Obsessive compulsive disorder - OCD treatment and therapy from NOCD
Jennifer Schlegel

Jennifer Schlegel

Licensed Therapist, MA, LPC

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As your therapist, I will provide a safe space to share your thoughts and feelings. I believe in using a collaborative approach and empowering you to change your life. You are in the driver’s seat, but I will support and guide you with ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention). You can succeed and be the best you can be. We will teach you the tools to meet your goals. I have worked with children and adolescents diagnosed with depression, oppositional defiance, autism, generalized anxiety disorders, and PTSD. I have also worked with adults diagnosed with depression, trauma, and substance use disorders.

Location

Licensed in Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia

About

Clinical Expertise

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

Cultural competencies

Judaism, Christianity, Agnosticism

Education

Monmouth University

Insurance

Plans accepted by Jennifer

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Capital BlueCross, Cigna, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, Highmark, Horizon BCBS, Imagine Health, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Partners Direct Health, United Healthcare,

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Get to know Jennifer

My message to you if you're struggling right now

Relationships, starting a club, going to a class—it's all a risk, right? Because you don't know what's going to happen, but there's a reason why you do it. It's the same with therapy. You take a risk, but there's a reason why you're doing it.

How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy

I'll figure out what you want your treatment to look like. If you've been in therapy before, I'll ask what has helped and what hasn't. Do you like your sessions more structured or casual? We'll set that agenda together and then follow through with it. We'll take it one session at a time, and I go into every session with an open approach.

What I want to help you see in yourself

That you can tolerate things better than you think you can.

The most rewarding part of treating OCD

When people are able to put these skills into action—like they're actually facing their fears. For example, one of my Members was thinking of doing tutoring as a job. They were scared of doing it, but they did it anyway. I've also had someone with the fear of driving over a bridge who actually did that so they could go on vacation.

Why our members love working with Jennifer

C.O.

C.O.

Jan 9, 2024
Good experience

I think my therapist understands me quite well. She is an active listener.

A.D.

A.D.

Nov 27, 2023
Good experience

I always leave a session feeling supported, acknowledged, truly seen, and able to celebrate progress.

C.O.

C.O.

Sep 25, 2023
Good experience

She listens actively and allows me to prioritize

G.R.

G.R.

Sep 20, 2023
Good experience

Great informative session honing in on OCD in general and OCD in specific circumstances, going through exposures this session was extremely focused and enlightening.

C.O.

C.O.

Sep 19, 2023
Good experience

She is empathetic and leads sessions with flexibility

M.V.

M.V.

Sep 18, 2023
Good experience

ERP therapy with Jennifer has been very helpful. She takes the time necessary to help me learn about my OCD , and successfully manage it.

G.R.

G.R.

Sep 13, 2023
Good experience

Jennifer is calm, attentive, and knowledgeable!

S.K.

S.K.

Sep 12, 2023
Good experience

She was so welcoming and really put my mind instantly at ease.

G.R.

G.R.

Aug 23, 2023
Good experience

A rapport was established and I felt heard. I also learned a lot in this first session. Thank you!

M.V.

M.V.

Aug 8, 2023
Good experience

Another positive, helpful session. Things are beginning to make sense thanks to Jennifer!

M.V.

M.V.

Aug 1, 2023
Good experience

Jennifer takes the time needed to help me understand the tools and how to practically apply them in my unique situations. So thankful for her!

N.M.

N.M.

Jul 19, 2023
Good experience

She is perfect!!!

E.H.

E.H.

Jul 14, 2023
Good experience

My session was great and I can’t wait to see what we can accomplish.

M.V.

M.V.

Jul 11, 2023
Good experience

I really believe this is where I need to be. Jennifer made me comfortable with sharing my issues. So thankful there's a chance for healing without medication!

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