Tejal Jakatdar

Dr. Tejal Jakatdar is the founder and director of Willow Anxiety & OCD, a cognitive behavioral therapy center. Jakatdar works with complex cases of OCD and anxiety, offering evidence-based treatments to adults, children, and adolescents.

Jakatdar earned her doctoral degree from Temple University's clinical psychology program, training under Dr. Richard Heimberg. She completed her internship at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. In 2010, she co-founded the Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center of Philadelphia, enhancing her expertise in the field.

Her therapeutic approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy with exposure therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Clients can expect a structured and collaborative experience. Jakatdar also leads intensive outpatient programs and support groups, focusing on tailored, effective care.