Ask the Experts

You ask, they answer: OCD experts and IOCDF Advocates Liz McIngvale and Chris Trondsen join together to answer your questions and share clinical insights and education around OCD, anxiety, and related disorders. This stream is intended for all audiences and provides both clinical and personal perspectives, as Liz and Chris have experienced their own journeys with OCD along their paths to becoming licensed clinicians in the field. Join us to learn more about OCD, treatment, and specific topics. Be sure to bring your questions!

“From Feeling Alone to Reaching Millions” – Stuart Ralph of The OCD Stories Podcast

OCD Southern California and the Family and Loved One's OCD Support Group presents: “From Feeling Alone to Reaching Millions” - Stuart Ralph of The OCD Stories Podcast. At this Saturday’s (02/10/2024) virtual event, we are featuring guest speaker Stuart Ralph, the host of the incredibly popular "The OCD Stories" podcast (5+ million global downloads)! https://theocdstories.com!... Read more »

BCCH OCD Speaker Panel

The Chan Centre 938 W 28th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Join us for a guest lecture followed by a panel discussion to learn about OCD in youth, best treatment approaches and the journey to recovery.  

Exploding Head Book Launch

Goodman Community Center Ironworks Building 149 Waubesa St., Madison, WI, United States

Celebrate the launch of Exploding Head, Cynthia Marie Hoffman’s memoir in prose poems about her life with OCD. The award-winning poet will read from her new book, followed by a conversation with Uma Chatterjee - neuroscientist, @IOCDF Advocate, & Board Member of @OCDWisconsin! Cynthia Marie Hoffman is the author of four collections of poetry: Exploding Head, Call Me When You... Read more »

Let’s talk: Supporting the Hispanic community in overcoming OCD and anxiety

Suniland Park 12855 Pinecrest Parkway, Pinecrest, FL, United States

South Florida bilingual experts will demonstrate how Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) can be tailored to address the unique psychological needs of the Hispanic population, ensuring culturally sensitive care. The panelists will address the following topics: Parenting, family accommodation, medication for children and adolescents and postpartum OCD and anxiety. Open to the community. All are welcome... Read more »

Research Roundtable: OCD and Sleep

In our latest Research Roundtable, a panel of experts will dive into the complex topic of OCD and sleep. With a roundtable discussion and audience questions, this conversation will span exciting research developments about OCD and sleep. Hosts Kyle King and Jon Abramowitz, PhD, will be joined by researchers Jacob Nota, PhD, Rebecca Cox, PhD, and Meredith Coles, PhD.

Ask the Experts

You ask, they answer: OCD experts and IOCDF Advocates Liz McIngvale and Chris Trondsen join together to answer your questions and share clinical insights and education around OCD, anxiety, and related disorders. This stream is intended for all audiences and provides both clinical and personal perspectives, as Liz and Chris have experienced their own journeys with OCD along their paths to becoming licensed clinicians in the field. Join us to learn more about OCD, treatment, and specific topics. Be sure to bring your questions!

Supporting Our Families

Join us for an enlightening Q&A session where parents can engage live with young adults who have firsthand experience growing up while managing their OCD. Gain valuable insights, ask questions, and find hope as these brave individuals share their successes and strategies in navigating life with OCD along with our expert, Natasha Daniels, LCSW and Moderator Chris Baier.

Diversity Roundtable: DEIAC

For this month's Diversity Roundtable host Darlene Davis Goodwine will be joined by members of the IOCDF's Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Action Council. Council members will provide updates on the group’s meaningful work and engage with audience questions.

Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts

Host Chris Trondsen and Liz McIngvale team up to answer your questions, share clinical insight, education and personal experiences around OCD, anxiety, and related disorders. This stream is intended for all audiences and provides both clinical and personal perspectives, as Liz and Chris have experienced their own journeys with OCD along their paths to becoming licensed clinicians in the field.


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