Understanding and Treating OCD - Not Just a Quirk

Capability Levels: Emerging and Evolving

The aim of this webinar is to equip you with a clear and concise model designed to guide the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). You will gain a thorough understanding of how to effectively assess and treat OCD, along with strategies for supporting loved ones affected by the disorder. The session will include a detailed case study example, illustrating practical applications of the model. Additionally, the webinar will explore approaches for long-term engagement with clients as well as strategies that can be implemented within a single-session framework, ensuring you leave with a well-rounded perspective on managing OCD in various contexts.

Who should attend?

This webinar will be catered to social workers or health care professionals with beginner to intermediate level understanding of OCD. Those who are interested in or who work with people with OCD, or by people who may come across someone with OCD.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand OCD within a practical client-friendly framework
• Build skills in assessing symptoms of OCD
• Develop an understanding of and develop an introductory set of skills in applying Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) in the treatment of OCD.
• Establish a sense of how to work with family and loved ones who have been impacted by ERP.

Event Structure:

Introduction

Learning Session 1: OCD within a Practical Client-Friendly Framework (15 mins)

Learning Activity 1: Interactive group discussion

Learning Session 2: Assessing and Introductory Treatment of OCD symptoms (20-25 mins)

Learning Activity 2: Case Study

Learning Session 3: Supporting Clients Family and Loved Ones (20-25 mins)

Learning Activity 3: Case Study

Q&A and Conclusion

Can't attend live? Your registration includes a copy of the presentation slides and 2 weeks' free access to the event recording.

AASW Credentials: Mental Health, Clinical SW