International OCD Foundation

Calling Clinicians of Color 📢 Join the International OCD Foundation in Detroit from September 25–27 for the 5th annual Behavior Therapy Training Institute for Treating OCD in Communities of Color. This intensive three-day training equips clinicians with the skills to effectively treat obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders using exposure and response prevention (ERP) — the gold-standard, evidence-based therapy for OCD. Designed specifically for Clinicians of Color who serve Clients of Color, this specialized session centers culturally informed care and clinical excellence. Clinical Co-Directors Jenny Yip, PsyD, and Monnica Williams, PhD bring both deep expertise in OCD treatment and lived understanding of the communities this training is designed to support. Visit bit.ly/4p2x3n4 to register 🎉

Thank you for an amazing conference in Seattle! We hope you had an amazing time. Share your favorite conference memory below! 👇 A reminder that you can still sign up for virtual conference playbacks at iocdf.org/ocdcon until October 10, 2026! 🎉

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Missing the Annual OCD Conference? Repping OCD Awareness is in style all year long! 💙 Not to mention that we are still offering our vintage-inspired OCD merch for $5! 👀 All items support education, advocacy, and research while helping start important conversations about OCD and related disorders. Shop now at shop.iocdf.org 👕

Our very own Steph Cogen on FOX13 talking about #OCDCon 🎉 With conference week behind us, we'd love to hear your thoughts! What was your favorite moment or session?

#OCDCon 2026 Day 2 was a success! Art, laughs, speeches, and a pirate? 👀 More excitement to come today for day 3! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Keep tagging us! We love seeing your Seattle / Con experiences! 🌎

The Annual OCD Conference officially kicks off in ✨ONE DAY ✨! There is still time to register for virtual sessions! Register today 👉 iocdf.org/ocdcon

The Annual OCD Conference officially kicks off in ✨TWO DAYS ✨! There is still time to register for virtual sessions! Register today 👉 iocdf.org/ocdcon

The Annual OCD Conference is officially in 3 days! There is still time to register for virtual events. 👀 With a virtual registration, you'll be able to watch live virtual sessions, connect with other attendees through chat and direct messages, and more! Register for virtual sessions today at iocdf.org/ocdcon Joining us in Seattle? Prefer to register in person? Onsite registration will be available throughout the conference, and we do not anticipate running out of spots. Registration hours are: 👉 Thursday: 8AM to 7PM 👉 Friday: 7AM to 6PM 👉 Saturday: 7AM to 6PM 👉 Sunday: 7AM to 11AM

Our Summer 2026 OCD Newsletter is here! ☀️ Explore compelling community stories, articles on digital reassurance seeking and sensory phenomena in OCD, the latest Foundation news, research updates, and opportunities to get involved. 💙 Find the latest issue here 👉 iocdf.org/programs/newsl…

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize that everyone deserves access to quality mental health care, support, and resources. OCD and related disorders affect people of every race, ethnicity, culture, and background. But for many, finding the right diagnosis or accessing evidence-based treatment isn't always easy. Barriers like stigma, cost, language, and limited access to culturally responsive care can make getting help even more difficult. At the IOCDF, we're committed to helping change that. Through initiatives like our BIPOC and Spanish-Language Behavior Therapy Training Institutes, research focused on reducing disparities in OCD care, and educational programming at the Annual OCD Conference, we're working to make effective treatment more accessible for everyone. We're also proud to support the RESPECT Toolkit, a free resource that helps clinicians provide culturally responsive, evidence-based treatment for youth with anxiety and OCD by integrating clients' identities, cultures, and lived experiences into care. 👉 respecttoolkit.com This month, and every month, we're committed to building a community where everyone affected by OCD and related disorders can find help, healing, and hope. 💙 Learn more 👉 iocdf.org

Ask the Experts with Dr. Liz McIngvale & Chris Trondsen, LMFT! x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

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Can't join us in Seattle? You can still experience OCD Con from wherever you are! With a virtual registration, you'll be able to: 💻 Watch live virtual sessions from July 10-12 💻 Connect with other attendees through chat and direct messages 💻 Submit questions during sessions through the live Q&A 💻 Access recordings of all Virtual Sessions for 90 days after the Conference 💻 Earn Continuing Education (CE) credits for recorded sessions with an additional fee Whether you're attending from across the country or across the globe, you can still learn from leading experts, hear the latest research, and connect with the OCD community! Register today at iocdf.org/ocdcon

No one should have to face OCD or a related disorder alone. At the Annual OCD Conference, you'll find more than education. You'll find connection, understanding, and a community where everyone belongs. Hear from Dr. Judy Mier Pichette and the IOCDF Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Action Council about their commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive community where everyone can learn, connect, and feel they belong. Join us from July 10-12 in Seattle OR virtually from wherever you are! Learn more and register 👉 iocdf.org/ocdcon

School can be challenging for students with anxiety or OCD, but the right support can make a meaningful difference. Aly Raisman highlights Anxiety in the Classroom, a free online resource center designed to help school personnel, students, and families better understand anxiety and OCD in school settings. The site offers educational materials, practical tools, and guidance to help create supportive learning environments where students can thrive. Learn more 🔗 anxietyintheclassroom.org

Today is National PTSD Awareness Day. PTSD can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event and may affect how a person thinks, feels, and responds to the world around them. While PTSD and OCD are distinct conditions, they can sometimes occur together, creating unique challenges for those seeking support and treatment. Our "Trauma & PTSD in OCD Special Interest Group" (SIG) brings together individuals interested in understanding and navigating the intersection of trauma, PTSD, and OCD 👉 bit.ly/4epbBoX You can also check out our "Ask the Experts" episode on OCD, PTSD, and Trauma here 👉 bit.ly/4gy1TBQ

The IOCDF is the leading authority on obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders. We provide up-to-date OCD education and resources, strengthens community engagement, delivers quality professional training, and advances groundbreaking research. A big thank you to Aly Raisman for spending the day at our office!

Ask the Experts with Dr. Derrick Matthews for Pride Month! x.com/i/broadcasts/1…