Overcome Your OCD with Online Therapy
Most of us have, at some time, felt uncertain about leaving the iron or the stove on and some have even gone home to check. This type of behavior is just normal and doesn't cause any damage or harm in one's life. However, if you have intrusive "what if" thoughts, and your need to perform these behaviors on a regular basis and they interfere with your daily life, then you might be suffering from OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder).
OCD is a condition marked by irrational beliefs (obsessions) and rituals (compulsions). The obsessions are recurrent, unwanted thoughts that are difficult or impossible for you to ignore and cause you anxiety. By performing repetitive, ritualized compulsions, you (temporarily) ease your anxiety. It may, for example, be that you often wash your hands very thoroughly, or check all the locks in your home. You may feel like you "have" to do these rituals. These thoughts and behaviors most likely take up a lot of your time and energy, causing you significant stress which can cause tension in your relationships and other aspects of your life.
Luckily there is hope, even if you have tried to stop your compulsions before and it has not been as successful as you would like. Our therapy for OCD is based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). With the help of CBT and your therapist, you will identify what triggers your OCD. You will learn how to face your obsessions and find ways to refrain from ritualizing. Eventually you will be able to face these triggers without the need to perform your normal rituals (like washing your hands several times in a row or checking the lights numerous times). You will discover how to replace these negative thoughts with more realistic ones. Eventually you will be in charge of the thoughts and behaviors that previously have been fueling your OCD, so that you can live life free from obsessions and compulsions.
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Our online therapy services have received 3482 reviews and the average rating is 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Everyone goes through their own unique journey. I certainly have. For the longest time, it felt unfair and I had a lot of rage. I had a lot of anxiety and a lot of pain. Therapy helped me realize I can't control what happens but I can control how I react to events. It taught me that I am not my thoughts - I am the detached, calm, and silent observer observing those thoughts and emotions. Karen Coupe helped me a lot and I am grateful."
CG (October 16, 2024)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Beth Lakes is a wonderful and thoughtful and present therapist! I was a therapist in a previous life and I can tell you she is very good at her calling to do this for others. She is kind and pays attention to what you are saying as much as what you are not saying. Definitely recommend her and Online Therapy. It is very flexible with how and where and when."
Bobbijo (September 22, 2024)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"My therapist is great, we really relate to each other"
Pamela (November 18, 2024)
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"This CBT Course has been very helpful for me. I have done CBT before but this has worked for me.
I think the blend of the worksheets, the videos and the notes are really helpful. I took the on line feedback only from the therapist, I wanted this as I felt this was the best way I would respond (i.e. small feedback notes, rather than weekly sessions).
The challenge for me will be to keep this up, especially when things don't go the well, if this happens I'll re subscribe for a refresher."
James_a (October 30, 2024)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I was at a really low spot, honestly, and it was my own fault. But Kacey has really helped me pinpoint some things that I've always known were wrong, but didn't know how to address. She also helped hold me accountable for beginning to exercise again, and encourages me to give myself credit for where I'm already at. That in itself is a priceless piece of advice that has taught me alot. Online Therapy is the best thing that's happened to me in a long time."
Kacey Is Great (October 29, 2024)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Shawn,
Very thorough and insightful with our couples session, Shawn was a good mediator between my wife and I."
Tyler S (September 21, 2024)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Marie has been excellent for me so far. I am feeling much more resilient and mindful of my actions/feelings/thoughts. I would highly recommend everyone consider doing therapy on this site. It is always convenient and I have had very few issues."
Gabe (December 01, 2024)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Dr Vicki is a wonderful therapist - prepared, follows through, has a plan with workbooks/assignments, very thorough. Highly recommend!"
PK (October 14, 2024)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I have been quite fond of there services. I have really enjoyed from my online sessions with my therapist and the worksheets as well!"
Ze (October 09, 2024)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Vanessa An (MNCPS(acc,) MBacp (accred), DipCouns) is an amazing counselor! I had to switch counselors ( was an effortless process through this website) and I’m so glad I did and found Vanessa. Had I known that processing the past, validation and reflection would have been so beneficial I would have not hesitated before. The new ground I’ve gained through this website and through Vanessa for my mental and emotional health was worth every penny!"
Jessi (December 05, 2024)
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