We scored 74 providers in Alabama who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. Here are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in Alabama, with rankings for each major metro below. Many offer telehealth anywhere in the state.
Scores are out of 100 and based only on public evidence of OCD expertise: how clearly a provider describes exposure and response prevention (ERP), how central OCD is to their practice, specialized training and affiliations, and credentials. No one pays to be listed or ranked. How we score.
Most therapists who list OCD were never trained in the treatment that works. Here’s how to find one who was.
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Search your state, sorted by score
Open OLEE search, choose your state and sort by score. We scored more than 5,000 OCD providers on publicly verifiable evidence of OCD expertise. No one pays to be listed or ranked.
Every profile shows the evidence behind the score. Look for: A clear description of how they use exposure and response prevention (ERP); specialized OCD training such as the IOCDF’s Behavior Therapy Training Institute (BTTI); and an International OCD Foundation listing.
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Ask before you book
“Do you use exposure and response prevention, and where were you trained in it?” and “How many of your current clients have OCD?” A real specialist answers clearly and specifically.
Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Alabama are Dr. Patricia Jolly-Fleece (94/100), David Barnhart (91/100) and Dr. Haley Byers (91/100). Scores reflect publicly verifiable evidence of OCD expertise, including how clearly a provider uses exposure and response prevention (ERP), how central OCD is to their practice, and specialized training.
How many OCD specialists are there in Alabama?
OLEE has scored 74 providers in Alabama who list OCD as a focus. 4 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.
Can I see an OCD therapist in Alabama by telehealth?
Yes. 49 of the providers we scored in Alabama offer telehealth. A therapist generally needs to be licensed in the state where you are located during sessions, so look for one licensed in Alabama, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers Alabama.
What should I look for in an OCD therapist?
Look for someone who specifically uses exposure and response prevention (ERP), the first-line therapy for OCD, and for whom OCD is a large part of their caseload. Specialized training such as the IOCDF Behavior Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) is a strong signal. Ask how many of their current clients have OCD and how they handle mental compulsions and reassurance-seeking.
OLEE scores measure publicly verifiable signals of OCD expertise, not treatment outcomes. Always confirm licensure, availability and fit directly with a provider. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 (US).