briss_alyss
- Date posted
- 6d ago
Better Help vs NOCD
Hello! I am trying out and looking to partake in therapy, but I literally don’t know what is good. So could use some personal perspectives. Thanks
djfloriodjflorio
- User type
- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 6d ago
I haven't personally tried Better Help, but if you're looking for OCD specific treatment I would recommend NOCD. All of the therapists specialize in OCD, and it's nice to have your therapy dashboard within this same site/app if you like the community feature.
briss_alyssbriss_alyss
- Date posted
- 6d ago
@djflorio I don’t know if I have OCD, I relate a lot to much of it but there are not many therapists available in CT on this app so the first appointment available after work was in April to find out.
OCD Helping HandOCD Helping ...
- User type
- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 6d ago
NOCD is very much OCD focused, so if you feel you have OCD (or think you have some of the hallmarks of it), I'd hold out to try a NOCD therapist. If you aren't sure, you can also do a free consult call with NOCD to see if they can help guide you. Though I'm pretty unfamiliar with Better Help, if you can find a good therapist (especially one who deals with OCD in case you want to explore that), my motto is a good therapist is a good therapist -- who cares where you find them.
littlemiss.sunshinelittlemiss.s...
- User type
- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 6d ago
Personally, I tried BetterHelp before I was diagnosed with OCD and I felt like I wasn't getting the help I needed. If you're unsure if your symptoms align with OCD, you can book a free, 15 minute call here (https://www.treatmyocd.com/about-us/contact-us). In my experience, NOCD and my therapist changed my life and helped me take control of my life and live the life I want instead of the life OCD wants me to live. I highly recommend NOCD, if you have any questions, please let me know!!
- User type
- Therapist
- Date posted
- 4d ago
Hi there briss_alyss. Sounds to me like you're already headed in a good direction as you consider your options for treatment. Next step would be to explore the options in front of you: Better Help, NOCD, etc. You can begin by calling/emailing the associated contact info and asking about their treatment options (what they treat and how), sharing a bit about your own experience, and any specific questions you might have. If you try one provider and it doesn't seem to be a good fit, then explore the next option on your list. Finding a therapist and connecting can be a journey. Sometimes it might take a few sessions to feel out the new relationship. It is a growth process for yourself as you learn about your treatment needs and goals. The good news here: help is available! If you'd like to book a free call with NOCD to explore treatment available to you, please see www.treatmyocd.com
mcadden88mcadden88
- Date posted
- 4d ago
So far I’ve had three sessions with my therapist and she’s been very supportive and helpful in understanding my symptoms to set up my plan to control my symptoms
dslitedslite
- User type
- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 4d ago
Therapy at NOCD saved my life. It was a no brainer
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Anonymous
- Date posted
- 21w ago
A question!
Hi everybody! I started with a therapist who’s super pricey outside of NOCD, when I had mentioned that I’m struggling with OCD she didn’t seem too well versed she said oh so you’re struggling with intrusive thoughts? Lady you don’t know the half of it!! But I’m afraid of continuing because I don’t want to waste $180 a week for what is sold as someone who can treat and help with OCD then turns out to just be talking about stuff I’ve already talked about with past therapists! Anyway onto the question at hand! If I join NOCD and they don’t cover my insurance but I pay out of pocket fora real OCD/ERP specialist because I really need the help! Is NOCD going to help me? Or am I going to waste my time and should I keep trying my hardest to find ERP specialists on Google. I’m exhausted I just want to know I’m going to get help and relief from this before I put more money into therapy Any advice or honesty would help greatly! ❤️👈🏼
TrustTheProcess
- Date posted
- 15w ago
Any alternatives to therapy?
I tried contacting NOCD, but they said that they didn't accept my insurance, and even if they did, I'd have to provide co-payment. I felt devastated because I'm afraid of going to a therapist who will misunderstand me. I can't afford therapy at the moment but I might be able to in a few months. Are there any alternatives for self therapy?
Jusne
- Date posted
- 10w ago
are the therapists here actually reliable???
I feel really scared and worried that the therapist I find on NOCD might not be effective, and instead of getting better, I might end up feeling worse. I’m afraid that if I don’t feel any progress, I’ll want to switch therapists, but my mom might get impatient with me. I worry that she’ll lose faith in therapy, stop paying for it, and think it’s a waste of time and money. I know therapy takes time and it’s not a quick fix, but I’m scared that things won’t go the way I hope. What if I don’t connect with the therapist? What if they don’t understand my OCD as well as I need them to? I’ve already been struggling so much, and the thought of going through another disappointment is exhausting. I’m only 14, and I feel stuck because I can’t manage this on my own. I need help, but I also need my mom to stay patient and supportive through this process. I’m scared that if things don’t improve fast enough, she’ll give up on paying for therapy. I don’t know what to do, and it’s making me feel really anxious. I just want to get better, but what if nothing works out?
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