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Anas & Viktoriya

Co-founders of Promptd

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Find OCD Therapy in Montreal

OCD can feel like being stuck in a loop you can't reason your way out of. Promptd helps you find OCD therapists across Canada who specialize in breaking that cycle with structured, evidence-based treatment.

15 OCD Therapy specialists in Montreal

Caroline Collins, Psychology intern - View listing
Caroline Collins
Psychology intern, Registered nurse, Naturopath
3 to 5 km from Montreal
Online

Anxiety, Burnout, OCD, Eating disorders, Addiction, CBT
IVAC
Rebecca Pollak, Social Worker - View listing
Rebecca Pollak
Social Worker
1 to 3 km from Montreal
OnlineIn-Person

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Life transitions, OCD, ADHD
Mark-Damyan Edwards, Psychologist - View listing
Mark-Damyan Edwards
Psychologist, Clinical Director, Clinical Supervisor
3 to 5 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline

ADHD, Psychoeducational, OCD, ODD, Autism / ASD, Anxiety
Member of d2psychology
Quentin Genevrier, Clinical Counsellor - View listing
Quentin Genevrier
Clinical Counsellor
3 to 5 km from Montreal
In-Person

OCD, Anxiety, Addiction, Emotion regulation, Trauma, PTSD
Sarah Schell, Clinical Psychologist - View listing
Sarah Schell
Clinical Psychologist
1 to 3 km from Montreal
Online

Anxiety, Trauma, Addiction, OCD, Life transitions, CBT
Member of openspaceclinic
Eric Wong, Clinical Psychologist - View listing
Eric Wong
Clinical Psychologist
3 to 5 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline

Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, OCD, Eating disorders, BPD
Member of d2psychology
Laura Fontil, Psychologist - View listing
Laura Fontil
Psychologist
1 to 3 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline

Anxiety, Depression, Selective mutism, OCD, Emotion regulation, ADHD
Member of openspaceclinic
Chloe Bieber, Master's in Counselling Psychology Candidate - View listing
Chloe Bieber
Master's in Counselling Psychology Candidate
3 to 5 km from Montreal
OnlineIn-Person

Anxiety, Kink-aware, CBT

Provider overview

15

Practitioners available

12

Accepting new clients

$169/h

Average session price

12h

Average response time

2

Specialties: Therapy and Assessment

2

Languages spoken

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OCD Therapy pricing in Montreal by professional title

ProfessionAvg. hourly rate
Psychologist$200/hr
Social Worker$173/hr
Counsellor$132/hr
Psychotherapist$178/hr

OCD Therapy pricing near Montreal compared to nearby cities

CityAvg. hourly rate
Montreal$169/hr
Westmount$169/hr
Outremont$169/hr
Mont-Royal$169/hr
LaSalle$169/hr
Longueuil$169/hr

OCD Therapy provider breakdown by gender in Montreal

Female (80%)
Male (20%)

OCD Therapy provider breakdown by service mode in Montreal

In-person and online (73%)
Online only (20%)
In-person only (7%)

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Your questions, answered

What is OCD therapy?

OCD therapy primarily uses exposure and response prevention (ERP), a specialized form of CBT therapy. ERP involves gradually facing situations that trigger obsessions while resisting the compulsive response. Over time, the anxiety decreases naturally and the cycle weakens. Treatment is collaborative and paced so you are never forced into something you are not ready for.

What is ERP therapy?

ERP stands for exposure and response prevention. It is the gold-standard treatment for OCD, with the strongest evidence base of any therapeutic approach for the condition. You work with your therapist to build a fear hierarchy, then gradually practice facing triggers at a pace you control while learning to sit with discomfort instead of performing compulsions. Most people notice meaningful change within weeks of consistent practice.

What kind of therapist is best for OCD?

Look for a therapist specifically trained in ERP, not just someone who lists OCD as a specialty. Ask directly: what techniques do you use for OCD, what percentage of your caseload involves OCD, and are you comfortable doing exposures outside the office if needed. A therapist who cannot clearly explain their ERP training or approach may not be the right fit for OCD specifically.

How do I know if my therapist is trained in ERP?

Ask them. A trained ERP therapist will be able to explain the method clearly, describe how they build a fear hierarchy, and tell you about their training background. Red flags include vagueness about techniques, relying only on talk therapy or relaxation exercises for OCD, or suggesting that understanding the root cause of obsessions will make them stop. ERP requires specialized training beyond general graduate education.

How long does OCD treatment take?

Many people see noticeable improvement within 12 to 20 sessions of consistent ERP practice. Severity, co-occurring conditions, and how regularly you practice between sessions all affect timelines. Treatment typically includes relapse-prevention planning so you have tools for flare-ups after the main course ends.

Can OCD therapy be done online?

Yes. Research supports virtual ERP as effective for OCD, and many therapists deliver it remotely. Online sessions can actually be helpful for certain exposures since you are already in your home environment where many triggers occur. Make sure your setup allows privacy and that your therapist has experience adapting ERP exercises for virtual delivery.

Does OCD require medication?

Not always. ERP alone is effective for many people. However, some benefit from combining therapy with medication, typically SSRIs prescribed at higher doses than for depression. Your therapist can coordinate with a physician or psychiatrist to discuss whether medication might support your progress, especially if symptoms are severe or if ERP feels too difficult to engage with initially.

What are the different types of OCD?

OCD can present in many forms: contamination fears, checking behaviors, intrusive thoughts (harm, sexual, religious), symmetry and ordering, hoarding, and relationship OCD, among others. The common thread is unwanted obsessions that drive compulsive behaviors or mental rituals. ERP is effective across all subtypes. If you are unsure whether your symptoms are OCD or generalized anxiety, anxiety therapists providers can also help with assessment and differential diagnosis.