Need help finding the right therapist for OCD, social anxiety & panic
Looking for a female therapist in NJ (Jersey Shore preferred for in-person) – OCD, social anxiety, panic & self-esteem
Hi everyone! I’m a 25F looking for recommendations for a female therapist who specializes in OCD and anxiety. If they’re in-person, I’d prefer someone around the Jersey Shore, but I’m open to anywhere in New Jersey for virtual appointments.
I’ve been struggling with anxiety for several years. My biggest challenges are:
OCD (especially existential/death OCD, intrusive thoughts, and rumination)
Social anxiety
Panic attacks
Low self-esteem and confidence
I’ve also experienced derealization/depersonalization during periods of intense anxiety in the past, so I’d love someone who’s familiar with that as well.
I’ve been treated by a psychiatrist for the past 5 years and have tried two different SSRIs along with propranolol. I was on the maximum dose of Zoloft for a while and recently switched to Prozac.
My psychiatrist has been encouraging me to start therapy for quite a while, and I completely agree that it’s something I need. The problem is that every time I start looking, I get completely overwhelmed by all the options and end up putting it off. I’m also honestly really nervous about starting therapy and opening up to someone new. But I know it’s time—I want to regain control of my life and get back to feeling like myself again.
I’m also interested in someone who takes a whole-person approach and is open to considering whether things like sleep, hormones, nutrition, or other medical factors could be contributing (or can coordinate with other providers if needed).
If you’ve had a great experience with a therapist who specializes in these kinds of issues, I’d really appreciate any recommendations. I’m also open to hearing what type of therapist or treatment approach you think would be the best fit for me. Aetna insurance would be a huge plus, but I’m open to hearing about anyone you think is truly exceptional.
Thank you so much!
Posted Jul 7, 2026, 9:54 PM UTC