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

Young adults with OCD

djflorio

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 7w 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_alyss

Date posted: 7w 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.

djflorio

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 7w ago

@briss_alyss - Have you tried searching on Psychology Today? I'm actually originally from CT :) The first specialist I saw was Denese Marshall, who you can find on Psychology Today and is based in CT. I enjoyed working with her.

OCD Helping ...

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 7w 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.s...

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 7w 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: 6w 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

mcadden88

Date posted: 6w 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

dslite

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 6w ago

Therapy at NOCD saved my life. It was a no brainer

TrustTheProcess

Date posted: 22w 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: 16w 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?

bee.buzz

Date posted: 11w ago

curious!!

i am starting NOCD therapy on monday and was just curious on others’ experiences! what happens in your sessions, generally speaking? how do you feel during and after? i’m excited but also nervous to start. i’ve been in talk therapy for years with minimal improvement with my ocd, so im hopeful to start feeling better.

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