You deserve to live without constant doubt, checking, or rituals controlling your day. Our specialized OCD treatment in Tyler, TX helps you break the cycle of obsessions and compulsions that have been stealing your peace of mind.
Imagine waking up without that immediate rush of anxiety. Picture yourself touching doorknobs, leaving the house, or being around your loved ones without those intrusive thoughts taking over. This isn’t just wishful thinking—it’s what happens when you get the right kind of help.
We use proven methods like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based CBT (I-CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) because they work. These aren’t experimental approaches—they’re the treatments that research shows give you the best chance at real recovery.
We bring world-class OCD treatment directly to Tyler, Texas. Our team includes nationally known researchers, published clinicians, and treatment providers who have shaped international OCD guidelines.
What sets us apart is that many of our clinicians have lived experience with the very conditions we treat. This gives us insight that goes beyond textbook knowledge—we truly understand what you’re facing because we’ve been there too.
We’ve been serving the East Texas community with both virtual and in-person appointments, making specialized OCD care accessible when you need it most. Unlike general therapists who might see OCD occasionally, this is what we do every single day.
Your treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment where we listen to your specific concerns without judgment. No thought is too taboo, no ritual too embarrassing. We’ve heard it all, and nothing shocks us.
Next, we create your personalized treatment plan. This might include ERP therapy, where you gradually face feared situations while learning to resist compulsions. Or we might use I-CBT, which focuses on the faulty reasoning that creates obsessional doubts in the first place. For some clients, ACT helps you change your relationship with unwanted thoughts entirely.
We’re completely transparent about our process, timeline, and what you can expect. Most people see meaningful improvement within weeks, though everyone’s journey is different. We meet you where you are—emotionally, culturally, and geographically—whether that’s through secure telehealth or in our Tyler area office.
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We treat all forms of OCD, from the well-known contamination fears to the lesser-discussed themes like harm OCD, symmetry and orderliness compulsions, and postpartum OCD. If you’re dealing with intrusive thoughts about hurting someone, needing things to be “just right,” or terrifying thoughts about your baby, we have specific expertise in these areas.
Tyler families dealing with pediatric OCD find our approach particularly helpful. We work with children, adolescents, and adults, understanding that OCD looks different at every age. Our intensive four-day treatment option serves those who need more concentrated care.
East Texas residents appreciate our flexibility. Whether you’re managing work in Tyler’s healthcare sector, balancing family life, or dealing with the unique stressors of our community, we adapt our treatment to fit your reality. We also collaborate with local medical providers when medication might be helpful alongside therapy.
Most people see noticeable improvement in OCD symptoms within 6-12 weeks of starting specialized treatment. However, the timeline varies based on symptom severity, how long you’ve had OCD, and which treatment approach works best for you.
ERP therapy typically involves 12-20 sessions, while I-CBT might take a similar timeframe. Some clients benefit from our intensive four-day program for faster results. The key is consistency and working with specialists who understand OCD specifically, not general anxiety treatment.
Remember, improvement doesn’t mean perfection. Many people find they can manage occasional intrusive thoughts without them controlling their lives, which is a huge victory compared to where they started.
ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) is the gold standard OCD treatment that involves gradually facing feared situations while resisting compulsions. You might touch a doorknob and not wash your hands, teaching your brain that the anxiety naturally decreases without rituals.
I-CBT (Inference-based CBT) works differently by targeting the faulty reasoning that creates obsessional doubts before anxiety even starts. Instead of exposing you to fears, it helps you understand how your mind creates these “what if” scenarios and teaches you to trust reality over imagination.
Both are highly effective, but some people prefer I-CBT if they’re anxious about exposure exercises. We’ll help you determine which approach fits your specific situation and comfort level. Sometimes we combine elements of both for the best results.
Absolutely. Harm OCD—intrusive thoughts about hurting yourself or others—is one of our specialties. These thoughts are terrifying precisely because they go against your values, which is actually a good sign that you’re not dangerous.
We understand the shame and fear that comes with these thoughts. Many people worry they’re “going crazy” or might actually act on them, but research shows that people with harm OCD are actually less likely to be violent than the general population. Your distress about these thoughts proves you’re not the person OCD tells you you might be.
Treatment involves understanding why these thoughts feel so threatening and learning to let them pass without engaging in mental checking, reassurance seeking, or avoidance behaviors. We create a completely judgment-free space where you can discuss these thoughts openly and get the specialized help you deserve.
Yes, we have specific expertise in postpartum OCD, which affects up to 9% of new mothers. Intrusive thoughts about accidentally or intentionally harming your baby are more common than most people realize, and they don’t mean you’re a bad mother or actually dangerous.
Postpartum OCD often involves checking behaviors (constantly watching the baby breathe), avoidance (not being alone with your child), or intrusive images of harm. These thoughts are ego-dystonic—meaning they horrify you—which is very different from postpartum psychosis.
We provide specialized treatment that’s safe during breastfeeding, and we work with your OB-GYN or pediatrician when needed. Many East Texas mothers have found relief through our approach, learning to trust themselves as parents while managing these unwanted thoughts. Early treatment leads to better outcomes for both you and your family.
Yes, we provide secure telehealth services throughout Texas, including Tyler. Virtual OCD therapy is just as effective as in-person treatment for most people, and it offers advantages like no commute time and the comfort of your own space.
Our virtual sessions use HIPAA-compliant video platforms, and we can even do ERP exercises through telehealth. For example, if you have contamination OCD, we might have you touch something in your home while we guide you through the response prevention part via video.
This is particularly helpful for Tyler residents who might not have specialized OCD care nearby, have transportation challenges, or prefer the privacy of home-based treatment. We also offer in-person appointments when that’s a better fit for your specific needs or treatment goals.
The difference is specialization. While general therapists might see OCD occasionally, we treat it every single day. We understand the subtle differences between OCD subtypes, know which treatments work for specific symptoms, and can spot when something isn’t actually OCD but might be anxiety or depression.
Our team includes nationally recognized researchers who have written the books and guidelines that other therapists use. Some of our clinicians have lived experience with OCD, giving us insight that goes beyond training. We also stay current with the latest research and treatment innovations.
Most importantly, we don’t try to make your thoughts go away—we teach you to change your relationship with them. We know that “just don’t think about it” doesn’t work, and we won’t waste your time with approaches that aren’t proven effective for OCD specifically. This focused expertise typically leads to faster, more lasting results.
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