OCD therapists in Mississauga, Ontario ON, Canada CA
OCD
Arzu Ferguson
Psychologist, M.Sc., RP, C. Psych.
OCD can be very distressing and disrupting to your daily life. I have advanced training in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and have worked with children, teenagers and adults who suffer from OCD. My goal as a therapist is to help identify OCD triggers and stressors, make sense of where your anxiety is stemming from and develop healthy coping tools to restore a fulfilling life. For further information, please feel free to contact me and receive a prompt reply.
27 Years Experience
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
Centre of Healing Minds
Registered Psychotherapist
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.
7 Years Experience
OCD
Peakminds Psychology
Psychologist
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.
7 Years Experience
OCD
Mind By Design®
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.
15 Years Experience
OCD
Lauren Fiamelli
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
I know that living with OCD can be both distressing and exhausting. It can impact every aspect of your life and may feel overwhelming at times. I use evidence-based techniques to help control symptoms of OCD and improve your quality of life.
4 Years Experience
OCD
Ps. I Love You Psychotherapy Inc.
Registered Psychotherapist, HBEd, MA (Hons.), Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
OCD is actually a coping mechanism and a result of self doubt and perfectionism. Through integrated modalities and psychoeducation on Imposter Syndrome, I will teach you how to strive for excellence and improve self-acceptance.
2 Years Experience
OCD
Rosetta Racco
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
I have worked with children, adolescents and adults diagnosed with OCD and OCD characteristics.
10 Years Experience
OCD
MindfulWe Holistic Psychotherapy & Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, IMD (candidate)
OCD is a self taught coping strategy (ex. Only If I check the door 3 times, it’s closed). Understanding the root cause of the anxiety that’s fuelling the behaviour is transformative because it brings awareness to the situation.
12 Years Experience
OCD
Sangeeta Tanwar @ Tanwar Psychology
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Are you preoccupied with repetitive thoughts and find it difficult to get rid of them? Do your thoughts scare you? Struggle with urges of repetitive actions? Do you take longer than normal to complete the tasks because you feel stuck in the loop of repetitive behaviors? This could be Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. With therapy, you can free yourself from this trap. I help you finding relief from your obsessions and compulsions.
5 Years Experience