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Dipl.-Psych. Tina Duffney
Pre-Licensed Professional, Dipl-, Psych
Verified Verified
Voorheesville, NY 12186  (Online Only)
Fühlen Sie sich ausgebrannt, ständig unter Strom stehend, gereizt oder haben Sie das Gefühl, festzustecken? Haben Sie extrem hohe Ansprüche an sich selbst und Ihre Leistung oder das Gefühl, den Anforderungen aus der Umwelt nicht mehr gerecht werden zu können? Ein hohes und andauerndes Stresspensum, das in professionellen Berufen oft Alltag ist, führt neben berufsbezogenen Problemen erfahrungsgemäß auch häufig zu Problemen im privaten Lebensbereich. Viele meiner KlientInnen kommen mit Anzeichen eines Burnouts, sehr häufig sind aber auch depressive Verstimmungen, Ängste oder Panikattacken, interpersonelle sowie Performanzprobleme.
Fühlen Sie sich ausgebrannt, ständig unter Strom stehend, gereizt oder haben Sie das Gefühl, festzustecken? Haben Sie extrem hohe Ansprüche an sich selbst und Ihre Leistung oder das Gefühl, den Anforderungen aus der Umwelt nicht mehr gerecht werden zu können? Ein hohes und andauerndes Stresspensum, das in professionellen Berufen oft Alltag ist, führt neben berufsbezogenen Problemen erfahrungsgemäß auch häufig zu Problemen im privaten Lebensbereich. Viele meiner KlientInnen kommen mit Anzeichen eines Burnouts, sehr häufig sind aber auch depressive Verstimmungen, Ängste oder Panikattacken, interpersonelle sowie Performanzprobleme.
(518) 897-3529 x711 View (518) 897-3529 x711
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Miriam Gross
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11242
I specialize in anxiety/OCD, depression, addiction, trauma, adoption and relationship issues.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you have a challenging relationship with someone you care about? Maybe your parents, your spouse or any other family member? Sometimes our closest relationships can be the most difficult ones to navigate. Your future depends on what you do now.
I specialize in anxiety/OCD, depression, addiction, trauma, adoption and relationship issues.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you have a challenging relationship with someone you care about? Maybe your parents, your spouse or any other family member? Sometimes our closest relationships can be the most difficult ones to navigate. Your future depends on what you do now.
(917) 746-7324 View (917) 746-7324
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Robert J Filewich
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
White Plains, NY 10604
Dr. Robert J. Filewich has been a licensed, clinical psychologist and Director of the Center for Behavior Therapy in White Plains, NY for more than 25 years. Dr. Filewich understands the difficulties and emotional pain that his patients experience, and works in a solution-oriented way to create relief as soon as possible. He is a cognitive-behavior psychologist, and treats families, couples, adults, adolescents and children. Dr. Filewich is located in White Plains, in Westchester County, in a Medical Arts Bldg. with plenty of free parking. He is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Association for the Advancement of Behavior Therapy. Dr. Filewich's specialty areas include: Marital Therapy and Couples Counseling, Sexual Issues, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Chronic Illness, ADD/ADHD, Social Skills and Self Esteem Training. INSURANCE claim forms are submitted for you as a courtesy. Clients are reimbursed for their visits by their Ins. Co.
Dr. Robert J. Filewich has been a licensed, clinical psychologist and Director of the Center for Behavior Therapy in White Plains, NY for more than 25 years. Dr. Filewich understands the difficulties and emotional pain that his patients experience, and works in a solution-oriented way to create relief as soon as possible. He is a cognitive-behavior psychologist, and treats families, couples, adults, adolescents and children. Dr. Filewich is located in White Plains, in Westchester County, in a Medical Arts Bldg. with plenty of free parking. He is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Association for the Advancement of Behavior Therapy. Dr. Filewich's specialty areas include: Marital Therapy and Couples Counseling, Sexual Issues, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Chronic Illness, ADD/ADHD, Social Skills and Self Esteem Training. INSURANCE claim forms are submitted for you as a courtesy. Clients are reimbursed for their visits by their Ins. Co.
(914) 946-4666 View (914) 946-4666
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Nick Helbich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Strong therapeutic relationships can create healing and generate the ability to change. My approach is eclectic. This means I draw from a variety therapeutic approaches and apply them depending on how well the client responds. I work with a variety of symptoms including: anxiety, depression, obsessions and compulsions (OCD), relationship-, sexual- and work- related issues. I am fluent in German and French, as well as English. I love diversity and I work well with people from all backgrounds and walks of life. I look forward to hearing from you and have a FREE CONSULTATION on the PHONE: 646-270-7255.
Strong therapeutic relationships can create healing and generate the ability to change. My approach is eclectic. This means I draw from a variety therapeutic approaches and apply them depending on how well the client responds. I work with a variety of symptoms including: anxiety, depression, obsessions and compulsions (OCD), relationship-, sexual- and work- related issues. I am fluent in German and French, as well as English. I love diversity and I work well with people from all backgrounds and walks of life. I look forward to hearing from you and have a FREE CONSULTATION on the PHONE: 646-270-7255.
(833) 311-0954 View (833) 311-0954
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Chaim Biberfeld LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11218
Specialties include: Generalized Anxiety disorder, Depression, OCD (Including Scrupulosity), ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Relationship Issues (including abandonment and feelings of loss and rejection) and its attendant heartbreak, and life Coping Skills.
My practice consists largely of adolescents and young adults. My greatest assets are - an ability to connect with people in an accepting, non-judgmental and empathic way. Many young people today seek guidance and a better understanding of who they are and what they are feeling, their instinctive reactions and how to better understand themselves and gain from this crucial insight. Helping them through this life-changing learning process is my forte.
Specialties include: Generalized Anxiety disorder, Depression, OCD (Including Scrupulosity), ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Relationship Issues (including abandonment and feelings of loss and rejection) and its attendant heartbreak, and life Coping Skills.
My practice consists largely of adolescents and young adults. My greatest assets are - an ability to connect with people in an accepting, non-judgmental and empathic way. Many young people today seek guidance and a better understanding of who they are and what they are feeling, their instinctive reactions and how to better understand themselves and gain from this crucial insight. Helping them through this life-changing learning process is my forte.
(646) 846-2842 View (646) 846-2842
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Helen Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, R
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11220
Patients that I meet with will receive a full range of psychotherapy services. I provide parenting counseling, relationship counseling, cognitive therapy, group therapy, psychoanalysis, and anger management. Psychotherapy is available for issues including anxiety, depression, substance abuse as well as eating disorders, couples therapy, individual and family therapy. HIV pre and post counseling, postpartum depression, court mandated treatment, phobias/panic attack, autism, Asperger, ADHD/ ADD, and OCD are a few of the presenting issues I specialize in with over 40 years of experience.
Patients that I meet with will receive a full range of psychotherapy services. I provide parenting counseling, relationship counseling, cognitive therapy, group therapy, psychoanalysis, and anger management. Psychotherapy is available for issues including anxiety, depression, substance abuse as well as eating disorders, couples therapy, individual and family therapy. HIV pre and post counseling, postpartum depression, court mandated treatment, phobias/panic attack, autism, Asperger, ADHD/ ADD, and OCD are a few of the presenting issues I specialize in with over 40 years of experience.
(347) 493-2661 View (347) 493-2661
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Simone Hoermann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
Psychotherapy can help us deal with difficult feelings and situations, and can help us grow as individuals. If you are seeking help for anxiety, depression, or emotion regulation issues, please feel free to reach out. I have worked with people with different kinds of stress and anxiety, from chronic worrying to social anxiety to OCD. Sometimes, the anxiety is set off by work stress, a loss, relationship problems or big life changes.
Psychotherapy can help us deal with difficult feelings and situations, and can help us grow as individuals. If you are seeking help for anxiety, depression, or emotion regulation issues, please feel free to reach out. I have worked with people with different kinds of stress and anxiety, from chronic worrying to social anxiety to OCD. Sometimes, the anxiety is set off by work stress, a loss, relationship problems or big life changes.
(917) 451-5546 View (917) 451-5546
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Gitty Rubin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
In addition to specialized training in traditional methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, parenting, bio/neurofeedback, anxiety & OCD therapy, I devoted my career to research & help patients understand the science behind their emotions & to learn to deal with them effectively.
Like most human beings, you are doing your best trying to deal with the cards life dealt you. You are motivated and want to improve the quality of your life; only life hasn’t always provided you with the answers. If you are like most people, you have put in a lot of effort and often ended up disappointed in those ‘proven’ methods. However, your life and your brain are unique. Just like you can’t debate whether a hammer or screwdriver is ‘better’, there is no ‘best’ psychological method.
In addition to specialized training in traditional methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, parenting, bio/neurofeedback, anxiety & OCD therapy, I devoted my career to research & help patients understand the science behind their emotions & to learn to deal with them effectively.
Like most human beings, you are doing your best trying to deal with the cards life dealt you. You are motivated and want to improve the quality of your life; only life hasn’t always provided you with the answers. If you are like most people, you have put in a lot of effort and often ended up disappointed in those ‘proven’ methods. However, your life and your brain are unique. Just like you can’t debate whether a hammer or screwdriver is ‘better’, there is no ‘best’ psychological method.
(646) 257-4170 x4 View (646) 257-4170 x4
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Petra Vospernik
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
My approach is to be a facilitator of change. Many people I work with are extremely bright and creative but feel temporarily stuck. Whether it's a place, a work situation or a relationship - it restricts them from feeling satisfied with their lives. My clinical expertise and years of practice enable me to offer you structured and professional guidance. I am very attentive to your needs and will tailor our work to your specific concerns and individual goals. I will engage you in a focused and thorough manner while offering a warm and safe atmosphere with ample room for exploration.
My approach is to be a facilitator of change. Many people I work with are extremely bright and creative but feel temporarily stuck. Whether it's a place, a work situation or a relationship - it restricts them from feeling satisfied with their lives. My clinical expertise and years of practice enable me to offer you structured and professional guidance. I am very attentive to your needs and will tailor our work to your specific concerns and individual goals. I will engage you in a focused and thorough manner while offering a warm and safe atmosphere with ample room for exploration.
(917) 960-8815 View (917) 960-8815
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Christiane Humke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I am an experienced licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders. I practice cognitive-behavioral therapy, which is a research-based, effective and time-efficient approach. I believe that therapy should take place in a collaborative manner with patient and therapist working together to achieve identified goals. My style is warm, thoughtful and direct. I'll offer you supportive, non-judgmental feedback that is aimed at increasing your level of well-being as quickly as possible. My work is enhanced through compassion based and mindfulness techniques.
I am an experienced licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders. I practice cognitive-behavioral therapy, which is a research-based, effective and time-efficient approach. I believe that therapy should take place in a collaborative manner with patient and therapist working together to achieve identified goals. My style is warm, thoughtful and direct. I'll offer you supportive, non-judgmental feedback that is aimed at increasing your level of well-being as quickly as possible. My work is enhanced through compassion based and mindfulness techniques.
(646) 490-1733 View (646) 490-1733
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Dr. Adolfo Profumo Phd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R, CGP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
Suffering is an integral part of life, the same way manure is an integral part of the farmer's life. As a wise farmer learns to use manure as a fertilizer, I can assist you in understanding and using your suffering wisely, and learning to profit from it. I am silent when need be, yet I am also very willing to respond to your questions and to dialogue with you in a very direct way when necessary.
Suffering is an integral part of life, the same way manure is an integral part of the farmer's life. As a wise farmer learns to use manure as a fertilizer, I can assist you in understanding and using your suffering wisely, and learning to profit from it. I am silent when need be, yet I am also very willing to respond to your questions and to dialogue with you in a very direct way when necessary.
(646) 351-1901 View (646) 351-1901
Photo of Christopher J Charleton, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New York
Christopher J Charleton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Penfield, NY 14526
You are not alone as we partner together to explore, uncover and remove the obstacles that prevent you from becoming your best self and having the quality of life you long for. Using a psychodynamic framework to engage you, build hope, and establish a healing relationship, I specialize in dealing with the cumulative life stresses, traumas, griefs and losses that insidiously sabotage your best efforts, deplete your energy, tempt you into addictions to numb and avoid the pain life has brought you, or turn your long suffering into despair and depression.
You are not alone as we partner together to explore, uncover and remove the obstacles that prevent you from becoming your best self and having the quality of life you long for. Using a psychodynamic framework to engage you, build hope, and establish a healing relationship, I specialize in dealing with the cumulative life stresses, traumas, griefs and losses that insidiously sabotage your best efforts, deplete your energy, tempt you into addictions to numb and avoid the pain life has brought you, or turn your long suffering into despair and depression.
(585) 302-4198 View (585) 302-4198
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Gerald LaMear Bray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BCD-P
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
I am an experienced adult psychotherapist with accredited postgraduate training and clinical experience. I have special interests in work-related stress, performance anxiety, eating disorders and interpersonal relationships. I have an active affiliation with many major insurance plans. You can expect to have a consultation within one to two days. My office is conveniently located on the Upper West Side. Curiosity, humor and a toleration of paradox and irony can help. Let's see how we can bring out the best in you and make the world a better place for everyone.
I am an experienced adult psychotherapist with accredited postgraduate training and clinical experience. I have special interests in work-related stress, performance anxiety, eating disorders and interpersonal relationships. I have an active affiliation with many major insurance plans. You can expect to have a consultation within one to two days. My office is conveniently located on the Upper West Side. Curiosity, humor and a toleration of paradox and irony can help. Let's see how we can bring out the best in you and make the world a better place for everyone.
(212) 427-8043 View (212) 427-8043
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Gesine Sauter
Counselor, MA, LMHC, Dipl-Ps
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11238  (Online Only)
The right therapist will help you understand yourself better-who you are, how you think, your hidden fears and motivations-in order to identify and disrupt the patters in your life that may be holding you back. I am a licensed psychotherapist with extensive training in contemporary psychoanalytic theory and practice. In a safe, caring, and nonjudgmental environment, we will explore recent and past experiences that may be getting in your way and work together to overcome issues related to depression, anxiety, anger, post traumatic stress, stagnation in your career and personal life, and/or difficulty maintaining healthy relationships.
The right therapist will help you understand yourself better-who you are, how you think, your hidden fears and motivations-in order to identify and disrupt the patters in your life that may be holding you back. I am a licensed psychotherapist with extensive training in contemporary psychoanalytic theory and practice. In a safe, caring, and nonjudgmental environment, we will explore recent and past experiences that may be getting in your way and work together to overcome issues related to depression, anxiety, anger, post traumatic stress, stagnation in your career and personal life, and/or difficulty maintaining healthy relationships.
(203) 684-5160 View (203) 684-5160
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Greene Clinic
PhD
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Greene Clinic is a collective of diverse practitioners. Our services include a range of psychotherapy approaches, psychiatry, art therapy. Greene Clinic's psychotherapists are trained variously in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy, as well as skills-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavioral (DBT). Our approaches help clients deepen their self-understanding, work through feeling stuck, and gain tools for making change. We welcome clients from underserved and marginalized communities, including sexual, religious, and ethnic minorities. We are LGBTQ & alt sex friendly. Our clients include couples, families, students, people in the arts, immigrants, and people struggling with or recovering from substance use, eating concerns, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Greene Clinic is a collective of diverse practitioners. Our services include a range of psychotherapy approaches, psychiatry, art therapy. Greene Clinic's psychotherapists are trained variously in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy, as well as skills-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavioral (DBT). Our approaches help clients deepen their self-understanding, work through feeling stuck, and gain tools for making change. We welcome clients from underserved and marginalized communities, including sexual, religious, and ethnic minorities. We are LGBTQ & alt sex friendly. Our clients include couples, families, students, people in the arts, immigrants, and people struggling with or recovering from substance use, eating concerns, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
(646) 760-6104 View (646) 760-6104
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Christiane Manzella
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10065
At the Seleni Institute, my colleagues and I are committed to providing excellent psychotherapy for women and couples experiencing reproductive and maternal mental health challenges, from mild parenting stress and worry, to severe postpartum depression and anxiety, to the grief of losing a child. We specialize in supporting women and couples through pregnancy; the postpartum period; infertility and IVF; miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss; parenting and parenthood.
At the Seleni Institute, my colleagues and I are committed to providing excellent psychotherapy for women and couples experiencing reproductive and maternal mental health challenges, from mild parenting stress and worry, to severe postpartum depression and anxiety, to the grief of losing a child. We specialize in supporting women and couples through pregnancy; the postpartum period; infertility and IVF; miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss; parenting and parenthood.
(347) 572-7276 View (347) 572-7276
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Linda Garcia-Rose & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10007
We are a Practice of 6 highly talented Psychotherapists. We believe in real, practical Transformative Psychotherapy focusing on more than just symptoms, helping each client live his/her happiest life through Positive Psychology. We use Mindfulness Techniques to help understand your thoughts and feelings and how these manifest in your body: yesterday, today and projecting into the future. Our team has deep training and experience in a wide range of specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Eating Disorders, Panic Attacks, Sex Therapy, Bio Feedback, Chronic Pain, IVF/Surrogacy, Spirituality, LGBTQA, Death/Dying/Hospice, and Business Coaching. We work with Children, Couples, Individuals and Families.
We are a Practice of 6 highly talented Psychotherapists. We believe in real, practical Transformative Psychotherapy focusing on more than just symptoms, helping each client live his/her happiest life through Positive Psychology. We use Mindfulness Techniques to help understand your thoughts and feelings and how these manifest in your body: yesterday, today and projecting into the future. Our team has deep training and experience in a wide range of specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Eating Disorders, Panic Attacks, Sex Therapy, Bio Feedback, Chronic Pain, IVF/Surrogacy, Spirituality, LGBTQA, Death/Dying/Hospice, and Business Coaching. We work with Children, Couples, Individuals and Families.
(646) 362-8705 View (646) 362-8705
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Nicolai Grosell
CCEP, EMM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I am here to support you on your journey of healing and growth. I truly believe that we each have the power to heal ourselves and live meaningful lives full of depth, joy and love. I am a Somatic Core Energetics practitioner and I will help you to integrate body, mind and emotions. Core energetics is a body-oriented psychotherapy that works with a person's emotional blocks, often held in the body. Life can be more joyful when old pain is released through energetic movement. We bring consciousness to old patterns to free ourselves and make lasting changes.
I am here to support you on your journey of healing and growth. I truly believe that we each have the power to heal ourselves and live meaningful lives full of depth, joy and love. I am a Somatic Core Energetics practitioner and I will help you to integrate body, mind and emotions. Core energetics is a body-oriented psychotherapy that works with a person's emotional blocks, often held in the body. Life can be more joyful when old pain is released through energetic movement. We bring consciousness to old patterns to free ourselves and make lasting changes.
(917) 970-7321 View (917) 970-7321
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Werner S. Achatz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
I am a licensed Psychologist and Psychoanalyst in private practice in New York City, specializing in individual and couples therapy since 2002. I focus on helping you to improve and enhance self-understanding, to learn how to make better decisions, and to live a happier and more satisfying life, with stronger self-determination, autonomy, and a greater sense of freedom. I am also a Staff Member at at the Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic of New York Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University Medical Center, where I specialize in the treatment of Personality Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociative Disorders, PTSD and Identity Issues.
I am a licensed Psychologist and Psychoanalyst in private practice in New York City, specializing in individual and couples therapy since 2002. I focus on helping you to improve and enhance self-understanding, to learn how to make better decisions, and to live a happier and more satisfying life, with stronger self-determination, autonomy, and a greater sense of freedom. I am also a Staff Member at at the Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic of New York Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University Medical Center, where I specialize in the treatment of Personality Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociative Disorders, PTSD and Identity Issues.
(646) 392-7361 View (646) 392-7361
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Tamar Michaela Efrat
Licensed Psychoanalyst, EdD, LP, Dipl, Psych
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Are you in a transition from adolescence to adulthood, from adulthood to parenthood, from country to country, from culture to culture or from one career to another? Are you feeling these challenges make you anxious, depressed or stuck?
Are you in a transition from adolescence to adulthood, from adulthood to parenthood, from country to country, from culture to culture or from one career to another? Are you feeling these challenges make you anxious, depressed or stuck?
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists

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.