helping you face your fears and find lasting relief.
OCD Treatment in Philadelphia, PA.
Evidenced-based therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder for teens and adults.
Do you feel trapped on an emotional rollercoaster that you can’t get off of?
it’s a never-ending cycle of trying to feel better but you’re EXHAUSTED
Maybe you’ve been in therapy for years but you’re not getting better, or perhaps your anxiety spirals are causing issues with your partner or spouse. You might be frequently late to work because you can’t leave the house without excessively checking things. You always imagine the worst-case scenario, and feel stuck in a loop of trying to reassure yourself. Maybe you’ve kept things quiet for a while, but the cycle is louder, more exhausting, harder to hide.
Perhaps you’re too afraid to change your baby’s diaper out of fear of harming them. Or you’re exhausted from lying awake all night, constantly checking to see if your baby is breathing. You’re terrified of having these thoughts but are too afraid to say them outloud because you fear they might come true. You’re feeling crushed by intense worry that something bad will happen and that it will be your fault.
you’re noticing the impact
You’re up all night googling and checking things
You’re constantly seeking reassurance from your friends and family
You avoid making decisions out of fear of getting it “wrong” or hurting someone.
You’re late to work or school because of your rituals.
You’re not alone
It may feel impossible now, but you can quiet the mental noise and have peace . You can enjoy your life without fear. You can trust yourself again. And I can help you get there.
Here’s what we’ll do together
Evidenced-based therapy that helps rewire your brain so that OCD doesn’t call all the shots. You’ll learn tools for building confidence and flexibility so you can live the life you want.
I use a research-backed approach called Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Here’s how it works:
We’ll address the thoughts and triggers that bring up your anxiety through therapy exposure exercises, both during our sessions and outside of sessions.
Instead of responding with compulsions or rituals, I help you practice sitting with discomfort.
Over time, your brain learns that you can handle your anxiety and that it can’t control you. We go at your pace with compasssion, humor and empathy.
remember this
Everyone has weird thoughts. They don’t say anything about your values and who you are as a person. OCD creates fear around these thoughts that are not based in facts.
What we’ll work on
Imagine a life where…
Your thoughts are just thoughts
Intrusive thoughts might still come up, but they become background noise. You no longer believe them and they don’t control you.
You feel more present
You actually look forward to things and feel excited about the future. You no longer expect the worst-case scenario. You stop avoiding life and start actually living.
You trust yourself
You dont’ second guess yourself and can make decisions with confidence.
it’s time for a calmer, happier, and more present life
Ready to feel more like you again?
Questions?
FAQs
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I help people overcome OCD using the evidenced-based model, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Treatment begins with an assessment to confirm whether you meet the criteria for OCD, and the level of intensity your symptoms are. This can take 1-2 sessions.
We’ll go over in detail how ERP works, and how it will help your OCD. The goal is for you to have a full understanding of what to expect from treatment.
Next, we’ll create a detailed list of your obsessions, fears, triggers and thoughts. We’ll use that list to create exposure exercises that you’ll practice in session.
A large part of treatment will be practicing these exposure therapy exercises in sessions, while working to resist doing your compulsions. I will support you throughout this process.
Treatment involves 1-2 sessions a week, and homework in between sessions.
Homework involves practicing exercises that are completed during sessions at home or in the community with ongoing work on resisting doing your compulsions.
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There is no set timeline with therapy, but ERP therapy can take around 17-25 sessions, though it might take longer. This depends on how often we meet, and how often you’re able to complete homework between sessions.
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While there are no guarantees, Exposure and Response Prevention is considered the first line of treatment for OCD. With that being said, it’s not for everyone! It requires a commitment of time and energy, and can feel uncomfortable since you’ll be confronting your fears directly. It’s not uncommon to see a slight uptick in anxiety before you start to feel better.
ERP is a good fit for you if:
You’re able to commit to at least one hour long session a week.
You’re able to complete daily homework exercises that are about 15-20 minutes a day, while also working on resisting your compulsions.
You’ve tried other types of therapy before but haven’t found relief.
You’ve been recently diagnosed with OCD.
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You can schedule a free 15-20 minute phone consultation by clicking here to book online directly.
Prefer to email to setup a consultation? Click here, and scroll down to the contact form. I’ll reply to your email within 1-2 business days (not on weekends).
Here’s what to expect from the consultation call:
We’ll discuss what’s bringing you to therapy and what you’re hoping to get out of sessions.
If you feel it’s a good fit, we can schedule your first appointment.
You will receive an email to set up your client portal and complete the intake paperwork online. Once all of the forms are completed, your appointment will be confirmed.