Arnold Acquah
Licensed Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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You're not alone in your experience with OCD. You are understood here. My mission is to help individuals realize they can lead fulfilling lives, even in the presence of OCD. My approach to therapy is member-paced, collaborative, empathetic, and supportive. I'll normalize the discomfort you may experience during treatment and encourage you to keep leaning into that discomfort; it's an essential part of the process. Together, we'll find a way to help you let go of the shame and fear OCD brings. I also specialize in treating anxiety and depressive disorders.
You're not alone in your experience with OCD. You are understood here. My mission is to help individuals realize they can lead fulfilling lives, even in the presence of OCD. My approach to therapy is member-paced, collaborative, empathetic, and supportive. I'll normalize the discomfort you may experience during treatment and encourage you to keep leaning into that discomfort; it's an essential part of the process. Together, we'll find a way to help you let go of the shame and fear OCD brings. I also specialize in treating anxiety and depressive disorders.
Location
Licensed in California
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Children and Adolescents
Education
California State University at Fullerton
Insurance
Plans accepted by Arnold
Blue Shield of California, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, Horizon BCBS, Kaiser - Northern California Region, Kaiser - Southern California Region, Partners Direct Health,
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Get to know Arnold
My personal connection to OCD and mental health
I've struggled with my own mental health symptoms that I continue to actively manage to this day. Back in Ghana, my home country, mental health is seen as a weakness. So, I know what it's like to be viewed as "other." It makes me more empathetic, because I have that personal experience of being dismissed.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
I do whatever I can to create a space that's free of judgment because we don't often have that outside of some mental health spaces. I also set an agenda so you have an idea of what to expect within the sessions we have together.
What I want to help you see in yourself
I want you to see that you are not your OCD—you have an identity separate from the condition. You're resilient in the sense that you can handle distress. I tend to see a lot of Members who think that because they have a certain thought, it means something specific. I help my Members to be able to see that thoughts are not within their own control.
What my Members say helps them feel comfortable with me
I often make jokes in my sessions—and I can be very silly sometimes. But, I am also a calm and relaxed person, which helps when I disclose information about myself that Members can relate to.
Why our members love working with Arnold
J.R.
Arnold is extremely kind and understanding. He made me feel seen and heard. I feel confident that he will be an excellent guide through this experience.
H.M.
I’m so impressed at how he puts our son at ease and genuinely wants our son to get better. His calm, encouraging personality helps nicely with our son.
S.C.
Amazing
H.M.
I really appreciate having a black man as a therapist. He will be able to understand our struggles. He is kind, approachable, relatable, and listens well.
E.G.
Arnold is winning my son’s trust very quickly. As a result, my son is feeling comfortable to open up and be proactive in his therapeutic process.
E.G.
Arnold asked good and mindful questions. He made us feel comfortable and heard.
A.V.
I had a great time meeting Arnold! He made me feel welcome and prepared :)
R.W.
I am looking forward to our future meetings!
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