Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, commonly known as OCD, is a term that sadly, has been misunderstood and misused in our day to day language. It’s time we all understood the seriousness of OCD and stopped using it as a casual term! OCD is not a trend, it’s not a joke, and it’s not a quirk or personality […]

Just as everyone can have unique qualities – so too can OCD. OCD can present itself in many fashions – each individual having different and unique obsessions and compulsions.When acknowledging compulsions, we want to remember that they are mental or physical acts completed to reduce distress, often by seeking certainty. One way to seek certainty […]

Externalizing “Stick and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Or will they? Language allows us to communicate complex ideas. It allows us to explain abstract ideas and thoughts.  With language, we can make thoughts, ideas and emotions come to life. The words we use to speak with – to convey […]

OCD Wellness would like to wish you a Happy New Year! The New Year can provide us a great opportunity for a new and fresh start. It gives us incentive to stop bad habits and begin new habits. It creates a sense of optimism and hope to become the best version of ourselves and achieve […]

This holiday, make sure to set one more place at the table! This guest will be someone you know, but someone you would rather not have over for Christmas dinner! That guest will be none other than OCD! We know OCD likes to join us at the most inconvenient times. And the holidays are a […]

OCD Wellness is located in the Simcoe County community of Barrie, Ontario. But that doesn’t mean its support stops there. OCD Wellness offers support to all residents of Ontario. For areas such as Toronto and Greater Toronto Area, Ottawa, Mississauga, York Region, and the province of New Brunswick – OCD Wellness can help support you! […]

Why choose in-person ERP sessions? Facing OCD can be a very scary proposition. It can leave one with feelings of angst, fear and uncertainty. Don’t face that fear alone. In-person treatment sessions can help you face those fears in a positive and supportive environment! OCD Wellness’ current base of operations is located in the Simcoe […]

OCD Wellness recognizes how difficult it can be to take the first step to access support. Often – the first step is always the most difficult. However, in return that first step can also be the most rewarding! April is here to help you with that first step! Starting with that first call – she will […]

At OCD Wellness, we value and protect your privacy and confidentiality every step of the way! From the moment individuals reach out to OCD Wellness, we take steps to ensure the privacy and confidentiality of your information is secure. We recognize the unspoken trust that is placed in our hands – and we use a […]

Hi!Welcome to OCD Wellness Blog where we encourage you to live well with OCD. My name is April Vass M.S.W, R.S.W. I am the Founder and Owner of OCD Wellness. Before speaking about the OCD Wellness Blog, I wanted to share a bit about OCD Wellness.  OCD Wellness clinic offers counselling services to individuals living […]