The “What If” OCD Thought That Took Over My Life NOCD 2026-09-25 | The “What If” OCD Thought That Took Over My Life
Living 32 Years Without Knowing I Had OCD NOCD 2025-10-02 | Chelsea Risko spent over three decades living with fear and doubt she couldn’t name. From childhood worries to intrusive thoughts on her wedding day, OCD shaped her life in ways she didn’t understand. It all came crashing down in 2021, when she was hit with terrifying self-harm thoughts that made her question everything — even though she loved her life and family. That moment left her desperate for answers, and for the first time, she discovered what OCD really was.Finding the right help changed everything. Through Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Chelsea began to face the fears that once controlled her and found the freedom she had been missing for so long. In this episode, she shares her journey from fear to recovery, the strength she discovered along the way, and why she now speaks out to break the stigma around OCD and give others hope.At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the gold-standard treatment for OCD. To book a free 15-minute call today, visit learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Ask the Experts Live Q&A: OCD and ADHD NOCD 2025-10-02 | Join us for a special Live Q&A in honor of ADHD Awareness Month where Dr. Patrick McGrath and NOCD Therapist guests will be exploring how OCD can affect individuals with ADHD.OCD and ADHD often overlap—and when they do, it can make managing time and mental focus feel even more overwhelming. This is your chance to ask questions, share your experiences, and learn from experts about how OCD can manifest differently for individuals with ADHD and how to access effective, inclusive OCD care.The guests on today's webinar are:Beth Keating, Licensed Therapist, MA, LMHCJacklyn Belenky, Licensed Therapist, MSW, LCSWKatelyn Wamhoff, Licensed Therapist, MSW, LICSWTandy Cyrus, Licensed Therapist, MED, LPCCLooking for effective OCD therapy? Do live face-to-face video sessions with a therapist who specializes in OCD. Between sessions, access 24/7 support from our free in-app therapeutic tools and peer community.Learn more at learn.nocd.com/ytwebinarsJoin our community:Instagram: @treatmyocdTik Tok: @treatmyocdFacebook: @treatmyocdTwitter: @treatmyocd
The OCD therapy answers you need: mythbusting + more NOCD 2025-10-01 | If you've ever wondered what actually happens in OCD therapy—or questioned if it can really help—Dr. Patrick McGrath, Chief Clinical Officer of NOCD, is here to give you the real story.Dr. McGrath has dedicated his career to treating OCD and training therapists, and in this video, he answers questions from the OCD community about how treatment works, what it involves, and what kinds of changes people actually experience.At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the gold-standard treatment for OCD. To book a free 15-minute call today, visit learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
The Hard Truth About Making (and Keeping) Friends As You Grow Up NOCD 2025-09-30 | As Kali got older, making (and keeping) friends got harder. Her OCD added another layer of difficulty — pushing her to pull back when intrusive thoughts showed up around the people she cared about. In this video, Kali talks about the ups and downs of friendships.Exposure and Response Prevention therapy made the difference for Kali. At NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the gold-standard treatment for OCD. To book a free 15-minute call today, visit learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
OCD Intrusive Thought Ranking NOCD 2025-09-29 | OCD fears don’t always look the same. For some, it’s the fear of germs. For others, it’s the fear of hurting someone they love, forgetting something important, or even being a “bad” person. The truth is, OCD can show up in countless ways—and no one’s experience is more or less valid than the next. We all have our own battles, and every struggle with OCD is real and worth taking seriously.If you’re struggling with OCD, you are not alone and you can learn to manage it. Book a free call through the link in our bio to get started.
How a room number can trigger an OCD spiral... NOCD 2025-09-29 | On a trip to Dublin, a hotel room number that once would have sent Dierdre into a full OCD spiral barely fazed her. Years ago, in the throes of her OCD, she might have changed hotels or lost sleep ruminating, but now Dierdre is able to face the discomfort, resist compulsions, and move on with her trip. This story shows how something as small as a number can feel overwhelming with OCD — and how recovery work can turn a trigger into just another thing.Exposure and Response Prevention therapy made the difference for Dierdre — turning something like a hotel room number from a trigger into just a number. At NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the gold-standard treatment for OCD. To book a free 15-minute call today, visit learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
The WRONG Way To Treat OCD NOCD 2025-09-28 | Not all therapy works for OCD — in fact, the wrong approach can actually make symptoms worse. Too often, people are told to rely on deep breathing, relaxation, distraction, or reassurance to manage intrusive thoughts. These techniques may bring short-term relief, but they don’t stop OCD from tightening its grip. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains why those common strategies fail and what real, evidence-based OCD treatment looks like.At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the most proven treatment for OCD. If you’ve tried therapy before and felt like it wasn’t working, you’re not alone — most approaches miss the mark. Our licensed therapists know how to treat OCD directly so you can stop feeding the cycle and start living the life you want. Book a free 15-minute call today at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
How I found strength through struggle: An athletes story with Tom Smalley NOCD 2025-09-27 | Tom Smalley knows what it’s like to have your passions put on pause. As a teen, OCD forced him to step away from the sports and routines he loved most. But with the right treatment and support, Tom found his way back—not just to physical health, but to competitive success.In this Mental Health Awareness Month event, Tom shares his story of recovery and resilience—from stepping away from fitness during the most challenging years of his OCD, to coming back stronger than ever and earning three gold medals at the USA Weightlifting American Open Finals.Tom also reflects on how OCD can impact athletes and fitness lovers alike—and how building mental strength can help fuel your physical goals.*Please note, Tom is not an OCD specialist and is speaking from his lived experience.Looking for effective OCD therapy? Do live face-to-face video sessions with a therapist who specializes in OCD. Between sessions, access 24/7 support from our free in-app therapeutic tools and peer community. Learn more at learn.nocd.com/ytwebinarsJoin our community:Instagram: @treatmyocdTikTok: @treatmyocdFacebook: @treatmyocdTwitter: @treatmyocd
OCD and redefining your story with McKenzie Young NOCD 2025-09-27 | McKenzie Young was diagnosed with OCD in fourth grade—but even with a name for what she was experiencing, there weren’t many kid-friendly resources available at the time. She and her family were left unsure of how to navigate it, and growing up in a religious environment added another layer of confusion. McKenzie experienced intense moral scrupulosity and spent much of her childhood convinced she was a “bad person.” It wasn’t until college, when she began therapy, that things finally started to make sense.Now an artist, illustrator, and OCD advocate, McKenzie uses her work to raise awareness about childhood OCD and OCD in general. Through her art and advocacy, she helps others feel less alone—and creates accessible resources not only for people living with OCD, but for parents and loved ones who want to understand and support them.In this Mental Health Awareness Month event, McKenzie reflects on growing up with OCD, finding the right support, and what it means to reclaim your story after years of confusion and shame.*Please note, McKenzie is not a mental health professional and is speaking from her lived experience.Looking for effective OCD therapy? Do live face-to-face video sessions with a therapist who specializes in OCD. Between sessions, access 24/7 support from our free in-app therapeutic tools and peer community. Learn more at learn.nocd.com/ytwebinarsJoin our community:Instagram: @treatmyocdTikTok: @treatmyocdFacebook: @treatmyocdTwitter: @treatmyocd
Neuroscientist Uma Chatterjee on the science behind OCD: Research, lived experience, and advocacy NOCD 2025-09-27 | Uma Chatterjee is an award-winning neuroscientist, science communicator, global advocate, and the President of OCD Wisconsin. She’s also someone who lives with OCD herself—and her personal journey is what sparked her passion for studying the disorder from the inside out.In this Mental Health Awareness Month event, Uma shares how her lifelong experience with severe OCD led her into scientific research, what she’s learned about the brain’s role in the condition, and why continued research is essential for treatment, understanding, and reducing stigma. This video includes discussions of sensitive mental health topics. If you're in crisis, please visit treatmyocd.com/emergency-resources for support.*Please note, Uma is sharing from her personal experience and scientific expertise. She is not a licensed therapist and cannot provide clinical advice.Looking for effective OCD therapy? Do live face-to-face video sessions with a therapist who specializes in OCD. Between sessions, access 24/7 support from our free in-app therapeutic tools and peer community. Learn more at learn.nocd.com/ytwebinarsJoin our community:Instagram: @treatmyocdTikTok: @treatmyocdFacebook: @treatmyocdTwitter: @treatmyocd
Rumination Reset Workshop NOCD 2025-09-26 | Ever find yourself endlessly replaying the same thought in your mind, searching for answers, certainty, or relief—but never actually getting anywhere? That’s rumination, a common mental compulsion in OCD.In this workshop, hosted by Tracie Ibrahim, NOCD Therapist and Chief Compliance Officer, you’ll learn how rumination can show up, what makes it different from problem-solving, how you can learn to recognize and interrupt it, and how ERP therapy can help you build lifelong skills for stopping these thought loops.
Ask an Expert Live OCD Q&A with Dr. Patrick McGrath and Dr. Jonathan Grayson NOCD 2025-09-25 | Looking for effective OCD therapy?Do live face-to-face video sessions with a therapist that specializes in OCD.Between sessions, access 24/7 support from our free in-app therapeutic tools and peer community. Learn more at learn.nocd.com/ytwebinarsJoin our community:Instagram: @treatmyocdTik Tok: @treatmyocdFacebook: @treatmyocdTwitter: @treatmyocd
POV: OCD Thought Spiral NOCD 2025-09-24 | Sometimes OCD turns the simplest tasks, like driving to the grocery store, into complicated situations. Even though we might feel ready to go, OCD can sometimes fixate on a single thought that derails our plans. Often, that single thought can spiral into many.These thought spirals can start in one place, like a poisoned water bottle, and then transform to wondering if your family drank that water, to wondering if you are a bad person for leaving the water in your car and presenting the opportunity.If OCD keeps you from completing simple tasks and continues to spiral off of one worry, know that it doesn’t always have to be that way. With ERP therapy you can learn tools that let you take the power back from OCD (and enjoy your drive).
When You Need More Support For OCD NOCD 2025-09-24 | Most people think OCD treatment is just meeting with a therapist once or twice a week. But what happens when that’s not enough?In this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, Dr. Patrick McGrath sits down with Lori Johnson — a clinician who has worked in every level of care, from inpatient hospitals to outpatient therapy. They explain what “higher levels of care” really mean, including intensive outpatient programs (IOP), partial hospitalization programs (PHP), and residential treatment. Lori shares her journey from working in addiction centers to leading OCD programs, and explains how these different options give people the support they need without always requiring a hospital stay.At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the most effective treatment against the disorder. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Reacting To Charles Hunnam’s OCD Experience NOCD 2025-09-23 | Actor Charlie Hunnam has spoken openly about his struggles with germs, kissing scenes, and the fears that shaped his life growing up — experiences often tied to his OCD. In this video, Mackenzie reacts to a talk show clip where Charlie shares stories about water bottles, childhood fears of parasites, and the impact of the HIV crisis. She explains why these moments are so relatable for people with OCD like herself and how his honesty helps break down the stigma around mental health.At NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
The Do’s and Donts of Sticky OCD Thoughts NOCD 2025-09-22 | When intrusive thoughts hit, it’s easy to panic and fall into the same traps — rumination, reassurance-seeking, or avoiding anything that feels scary. The problem is, those reactions only make OCD stronger. In this video, Kali breaks down the do’s and don’ts of handling sticky OCD thoughts. Using her own experience with harm OCD, she shows what unhelpful responses look like in the moment, and then walks through the healthier alternatives — accepting, agreeing with, and eventually challenging those thoughts through ERP. Kali has managed her OCD with ERP therapy, the most effective treatment. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
The good and bad of traveling with OCD... NOCD 2025-09-21 | Dierdre’s solo trip to Scotland began with setbacks — long travel days, anxiety spirals, and OCD flare-ups that left her questioning if she should turn back. But by pushing through the hard moments instead of letting OCD win, she turned the journey into something extraordinary, swimming with basking sharks, meeting playful seals, leaping from bungees, and walking away with some of the best memories of her life. This is her story of the highs and lows of traveling with OCD.Dierdre has managed her OCD with Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Live Q&A: Health Anxiety and OCD NOCD 2025-09-19 | Cold and flu season can feel stressful, but when you have OCD, that stress can become unbearable. Every cough, sniffle, or public health update can spiral into overwhelming fears of getting catastrophically sick, guilt about possibly spreading germs, or endless online research about the worst possible outcomes.In this live Q&A, NOCD Therapists Heather Brasseur, MS, LMHC, LPC, and Jamie Fall, MA, LPCC, LMHC share expert guidance on how to understand and manage these challenging symptoms, and answer questions from the NOCD Community.
Im An Author and I Have OCD NOCD 2025-09-18 | Emily Barth Isler grew up believing her anxious, obsessive thoughts were just part of being an artist. Like so many, she bought into the myth that suffering fuels creativity. For years, that belief kept her from seeking help — until she realized the opposite was true.Today, Emily is a successful author and writer who credits therapy and medication for giving her the clarity and freedom to put words to paper. In this conversation, she shares how OCD once controlled her life and how she learned to see its patterns differently. At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the most effective treatment against the disorder. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Weekly live Q&A with NOCDs Tracie Ibrahim NOCD 2025-09-18 | This week, Tracie Ibrahim, Chief Compliance Officer of NOCD, will be answering your questions in our weekly live Q/A!Looking for effective OCD therapy?Do live face-to-face video sessions with a therapist that specializes in OCD.Between sessions, access 24/7 support from our free in-app therapeutic tools and peer community. Learn more at learn.nocd.com/ytwebinarsJoin our community:Instagram: @treatmyocdTik Tok: @treatmyocdFacebook: @treatmyocdTwitter: @treatmyocd
Why Driving Can Be So Hard If You Have OCD NOCD 2025-09-17 | People without OCD can drive from point A to point B almost without thinking. But if you have OCD? That same drive can become a minefield of doubt and fear. A bump in the road or a quick glance away from the windshield can spiral into intrusive thoughts: What if I hit someone? What if I caused an accident and didn’t notice? In this video, therapist Tracie Ibrahim explains how OCD latches onto everyday experiences behind the wheel and turns them into endless loops of fear and reassurance-seeking. She shares why the anxiety feels so convincing, what keeps the cycle going, and how ERP therapy helps people break free so they can feel comfortable on the road again.Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy is the most effective treatment for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
The Difference Between My OCD and His Anxiety NOCD 2025-09-16 | Kali has lived with OCD for years, and her partner Mike deals with anxiety. On the surface, their spirals can look the same — racing thoughts, worry, and feeling stuck in their heads. But in this video, Kali explains why OCD rumination is different from her partner’s anxiety, and how the two of them learned to recognize those differences in real time. Here's a side-by-side look at their similar, yet very different experiences.Kali's OCD therapy involved Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy — the most effective treatment for OCD. If you want to explore options with ERP, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
NEVER tell someone with OCD this... NOCD 2025-09-15 | For years, Dierdre has heard the same piece of advice over and over: “Just trust your gut.” To most people, that sounds harmless — even helpful. But... when you live with OCD, trusting your gut isn’t as simple. OCD hijacks intuition, creating false alarms that feel urgent and real, but only feed the cycle of doubt.In this video, Dierdre shares why “trusting your gut” can be some of the worst advice you give someone with OCD. She explains what it actually feels like to live with that confusion, and how she learned to tell the difference between intuition and OCD. Dierdre has managed her OCD with Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the most effective treatment against the disorder. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
OCD Through the Generations: What’s Changed (and What Hasn’t) NOCD 2025-09-14 | Brenna Posey and Tracie Ibrahim grew up in very different eras, but both know the weight of OCD. In this conversation, they reflect on what it was like to struggle before OCD was widely understood, how stigma and silence shaped their experiences, and why so many people went undiagnosed for years. They also share what’s changed — and what still hasn’t. From the rise of social media to greater access to therapy, awareness of OCD is growing, but gaps remain in diagnosis, treatment, and representation. Their stories reveal the progress across generations, and the work still remaining.Both Brenna and Tracie have benefited from Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Ask an Expert Live OCD Q&A with Dr. Patrick McGrath and NOCD Therapist Guests NOCD 2025-09-12 | Special Live OCD Q&A to discuss this awareness month.Looking for effective OCD therapy?Do live face-to-face video sessions with a therapist that specializes in OCD.Between sessions, access 24/7 support from our free in-app therapeutic tools and peer community. Learn more at learn.nocd.com/ytwebinarsJoin our community:Instagram: @treatmyocdTik Tok: @treatmyocdFacebook: @treatmyocdTwitter: @treatmyocd
The Postpartum Struggle No One Talks About: OCD NOCD 2025-09-11 | Julia Hale is an OCD therapist, but nothing prepared her for the wave of intrusive thoughts and crushing doubt that hit after giving birth. Like many new parents, she had only ever heard postpartum depression talked about — never postpartum OCD. Even with all her training, she found herself blindsided by fears about her baby’s safety, compulsions to protect, and the shame of wondering how this could be happening to her of all people.In this episode of the Get to know OCD podcast, Julia shares the reality of postpartum OCD: what it looks like, why it’s so often mistaken for depression, and how stigma keeps parents suffering in silence. Her perspective as both a clinician and a mom pulls back the curtain on a hidden struggle that affects far more families than most people realize.At NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Reacting To Lele Pons OCD Story NOCD 2025-09-10 | When Lele Pons shared her struggles with OCD in her documentary, The Secret Life of Lele Pons, it was one of the first times many people had seen a celebrity talk about the disorder so openly. From compulsions that controlled her childhood to the way OCD impacted her career, her story showed the raw reality behind the stereotypes.In this video, NOCD team member, Mackenzie, react to Lele’s honesty — from how Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy works to why OCD feels so convincing to the way it affects not just the person but their whole family. Watching it now from a place of recovery, Mackenzie reflects back on Lele and her own recoevery journey.At NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Reacting to Luke Combs Pure O OCD Story NOCD 2025-09-09 | When country star Luke Combs sat down on Dax Shepard's podcast, Armchair Expert, he revealed a side of his life fans rarely see — his struggles with Pure O OCD. Instead of the stereotypes about cleaning or organizing, he described the real experience of living with constant intrusive thoughts, rumination, and the mental rituals that come with them. In this video, Kali reacts to Luke’s honesty, breaking down why his story matters, what he gets right about OCD, and how hearing someone so visible describe it accurately can help fight stigma and make people feel less alone.Kali's OCD therapy involved exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy — the most effective treatment for OCD. If you want to explore options with ERP, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
All the weird things my OCD made me buy... NOCD 2025-09-08 | Nicole’s OCD didn’t just live in her head — it showed up in her shopping cart. At the height of her health anxiety and cardiophobia, she filled her life with medical devices she thought would keep her safe. She carried a stethoscope and a portable EKG in her bag, puffed on canned oxygen when she feared she couldn’t breathe, and checked her blood pressure and oxygen levels constantly. In this video, Nicole looks back at all the things OCD convinced her she needed, and what finally helped her put them away.Sam's OCD recovery involved Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy — the most effective treatment for OCD. If you want to explore options with ERP, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
When famous people actually get OCD right... NOCD 2025-09-07 | Nicole Rafiee didn't realize she had OCD, partly because TV and movies told her it only looked like spotless kitchens, color-coded closets, or a punchline. Meanwhile, her experience was constant spirals, intrusive thoughts, and panic that never showed up in media. In this video, she calls out the rare times celebrities actually get it right. From Jennette McCurdy to Jenna Ortega, John Green, and Shannon Purser, these are the stories that cut through the stereotypes and reflect what OCD really feels like.Nicole's OCD therapy was Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy — the most effective treatment for OCD. If you want to explore options with ERP, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Is OCD Genetic? Heres What The Science Says NOCD 2025-09-04 | When families first hear their child has OCD, many wonder if they somehow caused it. Dr. Evelyn Stewart has spent her career studying those fears — and the science tells a different story. She explains how research with families and twins shows that genes play a significant role, especially when OCD begins in childhood. Dr. Stewart also shares how environment and stress can act like switches, turning genetic risk “on” or “off.” This interview is packed with the latest research about all the links between OCD and genetics so be sure to watch til the end!Here at NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Ask the Experts Live Q&A: National Hispanic Heritage Month NOCD 2025-09-04 | Join us for a special Live Q&A in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month where Dr. Patrick McGrath and NOCD Therapist guests will be exploring how OCD can affect the Hispanic community.The guest on today's webinar is Karin Lopez, Licensed Therapist, MS, LMHC, LPC.Looking for effective OCD therapy? Do live face-to-face video sessions with a therapist who specializes in OCD. Between sessions, access 24/7 support from our free in-app therapeutic tools and peer community.Learn more at learn.nocd.com/ytwebinarsJoin our community:Instagram: @treatmyocdTik Tok: @treatmyocdFacebook: @treatmyocdTwitter: @treatmyocd
Sam Temple Answers Your OCD Questions NOCD 2025-09-03 | Sam Temple asked her Instagram followers to send in their biggest questions about OCD — and got nearly 400 responses. In this video, she answers some of the most common ones, from how OCD affects daily life like cooking and eating, to what it’s like living with mental compulsions, to how changing OCD themes are treated. This is Sam’s honest thoughts about her OCD experience.Sam's OCD recovery involved Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy — the most effective treatment for OCD. If you want to explore options with ERP, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Managed OCD Does NOT Mean SYMPTOM-FREE NOCD 2025-09-02 | Kali opens up about what life with managed OCD really looks like. She shares how most days, she’s able to handle intrusive thoughts—and explains why managing OCD also means knowing how to navigate symptoms when they pop up from time to time. From early mornings that spark extra anxiety, to how her menstrual cycle affects her mood, to everyday situations that still trigger obsessions, Kali shows the ups and downs of living with OCD after effective treatment.Kali's OCD therapy involved exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy—the most effective treatment for OCD. If you want to explore options with ERP, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Why False Attraction OCD Feels So Real NOCD 2025-09-01 | False Attraction OCD can leave people feeling terrified and confused, especially when their body reacts in ways that seem to “prove” their fears. In this short video, NOCD chief compliance officer Traci Ibrahim explains why these reactions happen, what arousal non-concordance really means, and how OCD twists normal body responses into doubt and panic.At NOCD, we use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — the gold-standard therapy for OCD, including false attraction OCD. If you’re ready to re-take control of your life from the disorder, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Does OCD Look Different by Gender? NOCD 2025-08-31 | OCD does NOT affect men and women the same way. In fact, research tells us there's many differences in how the disorder affects each gender. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains what those differences are — from boys often developing OCD earlier than girls, to how hormonal changes, pregnancy, or life stressors can trigger symptoms in women. He also discusses how gender roles and identity may shape the way OCD shows up, and why understanding these differences matters for treatment.Here at NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
How To Parent A Child With OCD (Without Making It WORSE) NOCD 2025-08-28 | When your child has OCD, it’s natural to want to help — but some of the most common parenting instincts can accidentally make things worse. OCD and anxiety therapist Natasha Daniels knows this firsthand, both as a clinician and as a mom with children who have OCD. In this episode, she shares what OCD looks like in kids, how parents can get stuck in the cycle of accommodation, and what it really takes to support a child WITHOUT feeding their compulsions.At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — the gold-standard treatment for OCD. If you want to explore your treatment options for yourself or your child, book a free 15-minute session with us at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Ask an Expert Live OCD Q&A with Dr. Patrick McGrath NOCD 2025-08-28 | Looking for effective OCD therapy?Do live face-to-face video sessions with a therapist that specializes in OCD.Between sessions, access 24/7 support from our free in-app therapeutic tools and peer community. Learn more at learn.nocd.com/ytwebinarsJoin our community:Instagram: @treatmyocdTik Tok: @treatmyocdFacebook: @treatmyocdTwitter: @treatmyocd
What I’d Tell Myself On My WORST OCD Days NOCD 2025-08-27 | On her hardest days, Alix felt like OCD had completely taken over her life. The intrusive thoughts were relentless, the compulsions felt urgent, and the hopelessness was overwhelming. In this video, she shares the things she wishes she could have told herself back then — reminders that her feelings were valid, that she didn’t need to solve everything right away, and that thoughts aren’t facts.Alix's OCD therapy involved Exposure and Response Prevention — the gold standard treatment. If you want to explore options with ERP, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
So Stuck in My Head With OCD I Forgot to Live NOCD 2025-08-26 | For Kali, rumination was the hardest part of OCD. She found herself stuck in endless loops of overthinking, convinced that if she just thought a little longer she’d find certainty or answers. Instead, hours slipped away, and she realized she was so caught up in her head that she was forgetting to live her life. In this video, Kali shares what those spirals looked like, why rumination feels so convincing, and how ERP therapy has helped her start breaking free from the cycle.Here at NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
What A Day With OCD Looks Like For Sam Temple NOCD 2025-08-25 | From the moment she wakes up, OCD is there. For Sam Temple, OCD shows up throughout the day. It follows her onto the road, where intrusive thoughts strike while she drives, and even into the grocery store, where something as simple as a handwritten list can spark panic.In this video, Sam shares a full day in her life — the fears that come up, and the ways she uses ERP therapy skills to push back. It’s an honest look at how OCD impacts the ordinary parts of daily life, and how Sam keeps showing up anyway.At NOCD, we use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — the same therapy that helps people like Sam face OCD head on. If you’re ready to take back your life from OCD, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
Why OCD Can Make You Obsess Over Breathing and Blinking NOCD 2025-08-24 | Most people don’t think twice about breathing, blinking, or swallowing food — your body just does it automatically. But for some, OCD turns those simple functions into constant obsessions. This is called sensorimotor OCD, a subtype where your mind gets stuck on bodily sensations like swallowing, breathing, or even heartbeats. Instead of passing thoughts, these sensations become overwhelming, leading to worry, compulsions, and endless self-monitoring. In this episode, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains why OCD latches onto the body’s autopilot functions, how the cycle of anxiety and compulsions keeps it going, and what it takes to break free.At NOCD, we use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — the gold-standard therapy for OCD, including sensorimotor OCD. If you’re ready to break free from the cycle of obsessions and compulsions, book a free 15-minute call at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
The Brain Treatment That Interrupts OCD Signals NOCD 2025-08-21 | Deep brain stimulation is one of the most advanced treatments for severe OCD. It involves implanting tiny electrodes into specific brain circuits and delivering continuous, low-level electrical pulses that interrupt faulty signals driving obsessions and compulsions. This therapy isn’t a first-line option — it’s reserved for people who haven’t responded to other treatments — but for some, it can dramatically reduce symptoms. Sound like a sci-fi movie? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Davis explains how the groundbreaking therapy works, plus shares her own lived experience with OCD.At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — the gold-standard treatment for OCD. Unlike deep brain stimulation, ERP isn’t a last resort. It’s a proven first step that helps most people regain control of their lives. If you want to explore your treatment options, book a free 15-minute session with us at learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:instagram.com/treatmyocdtwitter.com/treatmyocdtiktok.com/@treatmyocd
