The OCD Treatment Group is an 8-session group for adults (age 18+) who are experiencing symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). A formal diagnosis is not required; however, participants must be referred by a clinician who has knowledge of OCD and believes OCD is likely present.
This group will help participants gain a better understanding of OCD, including addressing common myths and misunderstandings around OCD. Group participants will also have the opportunity to learn and practice foundational skills such as:
- Mindfulness
- Self-compassion
- Values-based living
- Distress tolerance, and
- Thought defusion
These skills provide a strong base for managing OCD symptoms and can prepare participants for more specialized exposure and response prevention (ERP) work.
Week 1 – Introduction and understanding OCD
Week 2 – Self-Care and Self-Compassion
Week 3 – Mindfulness
Week 4 – Distress Tolerance
Week 5 – Getting Distance from Intrusive Thoughts (Thought Defusion)
Week 6 – Exploring values
Week 7 – Creating SMART goals
Week 8 – Review and preparing for next steps in treatment
The OCD Group (8 sessions) will be offered on Thursdays- October 2, 2025 to November 20, 2025 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm island time (10:30 am -12:30 pm in Labrador).
Please email nlgroups@nlhealthservices.ca to get more information. Please indicate which group you are connecting for in your subject line.
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