These behaviours aim to reduce anxiety and distress, but they can actually heighten anxiety and feelings of unease, creating a cycle of prolonged suffering that’s hard to escape.
While many with OCD exhibit signs of both obsessive and compulsive behaviour, it’s possible to have only one or the other. Pure O, a subtype of OCD, involves distressing intrusive thoughts but without obvious outwards behaviours, as the rituals are often mental. Magical thinking is another common aspect of OCD, where people believe their thoughts or actions can alter real-world events.
OCD often begins in adolescence or early adulthood, though it can also develop as early as childhood. It can go hand in hand with other disorders, such as depression or anxiety. While some experts believe OCD is caused by imbalances in brain chemistry, others think environmental factors may play a part. Symptoms can be subtle at first and easy to miss, but they may gradually develop and impact a person’s daily life if left untreated.
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Common OCD Obsessions
Common OCD Compulsions
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Our expert team provides specialised OCD treatment from our online clinics and OCD therapy clinic in Guildford, Surrey.
There’s no shame in asking for help – it’s a sign of strength. If any of the signs below resonate with how you feel, it might be a good time to talk to a mental health professional. As a general rule with any health condition, it’s important to seek advice if your life is drastically impacted by it.
Problematic signs of OCD that require support include:
At Dr Jo Gee Psychotherapy, your wellbeing is our top priority. We offer psychotherapy for OCD online and CBT for OCD in Guildford, Surrey.
Our handpicked team of professionals is here to guide you through every step of the process to feeling better in your own skin and living your best life.
Our standard approach to treating OCD is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), a talking therapy which has been proven to be effective in treating disorders like OCD. Key benefits of CBT include:
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Guildford
GU2 9JX
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Monday – Friday: 9.00am – 9.00pm