SCIENCEWORKS
BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE
Edited and reviewed:
November 24, 2025
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OCD & ERP SPECIALISTS
ERP therapy for OCD in Tennessee
Evidence-based exposure and response prevention with licensed OCD specialists — by secure telehealth anywhere in Tennessee, with new-client openings most weeks.
Intrusive thoughts and rituals eat up hours of your day
IS ERP RIGHT FOR YOU?
A good fit if any of this sounds familiar
Structured ERP tailored to your specific obsessions and rituals
Weekly telehealth sessions with a clinician who specializes in OCD
A collaborative, paced plan with skills you practice between sessions
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW IT WORKS
What ERP is, and how it works for OCD
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) is the most studied, first-line behavioral treatment for OCD. Together with your therapist, you gradually and safely face the thoughts, images, and situations that trigger anxiety — while practicing not performing the usual ritual or reassurance-seeking.
Over repeated practice, two things happen: the anxiety naturally rises and falls without the compulsion, and your brain learns that the feared outcome doesn’t depend on the ritual. The grip of the cycle loosens. At ScienceWorks we adapt ERP for neurodivergent clients and complex presentations, drawing on ERP, CBT, inference-based CBT, and mindfulness-based strategies — structured, but never one-size-fits-all.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT ERP AND OCD
2.3%
lifetime prevalence of OCD among U.S. adults
Source:
3 in 4
of telehealth ERP clients saw measurable OCD improvement
Source:
12.8 yrs
average time from OCD symptom onset to diagnosis
Source:
WHAT TO EXPECT
Simple to start, structured throughout
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Free 15-minute consult.
We learn what’s going on and answer your questions — no pressure.
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Structured ERP on a secure video platform, anywhere in Tennessee.
You’re paired with a clinician experienced in ERP.
Matched with an OCD specialist.
Weekly telehealth 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
Specialized, supervised, clinically reviewed
Your ERP for OCD care is delivered by a team of licensed providers with specialized training in exposure and response prevention (ERP) and experience supporting neurodivergent clients. We match you with a provider experienced in OCD — not a generalist.
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Independent, evidence-based, affirming
Because we’re independent and out-of-network, your treatment is driven by what actually works — not by insurance limits or session caps.
You’re matched with a clinician who specializes in OCD and ERP, using evidence-based methods informed by IOCDF guidance — not a generalist approach.
Care is neurodivergent-affirming and delivered by secure telehealth across Tennessee, so you get specialized support from wherever you’re comfortable.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions
Is ERP for OCD available online or in person?
ScienceWorks provides ERP for OCD entirely online via secure telehealth, to adults and teens located in Tennessee during sessions. There’s no in-person option, which lets you attend from home, work, or school — wherever you’re most comfortable — and removes travel time as a barrier to starting care.
Is ERP safe if I also have ADHD, autism, anxiety, or trauma?
Yes. ERP can be adapted for co-occurring conditions, paced carefully, and combined with grounding and trauma-aware strategies as needed.
How long does ERP take, and what about fees or insurance?
Timelines vary with severity and goals. We review fees, scheduling, and any insurance or out-of-network reimbursement options before you commit to ongoing sessions.
*Therapy and assessments available in the following states (coaching available worldwide):
AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WI, WY
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. S 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.