OCD Counseling in Chicago
Evidence-based treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and cognitive-behavioral approaches. Specialized care to help you break free from OCD cycles and reclaim your life.
Why Choose Specialized OCD Treatment?
Evidence-Based ERP Therapy
Gold standard treatment with proven effectiveness for reducing OCD symptoms and improving quality of life.
Symptom-Specific Approach
Customized treatment targeting your specific OCD presentations and compulsive behaviors.
Gradual Exposure Work
Systematic, manageable approach to facing fears while building confidence and resilience.
Breaking OCD Cycles
Learning to interrupt the obsession-compulsion cycle that keeps OCD symptoms active.
Time & Freedom Recovery
Reclaiming hours spent on compulsions and returning to meaningful activities and relationships.
Anxiety Reduction
Significant reduction in OCD-related anxiety and distress through proven therapeutic techniques.
Types of OCD I Treat
Contamination OCD
Fear of germs, dirt, or contamination
- Excessive washing
- Avoiding "dirty" objects
- Hand sanitizer overuse
Checking OCD
Persistent doubt about safety or completion
- Repeatedly checking locks
- Verifying appliances
- Reviewing work multiple times
Symmetry/Ordering OCD
Need for perfect arrangement or balance
- Arranging objects
- Evening up behaviors
- Symmetrical counting
Intrusive Thoughts OCD
Unwanted violent, sexual, or blasphemous thoughts
- Mental rituals
- Thought suppression
- Avoidance behaviors
Harm OCD
Fear of causing harm to self or others
- Avoiding sharp objects
- Checking for injuries
- Reassurance seeking
Religious/Moral OCD
Scrupulosity and fear of moral wrongdoing
- Excessive praying
- Confessing
- Moral checking
Evidence-Based OCD Treatment Approaches
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Gold standard OCD treatment involving gradual exposure to feared situations while preventing compulsive responses.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identifying and challenging OCD-related thoughts and beliefs while developing healthier coping strategies.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Learning to accept intrusive thoughts without engaging in compulsions while focusing on valued actions.
Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Using meditation and mindfulness techniques to observe thoughts without judgment or reaction.
Common OCD Compulsions I Address
My OCD Treatment Process
Comprehensive OCD Assessment
Detailed evaluation using standardized OCD rating scales to understand specific symptoms and severity.
Psychoeducation & Goal Setting
Learning about OCD, how it works, and establishing specific, measurable treatment goals.
ERP Hierarchy Development
Creating a ranked list of feared situations from least to most anxiety-provoking.
Gradual Exposure Work
Systematic exposure to fears while preventing compulsive responses, starting with easier situations.
Relapse Prevention
Developing strategies to maintain progress and prevent return of OCD symptoms.
What Success Looks Like
Symptom Reduction:
- 50-80% reduction in OCD symptoms
- Decreased time spent on compulsions
- Reduced anxiety and distress
Life Improvements:
- Return to normal daily activities
- Improved relationships and social life
- Enhanced work or school performance
Ready to Break Free from OCD?
OCD treatment works, and recovery is possible. Take the first step toward freedom from obsessions and compulsions with evidence-based ERP therapy designed specifically for your needs.
Bilingual OCD treatment available • Serving Chicago and surrounding communities