Why OCD is not an Adjective with Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale

In this episode, Lorain speaks with Dr. Liz McIngvale; the co-founder of new mental health training app MHNTI, the director of the OCD Institute of Texas, and adjunct faculty at Baylor College of Medicine. A nationally and internationally recognized authority on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Dr. McIngvale has published over 35 peer-reviewed journal articles, multiple textbook chapters and is a sought-after contributor to national expert panels, media, and conferences. This episode packs a punch, describing the importance of proper training when it comes to treating OCD, the importance in not using "OCD" casually to describe preferences, and gives the low down on the evidence based treatment for OCD,  Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).  She details her own OCD journey and how it has allowed her to dedicate her career to the treatment advancement of OCD research. Chapters00:00 Introduction to OCD and Its Impact03:00 Personal Journey with OCD Treatment05:46 Understanding ERP and Training in OCD Treatment09:05 The Launch of Menti: A New Training Resource11:35 Defining OCD: Misconceptions and Realities14:48 Subtypes of OCD: Understanding Variability17:28 Improving Clinical Practices for OCD Treatment20:16 Understanding OCD Assessment and Measurement22:31 Risk Factors in OCD Treatment23:48 The Importance of Values-Based ERP27:11 Aligning Treatment with Patient Values29:47 Resources for Finding Qualified OCD Providers32:11 Leveraging Technology in Mental Health Care37:21 Self-Care Strategies for Clinicians and PatientsLinks from the Episode:Yale Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS)Dr. Bruce PerryDr. Jon AbramowitzMHNTIContinuing Education: Many episodes offer a free CEU for licensure in Arizona through the Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. Content is relevant for continuing education across LCSW, LMHC, LPC, LMFT, NCC, NBCC, and psychology licensure.Subscribe and leave a review — it helps other therapists find the show.The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast is a biweekly conversation with Lorain Moorehead, LCSW a therapist in private practice.  With guests ranging from expert psychologists, therapists, researchers and authors, each episode offers a deep dive and keeps listeners from intern to advanced supervisor  in mind while dropping gems and aha moments for everyone who loves to learn! If you love learning and want to keep track of some future learning opportunities, grab your personal curriculum here!If you liked this episode, feel free to subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us be a top mental health podcast and resource.  See you next week!