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Staying Present When Your Child’s OCD Is Loud

Published 5 days ago • 1 min read

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When your child’s OCD gets loud, it’s so easy to get swept into the panic, the questions, the intensity.

But the calmer and more grounded you stay, the faster they can settle.

In today’s episode, I’m breaking down how to stay present when everything in you wants to react, and why this one skill changes the tone of your entire home.

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Use our OCD card deck for emotional support and personal growth. Our OCD deck of cards was created by seasoned OCD therapist, Natasha Daniels, using evidence based therapeutic approaches. A great supplement for CBT therapy, ERP therapy or on its own to support mental health for kids, teens and adults.

Action cards focus on therapy skills, exposures, and sitting with discomfort. Worthy cards focus on self love and self-esteem. Motivation cards focus on affirmations and inspiration. Support cards address your support system. Pick a card each day to grow your skills and support your OCD recovery!

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​7 ways to support your child with OCD this holiday season​

Trying to balance your child's needs with your own holiday stress can be exhausting, and it's okay to acknowledge that. You don't need to have all the answers, and you don't have to figure this out alone. There are tips to help you recognize an OCD flare-up, find evidence-based care that can make the holidays more manageable, and give your child a head start going into the new year. Read more about signs of holiday stress in kids with OCD, and how to support your child.​

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Learn How to be an Effective Anchor for Your Child

The most effective way we can support our child or teen with OCD is by learning how to manage our own emotions when they are struggling.
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If you want to learn how to be grounded, shift your mindset and be an effective anchor when your child is, register for my FREE upcoming series and I’ll show you how!
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Take care,
Natasha

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Hi! I'm Natasha Daniels

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