Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Bow, NH

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Katelyn Lane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bow, NH 03304
Katelyn Lane is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2020. As a Social Worker, Katelyn seeks to help people identify and utilize their strengths to get them where they want to go. She is a firm believer that each individual person is the expert of their own life and, therefore, they should guide the therapeutic experience so that it can be a positive and productive time. Katelyn has confidence in the work that you can do together, as a team after developing a collaborative working alliance. She has been trained to practice with a trauma-informed lens.
Katelyn Lane is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2020. As a Social Worker, Katelyn seeks to help people identify and utilize their strengths to get them where they want to go. She is a firm believer that each individual person is the expert of their own life and, therefore, they should guide the therapeutic experience so that it can be a positive and productive time. Katelyn has confidence in the work that you can do together, as a team after developing a collaborative working alliance. She has been trained to practice with a trauma-informed lens.
(888) 491-5017 View (888) 491-5017
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Jennifer Abraham
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bow, NH 03304
Dr. Abraham (she/her) is a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with children and their families. She has specialized training in behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and parent management training. Families are an integral part of all treatment approaches. Dr. Abraham graduated with a Master's Degree in Psychology from Southeastern Louisiana University and subsequently attended the University of Southern Mississippi where she received her Doctorate in Psychology.
Dr. Abraham (she/her) is a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with children and their families. She has specialized training in behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and parent management training. Families are an integral part of all treatment approaches. Dr. Abraham graduated with a Master's Degree in Psychology from Southeastern Louisiana University and subsequently attended the University of Southern Mississippi where she received her Doctorate in Psychology.
(844) 929-2226 View (844) 929-2226
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Bobbie-Sue Kelleher
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Bow, NH 03304
Bobbie-Sue A. Kelleher is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2016. Bobbie-Sue feels a therapeutic relationship is important. She uses a wholistic approach and when working with children and adolescents feels it's necessary to incorporate caregivers into treatment. Bobbie-Sue enjoys walking and playing with her dogs, visiting with family and friends, traveling, and gardening.
Bobbie-Sue A. Kelleher is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2016. Bobbie-Sue feels a therapeutic relationship is important. She uses a wholistic approach and when working with children and adolescents feels it's necessary to incorporate caregivers into treatment. Bobbie-Sue enjoys walking and playing with her dogs, visiting with family and friends, traveling, and gardening.
(888) 491-5017 View (888) 491-5017
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Rachel McLeod
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bow, NH 03304
Rachel McLeod is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2015. Rachel provides compassionate, effective support for individuals and families facing a wide range of difficult, complex issues. By providing understanding, respect, and empathy, she strives to create a safe and open space for clients to share their feelings, identify what is important to them, and develop strategies for making positive changes in their lives.
Rachel McLeod is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2015. Rachel provides compassionate, effective support for individuals and families facing a wide range of difficult, complex issues. By providing understanding, respect, and empathy, she strives to create a safe and open space for clients to share their feelings, identify what is important to them, and develop strategies for making positive changes in their lives.
(603) 633-8966 View (603) 633-8966
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Capital Valley Counseling Associates, LLC
Counselor
Verified Verified
Bow, NH 03304
Welcome to Capital Valley Counseling Associates, Inc. We are pleased that you are interested in our services and look forward to the opportunity of working with you. We know that counseling services can be beneficial, and we strive to create a welcoming and comfortable environment. We will engage you in a mutual process, tailoring goals to meet individual needs. You will learn to cope more effectively, and to reverse unsatisfying patterns of behavior. We want your services to be personal, focused, satisfying and lasting.
Welcome to Capital Valley Counseling Associates, Inc. We are pleased that you are interested in our services and look forward to the opportunity of working with you. We know that counseling services can be beneficial, and we strive to create a welcoming and comfortable environment. We will engage you in a mutual process, tailoring goals to meet individual needs. You will learn to cope more effectively, and to reverse unsatisfying patterns of behavior. We want your services to be personal, focused, satisfying and lasting.
(603) 583-4303 View (603) 583-4303
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Ellette DiPietro
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bow, NH 03304
Not accepting new clients
People are meant to be emotionally connected with others. When we experience problems in how we relate with others, we may develop anxiety, depression, or lose our self confidence. Much of the pain we experience in life occurs when we have trouble relating to others. Research has consistently found that in therapy, the relationship that develops between you and your therapist is the most powerful aspect of the healing process. With this in mind, I work to help you feel respected, safe, cared about and deeply heard.
People are meant to be emotionally connected with others. When we experience problems in how we relate with others, we may develop anxiety, depression, or lose our self confidence. Much of the pain we experience in life occurs when we have trouble relating to others. Research has consistently found that in therapy, the relationship that develops between you and your therapist is the most powerful aspect of the healing process. With this in mind, I work to help you feel respected, safe, cared about and deeply heard.
(434) 448-3135 View (434) 448-3135

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Miriam E Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ScD, LICSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NH 03301
I use the most effective treatments for anxiety and OCD: Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and family coaching as needed.
I specialize in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, perinatal anxiety, and other anxiety disorders. I help my clients decrease and manage emotional and physical distress, and increase well-being. My clients range in age from 17 through older adulthood. I work collaboratively and actively with my clients to achieve their short and long term goals. My approach is always compassionate, respectful, and optimistic. My goals are to reduce symptoms while helping clients move toward positive long-term changes.
I use the most effective treatments for anxiety and OCD: Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and family coaching as needed.
I specialize in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, perinatal anxiety, and other anxiety disorders. I help my clients decrease and manage emotional and physical distress, and increase well-being. My clients range in age from 17 through older adulthood. I work collaboratively and actively with my clients to achieve their short and long term goals. My approach is always compassionate, respectful, and optimistic. My goals are to reduce symptoms while helping clients move toward positive long-term changes.
(781) 422-8509 View (781) 422-8509
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Sage Counseling - Hannah Karamanoogian
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Concord, NH 03301
Daytime Weekday Openings<>After School on Waitlist<> . . . Struggling to manage your worries? Racing thoughts holding you back? Navigating anxiety on your own can be a challenge. I believe that you can learn how to effectively manage anxiety at any age. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist I look forward to supporting you in strengthening these skills in your own life so that you can thrive. I have over a decade of experience helping others manage anxiety, stress, and OCD. I offer in-person sessions in NH, and telehealth for persons in NH, MA, VT, & FL.
Daytime Weekday Openings<>After School on Waitlist<> . . . Struggling to manage your worries? Racing thoughts holding you back? Navigating anxiety on your own can be a challenge. I believe that you can learn how to effectively manage anxiety at any age. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist I look forward to supporting you in strengthening these skills in your own life so that you can thrive. I have over a decade of experience helping others manage anxiety, stress, and OCD. I offer in-person sessions in NH, and telehealth for persons in NH, MA, VT, & FL.
(603) 803-6057 View (603) 803-6057
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Kelsey Irving
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Concord, NH 03301
My favorite part about treating OCD is watching my clients transform from fearful to feisty.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant chatter in your mind? The “what-ifs” and worst-case scenarios can be really draining. Let’s break that cycle of anxious thoughts and start focusing on choices that bring more joy into your life. Our daily decisions shape our lives, so let’s think about whether you’re making choices based on fear or on what truly matters to you. As an OCD specialist, I believe in building a strong, trusting relationship with my clients right from the start. We’ll work together in a collaborative and supportive way throughout the therapy process, focusing on what works best for you.
My favorite part about treating OCD is watching my clients transform from fearful to feisty.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant chatter in your mind? The “what-ifs” and worst-case scenarios can be really draining. Let’s break that cycle of anxious thoughts and start focusing on choices that bring more joy into your life. Our daily decisions shape our lives, so let’s think about whether you’re making choices based on fear or on what truly matters to you. As an OCD specialist, I believe in building a strong, trusting relationship with my clients right from the start. We’ll work together in a collaborative and supportive way throughout the therapy process, focusing on what works best for you.
(603) 326-4334 View (603) 326-4334
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BCCounseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301  (Online Only)
I have a background in ADHD, OCD and trauma specialization that I can help work with you to actually figure out what your diagnosis is, so I know what modality may work best for you, as well as what type of treatment your brain may respond to best.
I work with individuals in NE, TX, CO, NH, VA and IA (fully licensed in those states) with ADHD, OCD, Trauma, anxiety and sexual concerns such as men's issues, porn addiction and polyamory. My treatment modalities focus on the individual and it's not a cookie cutter approach, incorporating modalities of CBT, Mindfulness, Stages of Change, Trauma Informed Therapy and Solution Focus therapy. I use podcasts, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok videos, books and more as supplements as well. My patients are eager to improve their lives, but often stuck as to where to start or where to begin. I accept telehealth through GROW therapy & Headway.
I have a background in ADHD, OCD and trauma specialization that I can help work with you to actually figure out what your diagnosis is, so I know what modality may work best for you, as well as what type of treatment your brain may respond to best.
I work with individuals in NE, TX, CO, NH, VA and IA (fully licensed in those states) with ADHD, OCD, Trauma, anxiety and sexual concerns such as men's issues, porn addiction and polyamory. My treatment modalities focus on the individual and it's not a cookie cutter approach, incorporating modalities of CBT, Mindfulness, Stages of Change, Trauma Informed Therapy and Solution Focus therapy. I use podcasts, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok videos, books and more as supplements as well. My patients are eager to improve their lives, but often stuck as to where to start or where to begin. I accept telehealth through GROW therapy & Headway.
(515) 219-4974 View (515) 219-4974
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Elizabeth Vargas
PhD, LPC, LCMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Hopkinton, NH 03229  (Online Only)
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or confused? Have you tried counseling before but didn't find it helpful or you didn't feel that your therapist was a match? Are you anxious about what the counseling process will look like or nervous about sharing your story? I understand how hard the counseling journey can feel. I enjoy working with clients that need support with autism, ADHD, anxiety, grief, trauma, crisis interventions, independent living skills, OCD, bipolar, major life transitions, and eating disorders. I support clients with reaching their goals, helping them find the power within, and to move towards who they want to be.
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or confused? Have you tried counseling before but didn't find it helpful or you didn't feel that your therapist was a match? Are you anxious about what the counseling process will look like or nervous about sharing your story? I understand how hard the counseling journey can feel. I enjoy working with clients that need support with autism, ADHD, anxiety, grief, trauma, crisis interventions, independent living skills, OCD, bipolar, major life transitions, and eating disorders. I support clients with reaching their goals, helping them find the power within, and to move towards who they want to be.
(603) 506-6663 View (603) 506-6663
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James DiLoreto
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301  (Online Only)
I have received extensive training in the treatment of OCD and anxiety disorders at both the Institute of Living and the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Institute at McLean Hospital.
I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist that provides empirically supported treatment for people struggling with OCD, anxiety, and depression. I use exposure and response prevention for individuals who have OCD. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and interactive.
I have received extensive training in the treatment of OCD and anxiety disorders at both the Institute of Living and the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Institute at McLean Hospital.
I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist that provides empirically supported treatment for people struggling with OCD, anxiety, and depression. I use exposure and response prevention for individuals who have OCD. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and interactive.
(860) 200-2346 View (860) 200-2346
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Shawn J Hassell, LMFT, Between Us Assoc PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Concord, NH 03301
Waitlist for new clients
Do you have difficulty with feeling depressed, hopeless, or anxious? Do you and your partner have conflict, or do you lack emotional connection or intimacy together? Are there challenges with your adolescent? I offer individual, couples and family therapy. I bring 25 years of experience working with family conflict and also couple issues such as communication, sexuality, and infidelity. I treat anxiety, OCD, depression, grief/loss. I bring experience with challenges connected to sexual orientation, a family member coming out, and same-gender relationships, ENM couples, queer couples, as well as transgender individuals.
Do you have difficulty with feeling depressed, hopeless, or anxious? Do you and your partner have conflict, or do you lack emotional connection or intimacy together? Are there challenges with your adolescent? I offer individual, couples and family therapy. I bring 25 years of experience working with family conflict and also couple issues such as communication, sexuality, and infidelity. I treat anxiety, OCD, depression, grief/loss. I bring experience with challenges connected to sexual orientation, a family member coming out, and same-gender relationships, ENM couples, queer couples, as well as transgender individuals.
(603) 556-4896 View (603) 556-4896
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InStride Health
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301  (Online Only)
InStride Health specializes in treating young patients whose anxiety or OCD is causing significant impairment in life (ie., school avoidance, social isolation, family disruption, and physical manifestations.) Practicing evidence-based treatment (CBT, ACT, components of DBT) with an emphasis on exposure, the InStride team empowers youth to face their fears and build resilience.
InStride Health specializes in treating young patients whose anxiety or OCD is causing significant impairment in life (ie., school avoidance, social isolation, family disruption, and physical manifestations.) Practicing evidence-based treatment (CBT, ACT, components of DBT) with an emphasis on exposure, the InStride team empowers youth to face their fears and build resilience.
(603) 691-3365 View (603) 691-3365
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Janet Samuels
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301  (Online Only)
Are you tired of being tired out from sleeplessness or worry or from your fears bossing you around? Do you wish you felt less stressed? I'm a psychologist in Concord specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with over thirty years of experience helping people with anxiety, insomnia, panic, fertility problems, fear of flying, worry, obsessive compulsive disorder (ERP), social phobia, fear of public speaking, overeating, moderate depression. Do you want to learn skills you can start to put to work right away like calming ways to breathe, muscle relaxation, mindfulness meditation and ways to reduce worry?
Are you tired of being tired out from sleeplessness or worry or from your fears bossing you around? Do you wish you felt less stressed? I'm a psychologist in Concord specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with over thirty years of experience helping people with anxiety, insomnia, panic, fertility problems, fear of flying, worry, obsessive compulsive disorder (ERP), social phobia, fear of public speaking, overeating, moderate depression. Do you want to learn skills you can start to put to work right away like calming ways to breathe, muscle relaxation, mindfulness meditation and ways to reduce worry?
(603) 224-8401 View (603) 224-8401
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Daniel Hannon
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301
Welcome. I'm Dr. Daniel J. Hannon, Ph.D., a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in both NH and MA. I've been working with patients of all ages for over 20 years manage and transcend their mental health, behavioral, and emotional challenges. I utilize a combination of CBT, ACT, ERP, Narrative, Play and traditional talk therapies to help people achieve balance and success in their lives. My specialty areas include anxiety, OCD, autism spectrum disorders, and families in conflict.
Welcome. I'm Dr. Daniel J. Hannon, Ph.D., a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in both NH and MA. I've been working with patients of all ages for over 20 years manage and transcend their mental health, behavioral, and emotional challenges. I utilize a combination of CBT, ACT, ERP, Narrative, Play and traditional talk therapies to help people achieve balance and success in their lives. My specialty areas include anxiety, OCD, autism spectrum disorders, and families in conflict.
(866) 702-6818 View (866) 702-6818
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Jennifer C. Jones
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301  (Online Only)
I specialize in complex trauma, eating disorders, abuse/domestic violence, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, death, grief and loss.
Welcome! Life is a journey and everyone’s path is unique. I offer a safe space with judgement-free listening, compassion, humor and empathy to assist you on your personal journey of health and wellness. Which treatment approach I use will vary depending on what you need or seek. I have a background in both physical health and health psychology, and my approach to mental health treatment stems from a holistic perspective that includes mind, body and spirit. Some of the modalities I utilize include IFS, EMDR, CBT, expressive arts and somatic based therapies.
I specialize in complex trauma, eating disorders, abuse/domestic violence, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, death, grief and loss.
Welcome! Life is a journey and everyone’s path is unique. I offer a safe space with judgement-free listening, compassion, humor and empathy to assist you on your personal journey of health and wellness. Which treatment approach I use will vary depending on what you need or seek. I have a background in both physical health and health psychology, and my approach to mental health treatment stems from a holistic perspective that includes mind, body and spirit. Some of the modalities I utilize include IFS, EMDR, CBT, expressive arts and somatic based therapies.
(603) 931-4270 View (603) 931-4270
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Taylor Foster
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hooksett, NH 03106
I have experience treating OCD, depression, anxiety, complex trauma, anger, relationship issues, and addiction.
Accepting new clients! I am a pre-licensed therapist experienced working with individuals of all ages. I offer a safe, compassionate environment to help clients identify and achieve their short and long-term therapeutic goals. The first priority in our work together, is to create a safe, therapeutic environment. I believe building trust between the client and clinician is important to achieve authenticity, vulnerability and the openness that is essential in counseling process. Together we will explore strengths, barriers, and your potential to achieve your therapeutic goals.
I have experience treating OCD, depression, anxiety, complex trauma, anger, relationship issues, and addiction.
Accepting new clients! I am a pre-licensed therapist experienced working with individuals of all ages. I offer a safe, compassionate environment to help clients identify and achieve their short and long-term therapeutic goals. The first priority in our work together, is to create a safe, therapeutic environment. I believe building trust between the client and clinician is important to achieve authenticity, vulnerability and the openness that is essential in counseling process. Together we will explore strengths, barriers, and your potential to achieve your therapeutic goals.
(866) 963-8489 x702 View (866) 963-8489 x702
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S M
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Goffstown, NH 03045
Hello...I have had the priviledge of working with people from all walks of life for many years. I have expertise in anxiety disorders (including agoraphobia, OCD, separation anxiety and panic disorder) depression, adolescent behavioral/emotional issues, PTSD and trauma-related disorders. I have facilitated treatment groups for sexual abuse survivors as well as adolescents with behavioral/emotional problems. I truly enjoy working with people and I use my sense of humor to put us all at ease!
Hello...I have had the priviledge of working with people from all walks of life for many years. I have expertise in anxiety disorders (including agoraphobia, OCD, separation anxiety and panic disorder) depression, adolescent behavioral/emotional issues, PTSD and trauma-related disorders. I have facilitated treatment groups for sexual abuse survivors as well as adolescents with behavioral/emotional problems. I truly enjoy working with people and I use my sense of humor to put us all at ease!
(603) 391-5966 View (603) 391-5966
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Fatma Salem
Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hooksett, NH 03106  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that human suffering happens when the way we live our lives falls out of alignment with our internal compass. We are inherently driven to self-actualize and become the best version possible of ourselves; however, the reality is that we live in a very complex world that often steers us away from what we value. We often fall into this trap and begin to chase what society deems valuable, while being convinced that it's our true calling. This behavioral pattern is often piloted by our anxieties and relational trauma, which is what I am most fluent in, as a fellow human first, and a therapist second.
I believe that human suffering happens when the way we live our lives falls out of alignment with our internal compass. We are inherently driven to self-actualize and become the best version possible of ourselves; however, the reality is that we live in a very complex world that often steers us away from what we value. We often fall into this trap and begin to chase what society deems valuable, while being convinced that it's our true calling. This behavioral pattern is often piloted by our anxieties and relational trauma, which is what I am most fluent in, as a fellow human first, and a therapist second.
(603) 810-7952 View (603) 810-7952

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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.