OCD Treatment
Work Closely With Your Psychiatrist
Careful Monitoring & Safety Checks
60–90 Minute Initial Evaluation
Appointments Within 1 Week
What is an OCD Treatment Plan?
OCD responds best to structured, evidence-based care. Dr. Knightly reviews your symptoms, prior treatments, and safety, then builds a step-by-step plan - ERP therapy, medication when appropriate, and close follow-up.
01
The Right Assessment
Symptom history, severity, and treatment readiness reviewed upfront.
02
The Right Safety
Severe obsessions, avoidance, and crisis risks are addressed before ERP begins.
03
The Right Therapy
Exposure & response prevention, therapist-guided, graded, and evidence-based.
04
The Right Medication
SSRIs at evidence-based doses, with augmentation strategies and close monitoring.
05
The Right Follow-Up
Progress tracking and rapid adjustments to protect gains.
OCD Options
Your plan may include one or more of the following:
- Exposure & Response Prevention - the gold standard for OCD - therapist-guided, graded, and evidence-based.
- Medication - SSRIs at evidence-based doses with augmentation strategies when needed.
- TMS & Intensive Options - TMS for treatment resistant OCD, plus intensive program referrals when needed.
- Therapist coordination & telemedicine - we coordinate with your therapist and offer telehealth for ERP support and follow-up.
Us vs Them
Why Patients Choose Evolve
Evolve
OCD-specific evaluation and treatment plan
ERP therapy - the gold standard for OCD
TMS available for treatment-resistant OCD
Evidence-based medication with OCD-specific dosing
Therapist coordination and telehealth support
Other Clinics
Generic assessment not tailored to OCD
General therapy with no structured ERP
No options when ERP and medication don't work
Standard prescribing with no OCD focus
No therapist coordination or between-visit support
Cost & Insurance
We accept most major insurers and help with the pre-authorization process. Typical scenarios:
- Insured - in-network: Evaluations, ERP therapy, and med visits typically covered. We verify benefits and estimate copays.
- Insured - out-of-network: Superbill provided. We'll walk you through out-of-pocket expectations.
- Therapy & telehealth: ERP and telehealth follow-ups are commonly covered. We coordinate with your therapist.
- Self-pay & clinic services: Transparent pricing for all visits and clinic treatments upfront.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
What Patients Want to Know
What am I going to get?
A 60–90 minute OCD evaluation, a written treatment plan covering ERP therapy, medication, and TMS if appropriate, and scheduled follow-ups with clear next steps.
How much will it cost?
We accept most major insurers and verify benefits before your first visit. We'll give you exact costs upfront, no surprises.
How little of my time will it take?
First visit is 60–90 minutes. Follow-ups are shorter and available via telemedicine to fit your schedule.
How little hassle will it be?
We handle insurance verification, prior authorizations, and therapist coordination. You focus on treatment.
How little risk is involved?
ERP is carefully graded, nothing is rushed. Any medication is started at evidence-based doses and monitored closely. Safety checks at every visit.
What if I have other questions?
Bring them to your evaluation. We set time aside and provide written next steps so nothing gets missed.
Who is this clinic?
Evolve Brain Health is a psychiatry practice in Stamford, CT led by Dr. Thomas Knightly, MD, offering OCD treatment including ERP therapy, medication management, and TMS.
Can I trust this clinic?
Dr. Knightly's credentials and patient reviews are publicly available. We have 40+ five-star Google reviews and a LegitScript-certified website.
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