Is Pure O Real?You may have heard the term "Pure O". People say this is where an individual will have excessive intrusive thoughts without observable outward compulsions. Does Pure O actually exist? There may be some confusion with this. Let's go through how Pure O | Pure OCD is described and what treatment would look like for it. DISCLOSURE: Although I am a licensed therapist. This video is not intended to replace medical advice. This is for information purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a local mental health professional.⠀ Does Pure OCD Exist?Is Pure OCD Real?
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OCD Is A BabyI often think of OCD being a spoiled child. It's relentless; it doesn't seem to want to give up. I want to teach you some tricks to get your OCD to calm down and be less intrusive. It's a simple concept but tough to implement time after time. Topics discussed: 👉How your OCD is a winey baby 👉Why OCD is relentless 👉How “No Thanks” can be effective. 👉The power of using ‘maybe, maybe not” with your OCD. 👉How to teach your OCD that you’re not giving in. 👉How to take power away from your OCD. 👉Respond to your OCD the same way. DISCLOSURE: Although I am a licensed therapist. This video is not intended to replace medical advice. This is for information purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a local mental health professional.⠀ OCD is a spoiled childHow to respond to your OCDHow To Do Exposure and Response Prevention With A ChildThis video was very unplanned, but the opportunity came to show how to use exposure and response prevention with a child. My 1-year-old was very unsure about the fast-moving clouds outside. Instead of accommodating, we choose to do an exposure. 👉Let's go through what an exposure looks like for a child. Even a 1-year-old. 👉How to do an exposure with a child. 👉How to not accommodate an anxious child. 👉How to use mindfulness with a child. 👉How to recognize when a child is anxious. It is important for children to learn that their brains can send false danger signals. Remember, when it comes to your OCD and anxiety; it is your job to "Face The Unknown". ⠀ DISCLOSURE: Although I am a licensed therapist. This video is not intended to replace medical advice. This is for information purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a local mental health professional.⠀ ERP with a childERP with a 1 year oldHow To Be More Successful With Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)Exposure and response prevention can be tricky sometimes. It can be tough to even remember what to do and when to do it. Let's go through some tips and tricks you can use to help you be more successful with exposure and response prevention for OCD.⠀ ⠀ Topics discussed:⠀ 👉What kind of mindset you may need to be more successful. ⠀ 👉Create a mindset that helps you ask for reassurance less. ⠀ 👉Today, I am the person that.....⠀ 👉Riding the wave of anxiety.⠀ 👉How to keep your mindset throughout the day.⠀ ⠀ What would your "Today I am the person that...." statement look like? Comment below!⠀ ⠀ Remember, when it comes to your OCD; it is your job to "Face The Unknown".⠀ ⠀⠀ DISCLOSURE: Although I am a licensed therapist. This video is not intended to replace medical advice. This is for information purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a local mental health professional. Do exposures better for OCDExposure mindset for OCD |
AuthorNathan Peterson specializes in working with OCD and Anxiety related disorders and has done so for the past 7+ years. Archives
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