Control your obsessions and compulsions through evidence-based care from Columbia-trained OCD specialists, so they no longer control you.
OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) is a disorder made up of two elements: overwhelming, repeated thoughts (obsessions) and strong urges to perform ritualistic behaviors (compulsions).
OCD is commonly misunderstood, mistreated, or overlooked because of its wide-ranging symptoms and comorbidity, but it can be highly destructive. It impacts people of all ages and walks of life. Left untreated, these disruptions can become fully consuming for you and troublesome for those you love. With the combination of psychiatric and therapeutic assistance, though, OCD can be tamed, and a sense of freedom can be found.
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The journey begins with a comprehensive mental health assessment focused on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, led by our expert team, including Dr. Ryan Sultan. This initial assessment ensures we understand the uniqueness of each patient’s obsessions, compulsions, medical history, and treatment goals. With this, we then create a tailored, evidence-based care plan to address the specifics of OCD.
Based on the initial OCD assessment, our team collaborates to design a personalized treatment plan targeting each person’s obsessions and compulsions. This plan outlines specific therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), aligning with the patient’s unique needs and goals, ensuring comprehensive and effective OCD treatment.
Patients are introduced to evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are proven to be effective in treating OCD. This would look like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with a strong emphasis on Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP). Our team provides detailed explanations and sets expectations, ensuring that patients feel informed and supported.
Regular therapy sessions begin, following the individualized OCD treatment plan. Our therapists, who are experienced in treating OCD, work closely with patients to address their intrusive thoughts and ritualistic behaviors using the most suitable techniques. Sessions are scheduled consistently to ensure progression, symptom reduction, and effectiveness.
For patients whose OCD care includes medication, Dr. Ryan Sultan and our team provide careful prescription management. This includes selected choosing the appropriate medication, such as SSRIs used for OCD, monitoring their effectiveness, and adjusting dosages as needed to optimize therapeutic outcomes and support long-term symptom relief.
We emphasize the importance of education patients about their OCD, empowering them with knowledge about their condition, along with its symptoms, triggers, and treatment. This step includes providing resources, coping strategies, and self-care techniques to enhance the effectiveness of therapy and support overall well-being.
Our commitment to our patients extends beyond the initial stages of OCD treatment. We conduct ongoing evaluations to monitor symptom reduction, track responsiveness to ERP and medication, and adjust the treatment plan as needed. Ongoing appointments and follow-ups ensure that the patient feels continuous support throughout their journey to mental health wellness.
Obsessions and compulsions can become very time-consuming. By treating OCD through Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), clients can be freed from obsessions and compulsions and redirect their time to productive activities.
The need for constant reassurance tends to put a strain on those struggling with OCD. With treatment, relationships can be less stressful and include more conflict-free interactions.
Indecisiveness and the pathological fear of uncertainty are often characteristic of OCD. By treating the root problem, daily tasks can be completed more efficiently and with greater self-assurance.
Treating OCD lowers the number and intensity of triggers. Effective treatment can also lessen baseline stress levels, leading to steadier moods and better sleep.
OCD is often co-morbid with other mental health disorders. Effective, early OCD treatment decreases the chances of later-emerging co-occurring disorders like depression, anxiety, ADHD or substance use issues.
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