Joseph Harwerth, MSW, LCSW

Do you ever feel like your mind is constantly spinning with thoughts you don't want and endless worries? Like no matter how much reassurance you get, how much logic you apply, or how many precautions you take, you still feel so afraid and on edge? If you've made it this far, it's likely because anxiety, panic, and OCD symptoms have made daily life feel overwhelming or even impossible. Here, you will untangle the complexities of your personal experience by addressing both the physical and mental rituals your brain uses that only keep you stuck. Together, we can rewire your anxious brain so you can build the life you want.

I am an OCD and Anxiety specialist in Houston, and my areas of expertise include OCD (all themes, including taboo intrusive thoughts such as pedophilic, harm, and self-harm obsessions) and anxiety disorders such as GAD, phobias, panic attacks, and health and social anxiety. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based CBT, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), which are the gold standards for treating OCD and anxiety disorders. With my experience as a high school teacher, I treat teenagers as well as adults.

People who struggle with OCD and Anxiety disorders are among the most kind-hearted, compassionate, and hardworking people I’ve met. It would be my privilege to support your journey toward healing. Make sure to fill out the form below, and I will get back to you within 24 hours. Even if I am not a good fit for you, I will help you find someone who is.

I understand how important trust is when choosing a clinician. Please visit our blog if you'd like a sense of my treatment approach. My Houston OCD Therapy Guide and other posts on anxiety can give you a helpful glimpse into my style and philosophy.

Licensed in Texas as an LCSW # 103857

NPI: 1831799956

Let’s connect.

Book your free phone consultation.

joseph@wetreatocd.com
(469) 436-5674

5900 Memorial Dr suite 218-D, Houston, TX 77007

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