Best OCD Therapists in Colorado (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 126 providers in Colorado who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. Here are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in Colorado, with rankings for each major metro below. Many offer telehealth anywhere in the state.

126
OCD providers scored
10
score 80 or higher
91
offer telehealth
16
accepting new patients

Narrow it down

Telehealth (91)Accepting new patients (16)Treats children & teens (6)LGBTQ+ affirming (31)Spanish-speaking (6)

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

    Josh Kaplan

    LCSW · Denver, CO

    CBT for Anxiety / Former NOCD VP

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

  2. #2

    Dr. Rachel Davis

    MD · Aurora, CO

    CU Anschutz OCD & Anxiety Program

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

  3. #3

    Eliza Lanzillo

    Ph.D. · Greenwood Village, CO

    Old Town Psychology

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

  4. #4

    Dr. Julia Carbonella

    PhD · Englewood, CO

    Rogers Behavioral Health — Denver

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

  5. #5

    Rachel Hopkins

    PhD · Colorado Springs, CO

    Utah Center for Evidence Based Treatment

    89/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  6. #6

    Alie Garza

    LCSW · Boulder, CO

    OCD & Anxiety Colorado

    87/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsTreats childrenLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  7. #7

    Angi Brown

    MA · Fort Collins, CO

    Angi Brown LLC

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

  8. #8

    Orah Fireman

    M.Ed., LCSW · Aurora, CO

    CU Anschutz OCD & Anxiety IOP

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

  9. #9

    Christina Byington

    LCSW · Denver, CO

    Elevation Behavioral Therapy

    83/ 100
    TelehealthSpanish-speaking
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  10. #10

    Dr. Jake Gadbaw

    MD · Aurora, CO

    CU Anschutz OCD & Anxiety IOP

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

  11. #11

    Erin LeBeau

    LSW · Aurora, CO

    CU Anschutz OCD & Anxiety Program

    78/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  12. #12

    Dr. Aaron Smith

    PhD · Denver, CO

    Colorado CBT

    78/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  13. #13

    Kate Leslie

    LCSW · Boulder, CO

    OCD & Anxiety Colorado

    77/ 100
    LGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  14. #14

    Dr. Megan McKnight

    PhD · Denver, CO

    Colorado CBT

    77/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  15. #15

    Dr. Estefania Luna

    PsyD · Denver, CO

    Elevation Behavioral Therapy

    77/ 100
    Spanish-speaking
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  16. #16

    Dr. Mike Hart

    PhD · Denver, CO

    Colorado CBT

    77/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  17. #17

    Dr. Keri Johns

    PhD · Denver, CO

    CBT Denver

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

  18. #18

    Dr. Nicole Cross

    PhD · Denver, CO

    CBT Denver

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

  19. #19

    Kayla Engel

    LPC · Colorado Springs, CO

    Colorado Springs OCD Treatment Center

    74/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  20. #20

    Mike Lyons

    MA, LPC · Westminster, CO

    Ignite Counseling Colorado

    74/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory
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OCD therapists by city in Colorado

Denver56Boulder18

Find a specific kind of OCD help in Colorado

Telehealth (online therapy)91For children & teens6Accepting new patients16Spanish-speaking6LGBTQ+ affirming31

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 Colorado?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Colorado are Josh Kaplan (95/100), Dr. Rachel Davis (93/100) and Eliza Lanzillo (92/100). 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 Colorado?

OLEE has scored 126 providers in Colorado who list OCD as a focus. 10 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in Colorado by telehealth?

Yes. 91 of the providers we scored in Colorado offer telehealth. A therapist generally needs to be licensed in the state where you are located during sessions, so look for one licensed in Colorado, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers Colorado.

Are there OCD therapists for children and teens in Colorado?

Yes. 6 providers in Colorado 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).