Evidence-Based Help for OCD
You don’t have to face obsessive thoughts or exhausting rituals alone. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a highly treatable condition, and with the right support, recovery is absolutely possible.
OCD is more than a preference for neatness or a fear of germs — it’s a mental health condition that can affect anyone, regardless of background or personality.
It involves two parts:
● Obsessions – unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images, or urges that cause distress.
● Compulsions – repetitive behaviors or mental rituals performed to try to neutralize that distress or prevent something bad from happening.
Over time, these patterns can take up hours of your day, impact relationships, and create deep emotional exhaustion. But with the right treatment, you can learn to live a meaningful, peaceful life again — even with uncertainty present.
OCD shows up in many different forms, and all deserve understanding and care.
Common themes include:
● Contamination fears and excessive cleaning
● Checking (doors, appliances, safety)
● Intrusive harm or aggression thoughts
● Religious or moral scrupulosity
● Sexual or relationship-based obsessions, including romantic relationship obsessions and reassurance seeking
● “Just-right” feelings, symmetry, or ordering rituals
● Health-related obsessions and reassurance seeking
Whether your symptoms are visible or mostly happen in your mind, we can help you navigate them with compassion and effective strategies.
Our Approach to OCD Treatment
At New Hope Counseling, our therapists are specially trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — the gold-standard evidence-based treatment for OCD — to help you break free from the cycle of anxiety and compulsion.
In ERP, you’ll gradually face your fears in a supportive environment while resisting the urge to engage in compulsions. Over time, your brain learns that anxiety naturally decreases on its own — without needing to perform rituals.
We also integrate complementary approaches such as:
● Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): helping you act on your values, not your fears.
● Mindfulness and self-compassion practices: learning to observe thoughts without judgment.
Every treatment plan is personalized. We’ll go at a pace that feels manageable and empowering for you.
Our OCD Specialists
Xinyu Long
LCPC
Xinyu is a licensed therapist specializing in OCD, anxiety, and related conditions. She is trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and has presented OCD workshops to clinicians in the community. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in helping clients build self-trust and flexibility.
Grace Garron
LGPC
Grace is a licensed therapist with experience treating individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, personality disorders and OCD. She is trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and specializes in Relationship OCD (R-OCD), including through research and presentations to clinicians in the community. She prioritizes building trust and rapport with her clients, understanding that a safe, collaborative relationship is essential for meaningful change.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I expect in therapy?
In the first few sessions, your therapist will help you map out your OCD patterns and triggers, and together you’ll build a step-by-step plan for treatment. You’ll learn tools not only to manage OCD, but also to live more freely and fully outside of it.
Will therapy make me do things I’m not ready for?
No. ERP sessions are collaborative — we’ll never push you into something you’re not ready for. Instead, we work gradually, building confidence, trust and resilience along the way. We’ll move at a pace that is right for you and you’ll always have input into your exposure plan.
How long does OCD treatment take?
Most clients begin to notice meaningful improvements within a few months (about 17–25 sessions) of consistent work. The duration depends on symptom severity, consistency of practice, and personal goals.
Can you treat OCD through telehealth?
Yes. ERP is very effective online. You can work on exposures from your natural environment, and we’ll guide you every step of the way.
What if I'm not sure it's OCD?
That’s okay. We’ll start with an assessment (Y-BOCS) to clarify what’s going on. Even if it’s anxiety or perfectionism instead of OCD, we’ll develop an evidence-based plan that fits your needs.
Interested in ERP?
Fill out our contact form or contact our office. Our administrative staff will provide a free consultation to assess your needs.