OCD & Anxiety Therapy in Atlanta

Specialized ERP therapy for kids, teens, and adults.

OCD & Anxiety Therapy in Atlanta

Specialized ERP therapy for kids, teens, and adults.

Is This What You’re Experiencing?

  • Intrusive thoughts that won’t go away

  • Repeating behaviors or mental rituals

  • Constant doubt or need for certainty

  • Avoiding situations because of anxiety

  • Feeling stuck in your own mind

What We Treat

OCD & Intrusive Thoughts

Unwanted thoughts, constant doubt, and the urge to check, repeat, or seek reassurance can make everyday life feel exhausting.

We help children, teens, and adults approach fears, reduce compulsions, and build confidence living with uncertainty through Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

Generalized Anxiety

When everyday worries turn into constant “what ifs,” it can be hard to relax, make decisions, or stay present.

We help children, teens, and adults build practical skills to navigate worry, approach situations they’ve been avoiding, and feel more confident handling uncertainty through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Social Anxiety

Selective Mutism

ARFID

Health Anxiety

Tics and Tourette’s

Meet the team

Meet Hailee Dear

Founder of Dear Therapy and LSCW

Hailee Dear, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Founder of Dear Therapy, specializing in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders…

Meet Rebecca Meline

Licensed Master Social Worker

Rebecca Meline, LMSW, is a Licensed Master Social Worker who specializes in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders…

Meet Lucas Dear

Master Social Worker

Lucas Dear, MSW, works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety. He helps clients …

What to Expect

  • Initial consultation

    We understand your symptoms, challenges, and goals.

  • Personalized treatment plan

    A clear, structured plan using ERP and CBT.

  • Step-by-step exposure work

    Gradually face fears and reduce compulsions.

  • Ongoing guidance and support

    Build skills, track progress, and gain confidence.

Why ERP works

We go beyond traditional talk therapy. Our work is active, structured, and focused on real change.

Instead of just discussing anxiety, we actively help you face it — in a structured, supported way.

Evidence-Based Practices Personalized to You

We use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to help you break free from patterns that keep you stuck.