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Why Not Every OCD Subtype Requires Accepting Uncertainty: A Compassionate Look Through the Lens of I-CBT

This blog explores how Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) offers a compassionate, identity-affirming approach for those struggling with taboo OCD themes. Unlike traditional ERP, I-CBT helps individuals reconnect with their inner truth and rebuild trust in themselves—without forcing them to accept distressing uncertainties.

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Three Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Skills to Strengthen Your Recovery from OCD and Eating Disorders

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers powerful skills to support OCD and eating disorder recovery. By practicing thought diffusion, mindfulness, and values-based action, you can create distance from intrusive thoughts, stay grounded in the present, and take meaningful steps toward a life guided by your values. Recovery is hard, but with the right tools and support, it’s possible to reclaim your life and build lasting self-trust.

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Why Anti-Oppression Therapy should be used in Eating Disorder Treatment

Anti-oppression therapy challenges traditional eating disorder treatment models by recognizing the deep connections between systemic oppression and disordered eating. In this blog, Allyson Ford explains why centering social context, intersectionality, client agency, and anti-carceral approaches is critical for meaningful healing—and how therapists can create more inclusive, empowering spaces for recovery.

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