Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Treatment Centers in Mesa, AZ

Photo of Ricky Melton - Coast to Coast Behavioral Health, Treatment Center, SAT-P, MRT, SMART
Coast to Coast Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85205
Coast to Coast offers personalized treatment plans for addiction, substance abuse, mental health, and eating disorders. With a vast network of facilities nationwide, we connect individuals with the best resources. Our treatment placement specialists are available 24/7 to assess your needs and match you with the optimal level of care based on your insurance, specific requirements, and goals. Call Coast to Coast today to begin your recovery journey.
Coast to Coast offers personalized treatment plans for addiction, substance abuse, mental health, and eating disorders. With a vast network of facilities nationwide, we connect individuals with the best resources. Our treatment placement specialists are available 24/7 to assess your needs and match you with the optimal level of care based on your insurance, specific requirements, and goals. Call Coast to Coast today to begin your recovery journey.
(928) 447-7110 View (928) 447-7110
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Lifeline Professional Counseling -Mesa
Treatment Center
Mesa, AZ 85207
We are committed to providing ethical counseling, coaching, and therapy to assist you with the many obstacle’s life brings your way. We are focused on step by step goal designed approaches. Our qualified staff includes bilingual (English/Spanish/Arabic) providers. All of our providers have the training necessary to provide the service they provide. Our leadership team has a range of experience including university educators for student counselors and numerous national credentials. Our clients describe our facility as providing a place where they feel safe. State license outpatient treatment facility. AHCCS and most major insurance accepted.
We are committed to providing ethical counseling, coaching, and therapy to assist you with the many obstacle’s life brings your way. We are focused on step by step goal designed approaches. Our qualified staff includes bilingual (English/Spanish/Arabic) providers. All of our providers have the training necessary to provide the service they provide. Our leadership team has a range of experience including university educators for student counselors and numerous national credentials. Our clients describe our facility as providing a place where they feel safe. State license outpatient treatment facility. AHCCS and most major insurance accepted.
(480) 900-1872 View (480) 900-1872
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Transitions Counseling and Consulting
Treatment Center
Mesa, AZ 85204
At our mental health clinic in Mesa, Arizona, we are committed to providing effective, caring, and high-quality mental health services. We offer in-person and telehealth therapy, medication management, telepsychiatry, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and partial hospitalization programs (PHP). Our work impacts our clients and their families, and we take this responsibility seriously. To ensure the highest quality of care, we voluntarily achieved accreditation from The Joint Commission, a rigorous process usually undertaken by hospitals. We provide a full continuum of outpatient services, allowing clients to work with the same treatment team as their needs evolve, eliminating the need to start over with someone new. Our diverse team supports the entire family—children, teens, and adults—often working with multiple family members simultaneously.
At our mental health clinic in Mesa, Arizona, we are committed to providing effective, caring, and high-quality mental health services. We offer in-person and telehealth therapy, medication management, telepsychiatry, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and partial hospitalization programs (PHP). Our work impacts our clients and their families, and we take this responsibility seriously. To ensure the highest quality of care, we voluntarily achieved accreditation from The Joint Commission, a rigorous process usually undertaken by hospitals. We provide a full continuum of outpatient services, allowing clients to work with the same treatment team as their needs evolve, eliminating the need to start over with someone new. Our diverse team supports the entire family—children, teens, and adults—often working with multiple family members simultaneously.
(602) 962-3546 View (602) 962-3546
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Legacy Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Mesa, AZ 85213
Legacy Recovery Center in Mesa is led by two seasoned psychiatrists, Dr. Roland Segal and Dr. Ehab Abdallah, along with a dedicated team of clinicians committed to whole-person healing. With more than four decades of combined medical experience, our team offers thoughtful, evidence-informed care for individuals facing mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, addiction and complex psychiatric challenges. Here, treatment goes far beyond symptom management. We help you understand the roots of your struggles and guide you toward meaningful, lasting change in an environment built on dignity, connection and respect.
Legacy Recovery Center in Mesa is led by two seasoned psychiatrists, Dr. Roland Segal and Dr. Ehab Abdallah, along with a dedicated team of clinicians committed to whole-person healing. With more than four decades of combined medical experience, our team offers thoughtful, evidence-informed care for individuals facing mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, addiction and complex psychiatric challenges. Here, treatment goes far beyond symptom management. We help you understand the roots of your struggles and guide you toward meaningful, lasting change in an environment built on dignity, connection and respect.
(520) 600-0286 View (520) 600-0286
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Anasazi Outdoor Therapy
Treatment Center
Mesa, AZ 85204
The mission of the non-profit ANASAZI Foundation is to prepare parents and children to turn their hearts to one another, begin anew, and walk in harmony in the wilderness of the world. "At ANASAZI, the children come first. We come second. To free themselves from worldly cares, I counsel our people to 'drop their burdens at the gate' and tend to the needs of the YoungWalkers on the trail. We strive to remind ourselves that the ANASAZI Way is not to change the behavior of the YoungWalker or the Parents, but to provide opportunities for the heart to be touched, so the change can come willingly from the 'one who stands within.' Then the Change of Heart, like clear water, will flow without compulsion." -The One Who Stands Within by "Good Buffalo Eagle", Ezekiel C. Sanchez
The mission of the non-profit ANASAZI Foundation is to prepare parents and children to turn their hearts to one another, begin anew, and walk in harmony in the wilderness of the world. "At ANASAZI, the children come first. We come second. To free themselves from worldly cares, I counsel our people to 'drop their burdens at the gate' and tend to the needs of the YoungWalkers on the trail. We strive to remind ourselves that the ANASAZI Way is not to change the behavior of the YoungWalker or the Parents, but to provide opportunities for the heart to be touched, so the change can come willingly from the 'one who stands within.' Then the Change of Heart, like clear water, will flow without compulsion." -The One Who Stands Within by "Good Buffalo Eagle", Ezekiel C. Sanchez
(480) 405-0776 View (480) 405-0776
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Revive Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Mesa, AZ 85210
At Revive, we put our clients first which allows us to be one of the best places to get treatment and produce better outcomes. We offer various treatment options, group therapy, individual therapy, sound healing, art therapy, music therapy and many other evidenced modalities to help produce transformative results for our clients. With innovative, accessible, and exceptional clinical treatment to heal the mind body and spirit we are great place to heal. Call now to speak with a caring Admissions Representative - (866) 536-8916
At Revive, we put our clients first which allows us to be one of the best places to get treatment and produce better outcomes. We offer various treatment options, group therapy, individual therapy, sound healing, art therapy, music therapy and many other evidenced modalities to help produce transformative results for our clients. With innovative, accessible, and exceptional clinical treatment to heal the mind body and spirit we are great place to heal. Call now to speak with a caring Admissions Representative - (866) 536-8916
(480) 771-7599 View (480) 771-7599
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Lifeline Professional Counseling Services
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85207
No need to look any further! We accept private, commercial, and AHCCCS insurance. We have bilingual (English/Spanish) providers. Whether you are navigating a long term issue such as bipolar or are facing some current life changes we have the providers to help you. We have specialists in young children, adolescents, teens, and adults. We are trauma informed and provide trauma focused therapy. We have exceptional programs for those navigating addictions (drugs, alcohol, gambling, etc). We have medication providers and case managers to help you with all your needs. Approved by most major insurance companies licensed by the state Dept. of Health Services and Nationally certified by Social Current/COA. We are committed to providing ethical evidenced based counseling, to assist you with the many obstacles life brings your way. We are focused on step by step goal designed approaches. All of our providers have the training necessary to provide the service they provide.
No need to look any further! We accept private, commercial, and AHCCCS insurance. We have bilingual (English/Spanish) providers. Whether you are navigating a long term issue such as bipolar or are facing some current life changes we have the providers to help you. We have specialists in young children, adolescents, teens, and adults. We are trauma informed and provide trauma focused therapy. We have exceptional programs for those navigating addictions (drugs, alcohol, gambling, etc). We have medication providers and case managers to help you with all your needs. Approved by most major insurance companies licensed by the state Dept. of Health Services and Nationally certified by Social Current/COA. We are committed to providing ethical evidenced based counseling, to assist you with the many obstacles life brings your way. We are focused on step by step goal designed approaches. All of our providers have the training necessary to provide the service they provide.
(480) 351-6520 View (480) 351-6520
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Embark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Scottsdale, Arizona are designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Scottsdale, Arizona are designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
(623) 343-4814 View (623) 343-4814
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LUCA Counseling and Wellness Center, LLC
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We at LUCA are here to Lift Up Communities In Arizona by providing mental health and support services to guide individuals and families toward healing and a newfound purpose and fulfillment.
We at LUCA are here to Lift Up Communities In Arizona by providing mental health and support services to guide individuals and families toward healing and a newfound purpose and fulfillment.
(480) 573-8142 View (480) 573-8142
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Royal Life Centers Detox
Treatment Center
Serves Area
At Royal Life Detox, we help adults in Prescott and across Arizona who are struggling with alcohol, opioids, prescription drugs, or stimulants. Many patients also face anxiety, depression, or trauma alongside their substance use. We provide safe, medically supervised detox, personalized support through withdrawal, and guidance into ongoing treatment, education, and recovery resources so you can take the first step toward lasting recovery in a caring and supportive environment.
At Royal Life Detox, we help adults in Prescott and across Arizona who are struggling with alcohol, opioids, prescription drugs, or stimulants. Many patients also face anxiety, depression, or trauma alongside their substance use. We provide safe, medically supervised detox, personalized support through withdrawal, and guidance into ongoing treatment, education, and recovery resources so you can take the first step toward lasting recovery in a caring and supportive environment.
(855) 231-2537 View (855) 231-2537
Photo of Newport Newport - Newport Academy Teen and Adolescent Residential, Treatment Center
Newport Academy is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for children ages 7–11 and teens ages 12–18. Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use. Individualized treatment plans include medical and psychiatric care, strengths-based academics, and experiential modalities including, art, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
Newport Academy is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for children ages 7–11 and teens ages 12–18. Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use. Individualized treatment plans include medical and psychiatric care, strengths-based academics, and experiential modalities including, art, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
(714) 627-4163 View (714) 627-4163
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Mental Health Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
(858) 422-4153 View (858) 422-4153
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Elevation Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Most common include depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, and most other conditions.
Elevation Behavioral Health offers a high-end recovery environment combined with individualized treatment tracks tailored to the unique needs of each client. Residents engage in a combination of traditional therapy and holistic practices for treatment that incorporates physical, mental and spiritual recovery. Staff endeavors to provide each individual with the skills and know-how to care for themselves once they complete treatment and continue their lives with a renewed perspective. Elevation Behavioral Health aims to elevate the standard for residential treatment and the client towards their highest self without the use of substances by encouraging each individual to discard their former destructive patterns and habits.
Most common include depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, and most other conditions.
Elevation Behavioral Health offers a high-end recovery environment combined with individualized treatment tracks tailored to the unique needs of each client. Residents engage in a combination of traditional therapy and holistic practices for treatment that incorporates physical, mental and spiritual recovery. Staff endeavors to provide each individual with the skills and know-how to care for themselves once they complete treatment and continue their lives with a renewed perspective. Elevation Behavioral Health aims to elevate the standard for residential treatment and the client towards their highest self without the use of substances by encouraging each individual to discard their former destructive patterns and habits.
(818) 435-7927 View (818) 435-7927
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Maya Therapy Center
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Maya Therapy Center serves individuals, couples, families, and groups from diverse backgrounds seeking mental health support. We offer a range of services, including IOP (Intensive Outpatient Programs), group counseling, couples therapy, marriage counseling, and individual counseling. Our clients often deal with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues, striving for a safe space to explore their concerns and develop healthier coping strategies. We provide professional guidance, empathy, and encouragement to foster emotional well-being, strengthen resilience, and empower personal growth.
Maya Therapy Center serves individuals, couples, families, and groups from diverse backgrounds seeking mental health support. We offer a range of services, including IOP (Intensive Outpatient Programs), group counseling, couples therapy, marriage counseling, and individual counseling. Our clients often deal with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues, striving for a safe space to explore their concerns and develop healthier coping strategies. We provide professional guidance, empathy, and encouragement to foster emotional well-being, strengthen resilience, and empower personal growth.
(480) 933-1374 View (480) 933-1374
Photo of Kamee Witts - ReNew Wellness-Ketamine Therapy, Treatment Center, PMHNP
ReNew Wellness-Ketamine Therapy
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Ketamine treats depression, OCD, Anxiety, PTSD, Addiction, Eating disorders, Suicidal Ideation and Chronic pain.
There is ketamine treatment, and there is therapy. When you put the two together, there can be a much more profound response to the treatment. Ketamine assisted psychotherapy is rooted in compassion, science and experience. Our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Kamee Witts, has over 20 yrs of nursing experience, 4 yrs of ketamine experience and continues evidence based training. Our goal: Ketamine assisted psychotherapy (KAP) is a tool used to reduce the physiological stress response and psychological distress associated with PTSD, depression, anxiety/ OCD. The medicine increases the sense of emotional safety and well-being during guided sessions so one can explore and connect to themselves and their community while exploring possible solutions to their distress.
Ketamine treats depression, OCD, Anxiety, PTSD, Addiction, Eating disorders, Suicidal Ideation and Chronic pain.
There is ketamine treatment, and there is therapy. When you put the two together, there can be a much more profound response to the treatment. Ketamine assisted psychotherapy is rooted in compassion, science and experience. Our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Kamee Witts, has over 20 yrs of nursing experience, 4 yrs of ketamine experience and continues evidence based training. Our goal: Ketamine assisted psychotherapy (KAP) is a tool used to reduce the physiological stress response and psychological distress associated with PTSD, depression, anxiety/ OCD. The medicine increases the sense of emotional safety and well-being during guided sessions so one can explore and connect to themselves and their community while exploring possible solutions to their distress.
(928) 589-6049 View (928) 589-6049
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Oasis Behavioral Health is a premier, live-in treatment center located in Chandler, Arizona. At our facility, we offer a residential program for adolescents ages 11-17 whose struggles with mental health and substance use disorders have interfered with their ability to thrive at home, in school, and socially. Founded on the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy, our residential programming is designed to help patients address the unique emotional challenges that come with being an adolescent today. Our goal is to provide young people with a safe, welcoming space where they can learn to manage their symptoms, cope with social pressures, and make healthier lifestyle choices. Adolescents in this program may receive basic medical care and medication management services as needed, and those who are battling addictions can participate in 12-Step programming. Patients remain in our residential program for an average of 90-120 days depending on their needs.
Oasis Behavioral Health is a premier, live-in treatment center located in Chandler, Arizona. At our facility, we offer a residential program for adolescents ages 11-17 whose struggles with mental health and substance use disorders have interfered with their ability to thrive at home, in school, and socially. Founded on the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy, our residential programming is designed to help patients address the unique emotional challenges that come with being an adolescent today. Our goal is to provide young people with a safe, welcoming space where they can learn to manage their symptoms, cope with social pressures, and make healthier lifestyle choices. Adolescents in this program may receive basic medical care and medication management services as needed, and those who are battling addictions can participate in 12-Step programming. Patients remain in our residential program for an average of 90-120 days depending on their needs.
(855) 524-9813 View (855) 524-9813
Photo of Karra Gross - Teen Anxiety & Depression Treatment at Evolve, Treatment Center
When severe anxiety, isolation, or depression disrupts your teen's daily life, a supportive change of environment can be life-saving. Our immersive residential program offers an exclusive 6-bed retreat to step away from triggers and focus on deep healing. At Evolve, we provide 24/7 supervision and compassionate, evidence-based therapies tailored to complex mood disorders. Our continuum of care includes short-term residential treatment as well as structured outpatient support through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) to help your teen regain control.
When severe anxiety, isolation, or depression disrupts your teen's daily life, a supportive change of environment can be life-saving. Our immersive residential program offers an exclusive 6-bed retreat to step away from triggers and focus on deep healing. At Evolve, we provide 24/7 supervision and compassionate, evidence-based therapies tailored to complex mood disorders. Our continuum of care includes short-term residential treatment as well as structured outpatient support through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) to help your teen regain control.
(855) 349-8442 View (855) 349-8442
Photo of Stephanie LaNite - Purpose Healing Center - Drug and Alcohol Rehab, Treatment Center
Imagine a Life with Purpose. Purpose Healing Center is a Scottsdale based leader in addiction treatment, offering individualized inpatient and outpatient programs to help you with a successful and lasting recovery from substance abuse. We are able to accept most private insurance (PPO) plans. Contact us today for a free assessment from our admissions counselors.
Imagine a Life with Purpose. Purpose Healing Center is a Scottsdale based leader in addiction treatment, offering individualized inpatient and outpatient programs to help you with a successful and lasting recovery from substance abuse. We are able to accept most private insurance (PPO) plans. Contact us today for a free assessment from our admissions counselors.
(480) 568-3992 View (480) 568-3992
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Arizona Addiction Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Designed for younger adults in their 20's, 30's & 40's, Arizona Addiction Recovery Center is recognized as one of the nation's premier addiction treatment centers for a category of patients that are most prone to relapse. The AARC program addresses the many areas inherent to these individuals that are often the root causes for eventual relapse following a period of sobriety. This is much more than just the traditional inpatient rehab, this is a full-scope approach to addiction treatment that places the client on a path for stronger and longer recovery! This is an A to Z treatment platform that includes everything from intervention to medical detox to PHP addiction treatment, intensive outpatient, aftercare, private sober & life coaching, ongoing alumni support systems and more! We even provide our program graduates with an ongoing sober living/recovery housing option in order to help them maintain strong ongoing sobriety. The facilities are very upscale, modern and clients feel safe and serene while achieving sobriety! All private PPO insurance accepted! Call Today www.arizonaaddictioncenter.org 833-907-1319
Designed for younger adults in their 20's, 30's & 40's, Arizona Addiction Recovery Center is recognized as one of the nation's premier addiction treatment centers for a category of patients that are most prone to relapse. The AARC program addresses the many areas inherent to these individuals that are often the root causes for eventual relapse following a period of sobriety. This is much more than just the traditional inpatient rehab, this is a full-scope approach to addiction treatment that places the client on a path for stronger and longer recovery! This is an A to Z treatment platform that includes everything from intervention to medical detox to PHP addiction treatment, intensive outpatient, aftercare, private sober & life coaching, ongoing alumni support systems and more! We even provide our program graduates with an ongoing sober living/recovery housing option in order to help them maintain strong ongoing sobriety. The facilities are very upscale, modern and clients feel safe and serene while achieving sobriety! All private PPO insurance accepted! Call Today www.arizonaaddictioncenter.org 833-907-1319
(833) 907-1319 View (833) 907-1319
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Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
At Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center, we treat adults with addiction and substance use disorders, primary psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex co-occurring disorders. We are also a vibrant community of healing. Our guiding mission is to help people start a new chapter in their lives with hope, love and purpose.
At Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center, we treat adults with addiction and substance use disorders, primary psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex co-occurring disorders. We are also a vibrant community of healing. Our guiding mission is to help people start a new chapter in their lives with hope, love and purpose.
(602) 884-8615 View (602) 884-8615

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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Treatment Centers
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.