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Living with ADHD and OCD isn’t just having two conditions side by side, it’s like trying to solve two completely different puzzles with the same scattered pieces. As a licensed therapist and someone who’s navigated the storm of OCD personally, I can tell you this: managing ADHD and OCD together is tough, but it’s not […]

July 22, 2025

When ADHD and OCD Collide: Managing Intrusive Thoughts With an Executive Function Twist

OCD and Anxiety Basics, Recovery Tips

When I first became a mom, I thought I needed to shield my son from anything that might seem heavy—especially topics like anxiety, sadness, or intrusive thoughts. But as someone who’s both a licensed therapist and someone who’s been through the thick of OCD and generalized anxiety myself, I’ve learned that silence doesn’t protect our […]

Breaking the Stigma: Talking About Mental Health With Kids

July 15, 2025

OCD and Anxiety Basics, Parenting, Recovery Tips