Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Acadia Parish, LA

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Julie Chambers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Crowley, LA 70526
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), for the treatment of PTSD and trauma, and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), for treatment of OCD.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and/or out of control, I provide a safe nonjudgmental environment in which you can begin work on finding your peace from within. We will work together to identify and free you from debilitating worry, shame and guilt that can keep you feeling stuck. Our work will empower you to find the answers within yourself.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), for the treatment of PTSD and trauma, and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), for treatment of OCD.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and/or out of control, I provide a safe nonjudgmental environment in which you can begin work on finding your peace from within. We will work together to identify and free you from debilitating worry, shame and guilt that can keep you feeling stuck. Our work will empower you to find the answers within yourself.
(337) 202-2549 View (337) 202-2549
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Embrace Life Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CART
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rayne, LA 70578
Kathy Manuel is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in the treatment of mental health for 16 years. In a safe, therapeutic environment, she encourages and guides clients to achieve success using professional, sought after effective treatment modalities. She believes counseling is valuable when it is personalized to the individual's goals and is genuinely attentive to understanding her client's specific needs and desires.
Kathy Manuel is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in the treatment of mental health for 16 years. In a safe, therapeutic environment, she encourages and guides clients to achieve success using professional, sought after effective treatment modalities. She believes counseling is valuable when it is personalized to the individual's goals and is genuinely attentive to understanding her client's specific needs and desires.
(281) 401-9902 View (281) 401-9902
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Amy Romero Registered Play Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crowley, LA 70526
I specialize in working with children and adolescents with anxiety (ages 2-17) and their families. I have over 19 years of experience combined as a former Teacher of the Year and Nationally Certified School Counselor. When children face difficulties, I understand how it can affect every aspect of their lives, including peer and family relationships, as well as their academic performance. I am here to facilitate growth and can help children and families through these challenges. I work with children, adolescents, and their families and also conduct children's groups to help them make positive changes in their lives.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents with anxiety (ages 2-17) and their families. I have over 19 years of experience combined as a former Teacher of the Year and Nationally Certified School Counselor. When children face difficulties, I understand how it can affect every aspect of their lives, including peer and family relationships, as well as their academic performance. I am here to facilitate growth and can help children and families through these challenges. I work with children, adolescents, and their families and also conduct children's groups to help them make positive changes in their lives.
(337) 504-7312 View (337) 504-7312

Online Therapists

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Mellisa L Booth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Lake Charles, LA 70601
In my practice, I will help mothers in exploring many topics including mothers’ mothers’ new normal, mom’s guilt, baby blues, and postpartum depression/anxiety/ocd/bipolar/psychosis.
I am passionate about helping clients to be more in the here and now (mindfulness), develop self-compassion, create healthy boundaries, make sense of their emotions and pain, and create a meaningful life. In my practice, I offer individual therapy and support for adults and adolescents struggling with a variety of challenges. From perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression, family/relationship issues, adult children of mentally ill/narcissistic parents, people pleasing and codependency, career stress, self-esteem issues, life transitions, school and behavioral issues or body image, I am here to help you through it.
In my practice, I will help mothers in exploring many topics including mothers’ mothers’ new normal, mom’s guilt, baby blues, and postpartum depression/anxiety/ocd/bipolar/psychosis.
I am passionate about helping clients to be more in the here and now (mindfulness), develop self-compassion, create healthy boundaries, make sense of their emotions and pain, and create a meaningful life. In my practice, I offer individual therapy and support for adults and adolescents struggling with a variety of challenges. From perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression, family/relationship issues, adult children of mentally ill/narcissistic parents, people pleasing and codependency, career stress, self-esteem issues, life transitions, school and behavioral issues or body image, I am here to help you through it.
(337) 573-2008 View (337) 573-2008
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Charlotte Bienvenu -Lotus Counseling And Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience working in both outpatient and inpatient settings. During these wonderful 30 years I have had the privilege of being a Clinical Director and therapist for adolescents and adults in trauma recovery experiencing dual diagnoses with mood disorders and substance abuse. For the past several years I have enjoyed working at Hero’s Program of New Beginnings where I work with active duty and military veterans. My areas of focus are working with ages 15+ and adults dealing with trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, addictions, mood disorders, self-esteem, OCD and moral injury.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience working in both outpatient and inpatient settings. During these wonderful 30 years I have had the privilege of being a Clinical Director and therapist for adolescents and adults in trauma recovery experiencing dual diagnoses with mood disorders and substance abuse. For the past several years I have enjoyed working at Hero’s Program of New Beginnings where I work with active duty and military veterans. My areas of focus are working with ages 15+ and adults dealing with trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, addictions, mood disorders, self-esteem, OCD and moral injury.
(337) 545-2915 View (337) 545-2915
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Dr. Erin Wallace Lovett, Red Couch Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Youngsville, LA 70592
As an EMDR therapist, I use EMDR to work with clients who have experienced trauma. I sometimes use DBT with clients who struggle with emotion regulation and for whom EMDR is not a good fit. I assist many clients who struggle in their relationships with unhealthy, narcissistic, or addicted partners. I also assist clients struggling with anxiety, OCD, and depression. I am an Attachment theorist and feel it is beneficial to incorporate one's childhood into the therapeutic process (though it may or may not be the focus of treatment).
As an EMDR therapist, I use EMDR to work with clients who have experienced trauma. I sometimes use DBT with clients who struggle with emotion regulation and for whom EMDR is not a good fit. I assist many clients who struggle in their relationships with unhealthy, narcissistic, or addicted partners. I also assist clients struggling with anxiety, OCD, and depression. I am an Attachment theorist and feel it is beneficial to incorporate one's childhood into the therapeutic process (though it may or may not be the focus of treatment).
(337) 210-7454 View (337) 210-7454
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Erich Duchmann
Psychologist, PhD, MP
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70810  (Online Only)
I am the co-owner of Family Therapy Clinic of Louisiana, LLC. I have over 28 years of clinical experience, providing a variety of services including psychological assessment, cognitive-behavioral treatments, and medication management. Although I treat a number of clinical conditions, I specialize in working with anxiety-based disorders including OCD, PTSD, and performance anxiety issues. I have worked with hundreds of athletes, and provided psychological services for LSU's Athletic Department over a period of 17 years. I am also licensed as a Medical Psychologist and manage medications for a variety of treatment issues.
I am the co-owner of Family Therapy Clinic of Louisiana, LLC. I have over 28 years of clinical experience, providing a variety of services including psychological assessment, cognitive-behavioral treatments, and medication management. Although I treat a number of clinical conditions, I specialize in working with anxiety-based disorders including OCD, PTSD, and performance anxiety issues. I have worked with hundreds of athletes, and provided psychological services for LSU's Athletic Department over a period of 17 years. I am also licensed as a Medical Psychologist and manage medications for a variety of treatment issues.
(225) 292-0155 View (225) 292-0155
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Lindsey Latiolais
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70503
Motherhood is often described as a blissful experience full of connection and contentment between mother, baby, and family. However, the truth is motherhood (and parenthood) can be a difficult transition. Sometimes, it isn't what we expected. Sometimes, mothers and spouses feel anxiety, depression, OCD, mood swings, or relationship difficulties. My passion for helping families began from my own experience with motherhood. My goal is to provide education, support, and treatment to women and families experiencing difficulties before, during and after pregnancy and/or loss. You are not alone. You can get through this. And I can help.
Motherhood is often described as a blissful experience full of connection and contentment between mother, baby, and family. However, the truth is motherhood (and parenthood) can be a difficult transition. Sometimes, it isn't what we expected. Sometimes, mothers and spouses feel anxiety, depression, OCD, mood swings, or relationship difficulties. My passion for helping families began from my own experience with motherhood. My goal is to provide education, support, and treatment to women and families experiencing difficulties before, during and after pregnancy and/or loss. You are not alone. You can get through this. And I can help.
(337) 435-6932 View (337) 435-6932
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Shea Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, LA 70503  (Online Only)
I can treat generalized anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behavior, health anxiety, fear of illness, fear of dizziness/fainting, fear of public places, fear of being judged negatively, and fear of death.
I have two specializations: 1) adults who have suffered from narcissistic abuse, and 2) anxiety and fear-related disorders
I can treat generalized anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behavior, health anxiety, fear of illness, fear of dizziness/fainting, fear of public places, fear of being judged negatively, and fear of death.
I have two specializations: 1) adults who have suffered from narcissistic abuse, and 2) anxiety and fear-related disorders
(337) 551-3324 View (337) 551-3324
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Louis Bernard
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Maybe I'm biased, but it seems like life is especially hard on my clients. Typically, I work with individuals, couples, and groups of people dealing with anxiety, trauma, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and vocational issues. Everyday I get to help people like you who are trying to live healthier, more satisfying lives in spite of all that life throws at them. Together, we will pursue and rebuild better daily habits, healthier relationships with others, and more satisfying and meaningful days.
Maybe I'm biased, but it seems like life is especially hard on my clients. Typically, I work with individuals, couples, and groups of people dealing with anxiety, trauma, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and vocational issues. Everyday I get to help people like you who are trying to live healthier, more satisfying lives in spite of all that life throws at them. Together, we will pursue and rebuild better daily habits, healthier relationships with others, and more satisfying and meaningful days.
(225) 659-9352 View (225) 659-9352
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Doug White & Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Other areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, trauma work, OCD, divorce, premarital counseling, singleness, and TBRI-based counseling.
Doug White and Associates provides a wide range of services for those who have mental health struggles. Our practice takes pride in offering services to the community through six clinicians who specialize in a wide range of mental health areas. Our practice, as a whole, specializes in Sexual and Porn Addiction, but we are grateful to have a team that can help with many different areas. The staff at Doug White and Associates is highly trained and skilled in helping individuals recover from sexual addiction, pornography addiction, affairs, and other process addictions.
Other areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, trauma work, OCD, divorce, premarital counseling, singleness, and TBRI-based counseling.
Doug White and Associates provides a wide range of services for those who have mental health struggles. Our practice takes pride in offering services to the community through six clinicians who specialize in a wide range of mental health areas. Our practice, as a whole, specializes in Sexual and Porn Addiction, but we are grateful to have a team that can help with many different areas. The staff at Doug White and Associates is highly trained and skilled in helping individuals recover from sexual addiction, pornography addiction, affairs, and other process addictions.
(225) 372-5305 View (225) 372-5305
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Kdh Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
Welcome to KDH Counseling where we celebrate diversity in all its forms - neurodiversity, multicultural diversity, religious diversity, dealing with anxiety, obsessive thinking, compulsive behaviors, traumatic events, phobias, and depression. Our clinic is a sanctuary, carefully designed to delve into the depths of your inner world. Our evidenced based approaches combines goal-directed skills-building, trauma processing, strength building, and exposure work. It's not just about feeling better; it's about leading a truly authentic and fulfilling life.
Welcome to KDH Counseling where we celebrate diversity in all its forms - neurodiversity, multicultural diversity, religious diversity, dealing with anxiety, obsessive thinking, compulsive behaviors, traumatic events, phobias, and depression. Our clinic is a sanctuary, carefully designed to delve into the depths of your inner world. Our evidenced based approaches combines goal-directed skills-building, trauma processing, strength building, and exposure work. It's not just about feeling better; it's about leading a truly authentic and fulfilling life.
(337) 329-8900 View (337) 329-8900
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OM Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, LA 70508
I am a licensed professional counselor with a background working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I have experience working with people struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anger management, codependency, and low self-esteem. I have worked with families with divorce and help with parenting. I am certified in Trauma Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Hypnotherapy. If you or your children find it challenging to adjust to changes in life, I might be able to help. My approach is Eclectic, as I believe is compatibility of theory with personality.
I am a licensed professional counselor with a background working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I have experience working with people struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anger management, codependency, and low self-esteem. I have worked with families with divorce and help with parenting. I am certified in Trauma Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Hypnotherapy. If you or your children find it challenging to adjust to changes in life, I might be able to help. My approach is Eclectic, as I believe is compatibility of theory with personality.
(337) 415-0689 View (337) 415-0689
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Marissa Pitt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
I provide individual, couple, and family sessions! I practice from a systems and experiential perspective to add unique and innovative guidance in your therapeutic journey! I have experience in working with OCD, trauma, divorce, addiction, life transitions, anxiety, grief, parenting, and play/art therapy.
Hi everyone! I am passionate about being the support someone needs to find their voice when it comes to their self-awareness and expression. As your therapist, I strive to make your journey individualistic, creative, and beneficial to your life and healing! I want to provide you with a space to be able to express yourself freely and have the comfortability to explore your vulnerabilities in an expressive and unique way. Exploring new perspectives can be an uncomfortable thing to do alone. I am here to be that guidance and support that you need to take that next step and to help you find the healing that you need.
I provide individual, couple, and family sessions! I practice from a systems and experiential perspective to add unique and innovative guidance in your therapeutic journey! I have experience in working with OCD, trauma, divorce, addiction, life transitions, anxiety, grief, parenting, and play/art therapy.
Hi everyone! I am passionate about being the support someone needs to find their voice when it comes to their self-awareness and expression. As your therapist, I strive to make your journey individualistic, creative, and beneficial to your life and healing! I want to provide you with a space to be able to express yourself freely and have the comfortability to explore your vulnerabilities in an expressive and unique way. Exploring new perspectives can be an uncomfortable thing to do alone. I am here to be that guidance and support that you need to take that next step and to help you find the healing that you need.
(337) 317-5087 View (337) 317-5087
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Evan Broussard Acadian Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, LA 70508
Everyone goes through life experiencing trials and hardships, but that does not mean your experiences and feelings are less important or that you should go through it alone. Are you ready to explore these experiences and feelings and to make positive lifelong changes in the process? As your counselor, we can work together to get you where you want to be in life. My focus is on anxiety (generalized, social, panic) depression (major, persistent), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and trauma (early childhood, physical/sexual abuse, grief, acute, chronic, complex, PTSD).
Everyone goes through life experiencing trials and hardships, but that does not mean your experiences and feelings are less important or that you should go through it alone. Are you ready to explore these experiences and feelings and to make positive lifelong changes in the process? As your counselor, we can work together to get you where you want to be in life. My focus is on anxiety (generalized, social, panic) depression (major, persistent), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and trauma (early childhood, physical/sexual abuse, grief, acute, chronic, complex, PTSD).
(337) 202-8173 View (337) 202-8173
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Ashley Rush
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
Using ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), I work to empower motivated clients seeking specialized and goal-oriented therapy for anxiety, perfectionism, overthinking, & OCD.
It can be challenging to feel beaten down and struggle with scary, intrusive, and unwanted repetitive distressing thoughts. You may feel compelled to ask for repeated reassurance, perform behaviors multiple times or in a certain way, mentally review or check excessively, or even avoid people or situations you care about due to your fear and anxiety. You may have tried talk therapy before, but haven’t seen the results you are looking for, and want to feel more flexible and less rigid about your behaviors. You want to live a life that feels important to you, and are ready to do the work to get there.
Using ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), I work to empower motivated clients seeking specialized and goal-oriented therapy for anxiety, perfectionism, overthinking, & OCD.
It can be challenging to feel beaten down and struggle with scary, intrusive, and unwanted repetitive distressing thoughts. You may feel compelled to ask for repeated reassurance, perform behaviors multiple times or in a certain way, mentally review or check excessively, or even avoid people or situations you care about due to your fear and anxiety. You may have tried talk therapy before, but haven’t seen the results you are looking for, and want to feel more flexible and less rigid about your behaviors. You want to live a life that feels important to you, and are ready to do the work to get there.
(337) 242-7584 View (337) 242-7584
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Jackie Hidalgo -Lotus Counseling And Wellness
Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
I have specialized training in EMDR, Cognitive Based Therapy for PTSD, OCD and Play Therapy.
Welcome! I am passionate about helping people achieve a healthier level of well-being. My counseling style is respectful, supportive, and engaging. I work with adults, and couples. I offer therapy through my office, phone, and video chat. My areas of focus are in Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, OCD, Self Esteem, and Trauma.
I have specialized training in EMDR, Cognitive Based Therapy for PTSD, OCD and Play Therapy.
Welcome! I am passionate about helping people achieve a healthier level of well-being. My counseling style is respectful, supportive, and engaging. I work with adults, and couples. I offer therapy through my office, phone, and video chat. My areas of focus are in Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, OCD, Self Esteem, and Trauma.
(337) 427-3772 View (337) 427-3772
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Dillon Guillot
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFC, LPC, CSAT, CMAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70503
Hello! I am deeply passionate about helping people heal from trauma, addiction (porn addiction, sex addiction, sexual shame and trauma), financial/work disorders, infidelity, abuse/neglect, PTSD, OCD, anxiety, and depression. I believe that understanding and processing the roots of your trauma, which led to unhealthy and unwanted patterns, allows for holistic healing. This involves healing in four core areas: emotional, spiritual, physical, and relational. My hope is to help you reconnect with your heart, God, and with those whom you love the most.
Hello! I am deeply passionate about helping people heal from trauma, addiction (porn addiction, sex addiction, sexual shame and trauma), financial/work disorders, infidelity, abuse/neglect, PTSD, OCD, anxiety, and depression. I believe that understanding and processing the roots of your trauma, which led to unhealthy and unwanted patterns, allows for holistic healing. This involves healing in four core areas: emotional, spiritual, physical, and relational. My hope is to help you reconnect with your heart, God, and with those whom you love the most.
(337) 307-4470 View (337) 307-4470
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Marielle Babb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, LA 70503
When you're feeling overwhelmed and tired from endless worrying or obsessive thought cycles, you find yourself avoiding more, overthinking more, and trying to prevent or predict anything that can go wrong. People tell you to "just relax" or that "there's nothing to worry about", but if it were that easy, you would have already done that. You begin to feel depressed, miserable, and stuck. It seems like you’ve tried everything, but nothing seems to work, at least not for very long.
When you're feeling overwhelmed and tired from endless worrying or obsessive thought cycles, you find yourself avoiding more, overthinking more, and trying to prevent or predict anything that can go wrong. People tell you to "just relax" or that "there's nothing to worry about", but if it were that easy, you would have already done that. You begin to feel depressed, miserable, and stuck. It seems like you’ve tried everything, but nothing seems to work, at least not for very long.
(337) 252-2407 View (337) 252-2407
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Shawn Campbell Joseph
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
My specialty areas include: Depression Anxiety and Phobias Relationship Difficulties Life Transitions Difficulties with Self-Esteem Cosmetic Surgery Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Professional/Career Issues Medical and Health Concerns Gender Roles Grief Loss Marriage & Family Issues Stress Management ADHD .
As CEO/Owner of Gordon and Gordon Counseling LLC, the focus of my private practice is to incorporate a healthy perspective of one's mental health. Helping clients maneuver through daily challenges and identifing triggers will help them use coping skills to reduce stressors.
My specialty areas include: Depression Anxiety and Phobias Relationship Difficulties Life Transitions Difficulties with Self-Esteem Cosmetic Surgery Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Professional/Career Issues Medical and Health Concerns Gender Roles Grief Loss Marriage & Family Issues Stress Management ADHD .
As CEO/Owner of Gordon and Gordon Counseling LLC, the focus of my private practice is to incorporate a healthy perspective of one's mental health. Helping clients maneuver through daily challenges and identifing triggers will help them use coping skills to reduce stressors.
(225) 396-4828 View (225) 396-4828

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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists

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.