Best OCD Therapists in Northern New Jersey, NJ (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 38 providers in the Northern New Jersey area who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. These are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in Northern New Jersey, from the providers we've verified so far.

38
OCD providers scored
9
score 80 or higher
23
offer telehealth
11
accepting new patients

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Telehealth (23)Accepting new patients (11)Treats children & teens (1)LGBTQ+ affirming (5)

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

    Cynthia Radnitz

    Ph.D., A-CBT · Rochelle Park, NJ

    CBT Specialists of NJ

    93/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  2. #2

    Sue Schonberg

    Ph.D., ABPP · Summit, NJ

    Cognitive Therapy & Consultation, LLC

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

  3. #3

    Ezra Cowan

    PsyD · Ramsey, NJ

    Center for OCD & Misophonia

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

  4. #4

    Janine Elliott

    LCSW · Morristown, NJ

    Private Practice

    83/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  5. #5

    Tina Sherry

    PsyD · Wyckoff, NJ

    North Jersey Center for CBT (NJCCBT)

    82/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  6. #6

    Dana Colthart

    LCSW · Englewood, NJ

    Clear Light Therapy

    82/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  7. #7

    Lynn Mollick

    Ph.D. · Cranford, NJ

    Cognitive Behavioral Psychologists of NJ

    81/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  8. #8

    Milton Spett

    Ph.D. · Cranford, NJ

    Cognitive Behavioral Psychologists of NJ

    81/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  9. #9

    Eliyahu Serkez

    LCSW · Upper Saddle River, NJ

    Anxiety, OCD & Misophonia Therapy

    80/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  10. #10

    Stacy Smith

    MS, LPC · Bergen County, NJ

    Stacy Smith Counseling

    78/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  11. #11

    Stacy Santacrocce

    LCSW/LPC · Madison, NJ

    Anxiety Institute

    75/ 100
    Accepting new patientsTreats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  12. #12

    Julie DiMatteo

    PhD, ABPP · Rochelle Park, NJ

    72/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  13. #13

    Robyn L. Stern

    LCSW · Bergen County, NJ

    Private Practice

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

  14. #14

    Shaun DeMauro

    PsyD · Bergen County, NJ

    Summit Psychotherapy and Wellness Center

    67/ 100

  15. #15

    Charity Truong

    PsyD · Florham Park, NJ

    65/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  16. #16

    Shmaya (Steven) E. Krinsky

    PsyD · Teaneck, NJ

    64/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  17. #17

    Nina Rifkind

    LCSW · Denville, NJ

    62/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  18. #18

    Alexandra Morris

    PsyD · Morristown, NJ

    62/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  19. #19

    Karen Nadel

    PsyD · Closter, NJ

    61/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  20. #20

    Karen Landsman

    PhD · Chatham, NJ

    61/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓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 Northern New Jersey?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Northern New Jersey are Cynthia Radnitz (93/100), Sue Schonberg (92/100) and Ezra Cowan (92/100). 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 Northern New Jersey?

OLEE has scored 38 providers in Northern New Jersey who list OCD as a focus. 9 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in Northern New Jersey by telehealth?

Yes. 23 of the providers we scored in Northern New Jersey offer telehealth. A therapist generally needs to be licensed in the state where you are located during sessions, so look for one licensed in New Jersey, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers New Jersey.

Are there OCD therapists for children and teens in Northern New Jersey?

Yes. 1 providers in Northern New Jersey 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).