Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder that can affect people of all ages. OCD is characterized by unreasonable thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead to compulsive behaviors. Compulsions are behaviors an individual engages in to attempt to get rid of the obsessions and/or decrease his or her distress. The obsessions and compulsions interfere with the individuals daily functioning. Common compulsions with OCD are washing and cleaning, checking, repeating, intense fear or worrisome thoughts, and mentally obsessing over certain items or actions. Frequent questioning, need for constant reassurance, looping thoughts, or constant worries that create intense anxiety are indicative of obsessive thinking.
HOW CAN NEUROFEEDBACK HELP?
Those struggling with OCD are especially prone to overthinking or repetitive thinking that results in a looping and repeating patterns in brain wave functioning. Neurofeedback calms these overactive brain waves and therefore reduces obsessions and compulsions.
HOW CAN BIOFEEDBACK HELP?
OCD is a form of anxiety, which often results from a hyperactive autonomic nervous system (increased “fight or flight”). Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback training helps us to reset our nervous systems. By teaching you to control the rhythms of your heart, we can teach you to calm your fight or flight response and undo years of damage from chronic stress. Biofeedback enhances feelings of positivity, control of emotions and ability to focus.
HOW CAN COUNSELING HELP?
We combine neuroscience, advanced technologies and holistic approaches with traditional talk-therapy. Research shows that counseling alone and neurofeedback alone are not as effective as a combined approach. This innovative combination allows individuals to get a jump start on feeling better with neurofeedback along with the support and care of a trained clinical professional.