OCD isn’t about being “neat” or “organized.” It’s a cycle of intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that can consume time, energy, and peace of mind.
You might know your fears don’t make sense, but that doesn’t stop them from feeling real. The more you try to ignore them, the louder they seem to get.
At Outside Therapy, we work with clients across Wyoming using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — the gold standard for OCD treatment — to help you regain control and quiet the noise in your mind.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder shows up in many forms, and no two people experience it the same way. You might notice:
Repetitive thoughts or mental images that feel intrusive or disturbing
Compulsions — like checking, cleaning, counting, or seeking reassurance — to relieve anxiety
A strong need for things to be “just right” or symmetrical
Fear of contamination, losing control, or harming someone unintentionally
Excessive doubt, guilt, or perfectionism
Avoiding situations that could trigger obsessive thoughts
These patterns can take over your daily routine and leave you feeling trapped between fear and relief. But OCD is highly treatable with the right tools and support.
OCD operates in a loop:
Intrusive Thought — an unwanted fear or image appears.
Anxiety Spike — your body reacts as if the thought is a real threat.
Compulsion or Avoidance — you do something to make the anxiety drop.
Temporary Relief — the fear fades briefly, but the brain learns to repeat the cycle.
ERP therapy helps break that loop by teaching you to face fears safely, without giving in to compulsions. Over time, your anxiety response weakens, and your brain learns you’re not in danger.
Our approach to OCD focuses on gradual exposure, compassion, and empowerment. You’ll work at your own pace to regain a sense of control and calm.
Common methods include:
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP): Step-by-step exposure to fears while learning not to perform compulsions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Restructuring unhelpful thoughts that feed obsessions.
Mindfulness and Acceptance-Based Tools: Building awareness and self-compassion instead of judgment.
Lifestyle Support: Sleep, stress reduction, and grounding skills that support long-term recovery.
ERP is not about pushing you — it’s about teaching your brain that it’s safe to let go of fear.
At Outside Therapy, every service begins with a clear plan and measurable goals.
We combine modern mental health science with whole-person care, drawing from modalities like:
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) for mindset and motivation
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) for thought and behavior change
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) for emotional balance
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for trauma recovery
ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) for OCD and anxiety disorders
Positive Psychology to promote purpose and resilience
We don’t do “forever therapy.” We do focused, intentional work that helps you reach a finish line and maintain your progress long after sessions end.