Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the ‘gold-standard’ treatment for reducing symptoms of Obsessive and Compulsive Disorder (OCD). ERP has also been found to be effective in symptom reduction for…
Written by Shireen Ali Intrusive thoughts often appear out of nowhere. You might be having a coffee or going about your day when suddenly a strange, unwanted, and often disturbing…
One of the most common questions I hear is: “Do I have OCD or anxiety?”. It’s an understandable question. From the inside, they can feel very similar - intrusive thoughts,…
Written by Shireen Ali, Clinical Psychology Registrar When you think about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), you might think about someone who is preoccupied with ordering things, checking things or even…
Written by Shireen Ali, Clinical Psychology Registrar The current geopolitical climate has increased our exposure to ongoing global conflict. Over the past few years, people have been consistently confronted with…
Written by Shireen Ali, Clinical Psychology Registrar Being an adolescent is hard. It's a time where young people are going through many psychological, biological and social changes. During adolescence, young…
If you’re looking for help with OCD, you may have searched something like “OCD specialist near me”. That’s an understandable place to start. OCD can be complex, distressing, and often misunderstood. Many…
Many people contact our clinic in Brisbane because they are distressed by intrusive thoughts. These are sudden, unwanted thoughts, images or urges that feel disturbing or out of character. Common…
Most people, at some point in their life, question their relationships. Wondering whether you and your partner are a good fit or whether you’re truly compatible with each other is…
A common but rarely discussed OCD theme involves doubting the disorder itself. Often, people find themselves getting stuck on the thought “What if I’m faking OCD?” People begin to analyze…
When people think of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), they often picture visible compulsions: excessive handwashing, checking locks, or repeated rituals that are obvious to others. While these presentations absolutely exist,…
If you find yourself trapped in a cycle of unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviours, you are not alone. OCD therapy in Brisbane supports individuals experiencing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a common…
