Category: inference-based therapy
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CBT Therapist Turned Author: Carol Edwards Opens Up About Visual Tourettic OCD
While visual Tourettic OCD shares the origins of classic OCD, it also involves involuntary gazing, possibly linked to heightened exogenous attention from external sources.
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How to Overcome Non-Contact Contamination OCD (Exclusive Content)
This 15-page document differentiates non-contact contamination obsessions from contact contamination fears, detailing aversion to touching and the resulting fear of disease transmission. It examines how this differs from non-touch human interaction and explores the associated consequences. The document also discusses treatment methods, providing motivational interview examples and a homework checklist.
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Understanding Possibility vs Probability in OCD
Even though it is impossible to measure and evaluate the chances of obsessive fears occurring, people with OCD still doubt their sensory perceptions when confronted with these fears. Due to this, they rely on what we call OCD’s logic to find the truth and put doubt to rest.
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How A Different Evidence-Based Treatment Can Effectively Help With Obsessive Doubt and Uncertainty
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves obsessions and compulsions triggered by fear and doubt, impairing daily life. Inference-based cognitive therapy helps individuals reconnect with reality and overcome OCD. “3 Effective Ways to Treat OCD and Reclaim Your Life” by Carol Edwards provides more information on this evidence-based treatment.
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Understanding I-CBT Therapy for OCD: A New Perspective
Since nothing can validate an obsession, terrible things can only happen in your imagination. Therefore, what is the point of compulsions? Remember, you don’t need compulsive behaviours to protect your authentic self because an obsession isn’t about you; it’s about an imaginary self OCD presented to you.
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Embracing Reality: Overcoming False Memories in OCD
I reached a moment of clarity where I realised I needed some support. I discovered a wonderful therapist who quickly identified my struggle with false memory associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder. At first, I was unsure, as my memory of that night felt so genuine.