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When I first started working as an OCD therapist, I thought my job was to help people find relief from anxiety, uncertainty, and discomfort. Over time, I realized something deeper—true healing isn’t about eliminating discomfort; it’s about learning to tolerate it and move forward anyway. OCD and anxiety don’t just test your patience. They test […]

March 11, 2025

What Being an OCD Therapist Has Taught Me About Resilience and Mental Health

OCD and Anxiety Basics, Recovery Tips

Memory isn’t perfect. It’s not a camera that records everything exactly as it happened. We know this, but if you have false memory OCD, your brain demands certainty that doesn’t exist. You might get stuck replaying a moment over and over, questioning if you did or said something wrong. And no matter how hard you […]

False Memory OCD: How to Break Free from Doubt and Trust Yourself Again

March 4, 2025

OCD and Anxiety Basics, Recovery Tips