How Medication & ERP Help Manage OCD: A Chat with Dr. Aaron Reichlin
In today's episode, I had a fascinating chat with Dr. Aaron Reichlin, a seasoned psychiatrist based in Chicago, who prescribes medications for OCD. Dr. Reichlin shared invaluable insights into the appropriate medications for OCD and severe anxiety, including the roles of SSRIs and benzodiazepines.
We discussed the critical importance of exposure response prevention (ERP) therapy combined with medication management. He also introduced his innovative AI-driven mental health tech company, PsychNow, which aids in efficient patient screening and care. Plus, we covered common patient concerns about medication and the necessity of empathy and connection in treatment. Stay tuned until the end to learn how you can connect with Dr. Reichlin and discover more about cutting-edge OCD treatments!
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:52 Dr. Reichlin's Background and Current Work
02:29 Innovative Mental Health Tech: Psych Now
04:47 Challenges in Mental Health Screening and Intake
05:58 Medication Management for OCD
08:50 Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy
11:55 Combining Medication and Therapy for OCD
17:28 Addressing Patient Concerns and Side Effects
30:15 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information