Why Contamination OCD Isn’t Really About Germs
Jessica Otis Jessica Otis

Why Contamination OCD Isn’t Really About Germs

Contamination OCD isn’t really about germs, it’s about fear, uncertainty, responsibility, and emotional discomfort. Learn the true drivers of contamination OCD, why compulsions provide only temporary relief, and how ERP helps you build a healthier, more flexible relationship with uncertainty.

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Are You Ready for Therapy?
Jessica Otis Jessica Otis

Are You Ready for Therapy?

Wondering if you’re ready for therapy? If friends’ support isn’t enough, you’re self-diagnosing from social media, or OCD and anxiety are taking over, it may be time. Learn the signs you’re ready, why evidence-based therapy like ERP matters, and how professional support can help you find lasting relief.

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What if I Don’t Want to Stop My Compulsions?
Jessica Otis Jessica Otis

What if I Don’t Want to Stop My Compulsions?

Not everyone with compulsions wants to stop them. Learn why that may signal egosyntonic thoughts, how to tell the difference between OCD and OCPD, and why a trained therapist is key to understanding what’s really going on. Compassionate insight from a therapist who gets it.

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