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.
If you’ve ever looked into obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and its treatment, you’ve probably heard of exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy,
By Hannah Overbeek
The defining symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are the same across all ages, but the unique experiences of adolescence may affect how the
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Relationship obsessive-compulsive disorder (ROCD) is a subtype of OCD characterized by obsessions, or intrusive thoughts, related to relationships.
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Something led you to seek out information on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Maybe you have a loved one who suffers, or maybe you just wanted to
By Stacy Quick, LPC
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition that can have a devastating impact. The disorder’s core symptoms—unwanted
By Stephen Smith
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Until as little as five years ago, it was nearly impossible to access exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD using insurance. Today, over
By Peter Davis
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can help treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), but should be used alongside effective evidence-based
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
ERP therapy is highly effective for OCD, but its cost can sometimes feel overwhelming. Specialized therapists ensure tailored, effective care, reducing
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW