Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in New York, NY

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Kristen Roman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
Tired of getting trapped in worry loops, problematic eating, or relationship patterns that aren’t working for you? Want to make a change in your life, but aren’t sure where to start? If so, I'd love to talk more about how I can help. I’m a NYC-based psychologist and the founder of the group private practice Elevate CBT. I help clients with a range of problems, including anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, difficulty managing emotions, disordered eating/body image concerns, and difficulty navigating the NYC dating scene. Young adults (18+) and college students are an emphasis of my practice.
Tired of getting trapped in worry loops, problematic eating, or relationship patterns that aren’t working for you? Want to make a change in your life, but aren’t sure where to start? If so, I'd love to talk more about how I can help. I’m a NYC-based psychologist and the founder of the group private practice Elevate CBT. I help clients with a range of problems, including anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, difficulty managing emotions, disordered eating/body image concerns, and difficulty navigating the NYC dating scene. Young adults (18+) and college students are an emphasis of my practice.
(646) 760-2778 View (646) 760-2778
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Diana Ferrer
Counselor, MA, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Do you feel you’ve lost a sense of meaning, direction, or purpose in your life? Are you held back by anxiety, depression, addiction, past trauma or fears of rejection and abandonment? I can help you gain awareness into your patterns of thinking, feeling, behaving, and communicating that create obstacles to a fulfilling life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, depression, substance use, stress related to relationships, or career or family issues, my aim is to help you uncover resources within yourself, as well as give you tools that will assist you in achieving the changes you desire.
Do you feel you’ve lost a sense of meaning, direction, or purpose in your life? Are you held back by anxiety, depression, addiction, past trauma or fears of rejection and abandonment? I can help you gain awareness into your patterns of thinking, feeling, behaving, and communicating that create obstacles to a fulfilling life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, depression, substance use, stress related to relationships, or career or family issues, my aim is to help you uncover resources within yourself, as well as give you tools that will assist you in achieving the changes you desire.
(646) 832-2568 View (646) 832-2568
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Caryn Sherbet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10017
I'm a trans nonbinary therapist who specializes in helping clients navigate OCD, anxiety, and sexual trauma (and often the intersection of all three). I help clients understand that anxiety is not actually an emotion, but a way of avoiding bigger, more unpleasant feelings bubbling beneath the surface. Much of my work consists of helping folks process their grief at the existential nightmare that is the world we live in. Using mind-body therapies like IFS and ERP, I teach clients how to get in touch with these Big Feelings without being swallowed by them.
I'm a trans nonbinary therapist who specializes in helping clients navigate OCD, anxiety, and sexual trauma (and often the intersection of all three). I help clients understand that anxiety is not actually an emotion, but a way of avoiding bigger, more unpleasant feelings bubbling beneath the surface. Much of my work consists of helping folks process their grief at the existential nightmare that is the world we live in. Using mind-body therapies like IFS and ERP, I teach clients how to get in touch with these Big Feelings without being swallowed by them.
(646) 699-4962 View (646) 699-4962
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Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10012
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
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Winnie Leung
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
I have specialized training in OCD, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
I have extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), an evidence based approach to treating overwhelming emotions, like anxiety and depression, that can hold us back in life. I work with adolescents, young adults and adults. My practice specializes in treating anxiety disorders, obsessions and compulsions, trauma, depression and relationship difficulties. My approach is to help you explore and modify behaviors and thought patterns that are hindering your personal growth. I will work with you to develop practical coping strategies you can use to feel better and live your life with more freedom.
I have specialized training in OCD, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
I have extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), an evidence based approach to treating overwhelming emotions, like anxiety and depression, that can hold us back in life. I work with adolescents, young adults and adults. My practice specializes in treating anxiety disorders, obsessions and compulsions, trauma, depression and relationship difficulties. My approach is to help you explore and modify behaviors and thought patterns that are hindering your personal growth. I will work with you to develop practical coping strategies you can use to feel better and live your life with more freedom.
(347) 960-2116 View (347) 960-2116
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Leon Garber
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
My practice consists of helping my clients become more effective actors in their lives. In the service of these goals, I teach them how to become better critical thinkers, (working together on creating healthy beliefs about themselves, others, and their environments), providing the mental tools required for emotional regulation and a fulfilling life. Additionally, we work together on understanding the past and present sources of troublesome behaviors and reducing them; this approach is called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. And, I specialize in a form of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), used to treat OCD.
My practice consists of helping my clients become more effective actors in their lives. In the service of these goals, I teach them how to become better critical thinkers, (working together on creating healthy beliefs about themselves, others, and their environments), providing the mental tools required for emotional regulation and a fulfilling life. Additionally, we work together on understanding the past and present sources of troublesome behaviors and reducing them; this approach is called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. And, I specialize in a form of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), used to treat OCD.
(332) 334-8950 View (332) 334-8950
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Tori Maidenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
Tori has extensive training in a diverse range of therapeutic modalities proven to be highly effective, including DBT, CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy. She was a fellow in Columbia University’s DBT Training Program and trained by the renowned Behavioral Tech Institute. Working with adolescents through adulthood, Tori has cultivated a wealth of experience and expertise in addressing a wide range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. Her focus lies in the treatment of emotional and interpersonal dysregulation, OCD, anxiety-related disorders, social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and couples/family issues.
Tori has extensive training in a diverse range of therapeutic modalities proven to be highly effective, including DBT, CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy. She was a fellow in Columbia University’s DBT Training Program and trained by the renowned Behavioral Tech Institute. Working with adolescents through adulthood, Tori has cultivated a wealth of experience and expertise in addressing a wide range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. Her focus lies in the treatment of emotional and interpersonal dysregulation, OCD, anxiety-related disorders, social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and couples/family issues.
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Danny Ruiz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
I have experience working with clients suffering with a wide range of issues including: OCD, Depression, Anxiety, trauma, and more.
By visiting this site, you’ve taken a brave and bold step towards feeling better. You might feel paralyzed with fear, guilt, or sadness; maybe you’re dealing with constant ruminating thoughts, or maybe you’re going through a difficult transition. Regardless, I’m on your team, and I’m here to help. You can expect me to approach therapy in a collaborative and YOU centered way. This means we’re partners in your treatment. We’ll work together to learn what’s wrong, create goals, and to move you towards feeling better.
I have experience working with clients suffering with a wide range of issues including: OCD, Depression, Anxiety, trauma, and more.
By visiting this site, you’ve taken a brave and bold step towards feeling better. You might feel paralyzed with fear, guilt, or sadness; maybe you’re dealing with constant ruminating thoughts, or maybe you’re going through a difficult transition. Regardless, I’m on your team, and I’m here to help. You can expect me to approach therapy in a collaborative and YOU centered way. This means we’re partners in your treatment. We’ll work together to learn what’s wrong, create goals, and to move you towards feeling better.
(646) 362-2103 View (646) 362-2103
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Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10165
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
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Michelle Feder
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
I have expertise in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, and unhelpful perfectionism, using a combination of evidence-based modalities, including ERP, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and CBT.
Experiencing aversive, unwanted thoughts and worries can be a scary and lonely experience. Attempts at trying to get rid of these thoughts can lead to further suffering and negatively impact relationships, jobs, and enjoyment of daily life. If you struggle with these types of thoughts or behaviors, you may long for compassionate support, helpful strategies for managing your thoughts, and a clear plan for how to implement more effective behaviors. I am committed to collaborating with you to achieve your goals and empowering you with skills for responding to painful thoughts and feelings.
I have expertise in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, and unhelpful perfectionism, using a combination of evidence-based modalities, including ERP, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and CBT.
Experiencing aversive, unwanted thoughts and worries can be a scary and lonely experience. Attempts at trying to get rid of these thoughts can lead to further suffering and negatively impact relationships, jobs, and enjoyment of daily life. If you struggle with these types of thoughts or behaviors, you may long for compassionate support, helpful strategies for managing your thoughts, and a clear plan for how to implement more effective behaviors. I am committed to collaborating with you to achieve your goals and empowering you with skills for responding to painful thoughts and feelings.
(332) 244-0514 View (332) 244-0514
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Angela Kerrigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I help people navigate perfectionism, OCD, and anxiety disorders. Whether you're living with intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, or habits that make you feel stuck, therapy is a great place to start getting your life back.
I help people navigate perfectionism, OCD, and anxiety disorders. Whether you're living with intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, or habits that make you feel stuck, therapy is a great place to start getting your life back.
(347) 652-2302 View (347) 652-2302
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Yonatan Sobin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10004
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders of all kinds, such as OCD, specific phobias, social anxiety, and panic disorder, and am skilled in providing care for ADHD.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), or science-talk for "let's look at unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and get you more helpful ones." I have worked in private practice for several years and have trained on both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric units. I received my doctoral degree from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology in June of 2016.
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders of all kinds, such as OCD, specific phobias, social anxiety, and panic disorder, and am skilled in providing care for ADHD.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), or science-talk for "let's look at unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and get you more helpful ones." I have worked in private practice for several years and have trained on both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric units. I received my doctoral degree from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology in June of 2016.
(347) 632-9613 View (347) 632-9613
Photo of Elena Katrantzos, Mental Health Counselor in New York, NY
Elena Katrantzos
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10028
My specialties are OCD, pure-O type, including perinatal OCD, anxiety, and panic attacks.
Do you experience anxious feelings and thoughts that you cannot seem to get rid of? Are you avoiding people, places, and things you love the most? You are a new mom and feel stressed, overwhelmed, and worry that things in your life will not change. Are you stuck in what feels like a repetitive spiral of thoughts and behaviors? I help people like you claim their life back. My practice will help you explore and implement coping strategies to help you achieve the relief you are looking for.
My specialties are OCD, pure-O type, including perinatal OCD, anxiety, and panic attacks.
Do you experience anxious feelings and thoughts that you cannot seem to get rid of? Are you avoiding people, places, and things you love the most? You are a new mom and feel stressed, overwhelmed, and worry that things in your life will not change. Are you stuck in what feels like a repetitive spiral of thoughts and behaviors? I help people like you claim their life back. My practice will help you explore and implement coping strategies to help you achieve the relief you are looking for.
(929) 297-8316 View (929) 297-8316
Photo of Jason Duncan, Psychologist in New York, NY
Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
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Magdalena Buczek
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
She also utilizes Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for the treatment of OCD.
Dr. Magdalena Buczek is a New York State Licensed Psychologist specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for children, adolescents, parents, and young adults. She takes a compassionate and collaborative approach in helping clients identify and achieve their emotional and behavioral goals.
She also utilizes Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for the treatment of OCD.
Dr. Magdalena Buczek is a New York State Licensed Psychologist specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for children, adolescents, parents, and young adults. She takes a compassionate and collaborative approach in helping clients identify and achieve their emotional and behavioral goals.
(929) 368-4096 View (929) 368-4096
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Jillian Singer
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10007
I often work with young and mid-life adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, emotional dysregulation, and impulsivity.
Sometimes we feel stuck, that life has become unmanageable, or that we simply will never find happiness. Please know that I understand. I provide practical, empathetic, non-judgmental psychotherapy grounded in scientific research. My approach is collaborative, and I strive to create a warm, genuine, authentic space where you can come to understand and identify the unhelpful patterns in your life, and choose to make adjustments that clear your path forward.
I often work with young and mid-life adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, emotional dysregulation, and impulsivity.
Sometimes we feel stuck, that life has become unmanageable, or that we simply will never find happiness. Please know that I understand. I provide practical, empathetic, non-judgmental psychotherapy grounded in scientific research. My approach is collaborative, and I strive to create a warm, genuine, authentic space where you can come to understand and identify the unhelpful patterns in your life, and choose to make adjustments that clear your path forward.
(646) 455-3172 View (646) 455-3172
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Andrew Triska, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
Have you struggled to find a therapist who affirms your identity, respects your history, -and- challenges you to face your fears? Whether you’re coping with anxiety or OCD, exploring your gender, or looking to strengthen your relationships, you deserve specialized care with an experienced, queer- and trans-identified, trauma-informed psychotherapist. My practice focuses on anxiety and related disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and hoarding, especially in queer/trans clients and people who have experienced family estrangement.
Have you struggled to find a therapist who affirms your identity, respects your history, -and- challenges you to face your fears? Whether you’re coping with anxiety or OCD, exploring your gender, or looking to strengthen your relationships, you deserve specialized care with an experienced, queer- and trans-identified, trauma-informed psychotherapist. My practice focuses on anxiety and related disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and hoarding, especially in queer/trans clients and people who have experienced family estrangement.
(646) 787-0950 View (646) 787-0950
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Samantha Rogowicz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approaches for treating youth and adults with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, OCD, low mood, self-doubt, stress, perfectionism, and trauma. My goal is to provide treatment that is approachable, evidence-based, and individualized to your needs and goals. I come to the therapy space from a place of openness and compassion with the aim of helping you move toward therapy goals that you identify as most important to you.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approaches for treating youth and adults with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, OCD, low mood, self-doubt, stress, perfectionism, and trauma. My goal is to provide treatment that is approachable, evidence-based, and individualized to your needs and goals. I come to the therapy space from a place of openness and compassion with the aim of helping you move toward therapy goals that you identify as most important to you.
(646) 791-4347 View (646) 791-4347
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Liora Bensoussan
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
I specialize in sex therapy, couples therapy, sexual compulsivity, OCD, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal difficulties, and emerging adulthood.
If you are looking for help, it likely means you've been struggling for quite some time. Whether you are navigating relationship or sexual difficulties, anxiety, trauma, or depression, the experience of being in pain can be an isolating and lonely space. My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, acceptance, and self-exploration to facilitate your pursuit of a life of fulfillment and meaning. I strive to work collaboratively as a team in your journey and see the therapeutic relationship as the most powerful tool to create safety in this process. I am fluent in both English and French.
I specialize in sex therapy, couples therapy, sexual compulsivity, OCD, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal difficulties, and emerging adulthood.
If you are looking for help, it likely means you've been struggling for quite some time. Whether you are navigating relationship or sexual difficulties, anxiety, trauma, or depression, the experience of being in pain can be an isolating and lonely space. My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, acceptance, and self-exploration to facilitate your pursuit of a life of fulfillment and meaning. I strive to work collaboratively as a team in your journey and see the therapeutic relationship as the most powerful tool to create safety in this process. I am fluent in both English and French.
(646) 760-6855 View (646) 760-6855
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Carlos Rivera Villegas
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
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My work is about guiding you in a journey so you can (re)discover what it is you most care about and want to stand for in life. We'll explore helpful and unhelpful patterns in your life made up by emotions, thoughts, behaviors, urges, histories, the contexts in which they occur, and how they are related to others in your life. Based on what you deeply care about and the existing challenges, we develop a plan of action highlighting processes and skills that help you live the life you want and free yourself from suffering. for more, go to NECOANY.org or https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D4ipnpeRa5XBivyTJt1eBMSdPzVA46ql/view?usp=sharing
g, anxiety, depression, OCD, etc.
My work is about guiding you in a journey so you can (re)discover what it is you most care about and want to stand for in life. We'll explore helpful and unhelpful patterns in your life made up by emotions, thoughts, behaviors, urges, histories, the contexts in which they occur, and how they are related to others in your life. Based on what you deeply care about and the existing challenges, we develop a plan of action highlighting processes and skills that help you live the life you want and free yourself from suffering. for more, go to NECOANY.org or https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D4ipnpeRa5XBivyTJt1eBMSdPzVA46ql/view?usp=sharing
(332) 895-7010 View (332) 895-7010
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.