OCD & Phobias
At Olney Counseling Center, we provide expert, evidence-based treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and phobias in children, teens, and adults. Our therapists serve clients throughout Olney and Montgomery County, Maryland, offering personalized care to help individuals regain control over their thoughts, fears, and daily lives.
- Obsessions: Repeated, unwanted thoughts, images, or urges that cause anxiety
- Compulsions: Behaviors or rituals performed to try to reduce the anxiety caused by obsessions
- Fear of contamination or germs
- Excessive checking (doors, locks, appliances)
- Intrusive thoughts about harm or taboo subjects
- A need for symmetry or exactness
- Compulsive counting, praying, or organizing
What Are Phobias?
A phobia is an intense, irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity that poses little or no actual danger. When left untreated, phobias can limit a person’s life and lead to avoidance behaviors.
Common phobias include:
- Fear of heights (acrophobia)
- Fear of flying (aerophobia)
- Fear of enclosed spaces (claustrophobia)
- Fear of animals, insects, or medical procedures
- Social phobia (social anxiety disorder)
You should consider therapy for OCD or phobias if:
- Your thoughts or fears interfere with daily life
- You avoid people, places, or situations due to anxiety
- You spend an excessive amount of time on rituals or routines
- You feel out of control, stuck, or overwhelmed
- You’ve tried to manage on your own but symptoms continue
At Olney Counseling Center, our licensed therapists offer structured, research-backed treatments to reduce anxiety and restore confidence.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with healthier ones
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP): A gold-standard treatment for OCD and phobias, helping clients gradually face fears in a safe, controlled way
- Mindfulness-Based Strategies: For grounding and emotional regulation
- Psychoeducation: To help clients and families understand the condition and treatment process
- Family or Parent Coaching: Especially important when treating children and teens
All therapy is tailored to your pace, goals, and comfort level.
- Trusted provider of mental health services for over 25 years
- Clinicians trained in the most effective anxiety and OCD treatments
- Support for all ages—children, adolescents, and adults
- Options for in-person and teletherapy sessions
- Conveniently located in Olney, Montgomery County, MD
You Don’t Have to Live in Fear
OCD and phobias are treatable, and progress is possible. With the right therapy and support, you can feel more at ease, more in control, and more connected to your life.
Contact Olney Counseling Center today to schedule a confidential consultation and take the first step toward healing.
