How To Stop A Panic AttackDo you know what to do during a panic attack? Did you know there is treatment? It might look different than you’ve expected. Panic attacks can happen at any time and can often be mingled with stress, anxiety, or OCD. Let’s go through Panic Attacks, why you have them, and what to do with them. What to do during a panic attackTreatment for panic attacks
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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 OCDStop Competing With Your OCD
OCD is LOUD! It tries to rattle you and the more you "fight" or try to make sense of it the more it becomes louder. Both competing to see who wins or who can be the loudest. Instead of competing what if you tried being quieter?⠀
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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.⠀⠀ Harry Potter and OCD
There are many scenes in Harry Potter that can show how OCD works without knowing it. ⠀ A scene with the devil's snare shows OCD, compulsions, and the struggle.⠀ ⠀
Devil's Snare is an extremely dangerous plant that will, as suggested by its name, ensnare wizards when disturbed. It strangles those who approach it by wrapping them in its tendrils.⠀ ⠀ Topics discussed:⠀⠀ Comparing OCD to the Devil's snare from Harry Potter.⠀
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.⠀⠀ How to ACT like OCD has no power
When someone uses exposure and response prevention and are facing their fears; they essentially are acting like the perceived fear/threat doesn't matter. Thus taking power away from it. I have individuals pretend they are in acting or in film school. It is time to do their final project in front of the class. You have to prove that the fear you are facing through ERP does not scare you. Depending on how you act, facial expressions, body language and the effort you put into it; would they believe you? What grade would you get for your final project?
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How to teach OCD whos the bossHow to teach anxiety whos the bossOCD is like a magic trick
OCD is like a MAGIC TRICK! It will entice you to figure out how it's done. Your brain goes into problem-solving mode. Sometimes it won't stop until there is a conclusion. This is EXACTLY what OCD does! It draws you in and sends you through loops until you gain certainty on your OCD fear or topic. Watch me do some real magic tricks and figure out if you are getting fooled by your OCD.
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Remember 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. OCD can trick youOCD can fool youSneaky compulsions for OCD and Anxiety
Have you asked for reassurance from a loved one and they have no idea that they just reassured you? This is an example of a sneaky compulsion. Are you doing them?
The following topics are covered: ----What Sneaky compulsions look like. ?Example of sneaky compulsions. ?What is a compulsion? ?Why doing a compulsion is dangerous. ?Reassurance Seeking ?Avoidance ?Talking about your OCD story can be helpful and harmful. ?What your job is when a loved one accommodates or reassures you. ?How our brain is designed to react to anxiety. ?Comparing problem-solving and having a headache. Remember 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. Compulsions are harmfulCompulsions do not help with OCDExposures vs. Being Exposed for OCD
Did you know there is a difference between doing an exposure or using ERP and just being exposed? ? I hear many individuals say that they've been doing exposures when really they've just been exposed.
Do you know the difference? Let's go through the difference between being exposed vs. doing an exposure and make your ERP more effective. Remember 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. Being Exposed vs. Doing Exposures For OCDHow To Do Exposures For OCDWhat is Symmetry OCD
He grabs the door. He pulls once with his left hand and then once with his right. He sits waiting for the bus; the left near the window won't due, he must sit in the middle. Tap tap goes his left foot. Tap tap goes his right. The teacher hands out markers. The little girl next to him hands her six. Six is not right, he quickly hands one back. He waits for his mom to pick him up. His eyes scan the corners of the building. One, two, three, four; he counts to himself. All is safe. All is right in his little world controlled by symmetry OCD.
The subtle movements to balance the body, the small gestures to tap just right. The mental games hidden in the dark recesses of the mind. It is often only discovered after years of balancing. Years of counting. Years of compulsions. Let’s talk about how to spot Symmetry OCD who have this OCD theme. Bloopers at the end indicate vulnerability. None of us are perfect and it's important to show and embrace our imperfections. ? Perfectionism OCDTreatment for Symmetry 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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