Obsessive compulsive disorder - OCD treatment and therapy from NOCD
Brian Rohloff

Brian Rohloff

Licensed Therapist, MA, LCPC, LMHC

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So many people with OCD have had trouble getting help because other people lack knowledge of what OCD really looks like. Knowledge is power, so I want to help you understand OCD. This work isn't easy, but it's always rewarding. The most gratifying part of my job is getting to know and work with so many different people from all walks of life. I have worked closely with people struggling with psychosis symptoms, mostly schizophrenia. I have also worked with family and couples prior to coming to NOCD.

Location

Licensed in Illinois, Iowa, Ohio

About

Clinical Expertise

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Children and Adolescents

Cultural competencies

Christianity, Judaism

Education

Northeastern Illinois University

Insurance

Plans accepted by Brian

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, Horizon BCBS, Imagine Health, Independence Blue Cross, Partners Direct Health, United Healthcare,

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Get to know Brian

My personal connection to OCD and mental health

My mental health story involves more of a struggle with depression than anything else. I come from a family that didn't talk about mental health all that much, so I was probably the first to ever get any sort of treatment or diagnosis for anything. It was when I was still a student studying counseling that I first got into attending therapy myself. It's something I'm pretty open about.

How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy

I have opened up about my story to a number of Members who had feelings of guilt or shame around seeking treatment, I feel like it humanizes me to talk about that and acknowledge that I put off getting help. Even after I was in treatment for a long time, I still didn't even consider medication until probably 20 years later, and I regret that to some extent. And I find a lot of people struggle with that, no matter what their background is.

Why I became a therapist

The calling to be a therapist was something that existed in my life even before I had a name for it. I was always the supporter, always the caregiving type for people in my life. And when the opportunity to actually study it and turn it into something I could use to help other people came up, it just felt like the most natural thing in the world.

What I want to help you see in yourself

The skills to do this are already in you. You're just not used to using them intentionally and on demand. A lot of response prevention, a lot of the ways we deal with intrusive thoughts, aren't that different from how we deal with all kinds of other things in our lives. And so I really, really stress that everything we're going to do is something you already know how to do. You're just not used to doing it like this.

Why our members love working with Brian

B.D.

B.D.

Apr 7, 2025
Good experience

Very well. Brian is an expert at talking me down from thinking of something as scary. His assignments of compulsion avoidance are do-able because he takes it very easy one small step at a time. I really feel hopeful that I’m making progress. I’m also thankful that I can feel comfortable telling Brian anything about my obsessive thoughts as embarrassing as they are.

R.B.

R.B.

Jan 19, 2024
Good experience

Brian is helping me understand my issues

J.M.

J.M.

Jan 19, 2024
Good experience

Brian seems very knowledgeable, and I am looking forward to working more with him. We are just starting to delve into my triggers and start building a hierarchy for ERP.

J.M.

J.M.

Jan 17, 2024
Good experience

Brian seems to understand OCD well, and is helping me understand it better than my previous NOCD therapist. However, we had a billing issue that took longer than I expected to clear up, thus the slightly lower rating.

A.M.

A.M.

Oct 17, 2023
Good experience

Great first visit with Brian!

D.S.

D.S.

Aug 29, 2023
Good experience

The first session went very well. With just one meeting, my son’s mood was better later that evening and the next morning. Brian was a kind, confident pro, and I think this has helped my son to feel more hopeful now (me too.)

H.O.

H.O.

Jul 21, 2023
Good experience

Brian is an amazing therapist and has helped me organize and understand my thoughts.

I.C.

I.C.

Jul 21, 2023
Good experience

NOCD has been an effective and life changing program for my son diagnosed with PANS! His therapist is supportive and truly cares about the well-being of my son. We have been able to use the payment plan option to continue the therapy essential in helping my son manage his OCD. I highly recommend this program!

C.P.

C.P.

Jul 18, 2023
Good experience

Brian challenges me and makes me think. He really understands OCD and helps me tremendously. He gives me homework and helps me deal with scenarios.

J.B.

J.B.

Jul 11, 2023
Good experience

In the past I have struggled finding someone that understands my struggles. My therapist Brian was great and really got me loosened up and willing to talk. I'm very thankful and hopeful.

D.C.

D.C.

Jun 23, 2023
Good experience

Brian was great. Looking forward to working with him

T.M.

T.M.

Jun 20, 2023
Good experience

Brian always made me feel heard and understood. He’s probably the first person who didn’t make me feel crazy or like a burden. Would absolutely recommend.

C.G.

C.G.

May 11, 2023
Good experience

Brian is an incredible therapist who makes feel heard and seen and truly Understands OCD. I’m very thankful to have him help me on my recovery journey and couldn’t recommend him more!

M.S.

M.S.

Mar 3, 2023
Good experience

Fantastic first session - feeling so hopeful about the future!

T.K.

T.K.

Feb 24, 2023
Good experience

Brian was super helpful and just easy to talk to. Gave his opinions but didn't push the conversation into a direction that wasn't natural.

N.H.

N.H.

Jan 26, 2023
Good experience

Had another great session with Brian. He does a wonderful job of listening and coming up with practical and effective techniques to help me.

V.R.

V.R.

Jan 17, 2023
Good experience

Brian will make sure you are listened to, and understood. Makes me feel like I’m not going insane which means a lot to me.

S.M.

S.M.

Dec 7, 2022
Good experience

Brian is superb. I look forward to every single session. Thanks!

N.H.

N.H.

Dec 6, 2022
Good experience

Thank you so much Brian. You are such a great help to me.

P.P.

P.P.

Dec 5, 2022
Good experience

Brian is great and really listens to me! i feel super comfortable sharing my fears and intrusive thoughts with him.

I.C.

I.C.

Dec 5, 2022
Good experience

Brian always listens and is compassionate and understanding.

S.M.

S.M.

Nov 16, 2022
Good experience

Brian is exceptional, he is knowledgeable and I feel at ease with him! I look forward to all our sessions.

D.G.

D.G.

Nov 14, 2022
Good experience

Great session, lots of insights gleaned, he was very warm and empathetic

M.H.

M.H.

Oct 6, 2022
Good experience

Had a wonderful first session! I felt heard and my concerns were discussed with gentleness and care.

S.G.

S.G.

Sep 23, 2022
Good experience

Brian is very likable and approachable

D.G.

D.G.

Sep 15, 2022
Good experience

Very helpful, helped me regain insight into some roadblocks.

N.U.

N.U.

Aug 15, 2022
Good experience

Did not feel like most "first therapy" sessions. I was able to feel comfortable and open with Brian which i really appreciated.

R.P.

R.P.

Aug 9, 2022
Good experience

Understanding is a word that would be an understatement for him.

T.P.

T.P.

Jun 22, 2022
Good experience

I am optimistic from my first session that my therapist and I will be able to work together to make this a great experience for me. I am excited to learn from her and she was very caring and understanding.

anonymous

anonymous

Apr 14, 2022
Good experience

Brian is an amazing therapist, even when I'm feeling at my lowest, I always end with a smile with his sessions!

anonymous

anonymous

Apr 11, 2022
Good experience

Brian is just an amazing therapist!

anonymous

anonymous

Apr 1, 2022
Good experience

Brian was so helpful and I felt so comfortable speaking to him. I feel a load off my chest after being able to talk to him.

anonymous

anonymous

Feb 17, 2022
Good experience

Brian was so kind! I was nervous to establish care with a new provider, but I needn't have been. Brian was professional, kind, and easy to talk to. I can already anticipate being able to trust him (which is so promising). Very eager to start working with him.

anonymous

anonymous

Feb 8, 2022
Good experience

Brian Rohloff is a great therapist. He was very approachable and warm, and overall left me feeling hopeful and optimistic.

anonymous

anonymous

Jan 25, 2022
Good experience

Brian made me feel so comfortable and hopeful that I can feel not only a little better, but A LOT better with this therapy. I was a nervous wreck going into this session but left it feeling positive for the first time in a long time!

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