Living with OCD

You hear an awful lot about “intrusive thoughts” as one of the key components of obsessive-compulsive disorder (it’s the “obsessive” part). But did you

If someone asked you what your values are, how would you answer? Whether it’s compassion, honesty, loyalty, or kindness, our values are a fundamental

A quickening pulse, rapid breathing, spiraling thoughts—a panic attack can be intense, both mentally and physically. The sudden feelings of fear and

Shorter days, colder weather, and cloudy skies can all lead to a drop in a person’s mood or energy level and for people with OCD, they may also lead to an

“I shouldn’t have said that…now everyone’s probably judging me.” “They’re looking at me. Do I have something in my teeth?” “I’m going to say I feel sick

Have you ever felt like you were all alone in your struggles with OCD? Like the intrusive thoughts or compulsions you were experiencing were too shameful

If your memories are the story of your life, you can think of OCD as an uninvited co-author. While almost everyone questions their memories from time to

Intrusive thoughts can feel overwhelming and anxiety-provoking under any circumstances, but especially when they revolve around doing something you don’t

There’s no question that untreated OCD can have a profound impact on a person’s life. Symptoms of the condition can be exhausting to manage. The distress

Living with untreated OCD can be brutal. You wake up in the morning, begin obsessing immediately, and then go to sleep twelve hours later hoping your next

Consistent self-criticism. A desire for constant structure and organization. A deep fear of making mistakes or falling short of self-imposed or perceived

Sometimes, OCD’s nature to attack what we value the most paints a target on our romantic relationships—and when it does, it can feel especially

All too often, OCD makes people feel isolated and alone. When you’re facing these feelings, having a support system you can turn to makes all the

When you hear the term “intrusive thoughts,” what comes to mind? You might know that intrusive thoughts are one of the most well-known symptoms of

Shame is a powerful emotion. It’s difficult for anyone to experience, but OCD can take shame even further, making it feel all-encompassing. OCD-related

First things first: Yes, it’s true that intrusive thoughts are a part of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). And as a therapist and specialist in this

When dealing with any mental health disorder, it’s normal to want to know what will “fix” it. The idea of living forever with a condition that has a

OCD, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, is a mental health disorder defined by two kinds of symptoms: obsessions and compulsions. You may know about

If you’re having homicidal thoughts—thoughts about harming or killing another person—it’s understandable that you’d feel distressed, concerned, and

Do you find yourself constantly seeking reassurance from your partner that they love you? That they even want to be with you? That you're attracted to