Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Busters is a structured and
comprehensive evidence-based treatment for
individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder

Structure

On average: 10-12 weekly sessions
2-3 booster/follow-up sessions

Approach

Compassionate and empowering manualized treatment
grounded in Cognitive-behavioural therapy
Easy-to-use handouts, worksheets, and strategy lists
provided weekly

Topics Covered

Education about OCD (e.g., anxiety body signals)
Relationship among thoughts, feelings, and behaviours
Realistic thinking strategies
Relaxation strategies
Exposure and Response prevention
Personalized triggers (e.g., feelings, thoughts, environments)
that cause OCD to worsen
Customized Toolbox/Plan of action when faced with triggers
Self-compassion/self-acceptance exercises
Other proven-effective skills for managing stress and
triggers including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and problem-solving techniques Relapse prevention plan For Youth clients: Parent component to discuss tips for parenting a youth with OCD