SCIENCEWORKS
BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE
Edited and reviewed:
June 10, 2026
Reviewed by:
Complete Care for all Neurotypes
Therapy | Assessments | Coaching
ERP FOR OCD SPECIALISTS
ERP therapy for OCD in Nashville
Evidence-based ERP for OCD with licensed Tennessee specialists, by secure telehealth for people in Nashville, with new-client openings most weeks.
Compulsions and rituals run hours of your day
IS ERP RIGHT FOR YOUR OCD?
What ERP with our team looks like
Structured ERP targeted to your specific obsessions and compulsions
Weekly telehealth sessions with a clinician who specializes in ERP
Between-session practice with steady, collaborative support
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW ERP WORKS
What ERP is, and why it’s first-line for OCD
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) is the most-researched, first-line behavioral treatment for OCD. With your therapist, you approach the thoughts, images, and situations that set off anxiety in gradual, planned steps — while holding off on the ritual or reassurance you’d normally reach for.
Each time you do, the anxiety crests and falls without the compulsion, and your brain updates: the feared outcome wasn’t held off by the ritual. The cycle weakens. We deliver ERP in person in Nashville or by secure video across Tennessee, adapt it for neurodivergent and complex presentations, and draw on CBT, inference-based CBT, and mindfulness skills so the plan fits you.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT ERP FOR OCD
63%
of adults became full responders in telehealth ERP
Source:
2.3%
lifetime OCD prevalence among U.S. adults
Source:
12.8 yrs
average time from OCD onset to diagnosis
Source:
WHAT TO EXPECT
Low-pressure start, structured care
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Start with a free consult.
Share what you’re struggling with and ask anything — no pressure.
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Structured ERP in person in Nashville or by secure telehealth statewide.
We pair you with a specialist in exposure and response prevention.
Matched to an ERP clinician.
Weekly video sessions.
Payment options
As a specialty practice, we're out-of-network so we can offer the most effective, customized services.
Our payment options are transparent and flexible:
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Self-Pay: All major credit cards; FAS/HSA eligible
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Payment Plans: 6-months interest-free for approved clients via CareCredit
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Superbills Provided
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Out-of-Network: Up to 90% reimbursement for qualifying plans
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
ERP-trained, licensed, supervised
Your ERP for OCD care is delivered by licensed Tennessee providers with specialized training in exposure and response prevention and experience with neurodivergent clients. You’re matched with a clinician who specializes in ERP — not a generalist taking it on.
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Independent, evidence-driven, affirming
Independent and out-of-network, we plan your ERP around what actually works — not around insurance session limits or visit caps.
You’re matched with a clinician who specializes in ERP for OCD using IOCDF-informed methods, not a general-practice approach.
Care is neurodivergent-affirming — in person at our Nashville office or by secure telehealth, so you get specialized ERP the way that suits you.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about ERP
Is ERP for OCD available in Nashville or online?
ScienceWorks delivers ERP for OCD in person at our Nashville office or by secure telehealth to adults and teens across Tennessee. Video ERP is as effective as in-person care, and attending from home removes travel as a reason to put off starting.
Is ERP safe with co-occurring ADHD, autism, or anxiety?
Yes. ERP can be paced and adapted for co-occurring conditions and combined with grounding or trauma-aware strategies as needed, so the work fits how your brain processes anxiety rather than fighting it.
How long does ERP take, and what does it cost?
Timelines depend on severity and goals, and many people see change within a few months of consistent ERP. We review fees, scheduling, and any out-of-network reimbursement options during your free consult, before you commit.
*Therapy and assessments available in the following states (coaching available worldwide):
Work with us locally:
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2603 Elm Hill Pike, Suite C
Nashville, TN 37214
Disclaimer: This page provides general educational information and is not a substitute for mental health diagnosis or treatment. Reading this page does not create a therapist–client relationship with ScienceWorks Behavioral Healthcare. If you are in crisis or may be at risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or call/text 988 (U.S.). Additional emergency support can be found here: Emergency Resources.