Types of Therapy

The three main interventions (depending on the diagnosis) I use are ERP, ACT, and CBT.  Read below for more information on each of them!

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Exposure and Response Prevention

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the gold-standard for OCD treatment. So what is it?

• It helps people face their fears (gradually) without engaging in compulsions or rituals.

• Over time, the brain learns that the fear isn't as threatening as it feels and you get desensitized.

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a third-wave form of CBT therapy. So what is it? 

• Helps people change the relationship with their thoughts, not necessarily the content of the thought. 

• Helps promote psychological flexibility, by helping people to notice, accept emotions and thoughts without being caught up in them.

• Helps people live more in line with their values, even if they have difficult thoughts or feelings that come up. 

 

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a popular type of therapy. So what is it? 

• It helps people see the link between thoughts-emotions-behaviors

• Helps people evaluate their thoughts and unhelpful thinking patterns

• Helps people become aware of and change previously learned unhelpful behavior patterns

• Provides practical strategies to help with coping and behavior change

• ERP is under the CBT umbrella

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