OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) involves intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that can severely disrupt daily life. At Myneurva Brain Centers in Hackensack, New Jersey, Frederick Starr, MD, FAACAP, evaluates OCD using objective brain-based data rather than symptom checklists alone. Through QEEG brain mapping and structured neurofeedback protocols, the practice targets dysregulated brain networks that drive obsessive thinking and compulsive patterns. Patients receive individualized, physician-directed care designed to promote measurable improvement. Contact Myneurva Brain Centers by phone or request an appointment online to schedule an OCD consultation today.

What is OCD?

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that involves unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors. 

People with OCD experience intrusive thoughts, called obsessions, that create anxiety. To relieve that anxiety, they perform rituals or repeated actions, known as compulsions. These behaviors can take up a lot of time and interfere with every aspect of life.

OCD doesn’t look the same for everyone. Some people worry constantly about germs and wash their hands over and over. Others check locks repeatedly or feel the need to arrange items in a very specific way. 

Some struggle with intrusive thoughts about harm or making mistakes. These patterns can feel overwhelming, even when the person knows the fears don’t make logical sense.

What can help with OCD?

Myneurva Brain Centers doesn’t rely only on symptom checklists. OCD often involves dysregulation in specific brain networks related to anxiety, impulse control, and cognitive flexibility. Instead of guessing, Dr. Starr starts by looking at measurable brain data, gathering objective neurological information to understand how your brain functions.

The process begins with a comprehensive consultation followed by a quantitative electroencephalography (QEEG) brain mapping assessment. This advanced test measures electrical activity in your brain and compares it to age-based norms. From there, Dr. Starr reviews your results and designs a personalized protocol. 

He specializes in psychiatry and neurology, with expertise in EEG analysis and computational neuroscience. He integrates psychiatric evaluation with quantitative brain mapping to design structured neurofeedback protocols. His approach focuses on improving attention regulation, emotional balance, and overall brain function.

What is neurofeedback, and how can it help OCD?

Neurofeedback is a noninvasive therapy that trains your brain to function more efficiently. During sessions, sensors measure your brain activity in real time. The system provides feedback that encourages healthier brainwave patterns. Over time, this structured training can help reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.

Myneurva Brain Centers also uses advanced neural network analysis (ANNA), a patented machine-learning EEG assistant. ANNA supports data interpretation and helps refine protocol design. This technology strengthens Dr. Starr’s ability to deliver precise, individualized care.

Every step follows a deliberate, data-driven path that involves monitoring your progress closely and adjusting the treatment protocol as your brain changes.

If OCD disrupts your life, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Myneurva Brain Centers focuses on measurable brain health and structured neuroregulation to help you move toward lasting improvement. Call the office or book an appointment online today.