Therapy for OCD
At Sarah Cline & Associates, we recognize the immense challenges that come with living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Our warm and supportive approach ensures that you will always feel safe, welcomed, and understood.
We work with individuals experiencing symptoms such as intrusive thoughts, difficulty controlling fears, efforts to avoid triggers, and compulsive acts to reduce anxiety.
These challenges can significantly impact daily life, but you don’t have to face them alone.
Common Issues and Themes in OCD Therapy
Fear of harming oneself or others
Fear of something terrible happening to oneself or loved ones
Fear of losing control
Fear of contamination
Fears about the future and parenthood
Fear of being in a relationship with the wrong person
Various other types of persistent fears that are resistant to change
Expert Support for Managing Your OCD
Our Approach
We believe in guiding our clients with compassion and without judgment.
Our therapists help you understand your OCD better and develop effective strategies to manage it. We take a thorough inventory of your symptoms and work together to create a personalized treatment plan.
By educating you about OCD and its treatments, we help you gain the skills necessary to address and work through your fears. Our approach includes Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
A Typical Session
During a 55-60 minute session, your therapist will assess your current symptoms, discuss what strategies have been working and what haven’t, and develop a plan for exposure exercises starting with the least scary situations or thoughts.
Sessions are an open dialogue and may include:
- Practicing calming and mindfulness skills
- Discussing potential medication options
- Developing and practicing exposure tasks
- Providing insights and feedback to help you progress
Our compassionate counselors are here to support you through your OCD journey, helping you feel empowered and in control of your life.
At Sarah Cline & Associates, you are not alone. Together, we can navigate the challenges of OCD and work towards a brighter, more peaceful future.
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In-Person Sessions
2100 Manchester Rd. Suite 501-1
Wheaton, IL. 60187
Virtual Sessions
Throughout Illinois