OCD

OCD services offered in Canonsburg, Washington and Philadelphia, PA

The repetitive behaviors and intrusive thoughts of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can cause severe distress for individual sufferers and the people who love them. Pioneer Counseling and Consulting offers compassionate care for adults and children with OCD. The skilled therapy team provides diagnostic evaluations in person and through telehealth to assess the severity of OCD symptoms and tailor their care using individual and family therapy, medication, and other advanced treatments. Call the office in Canonsburg, Washington, or Bala Cynwyd (near Philadelphia), Pennsylvania, to schedule an OCD evaluation or book an appointment online today.

OCD Q & A

What is OCD?

OCD is a mental health disorder that causes a pattern of unwanted thoughts called obsessions, which trigger strong urges (compulsions) to repeat certain behaviors. Ignoring the urge to engage in these behaviors causes extreme stress, frustration, and embarrassment that further complicates a person’s mental health and quality of life.

People with OCD can develop obsessions about a wide range of themes, including:

Fear of contamination
Unwanted sexual thoughts
Intolerance to clutter or disorganization
Aggressive thoughts about self-harm or harming others

OCD-related compulsions can include following a strict routine, repeatedly counting or placing objects in a specific order, and repeatedly washing your hands. For some people, these behaviors can be extreme and last for hours, making it difficult for them to fulfill their responsibilities.

Pioneer Counseling and Consulting offers compassionate care to adults and children with OCD. The medical team provides initial evaluations in the office and through a virtual telehealth platform and customizes care to your individual needs.

When should I seek medical attention for OCD?

Schedule a diagnostic evaluation at Pioneer Counseling and Consulting if you or your child experiences a pattern of compulsions and obsessions that interfere with work, school, or your daily routine.

The Negative effects of OCD may include:

Spending excessive time engaged in repetitive behaviors
Raw skin or open sores from handwashing
Relationship conflicts
Poor personal hygiene
Problems at home, work, or school
Thoughts of self-harm or suicide

The team offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluations in the office and through telehealth to assess the severity of your symptoms. They also screen for co-existing mental health issues like depression and anxiety.

How is OCD treated?

Pioneer Counseling and Consulting offers personalized treatment to adults and kids with OCD. The goal is to ease the severity of symptoms so that they don’t compromise your quality of life.

Your OCD treatment plan can include:

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is talk therapy that helps you identify negative thought patterns and behaviors. The team offers focused therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure and response prevention (ERP) to help you regain control over OCD-related fears and obsessions.

Medication

Medication is available to manage obsessive thoughts and repetitive behaviors. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, your provider might prescribe an antidepressant or another psychiatric medicine.

Call Pioneer Counseling and Consulting to schedule a diagnostic evaluation for OCD or book an appointment online today.