Why ERP Is the Gold Standard for Treating OCD and Why Seeing A Specialist Matters Most people seeking help for OCD do not start with the right treatment. Families often spend months — sometimes years — in generalized talk therapy,…
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…
Intrusive Thoughts vs. Normal Worry: How to Tell the Difference If You’re Wondering “Is This Normal?” — You’re Not Alone Everyone experiences upsetting or unwanted thoughts from time to time. You might picture missing a stair and falling, imagine a…
Early Signs of OCD in Children: The Subtle Behaviors Parents Often Miss Understanding Early Childhood OCD OCD in children doesn't usually begin with obvious rituals or dramatic symptoms. More often, it develops gradually, starting with behaviors that look like typical…
Parenting a Child with OCD: A Guide for Families When your child is struggling, you want to do everything you can to help. But when their distress stems from something as complex and misunderstood as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), finding the…
Breaking Down Common Myths About Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) affect millions of people, yet they remain widely misunderstood. These behaviors—including hair pulling (trichotillomania), skin picking (excoriation disorder), and nail biting—often carry stigma and misconceptions that prevent individuals…
Perfectionistic OCD: Progress, Not Perfection, in ERP Therapy Perfectionism is often seen as a positive trait, a driver of success and high achievement. But for some, the pursuit of flawlessness becomes a relentless, all-consuming cycle of anxiety and compulsion. This…
PANS, PANDAS, or OCD? Understanding the Difference and Why it Matters At GroundWork CBT in Orlando, we provide evidence-based care for OCD, PANS and PANDAS. When a child suddenly begins to display alarming changes in their behavior, such as developing…
How to Practice ERP Techniques in Everyday Life By Marion Rodrigue, LMHC OCD Specialist (Orlando, FL) Living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can feel like an uphill battle, but there is hope. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy is a proven…