OCD Treatment in California

Living with OCD is challenging. The constant worrying, the time spent engaging in rituals that provide temporary relief from anxiety, only to have it return. On many days, it may feel like anxiety or your rituals are taking over your life.

If you are struggling with OCD, there is help available. Beverly Mental Health Services offer comprehensive treatment for OCD, including individual therapy, group therapy, and psychiatry. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping you overcome your anxiety. An online OCD therapist can improve your daily function. We understand how debilitating OCD can be, and we are here to help you get back on track. Don’t let OCD control your life—push forward and overcome it!

Symptoms of OCD

Symptoms of OCD, or how they manifest in your life, can vary from person to person. However, these symptoms often fall into two categories: obsessions and compulsions.

Obsessions are defined in the DSM 5 as ‘recurrent and persistent thoughts, urges, or images that are experienced, at some point during the disturbance, as intrusive, unwanted, and that, in most individuals, cause marked anxiety or distress.’ A person with OCD has generally tried to ignore, suppress, or end these thoughts.

Compulsions, then, are the response to obsessions. Compulsions are repetitive behaviors meant to prevent or reduce distress or to prevent some dreaded event or situation. These are behaviors that you feel a need to perform, and they may have very set rules. Compulsions can be outward and observed behaviors such as counting or handwashing, or they can be mental behaviors such as praying, reassuring, or repeating words in a silent voice.

OCD Treatment Works

If you are struggling with any of the OCD symptoms listed above, we urge you to seek treatment. Beverly Mental Health Service offers evidence-based treatment that is truly effective. Living with OCD can be challenging, but with the right help, it is possible to overcome it and lead a happy and fulfilling life

Our Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) as OCD Treatment

At Beverly Mental Health Service, our psychiatrists and mental health therapists in LA are trained in Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), the most effective treatment for OCD.

Exposures
The ‘exposure’ part of the name refers to a specific aspect of OCD treatment. We help you systematically expose yourself to the thoughts, images, objections, or situations that have triggered past anxiety. This part may not sound enjoyable, but it is crucial for your recovery. We support you as you push forward through that anxiety, helping you face your fears in a successful and healthy way.

Response Prevention
Then, the ‘response prevention’ part of ERP means refraining from engaging in the typical behaviors, known as ‘compulsions,’ that you would usually do when your anxiety or obsessive thoughts have been activated. This is challenging at first since you’re very used to responding to triggers with these compulsions. But, again, we provide you support every step of the way.

This Will Be Different
If you have OCD, you’ve likely tried to confront your obsessions and anxiety before. You may have tried to reason with yourself and ‘talk yourself out of’ your anxiety, but it hasn’t worked. ERP is different because you are committing not only to facing your anxiety but also to not engaging in your compulsions to quell that anxiety.

It’s normal to feel a bit anxious about starting ERP. However, research has consistently shown that ERP should be the first-line treatment for OCD because it works. Our team believes you deserve to regain control of your life, so we want to offer you the most effective treatment options available.

We understand that beginning OCD treatment can be challenging, and right now, it might be hard to believe that anything will truly work. However, with a holistic approach to treating OCD, we have effective methods to help you regain control over your life. You deserve to start participating in all areas of your life and push through that anxiety. Together, we can find more freedom from your symptoms. We have seen firsthand the amazing progress our patients make when we take a holistic, team approach to OCD treatment.

It’s also important to note that we offer our services online. So, no matter where you are in California, we can help you overcome your OCD. While most of our clinicians are based out of Los Angeles or San Diego, we often see clients everywhere from San Jose to San Francisco, Long Beach, Sacramento.

Psychiatry for OCD

Our psychiatrists specialize in treating OCD and stay up-to-date on the latest research and trends. We will work with you to develop a medication plan tailored to your specific needs. Medication for OCD can be very effective in reducing symptoms for a more functional life.

Social Anxiety Group Therapy for Teens

In addition to individual therapy, we also offer a social anxiety group for teens, which can be a powerful tool in your recovery. In group therapy, you will be able to share your experiences with others who understand what you are going through. Group therapy can be very helpful in managing anxiety symptoms, providing support and encouragement from peers, and allowing you to learn new skills from others.

We are here to support you

We understand the difficulties that come with scheduling in-person therapy appointments, especially when dealing with a hectic schedule. Nevertheless, we’re delighted to offer a diverse range of services, both in-person and online. Our mental health services cover treatments for OCD, ADHD, and social anxiety, as well as depression treatment. Additionally, we provide self-assessments for depression. Explore further about our services by visiting our blog or providers page today.