Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a gold-standard, evidence-based treatment for OCD and anxiety-related conditions. ERP helps reduce anxiety by gently facing fears while learning to resist compulsive or avoidance behaviors.
ERP therapy is available with care tailored to your pace and comfort level.
Who ERP Therapy Is For
ERP may be a good fit if you:
- Experience OCD, phobias, or panic
- Feel stuck in fear–avoidance cycles
- Want evidence-based anxiety treatment
- Are ready to face fears gradually with support
How ERP Therapy Works
ERP involves carefully planned exposures done collaboratively with your therapist. Over time, your nervous system learns that anxiety can rise and fall without compulsions.
What Therapy Can Look Like (Example)
If intrusive thoughts trigger rituals, therapy may involve gradually facing those thoughts while practicing resisting the urge to neutralize them — at a pace that feels safe and manageable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ERP overwhelming?
ERP is paced carefully and never forced. Safety and collaboration come first.
How effective is ERP for OCD?
ERP is one of the most effective treatments for OCD.
Can I do ERP online?
Yes. ERP therapy is available virtually for your convenience.