At a Glance
OCD doesn't just affect the individual—it impacts entire support systems. Support sessions educate loved ones about OCD and provide practical strategies for supporting recovery without worsening symptoms.
Who is this for?
These specialized sessions are for parents, caretakers, & partners who want to understand the disorder, learn effective ways to support recovery, and discuss how to approach specific issues caused by OCD. Sessions can be scheduled as needed and any time throughout treatment.
Learning about OCD
You'll learn about the criteria of the disorder, its subtypes, how it operates as a cycle, what makes symptoms worse and what you can do to help. We'll explore how OCD operates as a "family disorder," often pulling loved ones into accommodating behaviors that unknowingly reinforce symptoms.
Communication Strategies
Learn specific responses and approaches for responding to OCD-driven distress and compulsions. These practical communication tools and behaviors help create an environment where recovery can flourish.
Setting Healthy Boundaries
Develop skills for establishing boundaries that support your loved one's treatment while preserving your own wellbeing. We'll address common challenges like managing daily routines when OCD demands accommodation.
Session Formats
Combined Sessions:
Often most effective when the person with OCD and their loved ones attend together, creating shared understanding and aligned approaches.
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Separate Support Sessions: