Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists in 21234

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Chidiadi Agoh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP- BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234
We help patient suffering from depression, anxiety, panic attack, insomnia, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as opioid and alcohol addiction.
Are you looking for a psychiatric mental health provider? Fairland Behavioral Health is the right place for you. At Fairland behavioral health, we provide patient centered, culturally sensitive and holistic care that is evidence based. Our nurse practitioner is dual certified in family practice and psychiatry with vast experience in outpatient, inpatient and long-term settings. We treat every patient with respect, compassion and dignity. This aspect ensures that our patients feel loved, thus leading to a quick recovery. We guarantee that very patient has been cared for with love to boost the recovery process.
We help patient suffering from depression, anxiety, panic attack, insomnia, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as opioid and alcohol addiction.
Are you looking for a psychiatric mental health provider? Fairland Behavioral Health is the right place for you. At Fairland behavioral health, we provide patient centered, culturally sensitive and holistic care that is evidence based. Our nurse practitioner is dual certified in family practice and psychiatry with vast experience in outpatient, inpatient and long-term settings. We treat every patient with respect, compassion and dignity. This aspect ensures that our patients feel loved, thus leading to a quick recovery. We guarantee that very patient has been cared for with love to boost the recovery process.
(301) 478-8823 View (301) 478-8823
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Regina M Karanja
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
I work with patients across lifespan who are presenting with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, emotional disturbance, Medication Management needs, psychosis, self esteem issues, anger management, behavioral adjustment issues, grief, parenting issues, relationship adjustment, Mood and Personality Disorders.
Are you feeling exhausted and fatigued by life? Do you feel like you are losing your north star and unable to make decisions in your life? Are you sensing an attack to your holistic wellness? Then you have arrived at the right psychiatric mental health clinician. I will actively listen to your story and help you navigate your journey through evidence-based assessment, provision of autonomous patient centered care, medication management and follow up. I collaborate with you to develop treatment plans and goals aimed at meeting your unique mental health needs, encourage compliance of treatment and empower you achieve wellness.
I work with patients across lifespan who are presenting with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, emotional disturbance, Medication Management needs, psychosis, self esteem issues, anger management, behavioral adjustment issues, grief, parenting issues, relationship adjustment, Mood and Personality Disorders.
Are you feeling exhausted and fatigued by life? Do you feel like you are losing your north star and unable to make decisions in your life? Are you sensing an attack to your holistic wellness? Then you have arrived at the right psychiatric mental health clinician. I will actively listen to your story and help you navigate your journey through evidence-based assessment, provision of autonomous patient centered care, medication management and follow up. I collaborate with you to develop treatment plans and goals aimed at meeting your unique mental health needs, encourage compliance of treatment and empower you achieve wellness.
(410) 883-7337 View (410) 883-7337
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MNC Wellness Center
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234  (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Michael Nwandu. Dedicated, highly motivated psychiatric nurse practitioner, I have a wide range of medication management experience across the lifespan, including ADHD, eating disorders, substance use disorders, OCD, mood disorders and personality disorders. I believe successful medication management is based on open communication between myself and you. Strong focus on listening to you and addressing your concerns and answering all your questions.
My name is Dr. Michael Nwandu. Dedicated, highly motivated psychiatric nurse practitioner, I have a wide range of medication management experience across the lifespan, including ADHD, eating disorders, substance use disorders, OCD, mood disorders and personality disorders. I believe successful medication management is based on open communication between myself and you. Strong focus on listening to you and addressing your concerns and answering all your questions.
(410) 896-6805 View (410) 896-6805
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Healthy Option Clinic, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP, MSN, APRN
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
Victoria is a PMHNP-BC, dual board-certified in psychiatric mental health and Family Nurse Practitioner. She has over 20 years of experience as a healthcare provider and has delivered high-quality healthcare to multicultural patients in outpatient and inpatient settings. At Healthy Option Clinic, LLC in Maryland, she offers holistic psychiatric care to individuals 18 and older.
Victoria is a PMHNP-BC, dual board-certified in psychiatric mental health and Family Nurse Practitioner. She has over 20 years of experience as a healthcare provider and has delivered high-quality healthcare to multicultural patients in outpatient and inpatient settings. At Healthy Option Clinic, LLC in Maryland, she offers holistic psychiatric care to individuals 18 and older.
(410) 883-9533 View (410) 883-9533
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Cecilia Parker
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
Hello, my name is Cecilia Parker. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I received my undergraduate nursing degree from Coppin State University and Graduate degree from U of Alabama at Birmingham. My nursing experience has run the gamut from the Emergency Dept to school nursing. Although the richness of these experiences has greatly varied, there is one consistent theme, mental health and stability is the foundation of success in all other areas of functioning. As psychotherapy improves the effectiveness of psychotherapy, I provide brief psychotherapy as appropriate as well as refer to licensed psychotherapists.
Hello, my name is Cecilia Parker. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I received my undergraduate nursing degree from Coppin State University and Graduate degree from U of Alabama at Birmingham. My nursing experience has run the gamut from the Emergency Dept to school nursing. Although the richness of these experiences has greatly varied, there is one consistent theme, mental health and stability is the foundation of success in all other areas of functioning. As psychotherapy improves the effectiveness of psychotherapy, I provide brief psychotherapy as appropriate as well as refer to licensed psychotherapists.
(443) 351-6501 View (443) 351-6501
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Mary Otugo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
Maryrose Otugo is an advanced /certified registered nurse board certified with a specialty in family psychiatry (PMHNP-BC). She has diverse experience in treating clients across the lifespan with different mental disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, etc. She has vast experience providing individualized-centered care and holistic approaches based on evidence-based practice. She has in-depth knowledge and experience in treating the military population and their families with PTSD, TBI, trauma, etc.
Maryrose Otugo is an advanced /certified registered nurse board certified with a specialty in family psychiatry (PMHNP-BC). She has diverse experience in treating clients across the lifespan with different mental disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, etc. She has vast experience providing individualized-centered care and holistic approaches based on evidence-based practice. She has in-depth knowledge and experience in treating the military population and their families with PTSD, TBI, trauma, etc.
(443) 565-6622 View (443) 565-6622
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Primal Point
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC, CRNP, NP-C
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
“Every change counts” Primal Point Behavioral Health offers services to provide a comprehensive solution through a dedicated team of experienced professionals that include a dual board-certified Nurse practitioner. It is crucial to us to listen to your story and deliver care that tailors your needs. When hours or even days present challenges, look no further than Primal Point where the journey of your story matters. Our practice strives at establishing an optimized customer service and team effort that treats your current and preexisting mental health conditions to restore your mental ability.
“Every change counts” Primal Point Behavioral Health offers services to provide a comprehensive solution through a dedicated team of experienced professionals that include a dual board-certified Nurse practitioner. It is crucial to us to listen to your story and deliver care that tailors your needs. When hours or even days present challenges, look no further than Primal Point where the journey of your story matters. Our practice strives at establishing an optimized customer service and team effort that treats your current and preexisting mental health conditions to restore your mental ability.
(410) 280-7434 View (410) 280-7434
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Infinite Mind Wellness, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMH-BC
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
At Infinite Mind Wellness, our team of highly skilled professionals is headed by Olalekan Ajayi, PMHNP-BC, who has over sixteen years overall medical experience, 8 years in psychiatry and about two years in psychotropic management. Olalekan's experience encompasses a commitment to the delivery of exceptional, qualitative and compassionate patient care to diverse and multicultural client mixtures, children and adults (ages 8 years old and older). Serving the Baltimore area, and Maryland in-person and Telehealth services, with a special focus on medication management and referral to therapist for enhancement of mental well-being.
At Infinite Mind Wellness, our team of highly skilled professionals is headed by Olalekan Ajayi, PMHNP-BC, who has over sixteen years overall medical experience, 8 years in psychiatry and about two years in psychotropic management. Olalekan's experience encompasses a commitment to the delivery of exceptional, qualitative and compassionate patient care to diverse and multicultural client mixtures, children and adults (ages 8 years old and older). Serving the Baltimore area, and Maryland in-person and Telehealth services, with a special focus on medication management and referral to therapist for enhancement of mental well-being.
(410) 724-1936 View (410) 724-1936
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Eva Ogbuokiri
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
Hello, I am Dr. Eva Ogbuokiri, DNP, PMHNP, APRN. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner in the state of MD and DC. I have had the privilege of working in the field of psychiatry and mental health for more than 2 decades, providing care to patients with a vast array of mental health disorders across the lifespan in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I work collaboratively with the patient using evidenced-based treatment approach to develop a plan of care that is tailored to the patient's specific needs, while providing care in a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate manner
Hello, I am Dr. Eva Ogbuokiri, DNP, PMHNP, APRN. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner in the state of MD and DC. I have had the privilege of working in the field of psychiatry and mental health for more than 2 decades, providing care to patients with a vast array of mental health disorders across the lifespan in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I work collaboratively with the patient using evidenced-based treatment approach to develop a plan of care that is tailored to the patient's specific needs, while providing care in a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate manner
(443) 348-0710 View (443) 348-0710
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Amoah Asante
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
My ideal client is an adult who is struggling with adult ADHD & depression. You may feel overwhelmed and struggle to complete tasks and you may experience a lack of motivation and energy that makes it challenging to engage in these tasks or daily activities. You might find it difficult to get out of bed or take care of basic tasks due to depressive symptoms.
My ideal client is an adult who is struggling with adult ADHD & depression. You may feel overwhelmed and struggle to complete tasks and you may experience a lack of motivation and energy that makes it challenging to engage in these tasks or daily activities. You might find it difficult to get out of bed or take care of basic tasks due to depressive symptoms.
(443) 998-9216 View (443) 998-9216
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Jennifer Sims
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234  (Online Only)
Ms. Jennifer Sims is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who has over 25 years of experience in psychiatry and in a variety of settings including inpatient, academics, and outpatient. Ms. Sims received her Master’s in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Indiana University. She is also a Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist and has an MBA. Her clinical passion is Patient-Centered Care and working in collaboration with Clients to assist them with their mental health well-being. She treats a variety of psychiatric disorders to include, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.
Ms. Jennifer Sims is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who has over 25 years of experience in psychiatry and in a variety of settings including inpatient, academics, and outpatient. Ms. Sims received her Master’s in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Indiana University. She is also a Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist and has an MBA. Her clinical passion is Patient-Centered Care and working in collaboration with Clients to assist them with their mental health well-being. She treats a variety of psychiatric disorders to include, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.
(301) 396-7258 View (301) 396-7258
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Amazing Behavioral Health Services, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, CRNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
** Accepting New Patients** Our commitment is to provide you with amazing, efficient, cost-effective, evidence-based care via Telehealth or in our outpatient clinic. We provide outpatient, comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, consultation, and medication management. At Amazing Behavioral Health Services, we don't believe in a one-size-fits-all type of treatment. We respect the uniqueness of each patient and this allows them to be a part of their own treatment plan. Our goal is to help our patients to achieve a level of optimum stability and remission from symptoms of mental health problems.
** Accepting New Patients** Our commitment is to provide you with amazing, efficient, cost-effective, evidence-based care via Telehealth or in our outpatient clinic. We provide outpatient, comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, consultation, and medication management. At Amazing Behavioral Health Services, we don't believe in a one-size-fits-all type of treatment. We respect the uniqueness of each patient and this allows them to be a part of their own treatment plan. Our goal is to help our patients to achieve a level of optimum stability and remission from symptoms of mental health problems.
(410) 498-6305 View (410) 498-6305
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Janet Smith Stasiak
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234  (Online Only)
Janet Smith has a Doctorate in Nursing and as both a Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner. She strongly believes in the mind-body connection and a holistic approach to mental health. She specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder, diagnosing Autism in adults and teens, and high-functioning or Asperger’s Syndrome. She also is experienced in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, and many other conditions. Janet welcomes diversity and is an ally for LGBTQIA+ as well as a lifelong supporter of all minorities, religious beliefs, and backgrounds.
Janet Smith has a Doctorate in Nursing and as both a Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner. She strongly believes in the mind-body connection and a holistic approach to mental health. She specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder, diagnosing Autism in adults and teens, and high-functioning or Asperger’s Syndrome. She also is experienced in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, and many other conditions. Janet welcomes diversity and is an ally for LGBTQIA+ as well as a lifelong supporter of all minorities, religious beliefs, and backgrounds.
(410) 835-4645 View (410) 835-4645
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Adam Horn
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234  (Online Only)
Adam is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychological trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and addiction issues. He has more than 25 years of experience in mental health, as a psychotherapist with a Cognitive Behavioral approach and as a nurse practitioner. He has helped people from all walks of life, all sorts of life experiences, from the coasts of Washington State to hills of Tennessee and Virginia; urban and rural. He believes our pasts do not dictate our futures; and through a combination of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, we are all capable of change and creating a better life.
Adam is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychological trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and addiction issues. He has more than 25 years of experience in mental health, as a psychotherapist with a Cognitive Behavioral approach and as a nurse practitioner. He has helped people from all walks of life, all sorts of life experiences, from the coasts of Washington State to hills of Tennessee and Virginia; urban and rural. He believes our pasts do not dictate our futures; and through a combination of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, we are all capable of change and creating a better life.
(240) 219-7699 View (240) 219-7699
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Donna Martin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
Now Accepting New Clients for immediate openings. Donna is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who treats clients of all ages. She received her graduate degree from Frostburg State University and is board certified as a PMHNP by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. After over 30 years of experience as a registered nurse, she decided to become a nurse practitioner. Donna is also a certified nurse case manager with expertise in assisting clients in navigating the healthcare system’s complexities and obtaining the care they need.
Now Accepting New Clients for immediate openings. Donna is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who treats clients of all ages. She received her graduate degree from Frostburg State University and is board certified as a PMHNP by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. After over 30 years of experience as a registered nurse, she decided to become a nurse practitioner. Donna is also a certified nurse case manager with expertise in assisting clients in navigating the healthcare system’s complexities and obtaining the care they need.
(443) 222-0340 View (443) 222-0340
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Giovanni Pascal Pierre
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234  (Online Only)
Hey there! I am Giovanni Pierre, but you can call me Gio. First, thank you for taking this vital step towards better mental well-being. I get it—life is like a roller coaster, and sometimes, it’s the scary one you never wanted to get on. I own a practice called Safe Haven Health. Safe Haven Health is a virtual mental health clinic aiming to increase access to effective and efficient mental healthcare from the comfort of your home. Safe Haven Health specializes in mental health medication management, at-home ketamine treatment for depression and anxiety, ADHD testing and treatment, and more.
Hey there! I am Giovanni Pierre, but you can call me Gio. First, thank you for taking this vital step towards better mental well-being. I get it—life is like a roller coaster, and sometimes, it’s the scary one you never wanted to get on. I own a practice called Safe Haven Health. Safe Haven Health is a virtual mental health clinic aiming to increase access to effective and efficient mental healthcare from the comfort of your home. Safe Haven Health specializes in mental health medication management, at-home ketamine treatment for depression and anxiety, ADHD testing and treatment, and more.
(443) 347-6715 View (443) 347-6715
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Samantha Rogers
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234
At Synergy Strive, we are a team of solution-focused clinicians with the goal of helping you, your child, or your family uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we cannot change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
At Synergy Strive, we are a team of solution-focused clinicians with the goal of helping you, your child, or your family uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we cannot change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
(443) 672-2968 View (443) 672-2968
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LivingHope Health Services, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMHNP, MSN
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 14 years as an experienced Registered Nurse in the psychiatric and mental health care unit. I currently work at LivingHope Health Services, LLC, an outpatient psychiatric clinic located at 8600 LaSalle Road, Chester Building Suite 321, Towson, MD 21286. We provide a full psychiatric service and behavioral care which includes psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, and telepsychiatry to all individuals across life span. Our office is a comforting, welcoming place to obtain a full sense of peace, happiness, and hope so you can thrive.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 14 years as an experienced Registered Nurse in the psychiatric and mental health care unit. I currently work at LivingHope Health Services, LLC, an outpatient psychiatric clinic located at 8600 LaSalle Road, Chester Building Suite 321, Towson, MD 21286. We provide a full psychiatric service and behavioral care which includes psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, and telepsychiatry to all individuals across life span. Our office is a comforting, welcoming place to obtain a full sense of peace, happiness, and hope so you can thrive.
(443) 218-9679 View (443) 218-9679
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Devoted Health Care Services LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234
Please be assured that you are not alone in your struggles. You can definitely get help and treatment by connecting with the right psychiatric nurse practitioner.
Please be assured that you are not alone in your struggles. You can definitely get help and treatment by connecting with the right psychiatric nurse practitioner.
(410) 973-7675 View (410) 973-7675
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IAW Behavioral Health & Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, Ed, CRNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234
Hello there! I'm Tiffany Ross, Founder & CEO of IAW (I am Worthy) Behavioral Health & Wellness. As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner serving Maryland residents aged 6 and above, I am dedicated to delivering thorough and cohesive care. I prioritize collaborative decision-making, partnering closely with you to tailor a personalized care plan that reflects your input and preferences. My expertise spans the management of various mental health conditions, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
Hello there! I'm Tiffany Ross, Founder & CEO of IAW (I am Worthy) Behavioral Health & Wellness. As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner serving Maryland residents aged 6 and above, I am dedicated to delivering thorough and cohesive care. I prioritize collaborative decision-making, partnering closely with you to tailor a personalized care plan that reflects your input and preferences. My expertise spans the management of various mental health conditions, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
(240) 896-1459 View (240) 896-1459
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists

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.