Parenting Class: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in Children

In this class, Carla Minosh, FNP-BC, offers a comprehensive overview of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a condition characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions).

Topics to be discussed include:

• The different types of OCD, common symptoms, and the impact of OCD on daily life,
• Evidence-based treatment options, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and medication management,
• Practical skills to support individuals with OCD, including techniques for managing symptoms and reducing anxiety.

The goal of this class is to empower participants with the knowledge to effectively address and support those affected by OCD. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to learn and grow as a parent!

Carla Minosh, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Behavioral Health And Psychotherapy and Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at Advanced Pediatrics. 

Her clinical interests encompass all aspects of pediatric care from newborn to adolescence, with an additional focus on behavior and mental health issues, anxiety, and attention disorders. She is trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and hypnotherapy.