Book cover titled '5 Essential Secrets OCD Doesn't Want You to Know: An Intro Guide for Getting Unstuck from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder' by Alexandra Libstag, LICSW. The design features colorful mugs, geometric shapes, and pastel colors.
Introduction page on OCD, featuring colorful abstract shapes at the top. Includes text discussing the impact, misconceptions, and diagnosis challenges of OCD by Alexandra Libstag, LICSW, from the booklet '5 Essential Secrets OCD Doesn’t Want You To Know.'"
Introduction to "Meet Alexandra," discussing her expertise in helping with OCD. Describes her as an OCD specialist and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with experience in Massachusetts, Maine, and Connecticut. Includes personal photo.
Informational graphic titled "OCD Brains are Sticky Brains" discussing how obsessive-compulsive disorder involves intrusive thoughts. It includes a cartoon brain and a note with the phrase "What if I lose control?!" written on it.
Infographic titled "OCD Brains are Sticky Brains" with two illustrations of brains. One brain has a paper labeled "What if I lose control?!!" stuck to it, explaining that for someone without OCD, the thought "would slip right off."
Illustration explaining "OCD Brains are Sticky Brains" with text and brain images. The text describes how thoughts get stuck in the minds of people with OCD. Two brain drawings with a note saying "What if I lose control?!!" demonstrate this concept.
Informational graphic about OCD; titled "Presence Is Not the Same as Significance," discussing how noticing obsessions does not suggest their significance, accompanied by a portrait of a woman.
Illustration of a smiling brain holding a light bulb, symbolizing an idea. Below, text reads: 'Secret #3: Compulsions Are Not Always Visible.' Accompanying text explains that compulsions in OCD are not always visible, contrasting common misconceptions.
Illustration of a worried woman surrounded by question marks, with text explaining that compulsions related to OCD can be mental and are not always visible. The text mentions scenarios like being stuck in thoughts or replaying memories as examples.
A page with the title 'OCD Targets What’s Important to You' and a number '04' in a large font. It includes a photograph of a person with curly hair, wearing a blue shirt and smiling. The text discusses how OCD often targets what is important to individuals and emphasizes the power of knowledge in managing OCD. It encourages curiosity towards one's inner experience as a step towards healing.
Informational text about OCD, emphasizing that sufferers are not alone. It states OCD hides the fact that many experience similar obsessions and fears, and highlights the importance of speaking up despite OCD's tendency to isolate individuals.
A flyer titled "Resources" featuring an image of pastel-colored shapes on an orange background. It includes information about the International OCD Foundation, The OCD Stories podcast, an Instagram account @heyjaye_therapy, and the website www.heyjaye.com. Each section highlights resources and support for OCD and anxiety.
Information page about a therapist named Alexandra offering services for OCD and anxiety. Includes photo of a smiling person with curly hair standing outside. Promotes a free 15-minute consultation, contact email, and social media handle. Offers booking through their website.