Kim Vincenty never set out to become an advocate, but when her son was diagnosed with OCD over two decades ago, she found herself thrust into a world where resources were scarce, understanding was minimal, and treatment was often out of reach for many families. What began as a mother’s desperate search for answers quickly transformed into a mission to bridge the gaps in OCD care. From leading local support groups to founding her own nonprofit, JACK, Kim turned her family’s struggle into a lifeline for others. But Kim’s work is about more than just resources — it’s about changing the narrative around OCD. Too many families face the same heartbreak she did, watching their loved ones suffer while struggling to find real, effective help. Through her advocacy, she fights to ensure that no family feels alone in the battle against OCD. Whether it’s funding therapy for those who can’t afford it, planting new programs in underserved areas, or simply offering a voice of hope, Kim remains relentless in her goal: to give every person with OCD a fighting chance at recovery. If OCD is impacting your family, you're not alone. NOCD therapists specialize in ERP, the most effective treatment for OCD, helping individuals and families reclaim their lives. Book a free 15-minute call to learn more: https://learn.nocd.com/podcastChapters:0:00 Intro1:55 Kim’s advocacy group JACK MHA5:22 Getting “lucky” with OCD treatment decades ago8:10 Understanding OCD then and now9:31 How OCD diagnosis changes family dynamics10:16 Parental guilt over OCD12:14 Educating surrounding family members and friends about OCD 14:57 Starting JACK MHA20:43 How to support JACK MHA22:06 How Kim’s son is today23:55 Kim’s advice for families struggling to treat OCD26:00 OCD treatment outside of the U.S.29:55 Kim’s hope for the future of OCD treatment33:00 JACK MHA is a family affair34:48 What OCD resources Kim hopes become more available39:33 How cultures can clash when treating OCDFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ver todos los episodios