Katie Fracalanza, PHD

I started seeing Dr. Fracalanza in January 2020, and I can honestly say she is the only provider I have encountered in decades of looking for help who understands the OCD sufferer from the patient’s point of view.
 
Her cognitive behavioral therapy techniques were done in a gradual and effective way which took into account the fear and anxiety that OCD patients suffer. She gave me a framework for dealing with this disorder that really changed my life, and allowed me to live more normally, as well as improve my relations with family and friends.
 
Among doctors and therapists, the attribute of kindness is frequently missing. Katie has that kindness.

I have been seeing Dr. Fracalanza and her practice for over five years, initially seeking help for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Through a compassionate, caring, and open environment, Dr. Fracalanza has guided me using cognitive behavioral therapy techniques — especially Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).

With Dr. Fracalanza's support, I’ve gained the foundational tools needed to manage and treat my OCD. The impact of this work has been profound — not just for me, but for my family as well. I’ve grown so much on this journey and now feel equipped to recognize when OCD begins to interfere in my life. I have a clear treatment plan and access to the resources I need, including continued support from Dr. Fracalanza and her team.

The importance of Dr. Fracalanza's work cannot be overstated. I would fully recommend Dr. Fracalanza and her team to anyone struggling with intrusive obsessions and compulsions who is looking for a supportive, skilled, and understanding professional. Thank you.

This spring I had the pleasure of being in a self compassion class taught by Dr Fracalanza. She is a wonderful teacher, mentor and person. Dr.Fracalanza  was very knowledgeable in the subject matter she was teaching and she created a very inclusive and welcoming atmosphere when we met even though it was a Zoom class. I have taken other classes in the past taught by Dr Fracalaza and she has been very instrumental in helping me intuitively continue on my path of self discovery and to find joy in my relationship to others but most importantly to myself.