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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
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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
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T200000
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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/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North Carolina":MAILTO:bobmilan23@gmail.com
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T133000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T070000
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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
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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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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20250915T145507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145507Z
UID:10002164-1773774000-1773777600@iocdf.org
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/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North Carolina":MAILTO:bobmilan23@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20260311T201622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T201622Z
UID:10002339-1773486000-1773493200@iocdf.org
SUMMARY:Family and Loved One’s Online OCD Support Group!
DESCRIPTION:Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, a clinician with OCD\, and his mom\, Liz\, are excited to remind you about our March\, virtual\, free Family and Loved Ones OCD Support Group. It will be held this Saturday\, March 14 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 March support group on the 14th\, Brooke Miller will be joining us to discuss her life experience as a person with OCD. \nShe has lived with OCD since childhood and has experienced multiple subtypes\, including contamination\, perfectionism\, moral scrupulosity\, and relationship OCD. Her journey has included ERP treatment\, eating disorder recovery\, and navigating additional diagnoses like panic disorder\, Bipolar II\, and PTSD. \nShe is a parent of two children with OCD\, her 13-year-old son (also diagnosed with PANDAS) and her 11-year-old daughter who was recently diagnosed. She speaks from both lived experience and the ongoing reality of parenting kids with OCD. \nShe is a registered nurse\, an IOCDF Advocate\, President of OCD Wisconsin\, and a presenter with NAMI’s Ending the Silence program. \nShe would like to discuss these topics:\n– What OCD can actually look like in kids (beyond stereotypes)\n– Parenting a child with OCD while also managing your own OCD\n– How to support kids through ERP (and manage accommodations vs. support)\n– Navigating school\, family dynamics\, and daily life with OCD\n– The emotional impact on parents/caregivers (guilt\, fear\, burnout)\n– Hope and recovery and what progress really looks like \nPlease join us this Saturday for a wealth of information on both living with OCD and parenting children with OCD! \nWe will see you this Saturday\, March14th\, 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-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20250915T145507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145507Z
UID:10002163-1771354800-1771358400@iocdf.org
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/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North Carolina":MAILTO:bobmilan23@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20260212T010836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T010836Z
UID:10002323-1771066800-1771074000@iocdf.org
SUMMARY:Family and Loved One’s Online OCD Support Group!
DESCRIPTION:Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, a clinician with OCD\, and his mom\, Liz\, are excited to remind you about our February\, virtual\, free Family and Loved Ones OCD Support Group.  \nIt will be held this Saturday\, February 14 for two hours\, from 11 AM – 1 PM PST. If you are interested in joining\, please email info@ocdsocal.org and ask for the Zoom link. \nWe are excited to announce that we are going back to basics and have invited a family to discuss their OCD journey. Dianne and her husband\, Matt Tiberg are parents of a teenage daughter. Their daughter suffers from OCD\, as well as emetophobia (fear of throwing up). Dianne and Matt will discuss what they did as parents when symptoms first appeared\, how they helped their daughter navigate treatment\, and their new role now that their daughter is doing well. \nThey will share with you what they did right and what mistakes they made in an effort to help you navigate supporting a loved one with OCD.  \nThe Tibergs will also address the sudden onset of their daughter’s OCD from a PANS/PANDAS infection.  \nBy attending this support group\, you will feel a sense of hope and recognize you are not alone in this journey. Come and learn from a family that has successfully traveled this road. \nThe first hour will be dedicated to hearing their remarkable recovery journey.  The second hour will be an open Q&A session where anyone can ask questions. You do not want to miss February’s support group! \nWe will see you this Sat\, February14th 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 from anywhere\, you do not need to be in Southern California to enjoy this event. If you are interested in joining\, please email info@ocdsocal.org and ask for the Zoom link.
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/family-and-loved-ones-online-ocd-support-group-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20250915T145507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145507Z
UID:10002162-1768935600-1768939200@iocdf.org
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/2026-01-20/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North Carolina":MAILTO:bobmilan23@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20260106T230621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T230621Z
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SUMMARY:Incorporating Exercise\, Sleep\, Diet\, Mindfulness\, Spirituality & Other Stress Relieving Measures for OCD Recovery!
DESCRIPTION:As the new year begins\, everyone is putting together their 2026 New Year’s resolutions with the goal of improving their lives. We want to help you make changes in the new year that will support your OCD journey\, by finding ways to deal with the stress\, anxiety\, and depression that comes with having the disorder. \nAt this January event\, held on Saturday\, January 10th\, from 11am to 2pm PST (note the extra hour added for Q&A!)\, we are bringing together five experts who will focus on ways one can improve their lifestyle to support mental wellness. Email info@ocdsocal.org and request the free\, Zoom link! \nThe event is open to people with OCD\, along with their loved ones\, family\, members\, and spouses—or anyone else interested. The person with OCD can find tangible ways to improve their lifestyle and support their OCD treatment. As loved ones\, this valuable information will give you ways to support a loved one with OCD in making these life improvements. \nThis event is titled\, “Improving Lifestyle Factors to Aid in OCD Recovery: Incorporating Exercise\, Sleep\, Diet\, Mindfulness\, Spirituality & Other Stress Relieving Measures for Recovery!” It will be held during our normal monthly Family & Loved One’s Support Group slot (every second Saturday of the month) and the information shared is important for both the person with OCD and those who support them. \nJanuary 10th’s presentation will focus on how to reduce stress and improve mental health through improving sleep\, finding a beneficial diet\, utilizing exercise and movement for stress reduction\, incorporating mindfulness and yoga to aid with being grounded\, and how to find ways to add faith or spirituality into your life for additional support. Other lifestyle factors will be discussed including the impact of alcohol and drugs\, creating a social circle\, the importance of daily structure\, why being in nature is important\, how humor improves mood\, and more! \nIf you are new to this presentation\, we hope this information will be valuable in supporting your OCD treatment\, and if you have seen our previous presentations\, join us again. We have added an additional speaker\, and all of the presenters have updated their slides with current information on their topic. \nThe presenters are Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, a licensed therapist who lives with two sleep disorders and has additional training in sleep disorders and sleep improvement. Liz Trondsen\, RD\, is a registered dietitian who focuses on the correlation between the mind and gut connection and diet’s role in OCD and anxiety. Krista Reed\, LSCSW\, is a licensed therapist with a focus on how mindfulness improves mental health and is a certified child’s yoga instructor. She will speak on how to incorporate meditation\, mindfulness\, and yoga in one’s life and their benefits. Tom Smalley\, MS\, CMPC\, CSCS\, is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant\, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist\, and has won 3 gold medals in weightlifting. Lastly\, Rev. Katie O’Dunne is an ordained minister. She is an interfaith chaplain who will focus on how to incorporate spirituality and the faith of one’s choosing as additional support and comfort. \nThese five will present on the above topics to give the person with OCD a set of tools to support their OCD journey by improving their overall health and wellness. We will finish with a Q&A. \nRead more about the presenters on our website www.ocdsocal.org\, and we will see you Saturday\, January 10\, from 11 to 2pm PST\, for the 3-hour event! Email info@ocdsocal.org and ask for the free\, Zoom link!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/incorporating-exercise-sleep-diet-mindfulness-spirituality-other-stress-relieving-measures-for-ocd-recovery/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251221T103000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20251219T145815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T145815Z
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SUMMARY:Rise Beyond OCD: Answers\, Insight\, and Inspiration to Move Forward
DESCRIPTION:OCD Southern California board members and OCD advocates Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, and his mom\, Liz Trondsen\, will join Shannon Shy this Sunday\, December 21st\, at 9am PST / 12 noon ET\, as the next guests in his series ’90 Minutes with the Icons of the OCD Recovery Community.’ \nChris and Liz’s talk is titled ‘Rise Beyond OCD: Answers\, Insight and Inspiration to Move Forward’ and they will map out Chris’ recovery journey from OCD! Chris had a severe case of OCD\, leaving him house-bound\, hospitalized\, and unable to function. Chris is now a licensed therapist treating the disorder\, an advocate for OCD through the IOCDF\, and hosts the Foundation’s weekly “Ask the Experts” livestreams. Additionally\, Chris and Liz now run the largest support group for family members and loved ones in the country. To join the free\, virtual event this Sunday\, please email: info@ocdsocal.org for the Zoom link! \nOnce a month\, Shannon Shy\, the 2010 Keynote speaker for the IOCDF annual conference brings on leading experts\, as well as people from the OCD community\, to share their stories\, provide hope and answer questions. This Sunday\, December 21\, Chris and Liz Trondsen will be his guests. \nHere’s some information on this Sunday’s free\, virtual presentation: \n90 Minutes with the Icons of the OCD Recovery Community – “Rise Beyond OCD: Answers\, Insight\, & Inspiration to Move Forward” featuring Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, and Liz Trondsen. \nSunday\, December 21\, 2025\, 9 AM PST (12 PM EST)\, for 90 minutes. Free. Virtual on Zoom. \nChris Trondsen and his mother Liz stepped into the international spotlight of OCD recovery when they jointly gave the keynote address at the 2011 International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) conference. \nChris suffered severely for many years with OCD (he also suffered with Body Dysmorphic Disorder\, anxiety\, depression and panic attacks) and eventually found treatment and his path to recovery aided by the loving support of Liz and the family. \nChris is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) treating OCD and related disorders at The Gateway Institute in Southern California\, sits on the Board of Directors for the IOCDF and OCD SoCal\, and has become one of the most well-known voices of OCD recovery. \nLiz also sits on the OCD SoCal Board of Directors and facilitates the OCD Support Group for Families and Loved Ones. \nWe hope you join Shannon\, Chris\, and Liz for 90 minutes to listen to a talk of hope\, recovery tips\, and tangible action items to support your recovery journey! \nTheir presentation if followed by a Q&A session. To join the event\, please email: info@ocdsocal.org and request the Zoom link!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/rise-beyond-ocd-answers-insight-and-inspiration-to-move-forward/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20250915T145507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145507Z
UID:10002161-1765911600-1765915200@iocdf.org
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/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North Carolina":MAILTO:bobmilan23@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20251205T230239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T230239Z
UID:10002297-1765623600-1765630800@iocdf.org
SUMMARY:Family and Loved One’s Online OCD Support Group!
DESCRIPTION:Join our support group Saturday\, December 13th from 11AM – 1 PM PST. Email: info@ocdsocal.org and request Saturday’s support group’s link! We meet virtually every second Saturday of the month. \nFor our December Family & Loved Ones OCD Support Group\, we are happy to welcome Lauren Rosen\, LMFT\, the author of the upcoming “The Mental Compulsions Workbook for OCD.” Additionally\, we will be joined by USC Psychiatrist and researcher\, Adam Frank\, Ph.D.\, MD. \nTitled “An OCD Master Class: Family & Loved Ones’ Edition\,” Lauren Rosen\, LMFT\, and Adam Frank\, PhD\, MD\, will discuss key OCD topics that include: what to do if your loved one has stubborn or difficult to treat OCD\, how your loved one can get better if their OCD is predominantly mental\, expectations on improvement during different stages of OCD treatment\, how to find scientific-based resources for OCD\, how one gets better from OCD\, and what should family members and loved ones do or don’t do to make your loved one’s recovery more likely. Additional topics include a discussion on frontline medications for OCD treatment\, what to expect regarding side effects and improvements\, and a discussion on additional interventions that include TMS\, ketamine\, deep brain stimulation\, and psychedelics. \nWe will kick off the group with a master class so you have a solid understanding of every element of OCD recovery and treatment. We will then dedicate the second half to answering your specific questions that remain after the open discussion\, either on what was discussed earlier or your personal situation. \nYou can join and engage\, or simply watch\, the level of involvement is completely up to you. Additionally\, for privacy for you and your family\, we do not record the support group so please enjoy the group live to experience this event. Anyone from anywhere can join. This group is for family members\, loved ones\, and spouses of people with OCD. People with OCD and related disorders\, as well as clinicians and other interested parties are also welcomed! \nWe will see you Saturday\, December 13th\, from 11am to 1pm PST! Make sure to email info@ocdsocal.org to receive the Zoom link and visit www.ocdsocal.org for more information!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/family-and-loved-ones-online-ocd-support-group-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20250903T150757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T145142Z
UID:10002144-1765094400-1765107000@iocdf.org
SUMMARY:Vero Beach OCD Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Vero Beach OCD Walk is a community engagement event that allows individuals to connect\, share stories\, create impact\, and show those struggling on their road to recovery that they are not alone. It’s a chance for us to raise funds and awareness of what it really means to have OCD.
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/vero-beach-ocd-walk/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 3200 Riverside Park Drive Vero Beach\, FL 32963
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,One Million Steps for OCD Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Central &amp%3B South Florida":MAILTO:info@ocdcsfl.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20251105T205432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T205432Z
UID:10002291-1764921600-1765126800@iocdf.org
SUMMARY:OCD and....Eating Disorders & Substance Use Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a weekend of lively discussion and learning as we delve into the treatment of OCD and Eating Disorders and OCD and Addiction.\n\n\n\nOCD Central and South Florida\, an official affiliate of the International Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation will be hosting a weekend event December 5 – December 7\, 2025 at Vero Beach\, FL. \nThis event will be launching a series titled ‘OCD and….’ emphasizing the importance in nuanced treatment of disorders alongside OCD. This weekend will focus on OCD and treatment coinciding with Eating Disorders and OCD and Substance Use Disorders. We will be kicking off the weekend on Friday evening with an expert panel and individuals with lived experience answering questions and discussing key topics\, with panelists Kristina Kise\, M.D.\, Michael Sheffield\, Psy.D.\, Crystal Weideman\, and Katie Merricks\, Ph.D. for 1.5 CEs. \nSaturday will be a day of CE events\, with the morning consisting on a series titled: Compulsions\, Control and Complexity: Evidence-Based Care for Co-occurring OCD and Eating Disorders presented by Kristina Kise\, M.D.\, & Melanie Smith\, PhD\, LMHC\, CEDS-C. The afternoon series titled: Bridging the Gap: Evidence-Based Treatment for OCD and Co-occurring Substance Use in People Who Use Drugs or Gamble” presented by Patrick McGrath\, Ph.D.\, & Gwilym Roddick\, DSW\, LCSW will offer 6 CEs . \nFriday will incorporate a cocktail hour and meet and greet. The event will be hosted at the Costa d’Este hotel and include breakfast and lunch on Saturday. \nTo wrap up the weekend – on Sunday morning we will be kicking off our annual One Million Steps for OCD Walk at Riverside Park at Vero Beach. Feel free to join us with information below: \nhttps://support.iocdf.org/event/vero-beach-fl-ocd-walk/e687011?c_src=IOCDF-cal&_ga=2.184142502.100770364.1759290335-2090995792.1744554988
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/ocd-and-eating-disorders-substance-use-disorders/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iocdf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/OCD-Weekend-Overview.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20250915T145507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145507Z
UID:10002160-1763492400-1763496000@iocdf.org
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/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North Carolina":MAILTO:bobmilan23@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20251007T144214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T144214Z
UID:10002263-1763283600-1763305200@iocdf.org
SUMMARY:Online OCD Conference\, A Global Event\, Hosted by OCD SoCal - Day 2!
DESCRIPTION:The Online OCD Conference\, a Global Event\, is a 2-day conference that features presentations from the top OCD experts from around the world. This event\, open to anyone from anywhere\, features over 50 interactive presentations\, a keynote\, facilitated groups that offer community support\, and after-hours activities all designed for people with OCD and related disorders. Additionally\, the virtual conference is also for family members and loved ones of someone with OCD\, mental health professionals wanting to earn continuing education credits\, and anyone else interested in learning more about obsessive-compulsive disorder. So join us on Saturday\, November 15 and Sunday\, November 16\, 2025\, for two days of information and community focused on OCD and related disorders! \nThe conference begins with a Keynote consisting of 5 superstars in our community\, Stuart Ralph\, Chrissie Hodges\, Andrew GottWorth\, Kyle King\, and Natasha Daniels\, LCSW\, who have created and now lead community building organizations and activities. The conference is two days filled with 46 different panel presentations led by some of the top OCD experts\, researchers\, psychiatrists\, advocates\, and people impacted by OCD. We also have evening activities\, including community support groups and a call-in show\, and we’re wrapping up the conference with an “Ask the Experts” Q&A panel and an opportunity drawing for prizes. We have more information on our registration page: https://ocdconference.eventbrite.com or our website’s page dedicated to our 2025 conference: https://ocdsocal.org/conference. \nRegistration started on August 1\, 2025 and registration continues all the way up until the conclusion of the event. Each presentation will be recorded and registration includes access to these recordings for 60 days after the event! \nFor professionals (LMFT\, LPCC\, LCSW\, and psychologists) seeking continuing education credits\, we’re offering 8.75 CEs (through the University of California (USC)’s Keck Medical School. \nIf you visit our website\, https://ocdsocal.org/conference\, we feature the Online OCD Conference’s Program and Agenda\, which include talk titles and descriptions\, speakers\, our different conference tracks\, information on the keynote presentation and after-hours events\, and additional conference information. \nMake sure to email info@ocdsocal.org with any questions\, as well as to request to be added to our mailing list as we continue to pump out more information about this November event. \nThe low cost of registration is to cover the event as we are working with an expert event team that is building our conference website and event platform. We will be utilizing Zoom for this conference\, so if you’re comfortable with Zoom\, the conference will be familiar to you and easy to navigate! \nRegister ASAP as registration prices increase closer to the event. If you visit our registration page\, https://ocdconference.eventbrite.com\, it will show you the lowest registration cost available. Also\, make sure to email us at scholarships@ocdsocal.org if cost is a factor and you’d like to request a scholarship ticket for attendance. Visit our website for anymore information: https://ocdsocal.org and we look forward to seeing you at our 2-day\, online conference!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/online-ocd-conference-a-global-event-hosted-by-ocd-socal-day-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T183000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20251007T144058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T144058Z
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SUMMARY:Online OCD Conference\, A Global Event\, Hosted by OCD SoCal - Day 1!
DESCRIPTION:The Online OCD Conference\, a Global Event\, is a 2-day conference that features presentations from the top OCD experts from around the world. This event\, open to anyone from anywhere\, features over 50 interactive presentations\, a keynote\, facilitated groups that offer community support\, and after-hours activities all designed for people with OCD and related disorders. Additionally\, the virtual conference is also for family members and loved ones of someone with OCD\, mental health professionals wanting to earn continuing education credits\, and anyone else interested in learning more about obsessive-compulsive disorder. So join us on Saturday\, November 15 and Sunday\, November 16\, 2025\, for two days of information and community focused on OCD and related disorders! \nThe conference begins with a Keynote consisting of 5 superstars in our community\, Stuart Ralph\, Chrissie Hodges\, Andrew GottWorth\, Kyle King\, and Natasha Daniels\, LCSW\, who have created and now lead community building organizations and activities. The conference is two days filled with 46 different panel presentations led by some of the top OCD experts\, researchers\, psychiatrists\, advocates\, and people impacted by OCD. We also have evening activities\, including community support groups and a call-in show\, and we’re wrapping up the conference with an “Ask the Experts” Q&A panel and an opportunity drawing for prizes. We have more information on our registration page: https://ocdconference.eventbrite.com or our website’s page dedicated to our 2025 conference: https://ocdsocal.org/conference. \nRegistration started on August 1\, 2025 and registration continues all the way up until the conclusion of the event. Each presentation will be recorded and registration includes access to these recordings for 60 days after the event! \nFor professionals (LMFT\, LPCC\, LCSW\, and psychologists) seeking continuing education credits\, we’re offering 8.75 CEs (through the University of California (USC)’s Keck Medical School. \nIf you visit our website\, https://ocdsocal.org/conference\, we feature the Online OCD Conference’s Program and Agenda\, which include talk titles and descriptions\, speakers\, our different conference tracks\, information on the keynote presentation and after-hours events\, and additional conference information. \nMake sure to email info@ocdsocal.org with any questions\, as well as to request to be added to our mailing list as we continue to pump out more information about this November event. \nThe low cost of registration is to cover the event as we are working with an expert event team that is building our conference website and event platform. We will be utilizing Zoom for this conference\, so if you’re comfortable with Zoom\, the conference will be familiar to you and easy to navigate! \nRegister ASAP as registration prices increase closer to the event. If you visit our registration page\, https://ocdconference.eventbrite.com\, it will show you the lowest registration cost available. Also\, make sure to email us at scholarships@ocdsocal.org if cost is a factor and you’d like to request a scholarship ticket for attendance. We look forward to seeing you at our 2-day\, online conference!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/online-ocd-conference-a-global-event-hosted-by-ocd-socal-day-1/
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;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
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SUMMARY:OCD SoCal | Online OCD Conference
DESCRIPTION:It’s here! The Global\, Online OCD Conference program has just been released and is now available to view! The program includes the titles\, descriptions\, and names of the over 100 presenters for the 53 presentations and after-hours activities available. \nThe conference program is below and you can also see the conference program in larger size on our website here: Full Conference Program for the Global\, Online OCD Conference! \nIt also includes more information on our keynote presentation and the “Ask the Expert: Summary Q&A Wrap Up Panel.” An agenda and a rundown of the day’s events are included. It also indicates which talks earn professional CEs and gives you an overall feel for the conference! \nWe hope this information helps professionals decide to sign up to earn 8.75 CEs and that the general public sees all the conference has to offer for such a low cost. \nWe can’t wait to see you all at the two-day conference on November 15 and 16\, 2025! To register: https://ocdconference.eventbrite.com. More info: info@ocdsocal.org and visit our conference page on our website at: https://ocdsocal.org/conference!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/ocd-socal-online-ocd-conference/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="International OCD Foundation":MAILTO:info@iocdf.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20250903T150551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T150551Z
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SUMMARY:New Orleans OCD Walk
DESCRIPTION:The New Orleans OCD Walk is a community engagement event that allows individuals to connect\, share stories\, create impact\, and show those struggling on their road to recovery that they are not alone. It’s a chance for us to raise funds and awareness of what it really means to have OCD.
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/new-orleans-ocd-walk/
LOCATION:Washington Square\, Elysian Fields Avenue\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,One Million Steps for OCD Walk
GEO:29.9650073;-90.0574531
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20251106T124554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T124554Z
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SUMMARY:Family and Loved One's Online OCD Support Group!
DESCRIPTION:Join our support group this Saturday\, November 8th from 11AM – 1 PM PST. Email: info@ocdsocal.org and request Saturday’s support group’s link! We meet virtually every second Saturday of the month. \nFor our November Family & Loved Ones OCD Support Group\, we are happy to welcome Liz McIngvale\, Ph.D.\, LCSW\, one of the leading voices in the OCD community. In addition to being the Director of the OCD Institute of Texas\, a residential treatment center that specializes in OCD and related disorders\, she also has a popular podcast\, “Anxiety Society\,” co-hosts the IOCDF’s “Ask the Experts” livestreams with Chris Trondsen\, LMFT\, advocates for OCD\, and is on the IOCDF Board of Directors. \nTitled “Navigating Effective Treatment: From Functioning to Freedom\,” Dr. Liz McIngvale will inform family members\, spouses\, and loved ones about the top-notch\, effective\, frontline OCD treatments their loved one with OCD should receive. Dr. McIngvale will also advise what to expect from ERP\, medication\, and adjunctive treatments. She will explain your role during treatment and outline accurate expectations\, outcomes\, and timelines for recovery. Typical roadblocks to care will be discussed\, along with signs your loved one is not with the right provider\, when to switch therapists\, and how to know when higher levels of care are needed. \nIn addition to her clinical experience\, she will share treatment lessons from her own lived experience with the disorder. As a severe case of OCD\, her family came together to ensure Liz received the best care possible. She will pass on those lessons to you\, the attendee. \nYou will leave with a clear understanding of what effective care looks like and what to expect during OCD treatment. You’ll know what your loved one’s treatment will involve\, the difference between effective and ineffective care\, and when to make adjustments to their treatment. Dr. McIngvale will cover common roadblocks and provide guidance on how to ensure you are on the right path. Following the presentation\, Dr. Liz McIngvale will be available for a Q & A where she will answer any of your questions! \nWe will see you this Saturday\, November 8th\, from 11am to 1pm PST! Make sure to email info@ocdsocal.org to receive the Zoom link and visit www.ocdsocal.org for more information!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/family-and-loved-ones-online-ocd-support-group/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T163000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20251010T183654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T183655Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual OCD Kansas Conference 2025 - Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 3rd Annual OCD Kansas Conference 2025\, where we’ll dive deep into all things OCD from the comfort of your own home!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/3rd-annual-ocd-kansas-conference-2025-virtual-event/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Kansas":MAILTO:ocdkansas@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T233000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20251106T124616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T124616Z
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SUMMARY:Registration Continues for the Global\, Online OCD Conference Hosted by OCD SoCal!
DESCRIPTION:OCD Southern California is hosting a global\, Online OCD Conference on Saturday\, November 15th and Sunday\, November 16\, 2025! This 2-day event will feature top OCD experts from around the world presenting on new and emerging topics in the field of OCD and related disorders. \nThis event is for people with OCD\, their loved ones and family members\, treatment providers wanting to earn CEs\, and anyone interested in learning more about obsessive-compulsive disorder! After the event\, recordings of the presentations will be available to view for 60 days! For more information\, visit our webpage dedicated to our online 2025 conference: https://ocdsocal.org/conference. This includes information on the keynote speakers\, the full program and agenda\, and more! \nGeneral Admission pricing is currently available for $35 and for professionals (psychologists\, LMFT\, LPCC\, LCSW) wanting to earn 8.75 CEs\, the cost for the CEs and entry is $70. To register\, visit: https://ocdconference.eventbrite.com \nWe look forward to seeing you at our Online OCD Conference\, a Global Event\, on November 15 and 16\, 2025! Make sure to register today! Email us with any questions: info@ocdsocal.org! Register today: https://ocdconference.eventbrite.com \nAs always\, we do not want cost to prevent anyone from attending any of our OCD SoCal events. Please email scholarships@ocdsocal.org to receive complimentary registration through one of our scholarships. \nThis event will feature over 110 speakers\, over 50 presentations\, access to the recordings for 60 days\, evening activities\, and more. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/registration-continues-for-the-global-online-ocd-conference-hosted-by-ocd-socal-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD Southern California":MAILTO:info@ocdsocal.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T121336
CREATED:20251002T152500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T160826Z
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SUMMARY:OCD Awareness Day: Sharing Knowledge and Creating Hope
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in person full day of learning and hope with lectures by prominent researchers and expert clinicians in OCD and Related Disorders. Registration is open to 170 attendees. The morning will consist of lectures on various topics followed by afternoon small group breakout sessions. The day will end with a large group Q&A with our expert speakers. A bagged lunch\, coffee\, and refreshments will be provided. \nLocation: Pardes Building at the New York State Psychiatric Institute\, 1051 Riverside Drive\, New York\, New York 10032 \nRSVP: Attendance is Free. Pre-registration required due to seating capacity \nMeals: Bagged lunch\, morning coffee and pastries\, and afternoon coffee will be provided. Please remember to indicate your lunch preference when registering. If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies\, please let us know and we will make the necessary accommodations and contact you via email to confirm. \nParking: Please note that there is very limited parking connected to the Columbia campus. There are only 50 parking spots on a first come first basis. Attendees can utilize public parking garages near the campus. \nCo-sponsored by: OCD-New York\, Columbia Psychiatry\, New York State Psychiatric Institute\, Newport Healthcare\, and Bio Behavioral Institute.
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/ocd-awareness-day-sharing-knowledge-and-creating-hope/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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ORGANIZER;CN="International OCD Foundation":MAILTO:info@iocdf.org
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