Therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in San Diego
OCD THERAPY
Start building a calmer & more vibrant life with Dana Sockolov, your dedicated OCD expert in San Diego!
If you are living with OCD, you’ll know firsthand how quickly everyday situations can become stressful or scary. You have to deal with never-ending thought loops, constant fear and an enormous amount of effort, just to complete everyday tasks. It can feel overwhelming to say the least.
But here is the truth I’d like you to know: you are not broken and you are not your thoughts. With the right care, a lot of patience and the appropriate tools, you can learn to successfully quiet the noise within your mind and create a life for yourself that feels more manageable. I would like to help you on that journey!
WHERE I CAN HELP
Some of the OCD challenges I can help with …
Intrusive thoughts (e.g. of violent, sexual, religious or existential nature)
Compulsive behaviors like checking, cleaning, or reassurance-seeking
Pure O & mental rituals such as silent repetition/obsessive rumination
Contamination fears or fears related to health, germs or food/diet
Harm OCD and relationship OCD (ROCD)
OCD paired with other diagnoses such as ADHD
Moral, religious and existential OCD
Perinatal and postpartum OCD
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
How therapy can help with your OCD symptoms
Freedom from obsessions & compulsions
Together, we can work to reduce the amount of time you spend on your triggers and give you more time to do the things that are important to you.
Improved daily functioning
& quality of life
Daily tasks that used to feel daunting will start feeling more manageable. You’ll start to feel more content & open to experiencing life without fear.
Increased self- esteem & confidence
The initial sense of relief is often followed by an increased sense of self-worth and self-trust. Every small amount of progress is something to be proud of.
Better long-term mental health
Treating your OCD can often help to reduce symptoms from other co-existing conditions as well as prevent other mental health challenges in the future.
MY APPROACH
Your highly effective, research-backed OCD treatment in San Diego
To help you treat your OCD, I use a modality called Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), commonly recognized as the gold standard for OCD treatment. As the name would suggest, together we’ll work on exposing you to your triggers in a safe environment and then try different tools to help you prevent your usual response.
With time, this can get your brain to weaken its automatic fear response and the OCD will slowly lose its power. Bit by bit, you’ll start to feel more confident and even if the thoughts never go away completely, they’ll stop controlling your every move.
ERP is a very collaborative approach that is uniquely tailored to you and your needs. As your therapist, my number one priority is to guide you through every step of this process and make sure that every exposure feels safe and doable to you.
ABOUT ME
Why choose OCD therapy with me?
Therapeutic approach shaped by personal experience with OCD, not just textbooks or one-size-fits-all clinical scripts.
The highest quality OCD care based on specialized ERP training, the most effective treatment for OCD.
One of only a few in-person therapists available for OCD in San Diego. Online sessions possible when needed.
A deeply personal & genuine therapeutic relationship. Not rushed, surface-level care you often get at larger practices.
FEES & FAQs
Everything you need to know about starting therapy with me
Head over to my FAQ page to find all the practical information about working with me, such as what to expect, costs, the insurance providers I accept, my working hours, etc.
Take your first step towards healing
Finding a therapist that really gets you can be tricky - I know! You never know if you’ll actually click with someone until you can speak to them. To help make that process easier for you, I offer a free 15-min online consultation so you can meet me, ask questions and decide for yourself if the vibe is right.