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    The Southern California OCD Affiliate have joined forces to walk in support of reducing the stigma associated with OCD, increasing community support, and breaking down the barriers to getting treatment. Please join us in spreading OCD awareness at this year’s NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) 5K Walk in Irvine on October 10, […]

Our mission is to increase awareness and understanding of OCD throughout Southern California by sponsoring educational programs, connecting families with local resources, helping OCD sufferers find effective treatment and developing a sense of community that supports those with OCD and their families. Our affiliate will carry out the mission of the International OCD Foundation through programs at our local, community level.

This event is not affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Church

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the USC School of Medicine has launched a major study to identify the genetic causes of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Related Disorders. WHO? Anyone ages 7 and up with symptoms or a diagnosis of OCD and related disorders are welcomed to participate. WHAT? Participation involves completion of an interview […]

FREE SUPPORT GROUP Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month (June, July, August, November, and December we meet the 2nd Friday ONLY) 7-8:30pm a FREE support group is offered to individuals struggling with OCD and other related disorders, family members of those listed above, as well as any interested professionals. Located at Mesa Vista […]

The Gateway Institute offers support groups for those suffering from OCD, as well as families seeking additional support and answers about their loved one’s OCD. The individual support groups meet from 6-8PM on Monday's and Tuesday nights. Each group focuses on providing support, guidance and treatment solutions related to each individual’s progress. Sessions incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy […]

The Gateway Institute offers support groups for those suffering from OCD, as well as families seeking additional support and answers about their loved one’s OCD. The individual support groups meet from 6-8PM on Monday's and Tuesday nights. Each group focuses on providing support, guidance and treatment solutions related to each individual’s progress. Sessions incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy […]

At The Gateway Institute, we believe the inclusion of family members in the treatment process is imperative. Families are often on the outside looking in, with few strategies and tools at their disposal to help their loved one. To ensure optimal growth and healing, families need to learn how to respond to the OCD sufferer […]