Dedicated exclusively to OCD treatment throughout Canada, our therapists help you unload the fear, shame, frustration and regain control from OCD once and for all.
We have impacted the lives of 2000+ patients.
Regardless of the OCD subtype, ERP can help you overcome the fear and move forward. If OCD is interfering with your life, ERP can help.
Anything you fear can become an obsession. Obsessions are frequent, distressing, and uncontrollable thoughts, images or urges that cause intense anxiety.
Anything that works to ease the anxiety caused by the obsession can become a compulsion. Compulsions always accompany obsessions in the form of repetitive behaviours, rituals or mental thoughts (often mistaken for Pure “O”)
We help individuals, families, and children overcome OCD. Whether you live with someone who has OCD or experience it yourself, you may notice these patterns that make it increasingly difficult to engage in everyday activities, work, or relationships.
ERP is specifically tailored to the child's developmental level and often incorporates parents into the treatment process. This helps support exposure exercises and manage anxiety more effectively, ensuring a comprehensive approach to treatment.
For teens, ERP often includes the participation of parents whenever possible, which not only supports the therapeutic process but also helps the teen confront and overcome the feelings of shame that frequently accompany OCD.
Across all age groups, ERP is the gold standard. Confronting the fear while resisting compulsions, individuals learn the OCD fear is a liar. Often, ERP is supplemented with medication like SSRIs for additional symptom relief
We see it all the time – individuals with OCD being misdiagnosed or worse, treated for anxiety when they actually are living with OCD.
In the past, obsessive compulsive disorder was thought to be a type of anxiety disorder. We now know that to not be true and yet it can still be so difficult to get that OCD diagnosis.
Also making the two difficult to differentiate between is the fact that they share symptoms such as excessive worry. But there are key differences that help us diagnose and treat OCD.
How OCD & Anxiety Differ:
Obsessive compulsive disorder requires specific, evidence-based treatment, and our therapists focus exclusively on OCD to deliver unparalleled expertise. Using proven methods like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), we provide specialized care, tailored to you to help you take back control of your life.
You’ll learn exposure strategies specifically designed to effectively overcome the OCD. As Social Workers with extensive training in OCD, we use ERP every, single, day. We don’t treat the OCD symptoms, we treat the core fear that causes them. In this way, treatment becomes much more effective and long-lasting.
Together with your therapist, you’ll confront the OCD in-clinic, at home, in the community, and wherever the OCD lives.
Prevalence
Everyone knows someone. OCD affects 1-2% of the population worldwide, making it one of the most common mental health disorders. That’s approximately 350,000 individuals in Ontario alone.
Age of Onset
Often begins in adolescence or early adulthood, with the average age of onset being around 19 years old. But OCD is under-recognized and undertreated. Up to 70% of youth are never introduced to ERP.
Comorbidity
About 90% of people with OCD also have at least one other mental health condition, highlighting the complexity and interconnected nature of OCD with other disorders.
Step 1
During this no-obligation initial assessment we’ll answer all of your questions and help you discover the journey to OCD recovery is possible. If you decide, in the first 15-minutes of your assessment, that we’re not the right fit for you, no problem! You won’t be charged for the session.
Step 2
During your assesment we’ll answer your OCD related questions and help you discover the journey to OCD recovery is possible.
Step 3
Recovery is possible. We will advise a plan to begin your recovery journey and dive into the nitty gritty of the OCD.
Explore stories from clients who’ve experienced meaningful change through OCD therapy.
OCD North provides specialized treatments for individuals with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), focusing on evidence-based treatment Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Habit Reversal Training (HRT). ERP involves gradually exposing individuals to their fears while preventing the associated compulsive behaviors, HRT is designed to reduce and manage repetitive behaviors. We offer individualized treatment plans for children, teens, and adults to ensure the best outcomes for each age group.
At OCD North, we understand everyone's experience with OCD is unique. Our therapists conduct thorough assessments to understand the specific obsessions, compulsions, and core fear affecting each person. Based on this assessment, we develop personalized treatment plans that focus on the individual's specific needs, goals, and challenges.
At OCD North, we recognize that OCD affects individuals differently based on their age. Our therapists conduct comprehensive assessments to develop tailored treatment plans that cater to children, teens, and adults. These plans include ERP, customized to address the specific needs and challenges of each age group. We also provide specialized programs for professionals, parents, and groups to support the broader community involved in the care and management of OCD.
OCD North offers a range of programs to support professionals, parents, and groups involved with individuals affected by OCD. Our professional programs include training and workshops on ERP and HRT techniques to equip therapists and counselors with effective tools for treating OCD. For parents, we provide educational sessions and support groups to help them understand and support their children through the treatment process. Additionally, we offer group therapy sessions for individuals with OCD to share experiences and strategies in a supportive environment. Our programs are designed to foster a collaborative approach to managing and treating OCD across different communities.
Our therapists are trained extensively to use the best treatment for OCD, helping you and your family overcome OCD and reclaim your life.
To instill hope and promote recovery from OCD.
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