11/07/2025
OCD treatment timelines vary significantly by treatment type, but having realistic expectations matters enormously for staying committed. Many people abandon treatment prematurely because they expect faster results or don't understand that early response doesn't mean full response.
In this blog, we explain why SSRI medications typically require 10-12 weeks at maximum doses, what to expect week by week during ERP therapy, and how to recognize progress when improvement happens gradually.
How long does OCD treatment take? Learn realistic timelines for SSRIs, ERP, TMS, and ketamine in Southwest Florida.