Best OCD Therapists in New York City, NY (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 193 providers in the New York City area who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. These are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in New York City, from the providers we've verified so far.

193
OCD providers scored
18
score 80 or higher
121
offer telehealth
0
accepting new patients

Narrow it down

Telehealth (121)Treats children & teens (10)LGBTQ+ affirming (43)Spanish-speaking (11)

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

    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

  2. #2

    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

  3. #3

    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

  4. #4

    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

  5. #5

    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

  6. #6

    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

  7. #7

    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

  8. #8

    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

  9. #9

    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

  10. #10

    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

  11. #11

    James Bender

    PsyD · New York (Manhattan), NY

    The Reeds Center

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

  12. #12

    Carlos Rivera

    PhD · New York, NY

    New England Center for OCD and Anxiety (NECOA NY)

    82/ 100
    Spanish-speaking
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  13. #13

    Charissa Chamorro

    PhD · New York (Manhattan), NY

    Central Park West Psychological Consulting / Mount Sinai

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

  14. #14

    Priya Patel

    PsyD · Forest Hills, NY

    Queens OCD & Anxiety Center

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

  15. #15

    Thea Gallagher

    PsyD · New York (Manhattan), NY

    NYU Langone Health

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

  16. #16

    Christine D'Urso

    PhD · Glen Oaks (Queens), NY

    Northwell Health OCD Center at Zucker Hillside Hospital

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

  17. #17

    Andrew Schmidt

    PhD LCSW-R · New York (Manhattan), NY

    City Center Psychotherapy

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

  18. #18

    Anna Edwards

    PhD · New York, NY

    New York Anxiety Treatment (NYAT)

    80/ 100
    Telehealth
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  19. #19

    David Kim

    PsyD · Park Slope, NY

    79/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  20. #20

    Tatyana Mestechkina

    PhD · New York, NY

    CBT for Better Living

    79/ 100
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
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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 City?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in New York City are Helen Blair Simpson (98/100), Avital Falk (96/100) and Scott Waltman (95/100). 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 City?

OLEE has scored 193 providers in New York City who list OCD as a focus. 18 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 City by telehealth?

Yes. 121 of the providers we scored in New York City 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 City?

Yes. 10 providers in New York City 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).