#149: Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and ADHD with Therapist Natasha Daniels

In our culture, we hear the term “OCD” thrown around a lot. “I’m so OCD about…” While this isn’t intended for harm, it does foster confusion about what it really means to have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. It’s far more nuanced than the common idea of constant hand-washing or organization. OCD can be common in kids with ADHD, so in today’s episode, we talk with OCD therapist Natasha Daniels to hear from her 20+ years of experience with treating OCD. From understanding the diagnosis to getting the right treatment, Natasha shares what every parent needs to know to support their kids. MEET NATASHANatasha Daniels is an anxiety and OCD therapist with over two decades of experience. She combines both her clinical expertise with her lived experience, raising her own three kids with anxiety and OCD. She is the author of several books, including Anxiety Sucks: A Teen Survival Guide, How to Parent Your Anxious Toddler, Social Skills Activities for Kids, It’s Brave to Be Kind, and The Grief Rock. She is the creator of the website AT Parenting Survival, as well as the host of the show AT Parenting Survival Podcast and the YouTube channel Ask the Child Therapist. Her work has been featured in various places, including Huffington Post, Scary Mommy, PsychCentral, The Child Mind Institute, and The Mighty.LINKS + RESOURCESEpisode 149 TranscriptNatasha's InstagramOCD Courses for FamiliesThe Childhood Collective YouTube *Closed Captioning AvailableThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!)Our Sponsors:* Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code BEEF at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy