Research shows that it takes around 17 years from the time that symptoms appear to receiving proper treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The gold standard treatment for OCD is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
The Anxiety & OCD Treatment Center offers effective therapy to address the several variants of OCD manifestations and co-occurring problems, though this list is not exhaustive.
Concern with contaminating self, others, or contracting and spreading a disease
Excessive concern with religious principles, right/wrong, morality, and what the thoughts mean about you
Concern with harming self or others, even though you're scared of these thoughts and don't want to act on them
Thinking that you are responsible for others in a far-fetched way
Covert compulsions occurring in the mind and not visible to others
Doubts and rumination about a past event
Doubts about relationships that don't make sense to you and grounded on little evidence
Arranging items so that they're perfectly aligned or feel "right"
Doubts about sexual orientation or gender identity even though this is uncharacteristic of you
Distressing fixation on physical sensations or automatic bodily functions (e.g., swallowing, blinking)
With the proper treatment, OCD can be well-managed. This is accomplished by a carefully crafted treatment plan to meet the challenges of each individual. After a thorough assessment of your symptoms, triggers, and compulsions, we collaborate closely to develop an exposure list informed by your values and important life goals. Treatment is centered on Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), or a gradual approach towards fears and refraining from engaging in compulsions.
Accessible from the convenience of home, an online OCD treatment format provides flexibility without compromising the effectiveness of research-based interventions. In fact, there are unique benefits of doing ERP in your home setting, or by "meeting" somewhere public to do exposures through video, such that we can more directly target fears than we would have been able to in an office setting. Where an individual's circumstance may indicate that the telehealth format is not appropriate, we provide recommendations for alternatives for an in-person format.
Specialized OCD treatment
We offer specialized treatment catered to your individual needs. Whatever your particular problem may be, we professionally employ scientifically supported strategies throughout treatment to foster lasting change.
Individuals may be interested in accelerating progress through the intensive treatment option, which provides an environment for more concentrated, rapid improvement. Sessions can be scheduled at up to a 5-day intensive treatment frequency for one to three sessions back-to-back, for a finite period of time. Learn more about the accelerated treatment option here.
OCD treatment excellence in Florida
Set against the backdrop of Florida's tranquil landscape, the Anxiety & OCD Treatment Center strives towards excellence. Whether you are seeking specialized care for a loved one or needing support for your OCD, we are dedicated to walking you through your unique treatment needs. We help you achieve your goals with compassion, expertise, and a commitment to your well-being.
Learn more about therapeutic modalities used to treat OCD here!