OCD therapists in Ingersoll, Ontario ON, Canada CA
OCD
Joanna Szczeskiewicz
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) is characterized by presence of obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are the unwanted intrusive thoughts and images that can include unwarranted concerns about a loved one dying in their sleep, disturbing vivid images of stabbing a person standing nearby, or worrying about having grabbed a used needle and injecting oneself with drugs without even being aware of having done so. Obsessions are all about uncertainty. Compulsions represent attempts at dealing with that uncertainty. Some compulsive behaviours appear to make at least some sense (e.g., being vigilant about wellbeing of others), while others don’t make any sense at all (e.g., counting to 100 each time a thought of potential harm comes to person’s mind). Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) protocol for OCD starts with building an inventory of obsessions and compulsions that the affected person engages in. This is followed by cognitive interventions that seek to understand and challenge the beliefs that underpin these symptoms. Many persons with OCD recognize the irrational nature of their thoughts and behaviours. So we use exposure response prevention (ERP) techniques that teach at a very visceral level that despite undeniable initial discomfort, letting go of one’s rituals does not lead to danger. It might not be the most comfortable treatment but, given its proven effectiveness, it’s worth the effort.
28 Years Experience
OCD
Stephanie Wojciechowicz
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapists, CCC, c.o.
For OCD, I utilize a cognitive-behaviour therapy approach. More specifically, gradual exposure occur in order to challenge the specific thoughts and behaviours being experienced.
3 Years Experience
OCD
Cindy (Ha) Allison
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Dip, TIRP.
I am trained in Relational Psychotherapy at the Toronto Institute for Relational Psychotherapy an intensive three-year theoretical and clinical training program in psychodynamic, intersubjective, and relational psychotherapy. I have worked with and supported clients in OCD.
14 Years Experience
OCD
Ms. Gorete Rodrigues
Therapist, Certified Counsellor
Lots of experience and success in this area.
14 Years Experience
OCD
Lumos Counselling owned by Bhavna Verma
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, CCC, RP, Doctoral Student
Using Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy to help you understand the behaviours further and learn new ways to mitigate the compulsions and process the obsessions.
12 Years Experience