almond5
- Date posted
- 29w
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!
nothanksnottodaynothanksnott...
- Date posted
- 29w
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! 😊
almond5almond5
- Date posted
- 29w
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!
Hopeful58Hopeful58
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- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 29w
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!!
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- Therapist
- Date posted
- 27w
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/
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