OCD Treatment

CBT, specifically Exposure and Response Prevention therapy (ERP), is the gold standard psychotherapy for treating OCD. At Sanctuary, therapy is personalized according to the patient’s specific obsessions and compulsions, combined with their personal history and treatment and response prevention before. This personalized approach to effective treatment will help reduce compulsive behavior and the anxiety attributed to obsessions.

Although therapy should play a significant role in effective treatment, medications play a crucial role in managing the disorder’s biochemical aspects. SSRIs are the most common medications for treating people, but other treatment options are sometimes considered based on the individual’s specific needs and the presence of comorbid disorders. Our psychiatrists are highly educated in balancing these medications to reduce side effects and maximize therapeutic benefits.

For those who require more support than standard outpatient healthcare providers, Sanctuary hosts IOPs that often have a structured therapy program for several days of the week. In addition to group therapy and individual counseling, this program can also include family therapy sessions, meaning that the client system is held within the support group.

We constantly search for and integrate new and emerging therapies to do our best for our clients. Some of our therapists have received training in transcranial magnetic stimulation, a noninvasive treatment option that may also help manage symptoms for some who haven’t responded to other traditional treatments.

We understand that OCD doesn’t only affect the individual; we also offer education and support to the family. This support not only helps the families support their loved one with OCD but also skills that will help them manage symptoms that would benefit them, thus reducing the level of stress in their loved one and helping to keep a nurturing home environment.

Understanding the significant role lifestyle plays in mental health, our treatment plans also include a holistic approach incorporating diet, exercise, and mindfulness practices. These contribute to a greater overall sense of well-being and resilience, which can also affect other mental health conditions that can contribute to the intensity of symptoms for individuals with OCD.

Physical exercise helps reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression that often accompany OCD.

Relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, and deep breathing reduce stress and increase overall mental health.

Regular, good-quality sleep is vital for effective OCD management since sleep deprivation always makes symptoms worse.