Best OCD Therapists in Tampa & St. Petersburg, FL (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 27 providers in the Tampa & St. Petersburg area who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. These are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in Tampa & St. Petersburg, from the providers we've verified so far.

27
OCD providers scored
2
score 80 or higher
13
offer telehealth
0
accepting new patients

Narrow it down

Telehealth (13)Treats children & teens (3)LGBTQ+ affirming (4)Spanish-speaking (4)

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

    Adam Lewin

    PhD ABPP · St. Petersburg, FL

    USF Rothman Center for Neuropsychiatry

    94/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  2. #2

    Katie Merricks

    PhD · Clearwater, FL

    Katie Merricks Counseling

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

  3. #3

    Natalie Noel

    LMHC · Tampa, FL

    Anxiety & OCD Treatment Specialists

    79/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  4. #4

    Mary-Eugenia Brizuela

    LMHC · Tampa, FL

    Anxiety Center of Tampa

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

  5. #5

    Lori Aitken

    LMHC · Tampa, FL

    Anxiety Center of Tampa

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

  6. #6

    Kimberly Young Brazill

    LMHC · St. Petersburg, FL

    St Petersburg Anxiety and OCD Counseling

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

  7. #7

    Mariah Ramirez

    LMHC · Tampa, FL

    Anxiety & OCD Treatment Specialists

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

  8. #8

    Amy Parks-Urrutia

    PsyD · St. Petersburg, FL

    Wellness Psychological Services

    74/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  9. #9

    Matt McCann

    LMHC · Tampa, FL

    Anxiety & OCD Treatment Specialists

    72/ 100
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  10. #10

    Mario Juster-Kruse

    LMHC · Tampa, FL

    Anxiety & OCD Treatment Specialists

    72/ 100
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  11. #11

    Nona Zamiri

    LMHC · Tampa, FL

    Anxiety & OCD Treatment Specialists

    72/ 100
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  12. #12

    Karan Lamb

    PsyD · Tampa, FL

    69/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  13. #13

    Sophie Kent

    LMHC · Tampa, FL

    Anxiety Center of Tampa

    66/ 100
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  14. #14

    Jonathan Huffman

    PsyD BCBA · Tampa, FL

    Wellness Psychological Services

    66/ 100
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  15. #15

    Jamie Dalrymple

    MA, LMHC · Tampa, FL

    64/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  16. #16

    Tara Delach

    PhD, MA, NCSP · Tampa, FL

    64/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  17. #17

    Nicole Biondoletti

    PsyD · Tampa, FL

    Wellness Psychological Services

    62/ 100
    Telehealth

  18. #18

    Yanet Vanegas

    PsyD · Tampa, FL

    62/ 100
    TelehealthSpanish-speaking
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  19. #19

    Sophia Zavrou

    PsyD · Clearwater, FL

    61/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  20. #20

    Eric Wilcox

    LCSW · Tampa, FL

    Private Practice

    60/ 100
    Telehealth
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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 Tampa & St. Petersburg?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Tampa & St. Petersburg are Adam Lewin (94/100), Katie Merricks (86/100) and Natalie Noel (79/100). 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 Tampa & St. Petersburg?

OLEE has scored 27 providers in Tampa & St. Petersburg who list OCD as a focus. 2 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in Tampa & St. Petersburg by telehealth?

Yes. 13 of the providers we scored in Tampa & St. Petersburg offer telehealth. A therapist generally needs to be licensed in the state where you are located during sessions, so look for one licensed in Florida, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers Florida.

Are there OCD therapists for children and teens in Tampa & St. Petersburg?

Yes. 3 providers in Tampa & St. Petersburg 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).