A supportive place to talk about obsessive thoughts, repetitive behaviors, and the pressure they can create.
Obsessive thoughts and repetitive behaviors can be exhausting, especially when they take up time, attention, or peace of mind. You may feel caught in loops of doubt, checking, reassurance-seeking, or trying to make an uncomfortable feeling go away. Therapy can offer a calm place to talk about what you are experiencing without shame.
OCD can look different from person to person. Some clients describe intrusive thoughts that feel frightening or out of character. Others notice repeated checking, mental reviewing, rituals, or a powerful need to feel certain before they can move on. You do not need to explain it perfectly before asking for support.
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A person-centered, supervised setting
Nicole Whelan is a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern who works under clinical supervision at Greenwich Counseling. She works with teens and adults around OCD, obsessive thoughts, repetitive behaviors, anxiety, body image concerns, and life transitions. The work begins by understanding the impact these experiences are having in your day-to-day life.
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Careful coordination when more support is needed
Therapy can be one important part of support. When a concern calls for specialized, medical, or multidisciplinary care, Greenwich Counseling can help clients identify an appropriate next step. A first conversation is a chance to discuss what is happening and whether this setting feels like a useful fit.
Common questions
A few things you may be wondering.
Do I need a diagnosis to reach out?
No. You can reach out to talk about obsessive thoughts, repetitive behaviors, anxiety, or a pattern that is taking up too much space in your life.
Who provides this support?
Nicole Whelan, a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern, works with teens and adults under clinical supervision.
Is telehealth available?
Telehealth is available throughout Connecticut, and in-person care is available in Greenwich.
Our team
Meet the clinicians
Explore the current areas of focus for the clinicians connected to this service.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Nicole Whelan
OCD, disordered eating, anxiety, and support for teens and adults