Our Story
Anxiety & OCD Behavioral Health Center was founded in 2013 by Dr. Heather Plinovich to address a critical gap in Northwest Indiana: access to specialized, evidence-based care for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and related conditions. From the beginning, our goal has been clear — deliver treatment that works, in a space where people feel supported and understood.
What began as a solo practice in Munster, IN, has grown into a small team of doctoral-level psychologists and master’s-level counselors serving children, teens, adults, and families across Northwest Indiana and beyond. With offices now in Schererville and Chesterton, as well as telehealth and PSYPACT coverage, we make high-quality care more accessible than ever.
Since 2021, we’ve been honored to be voted Best in Mental Health Counseling by the Northwest Indiana Times every year — a recognition that reflects both the trust of our community and the lasting results our patients achieve.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple: to provide research-based psychological care that reduces suffering, improves quality of life, and leads to lasting change.
We do this by:
Using proven treatments such as ERP, ACT, CBT, SPACE, and more.
Offering flexible care options, including telehealth and real-world exposures.
Providing thorough evaluations to ensure accuracy and track progress.
Delivering treatment that is effective, efficient, and lowers long-term emotional and financial costs.
Our Values
At AOBHC, we are guided by values that shape everything we do:
Clarity & Competence – Therapy grounded in science, not trends.
Compassion – Respectful, supportive care in every interaction.
Connection – Building trust with patients, families, and community partners.
Integrity – High-quality, ethical care with no shortcuts.
Growth – Supporting progress in our patients, our team, and our field.
Media & Press
We are proud to contribute to local and national conversations about mental health. Our clinicians have been featured in the Northwest Indiana Times, The National Psychologist, Northwest Indiana Business Quarterly, WYCA Radio, and other outlets, covering topics from OCD and anxiety to hoarding, procrastination, and school anxiety.
Presentations & Training
Our clinicians regularly share expertise through community talks and professional trainings. Locally, we’ve partnered with schools, libraries, and community organizations to address topics such as school refusal, anxiety in teens, selective mutism, and compassion fatigue in educators.
At the professional level, our team has presented at national and international conferences, including the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) and the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), as well as state and university trainings. Topics include exposure therapy, selective mutism, OCD in college students, and transitions in emerging adulthood.
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