Therapy for OCD

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that looks like a cycle of obsessions and compulsions that can significantly impact daily life. Obsessions are intrusive, unwanted thoughts, images, or urges that create intense anxiety or distress. In an effort to alleviate anxiety, people may feel compelled to engage in repetitive behaviors or mental acts—known as compulsions to prevent a feared outcome.

 Common beliefs - “I can create a sense of absolute certainty “, “I can control the outcome if I _____”, “I have to do everything perfectly”

Interpersonal challenges - Obsessive need for control; intolerant to the unknown, rigid thinking

How to heal -Learn distress tolerance skills to manage uncomfortable emotions; exposure and response reduction therapy, Identify distorted thinking patterns