Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Treatment Centers in Snohomish County, WA

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TMS Washington
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) provides safe and effective treatment for depression. It is a technique that uses powerful, focused magnetic field pulses to stimulate the neurons of the brain. TMS stimulates areas of the brain that are underactive because of depression. It is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses electromagnetic energy.
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) provides safe and effective treatment for depression. It is a technique that uses powerful, focused magnetic field pulses to stimulate the neurons of the brain. TMS stimulates areas of the brain that are underactive because of depression. It is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses electromagnetic energy.
(206) 538-2735 View (206) 538-2735
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Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital
Treatment Center
Marysville, WA 98271
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital (SPBH) is 145-bed behavioral health hospital, built in 2017. SPBH provides Inpatient and Intensive Outpatient Programs for adults and adolescents. Inpatient treatment focuses on mental health crisis stabilization, treatment typically last 7-10 days. Inpatient, also offer co-occurring treatment and detox. IOP treatment, is in-person or virtual. IOP sessions are 3 hours 3-5 days/week and can last up to 8 weeks. IOP groups offered are: Adult Women's Group, Co-Ed, Military and Adolescent groups.
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital (SPBH) is 145-bed behavioral health hospital, built in 2017. SPBH provides Inpatient and Intensive Outpatient Programs for adults and adolescents. Inpatient treatment focuses on mental health crisis stabilization, treatment typically last 7-10 days. Inpatient, also offer co-occurring treatment and detox. IOP treatment, is in-person or virtual. IOP sessions are 3 hours 3-5 days/week and can last up to 8 weeks. IOP groups offered are: Adult Women's Group, Co-Ed, Military and Adolescent groups.
(360) 548-6997 View (360) 548-6997
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Newport Institute is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for young adults ages 18–35. 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, life skills and career development, and experiential modalities including, creative arts, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
Newport Institute is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for young adults ages 18–35. 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, life skills and career development, and experiential modalities including, creative arts, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
(360) 404-7541 View (360) 404-7541
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The Center • A Place of HOPE
Treatment Center
Edmonds, WA 98020
The Center • A Place of HOPE is a nationally recognized mental health treatment center founded over 40 years ago by Dr. Gregory Jantz. We help individuals reclaim their lives through compassionate, clinically grounded, personalized care. Our Whole Person Care approach addresses emotional, physical, relational, and spiritual health - because lasting recovery treats the whole person, not just symptoms. We provide specialized care for depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, substance use, and co-occurring conditions in a safe, supportive, and confidential setting where clients can focus fully on healing.
The Center • A Place of HOPE is a nationally recognized mental health treatment center founded over 40 years ago by Dr. Gregory Jantz. We help individuals reclaim their lives through compassionate, clinically grounded, personalized care. Our Whole Person Care approach addresses emotional, physical, relational, and spiritual health - because lasting recovery treats the whole person, not just symptoms. We provide specialized care for depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, substance use, and co-occurring conditions in a safe, supportive, and confidential setting where clients can focus fully on healing.
(888) 997-3812 View (888) 997-3812
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Center For Discovery
Treatment Center
Edmonds, WA 98026
Our therapeutic practices help patients know when/ how to use effective coping skills for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), binge eating disorder, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, orthorexia nervosa, other specified eating disorders and co-occurring disorders like anxiety, depression, PTSD and OCD.
Healing, growth and a positive relationship with food is possible with the Center for Discovery Dietary Program. We use the CARE Model, which stands for “consistent attuned relational eating.” This means patients have the steadiness of a dietary plan that is adaptable to what’s happening in their life. We believe in Health at Every Size because everyone can be healthy regardless of size, shape, weight or BMI. We encourage Intuitive Eating — nourishing ourselves when we’re hungry and recognizing when we feel full. We utilize the All Foods Fit model, which celebrates that all foods are nourishment, and no foods are off-limits in moderation. These core elements help our patients walk out of treatment feeling engaged, empowered and transformed so that they can manage long-term recovery. In fact, 86.5% of clients who completed treatment didn’t need to return to Center for Discovery or any other program for a higher level of care for eating disorder treatment.
Our therapeutic practices help patients know when/ how to use effective coping skills for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), binge eating disorder, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, orthorexia nervosa, other specified eating disorders and co-occurring disorders like anxiety, depression, PTSD and OCD.
Healing, growth and a positive relationship with food is possible with the Center for Discovery Dietary Program. We use the CARE Model, which stands for “consistent attuned relational eating.” This means patients have the steadiness of a dietary plan that is adaptable to what’s happening in their life. We believe in Health at Every Size because everyone can be healthy regardless of size, shape, weight or BMI. We encourage Intuitive Eating — nourishing ourselves when we’re hungry and recognizing when we feel full. We utilize the All Foods Fit model, which celebrates that all foods are nourishment, and no foods are off-limits in moderation. These core elements help our patients walk out of treatment feeling engaged, empowered and transformed so that they can manage long-term recovery. In fact, 86.5% of clients who completed treatment didn’t need to return to Center for Discovery or any other program for a higher level of care for eating disorder treatment.
(425) 310-4737 View (425) 310-4737
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Shifa Health
Treatment Center
Everett, WA 98208
MISSION: At Shifa health, our mission is to prevent and decrease suffering, improve functioning and enhance mental wellbeing by providing cutting-edge, highest quality, and evidence-based mental health services.
MISSION: At Shifa health, our mission is to prevent and decrease suffering, improve functioning and enhance mental wellbeing by providing cutting-edge, highest quality, and evidence-based mental health services.
(425) 428-4570 View (425) 428-4570
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New Story Integrated Mental Health
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
At New Story Integrated Mental Health we believe in a holistic approach to healing, wellness, trauma recovery, and better relationships. As a mental health collective, we provide counseling, coaching (ADHD), and functional nutrition. We’ll help you connect with one of our providers who meets your needs, and is available to see you, online or in-person. We provide services for teens, adults, and couples experiencing a spectrum of complex mental health challenges.
At New Story Integrated Mental Health we believe in a holistic approach to healing, wellness, trauma recovery, and better relationships. As a mental health collective, we provide counseling, coaching (ADHD), and functional nutrition. We’ll help you connect with one of our providers who meets your needs, and is available to see you, online or in-person. We provide services for teens, adults, and couples experiencing a spectrum of complex mental health challenges.
(425) 728-2117 View (425) 728-2117
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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.
(425) 242-3464 View (425) 242-3464
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Clarity Mental Health & Recovery
Treatment Center
Serves Area
The human condition is one that is difficult for everyone. When these difficulties feel insurmountable it may be time to connect with a counselor that can help guide you, and support you through these challenges. We utilize a compassionate and humanistic approach to helping clients with a variety of services to offer including individual, couples, group therapy and a very popular eastern mindfulness course. Our counselors are fun and energetic, utilizing humanistic, cognitive, somatic and trauma informed therapeutic techniques.
The human condition is one that is difficult for everyone. When these difficulties feel insurmountable it may be time to connect with a counselor that can help guide you, and support you through these challenges. We utilize a compassionate and humanistic approach to helping clients with a variety of services to offer including individual, couples, group therapy and a very popular eastern mindfulness course. Our counselors are fun and energetic, utilizing humanistic, cognitive, somatic and trauma informed therapeutic techniques.
(360) 523-1254 View (360) 523-1254
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Free by the Sea
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Free by the Sea is a dual diagnosis addiction treatment center located on the Washington Coast. We provide a continuum of care including residential, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and outpatient services (OP). Our peaceful setting has inspired a program of holistic healing, designed to meet your individualized needs. Our sober living accommodations provide a safe and supportive environment to further establish and reinforce a routine in recovery while utilizing specific coping skills to thrive in your daily life. The campus is just steps away from the beach, offering an abundance of recreational activities such as pickleball and volleyball. Mindfulness skills are incorporated throughout the program to deepen attunement with self and others, and to emphasize the importance of being present in each moment life. A meditation room is available to those who want to deepen their meditation practice, or to simply have some moments of silence. Yoga and sound baths are optionally available for those interested in deepening their mind, body, and spirit connection.
Free by the Sea is a dual diagnosis addiction treatment center located on the Washington Coast. We provide a continuum of care including residential, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and outpatient services (OP). Our peaceful setting has inspired a program of holistic healing, designed to meet your individualized needs. Our sober living accommodations provide a safe and supportive environment to further establish and reinforce a routine in recovery while utilizing specific coping skills to thrive in your daily life. The campus is just steps away from the beach, offering an abundance of recreational activities such as pickleball and volleyball. Mindfulness skills are incorporated throughout the program to deepen attunement with self and others, and to emphasize the importance of being present in each moment life. A meditation room is available to those who want to deepen their meditation practice, or to simply have some moments of silence. Yoga and sound baths are optionally available for those interested in deepening their mind, body, and spirit connection.
(360) 665-7112 View (360) 665-7112
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Mental Health Residential Treatment Center, Treatment Center
At Evolve, we offer nurturing, individualized support to help teens manage behavioral challenges and find hope We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow
At Evolve, we offer nurturing, individualized support to help teens manage behavioral challenges and find hope We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow
(916) 244-7203 View (916) 244-7203
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Evolve Teen Treatment Center - Arden Oaks
Treatment Center
Serves Area
When teens face mental health or behavioral challenges, the right treatment can make all the difference. At Evolve, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care through a range of therapeutic programs for teens. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) offers 24/7 supervision and highly individualized care in a safe, supportive setting, serving only six teens at a time. We also offer structured outpatient programs through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Each level of care is designed to help teens heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
When teens face mental health or behavioral challenges, the right treatment can make all the difference. At Evolve, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care through a range of therapeutic programs for teens. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) offers 24/7 supervision and highly individualized care in a safe, supportive setting, serving only six teens at a time. We also offer structured outpatient programs through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Each level of care is designed to help teens heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
(916) 957-5597 View (916) 957-5597
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Teen Dual Diagnosis Residential Treatment, Treatment Center
Evolve’s caring, customized approach helps teens break free from addiction and rebuild hope for a better future We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow
Evolve’s caring, customized approach helps teens break free from addiction and rebuild hope for a better future We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow
(916) 314-2623 View (916) 314-2623
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Depression Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
Teen Depression Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Evolve offers proven, evidence-based therapy programs for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) provides 24/7 supervision and individualized care in a safe, supportive setting. With only six teens in the program at a time, we deliver highly focused and personalized treatment. We also provide structured outpatient therapy through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Families can expect compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step.
Evolve offers proven, evidence-based therapy programs for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) provides 24/7 supervision and individualized care in a safe, supportive setting. With only six teens in the program at a time, we deliver highly focused and personalized treatment. We also provide structured outpatient therapy through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Families can expect compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step.
(925) 478-5244 View (925) 478-5244
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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 is one of the few private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions. We are proud to offer a robust clinical program that provides the most individual therapy sessions in the industry and while respecting and honoring each client's journey. We are committed to providing clients with exceptional treatment in a compassionate environment. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
Most common include depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, and most other conditions.
Elevation Behavioral Health is one of the few private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions. We are proud to offer a robust clinical program that provides the most individual therapy sessions in the industry and while respecting and honoring each client's journey. We are committed to providing clients with exceptional treatment in a compassionate environment. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
(424) 346-8748 View (424) 346-8748
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Hazelden Betty Ford in Bellevue, WA
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Dual diagnosis specialists at Hazelden Betty Ford’s outpatient center in Bellevue, Washington, get to the root of mental health (trauma, anxiety, clinical depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders) and substance use challenges, providing psychological counseling and evidence-based addiction treatment to guide you on a healthy, resilient path forward. We offer intensive outpatient (IOP) drug rehab, day treatment/adult partial hospitalization programs, and DUI deferred prosecution programs at our convenient Bellevue location. Your care plan is tailored and calibrated to your specific needs, strengths and goals.
Dual diagnosis specialists at Hazelden Betty Ford’s outpatient center in Bellevue, Washington, get to the root of mental health (trauma, anxiety, clinical depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders) and substance use challenges, providing psychological counseling and evidence-based addiction treatment to guide you on a healthy, resilient path forward. We offer intensive outpatient (IOP) drug rehab, day treatment/adult partial hospitalization programs, and DUI deferred prosecution programs at our convenient Bellevue location. Your care plan is tailored and calibrated to your specific needs, strengths and goals.
(425) 230-3137 View (425) 230-3137
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Royal Life Centers | Washington
Treatment Center
Serves Area
At Royal Life Centers Detox we believe in quality guest centered care. We have developed an effective and systematic approach to the detox and stabilization process, and have been a leader in the drug detox and addiction treatment field for years. Our Detox treatment center is staffed by medical professionals, certified addiction therapists, and drug treatment team members. If you or a loved one is currently struggling with addiciton, we have the experience, resources, and drug detox program that can help. The most difficult part of the journey is simply admitting the need for treatment and walking through the doors of our detox center. It is often said that a thousand mile journey starts with just one initial step, and once you've started the hardest part is over. Going through our detox program is not easy, but you are not alone and we will be with you every step of the way. Our detox program is based on a clinical assessment and medical protocol, and we make sure to tailor the specifics of the program to each individual's personal needs and requirements.
At Royal Life Centers Detox we believe in quality guest centered care. We have developed an effective and systematic approach to the detox and stabilization process, and have been a leader in the drug detox and addiction treatment field for years. Our Detox treatment center is staffed by medical professionals, certified addiction therapists, and drug treatment team members. If you or a loved one is currently struggling with addiciton, we have the experience, resources, and drug detox program that can help. The most difficult part of the journey is simply admitting the need for treatment and walking through the doors of our detox center. It is often said that a thousand mile journey starts with just one initial step, and once you've started the hardest part is over. Going through our detox program is not easy, but you are not alone and we will be with you every step of the way. Our detox program is based on a clinical assessment and medical protocol, and we make sure to tailor the specifics of the program to each individual's personal needs and requirements.
(360) 776-6802 View (360) 776-6802
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Residential Treatment Centers for Teens, Treatment Center
Evolve offers proven, evidence-based therapy programs for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) provides 24/7 supervision and individualized care in a safe, supportive setting. With only six teens in the program at a time, we deliver highly focused and personalized treatment. We also provide structured outpatient therapy through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Families can expect compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step.
Evolve offers proven, evidence-based therapy programs for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) provides 24/7 supervision and individualized care in a safe, supportive setting. With only six teens in the program at a time, we deliver highly focused and personalized treatment. We also provide structured outpatient therapy through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Families can expect compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step.
(844) 319-5304 View (844) 319-5304

Online Treatment Centers

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Optimum Mental Health Services
Treatment Center
Renton, WA 98057
Spravato is a nasal spray prescribed for treatment-resistant depression. Unlike oral antidepressants, which can take several weeks to months to work, the effects of Spravato are typically felt within days, unlocking a pathway to healing for patients who have not responded to oral antidepressants and/or other augmentative therapies alone. Spravato is the first new drug approved for depression by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) in decades. Spravato is specially designed for those suffering from Treatment Resistant Depression (TRD). Spravato (esketamine) is indicated in combination with an oral antidepressant for adults suffering from treatment-resistant depression. If you have not responded to 2 or more antidepressants or other alternative treatments (such as psychotherapy, TMS, ECT, etc.), Spravato could be right for you!
Spravato is a nasal spray prescribed for treatment-resistant depression. Unlike oral antidepressants, which can take several weeks to months to work, the effects of Spravato are typically felt within days, unlocking a pathway to healing for patients who have not responded to oral antidepressants and/or other augmentative therapies alone. Spravato is the first new drug approved for depression by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) in decades. Spravato is specially designed for those suffering from Treatment Resistant Depression (TRD). Spravato (esketamine) is indicated in combination with an oral antidepressant for adults suffering from treatment-resistant depression. If you have not responded to 2 or more antidepressants or other alternative treatments (such as psychotherapy, TMS, ECT, etc.), Spravato could be right for you!
(206) 312-2769 View (206) 312-2769
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Northwest Counseling & Diagnostics
Treatment Center
Online Only
Welcome to Northwest Counseling & Diagnostics, located in Bellevue, WA. As part of the Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics family (with locations in Chicago and Ohio) we’re here to offer compassionate, evidence-based care to our Pacific Northwest community.
Welcome to Northwest Counseling & Diagnostics, located in Bellevue, WA. As part of the Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics family (with locations in Chicago and Ohio) we’re here to offer compassionate, evidence-based care to our Pacific Northwest community.
(425) 428-4731 View (425) 428-4731

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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.