ocd2503
- Date posted
- 3y
justtryingtobemejusttryingto...
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- 3y
hi! i have never done erp and have no idea what you’re going through but i struggled with arousal and groinal response until i read something that said that we physically react to what is sexually relevant not what we want or value. i hope that you are okay :)
Nicolas:)Nicolas:)
- Date posted
- 3y
I read that too, help for a couple of minutes, then you doubt everything again :c
justtryingtobemejusttryingto...
- Date posted
- 3y
@Perzibal i’m sorry to hear that :’)
Say101Say101
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- 3y
It happens.......but stop doing compulsions mental or physical,stop reassurance & most importantly stop ruminating especially after erp about hw real it is
elevenofferingselevenofferings
- Date posted
- 3y
Hi :) Congratulations on completing your first ERP session, that's a huge step! The groinal response can be a really common experience in many sexually related OCD and intrusive thoughts, you can read up about it here: https://impulsetherapy.com/groinal-responses-in-ocd-what-they-are-and-why-they-happen/ I definitely noticed my first few sessions to be some of the hardest ones, but as I gradually climbed my hierarchy my brain adjusted to the experiences. Make sure you inform your therapist of these experiences coming up for you, despite how scary that may be, it's what they are there for and trained to do. Your therapist will be there for support and to encourage your progress and there are some sexually themed NOCD support groups which can be a great place to share with others who experience similar feelings. Community support does wonders when you feel alone and can help give you tips on how to manage intrusive thoughts and compulsions. Remember, OCD is ego-dystonic, meaning it goes drastically against things we personally care about and is not aligned with our core beliefs. I'm excited for your journey to begin, stay dedicated to the process and you will be amazed how far you will come. Cheers!
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- Date posted
- 25w
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So you got to ask me anything… Now I’d like to ask you something! I’ve heard from Members that they were so scared coming to their first ERP session. They were terrified that I would think they were crazy, that I would tell them their worst fears were true. That I would confirm they are some form of a terrible person or have them hauled off to prison for their thoughts. I’ve also had Members share how they’re very scared to begin ERP treatment because they’ve researched enough to know it means facing the fear, without the compulsions that have kept them feeling safe (but not really safe) this entire time. They struggled to see how they could be capable of doing this, while simultaneously acknowledging that they did not want to live like this anymore. If you have had your first session, what were your thoughts before? Did you have any hesitations or fears going into it? How did it turn out? If you haven’t yet begun to work with an ERP specialist, what is holding you back?
Anonymous1990
- Date posted
- 25w
ERP
I’m starting NOCD. I had several years of cbt as a child (well over 20 years ago) and I see a trauma therapist. But now I’ll be seeking further help for OCD and just really scared. CBT wasn’t helpful for me. How has ERP been helpful for you? Do you feel like you’ll finally get your life back? I’m consumed by my obsessions 😢 Would love others feedback if ERP helped you ❤️
hbocd
- Date posted
- 11w
ERP Therapy
I read about ERP and have seen information about it on here. One of the goals is to say, "maybe I am this or that...ect." That terrified me. The thoughts and images that go in my head are disturbing and upsetting. I don't want to even think about saying, "maybe this or that." It's devasting to have these thoughts and question why you're having these thoughts. Doesn't the "maybe" make it worse? The one thing that helps me is that is to remind myself that these are just thoughts and I know I'm not a monster, even if I feel like one. Is ERP not for everyone? Has anyone else had a problem with the techniques used in this kind of therapy? I had cognitive therapy for years with an OCD specialist and that seemed to help a lot. Writing out the worst case scenarios would make me suicidal. Im having a difficult time not obsessing over the "maybe" after intrusive thoughts now. It doesn't make it better.
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