Your thoughts and behaviors might feel out of control, and you're terrified it's only going to get worse. You might be experiencing something like this:
You might be losing sleep, straining relationships, or struggling at work or school because of your symptoms. And that's terrifying.
You might worry that you're "going crazy" or that there's something fundamentally wrong with you. The shame and isolation of dealing with these thoughts and behaviors alone can be overwhelming.
But here's the truth: You're not crazy, and you're not alone. What you're experiencing has a name — Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) — and it's more common than you might think.
With the right help, it is possible to regain control and find relief from these distressing symptoms.
We're here to listen and support you. But when OCD disrupts your life, you need more than just talk — you need effective, specialized treatment.
Even though OCD is much more common than people think, it can take on average 14 years to receive the correct diagnosis, and even longer to get the right kind of treatment. That’s because many mental health providers and physicians who are not OCD specialists just don’t have enough experience identifying or treating OCD.
That's why our OCD therapy in Houston prioritizes:
Our therapists have received advanced training in treating OCD and have over 25 years combined experience. We know what works.
Our OCD treatment approaches (Exposure and Response Prevention, ACT, and CBT) are studied and proven to work.
We truly understand how OCD holds a sufferer and their family hostage and we approach each unique individual with the compassion necessary to build trust and effective change.
Take the first step: Fill out our brief questionnaire below, and we'll match you with the right specialist for your specific needs.
Everyone’s OCD symptoms are different and complex — but these are just a few we see most often. If your OCD is manifesting differently, that’s okay and nothing to feel shame about.
The best therapist for OCD is one who specializes in treating this condition and is trained in evidence-based approaches. Look for:
But it's not just about credentials. The right therapist should also make you feel understood and comfortable. At Houston Anxiety and Wellness Center, we match you with the therapist we think will be best fit for you, cutting down on time “shopping around” for an OCD therapist.
Absolutely! While OCD can be challenging, many people with OCD lead fulfilling, happy lives. With proper treatment and management, your symptoms can significantly decrease, allowing for more peace of mind. You can learn to manage intrusive thoughts without letting them control your actions. And pursuing passions and goals becomes easier as OCD takes up less mental space.
Having OCD doesn't define you. Many of our clients report that working through OCD with a trained OCD therapist has made them more resilient and self-aware, and opened up possibilities for life they couldn’t have imagined before.
OCD triggers can vary widely from person to person, but common ones include:
It's important to note that OCD isn't caused by a single event or trigger. It's a complex interplay of genetic, neurological, behavioral, cognitive, and environmental factors. Identifying your personal triggers with a therapist can be a crucial part of managing your OCD effectively.
Initial evaluations range with a licensed therapist from $215-$330 and follow up sessions range from $160-$255 for our clinicians.
Doctoral Clinicians and Counseling Interns are able to provide services on a sliding scale if there is a need; we do not want finances to ever get in the way of receiving excellent, evidence based care.
We don’t take insurance to ensure we can offer the best, personalized care without restrictions. While we don’t work directly with insurance companies, we can provide a superbill for potential reimbursement.
You can choose for your sessions to take place in person at our Houston office (4306 Yoakum Boulevard, Suite 510, Houston, Texas 77006), off site depending on your specific needs (like in a public place or in a car), or online. If online, you do not have to be located in Houston or be a Texas resident.
Yes we do! You can choose online therapy (telehealth) to get treatment from the comfort of your home.
No, you don’t. Our psychologists are PsyPact Certified, which means we can provide telehealth services to those in 42 states, including AL, AZ, AR, CNMI, CT, CO, DE, DC, GA, FL, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY.
Click here to meet our therapists, find the person you connect with the most, and book your first session with them. If you’re not sure who to book with, fill out a quick questionnaire to be matched with a therapist.
For in-person sessions, our warm Houston office is located at 4306 Yoakum Boulevard, Suite 510. If you prefer to do your sessions online, you do not have to live in Houston or in Texas, as our psychologists are PsyPact Certified, which means we can provide telehealth services in most states.
Get started by filling out our short “get to know you” form below, and then you’ll be matched with a therapist in Houston or beyond.