OCD, Anxiety & Sleep Resources
Tips, reading materials and professional essays from our team
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Understanding OCD Through the Lens of Perfectionism and Memory Beliefs
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition marked by unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). These actions are…
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Breaking the Cycle: A Cognitive Approach to Overcoming OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts…
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Breaking Free from OCD: A Cognitive Approach to Understanding and Managing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
What is OCD? Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors…
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Exploring the Concept of Doubt in OCD: A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Perspective
Key Points Introduction Doubt is a core symptom and cognitive theme in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), presenting unique challenges and impacting…
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Overcoming Medical Challenges with CBT: Strategies for Post-Surgery Recovery and Mental Resilience
Coping with medical challenges, especially during recovery from surgery, can be a tumultuous journey marked by various cognitive and emotional…
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Coping with Anxiety: Understanding the Cognitive Landscape
Anxiety, a ubiquitous part of the human experience, can range from the mild, fluttery feelings of nervousness before a big…
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How Coping with Chronic Pain is Affected by Negative Thinking: A Cognitive Therapy Perspective
Chronic pain is a debilitating condition that can significantly impact an individual’s quality of life. While the physical aspects of…
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Exploring the Debate: Is “Pure O” OCD a Distinct Diagnosis?
Imagine we’re sitting down over a cup of coffee, and I start talking about a topic close to my heart—Obsessive-Compulsive…
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Breaking Free from Thinking Loops
In the intricate tapestry of our minds, thinking loops, often referred to as “stories,” play a significant role in shaping…
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Understanding Anxiety and Clark’s Panic Model
What is Anxiety? Anxiety is a natural human emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like…
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Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Wells’ Metacognitive Model
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)? Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is characterized by persistent and excessive worry about various aspects…
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Understanding PTSD and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
What is PTSD? Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or…
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Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
What is OCD? Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors…
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Overcome Sleep Anxiety: CBT Techniques to Quiet Your Worrying Mind and Enhance Rest
Introduction: The Midnight Musings of a Worried Mind Ever found yourself wide awake at 3 a.m., your mind buzzing with…
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Navigating Trauma Through Cognitive Insights
Trauma encompasses the emotional response to distressing events, such as accidents, natural disasters, or personal assaults, leaving lasting effects on…
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Understanding Chronic Pain: A Cognitive Perspective
Chronic pain is a complex and pervasive issue that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Unlike acute pain, which serves as…
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OCD vs. Pure O OCD – What is the difference?
Introduction: Delineating the Cognitive Landscapes of OCD and Pure O OCD Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition…
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Beyond the Mirror: Cultivating Positive Body Image with Mindful Thinking
Introduction In today’s world, where appearances often take the center stage in social media and daily interactions, the concept of…
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Unseen Scars: Understanding PTSD and Maladaptive Thinking
Sitting here, reflecting on my journey over the past year, I find myself engulfed in a whirlwind of thoughts and…
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How is Sleep Affected by Negative Thinking?
Sleep, an essential function for our well-being, is often disrupted by the insidious influence of negative thinking. From a cognitive…
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OCD Diagnosis: Understanding and Managing the Cognitive Cycle
Introduction: Navigating the Maze of OCD Thoughts For many grappling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), the journey isn’t just about managing…
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The Power of Not Testing Your OCD: Understanding the Cognitive Trap
Part 1: Why People Feel the Need to Test Their OCD As a clinical psychologist, I’ve seen many individuals grappling…
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The Big Guide to OCD Cognitive Biases
Cognitive biases are like lenses through which we view the world, and they can distort our thinking. In the context…
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Overcoming Scrupulosity OCD: A Cognitive Approach to Fear of Sin
Today, we want to discuss a challenging yet treatable form of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) known as scrupulosity. Scrupulosity is characterized…
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OCD Quiz: Now You Need to Answer Just 4 Questions!
Every week, people ask me – “Do I have OCD? How can I test it?”. The short answer is that…
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Enhancing Sleep with Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches: Challenging Cognitive Themes for Better Sleep
“Sleep disturbances are often maintained from maladaptive thought patterns. By challenging maladaptive thought patterns such as catastrophic thinking or fear…
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OCD Explained: A Deep Dive into Research, Cognitive Behaviors, and the Impact on the Mind
“I’ve been living with OCD for years, and it’s been a challenging journey. Understanding why I have it while others…
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Why is my confidence so fragile? A guide to cognitive themes related to self-esteem
I often find myself grappling with confidence issues. Mornings usually start with a heavy dose of self-criticism, as I look…
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Navigating the Labyrinth of OCD: Reddit Versus Reality
As a clinical psychologist, I have witnessed the burgeoning dialogue about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) on various social media platforms, including…
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Rumination OCD – 8 tips
Ever since I can remember, my mind has been a relentless machine, churning out an endless stream of ‘what-ifs’ and…
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Designing a Calmer Mind: My Life with OCD and the Power of ocd.app
Hello to all, I’m Jan. I come from Singapore, and I work as an architect. English is not my first…
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Discovering Beck’s Cognitive Behavioral Theory: A Revelation in Mental Health
I still remember the day I stumbled upon Dr. Aaron T. Beck’s groundbreaking work on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). As…
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Pure O OCD Test: Understanding and Self-Assessing Intrusive Thoughts
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and the urge to perform repetitive behaviors…
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Resentment in Relationships and ROCD: Understanding the Cognitive Connection
In any romantic relationship, emotions run deep. Love, passion, and shared experiences form a strong bond, but along the journey,…
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Building Cognitive Resilience in Individuals with OCD: Addressing Maladaptive Beliefs
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a debilitating condition that is characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental…
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Breathing and Relaxation in Times of Hardship: A Cognitive Behavioral Perspective
Breathing and Relaxation in Times of Hardship: A Cognitive Behavioral Perspective In a world punctuated by challenges, uncertainties, and unforeseen…
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Preparing for Financially Tough Times: A Cognitive Guide for Individuals with OCD
Financial challenges can be daunting for anyone, but for individuals with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), the cognitive distortions that often accompany…
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OCD: Reassurance-seeking vs. seeking support
Bonjour, I’m Marie, a 30-year-old designer from Paris. For years, my life was overshadowed by a constant need for reassurance,…
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Oversharing and OCD (tips inside)
Note: It’s important to note that not everyone with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) will “overshare,” and the reasons for sharing personal…
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Session 6: Confidence in memory
Our ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office Session 6 at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The familiar calm…
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OCD: Here are 5 tips you should NOT follow
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental…
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Session 5: Sue’s OCD journal
Our ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office Session 5 at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The room is…
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Test Yourself: Do I Have “Pure O” OCD?
Take the Pure O OCD Quiz This quiz helps identify potential OCD symptoms, focusing on intrusive thoughts, fears, compulsions, and…
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Session 4: Fear of Self and how to deal with it
Our ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office Session 4 at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The room remains…
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9 Tips: ROCD and General Anxiety Disorder
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a worrier. But it wasn’t until my late twenties that I…
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Session 3: Fear of Uncertainty and how to beat it
Our ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office Session 3 at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The ambiance remains…
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Session 2: Sue has OCD, now what’s the plan?
Our ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office Session 2 at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The room remains…
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Unleash Your Inner Strength: Strategies to Overcome OCD Negative Self-Talk
Discover powerful strategies to overcome negative self-talk associated with OCD. Unleash your inner strength and effectively manage your thoughts for…
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Unlock Your Potential: Using Mindfulness to Target OCD Negative Thinking
Discover the power of mindfulness in targeting negative thinking patterns associated with OCD. Learn effective techniques to unlock your potential…
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Empower Yourself: Tools and Techniques for Overcoming Negative Self-Talk
Discover powerful tools and techniques to overcome negative self-talk and empower yourself. Boost your self-confidence and achieve personal growth.
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Session 1: OCD and CBT Therapy
Our new ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The room is softly lit and designed to feel…
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The OCD Paradox (and how to solve it)
I’m Eva, a wedding photographer who’s had the privilege of capturing countless beautiful moments. That joy was tainted when I…
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How can I learn more about OCD?
My name is Alex, and I was diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder four months ago. I’ve always had a vivid imagination,…
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My OCD Diary: 7 Days in Italy
Today, I visited the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Now, there’s a monument that understands me. Day 5 with OCD in…
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How OCD affects your daily life – and 5 tips to improve it
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition that can significantly impact a person’s daily life. Here are some…
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The most common non-OCD mental disorders that people with OCD have
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition that is frequently accompanied by other disorders. These co-occurring disorders include…
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OCD Tips: The Only List You Will Ever Need (Until There’s a Better One)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by recurring, unwanted thoughts, ideas, or sensations (obsessions) that drive…
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OCD Tips: 7 tips for cognitive biases
Understanding and Managing Cognitive Distortions: Empowering Individuals with OCD Through Cognitive-Behavioral Techniques What are cognitive biases? Cognitive biases are systematic…
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Discovering a Lifeline: My Journey with OCD and OCD.app
Guest post by @natpollick Hello, my name is Nat, and I’m sharing my story to help raise awareness about obsessive-compulsive…
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OCD and Travel: 3 tips
“My partner and I had been planning our trip to Europe for months. We were both excited about the adventure,…
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How we think, Part 1: Generalization and OCD
Cognitive biases, including the problematic generalization often seen in OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), can occur in various situations. They can…
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10 famous people who are coping with OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder that affects people of all ages and walks of life, and occurs…
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What are the most common questions for people with OCD?
People diagnosed with or suspecting they might have OCD often find themselves with a multitude of questions. The nature of…
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Why some people might only discover they have OCD later in life: 6 reasons
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. However, not everyone with OCD is…
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ROCD or Wrong relationship: How do I know?
I wanted to chat a bit about something I often see in my practice, something called Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or…
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Is OCD neurodivergent?
My name is Eva, and I have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or OCD for short. My brain works a bit differently than…
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What is the best OCD self treatment?
The cost of OCD therapy can vary widely depending on factors such as location, type of treatment, duration, and insurance…
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OCD recovery – why is it so hard?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be challenging to recover from for various reasons. My name is Sarah, and I’m a 33-year-old…
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OCD: 9 lesser known tips, rated
OCD, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, is a condition that fills people’s lives with persistent thoughts (obsessions) and a strong urge to…
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What do the new advancements in AI mean for people with OCD?
New advancements in AI have the potential to positively impact people with OCD in several ways, including: What about risks?…
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Thought challenging: 5 steps to overcoming OCD
I found myself plagued by intrusive thoughts that seemed to consume my every waking moment. No matter how hard I…
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4 signs that you may be unintentionally enabling your partner’s OCD
I had always relied on my spouse’s support to manage my OCD, but lately, I had started to feel like…
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OCD Digital therapeutics: Why is OCD difficult to treat?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that is notoriously difficult to treat, and medication is often only partially…
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Anxiety Management: Quick Relief or Long Term Change?
From the perspective of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), seeking quick relief from anxiety may provide temporary relief, but it is…
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Social Anxiety and OCD
Social anxiety disorder (SAD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are both anxiety disorders that can co-occur in some individuals. Although the…
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Tech Burnout and OCD: Katie’s story
Once upon a time, there was a woman named Katie who was an engineer at one of the biggest tech…
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OCD on Screen: How is OCD Depicted on Film?
There are several films and TV shows that portray characters with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Some of these include: It’s important…
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OCD, fear of harm and reframing negative thoughts
People with OCD can get stuck on a variety of intrusive thoughts, images, or urges, also known as obsessions, that…
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Here are 5 tips for people with OCD who want to stop procrastinating
Hey there! Let’s chat about something pretty common, yet often misunderstood – procrastination, particularly in the context of OCD. Now,…
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OCD: the neurobiology
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by persistent, uncontrollable thoughts, fears, or doubts (obsessions) that drive…
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On CBT, AI and OCD
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a popular approach to mental health treatment that focuses on how thoughts and beliefs can…
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