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What are the symptoms of OCD? OCD in Illinois: a guide from Hometown NP telepsychiatry
Learn the common symptoms of OCD, how it’s understood nationwide, and how Hometown NP offers secure telehealth psychiatry in Illinois for evaluation and care.
By Hometown NP Editorial Team, Telehealth Psychiatric Care · July 4, 2026 · 9 min read
What are the symptoms of OCD? In Illinois, OCD symptoms fall into two broad categories: obsessions (intrusive, distressing thoughts, urges, or images) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors or mental acts aimed at reducing distress). Most people with OCD recognize that their thoughts are excessive or unlikely, but they feel driven to perform the rituals to reduce anxiety. Hometown NP’s board-certified PMHNPs are licensed in Illinois and provide care via secure video visits from home, statewide including Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, and Rockford. This telehealth model makes evidence-based assessment and treatment accessible without an in-person visit.
Medical disclaimer
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