OCD Clinic

12/10/2026

This week is OCD Awareness Week.

OCD is frequently misunderstood, with many people associating it solely with cleaning, checking or being particular about organisation.
However, OCD can present in many different ways, including intrusive thoughts, mental compulsions, reassurance-seeking and avoidance. For some people, much of what they’re experiencing happens internally which makes it difficult for others to recognise.

OCD can affect people from all walks of life and greater awareness helps us challenge misconceptions and improve understanding of the condition.

International OCD Foundation

09/10/2026

Bowie was away on holidays recently but is back in action in the clinic and so very excited to be back!!

We’ve missed having her beautiful energy here and we’re sure her clients have too.

💛

07/10/2026

False Memory OCD can leave you questioning your own memory and wondering whether something happened, even when you have no clear evidence that it did.

The uncertainty can lead to repeatedly replaying events, checking for evidence, asking others what they remember or trying to work out whether your memory can be trusted.

The more you try to settle the doubt, the more questions can appear.

As with other forms of OCD, the content may vary, but the cycle can look very similar.

06/10/2026

Meet James.

James is a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. He has a particular interest in OCD, anxiety and supporting veterans, first responders and neurodivergent clients.

He’s also the brains behind many of the blogs you see on our website.

James’ availability:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - In clinic
Thursdays - Telehealth only

If you’re interested in working with James, feel free to reach out to our reception team who would love to assist you.

01/10/2026

When most people think about OCD, they tend to picture things like excessive cleaning, checking or needing things to be organised in a particular way.

But OCD can be much less obvious.

Compulsions can happen entirely in your head or look like everyday behaviours. These behaviours can be easy to miss, particularly when they don’t look the way society views OCD and how it typically looks.

It is important to know however, that having one of these behaviours doesn’t automatically mean you have OCD. Instead, it’s the pattern, function and cycle around them that matters.

Sometimes OCD is much harder to spot than people realise.

28/09/2026

A little time away from the clinic together.

Our team recently got together for a social afternoon at Prison Island. There were plenty of laughs and a little healthy competition. It was a great chance to spend time together outside of the clinic, create stronger relationships and enjoy each other’s company.

Very grateful for this team and the people who make OCD Clinic what it is. 🦋💙

24/09/2026

Some intrusive thoughts are easy to dismiss. Others can feel incredibly significant, especially when they involve something that goes against your values.

With OCD, it’s common to get caught up trying to understand why you had the thought, what it means about you, or whether it says something about your character.

The more you try to work it out, the more important the thought can start to feel. This is one reason taboo intrusive thoughts can be so distressing. The content can feel deeply personal, even though the cycle around the thought is what keeps you stuck.

23/09/2026

We are actively ! Know anyone who might be interested?

Apply for Admin Supervisor / Practice Manager at OCD Clinic Brisbane in Carina Heights, Queensland, Australia. Full-time Mid-Senior level role. See responsibilities, qualifications, and similar jobs on LinkedIn.

16/09/2026

A reminder for the moments when a past setback starts to feel like a prediction of what comes next.

Something not working out before doesn’t mean you’re destined for the same outcome again. You can learn, adapt, try differently and give yourself another chance.

Keep going. 🦋

14/09/2026

Feeling stuck in OCD therapy?

Putting in the effort and still feeling like you’re going around in circles can be incredibly discouraging. It can leave you wondering whether your OCD is too severe, whether you’re doing something wrong or whether recovery is actually possible.

Sometimes, the issue isn’t a lack of effort on the clients part. There may be something about the way treatment is being approached that is keeping the cycle going, from hidden compulsions and reassurance-seeking to exposures that aren’t targeting the uncertainty at the heart of OCD.

Our latest blog explores some of the reasons OCD therapy can stall, what progress can actually look like, and what you can consider if you’re feeling stuck.

Read the full blog via the link in our bio under “Resources”.