Jendaya Clark

I wanted to become a therapist, first, to help people. Second, to challenge them to become a better version of themselves—not necessarily placing someone in a situation where they had to be terrified of that change, but they could acknowledge and embrace the discomfort and pursue the best self they could be.

I had a longtime interest in OCD. I was introduced to OCD through a couple of people I worked with in private practice and community mental health. They had managed their OCD through previous treatments. When I talked with them about other concerns, I realized there were other things that came up for them in that lifelong pursuit. That became something of interest to me—how could I better help them? That drew me to NOCD.

I have experience working with anxiety and depression, and I have a background in addiction work as well.

If there are some areas that feel really uncomfortable to you, know that we will be walking that path together. We certainly want to make sure you make progress in addressing that, but you will not have to go it alone.

I would encourage you to communicate with me. This is a safe space. You could utilize the NOCD website or app to write down those scary thoughts and communicate them in a different way. There are a number of other resources NOCD offers, such as peer support through member advocates. They may be able to help you return to therapy and be able to identify those thoughts.