Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves more than being organized or particular. OCD can create distressing, unwanted thoughts and a powerful urge to perform behaviours, mental rituals or reassurance-seeking to reduce anxiety.
You may be looking for OCD therapy if you experience:
• Unwanted or frightening intrusive thoughts
• Repeated checking, reviewing or seeking reassurance
• Contamination fears or excessive washing
• Fear of causing harm or making a serious mistake
• Relationship OCD and persistent doubts • Religious or moral obsessions
• A need for things to feel “just right”
• Repeating, counting or arranging behaviours
• Mentally reviewing conversations or past events
• Avoiding people, places or responsibilities because of intrusive thoughts
• Shame about thoughts that do not reflect your actual values
Our therapists provide nonjudgmental support and understand that having an intrusive thought does not mean you want it to happen. Therapy focuses on understanding the OCD cycle, reducing compulsive responses and building greater tolerance for uncertainty. Treatment may incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness-based strategies, depending on the clinician’s training and your individual needs.
Untwist provides support for OCD and intrusive thoughts in Midland and virtually across Ontario. More complex or severe presentations may require specialized treatment or collaboration with additional healthcare professionals. Your workplace or extended-health benefits may cover therapy with an eligible regulated clinician. Coverage varies by plan, and receipts are provided.
Individual Session Fee: $190/50 minute
In-Person in Midland or Virtually across Ontario. Evening availability.
