OCD Treatment in Utah | Therapy, Medication & TMS
OCD involves recurring intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental rituals (compulsions) that are performed in an attempt to reduce anxiety.
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OCD symptoms often involve cycles of anxiety, compulsive actions that sometimes result in temporary relief that reinforce the pattern over time but the improvements are short lived.
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Effective treatment focuses on interrupting this cycle through therapy, medication when appropriate, and in some cases neuromodulation treatments such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and treating the resultant depression with Ketamine Assisted Therapy.
Understanding OCD
OCD is characterized by obsessions and compulsions.
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Obsessions are intrusive thoughts, images, or urges that create distress.
Compulsions are repetitive behaviors performed to reduce the anxiety created by those thoughts.
Common OCD patterns include:
• contamination fears
• checking behaviors
• intrusive harm thoughts
• religious or moral obsessions
• symmetry and ordering compulsions
• mental rituals or reassurance seeking
Although compulsions may provide temporary relief, they reinforce the anxiety cycle.
Treatment focuses on helping individuals reduce the power of these cycles.
Common OCD Symptoms
OCD symptoms can appear in many forms, including:
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• intrusive unwanted thoughts
• repetitive checking behaviors
• excessive cleaning or contamination fears
• fear of harming others
• mental rituals such as counting or repeating phrases
• difficulty tolerating uncertainty
These symptoms can affect work, relationships, sleep and daily functioning.
How OCD Is Treated
OCD treatment often requires a multi-layered approach.
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At Dynamic Psychiatry and Wellness, treatment plans may include:
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• specialized psychotherapy
• medication management
• neuromodulation treatments when appropriate
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The goal is to reduce intrusive thoughts, weaken compulsive cycles, and help patients regain control of their lives.
Advanced Therapy Approaches
Therapy plays a central role in OCD treatment.
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Our therapists are trained through the Master Therapy Training Program, which provides extensive education in multiple therapeutic modalities.
Therapy approaches may include:
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• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Trauma-informed therapy
• Family systems approaches
• Motivational interviewing
• Exposure Response Therapy​
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Treatment focuses on helping individuals recognize patterns driving obsessive thinking and develop healthier responses to intrusive thoughts.
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Therapists at Dynamic Psychiatry receive advanced training through the Master Therapy Training Program, which includes extensive education in treating obsessive thinking patterns and anxiety-driven behavior cycles.
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Learn more about our Therapy Services.
Medication Options
Medication can help reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsive urges.
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Treatment may include medications commonly used for OCD when clinically appropriate.
Medication decisions are individualized and based on symptom severity, medical history, and patient goals.
Learn more about Psychiatric Medication Management.
TMS Treatment for OCD
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive neuromodulation treatment that uses magnetic pulses to influence specific brain circuits.
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TMS has received FDA clearance for treatment of OCD.
Research suggests TMS may help reduce obsessive thinking patterns by targeting brain regions involved in compulsive behavior and cognitive control.
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​TMS has received FDA clearance for treatment of OCD and may be recommended when symptoms persist despite traditional therapy or medication.
Learn more about TMS Treatment.
Locations
OCD treatment services are available at:
Lehi, Utah
South Jordan, Utah
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Telehealth may also be available for certain services depending on clinical needs.
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OCD symptoms can feel overwhelming, but effective treatment options are available.
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Call or text 801-349-2480 to schedule an OCD consultation at our Lehi or South Jordan locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes OCD?
OCD involves patterns of intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors driven by anxiety and reinforced over time.
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Is OCD treatable?
Yes. Many individuals experience improvement through therapy, medication, or neuromodulation treatments such as TMS.
Do I need medication for OCD?
​Not always. Treatment plans vary and may include therapy, medication, or a combination depending on the individual.
Is TMS used for OCD?
Yes. TMS is FDA-cleared for treatment of OCD and may be recommended in certain situations.
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Can a patient have both OCD and an eating disorder?
Yes. Many patients with eating struggles or an eating disorder also struggle with symptoms of OCD. Successful treatment requires addressing both concurrently. Learn more about our Eating Disorder Treatment.
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Do addiction struggles and OCD happen together?
Yes. Patients often struggle with OCD and addictive behaviors concurrently. Both can be treated simultaneously. Learn more about our addiction treatment.