OCD

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common, long-term disorder that affects how you think, feel, and behave. When these obsessive compulsive thoughts and behavior take over your life, it's time to seek help.

Andrea Skrocki is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience, dedicated to helping adults who struggle with OCD. She takes a very personalized approach to care, tailoring treatment to each person through a blend of diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. Andrea believes in a holistic, bio-psycho-social model, considering the unique interplay of life stressors, past experiences, and genetic factors that shape each person's mental health.

By considering your overall health and well-being, she works with you to create a treatment plan that feels right for you. While medication management is often warranted for OCD, Andrea recognizes that every individual is different and deserves a treatment plan that addresses their specific needs. Let Andrea navigate options with you.

Education is central to her approach, empowering you with the knowledge and tools to actively participate in your healing process, leading to greater satisfaction in life and relationships. Above all, Andrea strives to build a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust, open communication, compassion, and respect. She is committed to supporting you every step of the way as you work toward improving and managing the anxiety and stressors in your life.

If you struggle with OCD, or wonder if you have it, Andrea can provide the answers and support you need. She understands how OCD can take over your life and provides the support and tools you need to regain control.

Call Total Clarity Psychiatry today or schedule an appointment with Andrea online now to get treated. Click on the “BOOK NOW” link to see her availability.

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FAQs

  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by a pattern of intrusive thoughts and fears (obsessions) that trigger the need to engage in repetitive behaviors (compulsions) to ease the anxiety caused by the obsessions.

    People with OCD know their thoughts and behaviors are extreme and irrational but feel they have no control over them. Researchers are still investigating the cause of OCD, but they theorize that it may develop due to changes in brain activity. There also seems to be a genetic link.

  • OCD symptoms vary and can include obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, or both.

    • Obsessive Thoughts – Obsessive thoughts in OCD are unwanted, irrational, and persistent thoughts that trigger anxiety. For example, persistently thinking that you forgot to turn off the stove or fearing contamination by germs.

    • Compulsive Behaviors – Compulsive behaviors in OCD are the repetitive acts you engage in to ease the anxiety caused by your obsessive thoughts. For example, constantly checking to make sure the stove is off or excessively washing your hands. The compulsion can be severe and take up hours of your day.

  • At your initial consultation for OCD, Andrea completes a psychiatric diagnostic evaluation. She reviews your symptoms and medical history and uses screening tools to create a diagnostic impression that helps her develop an individualized treatment plan for you.

    Many people with OCD have other mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety. Andrea's thorough evaluation helps her identify all underlying factors affecting your mental well-being.

    Your initial evaluation with Andrea takes 60-75 minutes.

  • Andrea takes a collaborative approach to care and talks to you about your OCD and the treatments that can help.

    Treatment for OCD can include medication management, psychotherapy, or both.

    Medication management for OCD-Andrea might recommend selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRls) for medication management of your OCD. These medications can help lessen your OCD symptoms.

    Psychotherapy- Andrea recommends combining medication management with therapy to get the most benefits.

    She also requests you schedule an appointment with your primary care provider for a wellness exam and lab work.

    OCD is a long-term disorder that can take over your life. Don't wait any longer, let Andrea help you live your best life.

    Psychopharmacological genetic testing (PGT) can be order and is covered by some insurance carriers to determine how you metabolize certain medications. This can be helpful if you have failed or had serious side effects on medications in the past. If you have questions, or want to order this test, ask Andrea for more details.

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Andrea is an out of network provider that does not accept insurance and accepts credit cards, debit cards and HSA/FSA at time of service.