As an OCD therapist, here’s my favorite book on OCD.

There are a lot of great resources out there, but Getting Over OCD by Dr. Jonathan Abramowitz is the one I keep coming back to.

It covers the full picture. Cognitive work, challenging the beliefs underneath OCD. ERP, actually facing fears and reducing avoidance. And it brings in acceptance and values based work in a way that gives the process real depth.

It’s practical, structured, and also flexible. It helps you not just fight OCD, but build a life that matters.

There are also great companion books for families and newer work on living well with OCD.

Of course, working with a therapist is powerful. But even as a resource, this one stands out.

If you have other books you love, let me know.

#OCDRecovery #ERP #MentalHealth #OCDBooks #Anxiety

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For those in OCD therapy, here’s one way to go stronger.

Tell someone you trust what you’re working on. The exposures, the commitments, the goals.

It builds accountability. It helps you stay grounded when OCD tries to pull you back into your head.

You don’t have to do this alone. Let someone in, in a simple and intentional way.

That support can make a real difference.

#OCDRecovery #ERP #MentalHealth #Accountability #Support

Disclaimer: This Podcast and all of our mental health learning and educational content is not therapy and is not a replacement for therapy. Noah and Simon do not take this therapist-client role in any way for Resolvve.

Please seek professional help if needed. Go to www.resolvve.ca to get the support you need.

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One of the saddest parts of OCD is how alone people feel. There’s so much fear and shame around the thoughts, and a real worry that opening up will change how people see you.

Opening up can be incredibly healing, but it doesn’t have to be all at once. You can share a little, test the waters, go step by step. And if the first reaction isn’t what you hoped for, don’t assume that’s the final answer. Sometimes people are just confused, they’ve never understood OCD in this way before, and it takes time for it to sink in.

Give people a chance to understand. Keep the door open. You’re not your thoughts, and you’re not alone in this. I’ve seen so many people receive real support once others begin to get it.

#OCDRecovery #MentalHealth #Anxiety #ERP #OCD

Disclaimer: This Podcast and all of our mental health learning and educational content is not therapy and is not a replacement for therapy. Noah and Simon do not take this therapist-client role in any way for Resolvve.

Please seek professional help if needed. Go to www.resolvve.ca to get the support you need.

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