Another way is through external pressures. Say, the SVU team starts to suspect that OC is hiding something. They start to investigate, and as they get closer to the truth, OC and his girlfriend have to be more careful. This could lead to some really intense moments where they almost get caught, and they have to think on their feet to keep their relationship a secret.
One idea could be that OC has been secretly dating a woman who works in the same precinct but in a different department. She could be a forensic scientist. They meet in the coffee room one day, accidentally spill coffee on each other, and that's how it starts. They keep their relationship under wraps because they don't want office gossip to interfere with their jobs.
One idea could be exploring an unshown backstory of an OC. For example, a character who has a hidden past related to a major crime in the SVU universe. Maybe they were a witness as a child but were too traumatized to come forward until now, and their presence in the SVU team stirs up old secrets.
The addition of an original character who is a psychiatrist adds a new dimension. It can bring in-depth psychological analysis to the stories. For example, the psychiatrist OC can help the SVU team understand the motives of criminals from a psychological perspective, which makes the plot more complex and engaging.
Well, you can begin by brainstorming some secrets for your OC. What could they be hiding that would make their story interesting? Maybe they have a connection to a criminal organization without the SVU team knowing. Then, you need to think about the setting. Are you going to set your fanfiction in the present day SVU world or in a different time period? After that, start writing short scenes that involve your OC. It doesn't have to be in order at first. Just get your ideas down on paper (or on the screen). As you write more, you can start to piece these scenes together to form a coherent fanfiction story.
To write a compelling fanfic, start with a great concept. Maybe the OC has a special ability in forensic psychiatry that no one else on the team has. Develop the OC's character by showing their flaws as well as their strengths. For the plot, create tension and mystery. Have the cases be challenging and require the OC's expertise to solve. Incorporate the emotional aspect of the victims and the suspects. This can make the story more engaging. Also, study the Law and Order SVU show to get the tone and style right, so your fanfic feels like it belongs in that universe.
Well, you can try looking on fanfiction.net. There are often a lot of fan - created stories in the 'Law and Order SVU' section, and you might find some that feature psychiatrist original characters. Another option is Archive of Our Own (AO3), which has a large and diverse collection of fanfiction, and you can search specifically for 'Law and Order SVU' and filter for stories with psychiatrist OCs.
One common theme is friendship. Often, the OC forms a strong bond with Olivia, whether it's through shared experiences in solving cases or personal hardships. Another theme is the exploration of Olivia's character in new situations that the OC brings. For example, the OC might introduce Olivia to a different social circle or a new way of thinking about a case.
One common theme is redemption. Often, Dickie's character might be on a path to redeem himself through his interactions with the OC. For example, he could be trying to make up for past mistakes in the SVU world.
One popular 'Law and Order SVU Olivia OC fanfic' is 'A New Beginning for Olivia'. It explores a new character's relationship with Olivia in an interesting way. The story delves into how the OC impacts Olivia's life on and off the job. It has great character development and some intense crime - solving scenes that are true to the spirit of the show.
There's also 'Dickie and the Mysterious OC' where the plot is centered around Dickie encountering an OC who has a mysterious past. The fanfic is full of suspense as they try to solve a case together while also dealing with their growing connection. It's really engaging as it combines the elements of the show with new and exciting character dynamics.