What is OCD?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is described by obsessive thoughts and/or compulsive behaviors that significantly interfere with normal life. Obsessions are unwanted, recurrent, and disturbing thoughts that a person cannot suppress, causing overwhelming anxiety. Compulsions are repetitive, ritualized behaviors that a person feels driven to perform to reduce the anxiety caused by the obsessions. The obsessive and compulsive rituals can occupy many hours of each day, interfering greatly with daily life.
What Do We Do?
Using proven scientific methods, we diagnose and treat the most serious cases of obsessive-compulsive disorder and other anxiety disorders at our clinic in Los Angeles. Dr. Eda Gorbis has created an effective and integrative treatment, combining Dr. Edna Foa's Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz's Four Steps Method for cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT), and Dr. Gorbis's own writing component. Treatment also includes individualized therapy, prescription medication as needed, as well as a team of expert psychologists, clinicians and staff assigned specifically to each case.
OCD Treatment in Los Angeles
To learn more about OCD:
- Read our clinical overview and learn more about our Three Week Intensive Treatment Program and the Twice-Per-Week Treatment Program for OCD
- See our list of recommended books and Dr. Gorbis’ Podcast
- Learn about Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz' Four Steps Method and read his article on mindfulness and the treatment of OCD Read about new research, articles, reviews and visit related links.
Do I Have OCD?
Read our checklist of common symptoms to find out if you have OCD, or call for an appointment. You too can be successfully treated. Imagine yourself... finally free from OCD. Not sure if you are ready for treatment? Read the candid feedback from our former patients.
Online and Phone Therapy
The Westwood Institute for anxiety Disorders is extending our services to online and telephone therapy to clients around the world struggling with OCD and related disorders. This method is cost-effective, which benefits clients with restrictions that do not allow them to leave their homes. The American Psychological Association has provided distance therapy to be safe and reliable. Furthermore, there are numerous studies and client testimonies that have indicated success through this method. In 1997, California established phone and online therapy to be legal. Be assured that all client information will always remain private and safe. If you have any further questions, please feel free to email us.
Due to the current pandemic (COVID-19), we are extending our services to full online and phone therapy to our clients.
Dr. Gorbis gives Grand Rounds at UCLA Medical School
