Living with OCD
We're creating resources to help people learn about OCD in the many ways it impacts their own lives—not just what it looks like on paper. You can search our resources to determine when your intrusive thoughts may be related to OCD.
Sometimes, living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can feel like being trapped inside a prison. Your mind feels like it is in a constant state of
By Stacy Quick, LPC
Many people familiar with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are aware of intrusive thoughts, but the fact is that people living with OCD can also
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
“I think I’m experiencing intrusive thoughts, but they show up as images in my mind rather than words or phrases—are intrusive images even a thing?” Can
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Finding a therapist who understands OCD can be a battle all its own, especially if the high cost of care puts effective treatment out of reach. Mike, a
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
As a therapist specializing in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), parents often ask me “What should I tell other family members?” As a mother to two
By Stacy Quick, LPC
Have you ever had an unwanted thought seemingly appear out of nowhere? Maybe you were crossing a bridge and all of the sudden the thought of driving over
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Few things are more heart-wrenching for a parent than watching their child struggle and being unsure how to help. We often feel our children’s pain so
By Stacy Quick, LPC
All thoughts of suicide or self-harm should be taken seriously. If you or someone you know has reported thoughts of self-harm, please call 911 or contact
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
Because obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by intrusive thoughts—which by nature can be deeply frightening—there is a compelling intersection between horror films and OCD.
By Tabitha Vidaurri
In today’s world, screens are everywhere—phones, tablets, and computers have all become big parts of our kids' daily lives. And as research has come out
By Stacy Quick, LPC
Understanding obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can feel complicated, especially when there’s so much misinformation about the condition. You might find
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
Aly Raisman was team captain of the gold medal winning U.S. Women’s Gymnastics teams in 2012 and 2016, with three gold medals to her name. A leader on and
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
We're incredibly proud of the therapists in the NOCD network. While all of them are trained in delivering evidence-based treatment for
By Lisa de Guzman, LCSW
While it’s difficult to predict when or how OCD will worsen, stress, comorbidities and life circumstances can all play a significant role.
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
It’s normal to want a little reassurance in a relationship every once in a while. You want to feel secure and make sure your partner feels the same way.
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
“I often think about killing people. I don't enjoy these thoughts, and I’d never want to cause harm—much less death—to anyone. Despite that, homicidal
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Ellen DeGeneres, best known for hosting "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" for 19 years, is updating fans on her physical and mental health in “Ellen DeGeneres:
By Fjolla Arifi
As a therapist specializing in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), I've worked with many children and their parents over the years. Whether families came
By Stacy Quick, LPC
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) sound like they might be the same condition. But despite the
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
When you’re dealing with a misunderstood and stigmatized condition like obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), having relevant, factual information can be
By Hannah Overbeek