ERP Therapy for Managing OCD and Anxiety Disorders
ERP therapy helps overcome intrusive thoughts and compulsions with evidence-based treatment in California. It's the gold standard for treating OCD and related disorders.
What is ERP Therapy and How Does It Treat OCD?
Understand how ERP therapy uses gradual exposure and response prevention to effectively treat OCD and related anxiety disorders.
Key Benefits
Stops Obsessive Compulsions
Break free from repetitive thoughts and behaviors that control your life
Decreases Anxiety Levels
Feel calmer and more in control throughout your daily activities
Improves Quality of Life
Experience greater freedom and enjoyment in your daily life
Restores Personal Control
Regain command over your thoughts and actions instead of feeling powerless
Treatment Goals
Compulsion Reduction
Significantly reduce or eliminate obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors
Exposure Desensitization
Gradually reduce your sensitivity to feared situations through controlled exposure
Response Prevention
Break the cycle of performing compulsive behaviors in response to obsessive thoughts
Uncertainty Tolerance
Learn to feel comfortable with ambiguity and unknown outcomes without becoming anxious
What is ERP Therapy and Its Evidence-Based OCD Treatment?
Understand how exposure and response prevention therapy effectively treats OCD by breaking the cycle of obsessions and compulsions
The Process
The Process
The Process
1
1
OCD Symptom Assessment and Compulsion Mapping
Map out your specific OCD symptoms and understand the cycle of obsessions and compulsions
2
2
Psychoeducation and Cognitive Restructuring
Learn about OCD and begin changing the thoughts that fuel compulsive behaviors
3
3
Exposure Exercises and Response Prevention
Practice exposure exercises while preventing compulsive responses to break the OCD cycle
4
4
Relapse Prevention and Maintenance Strategies
Develop strategies to prevent OCD relapse and maintain your freedom from obsessions and compulsions
5
5
Freedom Maintenance and Life Expansion
Maintain your freedom from OCD while expanding into new life experiences and personal growth opportunities
Techniques Used
Scientific Background
Historical Development
Techniques Used
Exposure and Response Prevention
Face OCD triggers while preventing yourself from performing compulsive behaviors
Imaginal Exposure Exercises
Practice facing OCD fears in your imagination while resisting the urge to perform compulsions
Loop Tape Exposure
Listen to recordings of your OCD fears repeatedly without performing compulsions to reduce anxiety over time
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Learn to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with your values
Techniques Used
Scientific Background
Historical Development
Techniques Used
Exposure and Response Prevention
Face OCD triggers while preventing yourself from performing compulsive behaviors
Imaginal Exposure Exercises
Practice facing OCD fears in your imagination while resisting the urge to perform compulsions
Loop Tape Exposure
Listen to recordings of your OCD fears repeatedly without performing compulsions to reduce anxiety over time
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Learn to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with your values
Techniques Used
Scientific Background
History
Techniques Used
Exposure and Response Prevention
Face OCD triggers while preventing yourself from performing compulsive behaviors
Imaginal Exposure Exercises
Practice facing OCD fears in your imagination while resisting the urge to perform compulsions
Loop Tape Exposure
Listen to recordings of your OCD fears repeatedly without performing compulsions to reduce anxiety over time
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Learn to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with your values
Typical Exercises
Typical Exercises
Typical Exercises
Exposure Response Recording
Record your exposure exercises and response prevention efforts to track progress and build confidence
Urge Surfing Exercise
Learn to ride out compulsive urges without acting on them by observing them like waves
Thought Stopping Technique
Learn techniques to interrupt obsessive thoughts before they lead to compulsive behaviors
Exposure Mastery Practice
Practice exposure exercises with complete confidence and independence, proving your mastery over fear
Testimonials
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Justin M.
It’s been a life-changing expierence since I started my therapy with Michelle at this center. All the time I am warmly welcomed by the staff members, but most importantly I see the difference in my life finding all those new ways to heal. Highly recommend!
Cielo P.
I love Family Centers, my individual therapist has been helping me a lot, i love the flexibility they have in case i have an emergency they give me options to either reschedule or have my appointment in a call or videocall.
Ricky M.
I have seen many therapist over the years and I have never been so impressed with such emotional intelligence that both inspires and challenges me. Huge thanks to Karen at FamilyTime Centers for connecting me with her. It is an invaluable boost to my quality of life.
Jessa R.
Good place to be start the healing! Very nice ladies in the office! So very sweet with every interaction we had! Started therapy over a year ago & have improved so much! It's great to put myself first & I recommend FTC! ✨👍
Quinton H.
My experience with family time centers has been amazing. I was always told that men don’t need therapy, we just need to tough it out lol… I went to the family time center and they welcomed me with open arms.
Chris M
Very happy with the therapist I was matched with. He has a background in helping people through trauma, which is exactly what I was looking for. The staff has been very helpful. Highly recommended!
Cal B.
I'm truly grateful for Family Time Centers. I've been working with a fantastic therapist here for around 6 months, during which time I have made some large discoveries about myself, and some great strides in my personal evolution.
Anne B.
Even after years of therapy, my specific work with IFS allowed me to go much deeper, healing at another level, all while feeling manageable; recommended for beginner to advanced to get to joy.
Rebecca H.
FamilyTime Center has been nothing but friendly and helpful through out my experience. They even give you a call after a few weeks of service to check in and make sure everything is going well. I would recommend then to anyone.
Jessica S.
My child sees Kimberly, and she is absolutely great! My child looks forward to each session and opens up to her effortlessly!
Aileen D.
Such a great experience with FamilyTime Center. Definitely recommend, if you are considering this is your sign! Staff was amazing and accommodating throughout my entire time here, they truly care for us all.
Yesenia G.
I want to thank FamilyTime Centers for promptly giving me an appointment when I needed it the most. I recommend them they are fast and kind. Thank you for your support
Testimonials
100+ Google reviews with an average 4.8★ rating
Justin M.
It’s been a life-changing expierence since I started my therapy with Michelle at this center. All the time I am warmly welcomed by the staff members, but most importantly I see the difference in my life finding all those new ways to heal. Highly recommend!
Cielo P.
I love Family Centers, my individual therapist has been helping me a lot, i love the flexibility they have in case i have an emergency they give me options to either reschedule or have my appointment in a call or videocall.
Ricky M.
I have seen many therapist over the years and I have never been so impressed with such emotional intelligence that both inspires and challenges me. Huge thanks to Karen at FamilyTime Centers for connecting me with her. It is an invaluable boost to my quality of life.
Jessa R.
Good place to be start the healing! Very nice ladies in the office! So very sweet with every interaction we had! Started therapy over a year ago & have improved so much! It's great to put myself first & I recommend FTC! ✨👍
Quinton H.
My experience with family time centers has been amazing. I was always told that men don’t need therapy, we just need to tough it out lol… I went to the family time center and they welcomed me with open arms.
Chris M
Very happy with the therapist I was matched with. He has a background in helping people through trauma, which is exactly what I was looking for. The staff has been very helpful. Highly recommended!
Cal B.
I'm truly grateful for Family Time Centers. I've been working with a fantastic therapist here for around 6 months, during which time I have made some large discoveries about myself, and some great strides in my personal evolution.
Anne B.
Even after years of therapy, my specific work with IFS allowed me to go much deeper, healing at another level, all while feeling manageable; recommended for beginner to advanced to get to joy.
Rebecca H.
FamilyTime Center has been nothing but friendly and helpful through out my experience. They even give you a call after a few weeks of service to check in and make sure everything is going well. I would recommend then to anyone.
Jessica S.
My child sees Kimberly, and she is absolutely great! My child looks forward to each session and opens up to her effortlessly!
Aileen D.
Such a great experience with FamilyTime Center. Definitely recommend, if you are considering this is your sign! Staff was amazing and accommodating throughout my entire time here, they truly care for us all.
Yesenia G.
I want to thank FamilyTime Centers for promptly giving me an appointment when I needed it the most. I recommend them they are fast and kind. Thank you for your support
Testimonials
100+ Google reviews with an average 4.8★ rating
Justin M.
It’s been a life-changing expierence since I started my therapy with Michelle at this center. All the time I am warmly welcomed by the staff members, but most importantly I see the difference in my life finding all those new ways to heal. Highly recommend!
Cielo P.
I love Family Centers, my individual therapist has been helping me a lot, i love the flexibility they have in case i have an emergency they give me options to either reschedule or have my appointment in a call or videocall.
Ricky M.
I have seen many therapist over the years and I have never been so impressed with such emotional intelligence that both inspires and challenges me. Huge thanks to Karen at FamilyTime Centers for connecting me with her. It is an invaluable boost to my quality of life.
Jessa R.
Good place to be start the healing! Very nice ladies in the office! So very sweet with every interaction we had! Started therapy over a year ago & have improved so much! It's great to put myself first & I recommend FTC! ✨👍
Quinton H.
My experience with family time centers has been amazing. I was always told that men don’t need therapy, we just need to tough it out lol… I went to the family time center and they welcomed me with open arms.
Chris M
Very happy with the therapist I was matched with. He has a background in helping people through trauma, which is exactly what I was looking for. The staff has been very helpful. Highly recommended!
Cal B.
I'm truly grateful for Family Time Centers. I've been working with a fantastic therapist here for around 6 months, during which time I have made some large discoveries about myself, and some great strides in my personal evolution.
Anne B.
Even after years of therapy, my specific work with IFS allowed me to go much deeper, healing at another level, all while feeling manageable; recommended for beginner to advanced to get to joy.
Rebecca H.
FamilyTime Center has been nothing but friendly and helpful through out my experience. They even give you a call after a few weeks of service to check in and make sure everything is going well. I would recommend then to anyone.
Jessica S.
My child sees Kimberly, and she is absolutely great! My child looks forward to each session and opens up to her effortlessly!
Aileen D.
Such a great experience with FamilyTime Center. Definitely recommend, if you are considering this is your sign! Staff was amazing and accommodating throughout my entire time here, they truly care for us all.
Yesenia G.
I want to thank FamilyTime Centers for promptly giving me an appointment when I needed it the most. I recommend them they are fast and kind. Thank you for your support
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Common Questions
Have more questions? Visit our comprehensive FAQ page for detailed answers about insurance coverage, payment options, and getting started with therapy.
Who are the therapists at FamilyTime Centers, and what are their qualifications?
What does therapy at FamilyTime Centers cost?
What types of therapy services do you offer?
How flexible are your scheduling options?
Common Questions
Have more questions? Visit our comprehensive FAQ page for detailed answers about insurance coverage, payment options, and getting started with therapy.
Who are the therapists at FamilyTime Centers, and what are their qualifications?
What does therapy at FamilyTime Centers cost?
What types of therapy services do you offer?
How flexible are your scheduling options?
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