD.

Dr. Whitfield works primarily with teens and young adults navigating OCD, with a special focus on intrusive thoughts and scrupulosity. He creates a judgment-free space where adolescents feel safe discussing even their most distressing thoughts. He frequently trains school counselors on recognizing OCD in the classroom.

Laura brings creativity and warmth to her work with young children struggling with OCD. She uses play-based ERP techniques that make exposure exercises feel like adventures rather than scary tasks. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she serves families throughout the Denver metro area and is committed to making evidence-based treatment culturally accessible.

Dr. Brooks is one of the few specialists in the Boston area treating the overlap between OCD and tic disorders, including PANDAS/PANS. His comprehensive assessment process helps families understand the full picture of their child's symptoms. He collaborates closely with pediatricians and neurologists to coordinate care.

Olivia runs one of Seattle's only ERP groups for children with OCD, giving kids the chance to practice exposures alongside peers who understand what they are going through. She also offers individual therapy and parent coaching. Families often tell her that the group experience was a turning point for their child.

Dr. Nguyen is a child and adolescent psychiatrist who specializes in medication management for OCD. He takes a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to SSRIs and always works in partnership with the child's therapist. He is known for his patient, thorough consultations and his ability to put anxious parents at ease about medication decisions.

Stephanie focuses on the unique challenges of OCD in adolescence, including intrusive thoughts that teens find too embarrassing to discuss. She creates a safe, nonjudgmental environment and actively involves parents in treatment while respecting the teen's growing need for autonomy. She provides superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.

Dr. Foster runs an intensive outpatient program in Atlanta for children with moderate to severe OCD. The program offers 12 to 15 hours of ERP per week, allowing families to see faster progress than traditional weekly therapy. She also trains other therapists in ERP through workshops and supervision, helping expand access to quality OCD care in the Southeast.

Brian provides telehealth-only OCD treatment to families across Minnesota and surrounding states. He has found that telehealth allows him to coach parents in real time during the moments that matter most, like bedtime routines and morning transitions. His structured parent training approach empowers caregivers to become their child's everyday ERP coach.

Dr. Chang offers comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for children with OCD, helping families and schools understand the full scope of a child's needs. She also provides ERP therapy and specializes in cases where OCD co-occurs with ADHD or learning differences. Her thorough evaluations are valued by families seeking clarity and direction.

Karen is trained in the SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) protocol and uses it alongside traditional ERP to help parents become the primary agents of change. This approach is especially effective for young children who are resistant to direct therapy. She empowers parents with practical tools they can use every day.

Dr. Hassan brings cultural sensitivity to OCD treatment, with particular expertise in scrupulosity and religiously-themed intrusive thoughts. He helps families distinguish between sincere religious practice and OCD-driven rituals in a respectful, informed way. He accepts Medicaid and is committed to serving diverse communities in the Detroit area.