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Could OCD Explain What You've Been Seeing?
Some children seem trapped by worries they can't let go of. Others repeat certain behaviors, ask for constant reassurance, avoid situations that make them anxious, or become distressed when things don't feel "just right." These experiences can be confusing for both children and parents, especially when they don't seem to make logical sense.
You may have wondered whether your child is simply anxious, going through a phase, or dealing with something more. An OCD Assessment can help identify whether obsessive-compulsive disorder or another condition may better explain what you're seeing, giving your family a clearer understanding of how to help.
Pricing & Availability
A virtual OCD Assessment is a flat rate of $325.
Appointments are often available as soon as the same week.
All psychological assessments are offered on a self-pay basis, allowing us to provide individualized, comprehensive evaluations without insurance restrictions. We are happy to provide a superbill if you want to claim on your out of network insurance benefits.
Meet Dr. Carrie Merino (PhD, CMHC)
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Dr. Carrie Merino has spent more than a decade helping children, adolescents, and adults better understand autism, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health concerns. She specializes in comprehensive psychological assessments that understand the whole person, recognizing both strengths and challenges.
Alongside her clinical practice, Dr. Merino serves as the Program Director and Associate Professor of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling master's program at Utah Valley University, where she helps train future mental health professionals. Her experience spans private practice, hospitals, crisis services, and community mental health, giving her a broad perspective when conducting evaluations.
Known for her warm, thorough, and neurodiversity-affirming approach, Dr. Merino takes time to understand each person's unique story. Whether or not a formal diagnosis is made, her goal is to provide meaningful answers, practical recommendations, and greater clarity about the path forward.
Find a Time That Works for You
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What to expect on the call:
A care specialist will ask you a few noninvasive questions to connect you with the right therapist for your consultation.
Our Virtual Assessment Process
Getting a diagnosis can feel like a big step. Click through the sections below to learn what to expect, and if you have questions, we're happy to talk during a free 15-minute consultation.
We begin by talking about your concerns, your child's history, and the situations that prompted you to seek an evaluation. Together, we'll discuss symptoms, daily functioning, and determine whether an OCD Assessment is appropriate.
Parents, and when appropriate, children, teachers, or other caregivers complete secure online questionnaires or exams using evidence-based assessment tools.
Many conditions can look similar to OCD, so we take time to carefully review interviews, assessment results, developmental history, and behavioral patterns.
We'll review the results together, answer your questions, explain whether your child meets criteria for OCD or another condition, and discuss their strengths alongside the challenges they're experiencing.
Every assessment includes personalized recommendations, practical next steps, resources, and options for ongoing support from us or referrals. Our goal is that whether or not a diagnosis is made, you'll leave with greater clarity and confidence in moving forward.