ANXIETY SPECIALISTS BLOG
BlogCovering a range of topics from anxiety and OCD in children, teens, and adults.
The Real Reason Reassurance Seeking OCD Keeps You Stuck
Reassurance seeking OCD is one of the most common patterns I see. You probably already know what I’m going to say but it doesn’t stop the urge. Maybe you made a small mistake at work and now you can’t stop replaying it. You ask your partner, “Do you think I messed...
Comparing ICBT vs ERP for OCD Therapy Options
If you're trying to figure out the best way to treat OCD, you’ve probably come across ICBT vs ERP for OCD and wondered how they compare. ERP has been around longer and is backed by more research. ICBT is newer but gaining attention, especially among people who haven’t...
The #1 Mistake You’re Making in Your OCD Treatment and How Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Can Help
In this post I’m going to share what I consider the #1 mistake you’re probably making with your OCD and how Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT) can help. If you’re living with OCD, you know how exhausting it can be to constantly question whether...
“ERP Didn’t Work for Me” — Here’s What Finally Helped
Sasha* had spent months doing ERP — Exposure and Response Prevention — the gold standard for treating OCD. She put in the work. She followed the plan, sat with her anxiety, and really committed to the process. No matter how much she resisted her compulsions, something...
10 Signs Your Child Might Need Extra Support
As a parent, you want the very best for your child, so it’s natural to worry when things feel off. Maybe you’ve noticed your child struggling in ways that go beyond the typical bumps in the road—like trouble focusing on schoolwork, big meltdowns over small changes, or...
ADHD Testing in St. Louis
One of the most difficult parts of raising your kid is feeling unsure of how to handle moments of conflict. Do you find yourself floundering trying to figure out what the best thing to do is when your child struggles to sit still, seems to annoy other kids, or doesn’t...