Sessions are 50 minutes, typically once per week. Weekly meetings provide the best opportunity for progress; less frequent sessions often maintain rather than reduce symptoms. For clients seeking faster improvement or with more severe symptoms, I also offer intensive individual treatment. As goals are met, we’ll gradually taper to less frequent sessions.
Your first session includes discussing what brings you to treatment. I’ll ask about your thoughts, triggers, and responses to anxiety. Sharing this can feel difficult, and I offer a supportive and nonjudgmental space for you to do so. I’ve specialized in OCD for over a decade and have worked with a wide range of themes—including contamination, harm, sexual orientation, morality, and “not just right” experiences. We’ll also review your background to understand the broader context of your symptoms.
After the initial assessment, I’ll create a tailored treatment plan focused on helping you learn practical strategies for managing OCD and anxiety. Each session combines structure—introducing and practicing new skills—with flexibility to address current stressors. We’ll decide together on weekly homework and track progress over time.
Treatment involves gradually facing fears with courage and compassion. We’ll build a hierarchy of challenges, starting small and moving toward more difficult ones, so you can regain confidence and freedom in your daily life. Finally, we’ll develop a relapse prevention plan to identify early warning signs and steps to maintain long-term gains.
