Weekly group for adults in treatment or post-treatment for OCD. Thursday evenings. Led by Joan Davidson and Lynne Henderson. Contact Joan Davidson at 510-652-4455 x 2.
Weekly group for adults in treatment or post-treatment for OCD. Thursday evenings. Led by Joan Davidson and Lynne Henderson. Contact Joan Davidson at 510-652-4455 x 2.
Cultivating Curiosity, Courage & Compassion for Teens will focus on providing a safe place for youth to share their OCD brags & challenges. They'll learn exposure tips & tricks and how to identify their values, strengths, fears, & create a plan for how to embrace uncertainty and discomfort in the service of what matters most to them. Participants: The group screening is open to teenagers with OCD (currently in treatment or have graduated from treatment). Topics will vary slightly based on age & interest. Dates: Group meets in person for 6 weeks (Tuesdays- 5:00pm - 6:20pm (PST)). FEES: Total cost for 6 groups = $300.
Hosted by choicetherapy psychological services, inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Group meets in Berkeley, CA 94709
Cultivating Curiosity, Courage & Compassion for Teens will focus on providing a safe place for youth to share their OCD brags & challenges. They'll learn exposure tips & tricks and how to identify their values, strengths, fears, & create a plan for how to embrace uncertainty and discomfort in the service of what matters most to them. Participants: The group screening is open to teenagers with OCD (currently in treatment or have graduated from treatment). Topics will vary slightly based on age & interest. Dates: Group meets in person for 6 weeks (Tuesdays- 5:00pm - 6:20pm (PST)). FEES: Total cost for 6 groups = $300.
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Are you feeling stressed and anxious? Do you feel wound up without your usual stress outlets? Have you thought about meditating or tried an app, but it didn't last? In this guided journey of mindfulness, I teach you all the tools and information I teach clients, so that you can learn how to feel more calm and at ease, and gain control over anxiety. To access the course, visit my website, click My Services, then click Everyday Mindfulness for Stress & Anxiety.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Support Groups
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 (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), 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.