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Is It OCD or Anxiety? How to Tell the Difference
Are you wondering if your symptoms are caused by OCD or anxiety? While both mental health conditions can involve overwhelming worry and stress, they have important differences. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is marked by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors, while anxiety disorders typically involve persistent worry about everyday situations. Understanding the key differences between OCD and anxiety can help you identify your symptoms and seek the right treatment. Read on to learn how to tell if it’s OCD or anxiety and what steps you can take to get support.
It’s Okay to Be Anxious: You’re Not Failing
Struggling with anxiety? Discover why it’s okay to feel anxious and how accepting your emotions can help. Break the stigma and find support here.
Online vs. In-Person Therapy in NJ: What’s Better for OCD?
Wondering if online or in-person therapy is best for OCD in New Jersey? Discover the pros and cons of each option and learn how Clear Light Therapy and Dana Colthart in Bergen County offer expert ERP treatment both virtually and face-to-face. Find the right OCD therapy format for your needs today.
How to Know if Your Therapist is Trained in ERP
Wondering if your therapist is trained in ERP for OCD? Find out how to verify ERP expertise, what questions to ask, and why specialized training matters. Clear Light Therapy in Bergen County, NJ, offers expert ERP therapy with Dana Colthart—get the facts before you choose.
What to Look for in an Anxiety Therapist in NJ: Your Guide to Finding the Right Support in Englewood and Bergen County.
Searching for an anxiety therapist in NJ? Learn what to look for in a Bergen County anxiety specialist, including evidence-based approaches, credentials, and flexible scheduling. Dana Colthart at Clear Light Therapy provides personalized anxiety therapy to help you thrive.
How to Find the Right OCD Therapist in New Jersey
Struggling with OCD in New Jersey? Discover expert tips for finding the best OCD therapist in Bergen County, including what to look for in ERP and CBT specialists. Clear Light Therapy and Dana Colthart offer compassionate, evidence-based OCD treatment—learn how to choose the right provider for your needs.
How OCD & Eating Disorder Therapist Dana Colthart is Shaping the Mental Health Conversation Online
Discover how Dana Colthart, a licensed OCD and eating disorder therapist in New Jersey, is shaping mental health conversations across top media outlets. From self-care to ADHD and couples therapy, explore expert advice quoted in over a dozen articles.
ADHD and OCD: How They’re Related
Discover how ADHD and OCD are related, treatment options for ADHD, and how Clear Light Therapy’s Angela Matus supports teens and adults in New Jersey.
Is It Stress or an Anxiety Disorder? How to Tell the Difference!
Not sure if it’s stress or an anxiety disorder? Learn the key differences and how therapy in Bergen County, NJ can help you find relief.
Understanding the Difference Between Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Learn the key differences between Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Discover why they’re often misdiagnosed and find specialized therapy in New Jersey for anxiety and OCD.
How ERP Works for Phobias Like Fear of Flying: Scientific Insights and the Role of ACT
Struggling with fear of flying? Learn how Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) work to treat phobias. Explore scientific evidence, step-by-step treatment strategies, and expert tips to conquer aviophobia and reclaim your freedom.
Using Humor as a Tool in OCD and Anxiety Treatment!
Discover how humor supports OCD & anxiety treatment. Clear Light Therapy offers ERP & ACT in Bergen County and virtual therapy across New Jersey.
OCD Treatment in Bergen County: How ERP & ACT Help
Looking for OCD therapy in Bergen County, NJ? Learn how Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) help treat OCD. Evidence-based, effective treatment near you.
Why Weight Restoration is a Crucial Step in Eating Disorder Recovery
Discover why weight restoration is a vital part of eating disorder recovery. Learn how the Minnesota Starvation Experiment shows the link between nutrition, mental health, and full healing.
Why OCD Comes with an Overactive Alert System
Discover why OCD often comes with an overactive alert system. Learn how genetics, environment, and trauma contribute—and how ERP and ACT therapy in Bergen County & across NJ can help calm it.