Courtney Rodrigue Hubscher, MS, LMHC, LCPC, NCC
Child & Adolescent Anxiety & OCD Therapist

M.S., Licensed Mental Health Counselor (MH13729), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (CC7190), National Board Certified Counselor.
Diplomate & Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, BTTI Trained OCD Therapist, Qualified Clinical Supervisor – Co-Founder & Diplomate of CBT

At GroundWork, I work exclusively with children, adolescents, and families, specializing in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) across all subtypes, including PANS/PANDAS. I also work with specific phobias, with particular emphasis on emetophobia and choking or food-related fears. I have a particular interest and advanced experience in helping children and teens who struggle with intrusive, unwanted thoughts—including taboo themes that can feel especially confusing or frightening and are often misunderstood or misdiagnosed. My therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the most effective, evidence-based treatments for OCD and anxiety disorders.

I am among a very small group of therapists worldwide who have received advanced, specialized training in ERP through the International OCD Foundation’s Behavioral Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) – an intensive program completed in Houston, Texas, in 2016. Fewer than one percent of medical and mental health professionals in the country have achieved this level of OCD-specific expertise. I have also received advanced training for the treatment of complex and treatment-resistant OCD in children via the IOCDF.

In addition, I hold Diplomate status and am a Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy – a distinction awarded to fewer than 1,500 clinicians worldwide who have demonstrated the highest level of competence in CBT. I also completed post-graduate advanced CBT/REBT training at the Albert Ellis Institute in New York City, a globally recognized center for excellence in cognitive therapy.

My work is guided by a strength-based, solution-focused approach that emphasizes resilience, courage, and practical tools that create lasting change. I help children and teens gradually face their fears, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build real-world skills that extend far beyond the therapy room. Parents are integral to the process; I provide targeted education, guidance, and support so families can confidently apply CBT and ERP strategies at home.

For families of younger children who are not yet ready to fully engage in ERP, I offer specialized parent consultation to identify early signs of OCD and build proactive parenting strategies and training before symptoms worsen. This unique approach empowers parents to foster bravery and flexibility early — preventing OCD from taking root and allowing children to thrive.

I provide virtual therapy to clients residing in Florida, Maine, South Carolina, and Vermont. My treatment style is relational, direct, collaborative, and engaging for children and teens. I respect each family’s individual approach to medication and believe that in most cases, a “full dose” of ERP therapy can be pursued before considering adjunct medication.

I am an active member of the International OCD Foundation, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), and the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapists (ABCT). I stay on the cutting edge of research and clinical innovation by attending the IOCDF Annual Conference each year, ensuring that every client benefits from the most up-to-date and effective treatment strategies.Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

About Me I am originally from a small rural town in mid-coast Maine and moved to Florida just before high school to pursue a career as a competitive equestrienne. I went on to earn my degree in Psychology from Rollins College, where I met my husband. I discovered a love for working with children during my practicum and internship experiences while completing my Master’s Degree at Stetson University in 2012. Following my formal education, I continued to advance my training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as I found CBT to be a more efficient, structured, and effective approach to helping clients reach meaningful goals. During this time, I developed a particular passion for working with children and teens struggling with OCD and anxiety disorders, which ultimately led me to specialize in this area. For the past fourteen years, I have had the privilege of working exclusively with children, adolescents, and their families, focusing on anxiety disorders, phobias, OCD, and related disorders using evidence-based treatment approaches.

Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter, being with family, and fussing over my two Toy Fox Terriers. I enjoy strength training, sourdough baking, cooking, traveling between Florida and Maine, and working on interior design projects. Fun fact: I completed sommelier-style wine training and earned the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines—purely for fun, curiosity, and a love of learning. I value a balanced, intentional life and bring that same organized, thoughtful, and creative approach to the work I do with clients.

Education and Certification I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida (MH13729) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maine (CC7190). I am also a National Board Certified Counselor, through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). I am an approved telehealth provider in Vermont (068.0135329TELE) and South Carolina (TLC 648 PC). I have earned a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Rollins College in Winter Park Florida, and a Masters of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Stetson University. I am a graduate of The International OCD Foundation’s Behavioral Therapy Training Institute (BTTI), completing a specialized training in CBT and ERP for OCD through the International OCD Foundation in Houston, Texas. I am a Diplomate & Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. I have also received specific and specialized training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (a specific type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) specifically for Children & Adolescents, after completing an intensive training course at the prestigious Ellis Institute, in New York City. In addition, I am a qualified clinical supervisor in the state of Florida, able to oversee and supervise the practice of post-graduate therapists seeking full state licensure in clinical mental health counseling.