Are you looking for an OCD support group in Louisiana, Florida or an online OCD support group? If you struggle with obsessive thoughts, compulsions, intrusive thoughts, or anxiety related to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), you're not alone.
This virtual support group is led by licensed clinical social worker Irena Schmidt, LCSW, who specializes in treating OCD using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard, evidence-based treatment for OCD.
Whether you are currently in therapy, considering treatment, or simply want to connect with others who understand what you're experiencing, this group provides education, encouragement, and practical tools to help you move toward recovery.
Each 75-minute session includes:
Education about OCD and how it is maintained.
Practical ERP strategies you can begin using in your daily life.
Skills for responding to intrusive thoughts without performing compulsions.
Discussions about uncertainty, perfectionism, and anxiety.
Rotating topics including:
Contamination OCD
Harm OCD
Relationship OCD (ROCD)
Religious OCD (Scrupulosity)
Sexual Orientation OCD (SO-OCD)
Existential OCD
Health OCD
Just Right OCD
Checking OCD
Pure Obsessional OCD ("Pure O")
Participants are welcome to share experiences if they choose, but there is never any pressure to speak.
This group is designed for adults (18+) who experience:
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Intrusive thoughts
Repetitive checking
Contamination fears
Mental compulsions
Excessive reassurance seeking
Perfectionism related to OCD
Other OCD symptoms
Whether you've recently been diagnosed or have struggled with OCD for years, you'll find a supportive community focused on recovery—not reassurance.
Location: Online (available throughout Louisiana and Florida)
Day: Tuesdays (starting Septemeber 1, 2026)
Time: 6:00 PM Central
Length: 75 minutes
Cost: $30 per session
Recovery from OCD can feel lonely. Connecting with others who truly understand OCD can reduce isolation, increase motivation, and help you stay committed to practicing ERP skills between therapy sessions.
This group is educational, supportive, and recovery-focused. While it does not replace individual therapy, it can be an excellent complement to ongoing OCD treatment.
Space is limited to encourage discussion and participation.
If you're ready to take another step toward overcoming OCD, contact Irena Schmidt, LCSW to learn more or register for the group.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Online OCD Support Group:
What is an OCD support group?
An OCD support group provides education, encouragement, and connection for people living with obsessive-compulsive disorder. This group focuses on learning evidence-based strategies, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), while connecting with others who understand the challenges of OCD.
Do I need an OCD diagnosis to attend?
No. Adults who experience OCD symptoms, intrusive thoughts, compulsions, or related anxiety concerns may benefit from the group. A formal diagnosis is not required.
Is this OCD support group available in Louisiana and Florida?
Yes. This online OCD support group is available to adults located throughout Louisiana and Florida.
Is this group therapy?
This is a psychoeducational support group focused on OCD education, ERP principles, and recovery skills. It is not a replacement for individual therapy, but it can complement ongoing treatment.
What is ERP therapy?
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the gold-standard behavioral treatment for OCD. ERP helps individuals gradually face feared thoughts, feelings, situations, or triggers while learning to reduce compulsive responses.