Belal Mustafa

OCD often feels like being stuck in a mental loop where the harder you fight to get out, the tighter the knot gets. It’s exhausting, and I’ve spent the last 15 years helping people untie those knots. My approach isn't about just 'managing' symptoms; it’s about changing the power dynamic between you and your thoughts. I specialize in a combination of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I’m particularly passionate about ACT—having pioneered the first ACT-based behavioral research in our region—because it focuses on 'psychological flexibility.' This means we don't just work on stopping the 'what ifs'; we work on making sure those thoughts no longer stop you from living your life. My background as both a clinical psychologist and a behavior analyst means I look at the 'why' and the 'how' of your rituals. Whether you're dealing with intrusive thoughts or physical compulsions, we’ll work as a team to disarm the cycles and get you back to the things that actually matter to you. I believe therapy should be evidence-based and rigorous, but above all, it has to be human.