Best OCD Therapists in Montgomery County, MD (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 29 providers in the Montgomery County area who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. These are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in Montgomery County, from the providers we've verified so far.

29
OCD providers scored
1
score 80 or higher
24
offer telehealth
1
accepting new patients

Narrow it down

Telehealth (24)Accepting new patients (1)Treats children & teens (4)LGBTQ+ affirming (15)Spanish-speaking (2)

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

    Dr. Michelle Gryczkowski

    PhD · Bethesda, MD

    New Hope Anxiety & OCD Center

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

  2. #2

    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

  3. #3

    Morgan Benner

    PhD · Rockville, MD

    73/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  4. #4

    Karina Tuohy

    PsyD · Gaithersburg, MD

    Orchard Mental Health Group

    71/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  5. #5

    Dina Siegel

    PsyD · Silver Spring, MD

    71/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  6. #6

    Aliza Graber

    LCSW-C · Rockville, MD

    The Woolf Center

    69/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  7. #7

    Selena C. Snow

    PhD · Rockville, MD

    67/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  8. #8

    Julia Goolsby

    PhD · Gaithersburg, MD

    66/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  9. #9

    Hannah Breckenridge

    LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW · Rockville, MD

    66/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  10. #10

    Elana Woolf

    LCPC · Rockville, MD

    The Woolf Center

    66/ 100
    Treats children

  11. #11

    Sahar Esfahani

    PhD · Bethesda, MD

    63/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  12. #12

    Melissa Murphy

    LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, C-DBT · Bethesda, MD

    62/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  13. #13

    Joyce L. Robbins

    LCSW · Potomac, MD

    61/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirmingSpanish-speaking
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  14. #14

    Jeannette M. Reid

    PhD · Rockville, MD

    61/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  15. #15

    John Chamberlain

    PhD · Silver Spring, MD

    60/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  16. #16

    Kari Ayoroa

    LPCC-S, LCPC, LPC, LPC, CIMHP, CCTP, CCATP · Bethesda, MD

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

  17. #17

    Lisa Sanchez

    PhD · Bethesda, MD

    59/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  18. #18

    Monroe Rayburn

    PhD · Silver Spring, MD

    58/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  19. #19

    Kristin Bianchi

    PhD · Rockville, MD

    57/ 100
    Spanish-speaking
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  20. #20

    Erica G. Moran Etter

    PhD · Germantown, MD

    56/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory
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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 Montgomery County?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Montgomery County are Dr. Michelle Gryczkowski (89/100), Dr. Nathaniel Eckland (76/100) and Morgan Benner (73/100). 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 Montgomery County?

OLEE has scored 29 providers in Montgomery County who list OCD as a focus. 1 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in Montgomery County by telehealth?

Yes. 24 of the providers we scored in Montgomery County offer telehealth. A therapist generally needs to be licensed in the state where you are located during sessions, so look for one licensed in Maryland, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers Maryland.

Are there OCD therapists for children and teens in Montgomery County?

Yes. 4 providers in Montgomery County 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).