SPECIAL ZOOM EVENT – GUEST LECTURER TO SPEAK ABOUT INFERENCE-BASED CBT FOR OCD
We are happy to announce that Katie Marrotte, MSW, LCSW, will be our guest lecturer at a virtual Zoom event we are holding on Thursday, November 16th at 7:30pm. She will be discussing the topic of Inference-Based Cognitive-Behavior Therapy for OCD. Inference-based CBT (I-CBT) is an evidence-based treatment of choice for OCD. I-CBT is an upstream modality that targets the obsessional doubt of the OCD cycle. When the obsessional doubt is resolved, then the anxiety and compulsive aspects of OCD do not take place.
Katie is a local therapist and OCD trainer with lived experience. She believes that those suffering from OCD deserve more evidence-based treatment options than just Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Katie is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in the treatment of OCD. Katie has a Master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Health and Mental Health from the University of St. Joseph in West Hartford, Connecticut. Social work focuses not just on pathology, but also looks at human development through a lens of policy, social justice, and social welfare to give a more complete look at factors affecting people on a grander scale. This background in social justice contributes to her passion for pursuing a more robust set of skills for treating OCD, as well as advocating for multifaceted treatment approaches and competency for OCD specialists.
Katie also runs a private practice offering Inference-Based CBT, Exposure Response Prevention, Mindfulness-Based Treatment, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for OCD. Katie believes that the most effective approach for treating OCD should be evidence-based, multifaceted, and most importantly, informed by the needs of the client.
Her website is ocdtrainingschool.com.
IOCDF Online OCD Conference (October 21-22, 2023)
October 21–22, 2023 (Saturday–Sunday)
The Online OCD Conference sponsored by McLean OCD Institute for Children and Adolescents is a two-day virtual event jam-packed with educational programming for those in the OCD and related disorders community (18+), including:
- Individuals with lived experience
- Family members & supporters
- Pre-licensed trainees & students
- Mental health professionals
Sessions and Q&A, Community Discussion Groups, and our Virtual Keynote will all be broadcast live via Zoom, meaning anyone can attend from anywhere in the world! Session presentations and the Keynote will be available on-demand for 60 days following the event, giving you plenty of time to access all of the #OCDCon programming.
Community discussion groups and session Q&A will not be recorded.
The Online OCD Conference is organized by the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), a donor-supported nonprofit supporting all those impacted by OCD and related disorders in partnership with OCD Southern California, an official Affiliate of the IOCDF.
The mission of the IOCDF is to ensure that no one affected by OCD and related disorders suffers alone. Our community provides help, healing, and hope. Our vision is that everyone impacted by OCD and related disorders has immediate access to effective treatment and support.
The IOCDF provides up-to-date education and resources, strengthens community engagement, delivers quality professional training, and advances groundbreaking research. For more information, visit IOCDF.org.
COLLOQUIUM – OCD: GETTING HELP AND SUPPORT FOR RECOVERY
In celebration of International OCD Awareness Week, OCD Connecticut is presenting a colloquium – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Getting Help and Support for Recovery – on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at Sacred Heart University (SHU) in Fairfield, CT. Christina Taylor, Ph.D., OCD Connecticut Clinical Board Advisor, and members of the Fairfield County OCD Support Group will discuss the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of OCD. The presentation is sponsored by The Human Journey Colloquia 2023 Series and is free and open to the public.
The panel will be held at 7:00 PM in the Loris Forum in the Martire Building at SHU, 5401 Park Avenue, Fairfield, CT.
Likewise, this year, the IOCDF has multiple ways for you to get involved during OCD Awareness Week. Go to the IOCDF website for more information.
THE ONE MILLION STEPS FOR OCD WALK IN FAIRFIELD, CT
OCD Connecticut is taking part in the One Million Steps for OCD Walk sponsored by @iocdf with a grassroots community walk during OCD Awareness Week in October 2023. This walk provides a supportive community, increases awareness, and raises funds for the IOCDF and its Local Affiliates, enabling them to continue their mission. Funds raised will benefit the OCD and related disorders community. Together we’re embracing uncertainty, one step at a time!
Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 9:00 AM (Rain date is Sunday, October 15, 2023)
Location: Jennings Beach, 880 South Benson Road, Fairfield, CT
You can support OCD CT by either registering to join our Community Walk Team or by making a donation to our team. Visit our Team Page for the One Million Steps Walk for more information.
SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD WITH ANXIETY AND/OR OCD – Q&A
LIVE FREE PUBLIC WEBINAR | Tuesday, October 3 | 2:00 – 2:30 PM ET
Join ADAA for an informative free live public Q&A webinar, presented in partnership with InStride Health.
The Q&A panel designed for parents and caregivers features experts Drs. Mona Potter & Kathryn Boger. Get answers to your questions and learn practical strategies to empower both you and your child to understand their worries and manage their anxiety and or OCD.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with experts and fellow caregivers, as we empower you with knowledge and resources to help your child thrive.
Presented in partnership with ADAA Institutional Member & Partner InStride Health.
OCD Awareness “Meet and Greet” Event
We are excited to announce that we are holding a “Meet and Greet” event on Monday, July 24, 2023. This event aims to raise awareness and educate the community about OCD. This will be a wonderful opportunity for us to meet with people who wish to learn more about OCD. This event is ideal for individuals and families living with OCD as well as family members and supporters of those suffering from OCD.
The event will be held at:
Trumbull Library
Community Room
33 Quality Street
Trumbull, CT 06611
Time: 6:00pm to 7:30pm
No fee is required, and refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP to ct.ocdf@gmail.com if you’re interested in attending. Seats are limited to 40.
Download the event flyer.
28TH ANNUAL IOCDF OCD CONFERENCE
The Annual OCD Conference brings together individuals and families living with OCD, mental health professionals, and researchers to educate and empower the community. This July, the International OCD Foundation invites you to learn about the latest treatments, research, and practices in OCD and related disorders.
This year’s conference will take place in San Francisco, CA on July 7–9, 2023 at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis.
Welcome to the largest international conference dedicated to OCD and related disorders!
This year’s event will feature three days of in-person programming for the entire OCD community, including:
- Individuals with lived experience
- Family members & supporters
- Mental health professionals
- Researchers
IOCDF has a great lineup in store for our community. They can’t wait to see you all!
Please note: This event is in-person with no virtual options and sessions will not be recorded.
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN IN LATE MARCH 2023!
Can’t wait to see you in San Francisco!
THE ONE MILLION STEPS FOR OCD WALK IN BOSTON, JUNE 3, 2023
The One Million Steps for OCD Walk is a community engagement event that provides individuals across the country the opportunity to connect, share stories, create impact, and show those who are struggling on their road to recovery that they are not alone. The OCD Walk is an opportunity to raise funds and awareness of what it really means to have OCD.
This year’s walk will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 9:00am ET at Carson Beach | 125 William J Day Boulevard, Boston, MA 02125
Click here for more information and to register or donate.
2023 FAITH & OCD CONFERENCE
ANNOUNCING THE 2023 FAITH & OCD CONFERENCE
Navigating OCD in Diverse Faith-Based Communities
Monday, May 1, 2023
REGISTRATION OPENING SOON!
The IOCDF is excited to present the third annual virtual Faith and OCD Conference on Monday, May 1, 2023! This unique event began out of recognition that many people living with OCD initially seek assistance from a faith leader prior to a mental health provider.
The conference was specifically created to address the needs of a diverse community — spanning all faiths, ethnicities, and backgrounds. We’ll provide education about effective treatment and ways to support those in the faith community living with OCD.
Join the IOCDF for this collaborative conversation between faith leaders, mental health providers, and the OCD community!
The conference will take place on Zoom, a HIPAA-compliant platform. Instructions on how to enter the event will be emailed beforehand.
Who Should Attend
Individuals with faith-based OCD, faith leaders, and mental health providers
Individuals & Families — Hear from faith leaders and mental health professionals about how to build a supportive network for recovery — and receive messages of hope shared by those impacted by OCD.
Faith Leaders — Hear from community members with faith-related OCD and learn how to recognize symptoms. Learn about treatment options and how you can help in the recovery process.
Mental Health Professionals — Hear how OCD and treatment intersect with your clients’ faith practices. Learn how to adapt your practice by integrating faith leaders and families in the development of treatment plans. CE credits provided.
Online Hoarding Disorder Conference
March 4–5, 2023 (Saturday & Sunday)
The Online Hoarding Disorder Conference offers an opportunity for professionals — from therapists and social workers to firefighters and other public safety officials — to learn how to work effectively and compassionately with individuals with hoarding disorder (HD).
This conference also provides critical information to individuals, families, and loved ones affected by HD to educate people and their families about effective and compassionate care.
The program for the Online Hoarding Disorder Conference will be released in January 2023. The full schedule will feature sessions for a variety of audiences:
- Individuals with Hoarding Disorder
- Family Members and Supporters
- Community Providers
- Clinicians and Researchers
Online OCD Camp
Saturday, February 4 – Sunday, February 5, 2023
Calling all campers (and parents!)
Registration is OPEN for our 2023 Online OCD Camp
The International OCD Foundation’s Online OCD Camp is a virtual event for youth with OCD, and their families! Created especially for youth between the ages of 6 and 17, OCD Camp will feature two days of interactive sessions and activities for three age groups. In addition, the program will include sessions for parents/guardians and opportunities for fun and socialization with other families.
