You’re tired of OCD running your day. The checking, the rituals, the constant anxiety—it’s exhausting. You’ve probably tried therapy before, maybe with someone who treats “everything,” and you’re still stuck in the same patterns.
Here’s what changes when you work with OCD specialists who know exactly what you’re dealing with. You learn to face your fears without the compulsions. The intrusive thoughts lose their power over you. You stop avoiding the places and situations that trigger your anxiety.
Most importantly, you get your time back. Instead of spending hours on rituals, you’re living your life. The relief isn’t temporary—it’s the kind of lasting change that comes from understanding how OCD actually works and having the right tools to manage it.
The Anxiety and OCD Institute brings together nationally recognized researchers, published clinicians, and advocates—many with lived experience of OCD themselves. This isn’t your typical therapy practice that treats a little bit of everything.
We’ve been serving the Plano community and surrounding Dallas area for years, understanding the unique challenges local families face. From the high-achieving student at Plano Senior High struggling with perfectionism OCD to the working parent dealing with contamination fears, we’ve seen it all.
What sets us apart is our combination of clinical authority and genuine empathy. These are the clinicians who’ve shaped international OCD treatment guidelines, written the books other therapists read, and continue pushing the field forward through research and innovation.
First, you’ll have a comprehensive assessment where we learn exactly how OCD shows up in your life. No rushing, no assumptions—just a thorough understanding of your specific symptoms and triggers.
Next comes the treatment planning. We’ll explain ERP therapy in plain terms, walk you through what to expect, and create a customized approach that fits your life. Whether that’s weekly sessions, our innovative four-day intensive program, or a combination of virtual and in-person meetings.
The actual treatment involves gradually facing your fears in a controlled, supportive environment while learning to resist the compulsions. It sounds scary, but you’re never alone in the process. We start small and build up, always at a pace that challenges you without overwhelming you.
Throughout treatment, we also work with your family members, helping them understand how to support your recovery without accidentally reinforcing OCD behaviors. This comprehensive approach is why our success rates are so consistently high.
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We treat every type of OCD you can think of. Harm OCD, contamination fears, symmetry and ordering compulsions, postpartum OCD, sexual orientation OCD—no thought is too taboo, no ritual too unusual. We’ve literally seen it all.
In Plano’s high-achieving community, we frequently work with perfectionism OCD that’s sabotaging academic and career success. We understand the pressure local students face and how OCD can hijack that drive for excellence, turning it into something destructive.
Our treatment options are designed for real life. Busy professionals can access virtual sessions. Parents juggling work and family can bring their children for specialized pediatric OCD treatment. We even offer intensive programs for people who need faster results or who’ve traveled to Plano specifically for our expertise.
The transparency extends to everything—treatment methods, expected timelines, and fees. No surprises, no hidden costs, just clear information so you can make informed decisions about your care.
ERP therapy has a 65-80% success rate for children, adolescents, and adults with OCD. Research consistently shows that more than 6 out of 10 people who complete ERP therapy experience significant symptom reduction, with over 3 out of 10 becoming completely symptom-free.
The key is working with specialists who understand how to properly implement ERP. Many people in Plano have tried therapy before without success because they worked with generalists who treat many different conditions. ERP requires specific expertise and training to be effective.
Most people start seeing improvements within 8-16 weeks of consistent treatment. The changes aren’t just temporary relief—ERP teaches you skills that create lasting freedom from OCD’s control over your daily life.
We treat all subtypes of OCD, including harm OCD, contamination fears, symmetry and ordering compulsions, sexual orientation OCD, religious scrupulosity, postpartum OCD, and perfectionism-related obsessions. We also address related conditions like body dysmorphic disorder and trichotillomania.
In the Plano community, we frequently see perfectionism OCD affecting high-achieving students and professionals. We understand how academic and career pressures can fuel OCD symptoms and have specific approaches for these presentations.
No thought is considered too strange or taboo. Our clinicians have extensive experience with even the most distressing intrusive thoughts and create a completely judgment-free environment where you can discuss anything that’s troubling you.
Yes, we provide both secure virtual sessions and in-person appointments to meet your needs and preferences. Many clients in Plano find virtual sessions convenient for busy schedules, while others prefer face-to-face interaction for certain aspects of treatment.
Virtual ERP therapy has been proven just as effective as in-person treatment for most people. The technology allows for real-time exposure work and response prevention training, giving you the same quality care from the comfort of your home or office.
We also offer hybrid approaches where you might do some sessions virtually and others in-person, depending on what works best for your specific treatment goals and life circumstances.
Most people see significant improvement within 8-16 weeks of consistent ERP therapy, though the exact timeline depends on symptom severity and individual factors. We also offer an innovative four-day intensive program for people who need faster results or have traveled specifically for treatment.
Traditional weekly therapy typically involves 12-20 sessions, with many people continuing occasional maintenance sessions afterward. The intensive four-day program condenses this into a concentrated format that can jumpstart recovery more quickly.
Treatment length also depends on how long you’ve been dealing with OCD and whether family members need education about reducing accommodation behaviors. Our clinicians will give you realistic expectations during your initial assessment based on your specific situation.
Our team includes nationally recognized researchers and published clinicians who’ve shaped international OCD treatment guidelines. Many have lived experience with OCD themselves, providing a unique combination of clinical expertise and genuine understanding.
Unlike generalist therapists who treat many different conditions, every clinician here specializes specifically in OCD and anxiety disorders. We use evidence-based approaches like ERP, I-CBT (Inference-based CBT), and ACT, not generic talk therapy that can actually make OCD worse.
We also address the whole family system, teaching loved ones how to support recovery without accidentally reinforcing OCD behaviors. This comprehensive approach, combined with transparent fees and flexible treatment options, consistently produces better outcomes than traditional therapy approaches.
If you’re spending more than an hour daily on obsessions and compulsions, or if OCD is interfering with work, relationships, or daily activities, specialized treatment can help. Many people in Plano have tried general therapy without success because OCD requires specific expertise.
Common signs include avoiding certain places or situations due to intrusive thoughts, performing repetitive behaviors to reduce anxiety, constantly seeking reassurance from others, or feeling like your thoughts control your actions. Even if others don’t understand why these things bother you so much, they’re very real and treatable.
The average person waits 17.5 years between first experiencing OCD symptoms and finding effective treatment. You don’t have to wait that long. A comprehensive assessment can determine whether you have OCD and create a clear treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
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