Anxious about looking for treatment

I'm anxious about looking for/starting therapy even though I know it'll be worth it. I'd love to hear any advice/experiences anyone is comfortable sharing!

nothanksnott...

Date posted: 18w

Hi! Congratulations on taking steps towards therapy! I was super anxious about starting therapy, too - you’re definitely not alone! For me, it was definitely, completely worth it. I’ve actually had 2 therapists through NOCD, and both have been amazing! My previous therapist switched jobs, but she was incredible, and my current therapist is wonderful, and she completely understands everything I tell her, no judgment at all. She really helped me get through a bad OCD episode over these last few months. And I was super worried about how anxiety-inducing ERP was going to be when I started, but you really don’t need to be - for me at least, you set the pace, and you start with easier exercises, and then gradually work your way up to the more difficult ones. And my therapist has been super helpful when it comes to tackling issues like depression and social anxiety, too! For advice, I would just say to make sure to be kind to yourself, because sitting with anxiety can kind of take it out of you, to make sure to take care of yourself, and to just remember that you have a say in your treatment. If I tried an exercise that was a little too difficult for me, or if I need help in another area, I talk about it with my therapist, and she has a ton of ideas to try. I hope this helps! Take care! 😊

almond5

Date posted: 18w

Im so glad your experiences with therapy were great! I'm glad you were able to work through an episode with your new therapist. I've never really heard someones experience from therapy especially not for ocd! I really was worried about how ERP was going to be like mentally/emotionally and I probably made it so much scarier in my head than it'll actually be. Thank you so much for this advice and kind words! This has really helped me get out of my head a little bit and think about the good in this and that improvement will take time and work. Have a great rest of your week!

Hopeful58

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 18w

Going to NOCD therapy will be one of the best decisions you have made! Hope, healing and help are in the way. Peace of mind= priceless!!

User type: Therapist

Date posted: 16w

It's very common to feel anxious about seeking treatment, even when you know it could help. Taking that step towards therapy requires strength, and acknowledging your anxiety is part of the process. Hearing from others can be reassuring as you navigate this. Help is here at NOCD and we can assist you in finding outside help if needed too. Also here are some helpful resources: https://www.treatmyocd.com/what-is-ocd/common-fears/clinical-im-afraid-im-attracted-to-a-family-member-what-can-i-do https://www.treatmyocd.com/blog/the-things-we-tried-before-we-saw-an-ocd-specialist/ https://www.treatmyocd.com/blog/i-got-my-life-back-when-i-received-the-right-treatment-for-ocd/

Jennifer Dal...

User type: Therapist

Date posted: 23w

Let’s talk about Therapy

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?

bee.buzz

Date posted: 23w

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.

AbbeyRoad.01

Date posted: 21w

Anxious about starting Therapy

My name is Abbey and I’m a 14 year old girl struggling with OCD, I don’t like to say my OCD is severe but it’s the truth. I haven’t been officially diagnosed but I’m still being treated for it kinda via medication by my doctor. The reason I’m nervous about starting my therapy journey is I’m worried the therapist won’t understand what im saying or take it the wrong way and think I’m a bad person even though I know I’m a good hearted person. If you have any tips to overcome my fear of therapy please share! ✌️🧡

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