Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Treatment Centers in Holladay, UT

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Ellie Mental Health - Salt Lake Valley
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Holladay, UT 84121
We are an outpatient mental health clinic that employs therapists with diverse backgrounds, interests, and specialities to ensure our practice is able to support the unique needs of our community. Our therapists specialize in OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, LGBTQ+ Issues, Disordered Eating, ADHD, Grief, and Addiction (not exhaustive). We know that doing the work to improve mental health can be hard, which is why we don't want access to be a barrier for anyone. We work with clients of all ages, accept most major insurances (with more coming!), and offer in-person and virtual options to meet individual needs. ¡Y hablamos español!
We are an outpatient mental health clinic that employs therapists with diverse backgrounds, interests, and specialities to ensure our practice is able to support the unique needs of our community. Our therapists specialize in OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, LGBTQ+ Issues, Disordered Eating, ADHD, Grief, and Addiction (not exhaustive). We know that doing the work to improve mental health can be hard, which is why we don't want access to be a barrier for anyone. We work with clients of all ages, accept most major insurances (with more coming!), and offer in-person and virtual options to meet individual needs. ¡Y hablamos español!
(385) 993-5031 View (385) 993-5031
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Pinnacle Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Holladay, UT 84121
Comes from addressing the root of the addiction- not just the addiction itself. We believe that inpatient rehab is at the root of real, lasting recovery. We use the full continuum of care to walk with you through every step of your personalized recovery journey. Our focus on family, community, and dual diagnosis sets us apart as Utah's premiere inpatient rehab center.
Comes from addressing the root of the addiction- not just the addiction itself. We believe that inpatient rehab is at the root of real, lasting recovery. We use the full continuum of care to walk with you through every step of your personalized recovery journey. Our focus on family, community, and dual diagnosis sets us apart as Utah's premiere inpatient rehab center.
(801) 830-3355 View (801) 830-3355
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Highland Springs Specialty Clinic - Holladay
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Holladay, UT 84121
At Highland Springs Specialty Clinic we strive to provide a comfortable and supportive environment where individuals can receive superior treatment from our qualified therapists. We focus on providing a valuable experience of help and concern by demonstrating compassion and dedication. We are committed to ensuring that the environment and services offered will provide a comforting and trusting atmosphere.
At Highland Springs Specialty Clinic we strive to provide a comfortable and supportive environment where individuals can receive superior treatment from our qualified therapists. We focus on providing a valuable experience of help and concern by demonstrating compassion and dedication. We are committed to ensuring that the environment and services offered will provide a comforting and trusting atmosphere.
(385) 324-7480 View (385) 324-7480
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Center For Human Potential
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Holladay, UT 84117
At Center for Human Potential, located in downtown Salt Lake City, we focus on helping people achieve balance and fulfillment. We have many talented psychologists, social workers, and psychiatrists able to help children, adolescents, adults, and seniors with a variety of difficulties. We provide counseling to individuals, couples, and families. We also prescribe psychiatric medication and are on the cutting edge of using psychedelic treatments, such as Spravato and ketamine, to help people with treatment-resistant depression and PTSD. We accept most health insurance plans.
At Center for Human Potential, located in downtown Salt Lake City, we focus on helping people achieve balance and fulfillment. We have many talented psychologists, social workers, and psychiatrists able to help children, adolescents, adults, and seniors with a variety of difficulties. We provide counseling to individuals, couples, and families. We also prescribe psychiatric medication and are on the cutting edge of using psychedelic treatments, such as Spravato and ketamine, to help people with treatment-resistant depression and PTSD. We accept most health insurance plans.
(385) 290-3828 View (385) 290-3828
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Advanced Awareness Counseling, LLC.
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Holladay, UT 84117
Advanced Awareness Counseling, is a DHS licensed Outpatient Mental Health facility and group private practice. Our qualified mental health providers have been selected for their outstanding educational credentials, experience in the field, client care principles, and high integrity and experience in their particular fields of specialty. Our therapists have expertise in the area of LGBTQ+, particularly Transgender/Gender Non-Conforming/Gender Identity/Gender Dysphoria, Faith Crises or Faith Transitions, Minority Issues, Women's Issues, Trauma, Couples/Marriage Counseling, and more! Conversational Spanish Speaking services also offered. We specialize in working with gender spectrum clients and we openly and willingly write WPATH standard compliant letters for all procedures and for insurance company approvals for the transgender community. We also specialize in evaluating for and writing Emotional Support Animal letters.
Advanced Awareness Counseling, is a DHS licensed Outpatient Mental Health facility and group private practice. Our qualified mental health providers have been selected for their outstanding educational credentials, experience in the field, client care principles, and high integrity and experience in their particular fields of specialty. Our therapists have expertise in the area of LGBTQ+, particularly Transgender/Gender Non-Conforming/Gender Identity/Gender Dysphoria, Faith Crises or Faith Transitions, Minority Issues, Women's Issues, Trauma, Couples/Marriage Counseling, and more! Conversational Spanish Speaking services also offered. We specialize in working with gender spectrum clients and we openly and willingly write WPATH standard compliant letters for all procedures and for insurance company approvals for the transgender community. We also specialize in evaluating for and writing Emotional Support Animal letters.
(801) 509-6907 View (801) 509-6907

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Elevation Behavioral Health Mental Health Retreats
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Most common include depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, and most other conditions.
Elevation Behavioral Health is one of the few private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions in conjunction with detoxification and addiction interventions. We are proud to offer a robust clinical program that provides the most individual therapy sessions in the industry and while respecting and honoring each client's journey. We are committed to providing clients with exceptional treatment in a compassionate environment. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
Most common include depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, and most other conditions.
Elevation Behavioral Health is one of the few private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions in conjunction with detoxification and addiction interventions. We are proud to offer a robust clinical program that provides the most individual therapy sessions in the industry and while respecting and honoring each client's journey. We are committed to providing clients with exceptional treatment in a compassionate environment. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
(424) 395-3461 View (424) 395-3461
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Youth Care - Adolescent Outpatient
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Draper, UT 84020
At Youth Care Treatment Center, we understand that adolescents have unique needs when it comes to behavioral health treatment. At our campus, we offer age-appropriate care through our adolescent partial hospitalization program (PHP) in Draper, Utah. We provide treatment for young people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), conduct disorders, and attachment disorders. Adolescents ages 13-18 can participate in our PHP and receive targeted therapeutic interventions for nine hours per day, five days per week. This treatment option is ideal for young people who don’t require round-the-clock residential care but would still benefit from intensive therapies. At Youth Care, we understand that every young person's healing journey is unique. Therefore, we believe in personalizing their treatment plan as much as possible. Every adolescent’s experience is different, but most young people participate in our PHP for four to five months. In our PHP, adolescents can engage in several different therapies, such as individual therapy up to three times a week, family therapy once a week, and daily group therapies.
At Youth Care Treatment Center, we understand that adolescents have unique needs when it comes to behavioral health treatment. At our campus, we offer age-appropriate care through our adolescent partial hospitalization program (PHP) in Draper, Utah. We provide treatment for young people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), conduct disorders, and attachment disorders. Adolescents ages 13-18 can participate in our PHP and receive targeted therapeutic interventions for nine hours per day, five days per week. This treatment option is ideal for young people who don’t require round-the-clock residential care but would still benefit from intensive therapies. At Youth Care, we understand that every young person's healing journey is unique. Therefore, we believe in personalizing their treatment plan as much as possible. Every adolescent’s experience is different, but most young people participate in our PHP for four to five months. In our PHP, adolescents can engage in several different therapies, such as individual therapy up to three times a week, family therapy once a week, and daily group therapies.
(385) 526-5314 View (385) 526-5314
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Moving Forward Counseling - Day Treatment/IOP
Treatment Center, CMHC, LCSW, APRN, ACMHC, CSW
Verified Verified
Sandy, UT 84094
Our clients are those struggling with mental health issues that have created a situation where they are experiencing instability in their personal and professional lives. This includes: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, Grief/Loss, Bipolar Disorder, Substance use, ADHD, OCD, Self-harm, Suicidal thoughts, Personality disorders, Substance use disorders and more.
Our clients are those struggling with mental health issues that have created a situation where they are experiencing instability in their personal and professional lives. This includes: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, Grief/Loss, Bipolar Disorder, Substance use, ADHD, OCD, Self-harm, Suicidal thoughts, Personality disorders, Substance use disorders and more.
(801) 477-6052 View (801) 477-6052
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Serenity Recovery and Wellness
Treatment Center, LSCW
Verified Verified
West Jordan, UT 84084
Our program and therapists treat maternal all perinatal mood and anxiety disorders related to childbirth. We focus on helping postpartum and pregnant mothers feel better mentally through different levels of therapy catered to mom's needs. The program addresses postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, scary thoughts you might be afraid to share, intrusive thoughts, feeling irritable, worthless, coping, and thoughts of harming yourself or feeling like family is better off without you. We want all mothers to know that what your feeling is common but not normal and it can be treatable. All mothers will have direct access to our qualified staff of therapists and medical personnel for medication management while attending our unique program. The mothers will learn and master skills to help them overcome their challenges, connect with their child and partner, and feel “back to normal.”
Our program and therapists treat maternal all perinatal mood and anxiety disorders related to childbirth. We focus on helping postpartum and pregnant mothers feel better mentally through different levels of therapy catered to mom's needs. The program addresses postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, scary thoughts you might be afraid to share, intrusive thoughts, feeling irritable, worthless, coping, and thoughts of harming yourself or feeling like family is better off without you. We want all mothers to know that what your feeling is common but not normal and it can be treatable. All mothers will have direct access to our qualified staff of therapists and medical personnel for medication management while attending our unique program. The mothers will learn and master skills to help them overcome their challenges, connect with their child and partner, and feel “back to normal.”
(385) 213-0762 View (385) 213-0762
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NeuroLife Healing
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Here to coordinate healing for people with Major Depressive Disorder, Treatment Resistant Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, Insomnia, among other symptoms including Addiction/Alcoholism (IOP Program), and to promote positive and optimal mental health.
Here to coordinate healing for people with Major Depressive Disorder, Treatment Resistant Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, Insomnia, among other symptoms including Addiction/Alcoholism (IOP Program), and to promote positive and optimal mental health.
(385) 220-7597 View (385) 220-7597
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Youth Care - Adolescent Residential
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Draper, UT 84020
At Youth Care Treatment Center in Draper, Utah, we provide clinically excellent residential treatment for adolescents ages 11-18 who are suffering from mental health conditions and substance use concerns. We serve young people who have anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), reactive attachment disorder (RAD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Students can enter this level of care directly, and each person receives a customized treatment plan to guide their time with us. We understand the unique developmental needs of children and teens, and our age-appropriate programming is designed to help adolescents build a strong foundation for healing. Each student’s length of stay in our residential program depends on their response to treatment, cooperation, and overall goals. However, most students remain in our residential program for four to five months.
At Youth Care Treatment Center in Draper, Utah, we provide clinically excellent residential treatment for adolescents ages 11-18 who are suffering from mental health conditions and substance use concerns. We serve young people who have anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), reactive attachment disorder (RAD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Students can enter this level of care directly, and each person receives a customized treatment plan to guide their time with us. We understand the unique developmental needs of children and teens, and our age-appropriate programming is designed to help adolescents build a strong foundation for healing. Each student’s length of stay in our residential program depends on their response to treatment, cooperation, and overall goals. However, most students remain in our residential program for four to five months.
(385) 832-6806 View (385) 832-6806
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The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
We help people with OCD, anxiety, and trauma related disorders. Is your life controlled by fear, worry, or obsessive thoughts? At The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center (TOATC), we have a true passion for bringing help and hope to our clients. We change the lives of individuals and families, including the most underserved, who have been suffering. Whether it’s unrelenting anxiety, disturbing and terrifying thoughts, uncontrollable worry, avoidance, or exhausting rituals and behaviors, if it’s keeping you from living your best life, we can help.
We help people with OCD, anxiety, and trauma related disorders. Is your life controlled by fear, worry, or obsessive thoughts? At The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center (TOATC), we have a true passion for bringing help and hope to our clients. We change the lives of individuals and families, including the most underserved, who have been suffering. Whether it’s unrelenting anxiety, disturbing and terrifying thoughts, uncontrollable worry, avoidance, or exhausting rituals and behaviors, if it’s keeping you from living your best life, we can help.
(385) 832-7605 View (385) 832-7605
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Wasatch Crest Treatment Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Nestled in Utah’s Wasatch Mountain Range, we specialize in providing gender-specific care to those struggling with substance use disorders (SUDs) and underlying mental health conditions. Our spacious mountain-style residences in Park City and Heber City offer individuals a refuge where they can process their experiences and start over in sobriety while receiving comprehensive, compassionate care.
Nestled in Utah’s Wasatch Mountain Range, we specialize in providing gender-specific care to those struggling with substance use disorders (SUDs) and underlying mental health conditions. Our spacious mountain-style residences in Park City and Heber City offer individuals a refuge where they can process their experiences and start over in sobriety while receiving comprehensive, compassionate care.
(435) 222-5582 View (435) 222-5582
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Embark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Embark Behavioral Health operates an exceptional network of treatment and therapy programs across the United States, including Klamath Falls, Oregon. We specialize in helping children, adolescents, teens, and young adults, struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance use issues. Our programs include virtual IOPs, outpatient clinics, intensive outpatient programs, day treatment programs, outdoor therapy programs, residential treatment centers (RTCs), therapeutic boarding schools, and young adult transitional living options.
Embark Behavioral Health operates an exceptional network of treatment and therapy programs across the United States, including Klamath Falls, Oregon. We specialize in helping children, adolescents, teens, and young adults, struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance use issues. Our programs include virtual IOPs, outpatient clinics, intensive outpatient programs, day treatment programs, outdoor therapy programs, residential treatment centers (RTCs), therapeutic boarding schools, and young adult transitional living options.
(541) 422-6748 View (541) 422-6748
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Youth Care - Education Program
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Draper, UT 84020
Youth Care Treatment Center, located in Draper, Utah, provides quality education services for adolescents ages 11-17 who are participating in our residential treatment program. Our academic program is fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges and is designed to cater to the individual needs of students who are struggling with substance use concerns and mental health disorders. Our certified educators are highly experienced in working with gifted students, adolescents who have learning disabilities, and those facing behavioral challenges. Through our education program, we strive to equip each student with the skills and knowledge for lasting success. Upon enrollment in our academic program at Youth Care, students complete an educational assessment conducted by our teachers. This assessment is designed to determine each student’s academic level and to inform the development of their individualized class schedule. Our academic curriculum is aligned with the Utah State Core Curriculum and offers more than 60 diverse classes for student participation.
Youth Care Treatment Center, located in Draper, Utah, provides quality education services for adolescents ages 11-17 who are participating in our residential treatment program. Our academic program is fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges and is designed to cater to the individual needs of students who are struggling with substance use concerns and mental health disorders. Our certified educators are highly experienced in working with gifted students, adolescents who have learning disabilities, and those facing behavioral challenges. Through our education program, we strive to equip each student with the skills and knowledge for lasting success. Upon enrollment in our academic program at Youth Care, students complete an educational assessment conducted by our teachers. This assessment is designed to determine each student’s academic level and to inform the development of their individualized class schedule. Our academic curriculum is aligned with the Utah State Core Curriculum and offers more than 60 diverse classes for student participation.
(877) 959-8674 View (877) 959-8674
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Sunrise Residential Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Sunrise is a group of residential treatment centers for adolescent and teen girls in Utah. Teenage girls come to Sunrise to find healing as they learn to regulate their emotions and successfully manage daily life tasks with increased independence – all while continuing their education. Sunrise’s treatment programs are strength-based, working closely with each student to develop strengths and harness her gifts, passions, and talents. Their vision is for every Sunrise girl to have a life of emotional balance and independence.
Sunrise is a group of residential treatment centers for adolescent and teen girls in Utah. Teenage girls come to Sunrise to find healing as they learn to regulate their emotions and successfully manage daily life tasks with increased independence – all while continuing their education. Sunrise’s treatment programs are strength-based, working closely with each student to develop strengths and harness her gifts, passions, and talents. Their vision is for every Sunrise girl to have a life of emotional balance and independence.
(435) 412-8377 View (435) 412-8377
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Hazelden Betty Ford in Newberg, OR
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Hazelden Betty Ford's residential alcohol and drug addiction treatment center for men and women is located 25 miles outside of Portland in Newberg, Oregon. Founded in 1990, Hazelden Betty Ford is located in the quiet countryside on a 23-acre campus that promotes an atmosphere of respect, serenity, and support. Hazelden Betty Ford is the recognized expert in treating addiction and co-occurring disorders. Our evidence-based treatment practices and recovery solutions are designed to provide the best chance at lifelong recovery. Our treatment is individualized and delivered by a multidisciplinary treatment team of addiction and mental health specialists as well as spiritual counselors, wellness specialists and medical staff.
Hazelden Betty Ford's residential alcohol and drug addiction treatment center for men and women is located 25 miles outside of Portland in Newberg, Oregon. Founded in 1990, Hazelden Betty Ford is located in the quiet countryside on a 23-acre campus that promotes an atmosphere of respect, serenity, and support. Hazelden Betty Ford is the recognized expert in treating addiction and co-occurring disorders. Our evidence-based treatment practices and recovery solutions are designed to provide the best chance at lifelong recovery. Our treatment is individualized and delivered by a multidisciplinary treatment team of addiction and mental health specialists as well as spiritual counselors, wellness specialists and medical staff.
(866) 734-2592 View (866) 734-2592
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Emerge Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
Emerge Treatment is a comprehensive and holistic treatment facility designed to address the mental health needs of young adult women. With a focus on the well-being of the whole person, Emerge offers a day treatment (5 days a week/5 hours a day), intensive outpatient (3 days a week/3 hours a day), and general outpatient therapy.
Emerge Treatment is a comprehensive and holistic treatment facility designed to address the mental health needs of young adult women. With a focus on the well-being of the whole person, Emerge offers a day treatment (5 days a week/5 hours a day), intensive outpatient (3 days a week/3 hours a day), and general outpatient therapy.
(385) 707-2638 View (385) 707-2638
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Zion Hills Academy (501C3)
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Zion Hills Academy, a nonprofit (501C3) Residential Treatment Center in Southern Utah, specializes in treating teen girls experiencing Reactive Attachment Disorder. Licensed by the State of Utah, Zion Hills utilizes state-of-the-art, research based and proven clinical methods such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Equine Therapy to help teen girls overcome their difficulties and learn to bond with their families. Zion Hill's Positive Peer Culture program, directed by Oscar Fakahua, allows teen girls to experience deep and lasting change.
Zion Hills Academy, a nonprofit (501C3) Residential Treatment Center in Southern Utah, specializes in treating teen girls experiencing Reactive Attachment Disorder. Licensed by the State of Utah, Zion Hills utilizes state-of-the-art, research based and proven clinical methods such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Equine Therapy to help teen girls overcome their difficulties and learn to bond with their families. Zion Hill's Positive Peer Culture program, directed by Oscar Fakahua, allows teen girls to experience deep and lasting change.
(435) 222-7658 View (435) 222-7658
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Highland Springs Specialty Clinic - Riverton
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
West Jordan, UT 84084
At Highland Springs Specialty Clinic we strive to provide a comfortable and supportive environment where individuals can receive superior treatment from our qualified therapists. We focus on providing a valuable experience of help and concern by demonstrating compassion and dedication. We are committed to ensuring that the environment and services offered will provide a comforting and trusting atmosphere.
At Highland Springs Specialty Clinic we strive to provide a comfortable and supportive environment where individuals can receive superior treatment from our qualified therapists. We focus on providing a valuable experience of help and concern by demonstrating compassion and dedication. We are committed to ensuring that the environment and services offered will provide a comforting and trusting atmosphere.
(385) 481-7816 View (385) 481-7816

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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.