Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Elinor Bawnik, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90016 (Online Only)
I work towards supporting my clients in developing insights, overcome obstacles, and uncovering the version of themselves they seek to find. I understand that in the face of challenges, this becomes an incredibly daunting task. I offer a non-judgmental and compassionate space for clients to feel heard and understood. I work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, relationship issues, and life transitions. I utilize DBT, CBT and ACT along with Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems approaches, incorporating behavioral techniques as needed.
I work towards supporting my clients in developing insights, overcome obstacles, and uncovering the version of themselves they seek to find. I understand that in the face of challenges, this becomes an incredibly daunting task. I offer a non-judgmental and compassionate space for clients to feel heard and understood. I work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, relationship issues, and life transitions. I utilize DBT, CBT and ACT along with Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems approaches, incorporating behavioral techniques as needed.
OCD Clinic Community West
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
At Community West we conduct a thorough assessment to determine the severity of a person’s OCD using the Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale.
OCD is a debilitating condition that consists of irrational or excessive fears and concerns that become obsessive and manifest as intrusive, unwanted, disturbing thoughts, images or impulses. These obsessions are accompanied by repetitive and time-consuming mental and behavioral acts called rituals or compulsions that are done to prevent bad things associated with the obsessions from happening. Avoidance is the third component of OCD, which involves deliberately staying away from things, people and places that trigger or worsen obsessive fears and concerns, or to avoid the risk of some dreaded event.
At Community West we conduct a thorough assessment to determine the severity of a person’s OCD using the Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale.
OCD is a debilitating condition that consists of irrational or excessive fears and concerns that become obsessive and manifest as intrusive, unwanted, disturbing thoughts, images or impulses. These obsessions are accompanied by repetitive and time-consuming mental and behavioral acts called rituals or compulsions that are done to prevent bad things associated with the obsessions from happening. Avoidance is the third component of OCD, which involves deliberately staying away from things, people and places that trigger or worsen obsessive fears and concerns, or to avoid the risk of some dreaded event.
Prerna Martin
Registered Psychological Associate, PhD, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I specialize in evidence-based treatments for children, teens, and young adults with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and behavior problems. I have extensive experience working with clients from diverse, multicultural backgrounds. I strive to provide therapy that is grounded in science, while honoring the unique needs of each individual. My approach is deeply relational, and I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to understand your struggles and learn new tools. I am passionate about empowering clients to face their fears, change unhelpful patterns, heal from trauma, and develop more self-compassion.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments for children, teens, and young adults with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and behavior problems. I have extensive experience working with clients from diverse, multicultural backgrounds. I strive to provide therapy that is grounded in science, while honoring the unique needs of each individual. My approach is deeply relational, and I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to understand your struggles and learn new tools. I am passionate about empowering clients to face their fears, change unhelpful patterns, heal from trauma, and develop more self-compassion.
Stasia McGlade
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
I approach therapy with warmth, compassion, nonjudgment, and cultural sensitivity. While I work with a broad range of mental health conditions, my areas of particular specialty are in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, addiction, OCD, trauma, and borderline personality disorder. I strive to provide an environment that encourages authenticity, recognizing that therapy can be a vulnerable and challenging process that also offers an invaluable path towards healing and recovery.
I approach therapy with warmth, compassion, nonjudgment, and cultural sensitivity. While I work with a broad range of mental health conditions, my areas of particular specialty are in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, addiction, OCD, trauma, and borderline personality disorder. I strive to provide an environment that encourages authenticity, recognizing that therapy can be a vulnerable and challenging process that also offers an invaluable path towards healing and recovery.
Dr. Christina M. Charlotin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071
I work with adults who experience depression, anxiety disorders (agoraphobia, panic disorder, social anxiety, specific phobias), OCD, relationship challenges or loss, phase-of-life stressors, procrastination, & LGBTQ or Race related trauma.
Compared to many other psychologists, my therapy style may be more goal oriented, assertive, and with a stronger focus on observing and measuring therapeutic progress over longer term emotional processing. My approach is based on my belief that we do have the power to create healthy emotions & dismantle unwanted emotions. When meeting with you, I'll want to understand how your ongoing circumstances, emotions, behaviors, or thoughts impact the short term as well as the overall outcomes in your life. I base my treatment on evidenced-based inventions, eastern & wellness perspectives, and a conscious awareness approach.
I work with adults who experience depression, anxiety disorders (agoraphobia, panic disorder, social anxiety, specific phobias), OCD, relationship challenges or loss, phase-of-life stressors, procrastination, & LGBTQ or Race related trauma.
Compared to many other psychologists, my therapy style may be more goal oriented, assertive, and with a stronger focus on observing and measuring therapeutic progress over longer term emotional processing. My approach is based on my belief that we do have the power to create healthy emotions & dismantle unwanted emotions. When meeting with you, I'll want to understand how your ongoing circumstances, emotions, behaviors, or thoughts impact the short term as well as the overall outcomes in your life. I base my treatment on evidenced-based inventions, eastern & wellness perspectives, and a conscious awareness approach.
Michael Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 23 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families find their path to greater well-being and fulfillment. I draw from cognitive-behavioral, existential and psychodynamic models. I have extensive experience in cognitive-behavioral therapy for OCD, panic disorder and depression.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 23 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families find their path to greater well-being and fulfillment. I draw from cognitive-behavioral, existential and psychodynamic models. I have extensive experience in cognitive-behavioral therapy for OCD, panic disorder and depression.
Dr. Albert Bonfil
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I’m an expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety, OCD, depression, and ADHD. As a clinical faculty member in UCLA’s Psychology Ph.D. program, I train graduate students in evidence-based therapy. I am also the director of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Los Angeles, a group practice dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy. I have a deep, personal commitment to providing the most cutting-edge, science-based therapy interventions to my clients so they get better faster.
I’m an expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety, OCD, depression, and ADHD. As a clinical faculty member in UCLA’s Psychology Ph.D. program, I train graduate students in evidence-based therapy. I am also the director of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Los Angeles, a group practice dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy. I have a deep, personal commitment to providing the most cutting-edge, science-based therapy interventions to my clients so they get better faster.
Jesse Spiegel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I specialize in the treatment of OCD, anxiety-based disorders and sleep related difficulties.
Life is filled with challenges and uncertainty, which often makes it difficult to move forward. Both children and adults’ experiences of the unknown can result in them feeling anxious, worried, and/or frustrated. I have focused my professional work in helping people gradually face their fears and problematic behaviors while integrating coping strategies along the way. I strive to help each client recognize their resilience and ability to grow.
I specialize in the treatment of OCD, anxiety-based disorders and sleep related difficulties.
Life is filled with challenges and uncertainty, which often makes it difficult to move forward. Both children and adults’ experiences of the unknown can result in them feeling anxious, worried, and/or frustrated. I have focused my professional work in helping people gradually face their fears and problematic behaviors while integrating coping strategies along the way. I strive to help each client recognize their resilience and ability to grow.
Sara Slayden
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90066 (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of OCD and Anxiety related disorders.
Feeling scared and ashamed of distressing thoughts, being stuck in repetitive behaviors that feel impossible to stop, avoidance of things that used to matter because of intense fear, frequent conflict with loved ones over fears being ‘real’ - these are all things that clients with OCD and Anxiety related disorders report. People who struggle with these issues express feeling stuck and afraid of their worst fears coming true while also trying to manage pressure from life obligations and loved ones.
I specialize in the treatment of OCD and Anxiety related disorders.
Feeling scared and ashamed of distressing thoughts, being stuck in repetitive behaviors that feel impossible to stop, avoidance of things that used to matter because of intense fear, frequent conflict with loved ones over fears being ‘real’ - these are all things that clients with OCD and Anxiety related disorders report. People who struggle with these issues express feeling stuck and afraid of their worst fears coming true while also trying to manage pressure from life obligations and loved ones.
Brooke Pechman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
If you have found your way to my profile, I imagine there is some part of you that wants to change. Do you experience symptoms of anxiety, trauma or OCD? Is anxiety or self-doubt keeping you from getting what you want out of life and your relationships? Using evidenced based treatments, including EMDR, CBT & ERP, I will support you in building awareness and insight into maladaptive patterns & behaviors that may be limiting you from creating meaningful change. My style is collaborative, seeing therapy as a life-enhancing participation in self-understanding, self-realization and self-compassion.
If you have found your way to my profile, I imagine there is some part of you that wants to change. Do you experience symptoms of anxiety, trauma or OCD? Is anxiety or self-doubt keeping you from getting what you want out of life and your relationships? Using evidenced based treatments, including EMDR, CBT & ERP, I will support you in building awareness and insight into maladaptive patterns & behaviors that may be limiting you from creating meaningful change. My style is collaborative, seeing therapy as a life-enhancing participation in self-understanding, self-realization and self-compassion.
Kara Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90036 (Online Only)
I'm a DBT-Linehan Board Certified Clinician as well as having extensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ExRP) to treat Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
I believe that everyone is doing the best they can with the skills they have at the time. If you feel like the ways you are coping aren't working well enough anymore or that difficult emotions are getting in the way, let's talk. As a therapist, I want to meet you where you are and at the same time empower you to make changes that will reduce suffering and increase fulfillment. It is important to me to understand your world and help you create a life worth living. I use a balance of compassionate, nonjudgmental support and straightforward feedback, helping you gain more tools to cope with life on life's terms.
I'm a DBT-Linehan Board Certified Clinician as well as having extensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ExRP) to treat Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
I believe that everyone is doing the best they can with the skills they have at the time. If you feel like the ways you are coping aren't working well enough anymore or that difficult emotions are getting in the way, let's talk. As a therapist, I want to meet you where you are and at the same time empower you to make changes that will reduce suffering and increase fulfillment. It is important to me to understand your world and help you create a life worth living. I use a balance of compassionate, nonjudgmental support and straightforward feedback, helping you gain more tools to cope with life on life's terms.
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Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90046 (Online Only)
I work with clients seeking help with issues including social anxiety, panic attacks, uncontrollable worry, phobias, obsessions and compulsions (OCD), posttraumatic stress (PTSD), emotion dysregulation, depression, and co-occurring substance use issues .
Hi — I’m Dr. Amy. I’m a Licensed Psychologist trained and certified in evidence-based therapies. I received my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at UCLA, where I specialized in the treatment of emotion-related disorders including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. My mission as a psychologist is to provide my clients with psychotherapy that is informed by science and tailored to their individual needs, goals, and preferences. I view therapy as a collaborative process in which I help clients develop the skill set necessary to independently cope with the challenges they’re facing.
I work with clients seeking help with issues including social anxiety, panic attacks, uncontrollable worry, phobias, obsessions and compulsions (OCD), posttraumatic stress (PTSD), emotion dysregulation, depression, and co-occurring substance use issues .
Hi — I’m Dr. Amy. I’m a Licensed Psychologist trained and certified in evidence-based therapies. I received my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at UCLA, where I specialized in the treatment of emotion-related disorders including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. My mission as a psychologist is to provide my clients with psychotherapy that is informed by science and tailored to their individual needs, goals, and preferences. I view therapy as a collaborative process in which I help clients develop the skill set necessary to independently cope with the challenges they’re facing.
Kristine Tye
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Waitlist for new clients
Worry, frustration, or emotional exhaustion may be normal, but they do not have to be the norm. Rather than working harder, let's do what works for you. My approach provides you (or your teenager) with experiences and tools that heal, reduce conflict and move life forward... beyond the limitations of anxiety, stress or trauma. I have extensive experience guiding my clients to heal patterns of worry and stress, anxiety and depression, conflict in communication, social anxiety, OCD, C/PTSD, self-harming and eating disorders.
Worry, frustration, or emotional exhaustion may be normal, but they do not have to be the norm. Rather than working harder, let's do what works for you. My approach provides you (or your teenager) with experiences and tools that heal, reduce conflict and move life forward... beyond the limitations of anxiety, stress or trauma. I have extensive experience guiding my clients to heal patterns of worry and stress, anxiety and depression, conflict in communication, social anxiety, OCD, C/PTSD, self-harming and eating disorders.
Danielle McDowell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045 (Online Only)
With over 18 years experience working with families and as a graduate of The University of Denver specializing in Family Therapy, I am currently specializing in OCD and related anxiety disorders as well as trauma work. Areas of specialty OCD & Related Conditions Postpartum OCD Relationship OCD Sexual Orientation OCD Harm OCD Other Taboo OCD Anxiety Disorders (GAD, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Situational Anxiety) Trichotillomania/Dermatillomania Panic Disorder PTSD
With over 18 years experience working with families and as a graduate of The University of Denver specializing in Family Therapy, I am currently specializing in OCD and related anxiety disorders as well as trauma work. Areas of specialty OCD & Related Conditions Postpartum OCD Relationship OCD Sexual Orientation OCD Harm OCD Other Taboo OCD Anxiety Disorders (GAD, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Situational Anxiety) Trichotillomania/Dermatillomania Panic Disorder PTSD
Trevor Schraufnagel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90001
I have expertise in the treatment of OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, specific phobias as well as hoarding, hair-pulling, skin-picking, and tics.
Balance CBT is the name of my private practice. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY27841) and an expert in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders and related conditions. My primary focus is providing evidence-based or "known to work" treatments for anxiety-related problems. While I place very high value on research-driven treatments, I strongly believe that compassion, validation, and a powerful relationship are cornerstones to effective therapy. I am a member of the clinical faculty at UCLA and hold positions in the departments of psychiatry and psychology.
I have expertise in the treatment of OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, specific phobias as well as hoarding, hair-pulling, skin-picking, and tics.
Balance CBT is the name of my private practice. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY27841) and an expert in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders and related conditions. My primary focus is providing evidence-based or "known to work" treatments for anxiety-related problems. While I place very high value on research-driven treatments, I strongly believe that compassion, validation, and a powerful relationship are cornerstones to effective therapy. I am a member of the clinical faculty at UCLA and hold positions in the departments of psychiatry and psychology.
Andrea Kulberg
Psychologist, PhD, CEDS
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Anxiety Experts has offices in Santa Monica, Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietician as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!
Anxiety Experts has offices in Santa Monica, Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietician as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!
Natasha Moharter
Counselor, MA, LPCC, CPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
If you have OCD, & want to engage in effective treatment, we will move forward with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy.
Any of these thoughts sound familiar? What if I harm someone? What if I harm myself? What if I act on an urge to do something I really don’t want to do? What if I am a bad person and just fooling everyone? What if I touched something that could contaminate me or my family? What if I want to act on that sexual thought I really didn’t like? What if I go to jail for something I did but forgot or didn't know? What if that thing I did will come back to haunt me? What if I cheat on my partner? What if I am with the 'wrong' partner even though I love my partner? What if my sexual orientation will change even though I don't want it to?
If you have OCD, & want to engage in effective treatment, we will move forward with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy.
Any of these thoughts sound familiar? What if I harm someone? What if I harm myself? What if I act on an urge to do something I really don’t want to do? What if I am a bad person and just fooling everyone? What if I touched something that could contaminate me or my family? What if I want to act on that sexual thought I really didn’t like? What if I go to jail for something I did but forgot or didn't know? What if that thing I did will come back to haunt me? What if I cheat on my partner? What if I am with the 'wrong' partner even though I love my partner? What if my sexual orientation will change even though I don't want it to?
Alexandra Neff
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90001
Anxiety Experts has offices in Santa Monica, Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietician as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!
Anxiety Experts has offices in Santa Monica, Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietician as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!
Candace Dale Mckenzie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
In conjunction with CBT and when needed, I also specialize in Exposure Response Prevention for the reduction of compulsions and rituals with OCD, as well as grounding DBT skills with Eating and Substance Use Disorders driven by depression , trauma, and anxiety.
I currently offer only Telehealth if you reside in CA and GA, and can compassionately meet you where you are at by providing a safe and supportive space. Many come to therapy to learn new ways to manage anxiety, depression, stress, or find ways to create fulfillment and connection in life again. Together we can explore ineffective patterns, and work on strengthening coping , communication, problem solving skills, self compassion, as well as ways to deepen relationships for lasting change.
In conjunction with CBT and when needed, I also specialize in Exposure Response Prevention for the reduction of compulsions and rituals with OCD, as well as grounding DBT skills with Eating and Substance Use Disorders driven by depression , trauma, and anxiety.
I currently offer only Telehealth if you reside in CA and GA, and can compassionately meet you where you are at by providing a safe and supportive space. Many come to therapy to learn new ways to manage anxiety, depression, stress, or find ways to create fulfillment and connection in life again. Together we can explore ineffective patterns, and work on strengthening coping , communication, problem solving skills, self compassion, as well as ways to deepen relationships for lasting change.
Boston Child Study Center - California (LA & SF)
Psychologist, MD, PhD, MA, LCSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90064
We are a comprehensively trained multidisciplinary team of clinicians, psychologists, and psychiatrists who provide evidence-based treatment to children, adolescents, young adults & families. Starting with the science and research, we deliver evidence-based treatment tailored to your family's individual needs. Our early and middle childhood team specializes in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Children (DBT-C) to treat anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, disruptive behaviors, selective mutism, trauma and depression. Our adolescent and young adult programs specialize in providing DBT and DBT-Prolonged Exposure (DBT-PE), ACT and Exposure Therapy (ExRP) to treat anxiety, OCD, depression, gender dysphoria, suicidal behaviors, non-suicidal self-injury (self-harm), substance use, disordered eating, dissociative disorders, somatic disorders, autism spectrum disorder, non-verbal learning disability, as well as PTSD and Complex-PTSD. Additionally, we offer parent coaching, family therapy, and couples therapy.
We are a comprehensively trained multidisciplinary team of clinicians, psychologists, and psychiatrists who provide evidence-based treatment to children, adolescents, young adults & families. Starting with the science and research, we deliver evidence-based treatment tailored to your family's individual needs. Our early and middle childhood team specializes in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Children (DBT-C) to treat anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, disruptive behaviors, selective mutism, trauma and depression. Our adolescent and young adult programs specialize in providing DBT and DBT-Prolonged Exposure (DBT-PE), ACT and Exposure Therapy (ExRP) to treat anxiety, OCD, depression, gender dysphoria, suicidal behaviors, non-suicidal self-injury (self-harm), substance use, disordered eating, dissociative disorders, somatic disorders, autism spectrum disorder, non-verbal learning disability, as well as PTSD and Complex-PTSD. Additionally, we offer parent coaching, family therapy, and couples therapy.
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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.