
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS:
Speak Without Freezing FOR TEENS
Does your teen get nervous speaking in class or during presentations? They’re not alone—and we can help!
Calm their nerves in the moment
Manage anxious thoughts
Stay focused while speaking
When: Saturday, 5/2/2026, 10am - 1pm
Where: 2794 Gateway Rd. Carlsbad
Cost: $197
Limited to 8 participants for a small, supportive group experience
Reserve your teen's spot today by emailing [email protected]

Meet Dr. Nina Petit de Mange
Carlsbad Psychological Services PC was founded by Dr. Nina Petit de Mange in 2013. Her extensive clinical experience working with children and adults quickly established her as a go-to expert for ADHD, severe anxiety, and OCD treatment. Before becoming a psychologist, Dr. P spent 15 years performing in high school and community theatre on the east coast. She obtained her Bachelor's of Science degree in Theatre Arts at Towson University in 2005.Dr. P integrates her formal theatre training and experience with her expertise as an anxiety treatment provider to teach workshops on managing performance anxiety.Outside of her clinical practice, you may find Dr. Petit de Mange attending a ball game with her beautiful boys; taking long walks; reading mysteries; and cooking her favorite Mediterranean recipes.Education and Experience:
Certified Neurodiversity-Affirming Assessment Provider - 2024
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology: CSPP at Alliant International University - 2012
Teaching Assistant for Graduate Testing Courses - 2008-2011
Specialty Areas:
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Performance Anxiety
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Social Anxiety/Social Phobia
Specific Phobias
Panic Attacks/Panic Disorder
Step 1: Click the "Book a Free Consultation" button below.Step 2: You will receive an email or phone call within 24 business hours for a complimentary consultation.Step 3: During your complimentary consultation, Dr. Petit de Mange will gather information and make recommendations about treatment. She will also answer any questions you may have.Step 4: Once you decide on the best treatment option for you, you will be scheduled for your intake and first therapy session or therapy intensive. Clients are currently being scheduled within 2 weeks of calling.
Our Services
What is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy for OCD?Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for OCD. It is considered a gold-standard treatment for OCD and anxiety.If you struggle with obsessive thoughts, anxiety, or compulsions (like checking, washing, counting, or needing things to feel “just right”), ERP can help you take back control.ERP has two main parts:1. Exposure
This means slowly and safely facing the thoughts, images, objects, or situations that trigger your OCD. You are not forced into anything scary. We take small, planned steps together.2. Response Prevention
This means choosing not to do the compulsion or ritual that usually follows the anxiety. Instead of checking, washing, avoiding, or asking for reassurance, you practice letting the anxiety rise and fall on its own.How Does ERP Help?OCD grows when you avoid fear or do rituals to feel better. ERP teaches your brain a new lesson:* Anxiety goes down on its own.
* You can handle uncomfortable thoughts.
* You do not need rituals to be safe.Over time, your brain learns that the fear is not as dangerous as it feels.In ERP therapy for OCD, we will:* Set clear treatment goals
* Build a step-by-step plan
* Practice skills during sessions
* Practice between sessions with supportERP works for many types of OCD, including:* Contamination OCD
* Harm OCD
* Religious or scrupulosity OCD
* Relationship OCD
* Checking OCDHow do I pay for services?I am considered an "out-of-network" provider for most PPO insurance plans. You may request a receipt (superbill) to seek reimbursement from your insurance. All fees are due prior to services being provided. Invoices will be emailed to you and can be paid using VISA, MC, Discover, AMEX, FSA, or HSA.
Phone: (760) 683-8770
Email: [email protected]
Location: 2794 Gateway Road, Carlsbad 92009
Complete the form below to book a free 15 minute phone consultation.
Phone: (760) 683-8770
Email: [email protected]
Location: 2794 Gateway Road, Carlsbad 92009