OCD Therapy
Therapist Availability:
Ashley Grams
Julie Miazga
Maurine Agoawike
OCD Therapy
Taking Back Control
Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and isolating. The intrusive thoughts, repetitive behaviors, and relentless doubt can impact every part of your life—from work and relationships to your overall well-being. But it doesn’t have to stay this way. OCD therapy provides a supportive, effective way to regain control over your mind and your life, helping you break free from the cycle of obsessions and compulsions.
What Is OCD?
OCD is a mental health condition characterized by two key components:
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Obsessions: Persistent, unwanted thoughts, images, or urges that cause significant anxiety or distress.
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Compulsions: Repetitive behaviors or mental acts performed to reduce the anxiety caused by obsessions.
Common examples include fears about contamination, needing things to feel “just right,” intrusive thoughts about harm, or excessive doubt. While everyone experiences intrusive thoughts occasionally, for those with OCD, these thoughts and behaviors can feel impossible to ignore or control, often interfering with daily life.
How Can Therapy Help with OCD?
OCD therapy is designed to address both the obsessive thoughts and the compulsive behaviors that maintain the cycle of OCD. Through therapy, you can:
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Understand Your OCD: Gain insight into how obsessions and compulsions function and learn how to disrupt the cycle.
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Reduce Distress from Intrusive Thoughts: Learn to respond to obsessions without fear or avoidance.
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Break Free from Compulsions: Develop strategies to resist the urge to perform repetitive behaviors.
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Improve Emotional Resilience: Strengthen your ability to manage anxiety and uncertainty in healthier ways.
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Reclaim Your Life: Reduce OCD’s grip on your daily activities, relationships, and mental energy.
Effective Approaches to OCD Therapy
At Alberta Psychology Group, we use evidence-based therapies tailored to your unique needs. Some of the most effective approaches for treating OCD include:
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
ERP is the gold standard for OCD treatment. It involves gradually exposing you to your triggers (in a safe, controlled environment) while helping you resist the urge to perform compulsive behaviors. Over time, this process reduces the power of obsessions and lessens the anxiety they cause.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT focuses on identifying and challenging unhelpful thought patterns that fuel OCD. By changing how you interpret and respond to intrusive thoughts, CBT helps you regain control over your mental processes.
Mindfulness and Acceptance Strategies
Mindfulness-based approaches can help you observe intrusive thoughts without judgment, reducing their impact on your emotional state. Acceptance strategies emphasize learning to live with uncertainty rather than seeking constant reassurance.
Is OCD Therapy Right for You?
You might benefit from OCD therapy if:
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You find yourself stuck in repetitive thoughts or behaviors that interfere with daily life.
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You spend significant time and energy avoiding or neutralizing triggers.
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You feel like OCD is controlling your decisions, relationships, or overall happiness.
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You’re ready to learn new tools and strategies to regain control over your life.
Why Choose Alberta Psychology Group for OCD Therapy?
At Alberta Psychology Group, we understand that living with OCD is more than just dealing with intrusive thoughts—it’s about the emotional weight, the frustration, and the hope for change. Our compassionate therapists are experienced in treating OCD using evidence-based methods like ERP and CBT.
We also take a trauma-informed approach, recognizing how past experiences may contribute to your current struggles. Our goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel supported as you work toward healing.
Ready Break the Cycle?
It’s possible to move past the cycle of obsessions and compulsions. Let us help you take the first step. Contact us today to start your journey toward freedom and peace of mind.