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OCD Online Self-Screening Tool
OCD Symptom Screener
This brief self-screener can help you reflect on thoughts, urges, and behaviors that may be connected to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). It takes about 3 minutes and is completely private — nothing is recorded unless you choose to share your results with us.
This tool is for educational purposes only and is not a diagnostic instrument. It does not replace a clinical evaluation.
In the past month, how much has this distressed or bothered you?
About OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder involves unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images, or urges (obsessions) that create distress, and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) performed to reduce that distress or prevent a feared outcome. Symptoms can show up as contamination concerns, checking, a need for symmetry or order, intrusive thoughts, or silent mental rituals, and they often interfere with daily life, relationships, or work.
What Helps
Individuals experiencing OCD symptoms often benefit from evidence-based treatments such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which is widely considered the gold-standard approach for OCD. A licensed clinician can help determine whether ERP or another treatment approach is the right fit.
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Book a Free ConsultThis is a screening tool, not a diagnostic instrument. It is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or psychological advice, nor does it replace evaluation by a licensed mental health professional. Only a qualified clinician can diagnose OCD. If you are concerned about your symptoms, please reach out to a mental health provider.
This self-screener was developed by Coping Resource Center and is informed by recognized, clinically-validated OCD symptom measures, including the Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS; Goodman et al., 1989) and the Obsessive Compulsive Inventory–Revised (OCI‑R; Foa et al., 2002). It does not reproduce either instrument and is not a substitute for either. Our clinicians use the Y-BOCS directly in-session as part of formal assessment and treatment tracking.
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How OCD Therapy Works
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We look at the whole you
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We get clear on a direction
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We help you move forward
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Frequently Asked Questions About OCD Treatment
What causes OCD?
There is no one thing that causes OCD, but it can develop based on a combination of factors, including genetics, brain structure and function, environmental influences, and psychological triggers.
Some common lifestyle triggers may contribute to exacerbating OCD symptoms as well, such as: stressful life events, certain substances, or a lack of sleep.
Will I be able to handle this treatment?
Your Houston OCD therapist will work with you to determine a comfortable pace of treatment and exposure sessions can be modified as needed. They will be there alongside you supporting you through any difficulties you experience.
Will I be forced to do an exposure I don’t want to do?
No, your therapist will never force you to do anything you do not want to do. They can give recommendations and encouragement but ultimately you get the final say in treatment decisions.
Will I get worse before I get better?
At the start of exposure sessions, clients may initially experience a temporary increase in anxiety. If this is your experience, be assured that anxiety levels typically decrease, often within the very first session itself. As a result, clients often leave feeling more at ease and with a sense of achievement.
Will this really work?
Exposure and response prevention has been studied for years and has very strong support in effectively treating OCD both in the short-term and long-term.
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With support, things can get better
- No longer feel plagued by constant obsessive worries
- No longer feel the urge to engage in compulsive behaviors
- Get the time back to do the things you really want to do
- No longer worry that something bad will happen
- No longer think that something is wrong with you
- Are able to move on with your life
Psychotherapy for OCD can help you regain peace of mind
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Take The First Step
If you’re ready to get started, you can book online using our secure booking platform.
Have questions? Schedule a free 15 minute consultation, submit a message via our contact form, or call us.
Please note: Not all our therapists can be booked online. If you’re unable to book with a specific provider, please contact us via the contact form or by phone.
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