In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Stephen Whiteside, a Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist and Director of the Pediatric Anxiety Disorders Program at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. We talk about.. Stephen P. H. Whiteside, Ph.D. is a Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist, Professor of Psychology in the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, and Director of the […]

For many grappling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), finding a therapist who truly understands and specializes in OCD-specific treatments like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) can be challenging. In such scenarios, the role of self-help becomes invaluable. As a therapist practicing ERP and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I recognize the power of self-help in the […]

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a condition that affects many, but what contributes to its onset? As a therapist practicing Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I often encounter questions about whether OCD is a result of genetic, environmental factors, or a combination of both. This blog aims to delve into […]

In this episode, I talk about if you can actually do too much exposure work in your OCD/anxiety recovery. I also discuss.. 🚧 Take the FREE quiz – “What’s Your OCD/Anxiety Recovery Roadblock?”: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com/recovery-roadblock⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👏 Get your free 40 minute video on “5 Must Know Strategies for Handling Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts”: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jennaoverbaughlpc.com/strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💪 Overcome […]

In this episode, I talk about perinatal OCD, when obsessions and compulsions take place during the perinatal period. I also discuss … 🚧 Take the FREE quiz – “What’s Your OCD/Anxiety Recovery Roadblock?”: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com/recovery-roadblock⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👏 Get your free 40 minute video on “5 Must Know Strategies for Handling Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts”: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jennaoverbaughlpc.com/strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💪 Overcome […]

For individuals living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety, winter can bring unique challenges. As a therapist practicing Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I’ve observed how seasonal changes, especially during winter, can influence OCD symptoms. This blog explores these impacts and offers specialized strategies for management. The Winter Effect […]