If you live with OCD, you know how it can impact every area of your life, from your career to your relationships to your overall well-being. But OCD doesn’t have to control you—with the right treatment, you can learn how to break free from these patterns and finally find relief. Contact Resilience Counseling & Wellness today to get matched with one of our Houston OCD therapists and start healing.

Meet your Houston OCD specialists

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Cole Kiker, MA, LPC

  • Treats OCD ✓
  • Clientele: Adults
  • Location: Houston, TX
  • Virtual therapy: Available

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Kristen Matthews, MS, LPC, NCC

  • Treats OCD ✓ 
  • Clientele: Adults 
  • Location: Houston, TX
  • Virtual therapy: Available

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Sage Laborde, MS, LPC Associate

  • Treats OCD ✓ 
  • Clientele: Adults 
  • Location: Houston, TX
  • Virtual therapy: Available

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Common symptoms of OCD

  • Persistent, unwanted thoughts that feel impossible to control or dismiss
  • Overwhelming urges to perform specific rituals or behaviors to reduce anxiety
  • Spending hours each day on repetitive actions like checking, counting, or cleaning
  • Avoiding certain places, people, or situations that trigger obsessive thoughts
  • Feeling responsible for preventing harm to yourself or others through your actions
  • Experiencing intense guilt, shame, or distress when unable to complete compulsions
  • Having difficulty concentrating on work, relationships, or daily activities due to intrusive thoughts
  • Feeling like you’re “going crazy” or that others wouldn’t understand your experiences

How OCD counseling can help

Breaking the cycle of obsessions and compulsions

Through evidence-based therapies like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), you’ll learn how to face anxiety-provoking situations with more confidence so you no longer have to rely on compulsive behaviors to get you through.

Processing underlying trauma and shame

Many people who live with OCD carry deep shame about their thoughts and behaviors. Therapy provides a safe space to explore these feelings, approach yourself with greater compassion, and process any past experiences that may contribute to your symptoms.

Developing healthier coping strategies

Your therapist will help you build a toolkit of practical skills for managing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and urges without relying on compulsions, leading to greater freedom and flexibility in daily life.

Improving relationships and quality of life

As OCD symptoms decrease, you’ll likely notice positive shifts in your relationships, work performance, and overall quality of life, allowing you to engage more fully with the people and activities you value most.

FAQs about OCD treatment

Look for a therapist with experience supporting people with OCD, as well as specialized training in approaches like ERP or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Since OCD and trauma often go hand-in-hand, it can also be helpful to find a therapist who uses trauma-informed methods. 

Beyond a therapist’s training and experience, it’s also important to find the right personality fit. Part of effective therapy is developing a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable discussing difficult topics. That’s why we offer free consultations—so we can match you with the right therapist for your unique preferences.

ERP is often considered the gold standard treatment for OCD because it helps people build the skills and resilience needed to face uncomfortable emotions without engaging in compulsive behaviors.

However, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach for treating OCD. Our therapists use a blend of evidence-based methods like ERP and CBT, along with trauma-informed approaches like EMDR, to provide a customized therapy experience based on your needs and goals.

Therapy starts with learning more about your background, examining your specific obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors, and building rapport with your therapist. From here, sessions often consist of processing underlying trauma, learning tangible skills you can use to manage overwhelming emotions, and gradually building up your tolerance to anxiety-provoking situations. Our goal is to help you move beyond simply surviving to thriving in your daily life.

Finding the right fit is a key part of OCD treatment. Here are a few reasons why our clients choose us:

  • Therapists specifically trained in OCD and trauma treatment
  • Evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs
  • A trauma-informed, holistic perspective on healing
  • Flexible scheduling options, including evening and weekend appointments

If you’re still not sure whether we’re a good match for your needs, we encourage you to reach out so we can discuss your situation directly.

Simply contact us to schedule a free consultation call where we can discuss your needs and match you with the right therapist. We’ll help you understand our approach and answer any questions about beginning treatment.

Break Free From the Cycle of Doubt & Anxiety

Living with OCD can make you feel trapped in a relentless loop of intrusive thoughts, distressing feelings, and urgent compulsions. While your brain is trying to keep you safe, the constant need for certainty often steals your peace and shrinks your world. Healing isn’t about fighting your thoughts, it’s about changing your relationship with them. By integrating Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) with somatic tools and nervous system regulation, we help you build tolerance for uncertainty, calm physical panic, and reclaim control over your choices and your life.