You Might Be Doing OCD Therapy Wrong Without Knowing It

What happens when you try exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, do everything you're told, and still don't get better? You might be facing your fears without realizing you're also doing things that keep your OCD alive. Dr. Patrick McGrath is joined by NOCD therapist William Schultz and psychologist Brett Deacon to explore why ERP sometimes falls short. They discuss a patient who couldn't wash her hands during treatment but continued performing mental compulsions, revealing how easily OCD can find another way to maintain its grip. The conversation also explores why intrusive thoughts feel so real, how reassurance and other safety behaviors interfere with recovery, and why learning to tolerate uncomfortable emotions is such an important part of treatment. At NOCD, we specialize in exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD—a treatment that can help you live a fulfilling life. If you’re ready to take your first step, book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YT Follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/ https://twitter.com/treatmyocd https://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.