OCD in Teens: Why Symptoms Often Intensify During Adolescence — and How Specialized CBT Helps Teens Regain Confidence Most parents expect adolescence to bring new challenges — stronger emotions, academic pressure, changing friendships, and a desire for independence. What they…
Pure-O OCD: When Intrusive Thoughts Become Overwhelming — and Why ERP Brings Relief When Thoughts Feel “Too Scary to Say Out Loud” (We hear this all the time!) Many people with OCD have never heard the term “Pure-O” before they…
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Navigating the Challenges of ERP Therapy for Severe OCD & Levels of Care Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be a debilitating condition, impacting the lives of those who experience it in profound ways. For individuals living with severe OCD, accessing effective…
What is the Difference Between Shyness and Social Anxiety Disorder in Adults? Feeling nervous in social situations is a common experience. We've all had those moments where we feel shy or unsure of ourselves. But for some, this discomfort extends…
Understanding and Addressing Intrusive Thoughts in Children: A Compassionate Approach When children express what they perceive as "bad thoughts," it can be an understandably distressing experience for both them and their parents. These troubling thoughts—often blasphemous, sexual, harmful, or taboo…
Helping Your Child Face Their Fears: A Proactive Approach for Parents Fear is a natural part of growing up, but for some children, it can be a paralyzing force that hinders their development and potential. As parents, our role extends…
Why Rationalizing with OCD Doesn't Work: Understanding Why Your Someone With OCD Doesn't Listen to Logic OCD is a disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts, fears/obsessions, that lead to repetitive behaviors. While it is common to think that a rational conversation…
What is ARFID? And Effective Treatment in Orlando Many people have heard the term "picky eater" or "fussy eater," but what happens when extreme pickiness goes beyond a simple dislike of specific foods? That's where a diagnosis of ARFID or…
Courtney Hubscher, LMHC of GroundWork Counseling is interviewed by Emetophobia expert Anna Christie (click image to listen)