Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) severely reduces quality of life: intrusive thoughts and compulsive actions consume hours a day. Modern therapy can significantly loosen OCD\u2019s grip on daily life.
The main method at LOQOS is ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) combined with CBT. For complex cases, metacognitive therapy and flexibility training are used.
Indications
Intrusive thoughts about contamination, harm, or order
Compulsive checking (locks, stove, windows)
Washing, counting, symmetry rituals
Moral and religious obsessions
Doubts about relationships and health
Mental rituals and checking
Methods
ERP — gradual exposure to triggers without rituals
CBT — working with responsibility and catastrophizing
Metacognitive therapy — changing the relationship with thoughts
ACT — acceptance and values-based commitment
Family support — teaching loved ones not to participate in rituals
Outcomes
Reduced time spent on rituals
Weaker intensity of intrusive thoughts
Return to normal social functioning
Ability to tolerate uncertainty
Lower overall anxiety
Course duration: 12–20 sessions; ERP with between-session exposures
