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Tabitha Gennara
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33618
Tabithas ideal client is an adult struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, Insomnia, OCD or ADHD. They need timely, competent, and personalized care to manage their symptoms effectively. Their goals include achieving mental clarity, emotional stability, and improved overall well-being. They seek a compassionate provider who understands their urgency and provides tailored medication management to help them regain control of their lives and reach their full potential. We believe in providing compassionate, personalized care to help you navigate your mental health journey.
Tabithas ideal client is an adult struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, Insomnia, OCD or ADHD. They need timely, competent, and personalized care to manage their symptoms effectively. Their goals include achieving mental clarity, emotional stability, and improved overall well-being. They seek a compassionate provider who understands their urgency and provides tailored medication management to help them regain control of their lives and reach their full potential. We believe in providing compassionate, personalized care to help you navigate your mental health journey.
(813) 696-6901 View (813) 696-6901
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Jerika Perry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33602
Jerika Perry is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with more than seven (7) years of medical expertise. She provides mental health services through initial psychiatric evaluation, follow-up appointments, individual therapy, in-person or virtual group therapy, and support groups. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, and substance abuse treatment.
Jerika Perry is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with more than seven (7) years of medical expertise. She provides mental health services through initial psychiatric evaluation, follow-up appointments, individual therapy, in-person or virtual group therapy, and support groups. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, and substance abuse treatment.
(813) 859-5648 View (813) 859-5648
Photo of Candice Sexil, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Candice Sexil
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33619
I am currently practicing in Tampa Florida and the surrounding metro areas, and have provided mental health care for more than 3 years to children, adolescents, and adults. I have been an active psychiatric nurse providing service in the community for more than 10 years. Specializing in health and wellness, treating anxiety disorders; stress management, depressive disorders, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, and various mental health conditions.
I am currently practicing in Tampa Florida and the surrounding metro areas, and have provided mental health care for more than 3 years to children, adolescents, and adults. I have been an active psychiatric nurse providing service in the community for more than 10 years. Specializing in health and wellness, treating anxiety disorders; stress management, depressive disorders, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, and various mental health conditions.
(813) 733-8593 View (813) 733-8593
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Faryal Mallick
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33618
I treat a variety of other psychiatric illnesses, such as ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, etc.
As a Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist, I treat patients of all ages, with a particular emphasis on individuals ages 5-60. I have extensive experience in treating patients from diverse cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ+ identifying individuals. I utilize psychotherapy in combination with medication to provide a holistic treatment to my patients. I have received training in a variety of psychotherapy modalities, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Therapy, and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Visit us: www.faryalmallickmd.com
I treat a variety of other psychiatric illnesses, such as ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, etc.
As a Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist, I treat patients of all ages, with a particular emphasis on individuals ages 5-60. I have extensive experience in treating patients from diverse cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ+ identifying individuals. I utilize psychotherapy in combination with medication to provide a holistic treatment to my patients. I have received training in a variety of psychotherapy modalities, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Therapy, and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Visit us: www.faryalmallickmd.com
(813) 568-9873 View (813) 568-9873
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Dr. Allison Jackson
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33618
Dr. Allison Jackson is a Harvard-trained board-certified psychiatrist who opened MindfulMD as a way to provide individually tailored, compassionate psychiatric care for her patients. She is accepting new patients in Florida (in-person in Tampa and virtual over the entire state). She has experience treating a wide variety of conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep issues, sexual health issues, bipolar disorder, PTSD, derm-psych conditions i.e. skin picking and trichotillomania, and many more. She also has worked with patients on managing stress related to relationships, illness, burnout, grief, career, or identity.
Dr. Allison Jackson is a Harvard-trained board-certified psychiatrist who opened MindfulMD as a way to provide individually tailored, compassionate psychiatric care for her patients. She is accepting new patients in Florida (in-person in Tampa and virtual over the entire state). She has experience treating a wide variety of conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep issues, sexual health issues, bipolar disorder, PTSD, derm-psych conditions i.e. skin picking and trichotillomania, and many more. She also has worked with patients on managing stress related to relationships, illness, burnout, grief, career, or identity.
(813) 328-6239 View (813) 328-6239
Photo of Megan Toufexis, DO, Psychiatrist
Megan Toufexis
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33609
Dr. Megan Toufexis is a board certified physician in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry. Her office is now taking new patients. The office has skilled and compassionate doctors and medical providers. They provide diagnostic evaluations, medication management, supportive therapy, CBT, ADHD testing, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation therapy, women's mental health care, and treatment for OCD, and eating disorders.
Dr. Megan Toufexis is a board certified physician in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry. Her office is now taking new patients. The office has skilled and compassionate doctors and medical providers. They provide diagnostic evaluations, medication management, supportive therapy, CBT, ADHD testing, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation therapy, women's mental health care, and treatment for OCD, and eating disorders.
(813) 544-1946 View (813) 544-1946
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Danielle Porter, PMHNP • Porter Psychiatry Llc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33647  (Online Only)
My vast experience and specialities include treating conditions and symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, mood & bipolar disorders, insomnia and sleep disturbances, obsessional thoughts & OCD, eating disorders, trauma & PTSD, ADHD, women’s issues, and men’s issues.
Welcome to Porter Psychiatry LLC via Grow Therapy! I’m Danielle Porter, Florida APRN and national board certified PMHNP who provides mental health/psychiatric evaluation and medication management via telehealth. If you are in need of an evaluation, diagnosis/confirm prior diagnosis, prescription refill, or wish to make changes to your current treatment, learn of your options, or other services, scan the QR code and schedule your visit today. I look forward to meeting with you.
My vast experience and specialities include treating conditions and symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, mood & bipolar disorders, insomnia and sleep disturbances, obsessional thoughts & OCD, eating disorders, trauma & PTSD, ADHD, women’s issues, and men’s issues.
Welcome to Porter Psychiatry LLC via Grow Therapy! I’m Danielle Porter, Florida APRN and national board certified PMHNP who provides mental health/psychiatric evaluation and medication management via telehealth. If you are in need of an evaluation, diagnosis/confirm prior diagnosis, prescription refill, or wish to make changes to your current treatment, learn of your options, or other services, scan the QR code and schedule your visit today. I look forward to meeting with you.
(727) 910-5816 View (727) 910-5816
Photo of Danielle Porter💊 Porter Psychiatry Llc, APRN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Danielle Porter💊 Porter Psychiatry Llc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33624  (Online Only)
My vast experience and specialities include treating conditions and symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, mood & bipolar disorders, insomnia and sleep disturbances, obsessional thoughts & OCD, eating disorders, trauma & PTSD, ADHD, women’s issues, and men’s issues.
Welcome to Porter Psychiatry via Grow Therapy! I’m Danielle, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who provides mental health/psychiatric evaluation and medication management via telehealth. My goal is to listen and understand your mental health needs and my treatment approach is to help individuals find therapeutic symptom relief with as little medication necessary. If you are in need of an evaluation, diagnosis, treatment options, prescription refill, or additional services, schedule your visit today via Grow Therapy. I look forward to meeting with you.
My vast experience and specialities include treating conditions and symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, mood & bipolar disorders, insomnia and sleep disturbances, obsessional thoughts & OCD, eating disorders, trauma & PTSD, ADHD, women’s issues, and men’s issues.
Welcome to Porter Psychiatry via Grow Therapy! I’m Danielle, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who provides mental health/psychiatric evaluation and medication management via telehealth. My goal is to listen and understand your mental health needs and my treatment approach is to help individuals find therapeutic symptom relief with as little medication necessary. If you are in need of an evaluation, diagnosis, treatment options, prescription refill, or additional services, schedule your visit today via Grow Therapy. I look forward to meeting with you.
(813) 945-6535 View (813) 945-6535
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Cathi Stephens
Psychiatric Nurse, ARNP, AGNP-BC, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33606
Do you need help with mental health issues? Are you looking to change your life and become the best version of yourself? I work with my patients to identify the underlying issues that are impacting their quality of life and come up with a personalized, evidenced based plan to help them. I provide compassionate, non-judgmental quality care. I treat a wide range of psychiatric issues, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar, alcohol use, PTSD, OCD, opioid use, ADHD, stress, postpartum depression, psychosis, and mood disorders.
Do you need help with mental health issues? Are you looking to change your life and become the best version of yourself? I work with my patients to identify the underlying issues that are impacting their quality of life and come up with a personalized, evidenced based plan to help them. I provide compassionate, non-judgmental quality care. I treat a wide range of psychiatric issues, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar, alcohol use, PTSD, OCD, opioid use, ADHD, stress, postpartum depression, psychosis, and mood disorders.
(727) 202-5236 View (727) 202-5236
Photo of Katherine Rizzo, DO, Psychiatrist
Katherine Rizzo
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33613
She also oversees Advantage's Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) program, a non-medication treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD and other mental health issues.
Katherine R. Rizzo, DO, graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Microbiology and Cell Science and from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Rizzo is a compassionate, caring physician who puts all her patients at ease. Confident in the latest techniques, theories and medication, Dr. Rizzo is an outstanding physician who was chosen as Chief Resident at the University of South Florida. While at USF she received clinical awards and served on several of USF's professional clinical committees. Dr. Rizzo is certified in NeuroStar Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
She also oversees Advantage's Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) program, a non-medication treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD and other mental health issues.
Katherine R. Rizzo, DO, graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Microbiology and Cell Science and from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Rizzo is a compassionate, caring physician who puts all her patients at ease. Confident in the latest techniques, theories and medication, Dr. Rizzo is an outstanding physician who was chosen as Chief Resident at the University of South Florida. While at USF she received clinical awards and served on several of USF's professional clinical committees. Dr. Rizzo is certified in NeuroStar Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
(727) 205-7977 View (727) 205-7977
Photo of Jennifer Self, PhD, LMHC, APRN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Jennifer Self
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, LMHC, APRN
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33611
Ready for a fresh approach? My goal is to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, comprehensive, high quality care tailored to meet your individual needs. I am here to listen and to take the time to understand what you are going through. I will get to know you, answer your questions, and together we can decide on a plan that works for you. I offer medication management and counseling for a full range of psychiatric issues, including depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, addiction, ADHD, stress, trauma, and mood disorders.
Ready for a fresh approach? My goal is to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, comprehensive, high quality care tailored to meet your individual needs. I am here to listen and to take the time to understand what you are going through. I will get to know you, answer your questions, and together we can decide on a plan that works for you. I offer medication management and counseling for a full range of psychiatric issues, including depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, addiction, ADHD, stress, trauma, and mood disorders.
(727) 485-0549 View (727) 485-0549
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Ramaje LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33634  (Online Only)
This clinician provides patient-centered care, which includes comprehensive psychiatric assessment, evaluation, and medication management for clients who suffer from mental illnesses such as attention deficit disorder, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, schizophrenia, and sleep disorder.
Marie Germinal is a double Board-certified Adult-Gerontology and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has a combined six years of experience background across the lifespan in managing physical and psychiatric health challenges.
This clinician provides patient-centered care, which includes comprehensive psychiatric assessment, evaluation, and medication management for clients who suffer from mental illnesses such as attention deficit disorder, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, schizophrenia, and sleep disorder.
Marie Germinal is a double Board-certified Adult-Gerontology and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has a combined six years of experience background across the lifespan in managing physical and psychiatric health challenges.
(844) 919-4607 View (844) 919-4607
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Lisandra Ramirez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33603  (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Lisandra and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Florida. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Chronic Illness, Family/Relationship Issues, Stress Management and OCD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Lisandra and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Florida. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Chronic Illness, Family/Relationship Issues, Stress Management and OCD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
(786) 971-2135 View (786) 971-2135
Photo of Kristi Muncie, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Kristi Muncie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33647
Kristi works with patients across the lifespan and is currently licensed in four states. She welcomes clients seeking help for a wide variety of psychiatric mental health conditions including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, obsessive compulsive disorders, addictions and insomnia. Kristi Muncie is board-certified as a family nurse practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and also board-certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
Kristi works with patients across the lifespan and is currently licensed in four states. She welcomes clients seeking help for a wide variety of psychiatric mental health conditions including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, obsessive compulsive disorders, addictions and insomnia. Kristi Muncie is board-certified as a family nurse practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and also board-certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
(954) 287-3612 View (954) 287-3612
Photo of Destiny Refuse, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Destiny Refuse
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33613  (Online Only)
I been able to help individuals dealing with mood disorders, psychosis, anxiety, anger, personality disorders, depression, schizophrenia, ptsd, ocd, addictions and substance use.
I am ready to help you! As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), my journey in healthcare has been guided by an unwavering commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered mental health care. The driving force behind my professional endeavors lies in my deep-seated desire to assist individuals facing mental health challenges, fostering a healing environment where each patient can thrive.
I been able to help individuals dealing with mood disorders, psychosis, anxiety, anger, personality disorders, depression, schizophrenia, ptsd, ocd, addictions and substance use.
I am ready to help you! As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), my journey in healthcare has been guided by an unwavering commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered mental health care. The driving force behind my professional endeavors lies in my deep-seated desire to assist individuals facing mental health challenges, fostering a healing environment where each patient can thrive.
(727) 761-0216 View (727) 761-0216
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Mia Bell
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33602  (Online Only)
Dr. Mia Bell is a caring and compassionate psychiatrist. She believes in completing a thorough psychiatric assessment for all patients in order to make the best individualized treatment recommendations. Dr. Bell is a physician that is board certified in child, adolescent and general psychiatry. She see’s patients between the ages of 4 and 64 and treats a wide variety of mental illnesses including: Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Insomnia, OCD, panic attacks, and PTSD.
Dr. Mia Bell is a caring and compassionate psychiatrist. She believes in completing a thorough psychiatric assessment for all patients in order to make the best individualized treatment recommendations. Dr. Bell is a physician that is board certified in child, adolescent and general psychiatry. She see’s patients between the ages of 4 and 64 and treats a wide variety of mental illnesses including: Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Insomnia, OCD, panic attacks, and PTSD.
(786) 244-2505 View (786) 244-2505
Photo of Angel Snipes, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Angel Snipes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33601  (Online Only)
Dedicated to providing compassionate care throughout every individual's healing journey, Angel specializes in treating a range of mental health conditions. These include complex mood and anxiety disorders, panic disorder, PTSD, women's health issues, ADHD, insomnia, grief and loss, life transitions, and OCD.
Dedicated to providing compassionate care throughout every individual's healing journey, Angel specializes in treating a range of mental health conditions. These include complex mood and anxiety disorders, panic disorder, PTSD, women's health issues, ADHD, insomnia, grief and loss, life transitions, and OCD.
(305) 257-9082 View (305) 257-9082
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Jennifer Upcraft
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33601  (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Jennifer. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University. I provide an integrative approach to treatment which includes lifestyle modification, supplements, and medication management without the use of controlled substances. I offer a free 15 minute consultation prior to scheduling your first appointment.
Hi! My name is Jennifer. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University. I provide an integrative approach to treatment which includes lifestyle modification, supplements, and medication management without the use of controlled substances. I offer a free 15 minute consultation prior to scheduling your first appointment.
(850) 446-5434 View (850) 446-5434
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Hope Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHCNS, APRN
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33601
Hi, am the owner/ head Clinician at Hope Mental Health. When you come see me, you will get 2 providers in your care. Myself and one of my fabulous student/interns. The latter will take your medical/psych history and then I will come on and join to create the treatment plan and prescribe meds when evaluation is complete. On subsequent visits, you will see the student/intern and he/she will bring me on when needed when a change is needed to meds or the treatment plan. Our practice is integrative/functional in nature, meaning that we combine traditional psych meds with supplements, including vitamins to treat the root problem.
Hi, am the owner/ head Clinician at Hope Mental Health. When you come see me, you will get 2 providers in your care. Myself and one of my fabulous student/interns. The latter will take your medical/psych history and then I will come on and join to create the treatment plan and prescribe meds when evaluation is complete. On subsequent visits, you will see the student/intern and he/she will bring me on when needed when a change is needed to meds or the treatment plan. Our practice is integrative/functional in nature, meaning that we combine traditional psych meds with supplements, including vitamins to treat the root problem.
(561) 872-2982 View (561) 872-2982
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Mary Louise Stedman
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33613
Dedicated research facility. Qualified patients receive study medication, exams and labs at no cost to them and will be compensated for their time and travel. Specializing in Alzheimer's disease, Bipolar Disorder, and Depression. Visit my profile for more information. We are currently enrolling in several studies for memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, Depression, and Bipolar Disorder. I also have a private practice for Psychiatric Patients.
Dedicated research facility. Qualified patients receive study medication, exams and labs at no cost to them and will be compensated for their time and travel. Specializing in Alzheimer's disease, Bipolar Disorder, and Depression. Visit my profile for more information. We are currently enrolling in several studies for memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, Depression, and Bipolar Disorder. I also have a private practice for Psychiatric Patients.
(813) 440-3104 View (813) 440-3104
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.