Treatment
Make no mistake: OCD is highly treatable. The key to getting your symptoms under control—so that OCD no longer rules your daily life—is understanding your treatment options and what's scientifically proven to work.
With extensive training and guidance, we’re making sure that every NOCD Therapist is able to provide life-changing care for their Members.
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Find out if essential oils, known for their calming and therapeutic properties, may serve as a way to manage OCD symptoms.
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
We're introducing you to three NOCD Therapists who’ve walked alongside hundreds of our members during their OCD recovery journeys.
By Hannah Overbeek
With NOCD Therapy, you have an entire team of world-renowned OCD experts invested in ensuring you get better.
By Hannah Overbeek
When people come to NOCD, we deliver effective, affordable care—and those who are struggling the most achieve the most significant results.
By Stephen Smith
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
When you’re dealing with a complex and widely misunderstood condition like OCD, you deserve—and need—a therapist who’s truly qualified to help you get better.
By Hannah Overbeek
For many people with OCD, using prescription medication along with specialized therapy gives them the best chance to conquer OCD.
By Olivia Rockeman
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Looking for an OCD therapist? Learn how to find a specialist, what to ask, and why it's key to work with someone who aligns with your values.
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
The KnowOCD Gamechangers Directory is a free resource created to help the OCD community find therapists who are qualified to treat OCD.
Several mental health apps are out there, but which ones are legit? Read on to discover the ones that are worth your time.
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Knowing the different types of treatment you can access—and who can provide them—is the first step to getting help.
By Olivia Rockeman
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
If you are concerned that your current therapist may not understand OCD, here are several steps that you can take.
By Stacy Quick, LPC
Explore OCD and autism, how signs and symptoms may overlap, and what evidence-based treatment looks like for autistic people with OCD.
By Jenna Demmer
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
What kind of therapist do you need? It depends on several factors. Read about different specialists, types of therapy, and therapy formats.
By Olivia Rockeman
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
ERP therapy has the ability to impart life-changing lessons and equip people with lifelong skills for managing OCD.
By Hannah Overbeek
Beating OCD means taking care of yourself using specialized treatment, along with strategies that help you stay well.
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Explore the latest statistics about therapy and mental health in 2024. Learn about treatment effectiveness, demographics, and more.
The truth is, anything that makes you feel like you could benefit from help is reason enough to get treatment for OCD.
By Stacy Quick, LPC
Therapy worksheets are a valuable tool to support your mental health journey. Learn how to use them effectively (and why a therapist is still key).
Even though each person’s experience with OCD treatment is unique, they share qualities that we at NOCD believe are important to recognize.
By Hannah Overbeek