Can Viruses Cause OCD?

Viruses can be responsible for causing sudden onset OCD, PANS, PANDAS, and other mental health symptoms. For many years, I have seen children who experience sudden, severe symptoms

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The Role of Resilience in the Treatment of OCD, Anxiety, and Depression: A Client Example

When my client Mary first came to see me, her resilience and stress tolerance were low. She sought treatment for OCD, perfectionism, and the resulting procrastination. As an

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The Journey with Therapists New to CBT for Anxiety and OCD Begins

This past week I had the privilege of spending two days presenting the live version of our 12-hour CBT for Anxiety and OCD course to 46 therapists in

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How to Navigate New Information That May Challenge Your Best Practices

Have you had the experience of listening to a podcast this year and learning something new that challenges your best practice approach with your clients? What did you

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Treatment Resistance and Family Accommodation: Is There a Link?

Exposure and Response prevention for anxiety and OCD can be difficult in the best of circumstances, but when a client refuses to participate or family members continue accommodation,

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New CBT Online Class with Small Group Case Consultation

We are excited to announce that enrollment is open for our much-anticipated online class: CBT for Anxiety and OCD with Small Group Case Consultation.  Beginning September 3rd, this class includes

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Have You Felt Challenged With an Anxious Client?

How often have you felt challenged with an anxious client? Many of the therapists we train struggle to help their clients practice skills that are uncomfortable. Some wonder

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Restorative Yoga is a Gift in Many Ways

I recently attended a restorative yoga class. I had many reasons not to go due to the day/time of the class and the cost of the class. But

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Dealing With Client Fears: Am I The Worst Case You Have Ever Seen?

Do you have clients who fear they are the worst case you have ever seen? How do you answer their question? What are they really wanting to know?

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