Chicago-area advice needed:7-year-old son recent OCD diagnosis

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Hi! I'm . My son is a twin who was born prematurely. He's had developmental

delays since birth, and has in the past received OT (sensory) services in the

home.

Over the summer, he began to touch the ground repeatedly, and make short humming

noises. We had him evaluated by a psychologist who diagnosed OCD (as well as

ADHD). We're experimenting with medications right now to treat both the OCD and

ADHD symptoms. Currently, he is taking 2 mg Intuniv for ADHD (and that is

helping him to focus) but we weaned him off Sertraline because we did not think

it was very effective.

Although, now that he is off Sertraline, his OCD behaviors (counting, the

uncontrollable urge to stand up, biting himself, defiance and rage) are

escalating. I realize that medication effectiveness varies by individual, but

I'm wondering if there are any parents of elementary school age children who

have had success with a particular anti-depressant.

Also, we are actively looking for a psychologist in the western suburbs of

Chicago. Anyone local to the area who can share their experiences?

Thanks. I'm extremely stressed out about this because I feel like I don't know

how to handle his meltdowns/outbursts of rage when he doesn't get his way. Any

support would be very much appreciated.