Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Westerham

Photo of Suzanne Otto, Psychotherapist in Westerham, England
Suzanne Otto
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Westerham TN16
I also have a great deal of experience of working with phobias and disorders such as OCD, social phobia, trauma and PTSD.
I love working with clients! Often a client may report a current problem or mood problem, but once we start the therapy "detective" work we uncover other deeper issues that lie beneath. Such issues may have led client's to live by subconscious "rules" or beliefs. Therapy offers the safe space and time to explore and review these. "Do they still work for you? Are they useful in this stage of your life?". These are examples of some of the questions we explore together. Life transitions, such as having a baby, changing job, end of relationship, illness diagnosis can be challenging. Therapy can help transition you to a better life.
I also have a great deal of experience of working with phobias and disorders such as OCD, social phobia, trauma and PTSD.
I love working with clients! Often a client may report a current problem or mood problem, but once we start the therapy "detective" work we uncover other deeper issues that lie beneath. Such issues may have led client's to live by subconscious "rules" or beliefs. Therapy offers the safe space and time to explore and review these. "Do they still work for you? Are they useful in this stage of your life?". These are examples of some of the questions we explore together. Life transitions, such as having a baby, changing job, end of relationship, illness diagnosis can be challenging. Therapy can help transition you to a better life.
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Amanda Jane Morris. Counsellor Supervisor- Bacp Accred
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westerham TN16  (Online Only)
As a Senior Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist /Supervisor with over 10 years experience working with young people and adults. I offer a safe, confidential, collaborative space , (either online (GDPR safe) or face 2 face, for us to work together and find a way forward. I specialise in working with children and teenagers also SEN, often holding the sessions in their home environment as this enables them to relax more. Trained in CBT, Person-Centred and Psycho-dynamic, working with a range of issues such as stress, depression, anxiety, self harm, intrusive/suicidal thoughts, panic attacks, OCD, bereavement and more.
As a Senior Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist /Supervisor with over 10 years experience working with young people and adults. I offer a safe, confidential, collaborative space , (either online (GDPR safe) or face 2 face, for us to work together and find a way forward. I specialise in working with children and teenagers also SEN, often holding the sessions in their home environment as this enables them to relax more. Trained in CBT, Person-Centred and Psycho-dynamic, working with a range of issues such as stress, depression, anxiety, self harm, intrusive/suicidal thoughts, panic attacks, OCD, bereavement and more.
07723 492342 View 07723 492342
Photo of Colin Campbell-Dunlop, Counsellor in Westerham, England
Colin Campbell-Dunlop
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Westerham TN16
I work with adult individuals and couples. Sometimes we find challenges in life be they with relationships, a loss or bereavement or difficulties with work. Stress, anxiety and low mood can all impact how we engage with life and it can be helpful to discuss these matters in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential setting. If you would like to address any difficulties that you might be facing and to establish a way forward for you Counselling may be the solution for you. I have an established practices in Kent and West Sussex working from two locations in Westerham TN16 and Emsworth PO10
I work with adult individuals and couples. Sometimes we find challenges in life be they with relationships, a loss or bereavement or difficulties with work. Stress, anxiety and low mood can all impact how we engage with life and it can be helpful to discuss these matters in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential setting. If you would like to address any difficulties that you might be facing and to establish a way forward for you Counselling may be the solution for you. I have an established practices in Kent and West Sussex working from two locations in Westerham TN16 and Emsworth PO10
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Photo of Samantha Geldard, Counsellor in Westerham, England
Samantha Geldard
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Westerham TN16
"The divine light in me bows to the divine light within you," Namaste. I support those struggling with anxiety, depression, panic attacks. I support making changes in your life or managing transitions. I offer a safe, non judgemental space for you the client to explore your feelings, relationships, habits, life events and past. I support adults and young people at any stage of a SEND or neuro diverse diagnosis. I have experience supporting chronic illness including families of chronically ill children. Currently offering face to face sessions in Beckenham, Mondays 3-8pm.
"The divine light in me bows to the divine light within you," Namaste. I support those struggling with anxiety, depression, panic attacks. I support making changes in your life or managing transitions. I offer a safe, non judgemental space for you the client to explore your feelings, relationships, habits, life events and past. I support adults and young people at any stage of a SEND or neuro diverse diagnosis. I have experience supporting chronic illness including families of chronically ill children. Currently offering face to face sessions in Beckenham, Mondays 3-8pm.
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Photo of Iva Roberts, Psychologist in Westerham, England
Iva Roberts
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Westerham TN16  (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist providing short and long-term therapy and autism assessments to children and adults in a private practice Kent. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can develop an understanding of your difficulties. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural (CBT), and systemic (including narrative and solution-focused). I have 9 years of experience working with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I have worked with children diagnosed with Autism (including PDA profile) and supported them their families for many years.
I am a clinical psychologist providing short and long-term therapy and autism assessments to children and adults in a private practice Kent. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can develop an understanding of your difficulties. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural (CBT), and systemic (including narrative and solution-focused). I have 9 years of experience working with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I have worked with children diagnosed with Autism (including PDA profile) and supported them their families for many years.
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Julie Shannon
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Westerham TN16
I have worked in the field of mental health for over thirty years and am a fully qualified and registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy offering Existential Psychotherapy and training workshops in the West Kent and Surrey area. Over the course of my career, I have worked effectively with clients who are struggling with a variety of problems on both a one to one and group-work basis. Existential psychotherapy strives to empower you and place you and your life choices at the centre of the therapeutic process. I also include psychodynamic, schema and attachment based and cognitive behavioural approaches,
I have worked in the field of mental health for over thirty years and am a fully qualified and registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy offering Existential Psychotherapy and training workshops in the West Kent and Surrey area. Over the course of my career, I have worked effectively with clients who are struggling with a variety of problems on both a one to one and group-work basis. Existential psychotherapy strives to empower you and place you and your life choices at the centre of the therapeutic process. I also include psychodynamic, schema and attachment based and cognitive behavioural approaches,
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Photo of Amanda Katharine Dalsan, Counsellor in Westerham, England
Amanda Katharine Dalsan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Westerham TN16
Do you need space and time to talk? If so, I am here to offer you the time and space to explore your worries and concerns in a confidential and safe environment. In a busy world full of judgements and rules, I can offer you a space where your thoughts and worries will be heard, acknowledged and respected. I can provide you with a place where you will not feel judged and where you can feel free to express your deepest concerns. I can appreciate that making the first step can be incredibly challenging. If you have not experienced any counselling or psychotherapy before it is understandable that you may be nervous about what to expect.
Do you need space and time to talk? If so, I am here to offer you the time and space to explore your worries and concerns in a confidential and safe environment. In a busy world full of judgements and rules, I can offer you a space where your thoughts and worries will be heard, acknowledged and respected. I can provide you with a place where you will not feel judged and where you can feel free to express your deepest concerns. I can appreciate that making the first step can be incredibly challenging. If you have not experienced any counselling or psychotherapy before it is understandable that you may be nervous about what to expect.
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Photo of Andrew Allan, Counsellor in Westerham, England
Andrew Allan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Westerham TN16
I am here to support you with a wide range of issues from anxiety to anger, bereavement to low mood. I specialise in relationships, working with individuals and couples on infidelity, intimacy, communications, relationship anxiety, wider family dilemmas and many more. I also specialise in compulsive sexual behaviours ("sex addiction"). I will work with you to address your challenges in the here and now, whilst also helping to shed a light on the root causes. Together, we will also explore what a happy future may look like. No two people are the same and so my counselling offer is bespoke for you rather than an off the shelf model.
I am here to support you with a wide range of issues from anxiety to anger, bereavement to low mood. I specialise in relationships, working with individuals and couples on infidelity, intimacy, communications, relationship anxiety, wider family dilemmas and many more. I also specialise in compulsive sexual behaviours ("sex addiction"). I will work with you to address your challenges in the here and now, whilst also helping to shed a light on the root causes. Together, we will also explore what a happy future may look like. No two people are the same and so my counselling offer is bespoke for you rather than an off the shelf model.
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Photo of Dr Kate Chatters, Psychologist in Westerham, England
Dr Kate Chatters
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
I specialise in helping my clients with anxiety, work-stress, burnout and low mood. I have also supported many clients to overcome OCD. I see both adults and teens in my clinical practice. In therapy, I aim to create a warm, empathic supportive space. I have a wealth of experience helping clients through life’s storms and have helped many clients to move past points when life gets really difficult and on to richer and happier futures. I hold a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and am trained in a wide range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I specialise in helping my clients with anxiety, work-stress, burnout and low mood. I have also supported many clients to overcome OCD. I see both adults and teens in my clinical practice. In therapy, I aim to create a warm, empathic supportive space. I have a wealth of experience helping clients through life’s storms and have helped many clients to move past points when life gets really difficult and on to richer and happier futures. I hold a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and am trained in a wide range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
07428 991658 View 07428 991658
Photo of Sarah Maddocks, Psychotherapist in Westerham, England
Sarah Maddocks
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Wickham BR4
Waitlist for new clients
Most recently I have been working with adults in the private sector and specialise in trauma, perinatal, eating disorders, OCD, depression and anxiety.
We all need to talk at times and sometimes we all need to take time out to work things through. This is a brave step, so it's important to know who I am and what I can offer; I am an experienced BABCP accredited CBT Psychotherapist and an EMDR Practitioner, I also interweave 3rd Wave CBT techniques including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Schema therapy into my clinical treatment. My background is mental health nursing and I'll always be a nurse at heart, believing that ultimately we are all human beings that feel pain and require compassion and non-judgemental support.
Most recently I have been working with adults in the private sector and specialise in trauma, perinatal, eating disorders, OCD, depression and anxiety.
We all need to talk at times and sometimes we all need to take time out to work things through. This is a brave step, so it's important to know who I am and what I can offer; I am an experienced BABCP accredited CBT Psychotherapist and an EMDR Practitioner, I also interweave 3rd Wave CBT techniques including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Schema therapy into my clinical treatment. My background is mental health nursing and I'll always be a nurse at heart, believing that ultimately we are all human beings that feel pain and require compassion and non-judgemental support.
020 8138 9233 View 020 8138 9233
Photo of Joanna Hogan Mbabcp Isst, Psychotherapist in Westerham, England
Joanna Hogan Mbabcp Isst
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Sevenoaks TN15
Joanna is a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and advanced Schema Therapist.  She uses  tried and tested methods in her practice, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), CBT-I (CBT for insomnia), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and for more complex issues, schema therapy & EMDR. Jo sees adults with anxiety, OCD, insomnia, nightmares, post-traumatic stress disorder, post-natal depression, work stress, health anxiety (hypochondria) , performance anxiety, panic attacks, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety and shyness, low self-esteem and confidence issues and personality-level issues.
Joanna is a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and advanced Schema Therapist.  She uses  tried and tested methods in her practice, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), CBT-I (CBT for insomnia), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and for more complex issues, schema therapy & EMDR. Jo sees adults with anxiety, OCD, insomnia, nightmares, post-traumatic stress disorder, post-natal depression, work stress, health anxiety (hypochondria) , performance anxiety, panic attacks, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety and shyness, low self-esteem and confidence issues and personality-level issues.
07480 538363 View 07480 538363
Photo of Chantelle Bourne, Counsellor in Westerham, England
Chantelle Bourne
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Sevenoaks TN13
I am a fully qualified and NCPS accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist. I will help you identify and challenge irrational thoughts, beliefs and behaviours and work towards changing them to more helpful, rational ways as a means of finding a new perspective. I support adults with issues such as anxiety, OCD, healthy anxiety, social anxiety, low mood and emotional problems such as anger, guilt, jealousy, low self-esteem and shame.
I am a fully qualified and NCPS accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist. I will help you identify and challenge irrational thoughts, beliefs and behaviours and work towards changing them to more helpful, rational ways as a means of finding a new perspective. I support adults with issues such as anxiety, OCD, healthy anxiety, social anxiety, low mood and emotional problems such as anger, guilt, jealousy, low self-esteem and shame.
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Photo of Dr Emma Sibbald, Psychologist in Westerham, England
Dr Emma Sibbald
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Redhill RH1
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with over 14 years' experience working within mental health settings in the NHS. I have experience supporting adults, older adults and young adults with a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, panic, social anxiety, low self-esteem, health anxiety, phobias, stress, trauma, OCD and complex grief. I am keen to support you to work towards your goals and develop tools and strategies to help you move forward. I am able to offer online or in person sessions in Reigate, Surrey.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with over 14 years' experience working within mental health settings in the NHS. I have experience supporting adults, older adults and young adults with a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, panic, social anxiety, low self-esteem, health anxiety, phobias, stress, trauma, OCD and complex grief. I am keen to support you to work towards your goals and develop tools and strategies to help you move forward. I am able to offer online or in person sessions in Reigate, Surrey.
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Photo of Ozde Gul Demir, Psychologist in Westerham, England
Ozde Gul Demir
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
London SE12  (Online Only)
Hello. I am Özde. I have been working for six years as a psychologist. My area of expertise is individual teeneager and adult personality disorders, especially Borderline, Schizophrenia, OCD, Bipolar..I also take a session a client who has struggle Anxiety disorders, PTSD, depression and panic attack. I always try to help people learn to cope with stressful situations, overcome addictions, manage their chronic illnesses, and tests and assessments that can help diagnose a condition or tell more about the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
Hello. I am Özde. I have been working for six years as a psychologist. My area of expertise is individual teeneager and adult personality disorders, especially Borderline, Schizophrenia, OCD, Bipolar..I also take a session a client who has struggle Anxiety disorders, PTSD, depression and panic attack. I always try to help people learn to cope with stressful situations, overcome addictions, manage their chronic illnesses, and tests and assessments that can help diagnose a condition or tell more about the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
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Photo of Richard Lee, Counsellor in Westerham, England
Richard Lee
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
I have experience with dealing with many different common mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, OCD, panic attacks, phobia's, stress, anger issues, addiction, alcoholism, low self.
Hi I'm Richard & welcome to my page! I am a fully qualified CPCAB Person Centred Therapist with a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling & a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). I have years of experience of dealing with anxiety & depression & helping clients to find their way through this difficult & sometimes very painful time to help you discover a new understanding & way of living. Having previously worked at Priory Hospital North London as an Addiction Therapist I have experienced the privilege of helping clients to recover & learn new ways to live by.
I have experience with dealing with many different common mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, OCD, panic attacks, phobia's, stress, anger issues, addiction, alcoholism, low self.
Hi I'm Richard & welcome to my page! I am a fully qualified CPCAB Person Centred Therapist with a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling & a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). I have years of experience of dealing with anxiety & depression & helping clients to find their way through this difficult & sometimes very painful time to help you discover a new understanding & way of living. Having previously worked at Priory Hospital North London as an Addiction Therapist I have experienced the privilege of helping clients to recover & learn new ways to live by.
020 3840 3666 View 020 3840 3666
Photo of Dr Ellie Kerry, Psychologist in Westerham, England
Dr Ellie Kerry
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SE20  (Online Only)
I recognise that in life things can happen to us which are not our fault, but can leave us feeling stuck, lost and sometimes hopeless, without a clear pathway out of these feelings. I can help with making sense of difficulties such as anxiety, obsessive-compulsive-disorder, difficult life experiences which can lead to hypervigilance, dissociation or flashbacks, low mood and strong emotional experiences that can be distressing.
I recognise that in life things can happen to us which are not our fault, but can leave us feeling stuck, lost and sometimes hopeless, without a clear pathway out of these feelings. I can help with making sense of difficulties such as anxiety, obsessive-compulsive-disorder, difficult life experiences which can lead to hypervigilance, dissociation or flashbacks, low mood and strong emotional experiences that can be distressing.
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Photo of Dr Amy Gibbard, Psychologist in Westerham, England
Dr Amy Gibbard
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Coulsdon CR5
I have helped many people with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Health and Social Anxiety, Bi-polar Disorder.
As a warm, approachable and skilled practitioner, I can help you to feel heard, gain understanding, build confidence and develop skills to help manage the difficulties you face. I am a highly experienced Psychologist and as such, am able to draw on a range of skills and evidenced-based, NICE recommended therapeutic approaches to best meet your needs.
I have helped many people with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Health and Social Anxiety, Bi-polar Disorder.
As a warm, approachable and skilled practitioner, I can help you to feel heard, gain understanding, build confidence and develop skills to help manage the difficulties you face. I am a highly experienced Psychologist and as such, am able to draw on a range of skills and evidenced-based, NICE recommended therapeutic approaches to best meet your needs.
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Dr Kate Davis
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SE25
These include anxiety, depression, self harm, OCD and behaviours which others may find challenging.
Hello my name is Kate and I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in working with autistic adults and teenagers. I am trained in using the DISCO to assess and diagnose autistic people. I am interested in working with individuals to discover and understand their unique profile so that I can help them manage the challenges they face. I have considerable experience of working with autistic girls and women with autism as they are often missed and misunderstood. I also have an excellent understanding of the often misunderstood mental health challenges autistic people have to grapple with.
These include anxiety, depression, self harm, OCD and behaviours which others may find challenging.
Hello my name is Kate and I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in working with autistic adults and teenagers. I am trained in using the DISCO to assess and diagnose autistic people. I am interested in working with individuals to discover and understand their unique profile so that I can help them manage the challenges they face. I have considerable experience of working with autistic girls and women with autism as they are often missed and misunderstood. I also have an excellent understanding of the often misunderstood mental health challenges autistic people have to grapple with.
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Photo of Angela J Brassett-Harknett, Psychotherapist in Westerham, England
Angela J Brassett-Harknett
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Croydon CR0
I am an integrative psychotherapist, specialising in working with adults (18 years+) with eating disorders and body image problems, as well as with adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), often owing to current or historical abuse. I have been in private practice since 2006, and work with individuals, couples and with groups. Aside from these specialisms, I also work with people troubled by all manner of other psychological problems (e.g. depression, anxiety, bereavement, relationship problems, OCD, identity problems, etc.), and I welcome whatever issues a client chooses to bring to therapy.
I am an integrative psychotherapist, specialising in working with adults (18 years+) with eating disorders and body image problems, as well as with adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), often owing to current or historical abuse. I have been in private practice since 2006, and work with individuals, couples and with groups. Aside from these specialisms, I also work with people troubled by all manner of other psychological problems (e.g. depression, anxiety, bereavement, relationship problems, OCD, identity problems, etc.), and I welcome whatever issues a client chooses to bring to therapy.
020 3872 2576 View 020 3872 2576
Photo of Dr Zarina Prayag, Psychologist in Westerham, England
Dr Zarina Prayag
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Whyteleafe CR3  (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with clients with a range of difficulties, including low mood, self-esteem issues, worry, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship issues, trauma, psychosis, schizophrenia, and bipolar affective disorder. I have a special interest in working with clients with anxiety-related difficulties, and self-esteem and self-confidence issues. I am experienced in working with clients in the corporate sector, and people in sport. I also have experience working with clients with Asperger’s Syndrome, and adapt therapy to meet the needs of my clients.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with clients with a range of difficulties, including low mood, self-esteem issues, worry, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship issues, trauma, psychosis, schizophrenia, and bipolar affective disorder. I have a special interest in working with clients with anxiety-related difficulties, and self-esteem and self-confidence issues. I am experienced in working with clients in the corporate sector, and people in sport. I also have experience working with clients with Asperger’s Syndrome, and adapt therapy to meet the needs of my clients.
01883 779613 View 01883 779613

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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors

How long does OCD treatment take?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.

What happens if OCD is not treated?

Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.

Are there medications for OCD?

Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.

Can OCD come back after treatment?

Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.