Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists in Mount Vernon, NY

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Grace Onovo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Grace Onovo is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with 22 years of experience - 6 of those years are devoted to psychiatric care. She spent 16 years treating patients with Substance-Use Disorders and mental illnesses. She specializes in Medication Management and Medication Assisted Treatment (Suboxone). She assesses, diagnoses and treats adults and children with sleep disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, OCD and much more. She offers Individual, Group, Family, and Support Therapies in addition to Motivational Interview Therapy.
Grace Onovo is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with 22 years of experience - 6 of those years are devoted to psychiatric care. She spent 16 years treating patients with Substance-Use Disorders and mental illnesses. She specializes in Medication Management and Medication Assisted Treatment (Suboxone). She assesses, diagnoses and treats adults and children with sleep disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, OCD and much more. She offers Individual, Group, Family, and Support Therapies in addition to Motivational Interview Therapy.
(914) 279-3463 View (914) 279-3463
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Psychiatrist in Westchester
Psychiatrist, MD, MBBS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, NY 10550  (Online Only)
Whatever your reasons for seeking care include depression, OCD, hallucinations, ADHD, bipolar disorder or just wanting to perform better at work, everyone can respond to treatment and has potential to feel better.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist, licensed in New York. I have trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, family and marital therapy. I have always felt that the brain is the most important and neglected organ in the body, and taking care of the brain is the key to well being. I take a holistic approach to care, evaluating for physical, nutrition, hormones, situational and psychodynamic causes of illness, whilst practicing evidence based psychiatry. I have a background in integrative psychiatry and HIV psychiatry. I believe that everyone has value, and everyone deserves the best care.
Whatever your reasons for seeking care include depression, OCD, hallucinations, ADHD, bipolar disorder or just wanting to perform better at work, everyone can respond to treatment and has potential to feel better.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist, licensed in New York. I have trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, family and marital therapy. I have always felt that the brain is the most important and neglected organ in the body, and taking care of the brain is the key to well being. I take a holistic approach to care, evaluating for physical, nutrition, hormones, situational and psychodynamic causes of illness, whilst practicing evidence based psychiatry. I have a background in integrative psychiatry and HIV psychiatry. I believe that everyone has value, and everyone deserves the best care.
(914) 618-5989 View (914) 618-5989
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Tamara Henry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Tamara's ideal client seeks a compassionate and patient psychiatric nurse practitioner who values the interconnectedness of physical and mental well-being. Clients come with a variety of issues, and their needs are diverse. Tamara understands that each patient is unique, and her goal is to provide personalized care that addresses physical and mental health. Her clients appreciate her holistic approach, which goes beyond prescribing medications to discuss sleep, nutrition, exercise, work-life balance, stressors, and positive coping skills. Tamara's commitment is to empower her clients, fostering a sense of well-being.
Tamara's ideal client seeks a compassionate and patient psychiatric nurse practitioner who values the interconnectedness of physical and mental well-being. Clients come with a variety of issues, and their needs are diverse. Tamara understands that each patient is unique, and her goal is to provide personalized care that addresses physical and mental health. Her clients appreciate her holistic approach, which goes beyond prescribing medications to discuss sleep, nutrition, exercise, work-life balance, stressors, and positive coping skills. Tamara's commitment is to empower her clients, fostering a sense of well-being.
(914) 326-0559 View (914) 326-0559
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Vinessa Maxwell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, NY 10550  (Online Only)
Life can be a challenge, but it does not have to be that way. Seek help today! Ms. Maxwell is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at the Herbert Lehman College and her Master of Science degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing at the Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing.
Life can be a challenge, but it does not have to be that way. Seek help today! Ms. Maxwell is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at the Herbert Lehman College and her Master of Science degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing at the Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing.
(475) 275-0805 View (475) 275-0805
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Tri-Star Behavioral Health Inc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FPMHNP, MSN, APRN, ANCC-BC, BSN
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
I am a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is Board Certified. I have expertise in providing Psychiatric Assessments, Medication Management, Individual and Family Psychotherapy. I specialize in Child/Adolescent, Young Adults, Adults and the Geriatric Population. Majority of my training and clinical experience has been at Bellevue Hospital, VA Hospitals and the Prison System.
I am a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is Board Certified. I have expertise in providing Psychiatric Assessments, Medication Management, Individual and Family Psychotherapy. I specialize in Child/Adolescent, Young Adults, Adults and the Geriatric Population. Majority of my training and clinical experience has been at Bellevue Hospital, VA Hospitals and the Prison System.
(646) 863-4287 View (646) 863-4287
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Hierarchy Bh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
I am a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is Board Certified. I have a expertise in providing Psychiatric Assessments, Medication Management, Individual and Family Psychotherapy. I am specialized in Adults and Geriatric Psychiatry. Majority of my training and clinical experience has been at coney island hospital and Lincoln hospital.
I am a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is Board Certified. I have a expertise in providing Psychiatric Assessments, Medication Management, Individual and Family Psychotherapy. I am specialized in Adults and Geriatric Psychiatry. Majority of my training and clinical experience has been at coney island hospital and Lincoln hospital.
(914) 368-6613 View (914) 368-6613
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Triesha Gayle-Lawson At Core Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, NY 10550  (Online Only)
Book an appointment on our website corepsychiatry.org! Dr. Gayle-Lawson has Board Certifications from the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Dr. Gayle-Lawson is a member of Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society and is affiliated with several advanced practice organizations dedicated to patient advocacy and access to quality mental health care. With over 16 years of diagnostic and treatment experience, she is well versed in the practice of psychiatry and mental health.
Book an appointment on our website corepsychiatry.org! Dr. Gayle-Lawson has Board Certifications from the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Dr. Gayle-Lawson is a member of Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society and is affiliated with several advanced practice organizations dedicated to patient advocacy and access to quality mental health care. With over 16 years of diagnostic and treatment experience, she is well versed in the practice of psychiatry and mental health.
(518) 667-7551 View (518) 667-7551
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TelePsychiatristPiedmont Behavioral Services
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
We provide Child and Adult Psychiatry, Therapy and Substance abuse services via video across New York. Our Board Certified Psychiatrists and Therapists are available to help everyday and we can offer same day appointments. Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine uses video link (via computer or smartphone) to offer appointments from home or outside clinic. It offers the option to see a psychiatrist any time as long as you have access to your smart phone or computer. Please use our website or below link to make an appointment. https://piedmontbs.com/telepsychiatry
We provide Child and Adult Psychiatry, Therapy and Substance abuse services via video across New York. Our Board Certified Psychiatrists and Therapists are available to help everyday and we can offer same day appointments. Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine uses video link (via computer or smartphone) to offer appointments from home or outside clinic. It offers the option to see a psychiatrist any time as long as you have access to your smart phone or computer. Please use our website or below link to make an appointment. https://piedmontbs.com/telepsychiatry
(914) 313-8262 View (914) 313-8262
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Gundu Reddy
Psychiatrist, MD, MBBS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, NY 10550  (Online Only)
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist, with a background in HIV, psychiatry, integrative psychiatry and treatment resistance. I have also pursued an additional two years of training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the NYU psychoanalytic institute. I feel that most people neglect psychiatric symptoms and either suffer in silence , either because they do not realize that their symptoms are treatable or they believe that they have to be strong. Many people are on the wrong medication, on sub-therapeutic therapeutic doses. In my experience , with care and perseverance, most people can get better, and achieve a better quality of life.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist, with a background in HIV, psychiatry, integrative psychiatry and treatment resistance. I have also pursued an additional two years of training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the NYU psychoanalytic institute. I feel that most people neglect psychiatric symptoms and either suffer in silence , either because they do not realize that their symptoms are treatable or they believe that they have to be strong. Many people are on the wrong medication, on sub-therapeutic therapeutic doses. In my experience , with care and perseverance, most people can get better, and achieve a better quality of life.
(914) 826-8976 View (914) 826-8976
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Orenda Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, NY 10551  (Online Only)
My name is Kimberly Levitt. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric NP. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health treatment that prioritizes individual need. I encourage each patient to take an active role in their treatment as this overwhelmingly results in successful outcomes. I have experience in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and insomnia. I try to fully understand my patients and I provide a therapeutic space for them to feel comfortable sharing their story. I combine medication with talk therapy in each session.
My name is Kimberly Levitt. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric NP. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health treatment that prioritizes individual need. I encourage each patient to take an active role in their treatment as this overwhelmingly results in successful outcomes. I have experience in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and insomnia. I try to fully understand my patients and I provide a therapeutic space for them to feel comfortable sharing their story. I combine medication with talk therapy in each session.
(347) 707-7735 View (347) 707-7735

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Emily Leiner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10470  (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Emily and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Chronic Illness, College/Graduate Student Mental Health, Depression, Family Issues, Life Transitions, Relationship Struggles, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Sleep Problems, Stress Management, OCD and ADHD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Emily and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Chronic Illness, College/Graduate Student Mental Health, Depression, Family Issues, Life Transitions, Relationship Struggles, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Sleep Problems, Stress Management, OCD and ADHD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
(929) 338-6112 View (929) 338-6112
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Dr. Joji Binu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, RN
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10456  (Online Only)
With over two decades of psychiatric experience, I specialize in treating a wide range of conditions, including anxiety, personality, and psychotic disorders, OCD, substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, and more.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with depression or other mental health concerns? You’re not alone, and seeking help is the first step toward feeling better. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or navigating complex conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or substance use, you deserve personalized care that addresses both your emotional and physical well-being. Your goals are important to me, and I'm here to help you achieve lasting progress. Together, we will create a treatment plan that incorporates your strengths and builds on them to foster lasting change.
With over two decades of psychiatric experience, I specialize in treating a wide range of conditions, including anxiety, personality, and psychotic disorders, OCD, substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, and more.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with depression or other mental health concerns? You’re not alone, and seeking help is the first step toward feeling better. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or navigating complex conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or substance use, you deserve personalized care that addresses both your emotional and physical well-being. Your goals are important to me, and I'm here to help you achieve lasting progress. Together, we will create a treatment plan that incorporates your strengths and builds on them to foster lasting change.
(646) 604-2385 View (646) 604-2385
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Edward K Afful
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10475
Afful uses an evidence-based practice model approach to manage mental illnesses through psychotherapy, medication management and other modalities such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for treatment of conditions such as Treatment Resistant Depression, OCD and Anxiety, as well as Esketamine (Spravato) for treatment resistant depression.
Feeling down, low or sad? Anxious, irritable? Experiencing mood swings, panic attacks? Are you experiencing intrusive thoughts or hearing voices? Or you need a provider to hear you out and offer support and guidance to make the day a little better? Mr Afful can help you or your loved one manage anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, attention-deficit disorders as well as many other mental illnesses. Edward Afful is a Board certified Psychiatric mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), licensed in New York State and based in NYC. Mr. Afful has over 10 years experience working in mental health care.
Afful uses an evidence-based practice model approach to manage mental illnesses through psychotherapy, medication management and other modalities such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for treatment of conditions such as Treatment Resistant Depression, OCD and Anxiety, as well as Esketamine (Spravato) for treatment resistant depression.
Feeling down, low or sad? Anxious, irritable? Experiencing mood swings, panic attacks? Are you experiencing intrusive thoughts or hearing voices? Or you need a provider to hear you out and offer support and guidance to make the day a little better? Mr Afful can help you or your loved one manage anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, attention-deficit disorders as well as many other mental illnesses. Edward Afful is a Board certified Psychiatric mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), licensed in New York State and based in NYC. Mr. Afful has over 10 years experience working in mental health care.
(914) 350-4238 View (914) 350-4238
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Xenia Protopopescu
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
I am a Yale-educated, Cornell- and Columbia-trained psychiatrist (MD) with a PhD in neuroscience, providing customized treatment based on individual needs. I am committed to improving the wellness of my patients through a flexible and responsive approach. I specialize in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood, and personality disorders. I am well versed in CBT, IPT, DBT, and psychodynamic psychotherapy (insight-oriented psychotherapy). I'm board certified (ABPN) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. I believe that effective treatment requires getting to know patients as individuals.
I am a Yale-educated, Cornell- and Columbia-trained psychiatrist (MD) with a PhD in neuroscience, providing customized treatment based on individual needs. I am committed to improving the wellness of my patients through a flexible and responsive approach. I specialize in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood, and personality disorders. I am well versed in CBT, IPT, DBT, and psychodynamic psychotherapy (insight-oriented psychotherapy). I'm board certified (ABPN) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. I believe that effective treatment requires getting to know patients as individuals.
(646) 600-9012 View (646) 600-9012
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Kim Morrison
Psychiatric Nurse, MA, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Bronxville, NY 10708
Thank you for visiting! Currently there is a waiting list for new patients. Nurse Practitioners dispense compassion, serenity & caring. I am a licensed, board-certified Advanced Practice Nurse in Psychiatry/Mental Health with prescriptive authority most often treating adults with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Insomnia & Gay/Lesbian issues.
Thank you for visiting! Currently there is a waiting list for new patients. Nurse Practitioners dispense compassion, serenity & caring. I am a licensed, board-certified Advanced Practice Nurse in Psychiatry/Mental Health with prescriptive authority most often treating adults with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Insomnia & Gay/Lesbian issues.
(917) 725-2161 View (917) 725-2161
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Lashandra Saulsberry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10466  (Online Only)
Shandra is dedicated to providing warm, compassionate care to each individual throughout their healing journey. She treats complex mood and anxiety disorders, panic disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Women’s Health, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Insomnia, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder LGBTQ+ issues, panic disorder and more.
Shandra is dedicated to providing warm, compassionate care to each individual throughout their healing journey. She treats complex mood and anxiety disorders, panic disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Women’s Health, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Insomnia, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder LGBTQ+ issues, panic disorder and more.
(901) 519-3238 View (901) 519-3238
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David Andrew Stern
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Bronxville, NY 10708
I am a Columbia and Albert Einstein trained, board certified adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst. In addition to working with patients, I am actively engaged in teaching and supervising younger psychiatrists and psychologists.
I am a Columbia and Albert Einstein trained, board certified adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst. In addition to working with patients, I am actively engaged in teaching and supervising younger psychiatrists and psychologists.
(914) 228-6794 View (914) 228-6794
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Alexis N Haughton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10466  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, with more than 11 years of psychiatric experience. I strive to provide safe access to mental health services across the lifespan and specialize in a wide range of psychiatric conditions. I am certified in medical Marijuana and Suboxone.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, with more than 11 years of psychiatric experience. I strive to provide safe access to mental health services across the lifespan and specialize in a wide range of psychiatric conditions. I am certified in medical Marijuana and Suboxone.
(914) 350-6323 View (914) 350-6323
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Leila Jean-Baptiste
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New Rochelle, NY 10801
Leila Jean Baptiste is a medical doctor with more than ten years of experience, specializing in General Adult Psychiatry, who treats patients between 18 to 65. Leila obtained her medical degree at The State University of Haiti, where she specialized and completed her training as chief resident in Pediatrics. She then moved to the USA and continued her training with a second specialization in Adult General Psychiatry at the Westchester Medical Center Hospital in Valhalla, NY. Leila has a special interest in mental health advocacy and serves as an executive member in the Haitian American Psychiatry Association(HAPA).
Leila Jean Baptiste is a medical doctor with more than ten years of experience, specializing in General Adult Psychiatry, who treats patients between 18 to 65. Leila obtained her medical degree at The State University of Haiti, where she specialized and completed her training as chief resident in Pediatrics. She then moved to the USA and continued her training with a second specialization in Adult General Psychiatry at the Westchester Medical Center Hospital in Valhalla, NY. Leila has a special interest in mental health advocacy and serves as an executive member in the Haitian American Psychiatry Association(HAPA).
(914) 344-6492 View (914) 344-6492
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Nader Galal
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Bronxville, NY 10708
Welcome, My name is Dr. Nader Galal. I'm a Board Certified Psychiatrist working in a Private Practice, in New York City. As a psychiatrist, my goal is to help you by diagnosing potential mental health conditions. I will discuss and offer my patients the best treatment options available. I am specialized in - but am not limited to - the treatment of ADD/ADHD, mood and personality disorders. If you require medication treatment options, I am able to provide medication management. If therapy is recommended or needed, my practice works with several therapists who can provide a wide range of services.
Welcome, My name is Dr. Nader Galal. I'm a Board Certified Psychiatrist working in a Private Practice, in New York City. As a psychiatrist, my goal is to help you by diagnosing potential mental health conditions. I will discuss and offer my patients the best treatment options available. I am specialized in - but am not limited to - the treatment of ADD/ADHD, mood and personality disorders. If you require medication treatment options, I am able to provide medication management. If therapy is recommended or needed, my practice works with several therapists who can provide a wide range of services.
(917) 512-7736 View (917) 512-7736

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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.