You’ll finally have the tools to respond differently to intrusive thoughts. Instead of being trapped in endless cycles of obsessions and compulsions, you’ll learn to sit with uncertainty and move toward what matters to you.
Most of our clients see significant improvement in their daily functioning. You’ll be able to work, study, and maintain relationships without OCD controlling every decision. The constant mental exhaustion lifts, and you reclaim time that was once consumed by rituals.
Recovery means different things to different people, but it always includes getting your life back. You’ll develop confidence in your ability to handle difficult thoughts and feelings without resorting to compulsions.
The Anxiety and OCD Institute brings together nationally recognized researchers, published clinicians, and advocates—many with lived experience of the conditions we treat. This unique combination gives us insight that goes beyond textbook knowledge.
Our team has shaped international OCD treatment guidelines and contributed to foundational research in the field. We’ve been serving the McKinney community and surrounding North Texas areas through both virtual and in-person care, understanding the specific needs of families in this growing, diverse community.
McKinney residents appreciate our transparent approach to treatment and fees. We know you’re dealing with enough uncertainty—our process shouldn’t add to it.
We start with a comprehensive assessment to understand your specific OCD presentation. Every person’s experience is different, and your treatment plan reflects that reality.
Your treatment will center on Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold standard for OCD treatment. We’ll also incorporate Inference-based CBT (I-CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as appropriate. These aren’t just techniques—they’re tools that help you build a different relationship with your thoughts.
Sessions happen either in our office or through secure virtual appointments. We’ll work together to create exposures that challenge your OCD while respecting your pace. Family members learn how to support your recovery without enabling compulsions. Throughout treatment, we track your progress and adjust our approach based on what’s working.
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Our McKinney OCD treatment includes individual therapy sessions using ERP, I-CBT, and ACT approaches. You’ll receive specialized care for specific OCD subtypes including harm OCD, symmetry and orderliness concerns, and postpartum OCD.
For those needing more intensive support, we offer our innovative four-day intensive treatment option. This accelerated approach can provide breakthrough progress when weekly sessions aren’t enough. Virtual care ensures McKinney residents can access our expertise regardless of schedule or transportation concerns.
Family support is integral to lasting recovery. We provide education and coaching to help your loved ones understand OCD and learn how to respond helpfully. Many McKinney families find this support crucial, especially given the community’s focus on achievement and success—areas where OCD often interferes most significantly.
Most people see significant improvement within 12-20 sessions of ERP therapy, though this varies based on OCD severity and individual factors. Some McKinney clients benefit from our intensive four-day program for faster progress.
The key isn’t rushing through treatment but building solid skills that last. We track your progress throughout and adjust the pace based on how you’re responding. Many clients notice changes in their daily functioning within the first few weeks, even as we continue working on more challenging exposures.
Remember, you’ve likely been dealing with OCD for years. Effective treatment takes time, but it’s time invested in getting your life back.
Regular talk therapy often focuses on understanding why you have certain thoughts or trying to challenge them logically. With OCD, this approach can actually make symptoms worse by giving more attention to obsessive thoughts.
ERP works differently. Instead of fighting your thoughts, you learn to experience them without doing compulsions. We create controlled exposures to situations that trigger your OCD, then help you resist the urge to perform rituals. This teaches your brain that the feared consequences don’t actually happen.
It’s the difference between trying to convince yourself the stove is off versus learning to walk away without checking. ERP has decades of research showing it’s the most effective approach for OCD.
Yes, we specialize in all OCD subtypes including harm OCD, symmetry and orderliness compulsions, postpartum OCD, and many others. Each subtype requires specific understanding and tailored treatment approaches.
Harm OCD, for example, involves intrusive thoughts about potentially hurting others, which can be especially distressing. We use specialized ERP techniques that help you learn these thoughts don’t reflect your true intentions or increase actual risk. For postpartum OCD, we understand the unique challenges new mothers face and work within the context of your family situation.
Our team’s experience with diverse OCD presentations means you’ll work with someone who truly understands your specific struggles, not someone trying to apply generic anxiety treatment to OCD.
Research shows virtual ERP can be just as effective as in-person treatment for many people with OCD. The key elements—learning to experience anxiety without doing compulsions—translate well to virtual sessions.
Virtual treatment offers advantages for McKinney residents, including easier scheduling and no commute time. We can also do exposures in your actual environment, which can be more relevant than office-based practice. Many clients find it easier to be honest about embarrassing symptoms when they’re in their own space.
That said, some people benefit from in-person connection, especially initially. We offer both options and can switch between them based on what works best for your recovery.
Family involvement is crucial for OCD recovery. We provide education about how OCD works and why accommodation—doing things to help someone avoid their triggers—actually maintains the disorder.
We teach family members specific ways to support exposures and resist providing reassurance. This isn’t about being harsh; it’s about creating an environment where recovery can happen. Many McKinney families initially worry they’re being unsupportive, but they quickly see how these changes help their loved one progress.
We also address the impact OCD has on family relationships and daily routines. Recovery affects everyone in the household, and we help families navigate these changes together while maintaining their supportive bonds.
Your first session focuses on understanding your specific OCD presentation and how it affects your life. We’ll discuss your obsessions, compulsions, and avoidance behaviors without judgment. Many people feel relief just talking openly about symptoms they’ve kept secret.
We’ll explain how OCD works in your brain and why compulsions maintain the cycle even though they provide temporary relief. You’ll learn about ERP and what treatment will involve, including what to expect from exposures.
We’ll also discuss your goals for treatment and address any concerns about the process. By the end of the first session, you’ll have a clear understanding of your treatment plan and feel confident about the next steps in your recovery journey.
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