uncertain_Aly
- Date posted
- 17w
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
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- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 17w
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.
uncertain_Alyuncertain_Aly
- Date posted
- 17w
@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.
djfloriodjflorio
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- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 17w
@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 HandOCD Helping ...
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- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 16w
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...
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- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 16w
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!!
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- Therapist
- Date posted
- 16w
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
- 16w
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
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- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 16w
Therapy at NOCD saved my life. It was a no brainer
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- 9w
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