Advanced OCD Training
Designed for clinicians seeking deeper knowledge in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), this program provides evidence-based strategies grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
What You’ll Learn
Participants who complete the full training series will:
- Deepen their understanding of OCD subtypes and diagnostic complexities
- Gain hands-on strategies for delivering ERP effectively
- Learn how to integrate ACT principles to promote psychological flexibility and reduce avoidance
- Adapt treatment for special populations (e.g., children, teens, comorbidities)
- Build confidence in structuring exposures and managing treatment barriers
Course Overview
Each course is grounded in research-backed approaches and designed by clinical experts specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders.
The OCD Training Certificate includes the following modules:
Foundations in OCD and ERP
An introduction to the core principles of OCD, functional assessment, and exposure-based treatment.
On-Demand or Live Webinar available.
Building Blocks of ERP Treatment
A deeper dive into ERP implementation, treatment planning, troubleshooting stuck cases, and working with families.
On-Demand or Live Webinar available.
Master Class in OCD Treatment
Advanced clinical decision-making, ACT integration, and specialized approaches for complex, treatment-resistant cases and comorbid presentations.
On-Demand or Live Webinar available.
About the Certificate
Title: OCD Training Certificate of Completion
Credits: Minimum of 14 Continuing Education (CE) hours
Format: Combination of live and on-demand training
Eligibility: Completion of all three core OCD training modules listed above
Access: Anxiety Institute’s on-demand courses and Continuing Education (CE) credits are approved for U.S.-based participants only. CE credits issued by AKH are not valid or recognized for licensure or professional development requirements in Canada or any jurisdiction outside of the United States.
CE Accreditation
Anxiety Institute’s training programs are approved for continuing education credits through:
- APA (American Psychological Association)
- ASWB (Association of Social Work Boards)
*CEs are administered in partnership with AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare.
Important Note
This certificate is a Certificate of Completion, not a professional certification or licensure. It does not confer the title of “OCD Specialist” or “Certified ERP Provider.”
Participants are encouraged to check with their licensing boards for recognition of continuing education hours.
How to Earn the Certificate
- Register for and complete all three OCD training courses (live or on-demand)
- Complete the CE post-tests and evaluations for each session
- Receive your official certificate of completion from Anxiety Institute