Best OCD Therapists in New York (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 418 providers in New York who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. Here are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in New York, with rankings for each major metro below. Many offer telehealth anywhere in the state.

418
OCD providers scored
35
score 80 or higher
273
offer telehealth
28
accepting new patients

Narrow it down

Telehealth (273)Accepting new patients (28)Treats children & teens (21)LGBTQ+ affirming (69)Spanish-speaking (22)

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

    Fred Penzel

    PhD · Huntington, NY

    Western Suffolk Psychological Services

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

  2. #2

    Fugen Neziroglu

    PhD, ABBP, ABPP · Great Neck, NY

    Bio Behavioral Institute

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

  3. #3

    Helen Blair Simpson

    MD, PhD · New York, NY

    Columbia Center for OCD and Related Disorders

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

  4. #4

    Avital Falk

    PhD · New York (Manhattan), NY

    My OCD Care / Weill Cornell Medicine

    96/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  5. #5

    Scott Waltman

    PsyD · Queens, NY

    Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies

    95/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  6. #6

    Steven Phillipson

    PhD · New York (Manhattan), NY

    Center for Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy

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

  7. #7

    Anthony Pinto

    PhD · Glen Oaks (Queens), NY

    Northwell Health OCD Center at Zucker Hillside Hospital

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

  8. #8

    Sony Khemlani-Patel

    PhD · Great Neck, NY

    Bio Behavioral Institute

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

  9. #9

    Lauren Wadsworth

    PhD ABPP · Rochester, NY

    Genesee Valley Psychology / Meridian Psychology Practice

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

  10. #10

    Elliot Kaminetzky

    PhD · New York (Manhattan), NY

    My OCD Care

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

  11. #11

    Steven Poskar

    MD · New York (Manhattan), NY

    OCD NYC

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

  12. #12

    Ariz Rojas-Cifredo

    PhD · New York (Manhattan), NY

    Central Park West Psychological Consulting / Mount Sinai

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

  13. #13

    Dean McKay

    PhD ABPP · White Plains, NY

    Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Research

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

  14. #14

    Anthony Puliafico

    PhD · Tarrytown, NY

    CUCARD Westchester (Columbia University)

    87/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  15. #15

    Dujardin Bonet

    LCSW-R, MSW · Bronx, NY

    Private Practice

    87/ 100
    Spanish-speaking
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  16. #16

    Elisabeth O'Rourke

    PhD · Albany, NY

    MindWell Albany

    87/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  17. #17

    Steven Brodsky

    PsyD · Bay Shore, NY

    Anxiety & OCD Treatment Center of Long Island

    87/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  18. #18

    Eli Felt

    PhD · Bronx, NY

    Montefiore OCD Program

    87/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  19. #19

    John Silvestre

    LCSW · Irvington, NY

    Private Practice

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

  20. #20

    Joshua Sanchez-Bow

    LCSW · New York, NY

    Archway Psychotherapy NYC

    85/ 100
    TelehealthLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations
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OCD therapists by city in New York

New York City193Long Island49Westchester & Hudson Valley25

Find a specific kind of OCD help in New York

Telehealth (online therapy)273For children & teens21Accepting new patients28Spanish-speaking22LGBTQ+ affirming69

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

Who are the best OCD therapists in New York?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in New York are Fred Penzel (100/100), Fugen Neziroglu (98/100) and Helen Blair Simpson (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 New York?

OLEE has scored 418 providers in New York who list OCD as a focus. 35 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in New York by telehealth?

Yes. 273 of the providers we scored in New York 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 York, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers New York.

Are there OCD therapists for children and teens in New York?

Yes. 21 providers in New York 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).