Best OCD Therapists in Boston, MA (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 129 providers in the Boston area who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. These are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in Boston, from the providers we've verified so far.

129
OCD providers scored
27
score 80 or higher
76
offer telehealth
28
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

    Dr. Sabine Wilhelm

    PhD · Boston, MA

    MGH Center for OCD and Related Disorders (CORD)

    100/ 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. Lisa W. Coyne

    PhD · Cambridge, MA

    New England Center for OCD & Anxiety (NECOA)

    99/ 100
    Accepting new patientsTreats childrenLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  3. #3

    Dr. Jason Krompinger

    PhD, ABPP · Cambridge, MA

    New England Center for OCD & Anxiety (NECOA)

    98/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  4. #4

    Dr. Anne Chosak

    PhD · Boston, MA

    MGH Center for OCD and Related Disorders (CORD)

    96/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  5. #5

    Dr. Darin Dougherty

    MD, MSc · Belmont, MA

    McLean Hospital OCD Institute

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

  6. #6

    Dr. Alyssa Faro

    PhD · Arlington, MA

    McLean Hospital OCDI Jr.

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

  7. #7

    Dr. Martha Falkenstein

    PhD · Belmont, MA

    McLean Hospital OCD Institute

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

  8. #8

    Dr. Erica Greenberg

    MD · Boston, MA

    MGH Pediatric Psychiatry OCD/Tic Program

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

  9. #9

    Dr. Daniel Geller

    MBBS, FRACP · Boston, MA

    MGH Pediatric Psychiatry OCD/Tic Program

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

  10. #10

    Dr. Jenifer Cullen

    PhD · Belmont, MA

    McLean Hospital OCD Institute

    90/ 100
    Accepting new patientsTreats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  11. #11

    Dr. Nathaniel Van Kirk

    PhD · Belmont, MA

    McLean Hospital OCD Institute

    90/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  12. #12

    Dr. Jennifer Alosso

    PsyD · Arlington, MA

    Private Practice

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

  13. #13

    Dr. Elyse Stewart

    PhD · Cambridge, MA

    New England Center for OCD & Anxiety (NECOA)

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

  14. #14

    Dr. Evelyn Gould

    PhD, BCBA-D · Cambridge, MA

    New England Center for OCD & Anxiety (NECOA)

    88/ 100
    LGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  15. #15

    Dr. Natasha Bailen

    PhD · Boston, MA

    MGH Center for OCD and Related Disorders (CORD)

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

  16. #16

    Dr. Ryan Jacoby

    PhD · Boston, MA

    MGH Center for OCD and Related Disorders (CORD)

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

  17. #17

    Dr. Sarah Coe-Odess

    PhD · Boston, MA

    MGH Center for OCD and Related Disorders (CORD)

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

  18. #18

    Dr. Jolie Pepperman

    PhD · Cambridge, MA

    New England Center for OCD & Anxiety (NECOA)

    85/ 100
    Accepting new patientsTreats childrenLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  19. #19

    Alexander Solodyna

    PsyD · Watertown, MA

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

  20. #20

    Dr. Joshua Salvi

    MD, PhD · Boston, MA

    MGH Center for OCD and Related Disorders (CORD)

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

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Boston are Dr. Sabine Wilhelm (100/100), Dr. Lisa W. Coyne (99/100) and Dr. Jason Krompinger (98/100). 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 Boston?

OLEE has scored 129 providers in Boston who list OCD as a focus. 27 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in Boston by telehealth?

Yes. 76 of the providers we scored in Boston offer telehealth. A therapist generally needs to be licensed in the state where you are located during sessions, so look for one licensed in Massachusetts, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers Massachusetts.

Are there OCD therapists for children and teens in Boston?

Yes. 13 providers in Boston 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).