Every one of us has habits, but when some habit becomes disruptive and effects an individual’s smooth functioning in day-to-day life that can be challenging and if not treated at an early stage it can become a mental illness.
Are you preoccupied with obsessive thoughts? Do these disturbing thoughts interfere with your work or social life? Do you engage in compulsions or rituals to try to reduce the distress associated with the thoughts?
At CareWay we offer Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and incorporate mindfulness, cognitive restructuring and acceptance practices in order to help you 'unhook' from the thoughts, change your focus of attention and engage in behaviours which are in line with your values and goals. Now also offering Inference-Based CBT for OCD! Please reach out today for a free telephone consultation.
You may feel powerless to stop obsessive thoughts and urges or repetitive behaviours. We can explore ways to help you change these thought patterns to reduce anxious feelings and compulsions. Let us work together to create strategies to help break the cycle of undesirable urges.
Some of our licensed therapists have extensive training and experience providing ERP psychotherapy treatment for OCD to children, adolescents, and adults.
Registered Psychotherapist, Psychology and Coaching Clinics
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is another mental disorder that is an improperly used term in pop media as it is usual to have routines that make us better even though it would not distress us if we could not do them. OCD on the other hand is when these routines start to impact the sufferer’s life, they inhibit them from fully functioning daily. Thus, people with OCD can feel as though their impulses and behaviours are outside of their control and are somehow unnatural.
Psychotherapy is a treatment process which allows clients to have a one-on-one interaction with the therapist. It provides a confidential, safe and comfortable environment where individuals can explore their feelings and behaviors.
We offer specialized treatment for OCD.
Dr. Pongracic’s doctoral research was on the neuropsychology and behavioural economics in individuals with OCD, providing her with a deep understanding of this topic and the therapeutic approaches associated with treatment and support for individuals experiencing OCD and related symptoms.
I specialize in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) by providing personalized, evidence-based therapy to help you manage intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. My approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) techniques, offering a supportive and structured path to recovery. Together, we can work towards reducing the impact of OCD on your daily life and enhancing your overall well-being.