Shala Nicely, LPC OCD Treatment with ERP Therapy
One of the most basic human desires is to be understood. To be heard fully and deeply by another human being. Yet, the fulfillment of this desire happens all too infrequently. And we are left feeling disconnected and alone. If you have a mental illness, feelings of isolation and anguish can be your frequent companions—I […]
Key takeaways Self-compassion is relevant for people with OCD because the disorder uses harsh self-criticism, which can intensify the OCD cycle. The three components of self-compassion are mindful awareness of emotions, recognizing shared human experience, and self-kindness. Using self-compassion as part of ERP for OCD can increase motivation by reducing fear and shame that interfere […]
