Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in High Point, NC

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Robert Milan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27260
In my 30 years of clinical experience I have been able to help people from all walks of life find relief from a wide variety of psychological and behavioral problems. My areas of speciality include: anxiety disorders, including obsessive compulsive disorder (using CBT & exposure/response prevention), trichotillomania, compulsive skin picking, other OC spectrum disorders, panic disorder, phobias, generalized anxiety disorder, PTSD, and social phobias; mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder; sexual addiction; situational problems. I have been trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, incuding cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic therapies, EMDR, and mindfulness approaches to therapy.
In my 30 years of clinical experience I have been able to help people from all walks of life find relief from a wide variety of psychological and behavioral problems. My areas of speciality include: anxiety disorders, including obsessive compulsive disorder (using CBT & exposure/response prevention), trichotillomania, compulsive skin picking, other OC spectrum disorders, panic disorder, phobias, generalized anxiety disorder, PTSD, and social phobias; mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder; sexual addiction; situational problems. I have been trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, incuding cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic therapies, EMDR, and mindfulness approaches to therapy.
(336) 310-5648 View (336) 310-5648
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Karla Townsend -Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27260
I provide counseling to adults, teens, children, and families who are warmly welcomed and active participants in therapy at my office. Counseling at this office offers creative avenues for self expression as well as more formal assessments for treatment planning. Acceptance Therapy, including Trauma Focused ACT, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/CBT are integral to my counseling approach. In addition, I have a specific expertise in the treatment of Eating Disorders, ADHD and OCD. I am licensed to provide counseling services in North Carolina, Indiana and Missouri.
I provide counseling to adults, teens, children, and families who are warmly welcomed and active participants in therapy at my office. Counseling at this office offers creative avenues for self expression as well as more formal assessments for treatment planning. Acceptance Therapy, including Trauma Focused ACT, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/CBT are integral to my counseling approach. In addition, I have a specific expertise in the treatment of Eating Disorders, ADHD and OCD. I am licensed to provide counseling services in North Carolina, Indiana and Missouri.
(336) 281-6636 View (336) 281-6636
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The Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Psychological Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27265
Psychologists Dennis L. McKnight, Ph.D. and Erik Nelson, M.A., have a combined 30+ years of experience as Cognitive-Behavior Therapy specialists. State of the art treatments are utilized for the treatment of: Mood Disorders, including Depression; Dysthymia; Bipolar I and II and Cyclotymia. Anxiety Disorders, that include Panic Disorder; Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder; Generalized Anxiety; Social Anxiety; PTSD; and Phobias. Also ADHD Evaluation and Treatment for individuals and adults. Stressful Life Situations; Marital Therapy and Relationship Counseling; Personal Growth; Self-Esteem Issues; Anger Issues; Family Therapy; Codependency; and Blended Family Counseling.
Psychologists Dennis L. McKnight, Ph.D. and Erik Nelson, M.A., have a combined 30+ years of experience as Cognitive-Behavior Therapy specialists. State of the art treatments are utilized for the treatment of: Mood Disorders, including Depression; Dysthymia; Bipolar I and II and Cyclotymia. Anxiety Disorders, that include Panic Disorder; Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder; Generalized Anxiety; Social Anxiety; PTSD; and Phobias. Also ADHD Evaluation and Treatment for individuals and adults. Stressful Life Situations; Marital Therapy and Relationship Counseling; Personal Growth; Self-Esteem Issues; Anger Issues; Family Therapy; Codependency; and Blended Family Counseling.
(336) 459-3576 View (336) 459-3576
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Skylar Elise McGhee
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27260
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with eating disorders, self-esteem, trauma, depression & anxiety, OCD, and life transitions.
My hope as a psychotherapist is to build a relationship based on trust, respect, and hopefulness with my clients. I view psychotherapy not only as a way to address symptoms, but as a gateway to more joy, wholeness, and pleasure in our lives.
I specialize in working with eating disorders, self-esteem, trauma, depression & anxiety, OCD, and life transitions.
My hope as a psychotherapist is to build a relationship based on trust, respect, and hopefulness with my clients. I view psychotherapy not only as a way to address symptoms, but as a gateway to more joy, wholeness, and pleasure in our lives.
(919) 587-8372 View (919) 587-8372
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Trindale Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27260
Finding a therapist that you feel like you can click with and understands you or your child can be an overwhelming route in the sea of mental health. Sometimes a major life event happens that shakes us to our core. Or we discover that we are starting to lose the tolerance we used to have to manage the twists and turns of this unpredictable life. Or maybe, we just need an objective person to listen and truly hear us. I ensure to provide a safe and open environment to process internal and external challenges. Let's get to a place where you and/or your child feel more confident in overcoming obstacles and finding joy in daily life.
Finding a therapist that you feel like you can click with and understands you or your child can be an overwhelming route in the sea of mental health. Sometimes a major life event happens that shakes us to our core. Or we discover that we are starting to lose the tolerance we used to have to manage the twists and turns of this unpredictable life. Or maybe, we just need an objective person to listen and truly hear us. I ensure to provide a safe and open environment to process internal and external challenges. Let's get to a place where you and/or your child feel more confident in overcoming obstacles and finding joy in daily life.
(336) 892-9765 View (336) 892-9765
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Inclusion Counseling Services, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSRC, LCMHCS, CRC, LCAS, MAC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27260
I have been working in the counseling profession for over 16 years. My area of expertise is People With Disability, children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. In my work, I utilize an eclectic style of counseling; continuing this further, I do exclusively support family system therapy, person centered and solution focus therapy. I believe that family interactions and communication patterns are important to understanding current issues. I look at evidence-based approaches as tools to help you reach your goals with the intentions of long-term growth and change.
I have been working in the counseling profession for over 16 years. My area of expertise is People With Disability, children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. In my work, I utilize an eclectic style of counseling; continuing this further, I do exclusively support family system therapy, person centered and solution focus therapy. I believe that family interactions and communication patterns are important to understanding current issues. I look at evidence-based approaches as tools to help you reach your goals with the intentions of long-term growth and change.
(336) 589-6025 View (336) 589-6025
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Kristie Sessoms, LCMHC
Counselor, LCMHC, MS, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27265
Are you wanting to change old patterns, self-limiting beliefs, and habits that have been keeping you from being your authentic self? I can work with you through therapy, using an integrating approach (mind, body, spirit). When it comes to counseling I believe that approaches and techniques play a large part in the therapeutic process, however, it begins with building trust between the client and counselor. It is always my goal to create a safe place for empathy and understanding.
Are you wanting to change old patterns, self-limiting beliefs, and habits that have been keeping you from being your authentic self? I can work with you through therapy, using an integrating approach (mind, body, spirit). When it comes to counseling I believe that approaches and techniques play a large part in the therapeutic process, however, it begins with building trust between the client and counselor. It is always my goal to create a safe place for empathy and understanding.
(336) 664-8836 View (336) 664-8836
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Erin L Joyner
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27265  (Online Only)
My name is Erin Joyner, and I am a Master’s Intern Therapist at Breaking Cycles Counseling. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal relationships, life changes, and grief. I also specialize in helping clients living with chronic pain, illness, and disability. I can happily provide for a broad spectrum of needs for individual adults, seniors, teens, couples, and families, via telehealth. I always aim to help people by tailoring my approach to your individual needs. I have a nonjudgmental perspective on everyone and have yet to meet anyone from whom I can’t learn something, too!
My name is Erin Joyner, and I am a Master’s Intern Therapist at Breaking Cycles Counseling. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal relationships, life changes, and grief. I also specialize in helping clients living with chronic pain, illness, and disability. I can happily provide for a broad spectrum of needs for individual adults, seniors, teens, couples, and families, via telehealth. I always aim to help people by tailoring my approach to your individual needs. I have a nonjudgmental perspective on everyone and have yet to meet anyone from whom I can’t learn something, too!
(336) 715-0047 x102 View (336) 715-0047 x102
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Family Innovative Solutions LLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27265
I mostly work with families, adolescents and adults. People come in with variety of issues including Parenting, Couple issues, Abuse, ADHD, ADD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic, and Bipolar disorder. During my sessions people find an empathetic listener who can understand them, advocate for them and guide them to the recovery path with understanding of brain and emotions and that really brings their inner strengths to work. Nothing is more joyful than seeing people progressing and leading peaceful lives with the help of therapy.
I mostly work with families, adolescents and adults. People come in with variety of issues including Parenting, Couple issues, Abuse, ADHD, ADD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic, and Bipolar disorder. During my sessions people find an empathetic listener who can understand them, advocate for them and guide them to the recovery path with understanding of brain and emotions and that really brings their inner strengths to work. Nothing is more joyful than seeing people progressing and leading peaceful lives with the help of therapy.
(336) 863-3461 View (336) 863-3461
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Judiann Tobin
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, MEd, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27265
Are you feeling overwhelmed? I am here to help. I am glad you are here today. I hope we can work together to reach your goals and dreams while working through any roadblocks. As your counselor, my focus is to help you to move forward. I have experience with individuals encountering stressors and many of life’s transitions. My experience has been working with clients with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and assisting individuals to reach their full potential. Together we will focus on your goals, identifying any barriers, and sustaining your progress. Sessions will involve a wellness approach that is a fit for you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? I am here to help. I am glad you are here today. I hope we can work together to reach your goals and dreams while working through any roadblocks. As your counselor, my focus is to help you to move forward. I have experience with individuals encountering stressors and many of life’s transitions. My experience has been working with clients with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and assisting individuals to reach their full potential. Together we will focus on your goals, identifying any barriers, and sustaining your progress. Sessions will involve a wellness approach that is a fit for you.
(336) 920-3941 View (336) 920-3941
Cynthia Palmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27265
I see people as young as 3 years old and throughout their journey through life. I work with life's challenges including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, marital stress, grief/ loss, eating disorders, addictions, blending of stepfamilies, separations and divorces, ADHD, and transitions in life. I do cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and experiential therapy, all with a systemic perspective. In addition, I am a level 2 trained professional in EMDR. Peace is found within, and I would be honored to be here to help you through these difficult times to your place of comfort again.
I see people as young as 3 years old and throughout their journey through life. I work with life's challenges including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, marital stress, grief/ loss, eating disorders, addictions, blending of stepfamilies, separations and divorces, ADHD, and transitions in life. I do cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and experiential therapy, all with a systemic perspective. In addition, I am a level 2 trained professional in EMDR. Peace is found within, and I would be honored to be here to help you through these difficult times to your place of comfort again.
(336) 827-9430 View (336) 827-9430
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Mary Cottam Keever
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27265
Glad you found me here! I come from the medical system and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Health Coach. As a social worker, I see you as the expert of yourself and am determined to help you get what you want. I would like to help you with whatever is getting in your way and nurture your connection to yourself-increasing awareness, trust in yourself and love for yourself so that you might feel more capable. I am passionate about working with graduate/college students, young adults and the LGBTQIA2S+ community. I am typically useful to parents, caregivers and partners of folks with substance use disorders.
Glad you found me here! I come from the medical system and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Health Coach. As a social worker, I see you as the expert of yourself and am determined to help you get what you want. I would like to help you with whatever is getting in your way and nurture your connection to yourself-increasing awareness, trust in yourself and love for yourself so that you might feel more capable. I am passionate about working with graduate/college students, young adults and the LGBTQIA2S+ community. I am typically useful to parents, caregivers and partners of folks with substance use disorders.
(336) 916-9181 View (336) 916-9181
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Kandace Koontz Perryman
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, NCSC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27262
I assist in life transitions so that you may help find your true self. I believe that the answers are all right there inside of us but we often have so much piled on top it is hard to find them. This is where I can help be your "tour guide" in the "treasure hunt" of your life. "Where there is ruin, there is hope for treasure" - Rumi This is so true!! And through the use of your preferred therapeutic technique we can work together to rediscover your true self. www.facebook.com/ChrysalisCounseling4You
I assist in life transitions so that you may help find your true self. I believe that the answers are all right there inside of us but we often have so much piled on top it is hard to find them. This is where I can help be your "tour guide" in the "treasure hunt" of your life. "Where there is ruin, there is hope for treasure" - Rumi This is so true!! And through the use of your preferred therapeutic technique we can work together to rediscover your true self. www.facebook.com/ChrysalisCounseling4You
(336) 223-5152 View (336) 223-5152
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Candice M. Cartner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27262
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I operate a private practice counseling office in the Piedmont-Triad area of NC. I offer in person counseling locally, and serve the rest of NC via e-Counseling. I provide a wide array of interventions based on the type of support you need. I hope that you will take the opportunity to visit my website to review the details of my qualifications, experience and how I approach counseling. I am an evidenced based provider with a laid back, but goal directed approach. Finding the right fit is one of the most important factors in counseling success!
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I operate a private practice counseling office in the Piedmont-Triad area of NC. I offer in person counseling locally, and serve the rest of NC via e-Counseling. I provide a wide array of interventions based on the type of support you need. I hope that you will take the opportunity to visit my website to review the details of my qualifications, experience and how I approach counseling. I am an evidenced based provider with a laid back, but goal directed approach. Finding the right fit is one of the most important factors in counseling success!
(336) 276-0410 View (336) 276-0410
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Aleasha A Mitchell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27262
Where do I begin? How often have we found ourselves battling with this question? So much of our time and energy is centered among all the wrong things transpiring in our world. We often can’t even touch base with a glimpse of hope because worry, anxiety, fear, and distress suffocate our existence. When asked the question, “How are you today?” have you ever felt the weight of so much despair that you can rarely designate one response to fulfill the depths and brutal truth of, “not good.” Well, you’re not alone.
Where do I begin? How often have we found ourselves battling with this question? So much of our time and energy is centered among all the wrong things transpiring in our world. We often can’t even touch base with a glimpse of hope because worry, anxiety, fear, and distress suffocate our existence. When asked the question, “How are you today?” have you ever felt the weight of so much despair that you can rarely designate one response to fulfill the depths and brutal truth of, “not good.” Well, you’re not alone.
(336) 360-5717 View (336) 360-5717
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Keisha McCleese Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27262
Waitlist for new clients
I would like to acknowledge and congratulate you on the courage required to take the steps necessary towards achieving your desired goals. The counseling process can be intimidating as it requires you to entrust your current behaviors, thoughts, feelings and concerns to a licensed professional in the hopes of relieving problematic symptoms. My goal is to assist you in this process by providing a warm and empathetic environment in which you are able to discuss, explore, and decide the direction you would like to take. My approach serves to teach you the skills and techniques to effectively identify current problems with confidence.
I would like to acknowledge and congratulate you on the courage required to take the steps necessary towards achieving your desired goals. The counseling process can be intimidating as it requires you to entrust your current behaviors, thoughts, feelings and concerns to a licensed professional in the hopes of relieving problematic symptoms. My goal is to assist you in this process by providing a warm and empathetic environment in which you are able to discuss, explore, and decide the direction you would like to take. My approach serves to teach you the skills and techniques to effectively identify current problems with confidence.
(336) 439-1618 View (336) 439-1618
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Tim White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27265
My mission is to provide the very best counseling and coaching services to help people grow and enrich their lives. I specialize in individual, marital, family, and career counseling as well as professional coaching. Rather than narrowly focusing on problems or diagnostic labels, I help people develop productive lifestyles. As a result, my clients have the satisfaction of improving their own health and having a positive influence on their world.
My mission is to provide the very best counseling and coaching services to help people grow and enrich their lives. I specialize in individual, marital, family, and career counseling as well as professional coaching. Rather than narrowly focusing on problems or diagnostic labels, I help people develop productive lifestyles. As a result, my clients have the satisfaction of improving their own health and having a positive influence on their world.
(336) 895-1469 View (336) 895-1469
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Shapel Bynum (Gray)
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27265
No matter our age, race, socioeconomic group, educational level, sexuality, spiritual affiliation (or non-affiliation), or cultural backgrounds we all face the inevitable challenges of life, none of us are exempt from this. Most times we are able to navigate victoriously through these experiences, but sometimes our challenges can leave us so overwhelmed that we have difficulty understanding our situations and coping with our circumstances which makes it very difficult to find a way to overcome them. Ultimately we all want to "live our best life" and sometimes we may need to reach for a trusting hand to help us manifest it.
No matter our age, race, socioeconomic group, educational level, sexuality, spiritual affiliation (or non-affiliation), or cultural backgrounds we all face the inevitable challenges of life, none of us are exempt from this. Most times we are able to navigate victoriously through these experiences, but sometimes our challenges can leave us so overwhelmed that we have difficulty understanding our situations and coping with our circumstances which makes it very difficult to find a way to overcome them. Ultimately we all want to "live our best life" and sometimes we may need to reach for a trusting hand to help us manifest it.
(336) 750-6028 View (336) 750-6028
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Greenway Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS, LCMHC, LCMHCA, LCASA, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27265
As a group practice, we have a particular interest in helping our adult clients address traumas that may have occurred across their lifespan. Trauma can come in all shapes and sizes, & we believe it can be at the center of many concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, performance issues, & addiction. We also love working with children, teens, & their families! Whether it's fears and worries, behavior problems, family & life changes, or school & relationship struggles, we are here to support younger individuals & their families.
As a group practice, we have a particular interest in helping our adult clients address traumas that may have occurred across their lifespan. Trauma can come in all shapes and sizes, & we believe it can be at the center of many concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, performance issues, & addiction. We also love working with children, teens, & their families! Whether it's fears and worries, behavior problems, family & life changes, or school & relationship struggles, we are here to support younger individuals & their families.
(336) 496-2361 View (336) 496-2361
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Rebecca Clark
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27265
You are sick of feeling the guilt, frustration, and a constant need to “fix” yourself. You’re tired of yo-yo dieting and hating yourself. You want the guilt and shame to go away so you can feel normal. You feel like you gain weight just by looking at food. You crave sugar all the time. It seems like others don’t experience this struggle like you do. You don't feel in control of your emotions or your body. Work and home responsibilities make things seem even harder to control. Life feels like a vicious cycle you can’t escape from. This cycle is exhausting and you are ready for a change.
You are sick of feeling the guilt, frustration, and a constant need to “fix” yourself. You’re tired of yo-yo dieting and hating yourself. You want the guilt and shame to go away so you can feel normal. You feel like you gain weight just by looking at food. You crave sugar all the time. It seems like others don’t experience this struggle like you do. You don't feel in control of your emotions or your body. Work and home responsibilities make things seem even harder to control. Life feels like a vicious cycle you can’t escape from. This cycle is exhausting and you are ready for a change.
(984) 249-2564 View (984) 249-2564
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists

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.