Promise O'Connell
Licensed Therapist, MA, LMFT
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I have a close friend who has been diagnosed with OCD, so I've seen how debilitating OCD can be. I have a deep desire to help individuals suffering with OCD connect to a highly effective treatment. I see each individual as a person, not a disorder. I'll meet you where you are. This is a collaborative process. You're an expert on yourself, and I need your expertise so we can build the most effective treatment plan. Beyond OCD, I have experience treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, behavioral issues, and children and adolescents.
I have a close friend who has been diagnosed with OCD, so I've seen how debilitating OCD can be. I have a deep desire to help individuals suffering with OCD connect to a highly effective treatment. I see each individual as a person, not a disorder. I'll meet you where you are. This is a collaborative process. You're an expert on yourself, and I need your expertise so we can build the most effective treatment plan. Beyond OCD, I have experience treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, behavioral issues, and children and adolescents.
Location
Licensed in California
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Children and Adolescents
Cultural competencies
Christianity
Education
Argosy University
Insurance
Plans accepted by Promise
Aetna, Anthem, 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, Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Curative, EMI Health, Forest County Potawatomi, Horizon BCBS, Imagine Health, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser - Northern California Region, Kaiser - Southern California Region, Moda Health, Oscar Health, Partners Direct Health, Positive Healthcare, United Healthcare, Western Health Advantage,
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My personal connection to OCD and mental health
I have a close friend who has been diagnosed with OCD, so I've seen how debilitating OCD can be. I have a deep desire to help people suffering from OCD connect to highly effective treatment.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
I start by honoring the courage it takes to even show up to therapy. I'll let you know from the beginning that your vulnerability is not only welcome, but deeply respected. I approach each session with warmth, non-judgment, and genuine curiosity—so you can feel emotionally safe and share at your own pace.
What I want to help you see in yourself
That you are not broken. So often, people come into therapy carrying shame or feeling like something is wrong with them. I want to help you recognize that your struggles don't define you, and that you're far more resilient than you might know. I hope that you can start seeing yourself through a lens of worth, strength, and hope.
My message to you if you're considering therapy
I know the strength it takes to even show up to a therapy session. When you show up despite all of the challenges you might be facing, I have an opportunity to give my very best as well.
Why our members love working with Promise
N.P.
Promise is amazing. I have learned so much in the past 2 months and have gained so much more insight into how to make things better for myself.
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