anyone know of any good books or workbook for OCD?

Hi everyone, recently diagnosed with OCD when I retired from teaching after 35 years. been with NOCD Since August 2023with a great therapist but still at the 2 appt per week stage, have a difficult time with intrusive thoughts popping up throughout the day and with sitting with uncertainty while doing my homework- rumination is the biggest issue for me while doing homework. Will be turning 65 in February and having some issues with Medicare so I may have to stop treatment. I had seen a post in which someone recommended a book or workbook about OCD that really helped that person. I think the authors first name was Brian. I will ask my therapist on Monday, but if anyone has any recommendations, I would really like to know. I’m using my non engagements responses and telling OCD ‘ I see you but I don’t have time for you today’ etc and working hard to move on with the day. Thanks.

Username: EstridEstrid

Date posted: 50w ago

My favourites are "The mindfulness workbook for OCD" Hershfield/Corboy, "Stopping the noice in your head"- Reid Wilson. Everything from Kimberley Quinlan, courses (CBTSCHOOL.COM), pod: your anxiety toolkit. In addition to ERP I have implemented meditation/mindfulness - to me so important. Everyday I do simple breathing meditations and it strengthens my mental muscles so I dont have to fall for the OCD tricks the same way.

Username: Gumby Gumby

Date posted: 50w ago

A book that I’ve been reading recently that has been a huge help is a book called “Just a Thought” by Amy Johnson, PhD. The book isn’t necessarily targeted towards an OCD audience but it does provide insight into how the mind works, how thoughts are formed, and what thoughts really are. I’m still reading through it but it has already provided me with clarity. I highly recommend looking into it.

Username: DebbrooksDebbrooks

Date posted: 50w ago

Thank you everyone. I will check all of those out.❤️

Username: Dee CDee C

Date posted: 50w ago

Freedom From Obsessive Compulsive Disorder by Jonathan Grayson PhD. The author is also a guest on the NOCD Wednesday night Webinar.

Username: ElevenBElevenB

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 50w ago

Mark DeJesus and Jaimie Eckert. Mark has quite a few books. But both have YouTube videos. They also have community sites for a monthly fee.

Username: Waging War Against OCDWaging War A...

Date posted: 50w ago

I agree. Both Jaime and Mark are excellent. You may enjoy "Brain Lock" by Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz if you haven't come across that yet. And shameless promotion - I recently published a book called "Waging War Against OCD - A Christian Approach to Victory." You can see more details at WagingWarAgainstOCD.com Full disclosure - as the title states - it is written from a Christian point of view.

Username: DebbrooksDebbrooks

Date posted: 49w ago

@Waging War Against OCD Thank you I will check this out I am catholic so it would be interesting to read.

Username: Huzionette

Date posted: 44w ago

Self-Help Reading for OCD

I’m a rookie when it comes to ocd (I have had it almost all my life but got diagnosed 3 years ago). I want to know which books were most helpful for your recovery (my main struggles are with false memory, guilt, shame, and real event). Also, I have been reading Albert Ellis’s book “How to stubbornly refuse to make yourself miserable”, would love your opinion on whether it was helpful if youve read it.

Username: tylermatthew...

Date posted: 40w ago

Any book recommendations on OCD ?📚

I’ve been wanting to further my own self help when it comes to OCD since I don’t have access to therapy just yet. Please give me your best recommendations !!❤️‍🩹

Username: bde

Date posted: 27w ago

Book recommendations for OCD

Has anyone found good books they’ve read that address OCD/provide coping strategies?

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