Anxiety and OCD have been making your world smaller. It doesn't have to stay that way.

Specialized Treatment for Anxiety, OCD & Panic Disorder

Work with an anxiety & OCD treatment specialist providing evidence-based therapy for adults, including ERP and Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT).

 

Online Therapy in Georgia, Florida & Delaware • Insurance

& Private-Pay Options

Meet Theresa Schaffer, LCSW

Anxiety & OCD Treatment Specialist

You’ve probably been calling yourself a worrier for so long that it started to feel like just who you are.

 

On paper, life looks fine, and that’s part of what makes this hard to explain to anyone. You’re functioning. You go to work, you show up, you keep things running. But you’re exhausted in a way that has nothing to do with what actually happened that day, and half your attention is somewhere else entirely, running the same loop while you’re supposed to be present for the things that matter.

 

You’ve tried things. The breathing exercises, the apps, maybe a round or two of therapy. Nothing changed the loop; it just gave you something to do while it ran. That’s not because you didn’t try hard enough. It’s because those tools address relaxation, not the anxiety cycle. They were never going to touch what you’re actually dealing with. I specialize in OCD, panic disorder, and anxiety, not as a broad category but as a clinical focus. I use Exposure and Response Prevention because it has the research behind it, and I’m honest with you about what it requires. If you’re ready to do more than manage this, I’d like to talk.

You're In The Right Place If...

You’re right for my practice if your world has been getting a little smaller at the edges, not dramatically, but enough that you notice. You took the long way last week to avoid the highway.

You said no to something you actually wanted because the uncertainty felt like too much.

You’re still showing up, still keeping things running, but it’s costing you in a way nobody around you can see, and most days nobody does.

You’ve probably been reading about OCD or anxiety long enough that you suspected what was wrong before you ever looked for a therapist, and you found the IOCDF website before you started making calls because you weren’t interested in a generalist.

Somewhere in the back of your mind, you’ve been carrying the fear:

“What if I show someone exactly what my brain does and they look at me differently?”

That thought makes sense. It’s also the thing that’s been keeping you stuck.

I work exclusively with adults. I specialize because it makes me better at this specific work. The clients who come here aren’t looking for someone to listen. They’re looking for someone who already knows what they’re about to say.

How I Can Help

How I Can Help — OCD

What makes OCD debilitating isn’t the content of the obsessions, it’s the relationship you’ve developed with them, and the rituals you’ve been performing to get relief. Using ERP and ICBT, we work on changing what you do with the thoughts, not on making them stop.

How I Can Help — Panic Disorder

Panic attacks are terrifying, and the anticipatory anxiety that builds around them is often worse than the attacks themselves. Treatment targets both: the physical fear cycle and the avoidance that’s been quietly shrinking your world.

How I Can Help — Health Anxiety

Reassurance doesn’t work, and at some point, you know that. We work on breaking the checking and reassurance-seeking cycle so you can stop outsourcing certainty to Google.

How I Can Help — Social Anxiety

Fear of judgment and embarrassment is one thing. The ways you’ve been quietly reorganizing your life around it is another. Treatment addresses both.


What Brings People Here?

 

As an anxiety and OCD treatment specialist, I work with adults experiencing obsessive thoughts, persistent anxiety, panic attacks, health anxiety, and patterns of avoidance that can gradually begin affecting everyday life.

Treatment is individualized to what you’re experiencing and may include ERP, Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT), and other evidence-based approaches.

 

"My Anxiety Never Shuts Off"

"My Anxiety Never Shuts Off"

Persistent worry can affect sleep, work, relationships, and everyday decisions.
Learn More About Anxiety Therapy

"I Keep Having Panic Attacks"

"I Keep Having Panic Attacks"

Learn why panic feels so overwhelming, and why it doesn't have to control your life.
How To Stop Panic Attacks

"I Can't Stop Intrusive Thoughts"

"I Can't Stop Intrusive Thoughts"

Intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors can become exhausting, but effective treatment is available.
Learn More About OCD Therapy

"I Avoid Places or Situations Because of Anxiety"

"I Avoid Places or Situations Because of Anxiety"

Avoidance may bring temporary relief while making anxiety stronger over time.
Learn More About Exposure Therapy

What Makes My Approach Different

Specialized OCD & Anxiety Treament


Specialized, evidence-based treatment using ERP and I-CBT.

Experience With Complex Cases


20+ years of substance-use treatment alongside OCD and anxiety specialization.

A Direct Approach



Clear, straightforward conversations about what treatment involves and what you can expect.

I use evidence-based treatment: ERP for OCD and panic, and Inference-Based CBT for OCD and health anxiety, because those are the treatments with the research behind them.

 

I-CBT addresses the reasoning behind the obsession rather than just the response to it. Most therapists who treat OCD don’t use it; I do.

 

I also treat clients whose OCD or anxiety is complicated by substance use. The IOCDF has identified this as an underserved population; most OCD specialists aren’t trained to treat both.

 

I spent more than twenty years in substance use treatment before opening this practice. That background didn’t go anywhere.

 

I’m also direct. I’ll tell you what treatment involves, what it’s going to ask of you, and what you can realistically expect. Recovery from OCD and anxiety requires real effort; exposure work is uncomfortable by design. I won’t promise you calm. I’ll help you build tolerance for uncertainty, and over time, that changes everything.

 

Flexible Payment Options for Specialized Care

 

I currently work with both insurance and private-pay clients. Private-pay therapy is available for those who prefer greater flexibility in how their care is structured or whose insurance is not accepted.

 

My focus remains the same regardless of how you pay for therapy: providing specialized, evidence-based treatment based on what you’re experiencing and what will be most useful in your care.

 

I currently provide online therapy for adults in Georgia, Florida, and Delaware, along with limited in-person availability in Decatur, Georgia.

 

Insurance & Private-Pay Options | Online Appointments | GA • FL • DE

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You've been living with this long enough.

It's time to get the specialized help you deserve.

 

In our first conversation, we’ll discuss what you’re struggling with, explore whether my approach is right for you, and create a plan to help you start feeling better.

FAQs

Yes. I currently participate with select insurance plans and also offer private-pay therapy. Insurance participation may vary, so please contact me to confirm whether I am currently in-network with your specific plan.

For clients using private pay, I can also provide a superbill when appropriate for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Coverage and reimbursement vary by plan, so I recommend checking directly with your insurance provider regarding your benefits.

Yes. I provide secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual therapy for adults using a confidential online platform.

Online therapy allows you to receive specialized care from the comfort and privacy of your own home without the need to travel. Many clients find virtual sessions to be just as effective as in-person therapy while offering greater convenience and flexibility.

I specialize in working with adults experiencing anxiety disorders, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), health anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and related anxiety conditions.

Rather than serving as a general mental health practice, my focus is on helping clients better understand how anxiety works and using evidence-based treatment approaches, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), to reduce anxiety’s impact on daily life.

Getting started is simple.

Click the Schedule a Consultation button anywhere on the website to request your first appointment. During our initial consultation, we’ll discuss what you’ve been experiencing, answer any questions you may have, and determine whether we’re a good fit to work together.

If you have questions before scheduling, you’re always welcome to contact me through the website.

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is an evidence-based treatment commonly used for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and many anxiety disorders.

ERP helps you gradually face situations, thoughts, or sensations that trigger anxiety while learning new ways to respond without relying on avoidance, compulsions, or reassurance. Over time, your brain begins to recognize that anxiety naturally decreases, helping reduce fear and build confidence.

You can learn more by visiting my Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy page.

I currently provide online therapy for clients in Georgia, Florida, and Delaware. I also provide in-person sessions in Atlanta, GA.

Private pay can offer greater flexibility in how therapy is structured and may be a good option for clients who want specialized care that isn’t available through their insurance network. It can also provide more privacy and fewer insurance-related requirements around treatment.

I’m happy to discuss payment options during your consultation so you can determine what makes the most sense for you.

If you’re looking for specialized treatment for anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, health anxiety, or intrusive thoughts, there’s a good chance we may be a good fit. During your initial consultation, we’ll discuss your concerns, answer your questions, and determine whether my approach aligns with your goals. If I believe another provider would better meet your needs, I’ll let you know.

If Your Brain Won't Stop, Start Here.

You’ve probably spent a lot of time trying to think your way out of this.

Googling at midnight.

Asking people around you for reassurance.

Running the thought through your head one more time to make sure.

It’s exhausting, and it’s not working, not because you’re doing it wrong, but because anxiety and OCD get stronger, the harder you fight them.

This free guide explains what’s actually happening and what it takes to change it.

 

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