Best OCD Therapists in San Francisco Bay Area, CA (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 110 providers in the San Francisco Bay Area area who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. These are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in San Francisco Bay Area, from the providers we've verified so far.

110
OCD providers scored
15
score 80 or higher
70
offer telehealth
17
accepting new patients

Narrow it down

Telehealth (70)Accepting new patients (17)Treats children & teens (1)LGBTQ+ affirming (25)Spanish-speaking (13)

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

    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

  2. #2

    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

  3. #3

    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

  4. #4

    Melody Keller

    PhD · Menlo Park, CA

    Pacific Anxiety Group

    91/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  5. #5

    Amy Jenks

    PsyD · Orinda, CA

    Bay Area OCD and Anxiety Center

    90/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  6. #6

    Candy Katoa

    PsyD · San Francisco, CA

    UCSF OCD Program

    88/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  7. #7

    Patricia Zurita Ona

    PsyD · Walnut Creek, CA

    East Bay Behavior Therapy Center

    86/ 100
    Accepting new patientsSpanish-speaking
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  8. #8

    Katie Fracalanza

    PhD · Palo Alto, CA

    California Psychology Center

    85/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  9. #9

    Flint Espil

    PhD · Redwood City, CA

    Bay Area Anxiety Solutions / Stanford

    85/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  10. #10

    Allison Libby

    PsyD · San Francisco, CA

    UCSF OCD Program

    84/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  11. #11

    Laura Johnson

    MBA, MA, LMFT, LPCC · Saratoga / Roseville, CA

    Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center

    82/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  12. #12

    Christine Frazita

    LCSW · San Francisco, CA

    Private Practice

    82/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  13. #13

    Daniel Kalb

    PhD · Corte Madera, CA

    CBT Marin (Private Practice)

    81/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  14. #14

    Annie Alpers

    PhD · San Francisco, CA

    Private Practice

    81/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  15. #15

    Caitlyn Oscarson

    LMFT · Campbell, CA

    Private Practice

    80/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  16. #16

    Robert Holaway

    PhD · Menlo Park, CA

    Pacific Anxiety Group

    79/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  17. #17

    Christina Pascarzi

    PsyD · Oakland, CA

    77/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  18. #18

    Axel Valle Alerhand

    PsyD · San Francisco, CA

    The Bay Psychotherapy Center / Stanford

    76/ 100
    Spanish-speaking
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  19. #19

    McKenzie Miller

    PhD · Menlo Park, CA

    Pacific Anxiety Group

    76/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  20. #20

    Megan Foret

    PsyD · San Francisco, CA

    Private Practice

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

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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 San Francisco Bay Area?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in San Francisco Bay Area are Joan Davidson (99/100), Scott Granet (97/100) and Tejal Jakatdar (95/100). 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

OLEE has scored 110 providers in San Francisco Bay Area who list OCD as a focus. 15 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in San Francisco Bay Area by telehealth?

Yes. 70 of the providers we scored in San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

Yes. 1 providers in San Francisco Bay Area 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).