Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is troubling thoughts (obsessions) where people perform rituals or routines (compulsions) to manage their obsessions. The performance of these routines, such as handwashing, counting, or checking, eases the intensity of these thoughts, such as concerns about becoming ill, death, or something bad happening. But, these compulsions disrupt daily life due to the time a person spends performing them.
Available Treatment Options
A specific type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) called Exposure and Response Prevention is one of the most common and effective ways to treat OCD. It uses gradual exposure to troubling thoughts or ideas in a controlled environment where people use previously developed relaxation techniques and thought management strategies to calm themselves and work on resisting compulsive behavior. Other therapist interventions may also incorporate mindfulness exercises, other CBT techniques, group therapy, or medications.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
My professional career has always centered around mental and behavioral health. I have seen and been a part of amazing community efforts to empower the lives of individuals living with a severe and persistent mental illness. Working as part of the assertive community treatment (ACT) team allowed me to step into the homes of adults diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar I, schizoaffective disorde...
I started my current practice because I believe psychiatric care can be so much more than the current medical model provides patients. Engaging in active listening and providing time during sessions for you to share your concerns is essential to cultivating true change. You are not just a diagnosis. You are a unique individual whose mental, physical, and social health all impact your overall we...
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want to offer you a warm and heartfelt welcome! This is a safe space where I encourage you to share your concerns, life challenges, and perspectives so we can find solutions that works best for you.
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From the beginning, you are part of your own treatment team. I am the expert on treatment options but you are the expert on you. It’s important to me that we communicate openly and you feel respected and supported even when we are working on challenging things. You can expect clear goals in therapy and with medication, if that is a part of your treatment plan. You can also expect flexibility an...
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate and patient-centered care. I specialize in treating a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction. I offer a holistic approach that combines therapy, medication management, and lifestyle changes. My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative envi...
I offer personalized psychiatric care through holistic approaches, conducting thorough evaluations and creating tailored treatment plans for conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and ADHD. My diverse healthcare experience enables me to effectively manage mental health issues. I prioritize collaboration with counselors and family members, fostering a supportive environment...
Welcome! I’m Ada Ojobo, and I’m thrilled to meet you!
As a Board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over six years of dedicated experience in mental health, I have had the honor of providing compassionate care to patients from all walks of life. I am deeply committed to delivering excellent care, working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, addressing their unique me...