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ERP Therapy Calgary
Evidence-Based Treatment for OCD and Intrusive Thoughts
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the most effective psychological treatment for obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD). ERP therapy helps individuals gradually face situations that trigger obsessive thoughts while learning to resist the compulsive behaviours that temporarily reduce anxiety.
At Ten Psychology, we provide ERP therapy in Calgary designed to help teens and adults reduce intrusive thoughts, break compulsive patterns, and regain confidence in daily life. Treatment is structured and collaborative, helping individuals gradually build tolerance for uncertainty and anxiety while weakening the cycle that maintains OCD.
What Is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)?
ERP is a specialized form of cognitive behavioural therapy developed specifically to treat OCD. The approach focuses on two key steps.
Exposure: Gradually facing situations, thoughts, or images that trigger obsessive fears.
Response Prevention: Learning to resist the compulsive behaviours or mental rituals that usually follow.
Over time, the brain learns that the feared outcome does not occur, and the intensity of anxiety begins to decrease.
How ERP Therapy Works
ERP therapy is delivered gradually and collaboratively. Therapists work with clients to identify triggers, understand the OCD cycle, and develop a structured plan for exposures.
Treatment may involve:
Identifying intrusive thoughts and compulsions
Creating a hierarchy of anxiety triggers
Practicing gradual exposures in manageable steps
Learning strategies to tolerate uncertainty and discomfort
Reducing compulsive behaviours and reassurance seeking
As treatment progresses, individuals often notice that anxiety becomes more manageable and compulsions lose their power.
ERP IS EFFECTIVE FOR
Repeated Checking
Behaviours
Fear of Contamination
and Excessive Cleaning
Intrusive Thoughts That
Feel Disturbing or Unwanted
A Strong Need For Things
To Feel “Just Right”
Mental Rituals Such As
Counting or Repeating Phrases
Avoiding Situations That
Trigger Obsessive Fears
Start ERP Therapy in East Calgary Today, Where Ten Is Just the Beginning
OCD can feel overwhelming, but effective treatment can help individuals regain control over intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviours.
Our team works to match each client with a psychologist experienced in OCD treatment and exposure-based therapy.
Ten Psychology provides ERP therapy for adults living in East Calgary and nearby communities, including Bridgeland, Inglewood, Crescent Heights, Tuxedo Park, Riverbend, and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Appointments are available in person and through online therapy for clients across Alberta.
