COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT)

For Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

IN CALIFORNIA, NEW YORK, & FLORIDA


Therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Helping you break free from OCD so you can redirect your energy to what matters most.


DOES THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?


You want to make sure that things go well for yourself and those you care about. You try to make the best possible decisions. You go to great lengths to avoid negative consequences. You may have even accomplished a great deal because of these traits. But you have paid a steep price in the form of recurring unwanted thoughts, images, doubts, or impulses. They intrude on your awareness and take your attention away from the people you care about and the things you would rather be doing. They leave you feeling anxious, exhausted, and ashamed.

Intrusive thoughts, images, and impulses are called obsessions. They may fall into different categories. Some people are concerned about becoming contaminated by germs, chemicals, or dirt. Others struggle with doubts and uncertainty and have difficulty making decisions. Some feel anxious if things are not symmetrical or organized in a certain way. Others fear "unlucky" numbers, objects, or themes. Some are terrified by thoughts of losing control and harming themselves or others. Some feel embarrassed by thoughts of doing something inappropriate in public. Others are disturbed by unpleasant thoughts or images related to morality, sexuality, or religion. People may also obsess about their appearance or health or any other topic and worry if their obsessions will ever stop.

If you are like most people dealing with obsessions, you may try to avoid situations, objects, and thoughts that make you anxious. You do this to feel better and prevent anything bad from happening. Whenever you can’t avoid or escape, you feel the need to perform specific actions or think special thoughts to reduce your distress. These rituals are called compulsions. Common compulsions include excessive cleaning, checking and re-checking, counting, organizing, adhering to strict routines, repeating specific words or actions, striving for perfection, and seeking a lot of reassurance from others. Some people have mental compulsions, like thinking special thoughts to counteract negative ones. Unfortunately, giving in to compulsions only gives temporary relief and continues the obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) cycle. Over the long term, OCD steals your time and energy from the people and things you genuinely care about.

With Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC), I’ll teach you how to break the OCD cycle.

I can also help with OCD-related disorders such as orthorexia and body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), including skin picking (excoriation/dermatillomania) and hair pulling (trichotillomania) using the Comprehensive Behavioral Treatment approach (ComB).

Dr. Regina Lazarovich sitting on a white wicker bench

MEET YOUR THERAPIST


Hi, I’m Dr. Regina Lazarovich, PhD

Clinical Psychologist specializing in OCD treatment in California, New York, & Florida

I can help you pursue your goals, maintain your relationships, and be more present in your life.

To disrupt the OCD cycle, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approaches that have been scientifically shown to alleviate OCD. Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help you reclaim your life from OCD.

Inference-Based Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (I-CBT) is an evidence-based treatment for OCD. I-CBT can teach you about the obsessional reasoning tricks of the "OCD magician" so that you can avoid falling into the OCD trap. Through I-CBT, you can learn to regain trust in your senses and your real self.

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a well-researched treatment for OCD. ERP entails taking small, manageable steps to face your fears while practicing response prevention strategies so you can resist your compulsions.

With Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I can teach you to step back from your automatic thoughts and impulses. This will allow you to align your actions with authentic values instead of OCD’s demands.

With Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC), you can learn to be kinder and more compassionate to yourself, even when things don't go according to plan.

If you are struggling with a body-focused repetitive behavior such as skin picking or hair pulling, I can help you gain in-the-moment techniques for managing your BFRB triggers using the Comprehensive Behavioral Treatment (ComB) approach.

I can also help with anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, disordered eating, binge eating, and negative body image.

How It Works


STEP ONE

Click Request an Appointment and let me know what you're struggling with. We begin with a free 20-minute consultation to determine whether we're a good fit to work together.

STEP TWO

If we’re a good fit, we’ll schedule an intake session. The initial 50-minute session will focus on getting to know you and gathering information. We'll set goals based on your values and priorities. I'll create a treatment plan to help you reach them.

STEP THREE

We'll meet weekly for 50-minute sessions. While this frequency allows us to build momentum, we can discuss the session frequency that best suits your needs. Together, we will work on helping you feel better and more engaged in what matters most to you.

Common Questions About OCD and Related Disorders

Have more questions? Read my General FAQ here.