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I would try my best to look for an ocd specialist if possible. Seen many professionals and none have ever heard of certain ocd themes. It’s difficult because they may try to treat it in a way that won’t work. Of course I’m not a professional so take my advice like I’m not and try and do what you believe is best for you. Also don’t give up the first help may not be the best but there is good help.
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Also the only reason I haven’t seen an ocd spew Islam is because it is too expensive. But there are options if you research.
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Hello Ricky Marsh! I recommend an ocd specialists. My therapist didn't understand. You'll recover quicker with an OCD therapist. Many do Skype. No it's not cheap however your recovery is important don't give up. Good luck
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Definitely make sure your therapist is an OCD specialist. I sought help from a local psychologist who diagnosed me with OCD. However, it became apparent the longer I seen her that her expertise in treating OCD was lacking greatly. I got virtually no benefit from seeing her. I think most of her cases were more based on helping alcoholism, general depression and maybe general anxiety disorders. She wasn’t the right doctor for me. So yes for your own benefit make sure you’re aware of the credentials of the therapist you plan on seeing before you decide to actually go see them. For example, after she diagnosed me with OCD her best piece of advice was for me to keep a positive picture in my wallet and look at it every time I had a spike. It seemed to me that she was totally clueless on how to properly treat OCD patients.
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Dang.. seems like she was actually trying to make you perform a new compulsion instead
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Exactly RickyMarsh. It was such a horrible experience.
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Where do you live in the Philippines?? i found some ocd specialists here in Ermita although i havent booked an appointment, im 17 and ive been suffering OCD since im 12. I can tell you that since they are not insurance-covered,the fee is quite expensive the range is from 500-2k. I searched them on Practo..
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I'm from Cavite
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