Elizabeth McIngvale Ph.d., Lcsw

Elizabeth McIngvale, Ph.D., LCSW has extensive experience in the field of OCD and anxiety disorders. Elizabeth is currently the Director and Co-Director at the McLean OCD Institute Houston, where they oversee various levels of care for individuals with OCD and related disorders. Additionally, Dr. McIngvale is the Founder of the Peace of Mind Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of OCD sufferers and caregivers through education, research, support, and advocacy. Elizabeth also founded The OCD Challenge, a free online self-help website for individuals with OCD.

Prior to their current positions, Dr. McIngvale served as an Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine, where they split their time between clinical work, supervision, and research in evidence-based OCD treatment. Elizabeth was also an Assistant Professor at Baylor University and a Post-Doc Fellow at the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Additionally, Dr. McIngvale has held lecturer and adjunct professor roles at various institutions, including the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work and the University of Denver: Graduate School of Social Work. Elizabeth has also worked as a therapist at UPMC.

Throughout their career, Dr. McIngvale has demonstrated a commitment to improving the care and support available to individuals with OCD and anxiety disorders.

Elizabeth McIngvale, Ph.D., LCSW has a diverse and extensive education history. Elizabeth began their educational journey in 2007 at Loyola University Chicago, where they obtained a Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2009. Following this, they pursued a Master of Social Work degree at Loyola University Chicago from 2009 to 2010.

Dr. McIngvale further expanded their knowledge and qualifications by enrolling at the University of Houston in 2010. Over the course of four years, they successfully completed their Ph.D. in Social Work in 2014, demonstrating their dedication to advancing their understanding in the field.

In 2019, Dr. McIngvale decided to augment their expertise by pursuing a degree in Business Administration and Management. Elizabeth enrolled at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management and successfully completed an Executive MBA program in 2020. This additional educational experience provided their with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the business aspects of their profession.

Additionally, they hold a certification of Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from an undisclosed institution. Although not explicitly stated, they have also obtained a License in Master Social Work (LMSW) from the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners, as evidenced by their certification.

Overall, Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale's education history showcases their continuous commitment to expanding their knowledge and expertise in both social work and business administration.