#ocdla

[theepitomeofamess]

has anybody else gotten a random email from the ocd center of los angeles? i legitimately have no clue how they got my name or email address. it seems like just a generic email invite to an online conference, but still how did they get my email and name when i've never looked at anything of theirs to my knowledge?

[diaryofaskinpicker]

Anyone who has suffered with Skin Picking Disorder knows the silent shame that accompanies it every day. Part of that shame is rooted in the belief that a “normal” person doesn’t tear into their skin – that a “normal” person doesn’t lose control of their behavior to the point of causing so much damage to themselves. And part comes from the fact that most psychologists and therapists are absolutely clueless about this condition and how to effectively treat it.

Skin Picking Disorder: Top Twelve Roadblocks to Recovery

Only the top three appear on the blog. Apparently you have to give the OCDLA your contact information in order to download the full article. Not a big fan of this, but thought the article itself might be an interesting read. And if you're in the LA area, the OCDLA might be a good resource. 

[ocdfree]

I'm finally looking into treatment, and my partner has even agreed to go to a support group so she can help support me too. I was just wondering if any of your followers have heard of OCDLA, and what are their thoughts on it. I'm incredibly nervous and want to reassure myself I'm in good hands, you know?

I've never heard of OCDLA myself but there are plenty of awesome OCD organisations I'm just lacking in knowledge on. I'll check it out and get back to you with my thoughts in a post (or another ask if you leave one), but I'd think if they're somewhat established they'll be more than trustworthy. Any organisation that wants to help with a disorder as misunderstood as this is awesome in my eyes.