ACT for OCD: Why Problem-Solving Obsessions Doesn't Work

03/03/2023 12 min
ACT for OCD: Why Problem-Solving Obsessions Doesn't Work

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In this episode of our series "The ACT for OCD Toolbox: A Guide for Therapists," we talk about why obsessions aren't the source of the problem in OCD. The problem is the way people interact with them and try to solve them. Dr. Morrison uses 'The Leaky Pipe' metaphor to explain this concept experientially.  Faculty: Kate Morrison, Ph.D.  Hosts: Jessica Díaz, M.D.  Script Editor: Jazmin Soto, LPsy.  Learn more about "The ACT for OCD Toolbox: A Guide for Therapists" and earn 8.25 CE credits  Prefer to read? Here's a text version: "ACT for OCD: Why Problem-Solving Obsessions Doesn't Work"

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