Best OCD Therapists in Tennessee (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 82 providers in Tennessee who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. Here are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in Tennessee, with rankings for each major metro below. Many offer telehealth anywhere in the state.

82
OCD providers scored
15
score 80 or higher
44
offer telehealth
30
accepting new patients

Narrow it down

Telehealth (44)Accepting new patients (30)Treats children & teens (3)LGBTQ+ affirming (35)

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

    Dr. Amy Mariaskin

    PhD · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

    99/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  2. #2

    Jessica Cameron

    LCSW, BC-TMH, PMH-C · Nashville, TN

    Nashville Clinical Therapist PLLC

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

  3. #3

    Chris Pursell

    LCSW · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

    88/ 100
    Accepting new patientsTreats childrenLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  4. #4

    Dr. Kiesa Kelly

    PhD · Knoxville, TN

    ScienceWorks Behavioral Healthcare

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

  5. #5

    Kelly Flanagan

    MA, LPC-MHSP · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

    85/ 100
    LGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  6. #6

    Meredith Wilson

    LCSW · Nashville, TN

    In Therapy

    84/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  7. #7

    Emily DeSalvatore

    MS, LPC-MHSP · Nashville, TN

    Nashville Anxiety and Performance Counseling

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

  8. #8

    Dr. Lindsay Ives

    PhD · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

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

  9. #9

    Dr. Judy Mier Pichette

    PhD · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

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

  10. #10

    Dr. Daniel McBride

    PhD · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

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

  11. #11

    Dr. Hillary Freshley

    PsyD · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

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

  12. #12

    Paul Jamison

    MS, LPC-MHSP · Nashville, TN

    Paul Jamison Counseling / NOATC

    81/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  13. #13

    Ben Craft

    MS, LPC-MHSP · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

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

  14. #14

    Courtney Bottoms-Gustafson

    MEd, LPC-MHSP · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

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

  15. #15

    Dorrie Williams

    MEd, LPC · Brentwood, TN

    Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center

    80/ 100
    Accepting new patientsTreats childrenLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  16. #16

    Adam Kuykendall

    MA, LPC-MHSP · Nashville, TN

    NOCD

    78/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  17. #17

    Kelly Sheets

    MA, LPC · Nashville, TN

    NOCD

    78/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  18. #18

    Kelsey Eleniewski

    MS, LPC · Nashville, TN

    NOCD

    78/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  19. #19

    Georgiana Coffman

    MSW, LCSW, LICSW · Nashville, TN

    NOCD

    78/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory

  20. #20

    Auslyn Thomas

    MA, LPC · Nashville, TN

    NOCD

    78/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Listed in the IOCDF directory
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OCD therapists by city in Tennessee

Nashville34Franklin19Knoxville6

Find a specific kind of OCD help in Tennessee

Telehealth (online therapy)44Accepting new patients30LGBTQ+ affirming35

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 Tennessee?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Tennessee are Dr. Amy Mariaskin (99/100), Jessica Cameron (91/100) and Chris Pursell (88/100). 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 Tennessee?

OLEE has scored 82 providers in Tennessee who list OCD as a focus. 15 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in Tennessee by telehealth?

Yes. 44 of the providers we scored in Tennessee offer telehealth. A therapist generally needs to be licensed in the state where you are located during sessions, so look for one licensed in Tennessee, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers Tennessee.

Are there OCD therapists for children and teens in Tennessee?

Yes. 3 providers in Tennessee 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).