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[quote=Anonymous]I have lifelong OCD and depression, am 40 years old so I have been around the block.

Your DD needs you to help her navigate this, so it's good youre willing to help. You can be most effective in supporting her by vetting doctors and therapists. If you are concerned about the treatment she's getting with her therapist, then you bring those concerns and educate your child. Keep in mind, and this is very important, there may be something your child is not telling you.

At this point the choice of therapist ship has sailed so to speak, because she is already seeing one and isn't asking to switch. You may not get anywhere with that. So now, you must be proactive in finding a psychiatrist who works with teens, one who is reputable, one who is conservative. Some psychiatrists will prescribe anyone anything. I wish it weren't so, but it is. 
As far as medications go, they are transformative for me. I will take them my whole life, and I do not think there is any reason any of us should be concerned about taking a pill our whole lives, especially if the alternative is not being functional in society. It's a pill. It keeps me alive. However, there are ones I'd avoid with my teen. For instance, habit-forming medications are for only when other things have failed. This is where you can help your child, finding a doctor who will spend time with her, listen to her, and work with her to avoid side effects. It takes awhile to find the right fit. Hope this helps. Your DD is very fortunate she is starting early and not flailing around for years. [/quote]

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