Is there help for me?
Absolutely! Our clinic specializes in the treatment of OCD and related disorders and our clinicians are dedicated to providing the best and most effective treatment available. Taking the first step can be hard, but we encourage you to call our clinic at (617) 726-6766.
What kind of treatment is offered?
We offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapy, medication, and treatment studies.
Are there any current research studies?
Yes! We are always recruiting for our research studies. For more information, please visit our research study page. If you would like to be contacted for research, please visit our research contact form here.
What insurance do you take?
You need to call the number on the reverse side of your insurance card for mental health services. Ask if you have benefits to be seen at MGH outpatient psychiatry. We bill as a group, not as an individual clinic or provider. Please visit MGH’s Psychiatry FAQs for more information about insurances we do not accept.
Can I make an appointment when I call?
Appointments are not scheduled immediately. If you are interested in being seen in our clinic, the first step is to contact our intake coordinator at (617) 726-6766.
How do I make a referral?
Referrals are not necessary to complete an intake, which is found on our website here.
What Is an intake?
The intake is a brief phone questionnaire that will be completed when you call our clinic for the first time. We will ask you what type of insurance you have, some demographic information, a brief history of your symptoms, and what kind of treatment you are looking for. The intake takes about 15 minutes. You can also complete the intake online by completing the form on our website.
What happens after I complete an intake?
Your intake will be presented at a staff meeting and a recommendation will be made. If it is determined that we are unable to see you at our clinic, we will offer you referrals. Please note, completing an intake does not guarantee that you will be seen in the clinic.
What is the current wait time for an appointment?
The wait time for an appointment will depend on the provider and specialty. Please call 617-726-6766 for further information
How often do I meet with the clinician?
The psychiatrist or psychologist who evaluates you typically makes a diagnosis after the first or second visit. As a next step, they will work with you to develop a treatment plan to address your goals and concerns. Length of treatment tends to be short-term lasting from 12-20 sessions, although this varies depending on treatment goals and progress.
Is there an inpatient OCD clinic?
Yes, the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Institute (OCDI) at McLean hospital in Belmont, MA offers intensive inpatient treatment for OCD. You can visit their website or contact (617) 855-2776 for adult admissions and (774) 419-1182 for children admissions.
Can you give me information for out-of-state OCD specialists?
Please visit the International OCD Foundation for an extensive list of clinicians throughout the US and abroad.
Are there any support groups for OCD?
Please visit the International OCD Foundation for a listing of support groups. Additionally, MGH offers group therapy, if you are interested in participating in an OCD group, please call the MGH Psychiatry Access Line at 617-724-7792
Is the information I provide confidential?
Yes. We adhere to strict HIPAA privacy codes.
Where are you located and where do I park?
We are located up the street from the main MGH campus. Our address is 185 Cambridge St. Suite 2000, Boston, MA 02114. Look for Charles River Plaza. We are the building next to CVS. For additional information on our location and available parking garages, please visit our page here
