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You are strong and you can beat that little monster!!! I would suggest trying to catch ocd “hooks” (when you start doubting) . Just be mindful of your thoughts and instead of reacting and analyzing, just try and say to yourself, ok, I’m having this thought right now. Also, I reccomned Chrissie Hodges’s YouTube channel. There are so many good videos on there!! Good luck !!!!!
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Wow, I am so happy. I didn't expect someone to care to reply on my post. I'll check his channel! Thank you so much, you don't know how you made my day :(
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@Metawin Of course!! Feel free to message me anytime you need me♥️
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I am so sorry you are so young to have to deal with this. You are not alone. I would totally recommend seeking an ocd therapist if you can afford it. Have you told your parents about your ocd? I recommend "Freedom from ocd " by Jonathan Grayson, "the mindfulness workbook" by Jon Hershfield, " the ocd workbook" they provide guidance to treat your ocd. Look up mark Freeman on youtube too.
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Thank you so much, I would definetly check on your recommendations. Yes, I did tell my parents weeks ago but we haven't planned a consultation yet. We don't know where and who to consult, and how much it will cost, so I'm trying to fix my stuffs with myself. I am very happy to receive your reply, you made my day 🥺
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@Metawin Nocd offers great therapy. It is $123/ session so a lot of money. Hang in there. You can get better.
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@Sunflower 1234 Pretty costly. Can OCD be treated alone?
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@Metawin The most effective treatment for OCD is erp. I have been doing erp on my own for 6 weeks and have made progress. I use guidance from the books I mentioned above. It is extremely hard. I think it would be easier and more effective if you work with a therapist. I couldnt find a good therapist that I can afford that is why I am doing it alone.
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@Metawin I am 34 and have had OCD for 12 years on and off so I have a good understanding of how my ocd works which enabled me to do erp on my own.
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Hey! I know how it feels, especially to have these thoughts at so young. I’m 17 now, but first had OCD symptoms around 10. Just like you I had times where it was fine and it died down, and other years where it came back full force. I only told my parents and sought therapy about two months ago. Never feel like you’re alone! I thought I coud treat my OCD alone, but realized I really did need a therapist. I sought therapy through NOCD, but I understand that it can be costly. Maybe try going through your insurance provider?
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