Intrusive Thoughts: A Step-by-Step ERP Guide

Written and clinically reviewed By Dr Elaine Ryan Chartered Psychologist specialising in OCD and anxiety disorders, with over 20 years’ clinical experience.

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Intrusive Thoughts: A Step-by-Step ERP Guide

Intrusive thoughts—those unwelcome guests in your mind that bring distress and anxiety—are a common human experience. If you’re struggling with them, you’re not alone, and you can learn to manage them. According to the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is one of the most effective methods for treating OCD and intrusive thoughts. If you’re new to the … Read more