Treatment
What to Expect
We believe one of the most significant catalysts to change is the relationship between the therapist and client. Developing a trusting, supportive relationship lays the foundation for progress. A client needs to feel heard and accepted in order to trust that therapy will work.
Sessions begin with a thorough assessment of your symptoms; this ensures that we create the most effective treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. You will be provided with psychoeducation regarding your symptoms, treatment strategies, and goals. Most treatment plans are a hybrid of CBT, ERP, and ACT.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
(CBT)
CBT focuses on identifying and changing negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We'll talk about the thoughts and behaviors that aren't working for you and find new, productive ways of thinking and doing. CBT is an effective treatment for just about all mental health conditions.
Exposure Response Prevention
(ERP)
Considered the gold standard treatment for OCD, this is a behavioral therapy that involves exposing individuals to the feared thought, image, object, and/or situation, and preventing the compulsive behavior. The goal is to desensitize you to the situation so that it no longer triggers anxiety.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT focuses on accepting painful thoughts and emotions rather than avoiding or denying them. Acceptance is the most significant catalyst to change. Through acceptance, we become more flexible and adaptable which helps us commit to changing unwanted behavior.