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 thought pops into your mind. These thoughts can be violent, sexual, blasphemous, or simply feel completely out of character. Whatever the content, they often bring…
read moreClinical Psychologist Dr Emily O'Leary from the OCD Clinic Brisbane explores what makes Exposure and Response Prevention so effective, so challenging, and so deeply human. A quote you might hear from me often is: “The thing about OCD recovery is that it asks you to be brave before you feel ready. But readiness comes in…
read moreIt’s natural to wonder about the meaning of life, our purpose, or what happens after death. These questions can inspire reflection and growth. But for some, these thoughts become intrusive, distressing, and impossible to shake. This experience is known as Existential OCD. Existential OCD is a subtype of obsessive-compulsive disorder where the core obsessions revolve…
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