Transforming fear into freedom
OCD & ERP Therapy for Teens and Adults
In-person in Purcellville and Online in Virginia, West Virginia, & Washington DC
Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can feel overwhelming. The constant cycle of intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and compulsive behaviors can take over your daily life, relationships, work, and sense of peace. Even when you know the fears aren't logical, OCD keeps pulling you back into doubt, discomfort, and ritualized behaviors.
What does OCD actually look like?
OCD can take many forms, and often goes far beyond the common stereotypes. You may experience:
Disturbing intrusive thoughts that feel unwanted or out of character
Repetitive doubts about safety, health, or responsibility (Did I lock the door? What if I harmed someone?)
Mental compulsions such as reviewing, analyzing, or reassurance seeking
Ongoing rituals like excessive checking, cleaning, or counting
Avoiding situations or people that trigger anxiety
Constant worry about uncertainty, control, or "getting it right"
Why work with an OCD specialist?
OCD requires more than just talk therapy. Without specialized treatment, many individuals with OCD unintentionally strengthen their symptoms.
As a therapist trained in ERP, I provide structured, targeted care designed specifically for OCD, incorporating evidence-based strategies grounded in research and experience.
ERP empowers you to take back control — not by eliminating intrusive thoughts, but by changing your relationship to them.
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ERP helps you gradually face feared thoughts or situations while resisting the urge to perform compulsions, allowing your brain to break the OCD cycle and build tolerance to uncertainty.
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We’ll begin with a comprehensive assessment, using tools like the Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS) to identify how OCD is showing up in your life.
We’ll collaboratively build an exposure hierarchy tailored to your specific fears and compulsions, starting with manageable situations and gradually progressing at your pace.
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Break free from the OCD cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsions
Build confidence in your ability to handle uncertainty and anxiety
Reduce the intensity and frequency of obsessions over time
Regain time, energy, and mental space for what matters most
Learn new, sustainable ways to respond to fear without getting stuck in rituals
Ready to take the first step?
Ready to take the first step?
OCD doesn't have to control your life. With the right support, change is possible. If you’re ready to explore therapy and see how Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) can help, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We’ll talk about what’s been going on, answer your questions, and see if working together feels like the right fit.