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Visit the OCD Southern California Exhibit Table at the IOCDF Annual OCD Conference in Seattle to Receive A Special Discounted Rate for our November Online OCD Conference!

Heading to Seattle for the IOCDF Annual Conference (https://iocdf.org/ocdcon) ? We’d love to meet you!

Stop by the OCD SoCal exhibit table in the exhibit hall to say hello, grab free merch, learn about what we’re working on, and connect with our board and council members.

While you’re there:

• Grab our exclusive Super Early Bird registration code, available only to conference attendees and only during the conference weekend. This will be the lowest registration price we’ll offer, so don’t miss it!

• Spin the wheel to win some fun stuff, including an opportunity to win free a registration! 

See you in Seattle! https://iocdf.org/ocdcon

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Join OCD Southern California Board Members at the International OCD Foundation’s Annual Conference Thursday, July 9th to Sunday, July 12th! In Person & Virtual Options!

For more information and to register, visit About #OCDCon – 31st Annual OCD Conference

The annual International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) conference is this week, starting on Thursday, July 9 and concludes Sunday, July 12!

Please note that the annual IOCDF conference the year is a hybrid event.  Some of the presentations will be available virtually during the conference. In addition, registration provides access to the virtual presentations for 90 days.

Virtual attendance registration is still available and will remain open throughout the Conference weekend. You can also still register on-site in Seattle for the conference and join us in person!

For more information and to register, visit About #OCDCon – 31st Annual OCD Conference

The Annual OCD Conference, sponsored by OCD Institute Texas, is a unique, immersive event filled with educational programming for the OCD and related disorders community — including clinicians, individuals with OCD and related disorders, family members and supporters, youth, students, and researchers. Attendees come together to connect, learn, and share experiences with others impacted by OCD and related disorders, as well as with expert clinicians and researchers.

Attend the Annual OCD Conference in Seattle or join virtually—each option offers unique sessions, activities, and opportunities to connect with the OCD and related disorders community.

Who you’ll meet and connect with:

  • Individuals with OCD and related disorders
  • Family members and supporters
  • Youth with OCD & Related Disorders and Siblings/Cousins
  • Clinicians and treatment providers
  • Researchers
  • Students and pre-licensed trainees

Attendees learn, connect, and build relationships through educational sessions and shared experiences.

Education, Support, and a Caring Community

Whether this is your first Annual OCD Conference or you’ve joined us before, the experience is designed to be informative, welcoming, and engaging for all attendees. From evidence-based educational sessions and professional development programming, to peer-led support groups and community-building activities, the conference offers something for everyone affected by or interested in OCD and related disorders.

First-time attendees are welcomed and supported throughout the conference, and no prior conference experience is needed to fully participate and benefit.

Join us in Seattle, Washington! OCDcon will take place at the Hyatt Regency Seattle in the heart of downtown of a dynamic city known for innovation, culture, and natural beauty. From iconic spots like Pike Place Market to scenic waterfront views and walkable neighborhoods, Seattle offers the perfect backdrop for learning, connection, and community, both inside and outside the Conference.

About the International OCD Foundation:

The 31st Annual OCD Conference is organized by the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), a donor-supported nonprofit supporting all those impacted by OCD and related disorders.

The mission of the IOCDF is to ensure that no one affected by OCD and related disorders suffers alone. Our community provides help, healing, and hope. Our vision is that everyone impacted by OCD and related disorders has immediate access to effective treatment and support.

The IOCDF provides up-to-date education and resources, strengthens community engagement, delivers quality professional training, and advances groundbreaking research.

Reminder, join in Seattle or virtually from anywhere in the world

Join the 31st Annual OCD Conference at the Hyatt Regency Seattle or virtually — each experience offers sessions and opportunities to connect for everyone impacted by OCD.

Select sessions in Seattle will be livestreamed for real-time virtual participation. NEW in 2026: Similar to how the Conference has programming only available to those attending in-person in Seattle, this year the program will feature online-only sessions and support groups to enhance the virtual experience for those joining us from across the globe.

Both livestreamed and virtual-only sessions will be recorded and available on demand to both in-person and virtual attendees for 90 days following the conference, offering added flexibility for all participants.

For more information and to register, visit About #OCDCon – 31st Annual OCD Conference

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SAVE THE DATE! The Online OCD Conference, A Global Event, Returns Saturday, November 7 & Sunday, November 8, 2026!

OCD Southern California is excited to announce that the Online OCD Conference, A Global Event, is returning this year!

After last year’s successful event, we are excited to announce that the 2026 conference will return on Saturday, November 7th, and Sunday, November 8th!

1,400 people attended last year from around the world, and we had presentations on OCD treatments, medications, improving treatment outcomes, different evidence-based therapies, how to become an OCD advocate, building an OCD community, combating procrastination and perfectionism, and more. There were talks for everyone in the OCD community.

We heard from many of you that this was the first OCD conference you were able to attend, and, just like last year, registration costs will be low, and scholarships will be offered.

We are currently in the planning stages. We heard from you through last year’s conference surveys about what you want for this year’s conference, and we are making sure to include changes that reflect your feedback! This year’s conference will be bigger and more impactful, and we hope you’ll save the date so you can join us live!

OCD Southern California has hosted both in-person and virtual conferences since 2015. For over a decade, we have worked to offer programming and community to individuals and families impacted by OCD–both locally and to attendees online. OCD SoCal is once again hosting a global conference featuring presenters from around the world!

The conference is for people with OCD and their family members, spouses, parents, and loved ones who support them. This conference is also for professionals and educators who want to learn more about the OCD and related disorders community and how to support those impacted. For professionals seeking continuing education credits, we offer CEs through the University of Southern California (USC) and the OCD Training School at a low cost!

We hope you can clear your calendars and attend live from Saturday, November 7th, through Sunday, November 8th! The conference runs from 9am to 6:30pm PST (including after-hours community discussion groups and interactive events) on Saturday, the 7th, and from 9am to 3pm PST on Sunday, the 8th.

If you cannot join the conference live, registering will allow you to watch each presentation recording for up to 60 days after the event, at your convenience!

More information to come, but we hope you mark your calendars for the weekend of November 7th and 8th and join OCD SoCal’s global, Online OCD Conference this year! See you there!

Email us with any questions or to get on our mailing list: info@ocdsocal.org!

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Join Us Today, Saturday, May 30th at 10am for the OCD Southern California Speaker Series! Access All the Event Info Here!

To register for this event, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com. You can register online if tickets are show to still be available OR you can register onsite. We heard from some of you that you prefer to register onsite, at the venue. We have saved tickets for walk-ins. Please show up to the venue and register at the check-in desk on the 3rd floor of the College Center Building!

More information on the event: ocdsocal.org/speakerseries

The Speaker Series program, found here: OCD Southern California Speaker Series Program

The Speaker Series agendas, found here: OCD SoCal Speaker Series Agenda (with graphic) and Speaker Series Agenda with Rundown

To access the bios of each of the 23 Speaker Series presenters, click here: OCD SoCal Speaker Series Presenter Bios

For further information on the Speakers Series, please contact us through email at info@ocdsocal.org.

What: Register Today for OCD SoCal’s In-Person Speaker Series! This low-cost, in-person event will feature presentations by local, Southern California OCD treatment providers. They will facilitate panels and presentations on OCD and related disorders. This will also be an excellent opportunity to meet and connect with others in similar situations as you and your family in the local OCD community. What is new this year is that OCD SoCal is holding one Speakers Series event in one central location at Orange Coast College! We invite everyone in Southern California to join us under one roof!

When: Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10am to 3pm.

Who: This event is for individuals with OCD, their family members and loved ones, mental health providers, students and the general public. Talks for the general public will be presented throughout the day. We are also pleased to announce that we will be offering 3 Continuing Education credit for professionals (LMFTs, LPCCs, LCSWs, and psychologists)!

Where: Orange Coast College, 2701 Fairview Rd., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Cost: $15. Beverages and a catered lunch will be provided. Parking is free. Thank you to OCD Anxiety Centers for sponsoring the catered lunch. Please email info@ocdsocal.org if cost is a prohibitive factor. We never want the cost to prevent anyone from attending an OCD SoCal event; scholarships are available for free entry!

See you at the Speaker Series conference today, Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 10am with registration and on-site check in starting at 9:30am! To register for this event, click on: https://ocdspeakerseries.eventbrite.com.