OCD Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ

Expert OCD Treatment at BrainBody Wellness Counseling

If you or someone you love is struggling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), you know how overwhelming it can feel. Intrusive thoughts and exhausting rituals can take control of your life, leaving you stuck in an endless cycle of distress. The good news is that there are effective, research-supported treatments available that really work.

At BrainBody Wellness Counseling in Scottsdale, AZ, our OCD Specialty Clinic provides expert therapy using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—the most effective, evidence-based approaches for OCD.

Why ERP and ACT Work When Other Methods Don’t

Many people with OCD have tried traditional talk therapy, relaxation techniques, or thought-reframing. While these methods may help with general stress, they are not effective for OCD—and in some cases, they can make symptoms worse.

• OCD thrives on certainty and control.

• Compulsions and avoidance provide short-term relief but reinforce the cycle.

• Fighting thoughts often makes them stronger.

ERP and ACT break this cycle by teaching you new ways to respond to intrusive thoughts—so they lose their power.

What Is ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention)?

ERP helps you gradually face your fears (exposures) while resisting compulsions (response prevention). Over time, your brain learns that intrusive thoughts aren’t dangerous, reducing both anxiety and rituals.

ERP is backed by decades of clinical research and is considered the gold standard for OCD treatment.

What Is ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)?

ACT complements ERP by helping you accept uncomfortable thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them. With ACT, you’ll learn to:

• Make space for difficult emotions

• Defuse from obsessive thoughts

• Take action guided by your values

Together, ERP + ACT provide a powerful, science-backed treatment for OCD.

What to Expect from OCD Therapy at BrainBody Wellness

Step 1: Initial Intake

Meet with one of our OCD specialists for a full assessment of your symptoms and history.

Step 2: Psychoeducation & Planning

Learn how OCD works, why compulsions maintain the cycle, and how ERP and ACT help you recover.

Step 3: Symptom Tracking & Exposure Planning

Create a personalized exposure hierarchy and acceptance script to prepare for healing.

Step 4: Therapist-Guided Exposures

Face triggers in a safe, structured way—without compulsions—building resilience session by session.

Step 5: At-Home Practice

Continue exposures outside of therapy to reinforce progress and independence.

Step 6: Relapse Prevention

Develop long-term strategies to maintain results and prevent relapse.

NEW: “Treat My OCD” Program

We’re excited to offer the Treat My OCD Program, a supportive introduction to therapy.

This program includes:

• A free educational session about OCD treatment strategies

• A guided workbook to track progress and begin recovery

It’s the perfect first step for anyone new to OCD therapy.

Real Healing From OCD Is Possible

With the right tools, OCD no longer has to control your life. At BrainBody Wellness Counseling, we help you reduce obsessive thoughts, stop compulsive behaviors, and reclaim your peace of mind.

We work with both teens and adults and provide therapy in our Scottsdale office and via telehealth across Arizona.

Ready to Take the First Step?

If you’re searching for OCD therapy in Scottsdale, OCD counseling near Phoenix, or telehealth OCD treatment in Arizona, BrainBody Wellness Counseling is here for you.

📍 Location: Scottsdale, AZ (telehealth available statewide)
🌐 Website: www.BrainBodyOCDCounseling.com
📞 Call Today: Schedule your intake or join the free “Treat My OCD” program.

You’re not alone. Healing starts here.