manipedi
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- 4y
pureolifepureolife
- Date posted
- 4y
The diagnosis appointment is usually longer than other appointments (about 1.5 hours). The first bit is paperwork and logistical things. The next is you telling them why you’re there and what your goals for therapy are. They’ll likely ask you to explain what prompted you to seek out therapy and what your mental health journey has been like so far. They may ask about family history too. Then they hand you a worksheet to go through and check off symptoms that apply and answer any questions. They tally it up and read your answers and then give you their professional assessment based off of everything of whether or not you have ocd and how severe it is. They’ll likely talk you through what therapy looks like and how sessions are structured. And then answer any questions you have. They set you up for your next appointment and may send you home with an introductory packet to read through of information about ocd, CBT, and erp. There may be info on your particular theme too if they have it.
manipedimanipedi
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- 4y
Thank you so much😭
Hopefloats227Hopefloats227
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- 4y
They run through some “tests” and ask questions. It gives them an idea of where you fall on a “spectrum” so to speak, and also if you have any other conditions going on. And then you have a chance to share what you are going through. My recommendation is to be completely honest with your self and your therapist. Don’t be afraid to share 100%, so that you can ensure you receive the treatment you need! Good luck and so proud of you both.
manipedimanipedi
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- 4y
Omg thank you😭
AnxiousaddieAnxiousaddie
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- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 4y
Following :) have my first appointment tues
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