What Members are saying about NOCD

Daniel is excellent at being compassionate yet challenging in a constructive manner. I’ve had significant progress already, and I’m excited to continue improving through his help. I highly recommend!

I had an extremely traumatic and painful experience with Mr. Sevostyanov at NOCD. I was assigned this clinician in September 2025, and he immediately acknowledged his understanding of my autism spectrum and ADHD diagnoses. I explicitly stated I require precise, literal instructions and neither read nor talk between the lines. Despite this and until I specifically requested it, the provider conducted only a single ERP session before ordering me to practice on my own, stating we "need to do other things." At the same time, he refused to explain core therapeutic concepts, such as what engagement with memory means, how uncertainty applies, or what anxiety actually is. I have no idea how “not to engage with a memory” without pushing it away. The remainder of my sessions were devoted to endless interrogations, including utterly irrelevant topics and those I explicitly labeled as taboo, without any justification. Specifically, he forced the subject of death upon me, despite it being completely inapplicable to my real symptoms. All of my objections were forcefully overridden with phrases like "Just sign it!", "Do it anyway!” as well as the abrupt subject changes leading to two major autistic shutdowns. One of these shutdowns rendered me completely non-verbal during a session. I repeatedly informed the provider that I was being severely incapacitated by this treatment/unable to make any therapy-related decisions. I missed a job deadline application of February 28, 2026, which I was preparing for over the last several months. In April of 2026, shortly after wishing me a happy birthday, the clinician proceeded with involuntary discharge despite my previous written objections. This immediately severed my ability to ask follow-up questions or even browse the patient support groups. I contacted the patient advocacy and begged to reverse the discharge. I was hoping to retain some minimal support during a crisis. However, the clinical leadership had denied my request. As a result, I am currently severely disabled and getting progressively worse, incapable of leaving the house without a trusted companion, and financially harmed. This is a drastic difference with my former, pre-NOCD self, from June of last year, when I travelled overseas on my own. Most recently, I learned I need to repeat a medical procedure. Mr. Sevostyanov’s unconsented invasion into my private space immediately flooded my mind: "Every procedure is inherently risky. It could result in disability. It could even result in death," and "So. Let’s discuss death!". I’m unable to contact the hospital as I’m completely paralyzed by this forced and previously irrelevant subject.

Nida is amazing, her energy is very grounding. At the same time she is very intentional about the ERP we do in session and comes up with great exposures. I feel myself making progress with each session and I’m grateful to have her insight along the way.

Jessi never makes me feel judged even on topics that it can be hard not to judge myself. It's not a quick fix but I get the feeling Jessi will get me to a better place.

I started therapy with Anna last Thursday and it felt so good to start and she was so easy to talk to and open up too. Felt like I was in a safe space and didn’t feel judged at all. Can’t wait to continue down this journey or self healing!

Carla is amazing! She listens and helps me sort my thoughts and then leads me to genuine breakthroughs. Working with her has changed my life!

Brooks always brings his 100% attention to the table at each appointment. His compassion, integrity, and true passion make him an excellent choice that's hard to beat!

Wally is excellent. Very supportive and gives great direction and guidance. Also a great listener. Feel grateful to have Wally as my therapist.

Jason has been a great supporter in my PTSD and OCD therapies,I reached conquerer status in PTSD and he really made me feel special

I've worked with some great therapists over the years, but none have been such a perfect fit for me like Alison. I thank my lucky stars every day that I found her! 10/10, no notes. Never letting her go.

Steven is the best therapist there is. He is the only one that could sense my bullshit and my avoidance and is actually helping me. He’s caring but tough in the best way! Love him!

The NOCD program has given me back my life. My therapist, Jacqueline Galvez, is beyond phenomenal. I am autistic, so it is important that information is explained well to me and that my questions are satisfactorily answered because I operate in a place of logic. Jacqueline automatically does this in a succinct but warm way without judgment. I thought it would take months of treatment to see growth, but I learn new tools every session and feel such optimism now! I am so grateful for her, her knowledge, and the program. It REALLY WORKS. :)

The NOCD program has given me back my life. My therapist, Jacqueline Galvez, is beyond phenomenal. I am autistic, so it is important that information is explained well to me and that my questions are satisfactorily answered because I operate in a place of logic. Jacqueline automatically does this in a succinct but kind and warm way without judgment. I thought it would take months of treatment to see growth, but I learn new tools every session and feel such optimism now! I am so grateful for her, her knowledge, and the program. It REALLY WORKS. :)

Aaron is amazing. He is the best. He is very educated, intelligent and most of all compassionate. He is the best therapist ever.

Anja is very knowledgeable about OCD. She has a relaxed demeanor and a sense of humor. I am regaining my confidence thanks to Anja.

Melissa is the therapist I've been looking for for the past several years. She understands OCD, and how to treat it, but also brings the qualities from a psychotherapist I was looking for. She is kind, compassionate, non-judgmental, insightful, and wise. I am so grateful to have Melissa as my therapist. I met her about a year ago - at this time my ocd was better, but I felt I hit a wall for improvement. I am now stable and feel capable and equipped with the tools to manage what comes up.

Margeaux always makes me feel heard. She was kind, attentive, patient, and helpful. I appreciate that she meets me where I am at on my progress. I was away on vacation and felt like I was not fully on track since it’s been a while, but I feel better now having specific homework before my next session.

Laura Carson has been extremely helpful in helping me nail down some behaviors that were holding me back. I’m very grateful I found her on NOCD.

Learning that I have OCD was very difficult for me, but thanks to Sonya, I am fighting every day. Sonya is an excellent therapist; she always has the right answer for every situation. She is professional and very intelligent, and she is truly helping me move forward in my life and work through the traumas I have experienced.

Autumn is a caring listener with a great understanding of what is needed on a per-session basis. The work we have completed has been very helpful and I am looking forward to seeing more progress as my ERP journey continues.