Kids & Teens OCD Support Group
The Anxiety & OCD Treatment Center of Central Pennsylvania Gettysburg Road, Camp Hill, PA, United StatesIn this group, facilitated by 3 OCD therapists, individuals will be encouraged to share personal experiences with OCD. This group is for kids and teens and will be in-person. Please RSVP to Shannon at shannon@isthisocd.com.
Lived Experience Panel
Butler Hospital, Ray Hall Blackstone Boulevard, Providence, RI, United StatesThe Lived Experience Panel reflects a coordinated effort between OCD Rhode Island and Butler Hospital. The Lived Experience Panel is a diverse community of people living with OCD. Presenters will share their thoughts, experiences, and perspectives about living with OCD.
Hoarding Disorder: More Than Meets the Eye
ZoomRegister (under Event Website) for this free, educational program. Program is geared for those with lived experience and their loved ones yet all are welcome to attend. It’s estimated that 2-6% of the population, including up to 19 million Americans, have hoarding disorder. This program will focus on information regarding what hoarding disorder is and... Read more »
OCD, Evidence Based Treatments and hear from individuals with lived experiences
Dr. Marisa T. Mazza will lead an informative session on evidence-based treatments, exploring how therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) can be life-changing for individuals struggling with OCD. Date: 10-16-2024 Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm PST Where: ZOOM- click link below Cost: Free What... Read more »
In-Person Drop in OCD Support Group for Teens
Learn about what OCD is, common pitfalls and ways to work around them in this one time OCD support group. If you or someone you know is grappling with the challenges of OCD and seeking connection, understanding, and guidance, we are here to help. This teen support group, led by Ms. Melanie Errett, M.S., provides... Read more »
Understanding and Getting Help for OCD: 15th Annual Evening with Experts
ZoomThe International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) estimates that up to 4 million Americans, including 1 million children and teens, suffer from OCD. Early recognition of OCD symptoms is important, and OCD can be managed effectively with the right treatments. Drs. Jon Abramowitz, Aureen Wagner, Annette Perot and Jeff Sapyta will discuss various aspects of OCD and... Read more »
OCD Foundations: The Fundamentals of ERP
Upon completion of this 4-part weekly training series with Stacey Dobrinsky, Ph.D, of Anxiety Institute, participants will be able to effectively treat clients with OCD using evidence-based, gold standard treatment. Ideal for psychologists, social workers and related professionals to learn practical applications in treating OCD, using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Ideal for early career... Read more »
Creating Hope: An OCD Week Guided Creative Self-Compassion Activity
Advocacy is rewarding yet hard work, so OCD Awareness Week can bring both great excitement and exhaustion. Join IOCDF Advocates Alexandra Reynolds, Erika McCoy, and Maya Tadross for a guided self-compassion activity to give yourself a much needed break and practice self-compassion this busy OCD Week. We will harness our creativity to increase our self-compassion... Read more »
4th Annual YA SIG OCD Week Speaker Series
Join the YA SIG for our 4th annual speaker event focused on educating, empowering, and connecting our young adult community! Beginning at 8pm and running until 9:30pm, this event will feature back to back talks on The Role of Cognitive Biases in OCD, OCD and Intimacy, and How Sleep can Affect OCD. After the talks... Read more »
Supporting OCD Recovery in Your Loved Ones: Considerations and Practical Tips
ZOOM event hosted by Ms. Karla Rich, M.S., and Mr. Paul Zawacki LCSW. If you have a loved one with OCD, this is your chance to learn how to best support their recovery while also taking care of yourself. We’ll discuss practical strategies, communication tips, and self-care for family members. Bring your questions for the... Read more »
Check out our upcoming in-person and virtual events for all members of the OCD community.
Hosting an event of your own? Fill out this form to have it added to the calendar so community members can join in! Note: The events calendar is intended for informational purposes only. Inclusion in the IOCDF calendar is not an endorsement.
Learn more about IOCDF events, including our: