Telehealth OCD Therapists in Iowa (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

14 OCD specialists in Iowa offer telehealth, so you can do exposure and response prevention (ERP) from home. ERP works well by video: many exposures are actually easier to practice in the places where OCD shows up. Here are the highest-ranked telehealth OCD therapists licensed in Iowa.

14
OCD providers scored
0
score 80 or higher
14
offer telehealth
1
accepting new patients

Top 14 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

    Lisa Heiden-Kimball

    LMHC · Waterloo, IA

    68/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  2. #2

    Sara E. Wise

    PhD · Iowa City, IA

    67/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  3. #3

    Judy Nemmers

    LISW · Telehealth (IA), IA

    Insomnia, Anxiety & OCD Services of Iowa

    67/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  4. #4

    Trisha Crabbs

    LMHC · Des Moines, IA

    64/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  5. #5

    Brit Sweet

    MSW, LISW, LCSW · Telehealth (IA), IA

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    64/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  6. #6

    Kristin B. Bowers

    LMHC · Iowa City, IA

    59/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  7. #7

    Douglas J. Detrick

    LISW, LCSW · Urbandale, IA

    56/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  8. #8

    Shannon Evers

    MSW, LISW · Des Moines, IA

    56/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  9. #9

    Addison Malinski

    LISW · Des Moines, IA

    53/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  10. #10

    Deloria Berks

    LCSW-R · Fairfield, IA

    50/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  11. #11

    Teresa Arnold

    APRN, PMHNP-BC · Des Moines, IA

    49/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  12. #12

    Susie Murray

    PhD, LMHC · Hiawatha, IA

    48/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  13. #13

    Jasey Rebarcak

    LMHC · IA

    47/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  14. #14

    Megan Pierson

    LMHC, LCMHC, LPC · Dubuque, IA

    42/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory
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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 telehealth OCD therapists in Iowa?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Iowa who offer telehealth are Lisa Heiden-Kimball (68/100), Sara E. Wise (67/100) and Judy Nemmers (67/100).

Does ERP for OCD work over telehealth?

Yes. Research on video-delivered ERP shows outcomes similar to in-person treatment for most people, and therapists can guide exposures in your real environment, like your home, car or workplace.

Can I see a telehealth OCD therapist from another state while I'm in Iowa?

Usually only if they are licensed in Iowa or participate in an interstate licensing compact that covers it. Therapists generally need to be licensed where you are physically located during the session. Every provider on this page practices in Iowa.

What should I look for in an OCD therapist?

Look for someone who specifically uses exposure and response prevention (ERP) 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.

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).