When it comes to managing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), particularly with taboo intrusive thoughts, the inner dialogue we maintain around them can either fuel OCD

First, I want to point out that there is no diagnosis in the DSM-5-TR of “Health Anxiety.” This is just an easier way to label a cluster of different symptoms.

Many of my clients who deal with OCD, anxiety, or perfectionism will describe decision-making as overwhelming. Even the most minor decisions can feel incredibly daunting, which leads to avoidance, procrastination, and a feeling of “stuckness.” I like to label this feeling of “stuckness” as decision paralysis. 

For many of my clients, the journey of living with OCD is not just about managing intrusive thoughts/images and compulsions—it’s also about battling the

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) gets its nickname, the “doubt” disorder because it can make you feel like there is a dark doubt cloud over you. The feeling of doubt can attach to anything, and that is why there are so many different themes of OCD.

Relationship Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (ROCD) is characterized by obsessions about your relationship as well as compulsions, both physical and mental, to seek relief from uncomfortable emotions

In my first blog post, Living WITH OCD, I discussed the importance of mindfulness in OCD treatment. However, I thought it was important to

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a condition that involves intrusive thoughts, images, or bodily sensations that cause an uncomfortable emotion (e.g., anxiety, guilt, shame, etc..), which leads one to engage in compulsive behavior (e.g., mental, behavioral) to alleviate that uncomfortable emotion.

We must remember that our perception of a situation is primarily based on our beliefs, emotions, past traumas, values, etc. This is why we only try to use facts when describing a situation we want to resolve.

If an individual has characteristics of perfectionism, this does not mean they think they are perfect. In actuality, it is quite the opposite.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a condition that involves intrusive thoughts, images, or bodily sensations that cause an uncomfortable emotion (e.g., anxiety, guilt, shame, etc..), which leads one to engage in compulsive behavior (e.g., mental, behavioral) to alleviate that uncomfortable emotion.