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OCD and Related Disorders Therapy in Calgary and Alberta

Find Freedom from OCD by Learning to Respond Differently to Intrusive Thoughts and Uncertainty

OCD is more than being organized or liking things a certain way. It can feel relentless, confusing, and incredibly isolating. Intrusive thoughts, overwhelming doubt, and compulsive behaviours can consume hours of your day and leave you feeling exhausted.

At Still Leaf Psychology, we provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment for OCD and related disorders. Whether you’re struggling with unwanted intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or overwhelming uncertainty, therapy can help you break free from the OCD cycle and reconnect with the life that matters most to you.

We offer in-person OCD therapy in Calgary and secure virtual therapy throughout Alberta.

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What is oCD?

OCD is characterized by obsessions and compulsions and can impact your thoughts, emotions, and daily routines, often in exhausting and confusing ways.

Understanding OCD:

  • Obsessions are unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images, urges, or sensations that create anxiety, guilt, disgust, or uncertainty.
  • Compulsions are the behaviours or mental rituals we perform to reduce that distress or prevent something bad from happening.

While compulsions may provide temporary relief, they actually strengthen OCD over time, keeping you trapped in a cycle of fear, doubt, and reassurance seeking.

Other Related Disorders:

  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder
  • Body Focused Repetitive Behaviours
  • Illness Anxiety

Related disorders respond well to the same therapies and involve repetitive behaviours, distress, shame, and difficulty resisting urges.

Common OCD Themes

OCD can take on many themes and can present in a multitude of ways, but here are few common ways OCD can show up.

Fears of germs, illness, or chemicals that can result in washing, cleaning and avoiding.

Distressing thoughts about accidentally or intentionally harming yourself or someone else

Repeated questioning about reality, existence, or life’s meaning.

Feeling driven to repeat actions until something feels complete, balanced, or perfect.

Ashley Pettigrew, Registered Psychologist Calgary Office

How THERAPY
Can help

At Still Leaf Psychology , the therapies we use for OCD are grounded in evidence-based approaches that help you understand your patterns and take actions to shift your relationship to your thoughts and emotions.

Evidence-based therapies for OCD:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Exposure and Response Prevention
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Therapy can teach you to:

  • Break the pattern of intrusive thoughts and compulsions
  • Respond to fear, doubt and uncertainty with flexibility
  • Develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself

How do I know this therapy is right for me?

You may benefit from evidence-based therapy for OCD if you:

  • Struggle with intrusive thoughts that feel scary, unwanted, or repetitive
  • Engage in compulsions such as checking, reviewing, reassurance seeking etc.
  • Avoid people, places, situations, or activities because they trigger intrusive thoughts or anxiety
  • Find yourself overthinking conversations and decisions
  • Notice your symptoms are affecting your relationships, work, school, or ability to enjoy life.

If you are experiencing any level of symptoms that is interfering with the life you want to live, support is available. You deserve a full life in alignment with your values.

Ashley Pettigrew, Registered Psychologist Calgary Office

QUESTIONS?

Frequently Asked Questions about OCD and OCD treatment.

No. Many clients come to therapy unsure of what they’re experiencing. We’ll work together to better understand your symptoms and what approach feels right.

Yes! Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the gold standard treatment for OCD, and is a highly effective treatment. We integrate it with ACT and mindfulness-based strategies.

Yes! We offer online therapy sessions for clients across Alberta, so you can access support from the comfort of your home. We also offer in person session at our Calgary office.

Contact us through our contact page to get connected with one of our therapists.

Courage is not the absence of fear; it is taking action despite fear.

– Russ Harris

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You don’t have to navigate OCD and Related Disorders alone. Therapy can help you find balance, resilience, and a deeper connection to your values. If you’re ready to start your healing journey, we’re here to support you.

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