Deadline To Propose a Breakout Session at Our July 31st Virtual Conference is Saturday, May 1st, 2021!

OCD SoCal is still accepting proposals for break out sessions for our fifth annual OCD Southern California Conference. This conference is an opportunity to learn more about obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and its treatment, provide support for individuals with OCD and their families, and gain practical knowledge about a variety of issues that may arise with OCD and related disorders. 

The 2021 conference will be a virtual conference, and we expect attendees from other affiliates to attend.  We also welcome submissions from professionals outside of California.

For more detailed information on the submission process, please visit: http://ocdsocal.org/1847/ocd-socal-is-now-accepting-proposals-for-break-out-sessions-at-our-july-31st-virtual-conference/

Who attends this conference?

This event is designed for individuals affected by OCD and related disorders as well as their families. We also encourage clinicians, researchers, and students interested in learning more about OCD to attend.

Who should submit a proposal?

We are looking for presenters with a breadth of personal and professional experiences with OCD and related disorders includeding OCD therapists, psychiatrists, individuals affected by OCD and related disorders, as well as family members.

What topics are appropriate for break out sessions?

Introductory, as well as advanced material on OCD and related disorders.

What is the format for break out sessions?

Each breakout session will be one hour and fifteen minutes.  We recommend the final thirty minutes of the presentation be left for audience questions. Breakout sessions will be held in the afternoon following the keynote presentation. 

When is the deadline to submit my proposal?

The deadline to submit a proposal is May 1, 2021

When will I hear if my proposal was accepted? 

Presenters will be notified regarding whether their proposal was accepted by May 28, 2021.

What submission materials are required?

  1. Abstract:Please submit a title and brief abstract describing your presentation as well as intended audience (maximum 200 words).  Please include three objectives for the audience.
  2. Bio:Please submit a brief (short paragraph) biography describing your background and experience with OCD and/or OCD-Related disorders. 
  3. CV (professionals only)

How do I submit my proposal?

Proposals should be emailed to info@ocdsocal.orgSubject line: OCD SoCal 2021 Conference Submission

We look forward to receiving your submission! Please contact us at info@ocdsocal.org with any questions regarding your submission.

For more detailed information on the submission process, please visit: http://ocdsocal.org/1847/ocd-socal-is-now-accepting-proposals-for-break-out-sessions-at-our-july-31st-virtual-conference/