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As part of our mission to raise awareness about OCD and related disorders, increase access to effective treatment, help end stigma, and foster a community, the IOCDF provides resources and programs throughout the year for individuals affected by OCD, their families, and mental health professionals, alike.

We connect everyone affected by OCD and related disorders with treatment resources and support. In addition, we spread awareness about OCD and related disorders to educate the public and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to access our free resources. The IOCDF Resource Directory is a comprehensive database of treatment and support for OCD and related disorders, including a list of licensed therapists, support groups, specialty outpatient clinics, residential programs, intensive treatment programs, and research programs offering treatment, and more.The Directory allows users to narrow their search by a variety of factors, including subtype, ages served, and race/ethnicity, ensuring that everyone who seeks help can find resources that match their individual needs.

As part of our mission to raise awareness about OCD and related disorders, increase access to effective treatment, help end stigma, and foster a community, the IOCDF runs programs throughout the year for individuals affected by OCD, their families, and mental health professionals, alike.

The IOCDF Training Institute has been created to offer a more comprehensive curriculum of professional training opportunities. Its curriculum is formatted in the style of higher education course catalogs, ranging from the 100-level basic trainings and to the 400-level advanced trainings (BTTI is now 200-level).

The IOCDF awards grants to investigators whose research focuses on the nature, causes, and treatment of OCD and related disorders. Learn more about:

Public policy affects us all in the OCD and related disorders community, from individuals to families to professionals.  The IOCDF seeks to serve as the voice of our community on Capitol Hill, uniting with other mental health voices on the federal policy issues that impact us the most.

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