ON-DEMAND OCD LECTURE SERIES FOR THERAPISTS
With upwards of 40% of PTSD clients carrying a lifetime OCD diagnosis, co-existing presentations are far more common than clinicians often expect, and far more complicated to treat. In this lecture, Dr. David Yusko covers evidence-based assessment for both disorders, how to distinguish OCD from PTSD symptomatically, and a collaborative decision-making framework for sequencing and modifying treatment when both are present.
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What You’ll Learn
WHY AND WHEN TO USE ACT FOR OCD
Including as an adjunct to ERP, as a second-line treatment for moderate ERP responders, and as a bridge for clients not yet ready for exposure work
THE FOUNDATIONAL DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACT AND CBT
Why ACT focuses on changing the relationship to thoughts and emotions rather than changing the thoughts themselves
THE SIX CORE ACT PROCESSES
Acceptance, defusion, values, committed action, self-as-context, and present moment awareness — and how each applies clinically to OCD
Practical skills for helping clients separate from obsessional thoughts so OCD content loses its grip on behavior
CONCRETE DEFUSION TECHNIQUES
Which clients benefit most, how the two approaches complement each other, and clinical considerations for when ACT should lead
HOW TO INTEGRATE ACT WITH ERP
Is this on-demand lecture right for me?
This video is for you if:
You see clients with OCD or PTSD and suspect the other disorder may also be present, but are unsure how to assess for it
You have a comorbid OCD and PTSD case on your caseload and are uncertain how to sequence
You want a framework for deciding whether to treat OCD first, PTSD first, or both simultaneously
You want to understand the symptom overlaps and distinctions between the two disorders to more accurately conceptualize complex presentations
You are seeing clients who completed ERP or prolonged exposure and want to understand how comorbid PTSD may be a factor
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Get access to individual videos for $20 each or bundle and save on the complete lecture series for $50!
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Family accommodation is one of the most powerful barriers to OCD recovery in children and adolescents. In this lecture, Dr. Caroline Haimm walks clinicians through the SPACE treatment framework and evidence-based parent coaching strategies to help families reduce accommodation and become active partners in their child's recovery. (56 minutes)
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ACT and ERP share more common ground than most clinicians realize. In this lecture, Dr. Catherine Schuler covers when and how to use ACT for OCD, as an adjunct to ERP, a second-line treatment, or a bridge for clients not yet ready for exposure work, including concrete skills you can apply immediately. (58 minutes)
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Meet Your Expert Lecturers
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![Dr. David Yusko PsyD co-founder and emetophobia and OCD specialist at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy Bryn Mawr PA]()
David Yusko, PsyD
POSITION: Co-Founder
MY APPROACH: I approach the process of therapy from two main perspectives – relational and behavioral. When I decide to begin working with an individual, I am making a decision…
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![Dr. Caroline Haimm PhD staff psychologist specializing in OCD and anxiety therapy for kids and adults at CABT Bryn Mawr PA]()
Caroline Haimm, PhD
POSITION: Staff Psychologist
MY APPROACH: I believe that change through therapy requires ongoing reflection, clarification of purpose, and sustained commitment from both client and therapist. My approach involves first helping clients…
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![Dr. Catherine Schuler PsyD staff psychologist specializing in OCD and anxiety therapy at CABT greater Philadelphia area]()
Catherine Schuler, PsyD
POSITION: Staff Psychologist
MY APPROACH: I believe that my role as a therapist is to help guide my patients towards living the fullest, most meaningful versions of their lives. Therapy with me is a collaborative process…
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Frequently Asked Questions About On-Demand Lecture Series
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These on-demand lectures are virtual via online videos.
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There is no right order! Feel free to choose which video feels most aligned with what you’d like to learn. Bundle and save on the entire series.
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Both options are available. Each video can be purchased individually, or you can purchase lecture bundles for a discounted rate.
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Each video is approximately 50-70 minutes long and can be watched at your own pace. You can pause, rewind, and rewatch as many times as you need, there's no expiration on your access.
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