Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Lowell, IN
Are you tired, burned out, angry, anxious, and frustrated by habits and relationship patterns that you just can't seem to master or even understand? Or maybe you are experiencing a crisis in your marriage, your emotions, or your faith. What is your story? Your story is so important! Story is where many of our current struggles are rooted. I promise to listen to yours attentively and with respect, honoring the path you have walked. As we explore your current issues and seek to understand their roots, new ways of seeing yourself and your life will emerge. Deep and lasting changes in yourself and your relationships are possible!
Are you tired, burned out, angry, anxious, and frustrated by habits and relationship patterns that you just can't seem to master or even understand? Or maybe you are experiencing a crisis in your marriage, your emotions, or your faith. What is your story? Your story is so important! Story is where many of our current struggles are rooted. I promise to listen to yours attentively and with respect, honoring the path you have walked. As we explore your current issues and seek to understand their roots, new ways of seeing yourself and your life will emerge. Deep and lasting changes in yourself and your relationships are possible!
Addiction is an insidious disease, one that takes over a person's life like a toxic friend, leading one to believe relief will be at the next turn, only to find misery and heartache. It controls a person's thought-life, holds the soul hostage, destroys the ability to feel simple emotions, and obliterates families. It can be difficult to reach out due to the shame that has permeated one's beliefs about themselves, and finding someone who understands the depth of this pain and shame can be daunting. But there is HOPE.
Addiction is an insidious disease, one that takes over a person's life like a toxic friend, leading one to believe relief will be at the next turn, only to find misery and heartache. It controls a person's thought-life, holds the soul hostage, destroys the ability to feel simple emotions, and obliterates families. It can be difficult to reach out due to the shame that has permeated one's beliefs about themselves, and finding someone who understands the depth of this pain and shame can be daunting. But there is HOPE.
It takes courage to move toward making changes in each of our lives. As a practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and interactive feedback to help my clients address current challenges and long-standing issues. My sensitivity and compassion, helps bring resolution to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. With an integration of various methods, I draw from multiple styles and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual client. Working together each client and I can build on the individuals strengths and work towards achieving their goals.
It takes courage to move toward making changes in each of our lives. As a practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and interactive feedback to help my clients address current challenges and long-standing issues. My sensitivity and compassion, helps bring resolution to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. With an integration of various methods, I draw from multiple styles and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual client. Working together each client and I can build on the individuals strengths and work towards achieving their goals.
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In therapy, I like to start by building a foundation, so you'll feel comfortable sharing your obsessions, triggers, and compulsions.
This training enables us to help you manage the distress caused by your obsessions and practice resisting compulsions when uncomfortable thoughts arise. When you start with NOCD Therapy, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues based on your preference and availability.
In therapy, I like to start by building a foundation, so you'll feel comfortable sharing your obsessions, triggers, and compulsions.
This training enables us to help you manage the distress caused by your obsessions and practice resisting compulsions when uncomfortable thoughts arise. When you start with NOCD Therapy, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues based on your preference and availability.
My approach to treating OCD is very non-judgmental and gentle.
Our understanding of the nuances of OCD enables us to properly diagnose and treat it. We have received training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy (ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, depending on your preferences.
My approach to treating OCD is very non-judgmental and gentle.
Our understanding of the nuances of OCD enables us to properly diagnose and treat it. We have received training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy (ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, depending on your preferences.
I use evidence-based treatments to help women with Depression and Anxiety (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Exposure and Response Prevention), and Trauma (Prolonged Exposure).
As a clinical social worker specializing in women's mental health, I provide a safe, supportive space for women navigating the emotional challenges of pregnancy, the postpartum period, and motherhood. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of the unique transitions women face, from the joys and complexities of new parenthood to the heartbreak of pregnancy and infant loss.
Whether you're adjusting to life with a new baby, coping with anxiety or depression, or grieving a loss, I'm here to walk alongside you with empathy, expertise, and care.
I use evidence-based treatments to help women with Depression and Anxiety (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Exposure and Response Prevention), and Trauma (Prolonged Exposure).
As a clinical social worker specializing in women's mental health, I provide a safe, supportive space for women navigating the emotional challenges of pregnancy, the postpartum period, and motherhood. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of the unique transitions women face, from the joys and complexities of new parenthood to the heartbreak of pregnancy and infant loss.
Whether you're adjusting to life with a new baby, coping with anxiety or depression, or grieving a loss, I'm here to walk alongside you with empathy, expertise, and care.
I decided to specialize in OCD because I am passionate about providing quality, evidence-based treatment.
When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, based on your preferences. We’ll get to know you and create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals. Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
I decided to specialize in OCD because I am passionate about providing quality, evidence-based treatment.
When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, based on your preferences. We’ll get to know you and create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals. Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
I specialize in OCD because I believe individuals can find freedom from their mental, emotional, and physical anguish and achieve healing and peace.
We have received intensive training in ERP (Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy)— the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD Therapy, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, depending on your preference and availability.
I specialize in OCD because I believe individuals can find freedom from their mental, emotional, and physical anguish and achieve healing and peace.
We have received intensive training in ERP (Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy)— the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD Therapy, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, depending on your preference and availability.
I take a balanced approach to treating OCD, combining compassion with accountability.
We have received intensive training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy (ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, based on your preferences. We’ll create a treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
I take a balanced approach to treating OCD, combining compassion with accountability.
We have received intensive training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy (ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, based on your preferences. We’ll create a treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for people with OCD.
When you start with NOCD Therapy, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues – this will depend on your preferences. We’ll work to get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you achieve your goals. Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for people with OCD.
When you start with NOCD Therapy, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues – this will depend on your preferences. We’ll work to get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you achieve your goals. Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
I specialize in treating individuals who are struggling with various presentations of OCD, as well as survivors of trauma, and specifically religious trauma.
I have experience and training working with several presentations of OCD, as well as utilizing interventions such as ERP and I-CBT to reduce the distress that comes with intrusive thoughts, and decrease compulsive behaviors. I also support clients in correcting emotional experiences affected by religious stress and trauma through various cognitive therapies.
I specialize in treating individuals who are struggling with various presentations of OCD, as well as survivors of trauma, and specifically religious trauma.
I have experience and training working with several presentations of OCD, as well as utilizing interventions such as ERP and I-CBT to reduce the distress that comes with intrusive thoughts, and decrease compulsive behaviors. I also support clients in correcting emotional experiences affected by religious stress and trauma through various cognitive therapies.
On the outside everything looks ok! Your child or teen is attending school and is maybe even one of the popular kids. They play sports or are involved in an extracurricular activity they were once really passionate about. However, something’s changed. Perhaps they’ve even had a very scary or life-threatening experience. Behind closed doors, your child is really starting to struggle. The stress associated with appearing perfect on the outside is causing internal dilemmas that can lead to anxiety or depression. Developing a healthy sense of self can lead to a positive impact not only on your child, but the rest of your family.
On the outside everything looks ok! Your child or teen is attending school and is maybe even one of the popular kids. They play sports or are involved in an extracurricular activity they were once really passionate about. However, something’s changed. Perhaps they’ve even had a very scary or life-threatening experience. Behind closed doors, your child is really starting to struggle. The stress associated with appearing perfect on the outside is causing internal dilemmas that can lead to anxiety or depression. Developing a healthy sense of self can lead to a positive impact not only on your child, but the rest of your family.
You've already tried everything and still feel stuck. You're beating yourself up because you should be able to "fix" everything on your own. There is real strength in asking for help. Working with a professional can make all the difference.
I believe in doing what works, not just what's expected. Working with me means you won’t get a one size fits all, by the book approach. I’m not afraid to rethink what therapy is supposed to look like.
I offer the opportunity for something different. Hands on care. Extra support. Alternative locations. House calls. Therapy when you need it, where you need it, and how you need it.
You've already tried everything and still feel stuck. You're beating yourself up because you should be able to "fix" everything on your own. There is real strength in asking for help. Working with a professional can make all the difference.
I believe in doing what works, not just what's expected. Working with me means you won’t get a one size fits all, by the book approach. I’m not afraid to rethink what therapy is supposed to look like.
I offer the opportunity for something different. Hands on care. Extra support. Alternative locations. House calls. Therapy when you need it, where you need it, and how you need it.
Our mission statement at LPA Counseling is that we respond personally and immediately to families, couples, and individuals seeking counseling services, providing excellent, confidential, and affordable therapy, when and where our clients' need us, throughout Northwest Indiana. For more information on our services, please visit our website at www.lpacounseling.com
Our mission statement at LPA Counseling is that we respond personally and immediately to families, couples, and individuals seeking counseling services, providing excellent, confidential, and affordable therapy, when and where our clients' need us, throughout Northwest Indiana. For more information on our services, please visit our website at www.lpacounseling.com
I am passionate about empowering children, adolescents and adults to overcome the many struggles of life that may be impeding their personal success. My goal is to create a safe and accepting environment using a client-centered approach so that all clients are given the opportunity to explore, understand, and cope with life’s challenges, events, and relationships. I especially love working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and I have worked extensively with adolescents in an educational setting as well as individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and significant stress.
I am passionate about empowering children, adolescents and adults to overcome the many struggles of life that may be impeding their personal success. My goal is to create a safe and accepting environment using a client-centered approach so that all clients are given the opportunity to explore, understand, and cope with life’s challenges, events, and relationships. I especially love working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and I have worked extensively with adolescents in an educational setting as well as individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and significant stress.
Hi, my name is Elena Makarenko. I work with a wide variety of clients, such as couples and adults addressing a wide range of needs including depression, anxiety, trauma, intimacy and relationship issues. I have an experience working with families on all levels addressing their emotional needs throughout all spectrums of their lives.
Hi, my name is Elena Makarenko. I work with a wide variety of clients, such as couples and adults addressing a wide range of needs including depression, anxiety, trauma, intimacy and relationship issues. I have an experience working with families on all levels addressing their emotional needs throughout all spectrums of their lives.
I believe there is a light at the end of everyone's tunnel, some people just have longer tunnels. My role is to work with you and remind you of the tools that you have in your toolbox so you can find the light within your tunnel. I have over 10 years of experience working with teens, adolescents, couples, and families who have experienced a myriad of life stressors and disorders. From anxiety, depression, conduct disorder, ODD, relational and marriage issues, substance use, trauma, and phase of life issues, I am able to help. This journey we call life can feel like a lot, but nothing is impossible with the right tools.
I believe there is a light at the end of everyone's tunnel, some people just have longer tunnels. My role is to work with you and remind you of the tools that you have in your toolbox so you can find the light within your tunnel. I have over 10 years of experience working with teens, adolescents, couples, and families who have experienced a myriad of life stressors and disorders. From anxiety, depression, conduct disorder, ODD, relational and marriage issues, substance use, trauma, and phase of life issues, I am able to help. This journey we call life can feel like a lot, but nothing is impossible with the right tools.
I provide a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel truly heard and supported. I use a Person-Centered approach combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you explore patterns, build insight, learn coping skills and change unhelpful thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress and challenging behaviors.
I provide a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel truly heard and supported. I use a Person-Centered approach combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you explore patterns, build insight, learn coping skills and change unhelpful thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress and challenging behaviors.
My passion for supporting individuals struggling with mental health challenges, addiction, trauma, or crisis led me to pursue the path of becoming a therapist. In today’s busy and unpredictable world, it’s easy to lose touch with what’s most important to us and feel disconnected from our values and sense of self. Factors and events outside of our control can contribute to mental health struggles and addiction. I believe that rediscovering who we are at our core empowers us to use our values and unique strengths to navigate life’s highs and lows.
My passion for supporting individuals struggling with mental health challenges, addiction, trauma, or crisis led me to pursue the path of becoming a therapist. In today’s busy and unpredictable world, it’s easy to lose touch with what’s most important to us and feel disconnected from our values and sense of self. Factors and events outside of our control can contribute to mental health struggles and addiction. I believe that rediscovering who we are at our core empowers us to use our values and unique strengths to navigate life’s highs and lows.
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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.