In this clip, Dr. Melanie Santos explores how subtle safety behaviors—like reassurance seeking or avoidance—can interfere with progress in OCD treatment. She explains how identifying and reducing these behaviors is a key part of ERP.

Dr. Melanie Santos explains how ERP works to treat OCD. She outlines how gradual, supported exposure to feared thoughts—without engaging in rituals—can reduce anxiety over time and restore a sense of control.