Shahzad Chaudhry
Licensed Therapist, PhD, LMFT
About
I take a collaborative approach to treating OCD — I want you to feel comfortable deciding what you're ready to practice and sharing your true thoughts with me about ongoing treatment and its effectiveness. I employ ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) consistently but with flexibility. OCD treatment can be difficult, but it is so worth it, because it works. In addition to OCD, I enjoy treating general anxiety, working with adolescents and young adults with life transition issues, and helping children and families improve their interactions.
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About
I take a collaborative approach to treating OCD — I want you to feel comfortable deciding what you're ready to practice and sharing your true thoughts with me about ongoing treatment and its effectiveness. I employ ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) consistently but with flexibility. OCD treatment can be difficult, but it is so worth it, because it works. In addition to OCD, I enjoy treating general anxiety, working with adolescents and young adults with life transition issues, and helping children and families improve their interactions.
INSURANCE ACCEPTED
Takes Aetna, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Forest County Potawatomi, Horizon BCBS, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser - Northern California Region, Kaiser - Southern California Region, Partners Direct Health, Positive Healthcare
LOCATION
Accepting members in California
EDUCATION
- California State University, Bakersfield
- NOCD Academy, OCD Training Program
CULTURAL COMPETENCIES
LGBTQ, TGNC, BIPOC, Agnosticism, Atheism, Islam
OTHER AREAS OF EXPERTISE
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics
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Why our members love working with Shahzad
G.N.
Jan 12, 2024
He's clearly experienced, and has plenty to say about the issues I bring to him. I feel heard.
S.T.
Sep 27, 2023
Excellent!
L.P.
Aug 13, 2023
Having been through different types of therapy with my son, I can honestly say that ERP has been the most successful. Shahzad was our therapist, and he was just the right combo of compassionate, straight forward, and patient to get my son to try ERP. Six months later, my son now has the tools to challenge his thinking and conquer any compulsions. He is so much happier, more confident, and less anxious. He’s even shared about is journey with other people. Anyone out there struggling with OCD should not hesitate to try NOCD- it works!
D.L.
Jun 12, 2023
My therapist is very open and understanding as well as guiding and moving the session forward. I feel like I am being guided on how to walk through my OCD, and understand the path forward, and how to start taking the first steps.
G.M.
May 18, 2023
He is the best
A.T.
Jul 05, 2022
My therapist was very professional, yet empathetic. I felt safe enough to discuss my symptoms. So far, so good
J.S.
Jun 28, 2022
Shezad is very good at his job. His is knowledgeable and very patient
J.S.
Jun 28, 2022
So far I have seen 3 NOCD therapists and Shezad is by far the most knowledgeable and helpful. He has done more in one session than the others in 5 sessions. 5 stars for Shezad.
W.S.
Jun 27, 2022
Made me feel comfortable, safe, supported, gave me clear, easy to understand, and extremely helpful feedback during our session
W.S.
Jun 27, 2022
Therapists me feel confident I could get better
anonymous
Mar 05, 2022
Did not bill my insurance, even though there was no insurance change. Was billing me 90$ session, even though my insurance cover therapy....thanks for the stress NOCD 👍👍👍
anonymous
Feb 27, 2022
I am excited to continue with therapy
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