Hi I can’t afford therapy but feel I have ocd but don’t have a diagnosis I’m constantly changing my mind about whether I’ve got ocd or not so I’m stop stating erp therapy that I do alone. What can I do?
Stay strong what ever is going on OCD or not don't let it win
@44years How do I stay strong do I just carry on with erp even tho I haven’t been diagnosed with ocd?
Have to go back to work break over stay strong
Carry on with erp that's up to you how to stay strong my OCD effects me from the moment I get up till I go to bed my OCD is so severe it's amazing I'm not locking myself in the house and jobless but I get up everyday and go to work my days off aren't sunshine and rainbows but I get it done stay strong
OCD wants to control you and keep you depressed so you loose everything don't let it
OCD took my child hood took my relationship s never had kids never got married OCD took so much from me but I'll be damned if it's going to keep me locked up in the house
I apologize if that was to much just venting
hey there, it sounds like you're in a really tough spot right now. having those constant doubts about whether you have ocd or not must be super exhausting. fwiw, i'm here to chat if you need someone to listen. 🤗 by the way, have you heard about this new AI-powered OCD therapy tool called 'unstuck?' when i was in a similar situation, what really helped me was this free AI OCD therapy tool, unstuck (unstuckmyocd.com/try) that my NOCD therapist recommended. i think it’ll be especially helpful for you because it offers personalized support just like an OCD therapist, providing step-by-step guidance which can complement your solo erp efforts. i hate when people promote stuff, but i really think it can help you because it's changed my life. lmk if you have Qs or just want to talk more! <3
Hi, I'm sorry you're struggling. I'm sorry about therapy being difficult to access. Have you tried Nathan Peterson's online courses? Here is the link https://www.ocdandanxietycounseling.com. There are some great books out there that offer plans/practice for handling OCD on your own. "Needing to Know for Sure" by Winston and Self, also Stopping the Noise in your Head by Reid Wilson and Freedom from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (updated Edition) by Jonathan Grayson. Don't give up, keep trying. Know that it is very common for those of us with OCD, including those who have a diagnosis, to doubt if we have OCD. The IOCDF.org also has some great resources and support groups. Hope this helps, reach out anytime. You can also find me on the Discord server Ascend as GH here is the link https://discord.gg/nHVsshaUq9 once there you can direct message me (GH). I'd be happy to offer support. Take care.
So I need help. Plain and simple. I’ve never had ERP but my contamination OCD is getting worse. I’ve tried many meds. But I’ve been off my latest meds (citalopram 20mg) since December 2. But I can’t seem to beat this. I thought after cancer I could beat this no problem. But I feel utterly defeated. I haven’t. I feel like a nut job. Anyway. My insurance doesn’t cover therapy session. So does anyone know where I can get ERP online for free? I MUST SUCCEED! Any help appreciated
Hi, I’m a broke college student. I’m in a relationship with someone I care so deeply about but my OCD has latched onto it and distorted my thoughts and feelings about him. More over, my thoughts about feeling like I actually exist. I want to feel alive, I want to love myself and my lover, I want to be okay. But I can’t afford therapy. I want to try ERP but I am not sure where to begin. I’m an artist too and drawing has been so much harder because of it. Music makes me feel the worst. Help?
Hi, so I’ve been dealing with OCD for the past four years intrusive thoughts and all. At first it started with being scared of panic attacks then the thoughts went to being scared I’d harm myself and now they’re associated around harming other people especially my family which is very very scary. It feels like I’m deeply rooted a bad person. I can’t even tell anyone my thoughts. It also makes me confused on if I want these thoughts. I’m not even sure if I have any compulsions bc I try to just ignore the thoughts and distract myself. Lately I’ve noticed my anxiety getting a lot worse Notjhing seems to calm it down anymore and I just want to stay alone in my bed and make it all go away. I’m scared I’m scared of myself and I’m scared these thoughts could happen one day and I’m scared I want them. Sometimes my thoughts can make me feel like that… does anyone have any good resources im doing ERP but it’s so expensive. I haven’t tried medication but I want to I’m just scared it will make me worse or make me gain weight. But I’m at the point where I’m desperate and something needs to change bc I can’t live like this. I feel like I’m fighting my thoughts all day. And one second I feel confident I’m ok and the next my whole body gets hot and I feel like it’s all possible and I want these thoughts. Someone please give me advice?
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