OCD Therapists for Kids & Teens in Missouri (2026)
OLEE Index · Updated November 2026
12 OCD specialists in Missouri list children or adolescents among the people they treat. For kids and teens, the most effective approach is ERP adapted for their age, usually with parents involved to reduce family accommodation. Here are the highest-ranked pediatric OCD therapists in Missouri.
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Top 12 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.
Most therapists who list OCD were never trained in the treatment that works. Here’s how to find one who was.
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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.
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.
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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.
Who are the best child and teen OCD therapists in Missouri?
Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Missouri who treat children and adolescents are Dr. Shanda Curiel (91/100), Angela Adamson Springer (88/100) and Samantha Kranzberg Simonetti (82/100).
What is the best treatment for OCD in children?
Exposure and response prevention (ERP), adapted for the child’s age and usually involving parents, is the first-line treatment. For moderate to severe OCD, an SSRI may be added. Family-based approaches that reduce accommodation at home are an important part of care.
At what age can a child start OCD therapy?
Children as young as five or six can benefit from ERP adapted to their level, with parents playing a large role. Look for a clinician who specifically lists children or adolescents and describes family involvement.
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).