OCD Therapists for Kids & Teens in Pennsylvania (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

10 OCD specialists in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania.

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OCD providers scored
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score 80 or higher
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offer telehealth
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accepting new patients

Top 10 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

    Martin Franklin

    PhD · Plymouth Meeting / Philadelphia, PA

    CHOP (formerly); private practice (Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies for OCD and Anxiety, Plymouth Meeting)

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

  2. #2

    Tamar Chansky

    PhD · Plymouth Meeting (also Chestnut Hill home office; telehealth via doxy.me), PA

    Children's and Adult Center for OCD and Anxiety

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

  3. #3

    Jennifer Moyer

    LPC · Flourtown, PA

    Creative Healing

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

  4. #4

    Jessica Bodie

    PhD · Philadelphia, PA

    CTSA, U Penn

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

  5. #5

    Deborah Roth Ledley

    PhD · Plymouth Meeting, PA

    Children's and Adult Center for OCD and Anxiety

    82/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  6. #6

    Muniya Khanna

    PhD · Plymouth Meeting, PA

    Children's and Adult Center for OCD and Anxiety

    82/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  7. #7

    Sophie Buinewicz

    PhD · Philadelphia, PA

    CTSA, U Penn

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

  8. #8

    Lynne Siqueland

    PhD · Plymouth Meeting, PA

    Children's and Adult Center for OCD and Anxiety

    78/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  9. #9

    Danielle Claassen

    LPC · Bridgeville (Pittsburgh metro), PA

    OCD Spectrum, Inc.

    71/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  10. #10

    Kasey Puleo

    LPC · Bridgeville (Pittsburgh metro), PA

    OCD Spectrum, Inc.

    67/ 100
    Treats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory
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More ways to find OCD help in Pennsylvania

All OCD therapists in Pennsylvania196Telehealth (online therapy)134Accepting new patients30Spanish-speaking5LGBTQ+ affirming43

OCD therapists by city in Pennsylvania

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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 child and teen OCD therapists in Pennsylvania?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Pennsylvania who treat children and adolescents are Martin Franklin (98/100), Tamar Chansky (95/100) and Jennifer Moyer (94/100).

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).