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hey everyone im lila i think i have hocd which is ocd about being a lesbian i've dealt with this for 6 years and i really need help im going to a therapist in a week and i want to ask about this but im afraid they wont understand and i dont want them to tell my family about it please help

Hello lms86,
Ocd can manifest itself in many different ways. Constant obsessing can be part of the wide curtain that falls under the ocd headline. Im not a doctor but i have and do suffer from obsessional ocd. Im also aware that some sufferers worry about if they're gay or not. Your not alone in this. I think its best to talk to a therapist. Years ago I really had to get the the courage to talk about my scary obsessions and once I did It made all the difference in the world. Trying to keep those thoughts and wonders and obsessions bottled up in your mind will never lead you to freedom. I dont know your situation but I believe if you ask your therapist to keep your sessions confidential, im sure he or she would respect your wishes. I know its hard to go in there wondering if they're gonna think your "crazy" but they wont! therapist have heard a lot. good luck to you.
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thanks a lot Sierra i appreciate your advice