OCD, ERP & SPACE

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Explore our specialized OCD treatment using ERP and SPACE techniques, designed to effectively manage symptoms and enhance daily living through targeted therapeutic approaches.
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Overcome OCD with specialized care from our expert clinicians

If you’re faced with intrusive thoughts or the need to engage in rituals and behaviors to try and reduce or stop them, you are not alone.


Treating OCD requires specific and nuanced care, incorporating exposure and response prevention (ERP) within CBT- the gold standard of treatment - along with ACT or SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions).


We have several clinicians who are trained at using the YBOCS and C-YBOCS to assess OCD in children, teens, and perinatal population to develop custom treatment to address it.

More about Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE)

SPACE is a parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related problems.

  • Who developed SPACE?

    SPACE was developed by Dr. Eli Lebowitz at the Yale Child Study Center and has been tested and found to be efficacious in randomized controlled clinical trials.

  • Who is SPACE for? Who is the patient?

    SPACE aims to treat children and adolescents with anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder. 


    Although children do not have to attend SPACE sessions - they are the patients! 


    When SPACE treatment is successful children feel less anxious and function better following treatment. 

  • What are some of the main anxiety problems treated with SPACE?

    • Separation anxiety
    • Social anxiety
    • Generalized anxiety
    • Fears and phobias
    • Panic disorder and Agoraphobia
    • Selective mutism
    • Obsessive-compulsive disorder

  • Who participates in treatment?

    Parents (and other caregivers) participate in SPACE treatment sessions. In most cases the child or adolescent does not need to attend the treatment sessions.

  • What happens in SPACE treatment?

    Parents who participate in SPACE will learn skills and tools to help their child overcome anxiety, OCD or related problems.


    The treatment focuses on changes that parents can make to their own behavior, they do not need to make their child change. 


    The two main changes that parents learn to make in SPACE treatment are to respond more supportively to their anxious child and to reduce the accommodations they have been making to the child symptoms. 

  • SPACE website

    https://www.spacetreatment.net/

How counseling for OCD, ERP  can improve your life..

Therapy for OCD with ERP & SPACE techniques effectively tackles obsessive-compulsive behaviors.


It empowers individuals to regain control over their thoughts and actions."


  • Reduces OCD symptoms
  • Breaks compulsive behavior cycles
  • Enhances personal autonomy
  • Improves daily functioning
  • Teaches effective coping skills
  • Fosters healthier thought patterns
  • Supports family involvement and understanding

Resources we recommend to help with your healing journey

We've carefully compiled a list of resources, drawing from expert opinions and successful strategies, to address this and other mental health concerns.


Each resource is chosen for its effectiveness and reliability.

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Common questions about OCD therapy

  • What is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD?

    ERP therapy is a highly effective treatment for OCD. It involves gradually exposing you to your fears and teaching you to resist the urge to engage in compulsive behaviors. This process helps reduce OCD symptoms over time.

  • How long does ERP therapy usually take to show results?

    The time frame varies for each individual. Some people may notice improvements in a few weeks, while others might need a few months of consistent therapy.

  • Is ERP therapy uncomfortable or distressing?

    ERP therapy can be challenging since it involves facing fears, but it’s done in a controlled, gradual manner. A therapist will support you throughout the process to ensure it’s manageable.

  • What can I expect in my first ERP therapy session for OCD?

    In your first session, the therapist will typically discuss your OCD symptoms, history, and goals. They will explain ERP and start creating a customized treatment plan.

  • How can I prepare for ERP therapy sessions?

    Preparing for ERP therapy involves being open to facing fears and committing to the process. Keeping a journal of your OCD thoughts and behaviors can be helpful for your sessions.

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