Best OCD Therapists in California (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 682 providers in California who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. Here are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in California, with rankings for each major metro below. Many offer telehealth anywhere in the state.

682
OCD providers scored
56
score 80 or higher
541
offer telehealth
201
accepting new patients

Narrow it down

Telehealth (541)Accepting new patients (201)Treats children & teens (7)LGBTQ+ affirming (166)Spanish-speaking (56)

Top 20 OCD specialists, ranked by OLEE score

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.

  1. #1

    Sarosh Motivala

    PhD · Los Angeles, CA

    Spectrum CBT

    100/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  2. #2

    John Piacentini

    PhD, ABPP · Los Angeles, CA

    UCLA Child OCD Anxiety & Tic Disorders Program

    100/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  3. #3

    Throstur Bjorgvinsson

    PhD, ABPP · Santa Monica, CA

    OCD & Anxiety Program of Southern California

    100/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  4. #4

    Eda Gorbis

    PhD, LMFT · Los Angeles, CA

    Westwood Institute for Anxiety Disorders

    99/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  5. #5

    Jonathan Grayson

    PhD · Pasadena, CA

    The Grayson LA Treatment Center for Anxiety & OCD

    99/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  6. #6

    Joan Davidson

    PhD · Berkeley, CA

    San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy

    99/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  7. #7

    Jenny Yip

    PsyD, ABPP · Los Angeles, CA

    Renewed Freedom Center

    98/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  8. #8

    Scott Granet

    LCSW · Redwood City, CA

    OCD-BDD Clinic of Northern California

    97/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  9. #9

    Alegra Kastens

    MA, LMFT · Los Angeles, CA

    Center for OCD, Anxiety, and Eating Disorders

    97/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  10. #10

    Michelle Massi

    LMFT · Los Angeles, CA

    Anxiety Therapy LA

    97/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  11. #11

    Robin Zasio

    PsyD, LCSW · Sacramento, CA

    Anxiety Treatment Center of Sacramento

    97/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  12. #12

    Kristen McDonald

    PhD · Los Angeles, CA

    UCLA Adult OCD IOP / Private Practice

    96/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  13. #13

    Danielle Cooper

    PhD · Telehealth (CA/PA/NJ), CA

    Center of Behavioral Therapy and Consultation for OCD and Anxiety (CBTCOA)

    95/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  14. #14

    Sanjaya Saxena

    MD · San Diego, CA

    Private Practice

    95/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  15. #15

    Tejal Jakatdar

    PhD · San Jose, CA

    Willow Anxiety and OCD

    95/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  16. #16

    Ana Ribas

    PhD · Los Angeles, CA

    UCLA Adult OCD IOP / Private Practice

    95/ 100
    LGBTQ+ affirmingSpanish-speaking
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  17. #17

    Naomi Zwecker

    PhD · Santa Monica, CA

    OCD & Anxiety Program of Southern California

    95/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  18. #18

    Tom Corboy

    MFT · Los Angeles, CA

    OCD Center of Los Angeles

    93/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  19. #19

    Sheva Rajaee

    MFT · Irvine, CA

    Center for Anxiety and OCD (CAOCD)

    93/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  20. #20

    Kimberley Quinlan

    LMFT · Calabasas, CA

    Private Practice (formerly OCDLA Clinical Director)

    92/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations
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OCD therapists by city in California

Los Angeles151San Francisco Bay Area110San Diego54Sacramento15

Find a specific kind of OCD help in California

Telehealth (online therapy)541For children & teens7Accepting new patients201Spanish-speaking56LGBTQ+ affirming166

Find the right specialist

How to find a qualified OCD specialist on OLEE

Most therapists who list OCD were never trained in the treatment that works. Here’s how to find one who was.

  1. 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.

  2. Narrow it to what you need

    Filter for telehealth, your insurance, accepting new patients or Spanish-speaking providers.

  3. Check “What we verified” on each profile

    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.

  4. 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.
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FAQ

Who are the best OCD therapists in California?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in California are Sarosh Motivala (100/100), John Piacentini (100/100) and Throstur Bjorgvinsson (100/100). 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 California?

OLEE has scored 682 providers in California who list OCD as a focus. 56 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in California by telehealth?

Yes. 541 of the providers we scored in California offer telehealth. A therapist generally needs to be licensed in the state where you are located during sessions, so look for one licensed in California, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers California.

Are there OCD therapists for children and teens in California?

Yes. 7 providers in California list children or adolescents among the people they treat. For kids, look for family-based ERP, where parents learn to reduce accommodation at home.

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).