Everyone has random, strange, or even unsettling thoughts from time to time. But for people with anxiety disorders or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), these “intrusive thoughts” can become sticky and overwhelming, leading to cycles of fear and compulsive behaviors. At our practice serving the greater Los…
When Reaching Out Feels Risky One of the most basic human needs is the desire to be seen, heard, and understood. Real connection often happens when we let our guard down – when we’re honest about our internal battles. But for people living with Obsessive-Compulsive…
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, is a mental health condition that is characterized by its intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors. If you experience symptoms of OCD, you may feel that these obsessions and compulsions take control over you and your life. You may even feel…
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that involves unwanted or intrusive thoughts followed by repetitive actions or behaviors, which are also known as compulsions. The basis of all forms of OCD are similar, but the obsessions and compulsions may differ from person…
Phrases like “You must have OCD” are often thrown around as some type of joke when someone calls another person out for being a bit “type A” or overly detailed or organized. OCD—or any other mental health condition—is not a joking matter. In reality, mental…
A miracle, a blessing, a bundle of joy. These are just a few of the various words and phrases used to describe having a baby. It’s a big life change for you and your family. While a lot of the words and phrases used to…
We watch movies as a form of entertainment. After a long day at work, putting on a movie from the comfort of your own home or attending a new movie out in theaters is a great way to take your mind off of your 9-5…
Celebrities—they’re just like us! They pump gas, grocery shop, care for their children and families, and hang out with friends at local restaurants. While they also can attend awards shows, dress in the glitz and glam, and hire personal trainers and chefs to cook them…
Books are arranged in alphabetical order on shelves. Pencils are positioned on desks that are equally distanced apart from one another. Clothing in a closet is categorized by the ROY G BIV color system. These are all signs of a common type of obsessive-compulsive disorder…
Neurodivergence is a concept that has become more widely talked about over the past few years. In the past, thinking differently from what was considered the normal way of thinking wasn’t accepted. In today’s world, there’s a clear understanding that people can think and feel…
A number of people may be familiar with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). OCD is a mental disorder that involves unwanted thoughts that individuals will cope with through the use of compulsions. But did you know that there are actually various forms or categories of OCD? The…
Imagine that worries, fears, and obsessions are the only things that you can focus your efforts on. No matter what the topic of conversation may be, you can’t fully participate because your brain is focused on other issues. If a family member or friend is…