Yes! I work with both men and women, and I tailor treatment to each person’s specific symptoms, goals, and lived experience. OCD can show up very differently from one person to the next, which is why individualized care is essential.

If you’re unsure whether your specific concerns fit, feel free to reach out. A brief conversation can help clarify whether this approach is right for you.

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I work with adults ages 18 and up. Many clients come in feeling uncertain about whether their struggles are “serious enough” or whether they truly have OCD — both are very common concerns, and part of our work is sorting through that together.

If you’re questioning whether what you’re experiencing might be OCD, that’s often a good sign to start a conversation.

Many people with OCD aren’t sure that what they’re experiencing “counts” as OCD. Doubting the diagnosis, minimizing symptoms, or worrying that you’re exaggerating is actually very common with OCD itself.

OCD isn’t just about visible compulsions — it can involve intrusive thoughts, mental rituals, reassurance-seeking, avoidance, or patterns that feel hard to disengage from even when you know they don’t make sense. If your thoughts feel sticky, distressing, or difficult to let go of, it’s worth exploring whether OCD may be playing a role.

A first conversation isn’t about labeling you — it’s about understanding what’s happening and whether an ERP-based approach would be helpful.

ERP does involve facing discomfort, but it’s done gradually, collaboratively, and at a pace that feels stretching — not overwhelming. The goal isn’t to flood you with anxiety, but to help you learn that anxiety can rise and fall on its own without needing to be controlled.

Many clients notice that anxiety may increase briefly during exposures, but decreases more meaningfully and consistently over time as the brain learns new patterns. You are never forced into exposures you’re not ready for, and progress is adjusted based on your experience.

The focus of ERP is not distress — it’s long-term relief and increased freedom.

Absolutely! No matter the content of your OCD thoughts/urges/feelings ERP can help!

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Sessions typically last about 50–55 minutes. This allows enough time to understand what you’re experiencing, work through ERP strategies, and plan concrete steps you can practice between sessions.

For OCD treatment, consistency and structure matter more than session length alone. We’ll move at a pace that feels challenging but manageable.

Yes — I offer secure virtual sessions for clients anywhere in Tennessee. Many clients prefer telehealth because it allows more flexibility and reduces barriers to getting started.

Virtual ERP is just as effective as in-person therapy for many people, especially when sessions are structured and skills are practiced between meetings.

Not at this time. Many clients choose private pay because ERP treatment often requires flexibility and session structure that insurance plans can limit.

I’m happy to provide detailed receipts (superbills) that you can submit for possible out-of-network reimbursement, depending on your plan. If cost is a concern, we can talk through options and frequency to find a sustainable approach.

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Getting started is simple and low-pressure. You can fill out the contact form or call/text (865) 670-0988. I’ll personally follow up to answer your questions, explain what the first session looks like, and help you decide if this is the right next step.

There’s no obligation — just a chance to talk and see if this feels like a good fit.

CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is a broad type of therapy that focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) is a specific method within CBT that is considered the most effective treatment for OCD, where people gradually face their fears and practice not doing the compulsions that usually follow.