Is ERP a type of CBT?

Yes. ERP is a form of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy that focuses on exposure to OCD triggers and practising not doing compulsions. When people say “CBT for OCD,” they often mean CBT that includes ERP.

It’s normal to feel nervous about it. ERP is collaborative and gradual. You and your therapist decide on the steps together, you start with easier ones, and nothing is sprung on you.

Does ERP work for “Pure O” or mental compulsions?

Yes, ERP can be adapted for OCD where most compulsions happen in your head, like reviewing, checking your feelings or mentally neutralizing a thought. Part of the work is learning to spot those mental compulsions in the first place.

What happens in the free consultation?

It’s a free 15-minute call to share a little about what’s going on, ask about ERP and CBT, and see whether Mairin feels like a good fit. Consultations are by secure video unless you let us know you’d prefer a phone call, and there’s no pressure to book. If you’d rather we help you choose, you can take our matching quiz.

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