Jessica Ochoa
Licensed Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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I’m calm, easy to talk with, and focused on meeting you where you are. I create a space where you can share the things that feel hard to say out loud, knowing you’ll be met without judgment. Together, we'll work through what's been keeping you stuck. I'll guide you as you face challenges, helping you feel more confident, more like yourself, and less controlled by what you're experiencing. I also have experience with how OCD overlaps with depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I’m calm, easy to talk with, and focused on meeting you where you are. I create a space where you can share the things that feel hard to say out loud, knowing you’ll be met without judgment. Together, we'll work through what's been keeping you stuck. I'll guide you as you face challenges, helping you feel more confident, more like yourself, and less controlled by what you're experiencing. I also have experience with how OCD overlaps with depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Location
Licensed in California
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Children and Adolescents
LGBTQ+ affirming
Cultural competencies
Christianity
Education
University of Southern California
Insurance
Plans accepted by Jessica
Aetna, 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, ClaimDOC, Claritev (MultiPlan) PHCS, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, GEHA, Horizon BCBS, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser - Northern California Region, Kaiser - Southern California Region, Medical Mutual, Meritain Health, Oscar Health, Partners Direct Health, Positive Healthcare, UHC Student Services, UMR, UMR - The Alliance, United Health Care Student Services, United Healthcare, Western Health Advantage,
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Get to know Jessica
Why I became an OCD specialist
I became a therapist because I wanted to create a safe space where people could say the things they're thinking on the inside, but that are really hard to say out loud. As I worked with more people experiencing anxiety, I noticed many were also struggling with symptoms of OCD. Seeing how impactful the right treatment could be inspired me to specialize in OCD.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
I create a space where you can feel safe and not judged, especially when you're sharing things that are difficult to talk about. I encourage openness and honesty, and I'll support you as you begin to face things that might feel challenging, so you can feel more confident being yourself.
My message to you if you're considering therapy
It's common to feel hesitant about starting something new, like exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, but you're not taking this on alone. We'll go at a pace that feels manageable, and over time, ERP can help you feel less controlled by your experiences.
The most rewarding part of treating OCD
I love seeing my Members become more confident in who they are and much less controlled by what they're going through. Even small shifts can make a huge difference, and being part of that process is incredibly meaningful to me.
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