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A trauma history is no reason to put off treatment for OCD. In my dissertation research, ERP therapy led to meaningful improvement for people with and without a history of trauma. Here's what the science says, and how care can be tailored when both are part of your story.

Why is our practice called Commonhealth? The name is a deliberate nod to our home in Pennsylvania and the word "commonwealth"—a community organized for the common good. We believe health works the same way: it's shared, collective, and built through relationships and community.

We didn't set out to replicate the traditional mental health system. We built something better—integrated, action-oriented care that doesn't keep you in therapy forever. Our goal is to give you the skills to graduate and live your life with your own resources and the people who matter.

Because health isn't something you achieve alone. It's something we build together.

A PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) is a doctoral degree focused on clinical practice—training psychologists to diagnose, assess, and treat mental health conditions in real-world settings. If you've seen this credential after a therapist's name and wondered what it means for your care, here's what you need to know.