How We Treat
Specialized treatment, tailored for youth
OCD manifests differently at various life stages. Our providers work closely with you or your child to develop a personalized treatment plan focused on overall well-being.
Self Scheduling
Available to all patients, providing greater flexibility and convenience without the need to make a phone call.
Virtual Appointments
Allowing our Youth-Link providers to see patients in the places where they feel safest and most comfortable.
Secure Messaging
Accessible through our patient portal, enabling patients and legal guardians to securely message their provider at any time.
Specialized Providers
Providers are assigned based on the patient’s age and their specific symptoms, ensuring specialized, tailored care for each individual.
Digital Documentation
Providing a single location for all forms to be completed and accessed. Everything is available in your patient portal.
Extended Benefits
Offering telehealth services, bringing vital mental health care to Arizona communities that lack local access to adolescent psychiatric support.
Condition
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Our expert providers collaborate with patients to create individualized treatment plans for obsessive-compulsive disorder, incorporating behavioral strategies and, when appropriate, medication management. Our goal is to help individuals manage their symptoms, reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsions, and lead more balanced, fulfilling lives.
What is OCD?
A condition characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) aimed at reducing anxiety caused by these thoughts. Obsessions often revolve around fears of contamination, harm, or the need for symmetry, while compulsions are repetitive actions, such as excessive handwashing, checking, or counting, performed to relieve distress.
Types of OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can manifest in different forms, typically categorized by the nature of the obsessions and compulsions. The main types of OCD include:
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Contamination and Cleaning: Involves an intense fear of germs, contamination, or illness, leading to compulsive cleaning, handwashing, or avoiding perceived sources of contamination.
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Doubt and Checking: Characterized by fears of harm or mistakes, resulting in repeated checking behaviors, such as ensuring doors are locked or appliances are turned off, often driven by doubts about safety.
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Symmetry and Ordering: An obsession with symmetry, precision, or exactness, which leads to compulsions to arrange or reorder items until they feel "just right."
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Unacceptable or Taboo Thoughts: Involves intrusive thoughts that are violent, sexual, or religious in nature, often leading to mental rituals or compulsive behaviors to neutralize the distress.
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Hoarding: Difficulty discarding items due to fears of needing them in the future, often resulting in the excessive accumulation of objects, which can create significant clutter and disorganization.
Symptoms of OCD
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Obsessions: Persistent, intrusive thoughts, urges, or images that cause anxiety or distress. Common obsessions include fears of contamination, doubts about safety, intrusive violent or inappropriate thoughts, or a need for symmetry and order.
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Compulsions: Repetitive behaviors or mental acts performed to reduce anxiety or prevent a feared event. Examples include excessive handwashing, checking, counting, organizing, or repeating words silently.
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Time-Consuming Nature: The obsessions and compulsions are time-consuming, often taking up more than an hour each day, and can significantly interfere with daily life, relationships, or academic performance.
How Our Service Works
Comprehensive virtual care guiding patients at every turn, why virtual care is right for you or your child
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Psychiatry Mobile Dashboard
Secure Messaging
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1:1 Telehealth Sessions
Schedule an appointment and access your mental health provider on any device to discuss your symptoms or treatment.
Everything In One Place
Enjoy full access to your appointments, bills, and medical documents through our online service
Comprehensive Treatment
Say goodbye to the hassle of getting the care you need. We provide a seamless and comprehensive experience for your diagnosis and treatment.
Secure Messaging
Have concerns during treatment? Reach your provider anytime with secure messaging for peace of mind.