Therapy for OCD
In Orem, Utah
Therapy for OCD is for You if You’re…
Feel trapped in a cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors
Spend hours performing rituals or routines to ease anxiety, only to feel temporary relief
Struggle with overwhelming worry and fear that interferes with daily life and relationships
Feel exhausted from trying to resist compulsions but unable to stop
Experience persistent doubts that lead to repetitive checking, counting, or cleaning
Want to regain control over your thoughts and behaviors
Struggling with intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that feel impossible to control? OCD can be overwhelming and exhausting, consuming your time and energy with rituals, checking, or repetitive routines that only bring temporary relief. It can interfere with daily life, relationships, and emotional well-being, leaving you stuck in a cycle of fear and anxiety. At Cascade Counseling, we offer compassionate, evidence-based treatment to help you manage OCD symptoms, regain control, and break free from obsessive patterns, so you can live a more balanced, fulfilling life.
What OCD is…and what it isn’t…
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OCD is a clinically diagnosed mental health disorder that involves a cycle of obsessions (unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images, or urges that cause distress) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors or mental actions performed to reduce the distress or prevent something bad from happening).
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There’s no single cause of OCD, but research shows it’s influenced by a combination of factors, including genetics, brain chemistry, and life experiences. OCD is not caused by personal weakness or lack of willpower.
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Yes! Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), especially Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), is one of the most effective treatments for OCD. In some cases, medication may also help. With the right support, many individuals with OCD see significant improvement.
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No, OCD is not just about cleanliness or liking things "just so." OCD can involve fears about harm, relationships, morality, health, or even existential questions. The compulsions people develop to manage those fears may have nothing to do with cleanliness or order.
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No, perfectionism and OCD are not the same. While some people with OCD may struggle with perfectionism, OCD is a clinical disorder driven by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and compulsive behaviors that significantly interfere with life. Perfectionism on its own doesn’t always rise to that level.
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No, OCD is not something someone can "just stop." Even though people with OCD often know their fears are irrational, the disorder drives them to seek relief or certainty through compulsions. Effective treatment helps individuals learn to tolerate uncertainty rather than eliminate it.
A safe and inviting space to explore your challenges.
What You Can Expect
Personalized treatment based on your needs and what works best for you.
A clinician that walks alongside you, not ahead of you.
A stronger relationship with yourself, your emotions, and your values.
Learn skills to better connect with your emotions.
New insights and tools to help you navigate the challenges of life.