OCD Therapists Accepting New Patients in New York (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

28 OCD specialists in New York appear to be accepting new patients, based on what they publicly list. Waitlists for strong OCD specialists can be long, so starting here can save you weeks. Here are the highest-ranked OCD therapists in New York currently taking new clients.

28
OCD providers scored
0
score 80 or higher
28
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

    Sean McNally

    Licensed Therapist, MMFT · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    61/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  2. #2

    Deanna Villetto

    LCSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    54/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming

  3. #3

    Menatalla Soliman

    Licensed Therapist, MA · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    51/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  4. #4

    Rita Peshko

    LCSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    51/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  5. #5

    Walt Vega

    Licensed Therapist, MS · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    50/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsSpanish-speaking
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  6. #6

    Rob Carey

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    49/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  7. #7

    Kiki Liang

    Licensed Therapist, MA · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    48/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  8. #8

    Michele Anuszkiewicz

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    48/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  9. #9

    Chris Shakalis

    Licensed Therapist, MS · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    48/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  10. #10

    Noah Pollack

    LCSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    48/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  11. #11

    Faigy Lipschitz

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    48/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  12. #12

    Isabel McLaughlin

    Licensed Therapist, MS · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    48/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  13. #13

    Rachel Gordon

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    48/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP

  14. #14

    Gia Lioi

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    46/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming

  15. #15

    Devin MacGillivray

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    45/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients

  16. #16

    Valerie Mardi

    LCSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    45/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients

  17. #17

    Alyza Bailey

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    44/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients

  18. #18

    Brooke Kalman

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    43/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients

  19. #19

    Andrew Fontaine

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    43/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients

  20. #20

    Henry Yang

    Licensed Therapist, MSW · NY

    NOCD / TreatMyOCD

    42/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
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More ways to find OCD help in New York

All OCD therapists in New York418Telehealth (online therapy)273For children & teens21Spanish-speaking22LGBTQ+ affirming69

OCD therapists by city in New York

New York City193Long Island49Westchester & Hudson Valley25

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

Which top OCD therapists in New York are accepting new patients?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in New York who appear to be accepting new patients are Sean McNally (61/100), Deanna Villetto (54/100) and Menatalla Soliman (51/100). Availability changes often, so confirm directly when you reach out.

How do you know a therapist is accepting new patients?

We use what providers publicly state on their profiles and websites. Availability changes quickly, so treat it as a starting point and confirm directly.

What if the OCD specialist I want has a waitlist?

Ask to be added to the waitlist and whether they offer a consultation or group in the meantime. You can also look for a telehealth OCD specialist licensed in your state, which often widens your options considerably.

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).