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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!

Research Roundtable

Our understanding of OCD is constantly evolving, with exciting new research about the psychology, biology, and treatment of the disorder published daily. But research articles are complicated, technical, and often inaccessible unless you work in academia. This stream bridges the gap to bring you a clear and concise update on the world of OCD research! Each month, hosts Jonathan Abramowitz, PhD, and IOCDF Advocate Kyle King pick a hot topic in OCD literature to dissect with expert researchers in the field. Whether you’re a clinician, a researcher, or someone impacted by OCD, we guarantee you’ll find it fascinating

Town Hall

If you’re an individual with OCD/related disorders, a significant other, a family member, a friend or a clinician, this is the spot to hear different perspectives on a variety of topics important to you. Town Halls are hosted by experts and individuals with lived experience, exploring subtypes, symptoms, and co-occurring conditions in understandable ways. So whether you’ve just discovered the community or you’re a veteran, you’re sure to learn and feel supported during this 90-minute livestream. (And be sure to bring your questions; this is a great opportunity to access some of the best minds in the field.) 

Lunch and Learn

Clinicians and IOCDF Advocates Chris Trondsen, MS, AMFT, and Liz McIngvale, PhD, share professional clinical insights and education around OCD, anxiety, and related disorders in this lunchtime stream for all audiences. Liz and Chris will cover a variety of mental health topics and share personal insights gained from their own journeys with OCD and related disorders. Often, professionals with specific clinical background and knowledge on a topic will join the conversation. Tune in to learn more about specific topics and treatment!

IOCDF and ADAA: Pathways to Success in OCD Specialization for Early Career Professionals

Calling all students, trainees, and recent graduates — we want YOU to consider becoming an OCD specialist! Join us for this livestream event, a partnership between the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) and the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), to learn more about the exciting and rewarding field of treating OCD. No matter where you are in your career journey, whether you are still a student or have recently graduated, our fantastic panel representing various OCD treatment disciplines will be ready to answer your questions. Gain practical advice about each discipline, the benefits of specialization, and opportunities for training, education, and resources through IOCDF and ADAA.

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.

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.