Laura Smestad

What we verified

This provider doesn’t just treat OCD — they advance how it’s understood. They meet virtually every signal we look for.

• Documents exactly how they use ERP with patients
• Explains hierarchy-based exposure approach
• Listed on the International OCD Foundation directory
• OCD-dedicated practice — not a generalist
• Published peer-reviewed OCD research
• Completed specialized OCD training
• Runs Informed OCD Counseling
• Career built around OCD and anxiety treatment
• Discusses OCD subtypes with clinical depth publicly