Trusted OCD Specialists in
Wisconsin

Mia Nunez

Clinical Director- West Region

After giving birth to my two children, I experienced the type of OCD-like symptoms that many women experience, including having intrusive thoughts of harming who I love. I became motivated to go deeper into learning how to treat OCD. During sessions, you’ll be asked to share your OCD experiences in confidence, but I know how hard it is to explain to someone what your OCD is like. I’ll create a non-judgemental space so you can disclose everything that’s affecting you, Members describe me as warm, direct, and honest. I call myself “solution-focused,” but when there’s an opportunity to have a little fun during a session, I’ll take it. I like to stay in touch with current research and only use treatment proven to work. Together, we’ll bring you to a place of better control and a lot more freedom.

Tracy Mowles

Licensed Therapist, LPC

I'm an empathetic therapist who understands that each individual is unique. OCD is often misunderstood, and I want to help fix that. Although OCD is chronic, your suffering doesn't have to be. You are not alone in seeking therapy. ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) can be effective in a short time, if you're consistent with practicing your skills. It's not my job to judge you; it's to listen. My other areas of focus include BFRBs (body-focused repetitive behaviors), hoarding, depression, generalized anxiety, phobias, and panic.

Teda Kokoneshi

Licensed Therapist, LMHC

As a therapist that specializes in OCD, I can help you reach your goal of putting your OCD troubles behind you. Before joining NOCD, I spent my career treating severe anxiety and trauma cases, working within community health and hospital environments. I know how debilitating OCD can be, so I'm happy to make Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy available to you in my sessions. ERP is proven to work for all subtypes and is considered the gold standard of OCD treatment.

Nicholas Farrell

Clinical Director - East Region

For over 15 years, I’ve been offering evidence-based care to people struggling with OCD. I have received specialized OCD training through various clinical training institutions. My experience extends beyond the treatment of OCD, having helped those with obsessive-compulsive spectrum conditions and other anxiety-related problems find a better place in life. Together, we’ll use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy during sessions to help you get your life back.

Rosa Pacheco Uscanga

Licensed Therapist, LPC

For the past 3 years, I’ve been working at a partial hospitalization facility where I treated OCD as well as trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. I also have a background in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy, considered the gold standard of OCD treatment. I put my trust in ERP therapy because it’s evidence-based with lots of data and research behind it, but I’ve also seen ERP work for many people during sessions. I think you’ll find the results that you're looking for.

Heidi Vanderhei

Licensed Therapist, LMHC

Suffering from anxiety and depression can be very isolating — I've experienced it firsthand. I specialize in OCD and other anxiety disorders because they've affected me and my family. In therapy, we'll focus on your presenting problem and the symptoms that are negatively interfering with your quality of life. This is a safe space. You will find our work to be nonjudgmental and empowering. I've worked in the OCD community for 20 years; my other areas of focus include BFRBs (body-focused repetitive behaviors, tics, and hoarding.

Ariel Melotik

Licensed Therapist, LPC

You're taking the biggest step right here. Getting yourself into OCD therapy is awesome. It can also be scary. But putting in the time and effort will pay off. My treatment style is collaborative and eclectic. I want to work with you to create your treatment plan and break down your challenges. I got my professional start in a residential center that specifically worked with people who have OCD. I’ve also worked with social anxieties and phobias, and depressive disorders such as D-ADHD.

Leah Kawleski

Licensed Therapist, MA

I want therapy with me to feel warm, inviting, and conversational. But I'll also be firm enough to support you with the hard tasks they're doing. Outside of work, I have a one-and-a-half-year-old and a four-month-old, and I love listening to true crime podcasts when I have the time.

Jendaya Clark

Licensed Therapist, LCPC

I am a patient, warm, and understanding therapist. I challenge members to be able to do the work of therapy in a supportive, comfortable environment. When I'm not doing therapy, I am trying to learn French and Creole. So far I have two plants, and I'm hoping to become more of a plant mom.

Alyssa Lentz

Licensed Therapist, MS

I have personal lived experience with OCD. I can tell you that OCD therapy works. You can have freedom from OCD. You don't have to live life by the rules OCD imposes on you. I'm very open with my members about what we're doing and my experience with OCD. I like to make sure members guide the session as much as they can, and I incorporate humor as much as possible. I also have experience treating trauma, addiction, and anxiety disorders.

Diandrea Seipel

Licensed Therapist, LMHC

I take a collaborative and non-judgmental approach to treating OCD. I'm willing to do everything I ask my members to do, and I work to challenge specific core fears so we work at the roots of OCD, not just the branches. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my partner, two children, dog, and cat. I enjoy going on walks and hikes when it isn't too hot, reading, and spending time with friends and family. I also enjoy being around horses whenever possible.

Anushka Fonseka

Licensed Therapist, MS

I find the DIAMOND screening tool that we have in place to be a great tool determining if the individual has OCD. If so, building a fear response list and an exposure hierarchy is the standard method I follow to treat OCD. I like to work with individuals and listen to their needs when building this hierarchy. When I'm not doing therapy, I like to enjoy the warmer months outdoors doing activities like kayaking, cycling or hiking. Recently I have gotten into birdwatching. During the colder months I try to cross-country ski.

David Lewis

Licensed Therapist, MA

I take a person-centered approach to counseling. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy and encourage member interaction during all stages of treatment. When I'm not doing therapy, I love getting outdoors and traveling. My hobbies include woodworking and music.

Nate Kretlow

Licensed Therapist, LPC

I believe it's important to meet everyone where they're at and treat the whole person. Pushing back against OCD can be scary, but therapy can be rewarding and effective. My approach is collaborative. I want to empower you to make decisions in your treatment. We'll create a plan together — ensuring your goals are reflected in our work — and break things down into manageable challenges. My professional experience includes treating depression, ADHD, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and specific phobias.

Jean Meyer

Licensed Therapist, MA

My approach to treating OCD is collaborative, respectful, and light-hearted, while understanding how painful, and often devastating and disabling the symptoms are for the sufferer. Outside of work, I like to spend time with friends and family, enjoying food and music, and taking walks in nature with my two border collies, identifying plants, birds, and animals.

Brianne Birtic

Licensed Therapist, MSW

We are all human, with struggles that made us the people we are today. I have personal experience with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and substance use, and I want to assist others who are struggling. My approach to treating OCD includes collaboration, family involvement, compassion, empathy, and a sense of humor. I get to know my members on a personal, human level. My main areas of focus are mood and anxiety disorders, substance use, DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy), psychoeducation, and biopsychosocial assessments.

Christina Hauritz

Licensed Therapist, LCMHC

As a therapist, my approach to treating OCD is rooted in empathy and evidence-based interventions. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where you'll feel heard, understood, and empowered to confront your OCD symptoms and work toward recovery. Therapy is a collaborative process. Your comfort and well-being are my top priorities. As a seasoned mental health professional, I have a diverse range of expertise, enabling me to provide comprehensive support. I have treated trauma, eating disorders, substance use, anxiety, depression, and autism.

Melanie Amini-Hajibashi

Licensed Therapist, MS

My approach to treating OCD is friendly, supportive, knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. My goal is to truly meet you where you are, while helping you embrace discomfort and believe in your ability to do hard things. We will celebrate all moments throughout the process, no matter how big or small. With OCD, little by little, a little becomes a lot. I chose to specialize in treating OCD because the treatments are effective, making OCD a highly manageable condition. My other areas of professional focus include PTSD and complex PTSD, depression, and eating disorders.