Real Relief From the Grip of OCD

OCD is often treated with medications called SSRIs, which can reduce the intensity of intrusive thoughts and compulsions. OCD sometimes needs higher doses than depression and can take several weeks to show full benefit, so careful, patient management matters. We monitor closely, adjust as needed, and combine medication with therapy for the best results.

Being organized or careful is a preference; OCD is a distressing disorder. With OCD, unwanted intrusive thoughts create intense anxiety, and compulsions feel necessary to relieve it, often consuming significant time and interfering with life. If your thoughts and rituals feel uncontrollable and distressing, that is very different from simply liking order.

Medication can significantly reduce OCD symptoms, and for many people the most effective approach combines medication with a specific therapy called exposure and response prevention (ERP). We provide medication management and coordinate with therapy so you get comprehensive care. Results vary, but many people experience meaningful relief.

Never. Intrusive thoughts in OCD are often disturbing precisely because they go against your values — that is how OCD works. They do not make you a bad person. We understand this well and provide a safe, judgment-free space to talk openly so we can help.

Yes. Evaluation, medication management, and follow-up for OCD can be effectively provided through secure telehealth across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. In-person visits at our Stoughton, MA office are also available whenever you prefer.