OCD Therapy in Etobicoke for Adults & Students

Overcome obsessive thoughts, compulsions, and anxiety with personalized OCD therapy in Etobicoke. Offering CBT, ACT, ERP, and mindfulness-based approaches, in-person or online. Specialized treatment for harm OCD, checking behaviours, mental rituals, and more.

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Harm OCD & Intrusive Thoughts Therapy

Fear of accidentally harming someone or experiencing unwanted violent or sexual thoughts can feel overwhelming. Harm OCD treatment in Etobicoke focuses on ACT, ERP, and mindfulness-based tools to reduce distress and build tolerance to uncertainty.

CBT, ACT & MBCT for OCD

Evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) are core to OCD treatment in Etobicoke. These approaches address rumination, mental rituals, and obsessive loops.

About Kristin Michie Psychotherapy

Kristin Michie Psychotherapy offers focused and compassionate OCD therapy to individuals in Etobicoke, including students, working professionals, and young adults. Using evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, ERP, MBCT, and psychodynamic therapy, Kristin helps clients manage a wide range of OCD presentations—from compulsive checking of locks and stoves to unwanted harm thoughts, intrusive sexual orientation fears, obsessive rumination, and relationship doubts.

Kristin’s virtual OCD counselling services also support clients struggling with mental rituals, reassurance-seeking, or fear-based compulsions. Whether you’re battling obsessive fears while driving or feeling stuck in mental loops, therapy sessions are adapted to your unique experience, offering psychoeducation, support, and practical exposure techniques for long-lasting relief.

OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) Therapy Services in Etobicoke

OCD Therapy for Checking Behaviours

Are you constantly checking locks, stoves, or seeking reassurance about your loved ones’ safety? CBT and ERP therapy in Etobicoke help reduce these compulsions by targeting the root thought patterns and behavioural loops.

Sexual Orientation & Relationship OCD

Kristin offers specialized support for individuals experiencing intrusive doubts around identity or relationships. Using psychodynamic insights and exposure therapy, clients can work through obsessive fears and compulsions without judgment.

Online OCD Counselling for Students & Professionals

Virtual therapy makes OCD treatment accessible to university students and busy working adults. Whether you’re coping with cultural transitions, academic stress, or post-COVID anxiety, Kristin provides flexible online sessions tailored to your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Kristin treats various types of OCD including harm OCD, checking compulsions, sexual orientation OCD, intrusive thoughts, and obsessive rumination using CBT, ACT, ERP, and MBCT.

  • Yes, virtual OCD counselling is available for residents in Etobicoke. Online sessions provide the same evidence-based support as in-person therapy, including ERP and ACT.

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a gold-standard treatment for OCD. It involves gradual exposure to feared thoughts or situations without engaging in compulsions. ERP is offered virtually and in-person in Etobicoke.

  • Absolutely. CBT and ERP therapy in Etobicoke can effectively reduce compulsive checking behaviours by addressing the thought patterns that drive them.

  • Yes, many students and young adults in Etobicoke benefit from flexible online OCD therapy, especially for issues like intrusive thoughts, mental rituals, and cultural or academic transitions.

Take the First Step Toward OCD Relief

Whether you're dealing with mental compulsions, intrusive thoughts, or overwhelming doubt, help is available. Book a free consultation with Kristin Michie Psychotherapy to explore CBT, ACT, and ERP therapy options—available both in-person in Etobicoke and virtually across Ontario.