OCD Therapy in Goodyear, AZ

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OCD Therapy in Goodyear, AZ and virtually throughout AZ, CO, and OH

You may have arrived here because:

  • You spend hours checking, researching, or seeking reassurance—even though you know it’s not helping

  • You’re stuck in exhausting mental loops and just can’t let certain thoughts go

  • YYou avoid certain situations, people, or places because of fear, discomfort, or guilt

However you arrived, I am glad you are here. Continue reading to see how therapy can help.

Living with OCD can feel exhausting and discouraging. You may notice that no matter how much you check, analyze, or try to “figure it out,” relief never lasts very long. Sometimes it feels like your brain is constantly on overdrive, making it hard to be present, enjoy time with loved ones, or feel calm in your own skin. You might even feel frustrated with yourself for not being able to “just stop,” even though deep down you know it’s not that simple.

The truth is—you are not alone, and this is not your fault. OCD is something many people struggle with, and the good news is that it’s also very treatable. Therapy can give you tools to step out of the cycle, quiet the constant noise, and start living in a way that feels more free and fulfilling.

In our work together, you’ll learn strategies to manage intrusive thoughts, reduce compulsions, and build confidence in your ability to handle uncertainty. We’ll go at a pace that feels safe and supportive, with room to celebrate progress (big and small) along the way.

Treatments for OCD

In therapy, we’ll take a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help you understand what’s happening in your mind and body and build tools to change it. We may use approaches like:

  • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) — is a proven therapy for OCD that helps you gradually face your fears without relying on compulsions

  • Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) — to challenge unhelpful thought patterns and reduce anxiety

  • EMDR — especially helpful when OCD is rooted in past experiences

You’ll learn how to respond differently to OCD intrusive thoughts and reconnect with your values—not your fears. Therapy is a space where you don’t have to manage it all alone.

Training showing what it feels like to have OCD

You may find OCD is affecting your personal life and relationships

You may be experiencing difficulty fulfilling your roles and duties as a student, wife, or co-worker due to the constant worry and physical symptoms. 

I have heard people describe their experience as debilitating, time-consuming, and isolating. 

You may feel hopeless and struggle to envision a life without constant worry. This can lead to feelings of depression and isolating from the people you care most about.

If this sounds like you: having a space to openly express these feelings and worries can help!

I can help get to the root of the issue 

Together, we’ll uncover what’s really going on, whether it’s anxiety or OCD. If it’s OCD, I’ll help you understand where those thoughts are coming from and how we can manage the distress they cause. If it’s anxiety, we’ll focus on calming your body so we can tackle those anxious thoughts. I have experience with my own OCD and anxiety and experience doing ERP myself. I’m here to offer solutions that work for you, and we’ll keep exploring options throughout the process to find the best fit.

Note on OCD therapy in Goodyear, AZ

I love using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for anxiety because it helps get to the root of those anxious thoughts and heal from past experiences that may have triggered them. For OCD, I usually combine ERP (Exposure & Response Prevention) with I-CBT (Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). We can explore all of these options together and find what works best for you!

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FAQs

  • That’s okay! Most people don’t recognize their thoughts or behaviors as OCD, especially when it’s more internal (like mental checking or reassurance-seeking). If something feels off or exhausting, it’s worth exploring—and I can help you make sense of what you’re experiencing.

  • OCD often requires a very specific approach—especially ERP. If past therapy focused more on talking or general coping tools, it may not have targeted the patterns that keep OCD going. With the right support, things can change!

  • The goal of OCD treatment isn’t to erase intrusive thoughts (which everyone has!) but to change how you respond to them. Over time, they’ll feel less intense, less important, and much easier to live with.

  • There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Some people start to feel relief in a few sessions, while for others, it takes more time. I’ll work with you to set goals and check in regularly so you know you’re moving in the direction that feels right for you.