StopOCD is an innovative platform for personalized OCD treatment

Sofia is a licensed clinical psychologist and holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology. Right after finishing her Master’s degree at the Goethe-University in Frankfurt, Germany, she started practicing in the Department of Psychiatry at the University Hospital Frankfurt working with adolescents. Additionally, she conducted research projects on emotion processing as part of her PhD thesis. Her clinical training focused on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in the treatment of children, youth and parents suffering from a range of different psychological disorders in public and private settings.

Michaela Chatzimanoli is a Clinical Psychologist and a certified trauma therapist, specifically working with EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and CRM (Comprehensive Resource Model). She has been practicing therapy in private practice since 2010 and working with the program since 2016. Completed her bachelor studies at the University of Crete, in Greece and finished her masters at the University of Leiden, the Netherlands. These studies provided the opportunity and tools to work as a life coach, providing seminars on acculturation and life skills to expatriates.

Vedrana is a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist. She graduated from University of Novi Sad, Department of Psychology and is trained in Transactional-assimilative approach to psychotherapy and Sociopsychodrama. She is most interested in identity development and identity integration and qualitative research in psychology. She has experience in working with adolescents and their parents, especially concerning themes like sexual orientation and gender identity.

Laura Santner is a Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Poetry Therapist specializing in the treatment of Anxiety and Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors. She received her training at New York University and the International Federation for Biblio/Poetry Therapy. Laura Santner is a graduate from the Trichotillomania Learning Center's (TLC) Professional Training Institute and participated in TLC’s Early Clinician Award Program. Ms.

Maya holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Reichman University in Israel and a Bachelor of Math from the University of Waterloo in Canada. Maya works with clients using psychodynamic approaches as well as various CBT interventions including ACT. Maya’s research focuses on OCD, specifically Relationship OCD, as well as transdiagnostic CBT protocols.

Meryl is a Mindfulness & Positive Psychology Specialist Wellness Counsellor and Marketing & Communications Specialist. Having over 20 years of experience in counseling, marketing and communications, media relations, and training within the mental health, physical health, and well-being industry. Meryl is overseeing customer relations and community management.

Aylen is a clinical psychologist with a decade of experience in both clinical and organizational settings. She holds a masters degree in psychology from The National University of Córdoba, Argentina. Further, she is also an ICF-certified coach and mindfulness consultant while specializing in treating anxiety, depression, and issues related to violence. With a solid foundation in compassion therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices, she skillfully integrates these approaches to support and empower individuals in their personal and professional development.

Allison Rhea holds a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and has dedicated over 30 years of her professional life to psychotherapy, higher education, and freelance writing. Driven by a passion for education, she believes that mental health awareness is essential for both those facing mental challenges and those who are currently not. Allison lives in New Mexico with her husband, Nicholas, and their dogs, Gustavo and Dani. In her free time, she enjoys reading, road trips, gardening, and the occasional/frequent restorative nap.