Obsessive Compulsive Concerns (OCD)

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves unwanted thoughts, images, or urges, and repetitive actions done to reduce anxiety or prevent something bad.

Many people have intrusive thoughts or habits at times. In OCD, these become persistent, distressing, and can interfere with daily life.

Support can help manage symptoms and improve wellbeing.

Signs & Symptoms of OCD

OCD affects everyone differently, but common experiences include:

Obsessions may involve:

Fears of harming others or making mistakes
Worries about contamination or germs
Needing things to feel “just right”
Unwanted taboo or violent thoughts
Doubts about safety or responsibility

Compulsions may involve:

Checking things repeatedly
Excessive cleaning or washing
Counting, repeating words or prayers
Seeking reassurance from others
Mental reviewing or neutralising thoughts

These rituals or behaviours may provide temporary relief but tend to strengthen the cycle of distress over time.

When To Get Help & What Can We Do?

It may be time to reach out if you’re noticing:

Exhaustion from taking on too much responsibility
Constant worry or overestimating threats
Struggles with perfectionism or uncertainty
Feeling you must control or believe every thought
Difficulty leaving the house or completing tasks
Tension in relationships
Feeling low, hopeless, or having thoughts of self-harm

We help you understand your unique patterns of thoughts and compulsions, offering strategies for relief and addressing underlying factors.

Our approach includes evidence-based methods like exposure and response prevention, reducing compulsions, building tolerance for uncertainty, and strengthening self-compassion.