OCD Therapists Accepting New Patients in Maryland (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

24 OCD specialists in Maryland appear to be accepting new patients, based on what they publicly list. Waitlists for strong OCD specialists can be long, so starting here can save you weeks. Here are the highest-ranked OCD therapists in Maryland currently taking new clients.

24
OCD providers scored
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score 80 or higher
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offer telehealth
24
accepting new patients

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

    Jon Hershfield

    MFT, LCMFT · Baltimore, MD

    The Center for OCD and Anxiety at Sheppard Pratt

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

  2. #2

    Dr. Kevin Young

    PhD · Virtual/Statewide, MD

    Maryland OCD & Anxiety Therapy (MOAT)

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

  3. #3

    Dr. David Yood

    PsyD · Virtual/Statewide, MD

    Maryland OCD & Anxiety Therapy (MOAT)

    86/ 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. Michael Lent

    PhD · Virtual/Statewide, MD

    Maryland OCD & Anxiety Therapy (MOAT)

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

  5. #5

    Yisrael

    LPC · Baltimore, MD

    Behavioral Health Direct

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

  6. #6

    Dr. Nathaniel Eckland

    PhD · Bethesda, MD

    Private Practice

    76/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  7. #7

    Maura Tunney

    LCSW-C · Ellicott City, MD

    Maura Tunney, LCSW-C (Private Practice)

    74/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  8. #8

    Kim Haddock

    LCPC · Pikesville, MD

    Connected Care Behavioral Health

    73/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  9. #9

    Judy Wang

    LCPC, CPC · Virtual/Statewide, MD

    Healing Hearts Counseling LLC

    72/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  10. #10

    Crystal Liu

    MA · Virtual/Statewide, MD

    Maryland OCD & Anxiety Therapy (MOAT)

    71/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  11. #11

    Sasha Flowers

    MA · Virtual/Statewide, MD

    Maryland OCD & Anxiety Therapy (MOAT)

    71/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  12. #12

    Irene Regalario

    MA · Virtual/Statewide, MD

    Maryland OCD & Anxiety Therapy (MOAT)

    71/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  13. #13

    Sarah Kohli

    MS, LCPC · Virtual/Statewide, MD

    NOCD

    68/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  14. #14

    Leana DeVoe

    MA, LMHC · Virtual/Statewide, MD

    NOCD

    68/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  15. #15

    Gaelle Nyasa

    PMHNP, CRNP · Columbia, MD

    Caritas Behavioral Health Services

    62/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients

  16. #16

    Brendan Carroll

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · MD

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    49/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients

  17. #17

    Jessica Williams

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · MD

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    49/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  18. #18

    Merlyn Matthews

    LCPC · MD

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    48/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  19. #19

    Olubunmi Ayodele

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · MD

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    43/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients

  20. #20

    Sonia Sherlekar

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · MD

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    43/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
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More ways to find OCD help in Maryland

All OCD therapists in Maryland135Telehealth (online therapy)96For children & teens10LGBTQ+ affirming34

OCD therapists by city in Maryland

Baltimore45Montgomery County29Annapolis5

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

Which top OCD therapists in Maryland are accepting new patients?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Maryland who appear to be accepting new patients are Jon Hershfield (97/100), Dr. Kevin Young (88/100) and Dr. David Yood (86/100). Availability changes often, so confirm directly when you reach out.

How do you know a therapist is accepting new patients?

We use what providers publicly state on their profiles and websites. Availability changes quickly, so treat it as a starting point and confirm directly.

What if the OCD specialist I want has a waitlist?

Ask to be added to the waitlist and whether they offer a consultation or group in the meantime. You can also look for a telehealth OCD specialist licensed in your state, which often widens your options considerably.

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).