In this episode, I’m joined by Grace, an OCD advocate who came on to discuss OCD, trauma, and her transformational journey through recovery. We discuss.. – the overlap of trauma and OCD – the importance of finding a therapist who specializes in OCD treatment – how she went from grieving her life before OCD to […]

The Many Roadblocks of OCD and Anxiety In this blog post, we’ll shine a light on the roadblocks that often emerge on the path to recovery. We all know that OCD and anxiety comes with a variety of challenges. We’ll delve into common hurdles such as mental compulsions, lacking foundational understanding, and staying within your […]

Having Kids: No Easy Decision Welcome to a candid discussion on a topic close to the hearts of many considering parenthood while wrestling with OCD. In this blog post, we’ll uncover the subtle yet significant ways in which Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder can cast its shadow on the decision to have children. Navigating parenthood with OCD requires […]

In this episode, I’m joined by Matt Scoppa, a 47 year old who was diagnosed with OCD 14 years ago. We discuss.. – his time spent in a mental health facility because of OCD – his fear of causing harm to others and how his compulsions made his world smaller and smaller – finding a […]

In this episode, I’m joined by Maraiyah Perez, an 18 year old who has OCD. We discuss.. – her first intrusive thought and her subsequent ego-dystonic intrusive harm thoughts – false memories, finally telling someone about her thoughts, and how alone she felt – how ERP changed her life and how she is doing now […]

Introduction: Unveiling the Path to Long-Term OCD Recovery Living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be an overwhelming and distressing experience, leaving individuals yearning for a life free from the grips of anxiety and intrusive thoughts. In this blog, we delve into the world of exposure and response prevention (ERP), a powerful therapeutic approach that stands […]