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OCD Treatment,Therapy & Counselling in India

Get expert OCD treatment from Anvaya Healthcare. Our experienced team of psychologists and psychiatrists, trained at AIIMS, Lady Hardinge Medical College, and NIMHANS, provides therapy, counselling, and medication support from the comfort of your home, anywhere in India. Enjoy 100% personalized, confidential, and secure care with flexible consultation options.

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  • Condition Overview

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: An Overview

OCD gets misrepresented more than almost any mental health condition. Most people hear “OCD” and think of someone who likes things neat. The actual experience is nothing like that — it’s intrusive, exhausting, and quietly takes over large portions of a person’s life without anyone around them understanding what’s happening.

Globally, OCD affects roughly 1 to 2% of the population. A large-scale study among college students in Kerala found a point prevalence of 3.3% among young adults. The average time between first symptoms and a proper diagnosis is 14 to 17 years — most of adolescence and early adulthood spent managing an untreated condition.

OCD responds well to treatment. ERP — Exposure and Response Prevention — is among the most effective psychological interventions in psychiatry. Medication helps many people alongside it. Getting to the right treatment requires the right professional, and platforms like Anvaya Healthcare make that accessible to people across India.

1-2%

OCD affects roughly 1 to 2% of the population globally.

Untreated through formative years

Average time between first symptoms and a proper diagnosis is 14 to 17 years. Most of adolescence and early adulthood spent managing an untreated condition.

Legal

Psychiatrists can legally prescribe antipsychotics under India's Telemedicine Guidelines 2020

Types of Doctors for OCD Treatment in India

A psychiatrist (MBBS + MD in Psychiatry) assesses severity, diagnoses OCD, and manages medication where appropriate. For moderate to severe OCD — where the rituals and obsessions are consuming several hours a day — SSRIs prescribed by a psychiatrist significantly reduce symptom intensity and make engagement with therapy more manageable. Only a psychiatrist can prescribe.

A clinical psychologist (M.Phil. + RCI registration) delivers ERP, which is the gold-standard therapy for OCD. ERP requires skill to calibrate correctly — move too fast and the patient overwhelmed, too slow and nothing changes. That calibration is clinical work, not something that can be self-guided effectively.

For OCD specifically, medication and therapy working in coordination consistently outperform either alone — which is why integrated care between psychiatrist and psychologist matters.

  • Symptoms

Symptoms That Require OCD Treatment

The thing about OCD: the person experiencing it usually knows their obsessions are irrational.

Obsession-Intrusive, distressing thoughts

The person experiencing it usually knows their obsessions are irrational. That's part of what makes it so distressing. They know checking the lock twice doesn't change whether it's locked. They know the intrusive thought doesn't reflect who they are. And they can't stop. Obsessions are unwanted intrusive thoughts — fears of contamination, harm, doing something terrible, getting things wrong. They attach to things that don't warrant that level of attention and refuse to let go.

Compulsion-Repetitive behaviors to ease anxiety

Compulsions are the behaviours that temporarily relieve the anxiety: checking, counting, cleaning, arranging, seeking reassurance. Temporary is the key word. The relief lasts briefly, the anxiety returns, and the cycle repeats. Severe OCD can consume several hours daily. Work suffers. Relationships suffer. The person withdraws rather than explain, because they know it sounds strange. If any of this sounds familiar — for yourself or someone you care about — a proper assessment is the right next step.

  • The Process

How OCD Treatment Works

You book a session. At Anvaya Healthcare, you can start with a psychiatrist or a psychologist. For most OCD cases, starting with a psychiatric assessment helps determine severity and whether medication is needed.

Book & Connect

Book your session by phone or schedule a consultation. Our team will guide you on whether to begin with a psychiatrist or psychologist. For OCD, a psychiatric assessment is often recommended first.

Full Assessment

A detailed evaluation covering obsessions, compulsions, duration, daily impact, and past treatment. The assessment follows DSM-5 criteria and is never rushed.

Diagnosis & Medication

Diagnosis is established clinically. Medication, such as SSRIs, is introduced when required and prescribed legally under India’s Telemedicine Practice Guidelines (2020).

Ongoing Therapy & Follow-up

Therapy focuses on ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention). Regular follow-ups track progress, reduction in compulsions, and ability to resist them—ensuring long-term improvement.

Therapies Used for OCD Treatment in India

ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention)

ERP — Exposure and Response Prevention — is the treatment of choice for OCD. You expose yourself to what triggers the obsession. You resist the compulsion. You let the anxiety rise and fall on its own, learning through repeated experience that the feared outcome doesn’t happen and the discomfort is survivable. Over time, the anxiety response weakens. The compulsive urge reduces. It requires a skilled therapist who can build an exposure hierarchy that’s challenging but not overwhelming, and who can support the person through sitting with uncertainty

Medication (SSRIs)

SSRIs at higher doses than typically used for depression are effective for OCD and often prescribed alongside ERP. They reduce obsession intensity enough that therapy becomes more manageable. For most people, the combination outperforms either alone.

 

Psychoeducation

Psychoeducation comes first — helping the person and their family understand what OCD is, why reassurance-seeking reinforces the cycle rather than breaking it, and what treatment involves. No two people’s OCD looks the same, and the therapy plan needs to reflect that.

  • Our Specialists

Best Doctors for OCD Treatment in India

Dr. Sneha Sharma

Dr. Sneha Sharma

Consultant Psychiatrist | De-Addiction Specialist

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

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Dr. Sneha Sharma

Consultant Psychiatrist | De-Addiction Specialist

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Experience: 14+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Sleep Disorders, Stress & Burnout, Panic Attacks, Dementia &... more
Specialization: Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Adult Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Neuropsychiatry, Medication Management (Psychopharmacology), De-addiction Psychiatry, Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis, Women's Mental... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 2,500 for 20 mins

Experience: 14+ Years

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Dr. Purva Agarwal

Dr. Purva Agarwal

Clinical Psychologist

PsyD, RCI (Psychology)

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Dr. Purva Agarwal

Clinical Psychologist

PsyD, RCI (Psychology)

Experience: 3+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Dissociative Disorders, Trauma & PTSD, Grief & Loss, Substance Use Disorders, Eating Disorders, Sleep... more
Specialization: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Child & Adolescent Psychology, Psychological Assessment & Testing, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Evidence-Based Psychotherapy, Adult Individual Therapy, Dissociation... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 2,000 for 60 mins

Experience: 3+ Years

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Mr. Manish Kumar

Mr. Manish Kumar

Clinical Psychologist

M.A & M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)

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Mr. Manish Kumar

Clinical Psychologist

M.A & M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)

Experience: 3+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD & Trauma, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Intellectual Disability, Conduct Disorder, Personality Disorders, Eating... more
Specialization: Psychological Assessment & Diagnosis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Crisis Intervention, Juvenile & Adolescent... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 2,000 for 60 mins

Experience: 3+ Years

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Dr. Poulami Basu

Dr. Poulami Basu

Psychiatrist

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

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Dr. Poulami Basu

Psychiatrist

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Experience: 6+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Alcohol & Substance Addiction, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia & Psychosis, ADHD, Sleep Disorders, Stress & Burnout, Panic... more
Specialization: De-addiction Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (NIMHANS-trained), Geriatric Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, General Adult Psychiatry, Medication Management (Psychopharmacology), Psychiatric Evaluation &... more
Languages: Hindi, English, Bengali
₹ 1,500 for 30 mins

Experience: 6+ Years

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Dr. Abhineet Sayal

Dr. Abhineet Sayal

Consultant Psychiatrist

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

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Dr. Abhineet Sayal

Consultant Psychiatrist

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Experience: 15+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Phobias, Substance Use Disorders, Internet and Behavioral Addictions, Stress and... more
Specialization: Addiction Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, Telepsychiatry, Community Psychiatry, Patient-Centred Care, Psychopharmacotherapy, Biopsychosocial Assessment, Risk Assessment & Crisis Intervention, Suicide... more
Languages: Hindi, English, Punjabi
₹ 2,000 for 30 mins

Experience: 15+ Years

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Dr. Palak Patel

Dr. Palak Patel

Psychiatrist

MBBS, DNB (Psychiatry)

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Dr. Palak Patel

Psychiatrist

MBBS, DNB (Psychiatry)

Experience: 8+ Years
Treatments: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Psychosis & Schizophrenia, Addiction & Substance... more
Specialization: General Adult Psychiatry, Anxiety & Mood Disorder Management, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Medication Management (Psychopharmacology), Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis, De-addiction... more
Languages: Hindi, English, Gujarati
₹ 1,500 for 30 mins

Experience: 8+ Years

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Ms. Ananya Singh

Ms. Ananya Singh

Clinical Psychologist

MA & M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)

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Ms. Ananya Singh

Clinical Psychologist

MA & M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)

Experience: 3+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Stress & Burnout, OCD, Trauma & PTSD, Grief & Loss, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Panic Attacks, Adjustment &... more
Specialization: Psychological Assessment & Diagnosis, IQ Testing & Intellectual Assessment, Personality Assessment, Learning Disability & ADHD Assessment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 2,000 for 60 mins

Experience: 3+ Years

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Ms. Niti Joshi

Ms. Niti Joshi

Clinical Psychologist

MA & M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)

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Ms. Niti Joshi

Clinical Psychologist

MA & M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)

Experience: 7+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma & PTSD, Relationship & Marital Issues, ADHD, Stress & Burnout, Workplace Stress & Work-Life Issues, Grief... more
Specialization: Couple & Relationship Therapy, Psychological Assessment & Diagnosis, Neurodivergence (ADHD & Autism in Adults and Children), Psycho-Oncology & Chronic Illness... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 3,000 for 60 mins

Experience: 7+ Years

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Ms. Lata Arya

Ms. Lata Arya

Clinical Psychologist

MA (Clinical Psychology), RCI Registered

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Ms. Lata Arya

Clinical Psychologist

MA (Clinical Psychology), RCI Registered

Experience: 5+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Behavioural Problems in Children, School-Related Anxiety, Stress & Burnout, Emotional Regulation Difficulties, OCD,... more
Specialization: Psychological Assessment & Diagnosis, Child & Adolescent Therapy, ADHD & Autism Assessment, Individualized Treatment Planning, De-addiction & Rehabilitation Support, Psychoeducation... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 2,000 for 60 mins

Experience: 5+ Years

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Ms. Arpita Vij

Ms. Arpita Vij

Clinical Psychologist

M.Phil. | MA | PG Diploma in Counselling & Family Therapy

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Ms. Arpita Vij

Clinical Psychologist

M.Phil. | MA | PG Diploma in Counselling & Family Therapy

Experience: 3+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Family Conflict & Dysfunction, Relationship & Marital Issues, Stress & Burnout, OCD, Emotional Regulation Difficulties, Trauma &... more
Specialization: Family Therapy, Couples & Marital Counselling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychological Assessment & Diagnosis, Individual Psychotherapy, Parent & Family Psychoeducation,... more
Languages: Hindi, English, Punjabi
₹ 2,000 for 60 mins

Experience: 3+ Years

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Dr. Kampila Kardam

Dr. Kampila Kardam

Psychiatrist & De-Addiction Specialist

MBBS | DPM (Psychiatry) | DNB (Neuropsychiatry)

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Dr. Kampila Kardam

Psychiatrist & De-Addiction Specialist

MBBS | DPM (Psychiatry) | DNB (Neuropsychiatry)

Experience: 8+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Panic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Alcohol & Substance Addiction, Schizophrenia & Psychosis, Late-Life... more
Specialization: Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry & De-addiction, Medication Management (Psychopharmacology), Anxiety Disorder Treatment, Neuropsychiatry, Psychiatric Evaluation &... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 1,500 for 30 mins

Experience: 8+ Years

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Ms. Anusuya Datta

Ms. Anusuya Datta

Clinical Psychologist

M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)

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Ms. Anusuya Datta

Clinical Psychologist

M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)

Experience: 15+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Adult ADHD, Stress & Burnout, OCD, Low Self-Esteem & Self-Worth Issues, Emotional Regulation Difficulties, Trauma & Emotional... more
Specialization: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adult ADHD (incl. ADHD in Women & Late Diagnosis), Positive Psychology Interventions, Character Strength & Emotional... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 5,500 for 50 mins

Experience: 15+ Years

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Ms. Simran Kumari

Ms. Simran Kumari

Clinical Psychologist

M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (IHBAS, Delhi University)

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Ms. Simran Kumari

Clinical Psychologist

M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (IHBAS, Delhi University)

Experience: 2+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorder, OCD, Stress Management, Emotional Distress Counselling, Adjustment Disorder, Personality Disorder, Individual Psychotherapy, Psychological Counselling, Adolescent Mental Health,... more
Specialization: Adult Clinical Psychology Adolescent Clinical Psychology Psychometric Testing Personality Assessment Projective Testing Cognitive Assessment Intelligence Testing (IQ) Clinical Formulation Case... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 1,500 for 50 mins

Experience: 2+ Years

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Ms. Anjali Manchanda

Ms. Anjali Manchanda

Counselling Psychologist

M.A. Clinical Psychology | PG Diploma in Guidance & Counselling (PGDGC)

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Ms. Anjali Manchanda

Counselling Psychologist

M.A. Clinical Psychology | PG Diploma in Guidance & Counselling (PGDGC)

Experience: 3+ Years
Treatments: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Stress & Burnout, Bipolar Disorder, Emotional Dysregulation, Adjustment Disorders, Grief & Loss, Self-Esteem Issues, Adolescent Mental... more
Specialization: Individual Therapy, Psychological Assessment, Relationship & Couples Counselling, Adolescent Counselling, Neurodevelopmental Support, Neurological Rehabilitation Counselling, CBT, DBT, Behaviour Therapy, Supportive... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 2,000 for 60 mins

Experience: 3+ Years

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Ms. Divya Badal

Ms. Divya Badal

Clinical Psychologist

M.Phil. Clinical Psychology (IHBAS)

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Ms. Divya Badal

Clinical Psychologist

M.Phil. Clinical Psychology (IHBAS)

Experience: 3+ Years
Treatments: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Stress & Burnout, Academic Stress, Emotional Difficulties, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem Concerns, Adjustment Difficulties, Child & Adolescent Behavioural... more
Specialization: Clinical Psychology, Psychological Assessment, Clinical Diagnosis, Child & Adolescent Mental Health, Student Counselling, Family Counselling, Cross-Cultural Counselling, Queer-Affirmative Therapy, CBT,... more
Languages: Hindi, English
₹ 1,500 for 60 mins

Experience: 3+ Years

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  • Benefits

Benefits of OCD Therapy & Counselling

Privacy is particularly meaningful for people with OCD. The content of obsessions is often deeply embarrassing — taboo thoughts, fears of harming loved ones, and sexual intrusive thoughts. A significant number of people with OCD have never told anyone what their obsessions actually involve. Consulting privately from home makes it easier to be fully honest in a way that changes the quality of the assessment and the therapy. Convenience matters for long-term treatment — OCD therapy, especially ERP, takes time. Flexible sessions that fit around work and family make it realistic to sustain. Affordability compared to private in-person care in major cities is real. Pan India reach via Anvaya Healthcare means people outside Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru can access therapists with actual ERP expertise — which is rarer than it should be even in the metros. Continuous support between sessions is part of the process, not an optional extra.

  • Transparent Pricing

Session Fees & Plans

Learn about OCD therapy price and explore affordable, transparent consultation fees for expert psychological care.

Psychiatric Consultations

₹1500 – ₹2,500 per session

  • Psychiatric assessment (30–90 min)
  • Medication prescription & monitoring
  • Legal medication prescription
  • Medication monitoring & adjustment
  • Follow-up sessions shorter & less expensive

Psychologist Sessions/(ERP Therapy)

₹1,500 – ₹5,500 per session

  • ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) therapy
  • ERP course typically runs 16 to 20 sessions, sometimes more
  • Duration depends on severity
  • Caregiver support & guidance
  • Requires specialized clinical expertise
  • Why Choose Us

Why Choose Anvaya Healthcare for OCD Treatment?

The clinical team at Anvaya Healthcare trained at AIIMS, NIMHANS, IHBAS, Lady Hardinge Medical College, and VIMHANS. NIMHANS in Bengaluru has been one of India’s most active centres for OCD research — having that clinical lineage in the team matters when specific ERP expertise is what the condition requires.

Treatment is evidence-based and calibrated to the individual. OCD severity varies enormously — from someone spending 30 minutes daily on rituals to someone nearly disabled by the condition. The approach reflects that. Confidential, easy to book, available across India. Psychiatry and psychology within the same clinical setting means medication and therapy decisions are made with awareness of each other.

  • AIIMS, NIMHANS & IHBAS Trained Specialists

    For OCD, where medication management over years requires careful clinical judgement, training depth matters in ways that are hard to overstate.

  • Personalised, Not Templated

    Treatment is built around the individual — history, symptoms, family context, and goals for recovery. Not a standard protocol applied to everyone.

  • Complete Confidentiality

    Consult from home. The stigma around OCD in India is among the harshest. Privacy is a clinical necessity, not just a feature.

  • Integrated Psychiatry + Psychology

    When both work in coordination, outcomes are substantially better. At Anvaya, that coordination actually happens — both are within the same clinical setting.

  • Pan-India Access

    A family in Kanpur, Bhopal, or any smaller city gets the same quality of psychiatric expertise as someone in South Delhi. That's the whole point.

Patient Satisfaction 97%
Avg. Relapse Reduction 60%
  • Tips

Tips to Prepare for OCD Consultation

Before the first session, track your obsessions and compulsions for a few days. Write down what the obsession involves, what the compulsion is, roughly how long each cycle takes, and what situations trigger it. This specificity helps the clinician assess accurately from the start. Bring your medical and therapy history — any previous OCD diagnoses, medications tried, therapy attempted. Whether previous therapy specifically included ERP matters — many people with OCD have had general counselling that wasn’t ERP, and the clinician needs to know that.

List your main triggers and patterns. What reliably sets things off? What does a bad day look like? The more specific, the better the treatment plan. Private, stable environment for the session. And come ready to actively participate in therapy — ERP is not passive. The exposures work because the person does them. The therapist guides, supports, and calibrates, but can’t do the hard part for you. Arriving prepared and committed makes a real difference to outcomes.

  • Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. ERP delivered through virtual consultations has been shown to produce outcomes comparable to in-person treatment across multiple studies. The key is working with a therapist specifically trained in ERP, not just general CBT.

Yes. The psychiatrists are qualified medical doctors, registered with state medical councils, and legally permitted to prescribe SSRIs and other medications via online consultation under India's Telemedicine Practice Guidelines (2020).

A typical ERP course runs 16 to 20 sessions, sometimes longer for severe presentations. Many people see meaningful improvement within 12 weeks. Maintenance sessions may continue afterwards.

Yes. ERP works well through virtual consultations — the exposures typically happen in the person's own environment anyway, which can actually make this approach advantageous.

Yes, they are confidential.

For mild to moderate OCD — start with a psychologist trained specifically in ERP. For moderate to severe, or where medication may help — start with a psychiatrist, or see both. Therapist experience in OCD specifically matters more here than general mental health experience.

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