NOCD

For years, #OCD shrunk bestselling author John Green’s world. His day-to-day life was hijacked by relentless intrusive thoughts that led to hours upon hours of compulsive checking, leaving him feeling trapped and powerless. But everything changed when John found specialized care that helped him fight back. Through exposure and response prevention (ERP) #therapy, he slowly began to wrestle back control of his life, and in an eye-opening interview with NOCD, he shared his heartfelt story of struggle and recovery. 📺 Watch our interview with John Green: https://lnkd.in/gbrq7Bu6 #MentalHealthAwareness #HealthEducation #BehavioralHealth

Our mission at NOCD is an ambitious one: to restore hope for people with OCD through better awareness and treatment. This means taking an individualized approach to treatment based on each person’s unique situation and the severity of their symptoms, since no two cases of #OCD are alike. Our therapists’ extensive training equips them to figure out exactly what you're dealing with and develop a treatment plan that is carefully tailored to your individual needs. When needed due to symptom severity, NOCD Therapists—like many in-person OCD specialists—are able to refer Members to intensive OCD treatment programs. With our highly personalized, evidence-based approach, NOCD Therapy Members living with severe OCD receive the elevated level of care they need—and achieve remarkable results. This can mean regaining the ability to care for their children, spending time with loved ones after years apart, or building a career after years of instability. To show how we’ve built a treatment model that allows us to serve those who need help the most, we’ve collected data on the outcomes people with severe OCD achieve through NOCD Therapy, and broken down how our approach treats severe OCD symptoms effectively. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gYDSGbQy #BehavioralHealth #OCDtreatment #HealthEducation

Representation in mental health matters. That’s why we’re proud to introduce Shades of OCD, a new YouTube series hosted by NOCD Therapist Saraa D. Lee, MSW, LCSW, that explores the nuances of OCD in Black and BIPOC communities. In the first episode of the series, Saraa covers #OCD and trauma recovery, weaving in her lived experience and professional insights from treating OCD as a specialty-trained therapist. Tune in to learn about the impacts of different OCD themes in Black and BIPOC communities, why diverse voices are crucial in the #mentalhealth space, the importance of treating OCD through a cultural lens, and empowering self-advocacy strategies that can lead to more inclusive care. 📺 Watch now: https://lnkd.in/gp-RFtuw #MentalHealthAwareness #HealthEducation #BehavioralHealth

📅 We’re less than 2 weeks away from the 2024 Behavioral Health Tech Conference and we hope to see you there! As the largest conference of its kind, #BHT2024 is a can’t-miss opportunity to connect with all #behavioralhealth stakeholders working together to increase accessibility, quality, and equity for everyone who needs care. In the session "Costly, Ineffective OCD Care Has Met Its Match—Through Gold-Standard, Specialty Telehealth Treatment With Significant Payer Savings” on Tuesday, November 5th, at 2:15 PM, our CEO and Co-founder Stephen Smith will be taking the stage with Jana Dost of Evernorth Health Services; Frank Webster, MD of Health Care Service Corporation; Douglas Nemecek, MD of Evernorth Health Services; and Marissa Plescia of MedCity News to discuss how NOCD is providing life-changing care to those with OCD while delivering measurable results and significant savings for healthcare payers. ➡️ See the full #BHT2024 agenda and register here: https://lnkd.in/gJTM7v2B

To start OCD treatment, you need confidence in your therapist’s ability to help with what you’re experiencing—especially if your symptoms are misunderstood or hard to talk about. At NOCD, we’re dedicated to building that confidence so our members can feel comfortable and safe in therapy. That’s why we extensively vet, train, and test NOCD Therapists, but we don’t stop there. We also have an entire team of #OCD experts guiding our treatment program: NOCD’s Clinical Leadership. These world-renowned clinicians and researchers have poured their expertise and passion into every aspect of our care. Meet the leaders shaping NOCD Therapy: Dr. Patrick McGrath; Dr. Jamie Feusner; Tracie Ibrahim, LMFT, CST; Dr. Nicholas Farrell; Taylor Newendorp, LCPC; and Dr. Mia Nunez. ➡️ Read more: https://lnkd.in/gAeKYMFw #HealthEducation #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealth

Uma R. Chatterjee, M.S., MHPS spent 25 years struggling with undiagnosed OCD, and after finally receiving the right treatment and experiencing a life-changing breakthrough, dedicated herself to advancing our understanding of the condition as a neuroscience Ph.D. candidate. Her story, recently shared by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), shows how exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy can open doors to a brighter, more hopeful future—even when #OCD feels overwhelming. We thank Uma for partnering with the NIH/NIMH to share her powerful story and raise large-scale awareness for OCD and evidence-based treatment. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g7UC_Cig #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #OCDtreatment

When someone is seeking treatment for a condition as debilitating, stigmatized, and isolating as #OCD, the last thing they need is to be second-guessing if their symptoms will be understood or if their therapist will know how to help them get better. The OCD community deserves #therapists they can trust: therapists who are qualified to treat exactly what they’re experiencing, who truly understand them, and who they can feel comfortable and safe around. That’s why at NOCD, we ensure every one of our therapists has been extensively vetted, expertly trained, and thoroughly tested before they ever meet a single one of our members. Read more about how our high standards help the OCD community begin therapy with confidence: https://lnkd.in/gMbdNA2c #HealthEducation #BehavioralHealth

Gold-medal-winning gymnast Aly Raisman is proof that OCD doesn’t define your worth or limit what you can accomplish. She’s a champion, a survivor, and an outspoken advocate for mental health and abuse awareness—and now she’s using her platform to destigmatize #OCD and share her journey. In the latest episode of our podcast “Get to know OCD,” Aly joins Dr. Patrick McGrath, NOCD’s Chief Clinical Officer, to talk about how OCD intertwined with her athletic career and her desire to normalize mental health conversations so others feel less alone. Aly is an inspiration for anyone seeking strength in the face of OCD or other #mentalhealth struggles, and we’re incredibly grateful for her honesty and openness. 📺 Watch our full interview with Aly Raisman: https://lnkd.in/gbMKmv8Q #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #HealthEducation

FREE Live CE Webinar | OCD Subtypes: Identification and Treatment OCD isn’t one-size-fits-all, and it's crucial for clinicians to understand its different subtypes. In our upcoming #continuingeducation (CE) webinar, NOCD's Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Patrick McGrath will provide you with the knowledge to identify and describe the many subtypes of OCD—such as harm, scrupulosity, and perfectionism—and tailor evidence-based treatment strategies to each one. Improving your understanding of OCD subtypes can be useful in building a stronger rapport and providing even more targeted and effective care. 📅This CE webinar takes place on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, from 11AM-1PM CT. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/gRW4u22D We’re here to help. You can reach out to ce@nocdhelp.com or (312) 620-0670 with any questions. #HealthEducation #PatientExperience

The constant media coverage of election season can make it feel impossible to think about anything else. Many of us want to stay informed, but struggle with the sense of tension and uneasiness it can lead to. #OCD can make these feelings—known as election anxiety—even more intense, potentially triggering compulsive behaviors. Here’s how you can strike a balance between staying informed and taking care of your #mentalhealth: https://lnkd.in/gW7tb4z9