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A welcome film from Sophie Ward from the OCD Clinic, Health in Mind, setting out what to expect from the OCD workshops: https://youtu.be/iZoSMKSpFis

Sophie Ward, PWP, Health in Mind:

OCD Workshop 1 Part 1 - What is OCD? https://youtu.be/OmovEGRFYcY

OCD workshop 1 Part 2 What is OCD: https://youtu.be/jQKL7noB_GY

OCD Workshop 1 Part 3 The Vicious Cycle of OCD https://youtu.be/6QacNGj7A4s

OCD Workshop 2 Part 1 from Sophie Ward, OCD Clinic, Health in Mind. How to Overcome OCD. This workshop will recap workshop 1 and will cover what Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) is,  and our ERP treatments from the OCD Clinic. https://youtu.be/loBnGus-Jks

OCD Workshop 2 Part 2 with Sophie Ward, OCD Clinic, Health in Mind. What helps with OCD? What do we offer in the OCD Clinic?

The purpose of this workshop is to encourage reflection and to give you information about how we can support you at the OCD Clinic. It covers why Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)? (The Evidence) and ERP Treatment: What happens? https://youtu.be/rmuXddciWW8

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We provide NHS care and treatment for people living in south east England. We provide mental health, learning disability and specialist services for people with complex health and social care needs. Our vision is to provide outstanding care and treatment you can be confident in.

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Access our OCD Clinic videos here!

You can learn more about what OCD is, what the treatments are, and about our specialist clinic.

You also get access to the OCD Clinic workshop which is a two session educational course.

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The next two dates are:

1. 18 th May from 12:30-2:00 PM

2. 14 th July from 10:30-12:00 PM

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Twitter: @SussexOCDClinic

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Email us for feedback or more information.

Contact us at SPNT.OCDCLINIC@nhs.net

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We hold Lived experience advisory panel meetings, where friends and family members with lived experience of OCD get involved with shaping research happening in the clinic, as well as how the clinic functions.

If you would like to get involved in our LEAP sessions or would like more information, please contact SPNT.OCDClinic@nhs.net

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Deborah found that her time at the clinic reduced the levels of her OCD difficulties having suffered with intrusive thoughts and constantly checking windows and doors for nearly 30 years.

“I first spoke to my doctor about my OCD and was given many different treatments, but nothing ever really clicked with me: I still kept feeling really anxious.”

“The help I have received at the clinic has made a massive difference. It has really made me understand what OCD is about, and to be able to meet people that are going through the same thing as me has been life changing. OCD takes over your life and you can’t really function properly, but there is help out there. There is hope.”

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Since its launch in November 2013, the OCD Clinic has helped more than 100 people and Theresa, who recently finished the 12 week course, praised it as ‘amazing’.

“When somebody first suggested the course I thought there is no way I am going into a room with people I don’t know to discuss my OCD, but deep down I knew I had to.”

“I first realised I had OCD at the age of 17 after I gave birth to my first daughter. I had intrusive thoughts initially and kept thinking that something terrible was going to happen to someone in my family. Then I started to perform rituals every 15-20 minutes like washing things over and over again, touching things and going in and out of rooms. It was taking up my whole day and took over my life.”

Having visited her GP, Theresa was referred to the OCD Clinic and found the experience really positive.

Theresa added: “OCD can be an embarrassing subject to talk about because it can be quite extreme and you spend most of your time trying to hide it. But for anyone afraid of seeking help I would say you should see your GP. OCD can take over your life so don’t suffer in silence. I had it for 25 years and I thought it would never go, but now I am on top of it.”

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Laura Lea, the previous Public Patient Involvement Lead in the OCD Clinic said:

“We are really pleased that the discussions that patients had with clinicians about treatments has led to the opportunity to start a new clinic for people with OCD. At the same time the research which takes place in the clinic will help improve treatments and understanding of the problems that people with OCD face”.

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Concerned about someone you know with OCD?

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Concerned about someone you know with OCD?

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If you feel concerned about someone who you think may be struggling with OCD, encourage them to look at some resources e.g. this website and others listed below. You should also encourage them to speak to their GP, or to contact us using one of the methods above.

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If you are experiencing OCD difficulties and would like help please speak to your GP about a referral to the OCD Clinic.

You are also very welcome to refer yourself directly to the OCD Clinic, please see below on how to do this based on location.

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The OCD Clinic is part of the adult primary care mental health services in East Sussex (Health in Mind) and in Brighton and Hove (Brighton and Hove Wellbeing Service). The service also operates in the Assessment and Treatment Service (ATS). During their time in the Clinic all patients will continue to receive their usual care from their Assessment and Treatment service.

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a condition where people experience unwanted, intrusive and unpleasant thoughts and/or compulsive behaviours.

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Obsessive thoughts are repeated and unpleasant intrusive thoughts, images or urges that pop into our mind involuntarily. Everyone experiences intrusive thoughts, but people with OCD can become preoccupied with these thoughts.

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When you are referred to the clinic we will offer you an assessment meeting with an expert clinician. At your assessment meeting we will discuss your difficulties with OCD and we will agree the best treatment plan together. You will also be offered the opportunity to sign up to the Research Network. This network offers you a chance to find out about the research happening in the clinic.

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If you live in East Sussex you can refer yourself directly via Health in Mind, a free NHS Service for those experiencing emotional or psychological difficulties. Self-referrals can be made through telephone: call 03000 030 130 and ask to be referred to the OCD clinic.

Alternatively, you can complete an online self-referral form on the Health in Mind website: click here to access the self-referral form. On the form it will ask you to state “What are your current difficulties as you see them?” In this box please state that you would like to be referred to the OCD clinic

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The OCD Clinic is for adults experiencing difficulties with OCD whether the problem is mild or very severe. We offer high quality evidence-based help based on the latest research and NHS guidelines.

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Compulsions are the things we do to try and stop obsessive thoughts from coming true. These compulsions are often repeated many times and can take several hours each day. Common examples of compulsions include checking (e.g. checking doors, electrical equipment) and cleaning (e.g. hand washing).

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Brighton & Hove (Brighton & Hove Wellbeing Service)

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Brighton & Hove (Brighton & Hove Wellbeing Service)

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If you live in Brighton and Hove you can also refer yourself directly via the Brighton & Hove Wellbeing Service. Simply complete an online self-referral form and state that you would like to be referred to the OCD clinic: click here for the self-referral form.

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Up to one million people in the UK live with some form of OCD. Fortunately there are well-established and effective ways of helping. The National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommend cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) for OCD.

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We provide care and treatment according to each person’s need. Therapies on offer include supported self-help using CBT principles and a CBT for OCD course. All our services are based on best practice guidelines.

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Brighton and Hove Assessment and Treatment Service (ATS)

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Brighton and Hove Assessment and Treatment Service (ATS)

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Whilst there isn’t a self-referral option for those trying to access the OCD Clinic through the Brighton and Hove ATS, those who are open to the service and who are interested in accessing support should speak to a clinician working in this service who is directly involved in their care. A clinician will then be able to make a referral to the OCD Clinic on your behalf.

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Although CBT is helpful for the majority of people who have OCD not everyone benefits.  A third to a half of people find they are not helped. To improve care for people with OCD we are involved in a number of research projects. Clients attending the clinic will be offered the opportunity to take part in these research projects if they so wish. Taking part in these projects is optional.