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SUMMARY:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (MGH Online Course - August 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive course is led by experts in research\, assessment\, and treatment of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). The course trains you to identify the clinical features of BDD and accurately differentiate it from other conditions that present in similar ways. \nTopics include how to: \nAssess and enhance motivation for treatment\nDevelop a personalized cognitive behavioral model for patients with BDD\nApply cognitive-behavioral and acceptance-based skills to treat BDD\nManage common pitfalls in treatment\, such as poor motivation and depression\nApply specific strategies for unique presentations of BDD\, such as cosmetic treatment-seeking
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-for-body-dysmorphic-disorder-mgh-online-course-august-2026/
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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SUMMARY:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for OCD in Children and Adolescents (MGH Online Course - September 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: September 21\, 2026 \nThis interactive course offers an overview of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for children and adolescents with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It is led by CBT experts Aude Henin\, PhD\, and Dina Hirshfeld-Becker\, PhD. \nThe course reviews diagnostic criteria for OCD\, the impact of common comorbidities\, the differentiation of OCD from other psychiatric disorders of childhood\, strategies to combat treatment non-adherence\, and much more. The course also focuses on evidence-based CBT interventions such as psychoeducation\, cognitive strategies\, and exposure and response prevention (E/RP).
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-for-ocd-in-children-and-adolescents-mgh-online-course-september-2026/
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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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/2026-09-07/
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:20260908T180000
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SUMMARY:Grupo de Apoyo para Padres\, Familiares y Seres Queridos de Personas con TOC
DESCRIPTION:Este grupo de apoyo está dirigido a padres\, familiares\, parejas de personas que viven con Trastorno Obsesivo-Compulsivo (TOC). El objetivo es ofrecer un espacio seguro\, confidencial y de apoyo mutuo donde los participantes puedan compartir experiencias\, aprender estrategias efectivas y recibir orientación basada en evidencia. \nA través de la psicoeducación y el intercambio entre los participantes \, se desarrollará una mejor comprensión del TOC\, incluyendo el papel de las compulsiones\, la acomodación familiar y la importancia de los enfoques terapéuticos como la Exposición con Prevención de Respuesta (ERP). \nComprender el TOC y su impacto en la familia\nReducir conductas de acomodación que mantienen el ciclo del TOC\nApoyar el proceso de tratamiento sin reforzar los síntomas \nEl grupo promueve un ambiente de respeto\, empatía y confidencialidad. \nFormato: Virtual\nIdioma: Español\nCosto: Gratuito\nFrecuencia: Segundo Martes de cada mes\nHora: 6 PM – 7 PM (hora Miami – USA) \nPara mas informacion visita: www.NBIweston.com\nO llamanos: +1 954 217 1757 \nTe esperamos!
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-padres-familiares-y-seres-queridos-de-personas-con-toc/2026-09-08/
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SUMMARY:Moms with OCD Coffee Talk
DESCRIPTION:Coffee Talk for Moms with OCD is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by the Moms with OCD Special Interest Group. Designed as a relaxed and welcoming space\, this event gives mothers living with OCD the opportunity to connect with others who understand the unique challenges of parenting while managing OCD. There is no agenda\, advice-giving\, or pressure—just meaningful conversation\, shared experiences\, and community. Coffee Talk meets on the second Saturday of each month at 8:00 AM PST / 11:00 AM EST.
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/moms-with-ocd-coffee-talk/2026-09-12/
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CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T133000
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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/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="OCD North":MAILTO:mlittle@ocdnorth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260914T160000
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SUMMARY:OCD Education Evening & Dinner / FREE for Health Care Professionals
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to bring leading OCD experts to the Okanagan for an evening dedicated to improving OCD recognition and evidence-based care. \nThis 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 event and dinner\, designed exclusively for 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀*\, has one goal: improving the recognition\, assessment\, and evidence-based treatment of OCD. The more clinicians who can recognize OCD early and understand evidence-based treatment\, the sooner individuals and families can receive the right care. \nFeatured Speakers: \n• 𝐃𝐫. 𝐏𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐲 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫\, MD\, FRCP(C); Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre\n• 𝐃𝐫. 𝐄𝐥𝐢 𝐑. 𝐋𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐳\, Ph.D.; Yale Child Study Center\n• 𝐃𝐫. 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐋𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬\, Ph.D.; UBCO & The CORE \n🗓️September 14\, 2026 \n📍Eldorado Resort\, Kelowna\, BC \n🎟️Registration is FREE (RSVP required!) \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/ocd-professional-education-evening-tickets-1992379325195?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/ocd-education-evening-dinner-free-for-health-care-professionals/
LOCATION:Eldorado Resort\, Kelowna\, BC CANADA\, 500 Cook Road\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1W 3G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connect 4 OCD":MAILTO:hello@connect4ocd.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T133000
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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/2026-09-21/
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:20260925T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T170000
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SUMMARY:BTTI for Treating OCD in Communities of Color
DESCRIPTION:The Behavior Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) is an in-depth intensive training course in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for mental health professionals who are treating individuals with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders. The BTTI was developed to help address the shortage of therapists properly trained in using CBT to treat OCD around the world. \nThe BTTI for Treating OCD in Communities of Color was specifically created for BIPOC clinicians treating BIPOC populations and will be taught by BIPOC faculty. To maintain the spirit and intention of the program\, registrants will be asked to attest to meeting this criteria in the registration process. \nThis program is lead by experts Dr. Monnica Williams and Dr. Jenny Yip serving as Clinical Co-Directors.
URL:https://iocdf.org/event/btti-for-treating-ocd-in-communities-of-color/
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
ORGANIZER;CN="International OCD Foundation":MAILTO:info@iocdf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T150000
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/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:4 Alliance Blvd Unit 10\, Barrie\, ON.\, 4 Alliance Blvd\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate-hosted
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