70/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.7★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Best Anxiety And OCD Therapists in Fairfax, VA (2026)
11 anxiety and OCD therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Fairfax: Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Fairfax, RP Score 70/100; 2.7★ from 22 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
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Most-reviewed: Anxiety Institute McLean OCD & Anxiety Therapy, 20 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 11 ranked after Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Fairfax; ranked #8.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
11 Fairfax anxiety and OCD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 11 rated practices.
Top 10 anxiety and OCD therapists in Fairfax at a glance
Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Fairfax | 70 | 2.7★ (22) | Fairfax | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Fairfax | 67 | 1.9★ (12) | Fairfax Station, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Annandale | 66 | 2.3★ (14) | Annandale, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Anxiety and Self-Esteem Therapy in Northern Virginia - Lola Therapy, LLC | 63 | 5.0★ (5) | Fairfax | Evenings | — |
| 5 | Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Alexandria | 63 | 3.8★ (18) | Alexandria, 14 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Emerge Wellness (Anxiety & OCD Therapy) | 61 | 5.0★ (4) | Arlington, 3 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | OCD Anxiety Centers | 60 | 4.7★ (10) | Vienna, 6 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 8 | Anxiety Institute McLean OCD & Anxiety Therapy | 60 | 4.6★ (20) | McLean, 9 mi away | Evenings | Most reviews |
| 9 | Mindspace Clinical Counseling | Virtual Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, OCD, Christian Counseling | 55 | 5.0★ (7) | Rockville, 18 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Center for Anxiety and Behavioral Change | 51 | 4.2★ (5) | Rockville, 19 mi away | Evenings | — |
The 11 best anxiety and OCD therapists in Fairfax, ranked
Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.
Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Fairfax Station, 5 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 1.9★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based in Annandale, 7 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.3★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based in Fairfax
63/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based in Alexandria, 14 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.8★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based in Arlington, 3 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Vienna, 6 mi away
60/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based in McLean, 9 mi away
60/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based in Rockville, 18 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based in Rockville, 19 mi away
51/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based in Rockville, 19 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Also serving Fairfax
20 more anxiety and OCD therapists within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
How we ranked Fairfax anxiety and OCD therapists
We scored 11 Fairfax anxiety and OCD therapists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Fairfax data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose an anxiety and OCD therapist
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure anxiety and OCD therapy is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- If OCD is the concern, ask whether they offer exposure and response prevention (ERP) and how they were trained in it.
- Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.
Questions to ask an anxiety and OCD therapist
- Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
- Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
- How much of your work is anxiety and OCD therapy?
- Which approach do you use for anxiety or OCD, and why?
- What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
- Do you offer online sessions?
- What is your cancellation policy?
- What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?
Terms explained
- PhD / PsyD
- Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
- Licensed psychologist
- A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
- Psychological associate
- In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
- LPC / LMHC / LCPC
- US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
- LCSW
- Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
- LMFT
- Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
- RP / RCC
- Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
- PSYPACT
- An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
- Telehealth
- Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
- CBT
- Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
- DBT
- Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
- ERP
- Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.
Anxiety and OCD therapists in Fairfax: frequently asked questions
Who is the best anxiety and OCD therapist in Fairfax?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked anxiety and OCD therapist in Fairfax, VA is Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Fairfax with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 2.7★ from 22 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Fairfax (#2) and Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Annandale (#3) follow. We ranked 11 anxiety and OCD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many anxiety and OCD therapists are there in Fairfax?
RankedPsychologists ranks 11 anxiety and OCD therapists serving Fairfax, VA. 2 of them are based in Fairfax; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
What should I do if I need help right now?
In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.
Which anxiety and OCD therapists in Fairfax work on weekends?
5 of 11 ranked anxiety and OCD therapists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Fairfax (#1), Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Fairfax (#2) and Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Annandale (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Fairfax anxiety and OCD therapists have?
The median Google rating among 11 rated anxiety and OCD therapists in Fairfax is 4.6★, with a median of 10 reviews. Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Fairfax has the most, 22 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does RankedPsychologists rank anxiety and OCD therapists?
Each anxiety and OCD therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do anxiety and OCD therapists outside Fairfax count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Fairfax city center, our service radius for anxiety and OCD therapists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.
Can anxiety and OCD therapists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?
No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.
How are anxiety and OCD therapists in Fairfax ranked?
Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on anxiety and OCD therapy and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.
What kinds of therapy are used for anxiety and OCD?
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is widely used for anxiety disorders. For OCD, a form of CBT called exposure and response prevention (ERP) is commonly recommended. Ask a therapist which approach they use and what training they have in it.
Can I see an anxiety and OCD therapist online?
Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.
What if I need help right now?
Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.
Update log for Fairfax
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 11 anxiety and OCD therapists serving Fairfax.
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