Center for OCD and Related Disorders (CORD) at Massachusetts General Hospital

The Center for OCD and Related Disorders (CORD) at Massachusetts General Hospital is located in Boston, Massachusetts. We provide expert, evidence‑based care for individuals with obsessive‑compulsive disorder and related disorders.

Our clinical and research programs focus on the treatment of:

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), including BDD by Proxy
Tourette Syndrome (TS) and Chronic Tic Disorder (CTD)
Hoarding Disorder
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors: Hair Pulling (Trichotillomania) and Skin Picking (Excoriation Disorder)
Olfactory Reference Syndrome (ORS)

We offer treatments tailored to each patient’s needs, including cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure and response prevention, habit reversal training, and medication management when appropriate.

Founded by Michael Jenike, MD, and currently led by Sabine Wilhelm, PhD, CORD is dedicated to providing compassionate, research‑informed care while advancing understanding of the causes and treatment of OCD and related disorders.

Our multidisciplinary team includes psychologists, psychiatrists, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and clinical research staff who are nationally and internationally recognized for their expertise in these conditions.

Diversity Statement:

Our mission is to improve the lives of people suffering from OCD and related disorders through excellence in patient care, research, and training. Guided by the inherent dignity and integrity of every individual, we strive to build a supportive mental healthcare community, enrich professional development, and deliver compassionate, respectful care that promotes remission and recovery.

OCD Specialists At This Clinic:

• Sabine Wilhelm, PhD
• Natasha Bailen, PhD
• Nancy Keuthen, PhD
• Joshua Salvi, MD
• Jennifer Ragan, PhD
• Sarah Coe-Odess, PhD
• Lisa Zakhary, MD
• Aisha Usmani, PhD