OCD

What if I did something bad and I can't remember?

OCD is chronically misunderstood, leaving those who struggle with it feeling invalidated, confused, and ashamed. Despite the common stereotypes, like being a “clean freak” or needing things to be perfectly orderly, OCD is an exhausting, debilitating cycle driven by intense fear and the constant need to prove you’re not in danger or haven’t done something wrong.

Common signs of OCD

  • Intrusive thoughts, weather rational or not
  • The need for certainity
  • Rituals or compulsive behaviors
  • Avoidance
  • The need to feel "just right"
  • Feeling "compelled" to carry out a task even though it feels silly
  • Mentally reviewing events to ensure you didn't miss something
  • Leaning on distractions to avoid intrusive thoughts
  • Reassurance seeking
  • Checking behaviors
  • Severe distress if routine designed around a ritual is disrupted

Steps Forward

OCD doesn’t have to control your life. Therapy, especially ACT-informed ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), can help you break free from the cycle of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.

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In case of emergency, please call 911 or locate your nearest emergency center.

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