Residential Teen OCD Treatment Center
Could your teen’s anxiety be rooted in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
OCD impacts approximately t 1 in every 200 kids, with symptoms generally appearing between the ages of 8 and 12 or in the late teen years and young adulthood. Many teens with OCD also struggle with co-occurring disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD or autism.
At Paradigm OCD treatment center for adolescents, therapists work closely with teens to help them identify the nature of their obsessions, how those thoughts get triggered, and how the relationship to the behavior plays out. Learn more about OCD in teenagers below, and get in touch for information on Paradigm residential OCD rehab programs for teens and young adults.
WHAT IS OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD)?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness characterized by unrelenting upsetting thoughts (obsessions) that cause individuals to perform certain behaviors (compulsions.) Over time, OCD can become disruptive in multiple areas of a teen or young adult’s life and prevent them from being able to function healthily.
HOW DOES OCD IMPACT YOUNG PEOPLE?
The defining characteristic of OCD in teenagers is consistent irritating thoughts and a belief that these thoughts can only be alleviated and/or “reversed” by performing certain behaviors.
Despite the often unenjoyable nature of these ritualistic behaviors, teens and young adults experiencing these symptoms feel compelled to perform certain rituals as a way to cope with their obsessive thoughts. Responding to thoughts in this way creates a strong cause-and-effect cycle that can be difficult to break without targeted teen obsessive-compulsive disorder treatment.
COMMON SYMPTOMS OF OCD IN TEENAGERS
While everyone experiences repetitive thoughts and behaviors to some degree, OCD in teenagers and young adults is correlated with obsessive thoughts that cause considerable unrest and severely disrupt things like school, work, relationships, and family life.
Specific obsessions and compulsions differ from person to person, but some of the common symptoms of OCD we observe at our teen OCD treatment center include:
- Repetitive behaviors that are intrusive or inappropriate
- Intrusive thoughts and behaviors regarding cleanliness or order
- Thoughts and behaviors concerning hoarding or spending
- Thoughts surrounding morality or religion
- Thoughts pertaining to some form of harm
- Thoughts surrounding sex
- Unexplained repetitive behaviors such as hand-washing, counting, touching, or locking doors
One of the challenges for teens and young adults with OCD is that they struggle to change or control behaviors even when they’re aware of their negative effects. For some young people, this lack of control may lead to withdrawal from others in an attempt to hide behaviors and avoid the judgment that can come along with them.
PARADIGM OCD TREATMENT CENTER FOR ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS
We offer specialized OCD residential treatment in California and Texas, with a focus on teen and young-adult-focused mental health treatment and dual-diagnosis care.
Treatment plans at our teen OCD treatment center are designed according to each resident’s needs, symptoms, goals, and interests. In this sense, no Paradigm Treatment plan is like another, and all residents receive tailored OCD treatment to their unique strengths and weaknesses.
Paradigm residential OCD rehab provides a holistic approach to not just the OCD symptoms but the impact of these symptoms on other areas of a teen’s life. Our teen obsessive-compulsive disorder treatment considers each resident’s specific compulsions and behaviors, as well as the underlying stressors and/or experiences that may be aggravating their condition.
Our approach to treating OCD in teenagers and young adults combines both traditional and progressive strategies and is geared toward addressing the mental and behavioral aspects of the illness, as well as any co-occurring disorders that may be presenting at the same time.
PROFESSIONAL OCD RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT – CALIFORNIA AND TEXAS
Our therapists work with clients to help them identify the nature of their obsessions, how those thoughts are triggered, and how these thoughts influence certain behaviors.
Residential young adult and teen obsessive-compulsive disorder treatment at Paradigm is intended to help clients recognize problematic patterns and explore and process the emotions behind them. In doing so, we hope to help young people identify the source of tension for current OCD cycles and lessen the hold that the OCD cycle has on their lives.
Teen and young adult OCD treatment helps clients become more empowered to resist urges and function healthily in their lives. As part of this process, we help residents feel more in control of their mental well-being and incorporate new, healthy behaviors into their routines.
OUR APPROACH TO TREATING OCD IN TEENAGERS
At Paradigm, our specialized residential OCD rehab program for teens and young adults offers stays ranging from 30 to 90 days, tailored to clinical recommendations following a thorough initial assessment. Our teen OCD treatment center is dedicated to delivering strategic and highly individualized care for every client.
As a comprehensive mental health residential treatment center, Paradigm provides evidence-based therapies to address OCD and various other mental health conditions, ensuring holistic and effective care for your child’s unique needs.
Individual and group therapy are cornerstones of our OCD treatment program. Clients participate in several sessions, including four individual therapy sessions and group therapy sessions at least once a week. Combining group and individual therapy has proven to significantly benefit our clients, promoting personal growth and fostering courage and confidence through developing peer relationships.
Our goal is to empower clients and their families during their stay and long after their time at Paradigm.
We recognize the profound connection between our clients and their family members. Thus, we provide weekly individual family counseling sessions and group family counseling sessions intended to help mend family dynamics and help family members better understand each other.
We utilize cognitive behavioral therapy at our residential treatment program because it significantly helps in lessening the symptoms of OCD.
CBT is a proven primary treatment that can help address the underlying causes of young adult and teen OCD. This specialized therapy helps our clients recognize obsessive thoughts and can also help them develop more healthy responses to these triggers.
Teen DBT is a cognitive behavioral approach that focuses mainly on the connection between young people’s mental health disorder symptoms and how it impacts their social interactions.
We use DBT in conjunction with other therapeutic techniques, all of which are meant to work synergistically. The goal is to provide tools and skills that teens can use throughout the rest of their lives, even when obsessive thoughts become particularly loud.
Experiential therapy is an integral part of our OCD treatment and recovery process and helps clients stay mindful and focus on their needs and emotions in the moment.
Some activities we offer in our experiential therapy program include:
- Art Therapy
- Drama Therapy
- Equine Therapy
- Yoga Therapy
- Music Therapy
- Recreational Therapy
- Spiritual Health Program
- Written/Narrative Therapy
For many of our clients, experiential therapy introduces them to new hobbies that they can enjoy long after their time at our treatment center.
RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT FOR OCD AT PARADIGM
OCD is not curable, but it can be treated. Whether you are a parent looking for help for a teen ages 12-17 or a young adult ages 18-25, we’re committed to working with you and your child to overcome the symptoms associated with OCD and start a path to a less anxious, less restrictive future.
As a mental health facility accredited by the Joint Commission, we exceed rigorous performance standards. Please call us today to learn more about our residential OCD programs for teens and young adults and to inquire about admissions.
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Lucy Nguyen is the Executive Director at Paradigm Treatment, overseeing all clinical treatment programs across the organization’s southwestern region. Her extensive experience includes working with young adults in private practice, serving as a therapist for children and teens with emotional and behavioral needs, and acting as a behavior interventionist for teens with developmental disorders. Lucy integrates cognitive-behavioral approaches with mindfulness and compassion in her work, and she is also EMDR-trained. She holds a Master of Science in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Social Behavior from the University of California, Irvine.
