What Members are saying about NOCD

I can honestly say that Vannia Duran has changed my life. This is my second time working with NOCD. The first time, I was skeptical. I didn't believe a program like this could really help me, and because of that, I never truly gave it a chance and was lien g to myself so I quite.  Eventually, my OCD began to spiral out of control, and my compulsions became much worse so much so that I had to do something so I started NOCD again and this time made a real commitment to it I was very fortunate to find  Vannia Duran.  IN speaking to her she stated that she herself has OCD. Because of that, I feel she has a deep understanding of what people with OCD are truly going through. That is not to say that other therapists don't know what they are doing—they absolutely do. It's just difficult to put into words the amount of control OCD had over my life and how isolating it can feel. I firmly believe that the people best equipped to help you overcome obstacles are often those who have faced those same obstacles themselves. If you've never sat in that same seat, so to speak, it's hard to fully understand all of the struggles, setbacks, and emotions that come with it. Of course, that's just my personal opinion. I remember telling Vannia that I felt like I was two people: me with OCD and me my true self. She immediately understood exactly what I meant and made me feel completely at ease. She gave me practical tools to manage my fears, compulsions, and anxiety—tools I had never learned before. This time, I made a commitment to trust the process and do the work. Vannia played a tremendous role in helping me come to terms with my OCD. Today, my anxiety and compulsions are almost nonexistent. During one of our conversations, I asked her how she overcame her own OCD. She told me that when OCD shows up, she challenges it head-on and chooses not to engage with it. That simple but powerful mindset completely changed the way I approached my own OCD. Now, when I encounter a situation that could trigger an OCD episode, I do exactly what Vannia does—I choose not to engage. The analogy I often use is the movie A Beautiful Mind, based on the life of John Nash. Over time, Nash learned not to engage with the hallucinations caused by his schizophrenia. While OCD and schizophrenia are very different conditions, the idea of recognizing something without giving it your attention resonates with me. Like Vannia, I choose not to engage with OCD when it tries to pull me in. That simple lesson, combined with all of the tools Vannia taught me, has been life-changing. I am incredibly grateful for everything she has done for me. She helped me take back control of my life, and I truly don't know where I would be without her guidance. If there were more people in the world like Vannia, it would truly be a much better place.

Aswini is an amazing therapist who really cares. She has worked with me not only on OCD but maladaptive daydreaming as well. Aswini never makes me feel judged and I am comfortable being honest with her. I have made more progress with Aswini than any of my previous therapists combined.

Great and patient, listener, who genuinely wants to help you improve your condition so you can live a good quality life, Chris is a great therapist

Consistent in being warm and helpful throughout all sessions, offers constructive feedback and criticism, always leaves me feeling empowered rather than hopeless at the end of sessions. checks in on me lots and demonstrates deep levels of concern and willingness to help. Truly feels like someone is there for me, whereas last therapist was sort of wishy-washy in support, and knows that I can make differences in my life! :) Kindness doesn't go unnoticed, and I feel like we are developing a positive relationship so that although I'm not messaging him as frequently anymore, I still feel supported by strategies that he suggests and the erp we have completed. Genuinely has helped me get back up on my feet somewhat and not constantly being self hating, and for that he should be commended :)

Stephaney is absolutely amazing. She has helped me out from my darkest point and I have learned so many tools to use for my ocd. She is a wealth of knowledge and an excellent therapist.

"I highly recommend Shawn Williams to anyone seeking a truly skilled and dedicated therapist. What sets her apart is her exceptional ability to listen actively and catch the details that others might miss. She frequently connects the dots between our sessions, showing a deep understanding of my personal history and goals. This level of attentiveness has created a highly effective environment for my growth. It is a wonderful feeling to know you’ve found a practitioner who is fully invested in your well-being."

It’s rare to find a therapist like Morgan and I’m so thankful I did. She is kind, patient, and truly makes you feel seen and understood. I’m so grateful for the way she supports me, challenges me, and sits with me through the hard moments. Thanks to her guidance, I finally feel confident that I can reach my goals.

Krista has absolutely opened my eyes and changed my life in so many ways since starting with her several weeks ago. I had no idea OCD was controlling me in nearly every aspect of my life, but Krista has stayed steady and consistent with me while also holding me accountable and ensuring that I understand that I will only see results with the work I put in between sessions. I am so grateful for her patience and consistency. I am so grateful for her and know I can reclaim my life, slowly with work.

georgiana is absolutely amazing. i’ve completed 4 erp sessions with her and she truly pays attention and makes sure to go at a pace that works best for you.

David is truly an excellent therapist. He gets every subtle nuance and he really pays attention to everything you say. He genuinely cares and he seamlessly is able to clinically diagnose what is happening but also display empathy and keep things steered in the right direction simultaneously. I feel very blessed to have his expertise and guidance.

I love my therapist! She has helped me so much! Nathalie is the best!

James has been the biggest help in my journey. He is so supportive and validating while also ensuring to not feed into my reassurance seeking tendencies. He goes above and beyond to create a safe environment to talk about anything that is coming up, totally free of judgement. I have worked with James for about 7 months now and I feel better than I ever have before. I would recommend NOCD but specifically James Watza to anyone looking for a deep, personal connection with a therapist who truly cares and understands.

Autumn listens with compassion and helps me get motivated to do the work. For example, because I was working with her today. I am making a breakthrough in getting rid of clothes that I struggle with keeping.

Well the session was about finding out about my self with some questions and Frankie helped me a lot simplifying the questions for me to answer them !

I’ve been working with her for 2 years now. The way she remembers the tiniest details about me - makes me feel so seen and heard. Literally went through the rollercoaster of life with her. Found me at my bottom and slowly has turned me into someone who will not go back to that dark place. I’m so grateful to have met her

I can't say enough wonderful things about my therapist. Working with her has truly changed my life. When I first started therapy, I was struggling with anxiety and trichotillomania, and I honestly didn't know if things could get better. Through her patience, kindness, and guidance, she helped me make progress I never thought was possible. Using Habit Reversal Training, she gave me practical tools that helped me regain control in a way that felt achievable and empowering. More than that, she created a space where I always felt safe, heard, and never judged. She celebrated every step forward with me and helped me through the setbacks with so much compassion. Because of her support, I feel like I've gotten my life back. I'm leaving therapy feeling stronger, more confident, and equipped with skills I'll carry with me for years to come. I will always be incredibly grateful for everything she's done for me, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist who genuinely cares and has the ability to make a lasting difference in someone's life.

She is so funny! Remembers a lot, takes great notes to summarize the main points of my long rants, and she gently nudges me to do my exposures sometimes with sarcasm I know is for the best. I talk about her to my friends and everyone agrees she’s the best therapist I’ve ever had. So grateful for the changes I’ve made in my life due to NOCD and I am excited (and very nervous) for future exposures I’ll learn to overcome as well.

Lisa Marie Porter is absolutely an amazing therapist. She has helped me and taught me so much. I’m so thankful for all our time together and I can’t speak more highly of her and her care and seriousness for helping her pts. This women discover all the praise!

Kim has been incredibly helpful throughout this ERP journey. She has taught me how to better sit with uncertainty while being knowledgeable and empathetic. I have seen a significant decrease in my OCD symptoms over the course of the last two months by continuously trying to use the tools she's shared.

I love Maria. Always look so forward to see her . She has helped me tremendously . She always meets me right where I am at. I often leave her sessions with some helpful homework.