Online OCD therapy for kids, teens, & young adults
Specialized ERP therapy that helps kids break free from obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
Support for contamination fears, harm obsessions, symmetry needs, and other OCD presentations.
Insurance accepted. Appointments often available within days.
Covered by insurance · Licensed specialists · Start within 48 hours
Covered by insurance · Licensed specialists · Start within 48 hours




teens, & families
OCD, at a glance
1 in 50
About 1-2% of children and adolescents are affected by OCD.
2+ year delay
Average delay between OCD symptom onset and diagnosis in children.
Highly treatable
60-80% of children respond to ERP-based therapy.
Understanding OCD
What OCD looks like and how it affects daily life.



Obsessions
Intrusive, unwanted thoughts that cause significant anxiety. Common themes include contamination, harm, and symmetry.
Compulsions
Repetitive behaviors performed to reduce anxiety. Common examples include washing, checking, and counting.
OCD is a neurobiological condition that causes unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) performed to reduce anxiety.
A licensed clinician evaluates the cycle of obsessions and compulsions and considers overlapping conditions like anxiety or ADHD.
The OCD cycle
Obsessions trigger anxiety, compulsions temporarily relieve it, reinforcing the cycle. ERP breaks this pattern.
OCD is a neurobiological condition that causes unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) performed to reduce anxiety.
A licensed clinician evaluates the cycle of obsessions and compulsions and considers overlapping conditions like anxiety or ADHD.
Common OCD presentations by age
Symptoms look different at every stage of development.

Young Children (4-7)
Repetitive rituals at bedtime
Excessive handwashing
Need for things to be 'just right'
Separation fears tied to rituals
School-Age (8-12)
Intrusive harm thoughts
Checking and rechecking
Avoidance of 'contaminated' items
Difficulty completing homework due to rituals
Teens (13-17)
Mental compulsions and rumination
Social avoidance tied to OCD
Perfectionism and reassurance-seeking
Hidden rituals and shame
Young Adults (18-25)
Impact on work and relationships
Avoidance patterns that limit independence
Masking compulsions
Co-occurring anxiety and depression
Could it be OCD?
Take a quick, clinically validated screening to better understand your child’s symptoms.
Y-BOCS OCD Screening
The Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS) is a clinically validated tool that measures the severity of obsessive-compulsive symptoms. It can help you understand whether your child's behaviors may warrant professional evaluation.
This screening is not a diagnosis. Results should be discussed with a qualified mental health professional.

How OCD therapy helps
ERP-based strategies for breaking the obsession-compulsion cycle.
- Breaks the obsession-compulsion cycle with ERP
- Builds tolerance for uncertainty and anxiety
- Reduces avoidance behaviors
- Tracks progress with Y-BOCS screening
- Supports school and social functioning

Why families choose Emora
Specialized pediatric OCD care vs. general providers.
Other providers
Licensed pediatric and young adult clinicians
Generalist providers
ERP-trained OCD specialists
Talk therapy without ERP training
Parent-inclusive model
Limited parent involvement
Y-BOCS tracking built into the platform
Limited progress tracking
Insurance accepted
Insurance not always accepted
Virtual sessions reduce OCD-related avoidance
In-office visits can trigger OCD avoidance
Get started in minutes
Three simple steps to connect with the right clinician.
- 1
Share what’s going on
Answer a few questions about symptoms and goals.
- 2
Verify coverage
See insurance estimates and available times.
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Start sessions
Meet your clinician and begin building skills.

Frequently asked questions
What parents and young adults ask most about OCD therapy.
OCD involves two components: obsessions (unwanted, intrusive thoughts that cause distress) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors or mental acts performed to reduce that distress). If your child spends significant time on rituals, asks for constant reassurance, or seems trapped in repetitive patterns, it may be OCD.
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) is the gold-standard treatment for OCD. It involves gradually facing feared situations while learning to resist performing compulsions. Research shows 60–80% of children improve significantly with ERP — it's the most effective approach available.
Most children see meaningful improvement within 12–16 sessions of ERP-based therapy. Some children benefit from longer treatment depending on OCD severity and how many areas of life it affects.
Yes — OCD affects 1–2% of children and teens, but it's often underdiagnosed because children may hide their symptoms. On average, there's a 2+ year delay between symptom onset and diagnosis.
Yes. Family involvement is critical in OCD treatment. You'll learn how OCD works, how to avoid accidentally reinforcing rituals, and how to support your child's exposure work at home.
Yes, we accept most major insurance plans and verify your coverage before your first appointment. Most families pay between $0 and $30 per session.
Many children achieve significant symptom reduction with proper ERP-based treatment. While OCD is a condition that can wax and wane, the skills learned in therapy provide lasting tools for managing symptoms throughout life.
Real stories of growth
Every session is rated by parents. Our therapists maintain a 4.9+ average, because results matter.
She helped my daughter understand her feelings better.
Parent of a 9 year old
Jul 15, 2026
Carrie Ellis-Crnkovich, LCSW
Dr. Clique was extremely knowledgeable. She went over everything in detail and made sure all of my questions were answered. She was very easy to talk to and very understanding and compassionate. My son did well with the testing portion and said he like her!
Parent of a 12 year old
Jul 15, 2026
Dr. Apree Clicque, PsyD
Small goals to set that feel achievable in the short term are very helpful. The way the therapist is able to change the perspective of how my son looks at our household, and me, makes it all click for him.
Parent of a 9 year old
Jul 15, 2026
Vanessa Williams, LPC-A
Kristie was fantastic, she is respectful and also very understanding. We feel satisfied and very excited about working with your professionals.
Parent of a 17 year old
Jul 15, 2026
Kristie Papuchis, LCSW
Yes, worked through a tough situation that made Aurora feel better about keeping boundaries.
Parent of a 9 year old
Jul 15, 2026
Carli Pentz, LCSW
Nev felt like she was heard so did i
Parent of a 10 year old
Jul 15, 2026
Carrie Colson, PMHNP
Nev felt heard. Not talked over.
Parent of a 10 year old
Jul 15, 2026
Karla Hernandez, LPC-S
Dr. De Jesus was very helpful. She took her time to hear me out and the results that I want for my son.
Parent of a 10 year old
Jul 15, 2026
Dr. Janitza De Jesus, PsyD
She was really good with my son and very understanding of his needs.
Parent of a 7 year old
Jul 15, 2026
Dr. Apree Clicque, PsyD
5 STARS AS ALWAYS THANK YOU MATT FOR TRULY HELPING ME AND ENCOURGAING ME TO BE ALL THAT i CAN BE YOU TRULY HAVE SAVED ME :)
An Adult client
Jul 15, 2026
Matt Dellon, RCSWI
the person i spoke to was very kind and easy to talk to! i felt completely comfortable the whole time
An Adult client
Jul 15, 2026
Dr. Megan Ingraham, PhD
She listened to my concerns and did not make me feel as though she already had her mind made up.
An Adult client
Jul 14, 2026
Shannon Anes, PMHNP
Perfect first session. We gently introduced counseling goals
An Adult client
Jul 14, 2026
Amber Hastings, LMFT
You did a great job connecting us to what would be best
Parent of a 15 year old
Jul 14, 2026
Jennifer Guzman, LPC
Korina is fantastic navigating my almost 9 year olds big emotions and transitioning her into a vulnerable space to heal.
Parent of an 8 year old
Jul 14, 2026
Korina Herrera, LMHC
I really appreciated that I received an update on the POC for my son and my son enjoyed his session and is looking forward to having a safe space. I especially like that this time is for him. That was very important to me that he have a space to talk and be himself with out the pressure of having a parent in the middle of the conversation.
Parent of a 13 year old
Jul 14, 2026
Kela Collins, LMSW
My session it was amazing and super helpful!! Carol is a fantastic professional and i’m loving my therapeutic process with her!!
An Adult client
Jul 14, 2026
Carol Afonso, LCSW
Excellent . She felt warm and caring.
Parent of an 11 year old
Jul 14, 2026
Karla Hernandez, LPC-S
OCD does not define your child
Structured, developmentally informed therapy can help build skills that last.
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