Theresa C., MSSW, LICSW

Hi! I'm Theresa (she/they), a therapist in Washington state and also licensed in Pennsylvania, with expertise in treating OCD. I am especially skilled in treating “rumination as a compulsion”—those mental compulsions that no one else can see you doing but that cause you so much suffering. Ugh, OCD can be so tormenting! But the good news is I have several effective treatments that can help! I primarily work with adults but will consider working with teens and parents if the online/teletherapy platform is sufficient. It is sometimes more beneficial for a teen/family to consider a group practice that offers in-person, child/teen groups, and parent education and support groups - all of which are services I don't currently offer. I offer Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT)—all of which are scientifically effective in treating OCD. My practice is fully dedicated to treating OCD, but I offer EMDR therapy if you also suffer from grief and trauma. I am very excited to bring Inference-based Therapy (I-CBT) to my clients. It has been described as profound and a “game-changer." Although this compassionate and effective psychotherapy is offered only by a very limited number of OCD experts in the United States, and even fewer in Washington state, it has helped people recover from OCD for over 20 years in various parts of the world, including Canada and Europe. Finally, we have science-backed options that target what so many others miss! Exposures aren’t necessary... but they are optional. My personal lived experience and recovery from OCD enable me to support others with understanding and non-judgment. I look forward to joining you in your recovery from OCD! It is possible and there is hope! Visit www.OlympicOCD.com to schedule your free consultation or to learn more about my approach and treatment options. I look forward to hearing from you! Warmly, Theresa Additional Info: Rate: $207-$275 per session Insurance: Out-of-network Superbill provided I-CBT Professional Consultations: Theresa is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 11 years’ experience in providing evidence-based treatment to individuals and families. She is the owner of Olympic OCD Services, a private practice in Washington state, and a co-founder of OCD Lived Experience Collective. She played an important role in the dissemination of I-CBT in the United States by creating one of the first weekly I-CBT group consultations for professionals. She has introduced I-CBT to dozens of clinicians, and her lived experience and recovery from OCD offer a valued perspective on effective treatment. She recognizes the importance of intersectionality and identity in her interactions with colleagues and clients. Theresa has received I-CBT training from Fred Aardema and is a BTTI graduate and SPACE provider. She brings her expertise, energy, and enthusiasm to support clinicians treating OCD through individual I-CBT training and consultation. www.OlympicOCD.com/training