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Religious scrupulosity is a form of OCD that causes obsessive fears about morality, sin, and spiritual consequences. In this post, we break down the symptoms, share real-life examples, and explore how evidence-based treatment can help you find relief and peace.

In this blog post, we delve into the core fear of being a 'bad person' in OCD—a fear that drives distressing obsessions and compulsions across various forms. Learn about the ways this fear manifests and discover evidence-based strategies like CBT, ERP, and Inference-Based CBT to manage and overcome this core fear.

Discover how incorporating leisure activities through Recreation Therapy can significantly enhance your mental and physical well-being. Learn about the barriers to leisure and how to overcome them to lead a more fulfilling and balanced life

Pedophilia OCD (POCD) is a subtype of OCD characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts and images about pedophilia, which do not reflect the individual's desires or intentions. This condition causes intense psychological distress and fear, making it difficult for individuals to seek help due to the isolating and stigmatizing nature of these thoughts.

Perfectionism and over-control are complex issues often rewarded in society, but they can negatively impact well-being and relationships. Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) addresses these issues by fostering emotional connection and openness.

This post explores the film adaptation of John Green's novel "Turtles All The Way Down," which delves into OCD, particularly through existential and contamination OCD.

Selective mutism is a complex and often misunderstood condition where an individual is unable to speak in certain social situations, despite having the ability to speak in others. This condition is more than just shyness; it's a severe anxiety disorder that can significantly impact a person's life.

People often wonder if spirituality or religion is discussed in therapy, and the answer is yes. Psychotherapists can create a sanctuary for clients, incorporating their religious or spiritual values into sessions, reflecting the deep connection between spiritual and psychological care.

Inference-based Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (I-CBT) is a novel approach to treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), focusing on the concept of 'inferential confusion' where obsessions are seen as a result of flawed reasoning, rather than misinterpretations of intrusive thoughts.