Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Treatment Centers in Portland, OR

Photo of Pritham Raj - Active Path Mental Health, MD, Treatment Center
Active Path Mental Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97210
Have you tried several medications for your mental health and experienced no relief of symptoms? At Active Path, we are here to help your treatment-resistant depression, anxiety and OCD. Get back to you with services tailored to your specific needs. We offer Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), talk therapy, Spravato (esketamine), and medication management. These services are designed to provide comprehensive support to our patients on their mental health journey. Our services are covered by most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Have you tried several medications for your mental health and experienced no relief of symptoms? At Active Path, we are here to help your treatment-resistant depression, anxiety and OCD. Get back to you with services tailored to your specific needs. We offer Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), talk therapy, Spravato (esketamine), and medication management. These services are designed to provide comprehensive support to our patients on their mental health journey. Our services are covered by most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid.
(971) 232-3001 View (971) 232-3001
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NeuStart Psychiatry & TMS
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97209
NeuStart Psychiatry was created from the need to provide professional mental health services to our community by using evidenced based practice treatment in combination with comprehensive psychiatry services. We provide comprehensive mental health services to serve a growing community need. We also provide treatment flexibility with the availability of TelePsych therapy sessions in order to create service sustainability and continuity when busy lives get in the way.
NeuStart Psychiatry was created from the need to provide professional mental health services to our community by using evidenced based practice treatment in combination with comprehensive psychiatry services. We provide comprehensive mental health services to serve a growing community need. We also provide treatment flexibility with the availability of TelePsych therapy sessions in order to create service sustainability and continuity when busy lives get in the way.
(503) 379-0890 View (503) 379-0890
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BestMind Behavioral Health of Oregon
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97202
BestMind Behavioral Health offers best-in-class behavioral and mental health treatments. We provide psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and advanced outpatient treatments. We believe in inclusivity and accessibility. Every person who comes to BestMind has unique needs and special circumstances that bring them to us. That’s why we’ve created a system that allows for total flexibility. We offer both in-person and telehealth appointments and accept most insurance plans.
BestMind Behavioral Health offers best-in-class behavioral and mental health treatments. We provide psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and advanced outpatient treatments. We believe in inclusivity and accessibility. Every person who comes to BestMind has unique needs and special circumstances that bring them to us. That’s why we’ve created a system that allows for total flexibility. We offer both in-person and telehealth appointments and accept most insurance plans.
(971) 306-5344 View (971) 306-5344
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Elevation Behavioral Health Mental Health Retreats
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97202
Elevation Behavioral Health treats a range of mental health conditions and disorders. Most common include depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, and most other conditions. Call our Admissions Specialists to learn more about the program and to receive a free confidential telephone assessment.
Elevation Behavioral Health treats a range of mental health conditions and disorders. Most common include depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, and most other conditions. Call our Admissions Specialists to learn more about the program and to receive a free confidential telephone assessment.
(424) 346-8748 View (424) 346-8748
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New Method Wellness : Detox, Residential, PHP, IOP
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97204
As seen on the Dr. Phil Show. We provide a truly unique approach to the recovery experience. In a typical week our clients enjoy body work, acupuncture,guided imagery, life skills training, individual/group and family counseling, equine therapy, exercise, nutritional classes, art therapy and more. We incorporate evidence-based therapy, medical treatment, holistic modalities and 12 step philosophy to bring about positive results. Our location in beautiful Orange County, California provides opportunities for fun as well as therapeutic activities. The beaches, a strong 12 step community, job opportunities, schools and shopping are all here for you. We are here to support, encourage, and assist you, as you build a new life. Our treatment team has decades of combined experience in the field of addiction recovery. We have the best in our field to help us make the dream of such an amazing treatment center become a reality. While all of our staff members are trained professionals, first and foremost we are compassionate, whole human beings looking to give what we can to help each and every individual that walks through our doors.
As seen on the Dr. Phil Show. We provide a truly unique approach to the recovery experience. In a typical week our clients enjoy body work, acupuncture,guided imagery, life skills training, individual/group and family counseling, equine therapy, exercise, nutritional classes, art therapy and more. We incorporate evidence-based therapy, medical treatment, holistic modalities and 12 step philosophy to bring about positive results. Our location in beautiful Orange County, California provides opportunities for fun as well as therapeutic activities. The beaches, a strong 12 step community, job opportunities, schools and shopping are all here for you. We are here to support, encourage, and assist you, as you build a new life. Our treatment team has decades of combined experience in the field of addiction recovery. We have the best in our field to help us make the dream of such an amazing treatment center become a reality. While all of our staff members are trained professionals, first and foremost we are compassionate, whole human beings looking to give what we can to help each and every individual that walks through our doors.
(657) 534-6247 View (657) 534-6247
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Pacific Phoenix TMS
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97086
We provide patients in Vancouver and the surrounding areas the latest in depression treatments. We are pleased to be able to offer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy to our patients, a non invasive, non medication treatment for managing depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD. Depression makes you feel like you are walking alone, unable to enjoy time with loved ones and at times feeling disconnected from others as it’s quite difficult even for yourself to explain or understand why you feel so empty inside, alone, misunderstood. Patients take the step of trying medications to help improve their mood symptoms, but many meet a dead end as they don't feel significant improvement and instead experience side effects to medications.
We provide patients in Vancouver and the surrounding areas the latest in depression treatments. We are pleased to be able to offer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy to our patients, a non invasive, non medication treatment for managing depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD. Depression makes you feel like you are walking alone, unable to enjoy time with loved ones and at times feeling disconnected from others as it’s quite difficult even for yourself to explain or understand why you feel so empty inside, alone, misunderstood. Patients take the step of trying medications to help improve their mood symptoms, but many meet a dead end as they don't feel significant improvement and instead experience side effects to medications.
(833) 679-0985 View (833) 679-0985
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NW Anxiety Institute, LLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
​The NW Anxiety Institute focuses on using the most effective form of therapy for anxiety disorders: Exposure Response Prevention Therapy (ERP). Proven to be significantly more successful than standard coping and relaxing techniques, we’ve designed several programs incorporating Exposure Response Prevention Therapy in a wide variety of settings.
​The NW Anxiety Institute focuses on using the most effective form of therapy for anxiety disorders: Exposure Response Prevention Therapy (ERP). Proven to be significantly more successful than standard coping and relaxing techniques, we’ve designed several programs incorporating Exposure Response Prevention Therapy in a wide variety of settings.
(503) 822-6419 View (503) 822-6419
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Portland Psychotherapy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97227
At Portland Psychotherapy, we are committed to helping our clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and other life problems so that they can live fuller and more meaningful lives. Our commitment is not just to help our clients feel better, we help them to live better. Supporting diversity, inclusivity, and equity is a core value at Portland Psychotherapy. We are one of the rare group practices in Portland that provide OHP services as part of our commitment to antiracist and culturally appropriate care. We also conduct scientific research, which results in a team of therapists who are exceptionally well-trained and knowledgeable about their areas of specialty. We believe that the best therapy is both an art and a science. Evidence-based therapy is about using the best of what science has to offer to inform treatment. We are constantly educating ourselves about what the research says and combining that with heart and our personal experience to offer the best services. While no therapy is going be effective all of the time, using evidence-based practices maximizes the chance of a successful outcome.
At Portland Psychotherapy, we are committed to helping our clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and other life problems so that they can live fuller and more meaningful lives. Our commitment is not just to help our clients feel better, we help them to live better. Supporting diversity, inclusivity, and equity is a core value at Portland Psychotherapy. We are one of the rare group practices in Portland that provide OHP services as part of our commitment to antiracist and culturally appropriate care. We also conduct scientific research, which results in a team of therapists who are exceptionally well-trained and knowledgeable about their areas of specialty. We believe that the best therapy is both an art and a science. Evidence-based therapy is about using the best of what science has to offer to inform treatment. We are constantly educating ourselves about what the research says and combining that with heart and our personal experience to offer the best services. While no therapy is going be effective all of the time, using evidence-based practices maximizes the chance of a successful outcome.
(971) 800-2123 View (971) 800-2123
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SLO Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Portland, OR 97230
"Our world-class team of professional staff and clinicians offer trauma informed, evidenced-based treatment for substance abuse and co-occurring disorders in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. With decades of experience, our mission is to connect people with real answers and sustainable change. We offer many options to meet people's needs, with an individualized plan that works for them. We are deeply committed to driving change and delivering hope with integrity and experience. We are JCAHO, Oregon State Certified, DUI Certified, Nationally Accredited and leverage our experience to help people recover and thrive. We’d love to hear from you. Addiction is treatable, suffering is optional."
"Our world-class team of professional staff and clinicians offer trauma informed, evidenced-based treatment for substance abuse and co-occurring disorders in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. With decades of experience, our mission is to connect people with real answers and sustainable change. We offer many options to meet people's needs, with an individualized plan that works for them. We are deeply committed to driving change and delivering hope with integrity and experience. We are JCAHO, Oregon State Certified, DUI Certified, Nationally Accredited and leverage our experience to help people recover and thrive. We’d love to hear from you. Addiction is treatable, suffering is optional."
(503) 447-8506 View (503) 447-8506
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Crestview Recovery
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Portland, OR 97215
When you are ready to seek treatment for a drug or alcohol addiction, you want to go to a facility that offers a diverse program so your addiction can be treated comprehensively. There's no one-size-fits-all treatment for those struggling with an alcohol or drug addiction. Crestview Recovery offers different treatment programs that can address issues in different ways. Statistics show that those who suffer from the disease of addiction need to be carefully transitioned through different levels of care in order to have the best chance of staying sober. That's exactly what you'll receive at Crestview Recovery.
When you are ready to seek treatment for a drug or alcohol addiction, you want to go to a facility that offers a diverse program so your addiction can be treated comprehensively. There's no one-size-fits-all treatment for those struggling with an alcohol or drug addiction. Crestview Recovery offers different treatment programs that can address issues in different ways. Statistics show that those who suffer from the disease of addiction need to be carefully transitioned through different levels of care in order to have the best chance of staying sober. That's exactly what you'll receive at Crestview Recovery.
(503) 850-0283 View (503) 850-0283
Photo of David Leventer - A Better Way Counseling Center, LMFT, LPC, Treatment Center
A Better Way Counseling Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97209
Do you have an eating disorder? We offer Free Support Groups, Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling as well as Art Therapy to help with eating disorders of all kinds at our Center. We also offer therapy for issues other than eating disorders such as for problems with anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, sex abuse and for relationship and family difficulties. We are a State Certified Mental Health Clinic and have some of the most experienced therapists in the area, as well as Registered Interns. We also work closely with Psychiatrists, Primary Care Physicians, Registered Dietitians and an Eco-Therapy Center to provide Team Treatment specific to you.
Do you have an eating disorder? We offer Free Support Groups, Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling as well as Art Therapy to help with eating disorders of all kinds at our Center. We also offer therapy for issues other than eating disorders such as for problems with anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, sex abuse and for relationship and family difficulties. We are a State Certified Mental Health Clinic and have some of the most experienced therapists in the area, as well as Registered Interns. We also work closely with Psychiatrists, Primary Care Physicians, Registered Dietitians and an Eco-Therapy Center to provide Team Treatment specific to you.
(503) 444-8864 View (503) 444-8864
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Center For Discovery
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Portland, OR 97223
At Center for Discovery, we have built a legacy that has helped thousands of patients in eating disorder recovery. Since 1997, our continuum of care takes treatment out of hospitals and into real-life settings. Our evidence-based and trauma-informed treatments give our patients the coping skills and encouragement they need to navigate real-life recovery. Our team gets to the heart of why patients have a disorder—this means asking questions and providing therapies that reveal the root causes, all in a space that is filled with compassion and security. From the moment our patients step through the doors, they’ll begin developing the tools needed for everyday life after treatment.
At Center for Discovery, we have built a legacy that has helped thousands of patients in eating disorder recovery. Since 1997, our continuum of care takes treatment out of hospitals and into real-life settings. Our evidence-based and trauma-informed treatments give our patients the coping skills and encouragement they need to navigate real-life recovery. Our team gets to the heart of why patients have a disorder—this means asking questions and providing therapies that reveal the root causes, all in a space that is filled with compassion and security. From the moment our patients step through the doors, they’ll begin developing the tools needed for everyday life after treatment.
(844) 230-9103 View (844) 230-9103
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Forward Stride
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97205
Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) are therapy sessions for personal growth and treatment for those with mental disorders. Sessions are available to adults and adolescents and can be in an individual or group therapy setting. The Therapy Team consists of a Mental Health Therapist (certified with EAGALA- Equine Assisted Growth And Learning Association), the Equine Specialist (certified with PATH), and at least one horse. Clients interact with the horses in order to promote growth and learning.
Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) are therapy sessions for personal growth and treatment for those with mental disorders. Sessions are available to adults and adolescents and can be in an individual or group therapy setting. The Therapy Team consists of a Mental Health Therapist (certified with EAGALA- Equine Assisted Growth And Learning Association), the Equine Specialist (certified with PATH), and at least one horse. Clients interact with the horses in order to promote growth and learning.
(503) 405-8640 View (503) 405-8640
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Madrona Recovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97202
Our mission is to provide the highest quality care that stabilizes youth, educates families, and ensures long-term success. Madrona Recovery is licensed to provide quality mental health, trauma, and substance use recovery services within a residential setting for youth ages 13-17. Our programming is centered around education and skill building in emotional regulation, building resilience, conflict resolution, and communication within a framework of client-centered, trauma informed clinical interventions. Please visit madronarecovery.com or give us a call to learn more.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality care that stabilizes youth, educates families, and ensures long-term success. Madrona Recovery is licensed to provide quality mental health, trauma, and substance use recovery services within a residential setting for youth ages 13-17. Our programming is centered around education and skill building in emotional regulation, building resilience, conflict resolution, and communication within a framework of client-centered, trauma informed clinical interventions. Please visit madronarecovery.com or give us a call to learn more.
(503) 966-5622 View (503) 966-5622
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Discover Counseling
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97219
We believe that people are generally capable of overcoming obstacles in their lives, but sometimes they need help with finding the right tools. We provide hope, encouragement, insight, and guidance so that our clients can find their path to happiness. Our goal for clients is to help them become more effective, insightful, self-confident, and successful at overcoming future hurdles in their own lives and in their relationships.
We believe that people are generally capable of overcoming obstacles in their lives, but sometimes they need help with finding the right tools. We provide hope, encouragement, insight, and guidance so that our clients can find their path to happiness. Our goal for clients is to help them become more effective, insightful, self-confident, and successful at overcoming future hurdles in their own lives and in their relationships.
(971) 803-3282 View (971) 803-3282
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Windhorse Integrative Mental Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97212
Windhorse is a semi-residential program for adults experiencing life-disrupting mental states, with three locations in the US (Oregon, California, and Massachusetts). Inspired by the vision that psychiatric recovery is possible, Windhorse Integrative Mental Health has been a leader in personalized, compassionate care for over 30 years. The foundational principle of our treatment is healing through relationship and community. Windhorse addresses what is missing in most institutional settings. Our clients experience:
Windhorse is a semi-residential program for adults experiencing life-disrupting mental states, with three locations in the US (Oregon, California, and Massachusetts). Inspired by the vision that psychiatric recovery is possible, Windhorse Integrative Mental Health has been a leader in personalized, compassionate care for over 30 years. The foundational principle of our treatment is healing through relationship and community. Windhorse addresses what is missing in most institutional settings. Our clients experience:
(800) 319-8261 View (800) 319-8261
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Evolve Comprehensive DBT Teen Treatment Center 
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97229
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment proven to help teens struggling with emotion dysregulation, self-harming behavior, suicidal ideation, and other mental health issues. Evolve’s Comprehensive DBT residential treatment center is the first of its kind in California and one of only a handful in the entire country. Many of our teens struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, borderline personality disorder, addiction or other high-acuity issues. We offer individual therapy (at least 3 times a week), family therapy (2 times a week, with out-of-state families participating remotely), DBT Skills Training Groups (4 times a week), and skills-coaching (24/7). Teens learn how to practice Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness within a warm, accepting environment. We have one of the highest staff:patient ratios in the nation, serving only six teens at any given time. Our adherence to Comprehensive DBT protocols, trained DBT clinicians, and deep commitment to safety are reasons why thousands of families from all over the country choose Evolve’s DBT treatment center for their teens.  
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment proven to help teens struggling with emotion dysregulation, self-harming behavior, suicidal ideation, and other mental health issues. Evolve’s Comprehensive DBT residential treatment center is the first of its kind in California and one of only a handful in the entire country. Many of our teens struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, borderline personality disorder, addiction or other high-acuity issues. We offer individual therapy (at least 3 times a week), family therapy (2 times a week, with out-of-state families participating remotely), DBT Skills Training Groups (4 times a week), and skills-coaching (24/7). Teens learn how to practice Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness within a warm, accepting environment. We have one of the highest staff:patient ratios in the nation, serving only six teens at any given time. Our adherence to Comprehensive DBT protocols, trained DBT clinicians, and deep commitment to safety are reasons why thousands of families from all over the country choose Evolve’s DBT treatment center for their teens.  
(855) 465-0573 View (855) 465-0573
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Proven Psychological Treatment Program
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Portland, OR 97204
All Private and Semi-Private Studios; and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Safety and Wellness. Boutique Treatment Center with the Highest Level of Accreditation. Unmatched, safe, comfortable, and highly supportive treatment program. You deserve the most tranquil, peaceful place for healing with all the comfort and amenities of an elite treatment center. Don't suffer any longer - get the care you need, now, from our uniquely qualified and experienced team of professional psychiatric treatment experts. We provide the finest treatment with absolute compassion, integrity and expertise. Our program setting is unique in the entire treatment industry. Start your new life's journey, now. 888-300-3210. Fully contracted with VA Insurance (TriWest)
All Private and Semi-Private Studios; and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Safety and Wellness. Boutique Treatment Center with the Highest Level of Accreditation. Unmatched, safe, comfortable, and highly supportive treatment program. You deserve the most tranquil, peaceful place for healing with all the comfort and amenities of an elite treatment center. Don't suffer any longer - get the care you need, now, from our uniquely qualified and experienced team of professional psychiatric treatment experts. We provide the finest treatment with absolute compassion, integrity and expertise. Our program setting is unique in the entire treatment industry. Start your new life's journey, now. 888-300-3210. Fully contracted with VA Insurance (TriWest)
(949) 558-3215 View (949) 558-3215
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Firefly Institute
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97229
The Firefly Institute provides counseling to support individuals, groups and families across the lifespan. We offer a variety of services including treatment options that are highly specialized such as animal assisted therapies, therapeutic art, play therapy and EMDR. These services are provided by skilled clinicians who have certification in the treatment program they are offering and include telehealth. This is what sets us apart from other clinics or practitioners. Training for specialized care is rigorous and requires significant commitment to education post graduate. Firefly clinicians train to do the work correctly by accredited training programs or institutions. Areas of specialty include: relationships, grief/loss, chronic illness, abuse/trauma, PTSD, mood imbalances, child therapy, attachment issues, behavior issues, anxiety, adoption/foster care issues, divorce and difficult life transitions or change. Firefly provides care through a commitment to excellence in healing for improving the communities in which we live and serve.
The Firefly Institute provides counseling to support individuals, groups and families across the lifespan. We offer a variety of services including treatment options that are highly specialized such as animal assisted therapies, therapeutic art, play therapy and EMDR. These services are provided by skilled clinicians who have certification in the treatment program they are offering and include telehealth. This is what sets us apart from other clinics or practitioners. Training for specialized care is rigorous and requires significant commitment to education post graduate. Firefly clinicians train to do the work correctly by accredited training programs or institutions. Areas of specialty include: relationships, grief/loss, chronic illness, abuse/trauma, PTSD, mood imbalances, child therapy, attachment issues, behavior issues, anxiety, adoption/foster care issues, divorce and difficult life transitions or change. Firefly provides care through a commitment to excellence in healing for improving the communities in which we live and serve.
(503) 496-7604 View (503) 496-7604
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Elevate Family Wellness Programs
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97213
Our team is based out of North Carolina, Oregon and Massachusetts. We are licensed across these states and several others including Washington, South Carolina, Connecticut, Tennessee and Kentucky. Our services range from 3-5 day in person family intensives in Asheville, NC to virtual coaching and psychotherapy services. Our specialty area is supporting individuals & families that need a more robust level of mental health support than can be found in their local community. Our clients have access to us up to 7-days per week and can schedule multiple sessions per week.
Our team is based out of North Carolina, Oregon and Massachusetts. We are licensed across these states and several others including Washington, South Carolina, Connecticut, Tennessee and Kentucky. Our services range from 3-5 day in person family intensives in Asheville, NC to virtual coaching and psychotherapy services. Our specialty area is supporting individuals & families that need a more robust level of mental health support than can be found in their local community. Our clients have access to us up to 7-days per week and can schedule multiple sessions per week.
(828) 929-1437 View (828) 929-1437
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Treatment Centers

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.