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Break Free with Compassionate OCD Treatment Tailored for You

Struggling with obsessive-compulsive behaviors can impact daily life in profound ways, but our tailored ocd treatment offers effective strategies to regain control. Serving Stockbridge, GA, we specialize in evidence-based therapies that address the unique challenges of ocd, including exposure and response prevention and cognitive-behavioral techniques. At J. Scott Matthews, LPC, we are committed to providing compassionate support and customized care designed around your specific needs. If you are ready to take the first step toward lasting improvement, contact us today to learn more about how our ocd treatment can help you.

Tailored OCD Therapy in Stockbridge

Experience effective OCD treatment without medication through our customized therapy plans in Stockbridge. Our expert therapists provide cognitive behavioral therapy for OCD and exposure therapy for OCD, ensuring a personalized approach to help you manage OCD symptoms effectively. Discover the benefits of specialized care that prioritizes your unique needs and promotes lasting relief.

Expert Online Counseling for OCD Relief

Access OCD therapy near me with our convenient online counseling services. Benefit from evidence-based techniques like ERP therapy for OCD and anxiety management, designed to reduce symptoms and enhance your quality of life. Our trained therapists are committed to providing support and guidance tailored to your individual challenges.

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My counseling specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, and OCD-spectrum disorders, and my theoretical approach includes various therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioral, to address each client's needs.


I am a member of the International OCD Foundation, as well as the Anxiety & Depression Association of America. I have completed intensive training to master techniques needed for the treatment of OCD and related disorders, including Exposure and Response Prevention. I am also trained in Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), another evidence-based treatment for OCD.

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J. Scott Matthews, LPC


I earned my Master's of Science in Professional Counseling from Georgia State University in 1998, and I'm a member of the International OCD Foundation, as well as the Anxiety & Depression Association of America. I’ve worked at a number of sites, governmental and private, throughout my lengthy career, but private outpatient counseling and psychotherapy remain my first love.

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Telehealth Services


Online therapy is a great option for busy people who can't make it to therapy appointments. It's also a great option for people who live in rural areas or far from therapy offices. And, it's a great option for people who want to keep their therapy private.


Telehealth has made it simple and easy for counselors and patients to connect from the comfort of their own spaces. No matter where you are in the states of Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, or Texas, I can provide my counseling and psychotherapy services to you.

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Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT)


Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) is a specialized form of cognitive therapy primarily developed to treat Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Unlike traditional CBT, which often focuses on challenging the content of thoughts and reducing compulsions through exposure, I-CBT focuses on how a person arrives at obsessive doubts in the first place.


The Core Idea

I-CBT proposes that OCD begins with a false inference (a mistaken conclusion) rather than a realistic concern.

For example:

  • A person touches a clean doorknob.
  • There is no actual evidence of contamination.
  • OCD creates a doubt: "What if there are dangerous germs on my hands?"
  • The person starts treating this imagined possibility as if it were reality.
  • Anxiety increases, leading to compulsions such as excessive handwashing.



I-CBT helps individuals recognize when they have left reality-based reasoning and entered what therapists call the "inferential confusion" process—giving more weight to imagined possibilities than to direct evidence.

OCD Treatment


OCD treatment can be difficult, but I am are here to help. Our OCD treatment methods are effective and high quality. We will work together to manage your OCD and help you lead a normal life.


Many people suffering with OCD receive mental health treatment for years before receiving an accurate diagnosis and proper therapy. I provide assessment and evidence-based treatment that allow clients to live their lives fully.

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Anxiety Treatment


I provide treatment for those managing anxiety in order to improve their quality of life. I will work with you to create a custom plan that fits your needs. Whether you experience generalized or social anxiety, panic disorder, specific phobias, or other anxiety disorders, I provide specialized therapy to facilitate symptom improvement and fuller engagement with life. As your therapist, I’ll teach you new skills and coping mechanisms you can use daily.

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Where Can I Find Effective OCD Treatment in Stockbridge?

Finding effective ocd treatment can feel overwhelming, but our team is dedicated to guiding you through every step toward lasting relief. We proudly serve those in the Stockbridge, GA area with personalized care plans that address your unique needs. Our approach to ocd treatment combines proven therapeutic techniques and compassionate support to help you regain control of your life. Choosing us means you are investing in a tailored experience where ocd treatment is not a generic program but a focused partnership. Let us help you discover strategies that work, making ocd treatment both accessible and impactful for your journey. Contact us today to learn more about our ocd treatment options and start your path to wellness.

Treatment Approaches


My aim is to offer services to individual adults through specialized treatment methods, enabling the client and me to select a therapeutic approach uniquely suited to their needs.

  • Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT)

    This evidence-based approach views OCD as a reasoning disorder characterized by obsessional doubts and compulsions. I-CBT provides symptom relief by guiding clients to focus on actual sensory evidence and present-moment experience. Through this process, clients develop the ability to trust themselves and rely on what they know to be true, rather than imagined possibilities. This treatment promotes recovery without the need for prescribed exposures.

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

    Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that helps individuals confront distressing obsessional thoughts, urges, or images. During the exposure process, individuals refrain from performing compulsive behaviors aimed at reducing their discomfort. This approach helps reduce distress over time and teaches individuals that their fear or anxiety is unwarranted.

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an evidence-based form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that emphasizes aligning actions with personal values. It incorporates acceptance and mindfulness techniques to enhance psychological flexibility and improve overall well-being.

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Frequently Asked Questions


  • Do you accept insurance?

    I do not accept insurance coverage; however, I am happy to provide superbill receipts to clients. These can be submitted to their insurance company for reimbursement of any available out-of-network benefits.

  • What payment methods do you accept?

    Patients may pay for counseling using these major credit and debit card companies: American Express, Mastercard, Discover, and Visa.


    Additionally, payment for counseling via cash, check, or Health Savings Account is also accepted.


    If you do not see your preferred method of payment for my counseling services listed, please contact me today. 

  • Qualifications

    The qualifications of my counseling practice:


    Years in Practice: 27 Years

    License: Georgia / LPC003491

    School: Georgia State University

    Degree: Master’s of Science in Professional Counseling

    Year Graduated: 1998

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