Treatment

Modern treatments for OCD have radically changed how the disorder is perceived. While in the past OCD was deemed as chronic and untreatable, a diagnosis of OCD is now regarded with hope.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and antidepressant medications are considered the current treatments of choice.

Treatment for OCD in most cases involves a combination of CBT and drug therapy and should be sought from a qualified therapist. Most forms of traditional psychotherapy are not effective at relieving symptoms of OCD, however many people benefit from the addition of supportive counseling (individual, group, spousal or family) which helps to fortify their coping abilities when dealing with day to day life stressors.

 

Are you looking for group treatment with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?

If you are:

  • Between the ages of 18 and 65
  • Have a current diagnosis of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Are willing to undergo a non-invasive brain scan that records brain activity

You may be eligible to participate in a research study on brain activity before and after group talk therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder within the Mood and Anxiety Program at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

For more information, please call 416-260-4209
to leave a confidential voice message.

For more information on programs and services at CAMH
please visit www.camh.net or call 416-535-8501 (1-800-463-6273).