Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists in Millburn, NJ
Having trained and served at New York Medical College's Manhattan campus, I have extensive experience diagnosing and managing a range of conditions from depression and anxiety, to PTSD and OCD.
I treat adult patients who are looking for a psychiatrist that provides comprehensive and attentive care. Too often have I heard the phrase repeated: "no one has ever really listened to me before." I believe that to address someone's problem, we need to know who that person is and what their individual goals are, not just the characteristics of the problem. Let's get you back to feeling like your full self.
Having trained and served at New York Medical College's Manhattan campus, I have extensive experience diagnosing and managing a range of conditions from depression and anxiety, to PTSD and OCD.
I treat adult patients who are looking for a psychiatrist that provides comprehensive and attentive care. Too often have I heard the phrase repeated: "no one has ever really listened to me before." I believe that to address someone's problem, we need to know who that person is and what their individual goals are, not just the characteristics of the problem. Let's get you back to feeling like your full self.
Veronica M Jensen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MSN, APNC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Millburn, NJ 07041
My areas of expertise include Major Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis, PTSD, OCD, and Alzheimer Dementia.
Hello, my name is Veronica Jensen, DNP, MSN, APNC, PMHNP-BC. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who has a Doctorate of Nursing Practice. I am the founder of Pathway to Wellness LLC. I have over 8 years of experience in prescribing psychotropic medications and over 15 years in the psychiatric field. I am very comfortable with complex, acute, and chronic cases. I have worked in various settings of mental health such as inpatient psychiatric units, emergency rooms, outpatient, acute outpatient services, and nursing home Dementia/Alzheimer units. I also provide consultation services for area nursing homes.
My areas of expertise include Major Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis, PTSD, OCD, and Alzheimer Dementia.
Hello, my name is Veronica Jensen, DNP, MSN, APNC, PMHNP-BC. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who has a Doctorate of Nursing Practice. I am the founder of Pathway to Wellness LLC. I have over 8 years of experience in prescribing psychotropic medications and over 15 years in the psychiatric field. I am very comfortable with complex, acute, and chronic cases. I have worked in various settings of mental health such as inpatient psychiatric units, emergency rooms, outpatient, acute outpatient services, and nursing home Dementia/Alzheimer units. I also provide consultation services for area nursing homes.
Hubsher, Sterchele & Muthusawmy are all board certified child, adolescent & adult psychiatrists specializing in ADHD, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety & Stress, OCD & ASD.
ADHD, Mood & Behavior Center is a comprehensive Child, Adolescent & Adult psychotherapy center, available ONLINE throughout NJ & NY, from the comfort of your home, and in person in northern NJ. Our three board certified child, adolescent & adult psychiatrists are devoted to the evaluation and treatment of emotional, behavioral, social, academic & employment difficulties, including ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Autism Spectrum Disorder, OCD, learning issues, bullying & video game addiction, and collaborate with our highly trained therapists to find solutions and bring stability to the child, adult or family.
Hubsher, Sterchele & Muthusawmy are all board certified child, adolescent & adult psychiatrists specializing in ADHD, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety & Stress, OCD & ASD.
ADHD, Mood & Behavior Center is a comprehensive Child, Adolescent & Adult psychotherapy center, available ONLINE throughout NJ & NY, from the comfort of your home, and in person in northern NJ. Our three board certified child, adolescent & adult psychiatrists are devoted to the evaluation and treatment of emotional, behavioral, social, academic & employment difficulties, including ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Autism Spectrum Disorder, OCD, learning issues, bullying & video game addiction, and collaborate with our highly trained therapists to find solutions and bring stability to the child, adult or family.
Luchiee Psychiatric Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Millburn, NJ 07041
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, substance use disorder, or another mental health condition? Are you tired of navigating the waters of your mental health condition by yourself? You are not alone. I am Dr. Oluchi Chilaka, founder of Luchiee Psychiatric Services, and I am here to help. Together we will find the right treatment for your mental health condition. We provide psychiatric treatment across life-span, we also offer a range of treatments and evidence-based practices, such as Medication Assistive Treatment (MAT) if you’re in need of substance abuse treatment with Suboxone.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, substance use disorder, or another mental health condition? Are you tired of navigating the waters of your mental health condition by yourself? You are not alone. I am Dr. Oluchi Chilaka, founder of Luchiee Psychiatric Services, and I am here to help. Together we will find the right treatment for your mental health condition. We provide psychiatric treatment across life-span, we also offer a range of treatments and evidence-based practices, such as Medication Assistive Treatment (MAT) if you’re in need of substance abuse treatment with Suboxone.
I use a non judgmental approach and am there to actively listen to my patients. I am there to guide my patients/their families in their journey of recovery from mental health symptoms and in turn improve their quality of life. I provide afterschool/evening hours. I believe in team approach while working with children/parent/schools.
I use a non judgmental approach and am there to actively listen to my patients. I am there to guide my patients/their families in their journey of recovery from mental health symptoms and in turn improve their quality of life. I provide afterschool/evening hours. I believe in team approach while working with children/parent/schools.
Kate Rossettie
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP, MSN, BC
Verified Verified
Millburn, NJ 07041
Not accepting new clients
I am a Columbia University educated Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in medication management. I have 15 cherished years in mental healthcare working with very diverse populations in a wide variety of clinical settings. I treat all clients from a holistic and humanistic viewpoint and partner with them in achieving shared goals focused on optimizing their mental health and wellbeing. I have a particular interest in treating anxiety spectrum disorders and depression.
I am a Columbia University educated Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in medication management. I have 15 cherished years in mental healthcare working with very diverse populations in a wide variety of clinical settings. I treat all clients from a holistic and humanistic viewpoint and partner with them in achieving shared goals focused on optimizing their mental health and wellbeing. I have a particular interest in treating anxiety spectrum disorders and depression.
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PMC Psychiatric Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP-C, APN
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Precious Medical Care (PMC) is a Psychiatric Mental Health Clinic based in New Jersey. Our goal is to keep you healthy at all times. Our practice is staffed with highly qualified psychiatric providers with many years of experience helping mental health patients to regain sound health and mind. We provide mental health services to treat different types of diagnoses including; Psychotic disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), Crisis Intervention, Anxiety Disorder, Drug Addiction, Comorbidity, Deficit Disorder, and Medication Management in both inpatients and outpatients settings.
Precious Medical Care (PMC) is a Psychiatric Mental Health Clinic based in New Jersey. Our goal is to keep you healthy at all times. Our practice is staffed with highly qualified psychiatric providers with many years of experience helping mental health patients to regain sound health and mind. We provide mental health services to treat different types of diagnoses including; Psychotic disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), Crisis Intervention, Anxiety Disorder, Drug Addiction, Comorbidity, Deficit Disorder, and Medication Management in both inpatients and outpatients settings.
Dr. Omar Canosa is a board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, OCD, depression and related disorders. As an integrative psychiatrist, Dr. Canosa focuses on addressing both immediate symptoms and the deeper-rooted challenges of anxiety/ OCD. His practice draws from a variety of healing traditions, offering a multidimensional approach that goes beyond traditional symptom management. He is attuned to the developmental changes that occur during adolescence and young adulthood, recognizing the significant neurological shifts that influence emotional regulation and decision-making.
Dr. Omar Canosa is a board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, OCD, depression and related disorders. As an integrative psychiatrist, Dr. Canosa focuses on addressing both immediate symptoms and the deeper-rooted challenges of anxiety/ OCD. His practice draws from a variety of healing traditions, offering a multidimensional approach that goes beyond traditional symptom management. He is attuned to the developmental changes that occur during adolescence and young adulthood, recognizing the significant neurological shifts that influence emotional regulation and decision-making.
I have been in practice in Summit for over 20 years, treating adults struggling with psychiatric difficulties including: depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder and ADHD.
I graduated from Johns Hopkins University, and then received my M.D. from New Jersey Medical School. I completed my psychiatric residency at New York University and then did a fellowship in consultation-liaison psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School. I remained on the faculty where I taught medical students, did research in clinical psychopharmacology, and had a faculty practice. I also completed an externship in cognitive behavioral therapy under the tutelage of Dr. Aaron Beck at the University of Pennsylvania. I have written many published articles and have lectured extensively in the area of clinical psychopharmacology.
I have been in practice in Summit for over 20 years, treating adults struggling with psychiatric difficulties including: depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder and ADHD.
I graduated from Johns Hopkins University, and then received my M.D. from New Jersey Medical School. I completed my psychiatric residency at New York University and then did a fellowship in consultation-liaison psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School. I remained on the faculty where I taught medical students, did research in clinical psychopharmacology, and had a faculty practice. I also completed an externship in cognitive behavioral therapy under the tutelage of Dr. Aaron Beck at the University of Pennsylvania. I have written many published articles and have lectured extensively in the area of clinical psychopharmacology.
Please visit my personal website for all details and fees by clicking on the link to the left. With the privacy and convenience of videoconferencing, my focus is treating non emergent psychiatric issues, such as depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, adjustment and mood disorders. I work to understand the biological, psychological, social issues affecting every patient and will make recommendations which may include nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, meditation, light therapy, psychotherapy, supplements and/or medications. The goal is to provide private and comprehensive care in order to get every patient to better health.
Please visit my personal website for all details and fees by clicking on the link to the left. With the privacy and convenience of videoconferencing, my focus is treating non emergent psychiatric issues, such as depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, adjustment and mood disorders. I work to understand the biological, psychological, social issues affecting every patient and will make recommendations which may include nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, meditation, light therapy, psychotherapy, supplements and/or medications. The goal is to provide private and comprehensive care in order to get every patient to better health.
Amity Healthcare Services, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Union, NJ 07083
My area of specialties includes and is not limited to the following: Depression, Anxiety disorder, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, and OCD.
Benedicta Akpahu, MSN, APN, and PMHNP-BC, goal-oriented and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Benedicta has over 23 years of experience in Psychiatric and mental health as a nurse and she has many years of Nursing home experience working with elderly patients with Alzheimer's disease and other health issues. Benedicta obtained her bachelor's from the University of Phoenix and Master of Science with a focus on Psychiatric Mental Health throughout life span from Walden University. Benedicta is board-certified with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
My area of specialties includes and is not limited to the following: Depression, Anxiety disorder, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, and OCD.
Benedicta Akpahu, MSN, APN, and PMHNP-BC, goal-oriented and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Benedicta has over 23 years of experience in Psychiatric and mental health as a nurse and she has many years of Nursing home experience working with elderly patients with Alzheimer's disease and other health issues. Benedicta obtained her bachelor's from the University of Phoenix and Master of Science with a focus on Psychiatric Mental Health throughout life span from Walden University. Benedicta is board-certified with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
Kimberly Monestime
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078 (Online Only)
Accepting New Patients at TeleNP Health! 8 years of diverse experience. Holistically and comprehensively treating an array of psychiatric conditions (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, etc). We are patient-centered, no one knows you better than you. Let's work together to identify & conquer the hurdles that stand in your way to a happy, fulfilled, & purposeful life. Visit our website to access an appointment. Currently offering telepsychiatry services for Adolescents, College Mental Health, & Adults.
Accepting New Patients at TeleNP Health! 8 years of diverse experience. Holistically and comprehensively treating an array of psychiatric conditions (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, etc). We are patient-centered, no one knows you better than you. Let's work together to identify & conquer the hurdles that stand in your way to a happy, fulfilled, & purposeful life. Visit our website to access an appointment. Currently offering telepsychiatry services for Adolescents, College Mental Health, & Adults.
Dr. Jake works with patients of all backgrounds to collaboratively target mental health concerns. Areas of focus include ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, bipolar, addiction, and psychosis.
Dr. Jake works with patients of all backgrounds to collaboratively target mental health concerns. Areas of focus include ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, bipolar, addiction, and psychosis.
Chioma Ugo-Ogbuewu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union, NJ 07083 (Online Only)
With expertise in assessing, diagnosing, and treating various psychiatric disorders, I specialize in conditions such as Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, OCD, and a broad spectrum of others.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I'm deeply passionate about guiding individuals through mental health challenges with compassion and expertise. I prioritize holistic care and therapeutic relationships, aiming to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where patients feel valued and understood. My practice is evidence-based, culturally sensitive, and collaborative, tailored to each person's unique needs and goals. I advocate for patients' rights and strive to reduce mental health stigma, viewing my role not just as a profession, but as a calling to bring hope, healing, and empowerment to those I serve.
With expertise in assessing, diagnosing, and treating various psychiatric disorders, I specialize in conditions such as Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, OCD, and a broad spectrum of others.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I'm deeply passionate about guiding individuals through mental health challenges with compassion and expertise. I prioritize holistic care and therapeutic relationships, aiming to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where patients feel valued and understood. My practice is evidence-based, culturally sensitive, and collaborative, tailored to each person's unique needs and goals. I advocate for patients' rights and strive to reduce mental health stigma, viewing my role not just as a profession, but as a calling to bring hope, healing, and empowerment to those I serve.
She provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management along with psychotherapy and follow-ups to adults, children & adolescents for different mental disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, ODD, school problems, selective mutism and Tourette's syndrome.
Dr. Altagracia Gomez Aracena is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Instituto Tecnologico and completed her residency and subsequently her fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, where she was appointed Chief in both programs. She has been working as an attending psychiatrist at Robert Wood Johnson- Barnabas Health covering adult program and the child and adolescent outpatient clinic. Dr. Gomez Aracena provides non-judgmental and compassionate care and strategies to achieve and embrace one's full potential.
She provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management along with psychotherapy and follow-ups to adults, children & adolescents for different mental disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, ODD, school problems, selective mutism and Tourette's syndrome.
Dr. Altagracia Gomez Aracena is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Instituto Tecnologico and completed her residency and subsequently her fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, where she was appointed Chief in both programs. She has been working as an attending psychiatrist at Robert Wood Johnson- Barnabas Health covering adult program and the child and adolescent outpatient clinic. Dr. Gomez Aracena provides non-judgmental and compassionate care and strategies to achieve and embrace one's full potential.
Glorious Dawn Mental Health Services LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
Medication management and treatment of psychiatric disorders in adolescents, and adults, such as ► ADHD children, adolescents and Adult ►Depression ►Anxiety ►PTSD ►Bipolar ►Psychosis ► OCD ►Mood disorder ►Eating disorder ► Insomnia ►Schizophrenia, etc.
I am a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner in New Jersey and New York. My passion is driven by my desire to see everyone do well. I have always been guided by my belief that I will only be judged by the success/recovery of my patients. My goal is to foster healing and provide quality evidence-based mental health care services for patients and their families. The core focus of our care is patient-driven.
Medication management and treatment of psychiatric disorders in adolescents, and adults, such as ► ADHD children, adolescents and Adult ►Depression ►Anxiety ►PTSD ►Bipolar ►Psychosis ► OCD ►Mood disorder ►Eating disorder ► Insomnia ►Schizophrenia, etc.
I am a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner in New Jersey and New York. My passion is driven by my desire to see everyone do well. I have always been guided by my belief that I will only be judged by the success/recovery of my patients. My goal is to foster healing and provide quality evidence-based mental health care services for patients and their families. The core focus of our care is patient-driven.
Office Procedures: TMS for depression and OCD, Vivitrol Injections for Opioid/Alcohol dependence.
My treatment philosophy involves operating from a biopsychosocial framework to implement the most comprehensive treatment plan for each patient. I believe psychopharmacological interventions are an important part of a treatment plan, but are most efficacious in conjunction with other non-pharmacological interventions such as psychodynamic or cognitive behavioral psychotherapy as well as integrative medicine. My services include consultation, medication management and TMS. I work very closely with a number of therapists who I refer to if therapy is essential to your treatment.
Office Procedures: TMS for depression and OCD, Vivitrol Injections for Opioid/Alcohol dependence.
My treatment philosophy involves operating from a biopsychosocial framework to implement the most comprehensive treatment plan for each patient. I believe psychopharmacological interventions are an important part of a treatment plan, but are most efficacious in conjunction with other non-pharmacological interventions such as psychodynamic or cognitive behavioral psychotherapy as well as integrative medicine. My services include consultation, medication management and TMS. I work very closely with a number of therapists who I refer to if therapy is essential to your treatment.
I am a psychiatrist with over 30 years experience in private practice, board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I work with patients with depression, anxiety, panic, substance abuse, ADD, OCD, bipolar disorder, marital and relationship issues as well as most other problems for which people seek professional help.
I am a psychiatrist with over 30 years experience in private practice, board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I work with patients with depression, anxiety, panic, substance abuse, ADD, OCD, bipolar disorder, marital and relationship issues as well as most other problems for which people seek professional help.
Jaeger specializes in anxiety and mood disorders, phobia, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, generalized anxiety disorders, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorder, addiction psychiatry and more.
Yale University trained psychiatrist, Dr. Stephen Jaeger’s philosophy on psychiatric care is grounded in his belief that every client is entitled to the highest quality personalized care. His unique approach focuses on individualized treatment plans. His mission is to optimize every aspect of your life and the individualized treatment plans are designed to do just that. Clients play an active role in tailoring their personalized treatment plan with Dr. Jaeger.
Jaeger specializes in anxiety and mood disorders, phobia, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, generalized anxiety disorders, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorder, addiction psychiatry and more.
Yale University trained psychiatrist, Dr. Stephen Jaeger’s philosophy on psychiatric care is grounded in his belief that every client is entitled to the highest quality personalized care. His unique approach focuses on individualized treatment plans. His mission is to optimize every aspect of your life and the individualized treatment plans are designed to do just that. Clients play an active role in tailoring their personalized treatment plan with Dr. Jaeger.
Advanced Professional Healthcare Services, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APN-BC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Union, NJ 07083
We specialize in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders - Bipolar Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Psychotic Disorders-Schizophrenia, Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Impulse Control and Addiction Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorders and more.
Our experienced and compassionate professionals put our clients and their mental health care needs first. At Advanced Professional Healthcare, we understand that every client is special and has a different need. We customize our treatment to suit the healthcare needs of our clients in a caring, respectful and confidential environment. We provide comprehensive assessment to assist with the right diagnosis and treatment for you and your family. We discuss your diagnosis with you and offer you treatment choices with medication management, therapy or combination to support your mental health care goals and maximize your recovery.
We specialize in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders - Bipolar Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Psychotic Disorders-Schizophrenia, Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Impulse Control and Addiction Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorders and more.
Our experienced and compassionate professionals put our clients and their mental health care needs first. At Advanced Professional Healthcare, we understand that every client is special and has a different need. We customize our treatment to suit the healthcare needs of our clients in a caring, respectful and confidential environment. We provide comprehensive assessment to assist with the right diagnosis and treatment for you and your family. We discuss your diagnosis with you and offer you treatment choices with medication management, therapy or combination to support your mental health care goals and maximize your recovery.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists
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.