Living with OCD

When your child is struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), the questions can feel endless: Am I doing enough? Am I doing the right things?

Symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can fluctuate over time, but certain factors—such as compulsions, trauma, stress, and co-occurring mental

I remember the situation like it was yesterday. After finally realizing my mental turmoil had a name, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), I desperately

The start of a new year invites us to reflect, reset, and think about how we want our lives to change for the better. This year, many people are turning

As one year comes to an end and the new one begins, it’s natural to think about goals and fresh starts. The days following the winter holidays create a

When obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) takes hold, it can seem to steal the most precious parts of life. The relationships that mean so much to us can

As December comes to an end, many people turn their attention towards reflecting on the past year, considering goals for the year ahead, and making plans

With the end of the year often comes a reevaluation of life, the choices we make, the paths we pursue, and all things related to our health and

What did mental health mean to you growing up? Was it spoken about? Did you know anyone who was in therapy? These questions will undoubtedly have various

The holiday season is often painted as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration—and for many people, it is. Yet for many others, particularly those

Routinely appeasing other people is a tough habit to break, but it’s possible to learn to stop with the right tools and support.  Whether it’s saying

If rumination is a symptom of your OCD, you can learn how to break free from the repetitive cycle of obsessive thoughts using ERP therapy and

It’s probably fair to say that many of us can relate to the holidays being both a time of joy—and stress.  We pin so much on this multi-week period

Our thoughts shape how we experience the world, but sometimes they can trick us into seeing things in a way that feels distorted or overwhelming. This

Five years ago, it was extremely difficult for people managing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) to find specialized treatment—particularly exposure and

Do you feel constantly aware of where you’re looking? Are you worried you look at people too often, or at inappropriate times? Does staring make you feel

Procrastination can make you feel like you're caught in a never-ending cycle of stress, overwhelm, guilt, and frustration. You might find yourself feeling

Imagine you’re leaving for work when a thought strikes: “Did I turn off the stove?” This small worry spirals into fears of the stove catching fire,

For many people, there’s nothing more relaxing than curling up with a good book. But for those of us with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), the