Emily,

There is treatment for OCD. It is a form of CBT (cognitive behavior therapy) called ERP (exposure response prevention). ERP and OCD meds are the best treatment available for treating OCD.

The first thing you need to do is see a mental health professional and get a proper diagnosis so you can ensure you get the proper treatment for the proper disorder.

No matter what illness or disorder one has, I recommend reading everything you can on it. The more you know and understand your diagnosis and the treatment for it, the better you will do in therapy.

For OCD, I recommend visiting the OC Foundation website which is staffed by the top professionals in the field and full of an abundance of information and references. It is a good place to start.

Best Wishes