How to Get Rid of OCD Doubt and Start Trusting Yourself Again

How to Get Rid of OCD Doubt and Start Trusting Yourself Again

Have you ever had a thought like:  “I know this is probably nothing, but what if I’m wrong?” That’s the trap of OCD doubt. It creates constant uncertainty, making even obvious decisions feel impossible. This post explores why OCD doubt feels so real, what keeps the...
Who am I without OCD? Life after OCD Recovery

Who am I without OCD? Life after OCD Recovery

What’s life like after OCD Recovery? You’ve been working on your OCD, maybe you’ve done exposures, tried some ERP or ICBT, or just started questioning whether you really need to check that door handle five times. The compulsions are quieter now. But...
Where OCD Thoughts Come From

Where OCD Thoughts Come From

Have you ever wondered where OCD thoughts come from? When an OCD thought shows up, it can feel like it came out of nowhere. You’re going about your day, living your life, and the next minute you’re flooded with anxiety and stuck in a loop, questioning, reviewing,...
How ICBT Helps with the Fear of Losing Control and Hurting Someone

How ICBT Helps with the Fear of Losing Control and Hurting Someone

 If you’ve ever had a fear of losing control and hurting someone, you’re not crazy and you’re not dangerous. Sometimes, that’s just how OCD works. Harm OCD is brutal because it doesn’t just make you doubt what might happen. It also makes you doubt who you are. The...