Conditions We Treat
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Intrusive, unwanted thoughts paired with repetitive behaviors or rituals.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is marked by intrusive, distressing thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental rituals (compulsions) performed to relieve that distress. It can be time-consuming and exhausting, and it's frequently misunderstood.
At Momentum, Dr. Egenburg offers careful assessment and individualized treatment, including medication management and coordination with evidence-based therapy, to help reduce the grip of symptoms and restore day-to-day freedom.
The short answer
Momentum Modern Psychiatry treats obsessive-compulsive disorder in adults with a careful evaluation by Dr. Egenburg, medication management when appropriate, and coordination with evidence-based therapy such as exposure and response prevention. Care is offered in person in Marlboro, NJ, and by telehealth in New Jersey and New York when clinically appropriate.
Common signs of OCD in adults
OCD is often misunderstood as being neat or particular. In reality, it involves distressing, unwanted thoughts and the repetitive behaviors or mental rituals used to relieve that distress. Many people with OCD keep their symptoms private for years out of embarrassment.
Common signs include:
- Intrusive, unwanted thoughts, images, or urges that cause anxiety
- Repetitive behaviors such as checking, washing, counting, or arranging
- Mental rituals like reviewing, praying, or repeating phrases
- Seeking reassurance repeatedly
- Avoiding situations that trigger obsessions
- Rituals that take significant time or interfere with daily life
How Dr. Egenburg evaluates OCD
During the 60-minute comprehensive evaluation, Dr. Egenburg reviews the nature of your thoughts and rituals, how much time they take, how they affect your life, and your psychiatric, medical, and family history. You can speak openly — intrusive thoughts are a symptom, not a reflection of who you are.
OCD can overlap with anxiety, depression, tic disorders, and related conditions, so a careful assessment helps shape the right plan.
Treatment options for OCD
Medication management for OCD commonly involves SSRIs, sometimes at different dosing or over a longer timeframe than for other conditions, as well as other options when needed. Dr. Egenburg will explain her reasoning and monitor your response closely.
Exposure and response prevention (ERP), a specialized form of cognitive behavioral therapy, is a core evidence-based treatment for OCD. Momentum doesn't provide therapy in-house, but Dr. Egenburg can coordinate with an ERP-trained therapist.
Improvement with OCD is often gradual. Regular follow-up allows the plan to be refined over time.
When to see a psychiatrist for OCD
Consider seeing a psychiatrist if obsessions or compulsions are taking up significant time, causing distress, or affecting your work and relationships — or if therapy alone hasn't brought enough relief.
In-person and telehealth care
Dr. Egenburg sees patients in person at the Marlboro, NJ office and by secure telehealth for adults located in New Jersey or New York, when clinically appropriate. Your first comprehensive evaluation is preferably done in person, so there's time to understand the full picture; many follow-up visits can then happen by video.
Frequently asked questions
Can a psychiatrist treat OCD?
Yes. A psychiatrist can diagnose OCD, prescribe and manage medication, and coordinate with a therapist who provides exposure and response prevention.
Is OCD treated with medication or therapy?
Often both. SSRIs and ERP therapy are both evidence-based approaches, and many people benefit from a combination. Dr. Egenburg will discuss what fits your situation.
Can I get OCD treatment by telehealth in New York?
Yes. Dr. Egenburg offers telehealth visits for adults located in New York or New Jersey when clinically appropriate.
I'm embarrassed about my intrusive thoughts. Do I have to share them?
You can share at your own pace. Intrusive thoughts are a common symptom of OCD, and Dr. Egenburg approaches them without judgment.
Start with a free consultation
A no-cost, no-obligation conversation to talk through obsessive-compulsive disorder and whether Momentum is the right fit. In person in Marlboro, NJ, or by telehealth in New Jersey and New York.
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From Momentum Modern Psychiatry, the practice of Deanna Egenburg, MD. Updated September 2026. For general information only — not medical advice.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a diagnosis.