Supporting Someone Living with OCD: A Practical Workbook

Supporting someone with OCD is hard because well-meaning accommodation often makes the problem worse. This hands-on workbook walks you through evidence-aligned support with templates and case-based examples. By the end of this course you will have communication scripts for common situations, a structured plan to reduce accommodation thoughtfully, a professional care navigation plan, and a self-care plan for the supporter. What you will learn: - How to talk with someone you are worried about in supportive ways - How to recognize family accommodation and the role it plays - How to plan accommodation reduction in coordination with treatment - How to navigate the search for therapists trained in evidence-based OCD treatment - How to handle moments of high distress without reinforcing the cycle - How to support consistent treatment engagement across weeks and months - How to take care of yourself as a long-term supporter The course is structured as a workbook. Each module provides scripts and templates. The practices are designed for sustained use alongside professional treatment. This course is written for adults supporting someone with OCD. It is educational and does not replace medical or psychological care. By the end you will have a practical, evidence-aligned support toolkit that complements professional treatment rather than working against it.