I am a psychologist with over 40 years of experience treating people of all ages with all types of concerns. I specialize in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body Dysmorphic Disorder, and related problems such as tic disorders including Tourette's Disorder, Trichotillomania and Compulsive Skin Picking.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been found to be effective in treating these conditions and others including anxiety disorders, depression and schizophrenia. I have an independent practice in Portland Maine, and am licensed to provide Telehealth or online therapy in California, Delaware, Florida, Maine, New Hampshire, New York and Vermont.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been found to be effective in treating these conditions and others including anxiety disorders, depression and schizophrenia. I have an independent practice in Portland Maine, and am licensed to provide Telehealth or online therapy in California, Delaware, Florida, Maine, New Hampshire, New York and Vermont.
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The focus of my practice is treating people with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and related problems. If you are interested in working with me, please contact me and we will discuss arrangements. I do not see clients in person; I do all my work via telehealth connection. I accept many forms of commercial insurance as well as Medicare and MaineCare (Medicaid).
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, commonly called OCD, is a disorder involving obsessions and compulsions. It is considered a psychiatric disorder and has traditionally been classified as an anxiety disorder since most people who have OCD have substantial anxiety that causes distress and interferes with their daily function.
Hoarding is a problem that is asked about frequently in connection with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). We can define hoarding as acquiring and keeping objects to such an extent that it begins to impair the normal use of one's living space. Most of the time the objects are considered of little or no value by others although commonly hoarders may also be collectors.
Exposure and ritual (response) prevention (ERP) is a carefully studied and proven effective treatment for OCD. The research is clear in showing that this method produces important reduction in obsessions and compulsions. The benefits of doing ERP also tend to last for a long time. This makes ERP a prime treatment for OCD.
I provide consultation and cognitive behavioral therapy online. This type of therapy has been found to be effective for a range of problems including anxiety disorders, depression and schizophrenia. I have a special interest in working with Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders, including OCD, Trichotillomania, Compulsive Skin Picking, and Tic Disorders such as Tourette's.
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