Zachary Kilgore, LCSW
Therapy for OCD, Anxiety, & BFRBs
Hello & Welcome!
I’m Zack, a clinical therapist specializing in evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults with OCD, anxiety disorders, and BFRBs. Additional areas of expertise include depression, ADHD, autism, and substance use. I am based out of the Greater Philadelphia area, servicing individuals across Pennsylvania, New York, and California.
About Me
I'm a clinical therapist specializing in evidence-based treatment for children, teens, and adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders including social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic attacks, specific phobias (fear of heights, flying, or animals), and body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) including hair pulling, skin picking, nail, lip, and cheek biting. Additional areas of expertise include depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, and substance use. I earned my master's degree in social work from Widener University and my bachelor's degree in psychology from Pennsylvania State University. Outside of my practice, I enjoy spending time with family, golfing, playing video games, and following my favorite sports teams.​
Professional Experience
Over the past decade, I’ve worked within various healthcare systems, specializing in OCD, anxiety-related conditions, BFRBs, depression, ADHD, and substance use. I am certified in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) through The Beck Institute, a rigorous process involving many hours of training and consultation with clinical psychologists specializing in CBT. I have received extensive training and consultation in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) through the University of Pennsylvania Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety (CTSA). I am a member of the International Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Foundation (IOCDF). I have also received specialized training in Comprehensive Behavioral (ComB) Treatment and Habit Reversal Training (HRT) through The TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors.
I have held leadership roles including Director, Manager, and Supervisor of Behavioral Health across multiple healthcare systems. These experiences have provided me with a deep understanding of workplace stress and burnout, making me especially attuned to the needs of professionals navigating high-demand environments. In addition to my private practice, I work as a Behavioral Health Clinician in the Emergency Room at Main Line Health System, providing psychiatric crisis assessments and support to individuals and families during some of their most vulnerable moments. I also teach CBT to physician residents within the Psychiatry Program, sharing evidence-based strategies to support mental health care in high-pressure settings.
