Best OCD Therapists in Seattle, WA (2026)

OLEE Index · Updated November 2026

We scored 95 providers in the Seattle area who say they treat OCD, using only public evidence of real OCD expertise. These are the highest-ranked OCD therapists and specialists in Seattle, from the providers we've verified so far.

95
OCD providers scored
19
score 80 or higher
51
offer telehealth
39
accepting new patients

Narrow it down

Telehealth (51)Accepting new patients (39)Treats children & teens (18)LGBTQ+ affirming (27)Spanish-speaking (2)

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

    Travis L. Osborne

    Ph.D., ABPP · Seattle, WA

    Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle (EBTCS)

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

  2. #2

    Stacy Shaw Welch

    M.S., Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    Private Practice (formerly EBTCS)

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

  3. #3

    Adina Aldea

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    West Coast Anxiety Clinic

    99/ 100
    TelehealthAccepting new patientsTreats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  4. #4

    Danny O'Rourke

    Ph.D., ABPP · Seattle, WA

    Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle (EBTCS)

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

  5. #5

    Laura Smestad

    Ph.D., LMHC, NCC · Seattle, WA

    Informed OCD Counseling

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

  6. #6

    Theresa Chiu

    MSSW, LICSW · Seattle, WA

    Olympic OCD Services

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

  7. #7

    Jennifer Tininenko

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle (EBTCS)

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

  8. #8

    Jennifer Yeh

    LMHC · Seattle, WA

    Seattle Anxiety Specialists

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

  9. #9

    Chris Russo

    LICSW · Seattle, WA

    Seattle Anxiety Specialists

    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

  10. #10

    Ariel Ravid

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle (EBTCS)

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

  11. #11

    Maggie Bromberg

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    CAPSS — Child & Adolescent Psychological Services of Seattle

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

  12. #12

    Cesalie Taylor Stepney

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    CAPSS — Child & Adolescent Psychological Services of Seattle

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

  13. #13

    Emily Bond

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle (EBTCS)

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

  14. #14

    Karen Pang

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle (EBTCS)

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

  15. #15

    Claire Metzner

    Psy.D. · Seattle, WA

    Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle (EBTCS)

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

  16. #16

    Amy Bohlander

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    CAPSS — Child & Adolescent Psychological Services of Seattle

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

  17. #17

    Rayna Mitchell-Rose

    MSW, LICSW · Bellevue, WA

    Private Practice

    81/ 100
    Accepting new patients
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice

  18. #18

    Lisa Shimomaeda

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle (EBTCS)

    80/ 100
    Accepting new patientsTreats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  19. #19

    Ghina Haidar

    Ph.D. · Seattle, WA

    Evidence Based Treatment Centers of Seattle (EBTCS)

    80/ 100
    Accepting new patientsTreats children
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
    ✓Specialized OCD training or affiliations

  20. #20

    Lindsey Ferris

    LICSW · Seattle, WA

    Talk. Heal. Thrive. Psychotherapy

    79/ 100
    Accepting new patientsLGBTQ+ affirming
    ✓Strong, specific evidence of ERP
    ✓OCD is a core focus of the practice
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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 Seattle?

Based on the OLEE Index, the highest-scoring OCD specialists in Seattle are Travis L. Osborne (100/100), Stacy Shaw Welch (99/100) and Adina Aldea (99/100). 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 Seattle?

OLEE has scored 95 providers in Seattle who list OCD as a focus. 19 of them score 80 or higher, meaning strong public evidence of OCD-specific training and ERP.

Can I see an OCD therapist in Seattle by telehealth?

Yes. 51 of the providers we scored in Seattle offer telehealth. A therapist generally needs to be licensed in the state where you are located during sessions, so look for one licensed in Washington, or one who participates in an interstate licensing compact that covers Washington.

Are there OCD therapists for children and teens in Seattle?

Yes. 18 providers in Seattle 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).