Conditions
OCD
OCD involves intrusive, unwanted thoughts paired with repetitive behaviors or mental rituals aimed at easing the distress those thoughts cause.
Understanding OCD
OCD involves intrusive, unwanted thoughts paired with repetitive behaviors or mental rituals aimed at easing the distress those thoughts cause. Everyone's experience is different, and symptoms can vary in intensity and impact from person to person.
Common Symptoms
Experiences vary widely; you don't need to have every symptom below for support to be worthwhile.
- Intrusive, unwanted thoughts
- Repetitive checking or counting
- Excessive cleaning or ordering
- Difficulty tolerating uncertainty
- Significant time spent on rituals
- Distress when rituals are interrupted
How We Help
Our approach to treatment
Evaluation
A thorough conversation to understand your full picture, not just a checklist of symptoms.
Medication When Appropriate
Thoughtful prescribing and monitoring when medication may help.
Therapy Integration
Supportive psychotherapy woven into your care when it's likely to help.
Ongoing Monitoring
Regular follow-up to keep your plan responsive as things change.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Telepsychiatry is well suited to evaluation, medication management, and therapy for most patients.
Every plan is individualized. Some patients see improvement within weeks, while others benefit from longer-term, ongoing care.
Not necessarily. Medication is only recommended when clinically appropriate, and always discussed with you first.
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