OCD THERAPY · EXPOSURE AND RESPONSE PREVENTION
OCD Therapy and ERP in Muncie, Indiana
Intrusive thoughts that won't let go. Rituals that steal hours from your day. At Psychological Services Group (PSG) in Muncie, OCD therapy uses exposure and response prevention (ERP), the evidence-based, first-line approach for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Your therapist helps you face fears step by step, without the compulsions, so OCD loses its grip. Sessions are available in person in Muncie or by telehealth. You are more than your thoughts.
✔️ Evidence-Based ERP
✔️ In Person or Telehealth
✔️ Teens 16+ and Adults
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EMDRIA Certified Care
Led by an Approved Consultant
Telehealth available
Our Muncie clinic or home
Insurance Accepted
TRICARE, Anthem, Aetna & more
Muncie, Indiana
3812 W Kilgore Ave
UNDERSTANDING ERP
What Is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy?
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for obsessive-compulsive disorder. In ERP, you gradually face the thoughts, images, or situations that trigger your obsessions (exposure) while choosing not to perform the compulsions that usually follow (response prevention).
Compulsions bring short-term relief, but they teach the brain that the fear was dangerous and keep the OCD cycle going: trigger, obsession, anxiety, compulsion, relief. ERP breaks that cycle. Over time, you learn you can tolerate uncertainty and distress, and the obsessions lose their power. At PSG in Muncie, ERP is tailored to your symptoms and pace.
Getting Started Takes Three Steps
1
Reach Out
Call 317-674-3320, email psgindiana@gmail.com, or complete the contact form.
2
Connect
Our team explains the process, answers your questions, and discusses availability.
3
Begin Your Journey
Meet with a clinician, in person or virtually, and start working toward your goals.
OCD CARE AT PSG
OCD Therapy for Teens and Adults in Muncie
Psychological Services Group provides OCD therapy in Muncie, Indiana, for teens 16 and older and adults whose intrusive thoughts, checking, reassurance seeking, or mental rituals are getting in the way of daily life. Care is confidential, compassionate, and built around ERP.
Whether OCD has been part of your life for years or the symptoms are new, PSG therapists meet you where you are. OCD treatment at PSG can include:
OCD TYPES WE TREAT
Common Types of OCD Treated With ERP
OCD can attach to almost any fear, which is why it looks so different from person to person. The themes change, but the cycle of obsession and compulsion stays the same. ERP at PSG in Muncie can address many OCD subtypes, including:
Harm OCD
Unwanted thoughts of harming yourself or others, followed by avoidance or checking. Harm OCD thoughts are distressing precisely because they go against your values.
Relationship OCD (ROCD)
Constant doubt about whether you love your partner or whether the relationship is right, often with comparing, checking feelings, and seeking reassurance.
Pure O
Obsessions with mostly hidden, mental compulsions such as reviewing, analyzing, or mentally replacing thoughts. ERP for pure O targets these invisible rituals.
Moral OCD and Scrupulosity
Fear of being immoral, sinful, or a bad person, with confessing, praying, or reviewing past actions to feel certain you did nothing wrong.
Contamination OCD
Fear of germs, illness, or contamination, often with excessive washing, cleaning, or avoiding places and objects that feel unsafe or dirty.
Checking OCD
Repeatedly checking locks, stoves, messages, or your own memory to prevent harm or mistakes, even when part of you knows everything is fine.
Somatic and Sensorimotor OCD
Hyperawareness of breathing, blinking, swallowing, or body sensations. ERP for somatic and sensorimotor OCD helps attention return to the background naturally.
Perinatal and Postpartum OCD
Intrusive thoughts during pregnancy or after birth, often about harm coming to the baby. These thoughts are common in OCD and very treatable.
PROFESSIONAL CARE FOR YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS
Our Mental Health Therapy Services
We offer a range of evidence-based services designed to support your individual needs and goals.
1.2%
of U.S. Adults Had OCD in the Past Year
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
WHY ERP MATTERS
Why ERP Is Different From General Talk Therapy
OCD is common, and many people spend years in therapy that never targets compulsions. Talking through fears can accidentally turn into reassurance, which keeps OCD going. ERP is designed specifically for OCD. If you also live with trauma, PSG's PTSD and trauma treatment can be part of your care. The table below shows how ERP compares with other kinds of support.
Support Type | What It Is | How ERP Is Different |
|---|---|---|
Avoidance | Staying away from triggers to feel safe. | ERP gradually brings you closer to triggers so fear loses its power. |
Exposure and Response Prevention | Facing fears step by step without doing compulsions. | First-line, evidence-based therapy designed specifically for OCD. |
General Talk Therapy | Open-ended conversation about thoughts and feelings. | ERP targets compulsions directly with a structured exposure plan. |
Medication Alone | SSRIs prescribed by a doctor or psychiatrist. | ERP builds lasting skills and can be combined with medication. |
Reassurance From Others | Friends or family tell you everything is fine. | Relief fades fast. ERP teaches you to tolerate doubt without reassurance. |
Self-Help and Apps | Books, worksheets, and apps used on your own. | ERP adds a trained therapist who adjusts exposures and keeps you on track. |
THE ERP PROCESS
How ERP Works, Step by Step
ERP follows a clear structure, so you always know what comes next. Your therapist explains the OCD cycle, builds a plan with you, and coaches you through each exposure in and between sessions. Progress is measured by how your distress and urges change over time. Some clients also explore EMDR therapy in Muncie when OCD is tied to past trauma.
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FOR LOVED ONES
Support for Partners and Families
OCD often pulls loved ones into rituals through reassurance, checking, or accommodating avoidance. Partners and family members can learn how to respond supportively without feeding the cycle. When OCD strains a relationship, couples therapy at PSG may help. For families of first responders, PSG also offers group therapy in Muncie.
OUR CLINICIANS
Meet Our First Responder Therapy Team
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LEAD PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Robyn (Nikki) Eubank
Psychologist · Certified EMDRIA Therapist · EMDRIA Approved Consultant
Psychologist with over 17 years of experience in counseling and testing; certified EMDRIA therapist, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, and international consultant and coach.
Known for a style that challenges, pushes, and tells you like it is, from a place of genuine understanding and unconditional positive regard. The goal is meaningful, sustainable change, reached in a timely and efficient way.
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Dr. Jayda Day
Psychologist
Ball State University graduate providing therapy for teens, young adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, & identity concerns, plus diagnostic testing.
Katie Buchanan
LMSW
Experienced with addiction, trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, and ADHD; uses CBT, solution-focused therapy, and interpersonal process.
Molly Strauss
M.Ed., Ed.S., NCSP
Works with teens (16+), young adults, adults, and couples using an integrative approach, including CBT and solution-focused methods.
ERP Experience
A therapist who uses exposure and response prevention, the first-line, evidence-based approach for OCD.
Clear Structure
A treatment plan with an exposure hierarchy and measurable goals, not open-ended talk alone.
No Reassurance Loop
A therapist who gently helps you resist reassurance seeking instead of providing it every session.
Flexible Access
In-person sessions in Muncie or telehealth, so ERP fits your schedule and daily routine.
Trauma Awareness
Experience with trauma and anxiety when OCD overlaps with other concerns in your life.
OCD vs Anxiety: What Is the Difference?
OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER
OCD
OCD involves unwanted, intrusive obsessions and compulsions done to reduce the distress they cause. The fears often feel out of character, and rituals can take hours each day. ERP is the first-line therapy for OCD.
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GENERALIZED ANXIETY
Anxiety
Generalized anxiety centers on everyday worries about work, health, or family, usually without specific rituals. Treatment often uses CBT and coping skills. Not sure which fits you? Contact PSG in Muncie to talk it through.
CLEAR COSTS. PRIVATE CARE.
Cost, Insurance, and Confidentiality
Use your insurance or pay privately. Either way, every session is confidential.
OPTION 2
Private Pay
$125–$200
/ session
Fee-for-service and private-pay sessions cost $125 to $200, depending on the clinician, session length, and type of therapy.
Some clients choose private pay for added privacy or to avoid insurance limits on the number of sessions
There are no hidden fees
Superbills are available for out-of-network reimbursement
You can receive a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act
ALWAYS
Confidential Care
Every session takes place in a confidential, non-judgmental space. Like all mental health care, confidentiality has a few legal limits, such as immediate safety concerns; your clinician can walk you through them before you begin.
Protected under federal privacy law (HIPAA)
In person in Muncie or by telehealth
MUNCIE & SURROUNDING AREAS
Start OCD Therapy in Muncie
Whether you struggle with harm OCD, relationship OCD, pure O, or checking, ERP therapy can help you face intrusive thoughts without rituals. Tell us what you are experiencing, and our team will help you find the right fit for OCD treatment at PSG.
📞 Call 317-674-3320
📍 3812 W Kilgore Ave, Muncie, IN 47304
🕘 Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm; Saturday by appointment
PSG accepts United Healthcare, Anthem, Aetna, TRICARE, and IU Health. Meet our clinicians on the PSG team page or contact PSG to schedule.
Psychological Services Group
Address
3812 W Kilgore Ave, Muncie, IN 47304
In-Person Sessions
At our Muncie clinic, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, with Saturday by appointment.
Telehealth
Online therapy lets you attend sessions from home when shifts make travel hard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about
Mental Health Therapy at Psychological Services Group.
Do you offer ERP by telehealth?
PSG offers both in-person sessions in Muncie and telehealth. Contact us at 317-674-3320 to confirm ERP availability by telehealth for your location. (confirm)
How do I do ERP therapy?
ERP works best with a trained therapist who builds a plan with you and adjusts the pace. Exposures are practiced in session and as homework between sessions, with rituals resisted each time.
What are some ERP therapy examples?
Someone with contamination OCD might touch a doorknob without washing. Someone with harm OCD might hold a kitchen knife or read an imaginal script about a feared thought, without checking or seeking reassurance.
Is ERP a type of CBT?
Yes. ERP is a specific form of cognitive behavioral therapy designed for OCD. It focuses on changing behavior, especially compulsions and avoidance, rather than only talking about thoughts.
What is exposure and response prevention therapy?
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) is a type of CBT for OCD. You gradually face situations or thoughts that trigger obsessions while resisting compulsions, which teaches your brain the fear is tolerable and weakens the OCD cycle.
What if I am in crisis?
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline any time, day or night.
Can ERP cure OCD?
ERP does not promise a cure, but many people see meaningful reductions in symptoms and gain skills they use long after therapy ends. Results vary from person to person.
Does insurance cover OCD therapy at PSG?
PSG accepts United Healthcare, Anthem, Aetna, TRICARE, and IU Health. PSG is not credentialed with Medicaid or Medicare. Private pay ranges from $125 to $200 per session.
Can ERP make OCD worse?
Exposures feel uncomfortable at first, and anxiety can rise briefly. That is part of the process. Your therapist sets a manageable pace so distress stays challenging but tolerable.
How does ERP therapy work?
Your therapist helps you build an exposure hierarchy, a list of triggers ranked by distress. You practice exposures from easier to harder while resisting rituals, and distress and urges usually decrease with repeated practice.
Can EMDR help OCD?
ERP is the first-line therapy for OCD. EMDR may be used alongside it when OCD is connected to past trauma. Your PSG therapist can talk through whether EMDR fits your situation.