Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Treatment Centers in 98104
Eastside TMS and Wellness Center
Treatment Center
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Seattle, WA 98104
Depression symptoms are traditionally treated with psychotherapy and antidepressant medications, and these treatments are considered the first-line treatments. While medication has a positive effect for many, they do not work for all and even when medication are effective, there can still be some serious side effects to consider. Recent research into Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has created a new alternative treatment for depression. TMS activates and raises the levels of neurotransmitters in areas shown to be under-performing in people suffering from depression. Eastside TMS and Wellness Center provides an alternative treatment of major depression using the revolutionary FDA approved treatment, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. We provide individually-tailored, evidence-based treatment for major depression, and are staffed with an experienced team of experts in the field of Brain Stimulation therapies. Our trained staff is dedicated to working directly with patients to provide the safest and most cutting-edge treatment of TMS therapy. www.eastsidetmswellness.com
Depression symptoms are traditionally treated with psychotherapy and antidepressant medications, and these treatments are considered the first-line treatments. While medication has a positive effect for many, they do not work for all and even when medication are effective, there can still be some serious side effects to consider. Recent research into Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has created a new alternative treatment for depression. TMS activates and raises the levels of neurotransmitters in areas shown to be under-performing in people suffering from depression. Eastside TMS and Wellness Center provides an alternative treatment of major depression using the revolutionary FDA approved treatment, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. We provide individually-tailored, evidence-based treatment for major depression, and are staffed with an experienced team of experts in the field of Brain Stimulation therapies. Our trained staff is dedicated to working directly with patients to provide the safest and most cutting-edge treatment of TMS therapy. www.eastsidetmswellness.com
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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.