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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T133000
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North":MAILTO:mlittle@ocdnorth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T110000
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SUMMARY:Family and Loved One’s Online OCD Support Group! Free!
DESCRIPTION:Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, a clinician with OCD\, and his mom\, Liz Trondsen\, are excited to remind you about our Saturday\, July 18th\, virtual\, free\, 2-hour Family and Loved Ones OCD Support Group. To join\, simply email info@ocdsocal.org and ask for the Zoom link. \nThe support group is held every second Saturday of the month. However\, due to Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, speaking at the IOCDF’s annual conference in Seattle that day\, we are moving July’s support group to the 3RD Saturday of the month for this month only. Our next group is Saturday\, July 18th\, from 11am to 1pm PT! \nPlease read the information for July 18th’s Family & Loved Ones’ OCD Support Group: \nDispelling Myths: What Effective CBT / ERP for OCD SHOULD Look Like & the 8 Most Common Reasons It May Fail! – Chris Trondsen\, LMFT and Kimberley Quinlan\, LMFT \nThis talk will focus on two topics. The first is an overview of what everyone should expect and receive when engaging in frontline OCD treatments. We will lay out a clear trajectory of what top-notch OCD treatment should look like from start to finish and how to ensure that you are receiving adequate care. The information in this presentation is relevant whether you are new to a diagnosis and starting to seek out care\, or you have been in consistent OCD treatment for some time! \nThe second topic is identifying eight potential roadblocks you may be encountering\, even if you are in the right treatment. These roadblocks include inadequate clinician pacing\, meaning rushing a client into exposures prematurely and aggressively. Another is sessions turning into talk therapy with no active exposure during the treatment session. We will discuss these and six additional roadblocks we often see that lead to recurring errors in treatment and offer solutions. \nThe aim of this talk is to have audience members leave with a crystal-clear understanding of what proper OCD treatment looks like\, solutions for common pitfalls\, and increased knowledge on how one gets better from OCD treatment. This will address the age-old complaint that “OCD treatment did not work for me.” \nTo learn more about the special guest presenters for our July support group\, see their bios on our website: https://ocdsocal.org! \nWe look forward to seeing you Saturday\, July 18th from 11am to 1pm PT! To join\, simply email info@ocdsocal.org and ask for the Zoom link\, as well as share it with people with OCD—or anyone else interested.
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/family-and-loved-ones-online-ocd-support-group-free-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T133000
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T133000
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North":MAILTO:mlittle@ocdnorth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T150000
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-06-22/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T133000
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iocdf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North":MAILTO:mlittle@ocdnorth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T130000
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SUMMARY:Family and Loved One’s Online OCD Support Group! Free!
DESCRIPTION:Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, a clinician with OCD\, and his mom\, Liz Trondsen\, are excited to remind you about our June virtual\, free\, 2-hour Family and Loved Ones OCD Support Group. To join\, simply email info@ocdsocal.org and ask for the Zoom link. \nThe support group is held every second Saturday of the month. Our next group is this Saturday\, June 13th\, from 11am to 1pm PT! \nPlease read the information for June 13th Family & Loved Ones’ OCD Support Group: \nAre you finding it difficult to maintain a loving relationship with the person in your life with OCD while at the same time creating boundaries so as not to give in to the disorder? As a supporter of a loved one with OCD\, one of the most difficult challenges is balancing having a close relationship with them while at the same time reducing accommodations\, reassurance giving\, and enabling of OCD. This topic is the main focus of our 2-hour support group for family members and loved ones this upcoming Saturday\, June 13th\, from 11am to 1pm PDT. \nWhether you are a parent of a young child\, a teenager\, a young adult\, or a full-grown adult\, this talk is for you. \nAre you a spouse or in a relationship with someone who has OCD\, or a sibling or loved one? This talk also has you covered! You\, too\, are trying to maintain a tight-knit relationship with someone you care for deeply but are also finding that you receive pushback when you refuse to drop your boundaries to give in to your loved one’s anxious demands. \nWe are joined by two special guest speakers\, expert clinicians Jennifer O’Connor\, Ph.D.\, and Elena Fasan\, MSW\, LCSW\, who will focus the discussion on the delicate balance of supporting your loved one without enabling or interfering with their treatment. \nHere is more information on the presentation\, including the title and description: \nSupportive Parenting in OCD: How to Stand Up to OCD While Holding onto Your Relationship with Your Loved One \nParents are the most powerful resource for their child with OCD during their recovery process\, but it can be very difficult to stand up to OCD’s demands while still holding onto a strong relationship with your loved one. The presenters will explore common reasons why parents and other caregivers struggle to reduce accommodations and support at-home exposures\, even when the importance of these steps is well understood. \nA clear formula for supportive parenting will be offered\, along with an opportunity to practice supportive communication through role playing. Attendees will leave with a greater understanding of how to reduce OCD’s presence in their children’s lives\, no matter their age or if they do or don’t live at home and boost their confidence in their ability to cope with distress—all while maintaining a strong emotional connection with them. Additionally\, there will be a discussion on how to be a supportive spouse\, sibling\, or family member to someone with OCD\, and the unique challenges that come with these roles. \nTo learn more about the special guest presenters for our June support group\, see their bios on our website: https://ocdsocal.org! \nWe look forward to seeing you this Saturday! To join\, simply email info@ocdsocal.org and ask for the Zoom link.\, as well as people with OCD—or anyone else interested.
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/family-and-loved-ones-online-ocd-support-group-free-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T150000
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CREATED:20260318T170536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T170536Z
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iocdf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North":MAILTO:mlittle@ocdnorth.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T150000
DTSTAMP:20260318T170536Z
CREATED:20260318T170536Z
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North":MAILTO:mlittle@ocdnorth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T150000
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SUMMARY:OCD SoCal’s In-Person Speaker Series is Today\, Saturday\, May 30th from 10am – 3pm!
DESCRIPTION:Join us today for OCD SoCal’s Saturday\, May 30th\, 10am – 3pm\, in-person Speaker Series! You are still able to register the day of the event! Register here: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com\, and just show up! \nOCD Southern California is happy to announce that registration is still open for the 2026 OCD SoCal Speakers Series! \nWe are also pleased to announce that we will be offering 3 Continuing Education credit for professionals (LMFTs\, LPCCs\, LCSWs\, and psychologists)! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nWhat is new this year is that OCD SoCal is holding one Speakers Series event in one central location at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa\, CA (Orange County)! We invite everyone in Southern California to join us under one roof! \nThis low-cost\, in-person event will feature presentations by local\, Southern California OCD treatment providers. They will facilitate panels and presentations on OCD and related disorders. This will also be an excellent opportunity to meet and connect with others in similar situations as you and your family in the local OCD community. \nThese events are for individuals with OCD\, their family members and loved ones\, mental health providers\, students and the general public. Talks for the general public will be presented throughout the day. \nTicket Prices: \nMay 15 – May 30: $18.00 (check https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com for the current price. Also\, please email us at info@ocdsocal.org if cost is a factor. We never want people unable to join our events due to cost). \nWe are pleased that we are able to provide 3 CE credits for clinicians (LMFT\, LPCC\, LCSW and psychologists). Please register using the Professional Ticket at a cost of $45.00. \nBeverages and a catered lunch will be provided. Parking is free. \nMore information will be provided soon on the agenda\, the program and the speakers on the Speaker Series page on our website: https://ocdsocal.org/speakerseries \nFor further information on the Speakers Series\, please contact us through email at info@ocdsocal.org. \nOnce again\, we will be hosting one Speaker Series event this year in a central location and invite all of the Southern California OCD community to join us and connect in one location! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nTo learn more about the 18 presenters speaking at our Sat.\, May 30th OCD Southern California Speaker Series\, please click here: https://ocdsocal.org/programs/speakerseries/
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/ocd-socals-in-person-speaker-series-is-today-saturday-may-30th-from-10am-3pm/
LOCATION:Orange Coast College\, 2701 Fairview Rd.\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T150000
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180527Z
CREATED:20260416T180527Z
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SUMMARY:The Proposal System for the 2026 Online OCD Conference\, A Global Event\, Hosted by OCD SoCal\, Closes Today!
DESCRIPTION:The Online OCD Conference\, A Global Event—hosted by OCD SoCal\, is coming BACK this year! Thank you for making last year’s event so successful and demanding its return! The conference proposal system has been open and accepting proposals for our Saturday and Sunday\, November 7-8\, 2026 conference! If you would like to speak at our conference\, today\, Wednesday\, May 20th\, at 12 midnight\, PT time\, is the last day to submit a presentation. To submit a conference proposal\, please go to: https://ocdsocal.org/conference/. There you will find the direct link to the conference proposal system (this is a Google Doc\, so you may need to log into your Google account to access the form). \nOCD Southern California has been hosting conferences since 2015\, and in 2021\, OCD SoCal created the Online OCD Conference and transitioned to a virtual platform. This year’s event will be held Saturday and Sunday\, November 7-8\, 2026. \nWe hope you clear your calendars and are able to attend live on Saturday\, November 7th through Sunday\, November 8\, 2026! The 2026 conference is from 9am to 6:30pm PST (including after hours community discussion groups and interactive events) on Saturday the 7th\, and 9am to 3pm PST on Sunday the 8th. \nOur conference has been a cornerstone for global collaboration\, bringing together experts\, innovators\, and thought leaders from around the world. \nWhether you’re a seasoned speaker or new to presenting\, we invite you to participate in the OCD Online Conference. This globally connected event brings together varied voices from around the world. Our proposal system is open but closes today\, May 20th\, at midnight PT! We welcome innovative ideas\, fresh perspectives\, and research that resonates across borders from mental health providers\, researchers\, individuals with lived experience and their families\, and others interested in speaking on OCD and related disorders. \nOCD SoCal values perspectives from individuals with lived experience. To maximize the number of voices represented\, we are unable to accept proposals for single presenter talks at this time. If you are interested in speaking\, we encourage you to collaborate with your therapist to form a panel. Panels allow for a richer exchange of insights and can offer both valuable information and inspiration to a broader audience. \nIf you would like to speak at our conference\, please go to: https://ocdsocal.org/conference/\, and click on the link that takes you directly to the conference proposal form. \nThe deadline for proposals is today\, Wednesday\, May 20\, 2026 at midnight PT. \nWhen opened\, the Proposal Form will have answers to FAQs. We hope you consider submitting a proposal! Email us at info@ocdsocal.org with any questions! \nHere are some stats from our previous conference evaluations that will help you brainstorm potential topics to submit: \nWhat are people asking for more of? Topics: \nOCD Subtypes \nComorbidities (especially trauma\, OCPD\, ASD) \nOCRDs \nIdentity/culture\nKids \nTalks that incorporate: \nAccessing treatment & concrete resources \nCase Examples/Hands On/Practical Strategies \nIf you would like to speak at our conference\, please go to: https://ocdsocal.org/conference/. We hope you consider submitting a proposal!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/the-proposal-system-for-the-2026-online-ocd-conference-a-global-event-hosted-by-ocd-socal-closes-today/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T200000
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SUMMARY:OCD North Carolina - Virtual Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:OCD NC runs a monthly\, free lecture series open to anyone\, designed for individuals with lived experience (not CE eligible). The Fall Series begins September 16\, 2026. Future dates: \n\nSep 16\, 2025 07:00 PM\nOct 21\, 2025 07:00 PM\nNov 18\, 2025 07:00 PM\nDec 16\, 2025 07:00 PM\nJan 20\, 2026 07:00 PM\nFeb 17\, 2026 07:00 PM\nMar 17\, 2026 07:00 PM\nApr 21\, 2026 07:00 PM\nMay 19\, 2026 07:00 PM
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/ocd-north-carolina-virtual-lecture-series/2026-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North Carolina":MAILTO:bobmilan23@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T233000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155706Z
CREATED:20260427T155706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T155706Z
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SUMMARY:General Admission Registration Rate Ends Today for OCD SoCal’s Saturday\, May 30th In-Person Speaker Series!
DESCRIPTION:Register Today for OCD SoCal’s Saturday\, May 30th\, 10am – 3pm\, In-Person Speaker Series! We are currently offering discounted\, general admission registration\, but that ends today\, Thursday\, May 14th at midnight PT\, so sign up today: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com! \nOCD Southern California is happy to announce that registration is still open for the 2026 OCD SoCal Speakers Series! \nWe are also pleased to announce that we will be offering 3 Continuing Education credit for professionals (LMFTs\, LPCCs\, LCSWs\, and psychologists)! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nWhat is new this year is that OCD SoCal is holding one Speakers Series event in one central location at Orange Coast College! We invite everyone in Southern California to join us under one roof! \nThis low-cost\, in-person event will feature presentations by local\, Southern California OCD treatment providers. They will facilitate panels and presentations on OCD and related disorders. This will also be an excellent opportunity to meet and connect with others in similar situations as you and your family in the local OCD community. \nThese events are for individuals with OCD\, their family members and loved ones\, mental health providers\, students and the general public. Talks for the general public will be presented throughout the day. \nTicket Prices: \nEarly Bird Tickets (ENDED on Monday\, April 20): $10.00 \nGeneral Admission (ends today\, Thursday\, May 14): $15.00 \nMay 15 – May 30: $18.00 \nWe are pleased that we are able to provide 3 CE credits for clinicians (LMFT\, LPCC\, LCSW and psychologists). Please register using the Professional Ticket at a cost of $45.00. \nBeverages and a catered lunch will be provided. Parking is free. \nFor more information on the event\, including the agenda\, the program\, and the speaker’s information\, visit the Speaker Series page on our website: ocdsocal.org/speakerseries \nFor further information on the Speakers Series\, please contact us through email at info@ocdsocal.org. \nOnce again\, we will be hosting one Speaker Series event this year in a central location and invite all of the Southern California OCD community to join us and connect in one location! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nTo learn more about the 18 presenters speaking at our Sat.\, May 30th OCD Southern California Speaker Series\, please click here: https://ocdsocal.org/programs/speakerseries/
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/general-admission-registration-rate-ends-today-for-ocd-socals-saturday-may-30th-in-person-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Orange Coast College\, 2701 Fairview Rd.\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T233000
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SUMMARY:General Admission Registration Pricing Ends Today for OCD SoCal’s Saturday\, May 30th In-Person Speaker Series!
DESCRIPTION:Register Today for OCD SoCal’s Saturday\, May 30th\, 10am – 3pm\, In-Person Speaker Series! We are currently offering discounted\, general admission registration. Prices go up after today\, so sign up now! https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com \nOCD Southern California is happy to announce that registration continues for the 2026 OCD SoCal Speakers Series! \nWe are also pleased to announce that we will be offering 3 Continuing Education credit for professionals (LMFTs\, LPCCs\, LCSWs\, and psychologists)! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nWhat is new this year is that OCD SoCal is holding one Speakers Series event in one central location at Orange Coast College! We invite everyone in Southern California to join us under one roof! \nThis low-cost\, in-person event will feature presentations by local\, Southern California OCD treatment providers. They will facilitate panels and presentations on OCD and related disorders. This will also be an excellent opportunity to meet and connect with others in similar situations as you and your family in the local OCD community. \nThese events are for individuals with OCD\, their family members and loved ones\, mental health providers\, students and the general public. Talks for the general public will be presented throughout the day. \nTicket Prices: \nGeneral Admission (ends TODAY\, May 14\, at midnight PDT): $15.00 \nMay 15 – May 30: $18.00 \nWe are pleased that we are able to provide 3 CE credits for clinicians (LMFT\, LPCC\, LCSW and psychologists). Please register using the Professional Ticket at a cost of $45.00. \nBeverages and a catered lunch will be provided. Parking is free. \nMore information will be provided soon on the agenda\, the program and the speakers on the Speaker Series page on our website: ocdsocal.org/speakerseries \nFor further information on the Speakers Series\, please contact us through email at info@ocdsocal.org. \nOnce again\, we will be hosting one Speaker Series event this year in a central location and invite all of the Southern California OCD community to join us and connect in one location! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nTo learn more about the 18 presenters speaking at our Sat.\, May 30th OCD Southern California Speaker Series\, please click here: https://ocdsocal.org/programs/speakerseries/
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/general-admission-registration-pricing-ends-today-for-ocd-socals-saturday-may-30th-in-person-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Orange Coast College\, 2701 Fairview Rd.\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260318T170536Z
CREATED:20260318T170536Z
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T151918Z
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SUMMARY:Family and Loved One’s Online OCD Support Group! Free!
DESCRIPTION:Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, a clinician with OCD\, and his mom\, Liz Trondsen\, are excited to remind you about our May\, virtual\, free Family and Loved Ones OCD Support Group. It will be held Saturday\, May 9\, for two hours\, from 11 AM – 1 PM PDT. This support group is every second Saturday of the month\, from 11am to 1pm Pacific Time. It is a free\, virtual support group available to anyone from anywhere! \nTo join the support group\, email info@ocdsocal.org and simply request the event’s Zoom link or for more information! \nOur guest for the Saturday\, May 9th\, Family and Loved Ones’ OCD Support Group is author\, speaker\, trainer\, and leader in the field\, C. Alec Pollard\, Ph.D. As group facilitators\, it is our mission to bring top-notch guests to each of our support groups to address different aspects of loving and supporting someone with OCD. The support group is 2 hours\, from 11am to 1pm Pacific Time\, and will start with our guest\, Dr. Alec Pollard\, discussing relevant information to attendees with a loved one suffering from OCD. The second half will feature a question-and-answer segment where attendees can ask live questions\, or ask them publicly or anonymously in the chat! Here is more information on the details to be discussed on May 9th\, as well as information on our guest speaker\, Dr. Pollard! \nWe often hear from attendees that they are struggling to get their loved one into OCD treatment\, either for the first time or to treatment after a previous negative experience with therapy. Alec will address this problem\, including ways to discuss treatment with your loved one\, how to reduce accommodations and enabling\, reducing home stress\, and ultimately\, what you\, the loved one\, can do to improve the situation even if your loved one is not involved in the treatment plan. \nAdditionally\, many of you have a loved one in OCD treatment\, yet they are falling short of hitting their treatment goals\, and it feels as if they are not giving their “all” in treatment. Alec Pollard\, Ph.D.\, will address potential treatment-interfering behaviors (TIBs) at play\, the role of supporters\, ways to help your loved one be more successful in treatment\, and\, ultimately\, how to address a loved one in treatment who is not experiencing much success. \nDr. Pollard will draw on both his clinical expertise and material from his popular book\, “When a Loved One Won’t Seek Mental Health Treatment.” You will learn ways to improve your family’s current situation\, even if your loved one is not in treatment or is not interested in collaborating if they are. This talk will be for family members\, loved ones\, spouses\, friends\, and anyone supporting a person in their life with OCD. People with OCD\, educators\, therapists\, and anyone interested in the material are welcome to join! \nAlec Pollard\, Ph.D.\, will then answer your questions during the Q&A before the group’s conclusion! \nWe will see you Saturday\, May 9th\, from 11 AM – 1 PM PDT! \nThe event is open to loved ones\, family members and spouses of someone with OCD\, as well as people with OCD—or anyone else interested. \nTo join the support group\, email info@ocdsocal.org and simply request the event’s Zoom link or for more information! \nFor more information on the support group\, including Dr. Pollard’s bio\, visit ocdsocal.org!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/family-and-loved-ones-online-ocd-support-group-free/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T150000
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North":MAILTO:mlittle@ocdnorth.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260318T170536Z
CREATED:20260318T170536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T170536Z
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North":MAILTO:mlittle@ocdnorth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T200000
DTSTAMP:20250915T145507Z
CREATED:20250915T145507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145507Z
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SUMMARY:OCD North Carolina - Virtual Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:OCD NC runs a monthly\, free lecture series open to anyone\, designed for individuals with lived experience (not CE eligible). The Fall Series begins September 16\, 2026. Future dates: \n\nSep 16\, 2025 07:00 PM\nOct 21\, 2025 07:00 PM\nNov 18\, 2025 07:00 PM\nDec 16\, 2025 07:00 PM\nJan 20\, 2026 07:00 PM\nFeb 17\, 2026 07:00 PM\nMar 17\, 2026 07:00 PM\nApr 21\, 2026 07:00 PM\nMay 19\, 2026 07:00 PM
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/ocd-north-carolina-virtual-lecture-series/2026-04-21/
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North Carolina":MAILTO:bobmilan23@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T123819Z
CREATED:20260417T123819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T123819Z
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SUMMARY:THE 2026 ONLINE OCD CONFERENCE\, A GLOBAL EVENT'S PROPOSAL SYSTEM IS NOW OPEN!
DESCRIPTION:SUBMIT TO BE A CONFERENCE SPEAKER! \nIf you would like to speak at OCD Southern California’s online conference\, please go to: https://ocdsocal.org/conference/ \nThe Proposal System for the 2026 Online OCD Conference\, a Global Event\, is open! If you are interested in presenting at this global event\, please log into your Google account\, click the link that takes you to the conference proposal page\, and follow the instructions to submit a presentation! https://ocdsocal.org/conference/ \nThe Online OCD Conference – hosted by OCD SoCal\, will be held on Saturday and Sunday\, November 7-8\, 2026. \nWhether you’re a seasoned speaker or new to presenting\, we invite you to participate in the OCD Online Conference. This globally connected event brings together varied voices from around the world. We welcome innovative ideas\, fresh perspectives\, and research that resonates across borders from mental health providers\, researchers\, individuals with lived experience and their families\, and others interested in speaking on OCD and related disorders. \nOCD SoCal values perspectives from individuals with lived experience. To maximize the number of voices represented\, we are unable to accept proposals for single presenter talks at this time. If you are interested in speaking\, we encourage you to collaborate with your therapist to form a panel. Panels allow for a richer exchange of insights and can offer both valuable information and inspiration to a broader audience. \nIf you would like to speak at this conference\, please go to https://ocdsocal.org/conference/\, click the link on that webpage to submit a proposal (this is a Google Doc\, so you may need to log into your Google account to access the form). \nThe deadline for proposals is Monday\, May 20\, 2026 at midnight PT. \nWhen opened\, the Proposal Form will have answers to FAQs. We hope you consider submitting a proposal! \nEmail us at info@ocdsocal.org with any questions! \nAccording to the conference evaluations from last year\, here are the topics our attendees want to see more of: \nOCD Subtypes \nComorbidities (especially trauma\, OCPD\, ASD) \nOCRDs \nIdentity / culture \nKids \nTalks that incorporate: Accessing treatment & concrete resources \nCase Examples / Hands On / Practical Strategies \nFor more information on the conference\, please visit our dedicated page on our website for the Online OCD Conference\, A Global Event\, hosted by OCD Southern California: https://ocdsocal.org/conference/ \nIf you would like to speak at our conference\, please go to the link on the webpage: https://ocdsocal.org/conference/ \nWe hope you consider submitting a proposal!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/the-2026-online-ocd-conference-a-global-events-proposal-system-is-now-open/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260318T170536Z
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SUMMARY:Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had thoughts like: “What if I drop the baby?” What if I hurt my baby by accident?” “What kind of mom thinks like this?”\nYou are not alone. You are not dangerous. You are not a bad mom. Join Merrisa Little\, MSW\, RSW\, a new mom and founder of OCD North\, for an 8-week group program created in collaboration with Serenity Birth Studio. Inspired by the work\, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman\, this group offers a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space for new parents experiencing distressing or unwanted thoughts after having a baby. \nTogether\, we’ll help you:\nUnderstand scary thoughts and learn how to see them for what they are (just thoughts)\nReduce guilt and shame many new moms experience (90% of new parents experience intrusive thoughts!)\nConnect with other parents in a supportive\, judgement-free space\nBuild skills to respond to intrusive thoughts with more confidence\nLeave with a personalized plan to continue moving forward
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/good-moms-have-scary-thoughts-postpartum-intrusive-thoughts-circle/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North":MAILTO:mlittle@ocdnorth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180626Z
CREATED:20260416T180626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T180626Z
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SUMMARY:Early Bird Registration Ends Today for OCD SoCal’s Saturday\, May 30th In-Person Speaker Series!
DESCRIPTION:Register Today for OCD SoCal’s Saturday\, May 30th\, 10am – 3pm\, In-Person Speaker Series! We are currently offering discounted\, early-bird registration\, but that ends today\, Monday\, April 20\, at midnight PT\, so sign up today: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com! \nOCD Southern California is happy to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 OCD SoCal Speakers Series! \nWe are also pleased to announce that we will be offering 3 Continuing Education credit for professionals (LMFTs\, LPCCs\, LCSWs\, and psychologists)! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nWhat is new this year is that OCD SoCal is holding one Speakers Series event in one central location at Orange Coast College! We invite everyone in Southern California to join us under one roof! \nThis low-cost\, in-person event will feature presentations by local\, Southern California OCD treatment providers. They will facilitate panels and presentations on OCD and related disorders. This will also be an excellent opportunity to meet and connect with others in similar situations as you and your family in the local OCD community. \nThese events are for individuals with OCD\, their family members and loved ones\, mental health providers\, students and the general public. Talks for the general public will be presented throughout the day. \nTicket Prices: \nEarly Bird Tickets (ends TODAY\, Monday\, April 20): $10.00 \nGeneral Admission (ends May 14): $15.00 \nMay 15 – May 30: $18.00 \nWe are pleased that we are able to provide 3 CE credits for clinicians (LMFT\, LPCC\, LCSW and psychologists). Please register using the Professional Ticket at a cost of $45.00. \nBeverages and a catered lunch will be provided. Parking is free. \nMore information will be provided soon on the agenda\, the program and the speakers on the Speaker Series page on our website: ocdsocal.org/speakerseries \nFor further information on the Speakers Series\, please contact us through email at info@ocdsocal.org. \nOnce again\, we will be hosting one Speaker Series event this year in a central location and invite all of the Southern California OCD community to join us and connect in one location! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nTo learn more about the 18 presenters speaking at our Sat.\, May 30th OCD Southern California Speaker Series\, please click here: https://ocdsocal.org/programs/speakerseries/
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/early-bird-registration-ends-today-for-ocd-socals-saturday-may-30th-in-person-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Orange Coast College\, 2701 Fairview Rd.\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T190000
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SUMMARY:Register Today for OCD SoCal’s Saturday\, May 30th\, 10am – 3pm\, In-Person Speaker Series!
DESCRIPTION:Register Today for OCD SoCal’s Saturday\, May 30th\, 10am – 3pm\, In-Person Speaker Series! We are currently offering discounted\, early-bird registration so sign up today! Register here: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com \nOCD Southern California is happy to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 OCD SoCal Speakers Series! \nWe are also pleased to announce that we will be offering 3 Continuing Education credit for professionals (LMFTs\, LPCCs\, LCSWs\, and psychologists)! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nWhat is new this year is that OCD SoCal is holding one Speakers Series event in one central location at Orange Coast College! We invite everyone in Southern California to join us under one roof! \nThis low-cost\, in-person event will feature presentations by local\, Southern California OCD treatment providers. They will facilitate panels and presentations on OCD and related disorders. This will also be an excellent opportunity to meet and connect with others in similar situations as you and your family in the local OCD community. \nThese events are for individuals with OCD\, their family members and loved ones\, mental health providers\, students and the general public. Talks for the general public will be presented throughout the day. \nTicket Prices: \nEarly Bird Tickets (ends April 20): $10.00 \nGeneral Admission (ends May 14): $15.00 \nMay 15 – May 30: $18.00 \nWe are pleased that we are able to provide 3 CE credits for clinicians (LMFT\, LPCC\, LCSW and psychologists). Please register using the Professional Ticket at a cost of $45.00. \nBeverages and a catered lunch will be provided. Parking is free. \nMore information will be provided soon on the agenda\, the program and the speakers on the Speaker Series page on our website: ocdsocal.org/speakerseries \nFor further information on the Speakers Series\, please contact us through email at info@ocdsocal.org. \nOnce again\, we will be hosting one Speaker Series event this year in a central location and invite all of the Southern California OCD community to join us and connect in one location! \nTo register for this event\, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. \nTo learn more about the 18 presenters speaking at our Sat.\, May 30th OCD Southern California Speaker Series\, please click here: https://ocdsocal.org/programs/speakerseries/
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/register-today-for-ocd-socals-saturday-may-30th-10am-3pm-in-person-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Orange Coast College\, 2701 Fairview Rd.\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T130000
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SUMMARY:Family and Loved One’s Online OCD Support Group!
DESCRIPTION:Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, a clinician with OCD\, and his mom\, Liz Trondsen\, are excited to remind you about our April\, virtual\, free Family and Loved Ones OCD Support Group. It will be held this Saturday\, April 11 for two hours\, from 11 AM – 1 PM PST. This support group is every second Saturday of the month\, from 11am to 1pm Pacific time. It is a free\, virtual support group available to anyone from anywhere! \nTo join the support group\, email info@ocdsocal.org and simply request the event’s Zoom link! Go to ocdsocal.org for more information. \nFor the April support group on the 11th\, we are featuring an “Ask an Expert” panel of clinicians and individuals impacted by OCD who have years of experience with OCD recovery and treatment. This “Ask an Expert” panel features OCD therapist / specialist Kevin Foss\, MFT\, who runs the California OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center\, as well as hosts the “Fearcast” podcast. The panel will also feature psychiatrist Dr. Jennifer Siegel\, who owns a private practice and is an ivy-league trained clinician who also has seen patients right here at USC. Ethan Smith\, an OCD advocate who lives with the disorder\, has been the face of OCD recovery for many years and hosts the “Community Conversations” livestream for the International OCD Foundation. Finally\, the panel also features our very own Liz Trondsen\, a mother of a son with OCD. Liz was crucial in helping her son recover and is both a board member of OCD Southern California and has co-facilitated this group for 13 years. \nFor the first half of the 2-hour support group\, these four experts have spent time evaluating their work and lives to highlight their top 5 pieces of wisdom to help your loved one get better. They will share what they wish they knew at your stage of the recovery process\, helping a loved one overcome this disorder\, and you will leave with these tips to streamline your family’s recovery process. \nFor the second half of the support group\, we will then open it up for a huge Q&A\, ensuring we get to every question! You will be able to ask the questions in the chat\, publicly or privately\, or ask live on camera. No pressure to ask a question\, we know many of the questions asked from others in a similar situation will help your family’s recovery. \nWe will see you this Saturday\, April 11th\, from 11 AM – 1 PM PST! \nThe event is open to loved ones\, family members and spouses of someone with OCD\, as well as people with OCD—or anyone else interested. \nTo join the support group\, email info@ocdsocal.org and simply request the event’s Zoom link! Go to ocdsocal.org for more information!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/family-and-loved-ones-online-ocd-support-group-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260217T134527Z
CREATED:20260217T134527Z
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SUMMARY:OCD New Jersey 26th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us at the OCD New Jersey Annual Conference featuring our keynote speaker Josh Spitalnick\, PhD\, ABPP who will be presenting on “Overcoming Health Anxiety.” Additionally\, the conference will include the always popular “Living with OCD” Panel. This portion of the conference allows attendees to hear from those who deal with OCD every day with moderator Jordan Levy\, PhD. This event is open to professionals as well as those living with OCD\, their families and friends.
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/ocd-new-jersey-26th-annual-conference/
LOCATION:The Westwood\, 438 North Avenue\, Garwood\, NJ 07027\, The Westwood\, 438 North Avenue\, Garwood\, Garwood\, NJ\, 07027
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD New Jersey":MAILTO:Rachel.Pess@StressAndAnxiety.com
GEO:40.6533;-74.3277
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T200000
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SUMMARY:An Overview of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD): Assessment\, Diagnosis & Treatment
DESCRIPTION:OCD Southern California Vice President\, Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, will guest present for a fellow affiliate’s event: OCD North Carolina’s OCD (and related disorders) Lecture Series. This lecture series is a free\, virtual event\, and Chris will be the guest on Tuesday\, March 17th at 7pm ET. \nTo sign up for the event to get the Zoom link\, please visit: https://www.ocdnc.org/ocd-lecture-series. The lecture will be on Tuesday\, March 17\, 2026\, from 7-8pm ET (4-5pm PT). You’ll receive a Zoom link / reminder in advance of the meeting. To contact OCD North Carolina\, please visit: https://www.ocdnc.org/contact-us or you can DM them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ocdnc/ \nThis month’s lecture will feature Chris Trondsen\, MS\, LMFT\, presenting “An Overview of Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Assessment\, Diagnosis\, and Treatment.” Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, is a BDD and OCD specialist\, a member of the IOCDF’s BDD Special Interest Group (SIG)\, has presented at conferences around the world on the topic including the BDD Foundation’s Conference in the UK\, and has been featured on podcasts discussing BDD. Additionally\, he has BDD himself. \nHis presentation will focus on how to recognize BDD\, how clinicians can diagnose it\, what makes BDD unique among other image disorders\, the diagnostic criteria one must meet to receive a diagnosis of BDD\, the treatment of BDD\, and some of his personal experiences with the disorder. It will be followed by a Q&A! \nWe hope many of you will join or pass it on to anyone who may find information on BDD useful. We will see you there! To sign up for the event to get the Zoom link\, please visit: https://www.ocdnc.org/ocd-lecture-series. The lecture will be on Tuesday\, March 17\, 2026\, from 7-8pm ET (4-5pm PT). You’ll receive a Zoom link / reminder in advance of the meeting. \nTo contact OCD North Carolina\, please visit: https://www.ocdnc.org/contact-us or you can DM them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ocdnc/
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/an-overview-of-body-dysmorphic-disorder-bdd-assessment-diagnosis-treatment/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North Carolina":MAILTO:bobmilan23@gmail.com
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