OCD Anxiety Centers (Westlake Village, CA)

OCD Anxiety Centers’ Westlake Village clinic provides specialized, evidence-based treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), related disorders, and anxiety disorders for children (ages 8 and up), adolescents, and adults.

The Westlake Village clinic offers Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) levels of care, as well as a Virtual IOP option. Treatment is grounded in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and is complemented by ACT, DBT, and thoughtfully selected CBT interventions. Clients can expect ERP in a group setting, where they work on their exposures in a supportive and collaborative environment.

OCD Anxiety Centers was founded by Paul Peterson after his own family experienced the challenges of OCD. The organization has treated more than 6,000 clients and continuously refines care through data-informed practice, tracking outcomes weekly.

OCD Anxiety Centers’ clients typically experience life-changing symptom reduction. Clients who completed OCD Anxiety Centers’ IOP in 2025 experienced an average symptom reduction of 68%. Whether you are seeking help for yourself or a loved one, OCD Anxiety Centers is committed to being a trusted resource for the OCD community.

Treatment of Co-occurring Disorders:

PTSD, misophonia

Diversity Statement:

OCD Anxiety Centers is committed to providing respectful, equitable, and inclusive behavioral health care. Our mission is to empower individuals and their loved ones in overcoming obsessive-compulsive and anxiety disorders while restoring daily functioning and quality of life. Organizational policies support diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status. Staff are expected to treat all individuals with dignity and respect and foster an environment that values diversity and inclusive care.

Clinical Teams at OCD Anxiety Centers receive training in evidence-based treatment for OCD and anxiety disorders, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Staff orientation and ongoing development emphasize ethical practice, trauma-informed care, nondiscrimination, and culturally respectful treatment. Employees are expected to recognize and respect the diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences of clients and families. Ongoing training and supervision support clinicians in delivering inclusive, evidence-based care to individuals from a wide range of cultural, social, and developmental backgrounds.

OCD Anxiety Centers provides specialized treatment for obsessive-compulsive and anxiety disorders through Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) programs serving youth and adults. Services include individual therapy, group therapy, family education, and psychiatric support when indicated. The organization maintains nondiscrimination policies and ensures equal access to services for all individuals. Reasonable accommodations are provided for clients with disabilities, and staff work collaboratively with families and support systems to ensure treatment is accessible and responsive to each client’s needs and background.