Photo of Harold Leonard, Licensed Professional Counselor in Kingsport, TN
Harold Leonard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37660
The clients I work with range in age from 14 and up. They have many different stories but some things in common. They all want someone who will listen and understand them. Together we can get through anything.
The clients I work with range in age from 14 and up. They have many different stories but some things in common. They all want someone who will listen and understand them. Together we can get through anything.
(423) 781-0081 View (423) 781-0081
Photo of Brent Metcalf, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Kingsport, TN
Brent Metcalf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37663
Are you going through a life transition, experiencing stress, and have feelings of anxiety or depression? Or do you struggle with an addiction? Life can be tough and the stress can be difficult deal with. It is not uncommon for this to make us feel isolated, alone, downhearted, and distressed. Imagine if you didn't have to feel this way. It can be a challenge, but people can feel healthy, happy, and "better".
Are you going through a life transition, experiencing stress, and have feelings of anxiety or depression? Or do you struggle with an addiction? Life can be tough and the stress can be difficult deal with. It is not uncommon for this to make us feel isolated, alone, downhearted, and distressed. Imagine if you didn't have to feel this way. It can be a challenge, but people can feel healthy, happy, and "better".
(423) 564-5994 View (423) 564-5994
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Sara Carico-Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37660
Waitlist for new clients
There is a reason we do the things that we do and feel the way that we feel. All mental health issues are caused by us surviving and navigating this world to the best of our abilities given all the obstacles that can get in the way. Therapy is a science and an art. In better understanding the science and the question of “why” we do the things that we do can be a powerful tool in starting your healing journey. Once having this level of insight, therapy aims to not only heal you in the present but heal the deeper underlying issues that have caused things to get to this point.
There is a reason we do the things that we do and feel the way that we feel. All mental health issues are caused by us surviving and navigating this world to the best of our abilities given all the obstacles that can get in the way. Therapy is a science and an art. In better understanding the science and the question of “why” we do the things that we do can be a powerful tool in starting your healing journey. Once having this level of insight, therapy aims to not only heal you in the present but heal the deeper underlying issues that have caused things to get to this point.
(423) 482-8324 View (423) 482-8324
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Cindy Griffith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, CSAT, Author, Speaker
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37660
Cindy believes humans are physical, mental, emotional, sexual and spiritual beings thus the goal of therapy is to obtain health in all areas of one's being. I believe a client takes the first step to healing as soon as the counseling appointment is made. It's a privilege to observe transformation in a client on the road to hope and healing by focusing on the strengths from within the client. It is exciting to watch a couple go from the brink of divorce to a marriage better than ever.
Cindy believes humans are physical, mental, emotional, sexual and spiritual beings thus the goal of therapy is to obtain health in all areas of one's being. I believe a client takes the first step to healing as soon as the counseling appointment is made. It's a privilege to observe transformation in a client on the road to hope and healing by focusing on the strengths from within the client. It is exciting to watch a couple go from the brink of divorce to a marriage better than ever.
(276) 300-4422 View (276) 300-4422
Photo of Linda Steele, Marriage & Family Therapist in Kingsport, TN
Linda Steele
Marriage & Family Therapist, MLS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kingsport, TN 37660  (Online Only)
Do you find yourself wondering why you're where you are in life...what brought you to this point? What is the meaning of this crisis in my life? Is there a purpose for my life? My approach to therapy is founded in Carl Jung's Depth Psychology and is useful for all life's problems that come our way - depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief, relationships, career and aging as well as for reflection and personal growth. Together we can find the answers to these questions. My approach is holistic, warm, client centered and non judgmental.
Do you find yourself wondering why you're where you are in life...what brought you to this point? What is the meaning of this crisis in my life? Is there a purpose for my life? My approach to therapy is founded in Carl Jung's Depth Psychology and is useful for all life's problems that come our way - depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief, relationships, career and aging as well as for reflection and personal growth. Together we can find the answers to these questions. My approach is holistic, warm, client centered and non judgmental.
(423) 438-1749 View (423) 438-1749
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The Journey Center for Healing Arts, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCS, FAMI, MT-BC, MHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37660
At The Journey Center for Healing Arts, we are passionate about helping people move beyond their past and into a full, authentic life. Trauma affects us all at some level - surviving physical pain, emotional pain, or spiritual pain - and it can keep us from living the life we want. We want to see you thrive through your healing process instead of continuing to struggle with worry, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, grief, and unhealthy relationships.
At The Journey Center for Healing Arts, we are passionate about helping people move beyond their past and into a full, authentic life. Trauma affects us all at some level - surviving physical pain, emotional pain, or spiritual pain - and it can keep us from living the life we want. We want to see you thrive through your healing process instead of continuing to struggle with worry, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, grief, and unhealthy relationships.
(423) 408-8041 View (423) 408-8041
Photo of Emmanuel S John, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Kingsport, TN
Emmanuel S John
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kingsport, TN 37660
My name is Emmanuel S. John. I am a Psychotherapist/counselor and author in the Tri-Cities area of TN. I've been working with individuals, couples and families for more than 30 years. I help people with personal emotional struggles of all kinds; Anxiety, Addiction, Depression, Grief, Trauma and PTSD just to name a few. I have a proven track record and you will see results after every session. I can help but not until you call. I am taking new clients. Cash services, insurance is not necessary. Invest the effort, you're worth it! (Ever consider online therapy? Let's talk.)
My name is Emmanuel S. John. I am a Psychotherapist/counselor and author in the Tri-Cities area of TN. I've been working with individuals, couples and families for more than 30 years. I help people with personal emotional struggles of all kinds; Anxiety, Addiction, Depression, Grief, Trauma and PTSD just to name a few. I have a proven track record and you will see results after every session. I can help but not until you call. I am taking new clients. Cash services, insurance is not necessary. Invest the effort, you're worth it! (Ever consider online therapy? Let's talk.)
(423) 302-0338 View (423) 302-0338
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CSN Counseling and Consultation, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCMHSP, S, LMHC, MPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37660
At CSN Counseling, Your better tomorrows can start today. If you are struggling with feeling "sucked into the stuckness", overwhelmed with the stress of balancing family and work, needing support while confirming your gender identity and sexuality, intimacy and sexual difficulties, or attempting to work through the lingering effects of previous trauma and/or abuse, then I would be honored to sit with you and listen to your story. We can work together to help you gain perspective and insight, while helping you to move through traumas, transitions, and stressors into a healthier and more productive life.
At CSN Counseling, Your better tomorrows can start today. If you are struggling with feeling "sucked into the stuckness", overwhelmed with the stress of balancing family and work, needing support while confirming your gender identity and sexuality, intimacy and sexual difficulties, or attempting to work through the lingering effects of previous trauma and/or abuse, then I would be honored to sit with you and listen to your story. We can work together to help you gain perspective and insight, while helping you to move through traumas, transitions, and stressors into a healthier and more productive life.
(423) 205-5766 View (423) 205-5766
Photo of Catherine (Catie) Cotter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Kingsport, TN
Catherine (Catie) Cotter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37660
Catie Cotter holds a license in clinical social work in the state of Virginia. She received her Master of Social Work from Radford University, and Bachelor of Social Work from King University. Catie enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults. Catie has experience working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and grief, as well as substance abuse issues (both individually and in group setting). Catie has a special interest in working with trauma related issues and often utilizes EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) to assist with this. Catie uses an integrative therapeutic approach
Catie Cotter holds a license in clinical social work in the state of Virginia. She received her Master of Social Work from Radford University, and Bachelor of Social Work from King University. Catie enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults. Catie has experience working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and grief, as well as substance abuse issues (both individually and in group setting). Catie has a special interest in working with trauma related issues and often utilizes EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) to assist with this. Catie uses an integrative therapeutic approach
(855) 296-4378 View (855) 296-4378
Photo of Kody Hodge, Licensed Professional Counselor in Kingsport, TN
Kody Hodge
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHSP, Temp
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37660
Accepting New Clients! Hello! My name is Kody Hodge and I am here to help! As a mental health counselor, it is my goal to provide a safe & compassionate environment where clients of all ages in East Tennessee and online can be encouraged with helpful assistance as they navigate the difficulties of life. I am here the help no matter what you are going through, whether depression, anxiety or life struggles from grief, divorce, or parenting confusion. I also help teens who are experiencing difficulties with learning variations or performance anxieties. Schedule your intake now by clicking the website button to the left.
Accepting New Clients! Hello! My name is Kody Hodge and I am here to help! As a mental health counselor, it is my goal to provide a safe & compassionate environment where clients of all ages in East Tennessee and online can be encouraged with helpful assistance as they navigate the difficulties of life. I am here the help no matter what you are going through, whether depression, anxiety or life struggles from grief, divorce, or parenting confusion. I also help teens who are experiencing difficulties with learning variations or performance anxieties. Schedule your intake now by clicking the website button to the left.
(423) 556-6020 View (423) 556-6020
Photo of Hilary Musgrove, Licensed Professional Counselor in Kingsport, TN
Hilary Musgrove
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37664
Not accepting new clients
With a particular interest in social skills, Hilary specializes in working with obsessive compulsive disorder, individuals on the autism spectrum, and anxiety.
Life can be a lot. Between work, school, finances, pandemics, financial crisis... I could go on, and on. Some of us are also dealing with debilitating anxiety, depression, and health issues. Many people are seeing the effects in their relationships, their work, and their spiritual life. Now more than ever, it's important to have a sounding board. The old ways of navigating through life might need to be adjusted. You want things to be different, but you're not sure how. You're ready to change, you just need some guidance to find your way.
With a particular interest in social skills, Hilary specializes in working with obsessive compulsive disorder, individuals on the autism spectrum, and anxiety.
Life can be a lot. Between work, school, finances, pandemics, financial crisis... I could go on, and on. Some of us are also dealing with debilitating anxiety, depression, and health issues. Many people are seeing the effects in their relationships, their work, and their spiritual life. Now more than ever, it's important to have a sounding board. The old ways of navigating through life might need to be adjusted. You want things to be different, but you're not sure how. You're ready to change, you just need some guidance to find your way.
(276) 859-5693 View (276) 859-5693

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of David Sapp, Licensed Professional Counselor in Kingsport, TN
David Sapp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, LSPE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37615
David Sapp is Licensed in the State of Tennessee as a Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Senior Psychological Examiner (LSPE). David relocated to Tennessee after growing up in New York. He received his undergraduate degree in Psychology from Milligan University and his Masters of Education in Counseling from East Tennessee State University. He has worked for 35 years as a Professional Counselor in East Tennessee in a variety of settings including outpatient counseling as well as schools, nursing homes, hospitals, and jails. In addition, David has been an adjunct instructor at Milligan University.
David Sapp is Licensed in the State of Tennessee as a Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Senior Psychological Examiner (LSPE). David relocated to Tennessee after growing up in New York. He received his undergraduate degree in Psychology from Milligan University and his Masters of Education in Counseling from East Tennessee State University. He has worked for 35 years as a Professional Counselor in East Tennessee in a variety of settings including outpatient counseling as well as schools, nursing homes, hospitals, and jails. In addition, David has been an adjunct instructor at Milligan University.
(423) 556-3788 View (423) 556-3788
Photo of Hunter Cook, Licensed Professional Counselor in Kingsport, TN
Hunter Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37615
Hunter has worked in a variety of settings including inpatient mental health, adolescent residential, community mental health, as well as providing services to youth in the juvenile justice system. He makes it a priority to work with his client’s to bring out their innate strengths in order to improve their lives. He does so by encouraging acceptance of their current life situation and working towards living in a manner more consistent with the client’s deeply held values of what is important to them.
Hunter has worked in a variety of settings including inpatient mental health, adolescent residential, community mental health, as well as providing services to youth in the juvenile justice system. He makes it a priority to work with his client’s to bring out their innate strengths in order to improve their lives. He does so by encouraging acceptance of their current life situation and working towards living in a manner more consistent with the client’s deeply held values of what is important to them.
(423) 556-9116 View (423) 556-9116

Online Therapists

Photo of Gail E. Gnade, Psychologist in Kingsport, TN
Gail E. Gnade
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37923
Welcome! It is my privilege to meet with others as they seek to address issues that get in the way of living a full and meaningful life. Symptoms of distress that we can address include the following: Interpersonal Difficulties, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Addictions, Panic Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex/Developmental Trauma, Personality Disorders, and other Disorders of Emotional and Behavioral Regulation (e.g. Eating Disorders, Substance Abuse). Collaborative, compassionate and integrated care is my intention. I am a Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) Provider as well.
Welcome! It is my privilege to meet with others as they seek to address issues that get in the way of living a full and meaningful life. Symptoms of distress that we can address include the following: Interpersonal Difficulties, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Addictions, Panic Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex/Developmental Trauma, Personality Disorders, and other Disorders of Emotional and Behavioral Regulation (e.g. Eating Disorders, Substance Abuse). Collaborative, compassionate and integrated care is my intention. I am a Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) Provider as well.
(865) 290-2940 View (865) 290-2940
Photo of Marsha Litton-Baker, Licensed Professional Counselor in Kingsport, TN
Marsha Litton-Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, CTRS, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Blountville, TN 37617  (Online Only)
Areas of expertise and focus: Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, OCD, Parenting, Infertility, caregiver fatigue, and PTSD.
Have you ever been told when life gives you lemons make lemonade? Well, like most people unless you have a plan or a “recipe” then it is difficult to know where to start. I want to help you with tools and techniques to create your own “recipe” for the current journey you are on. First and foremost, I want to commend you for taking the first steps toward seeking treatment with finding a therapist. It took a lot of courage and inner strength to know your emotional health is the key ingredient to your “recipe” for balance in life.
Areas of expertise and focus: Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, OCD, Parenting, Infertility, caregiver fatigue, and PTSD.
Have you ever been told when life gives you lemons make lemonade? Well, like most people unless you have a plan or a “recipe” then it is difficult to know where to start. I want to help you with tools and techniques to create your own “recipe” for the current journey you are on. First and foremost, I want to commend you for taking the first steps toward seeking treatment with finding a therapist. It took a lot of courage and inner strength to know your emotional health is the key ingredient to your “recipe” for balance in life.
(423) 250-1359 View (423) 250-1359
Photo of Kristen Woods, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Kingsport, TN
Kristen Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37931  (Online Only)
My methodology is rooted in mindfulness and existential psychotherapy, however I also draw from cognitive behavioral therapies. My most recent work, prior to private practice, centered on providing individualized therapy and attachment-focused parenting skills to foster parents. This work informs a trauma-informed perspective I incorporate with all of my clients. Additional areas of specialization include: dissociation, Illness Anxiety Disorder/Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, as well as sex, intimacy, and relationships.
My methodology is rooted in mindfulness and existential psychotherapy, however I also draw from cognitive behavioral therapies. My most recent work, prior to private practice, centered on providing individualized therapy and attachment-focused parenting skills to foster parents. This work informs a trauma-informed perspective I incorporate with all of my clients. Additional areas of specialization include: dissociation, Illness Anxiety Disorder/Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, as well as sex, intimacy, and relationships.
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Photo of Sabrina Peterson, Licensed Professional Counselor in Kingsport, TN
Sabrina Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37923
I work with both adults and adolescents with a wide variety of mental health challenges including acute and complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety and panic disorders, depression, Anger, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Addiction, and Schizoaffective Disorder.
Welcome to my practice! You inspire me! It takes a great deal of courage to reach out and ask for help and I admire that! Sometimes our expected life path shifts and it can feel extremely overwhelming to find our footing and get back on track to living the life we deserve. My blended therapeutic approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness can help you do just that. I strongly believe that in order to make meaningful changes in our lives, we have to get to the core beliefs (both about the self and about the world we live in) that are driving our behaviors.
I work with both adults and adolescents with a wide variety of mental health challenges including acute and complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety and panic disorders, depression, Anger, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Addiction, and Schizoaffective Disorder.
Welcome to my practice! You inspire me! It takes a great deal of courage to reach out and ask for help and I admire that! Sometimes our expected life path shifts and it can feel extremely overwhelming to find our footing and get back on track to living the life we deserve. My blended therapeutic approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness can help you do just that. I strongly believe that in order to make meaningful changes in our lives, we have to get to the core beliefs (both about the self and about the world we live in) that are driving our behaviors.
(865) 737-2887 View (865) 737-2887
Photo of Aaron Free, Licensed Professional Counselor in Kingsport, TN
Aaron Free
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37601
I have assisted clients in navigating triggers, relational discomfort, anxiety, grief, depression, compulsions (OCD), body dysmorphia, gender related experiences, and many other experiences.
I am a counselor that values the depth of human relationships. I use a variety of therapeutic interventions that can be summarized as somatic and attachment focused, relational, and mindful. All of these interventions are built off of the idea of present moment awareness. This means that I use each moment as potential for awareness into your inner experience. I spend time assisting each client in expanding their window of tolerance for discomfort as well as developing tools and techniques for structural changes. I am experienced working with general mental health concerns as well as what people identify as trauma and PTSD.
I have assisted clients in navigating triggers, relational discomfort, anxiety, grief, depression, compulsions (OCD), body dysmorphia, gender related experiences, and many other experiences.
I am a counselor that values the depth of human relationships. I use a variety of therapeutic interventions that can be summarized as somatic and attachment focused, relational, and mindful. All of these interventions are built off of the idea of present moment awareness. This means that I use each moment as potential for awareness into your inner experience. I spend time assisting each client in expanding their window of tolerance for discomfort as well as developing tools and techniques for structural changes. I am experienced working with general mental health concerns as well as what people identify as trauma and PTSD.
(423) 353-9040 View (423) 353-9040
Photo of Carrie Bock, Counselor in Kingsport, TN
Carrie Bock
Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37931
I also host a podcast called Hope for Anxiety and OCD.
Are you tired of fighting internally? You don't have to be stuck in worry, obsessions, uncomfortable body sensations, traumatic memories, or shame anymore. I have 15 years of watching clients transform their lives, so I know it's possible for you too. We will go deeper, getting to the root of the issue, so you can obtain the kind of relief you never imagined. Often talking alone will not get you there because your nervous system holds the keys to unlocking automatic responses. By making mind, emotion, and body connections together, we will work on getting you unstuck. Looking to heal faster? Ask me about intensive sessions.
I also host a podcast called Hope for Anxiety and OCD.
Are you tired of fighting internally? You don't have to be stuck in worry, obsessions, uncomfortable body sensations, traumatic memories, or shame anymore. I have 15 years of watching clients transform their lives, so I know it's possible for you too. We will go deeper, getting to the root of the issue, so you can obtain the kind of relief you never imagined. Often talking alone will not get you there because your nervous system holds the keys to unlocking automatic responses. By making mind, emotion, and body connections together, we will work on getting you unstuck. Looking to heal faster? Ask me about intensive sessions.
(615) 933-2628 View (615) 933-2628
Photo of Anna Catherine Kill, Pre-Licensed Professional in Kingsport, TN
Anna Catherine Kill
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC(t), NCC
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37919
My clinical experience and personal journey inform treatment specialties in anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, family and relational trauma, adolescent issues, and parts work.
Hello! I’m Anna Catherine, and my ultimate goal is to support you in overcoming emotional obstacles, harmful cognitions, and painful experiences. I prioritize creating a safe space for my clients through an empathetic and adaptive therapeutic relationship, meeting you right where you are in your healing journey and honoring your unique mind, body, and spirit. I approach my clients with curiosity, celebrate their strengths, and highlight their resiliencies as they pursue their growth goals. I welcome clients of all social and cultural backgrounds.
My clinical experience and personal journey inform treatment specialties in anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, family and relational trauma, adolescent issues, and parts work.
Hello! I’m Anna Catherine, and my ultimate goal is to support you in overcoming emotional obstacles, harmful cognitions, and painful experiences. I prioritize creating a safe space for my clients through an empathetic and adaptive therapeutic relationship, meeting you right where you are in your healing journey and honoring your unique mind, body, and spirit. I approach my clients with curiosity, celebrate their strengths, and highlight their resiliencies as they pursue their growth goals. I welcome clients of all social and cultural backgrounds.
(865) 737-1902 View (865) 737-1902

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.