Overcoming Perfectionism: Breaking the Perfectionism Trap with CBT StrategiesLet’s dive into what perfectionism is, how it holds us back, and the practical strategies that can set you free from its grip.Overcoming Perfectionism: Breaking the Perfectionism Trap with...

Body Image Therapy: How Body Image Affects Mental Health and What You Can Do About ItLet's explore how body image impacts mental health and what you can do to foster a healthier relationship with yourself.Let’s face it—body image messaging is everywhere. From magazine...

Freedom from Anxiety: The CBT and ACT UniteYou don’t have to be stuck in the anxiety spiral. Both CBT for anxiety and ACT provide practical ways to take back control, each with unique strategies that complement each other. Anxiety is like an overzealous life...

7 tips for feeling happier everydayDr. Tatyana Mestechkina is featured in Popsugar's article: "7 Tips For Feeling Happier Every Day, Straight From Therapists" by Caitlin Flynn Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina is featured in Popsugar's article: "7 Tips For Feeling Happier Every...

Zencare Interview with Tatyana Mestechkina, PhDDr. Tatyana Mestechkina answers questions about her approaches to therapy. Zencare Interview with Tatyana Mestechkina, PhD Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina answers questions about her approaches to therapy....

Demystified Podcast Episode on OCDKaren Conlon, LCSW invites Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina on an episode of "So, How's Therapy?" to talk about various ways OCD and OC Spectrum disorders Demystified Podcast Episode on OCD Karen Conlon, LCSW invites Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina on...

Common Myths about OCD TreatmentDr. Tatyana Mestechkina creates a factsheet with "truths" for certain common misconceptions about OCD treatment Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina creates a factsheet with "truths" for certain common misconceptions about OCD. Common Myths About...

Common Myths about OCD TreatmentDr. Tatyana Mestechkina creates a factsheet with "truths" for certain common misconceptions about OCD treatment Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina clarifies some common misconceptions about OCD   Click here for the article The “gold standard” for...

Dealing with Instrusive Thoughts PostpartumDr. Tatyana Mestechkina answers common questions about perinatal OCD. Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina answers common questions about perinatal OCD.   Click here for the link to the article on Made of Millions   “What if I lose...

Undercover OCD in Adolescents and ChildrenDr. Mestechkina shares warning signs that all caregivers should be aware of for spotting signs of Pure O symptoms in adolescents and children. Dr. Mestechkina shares warning signs that all caregivers should be aware of for...

OCD GamechangersOCD Gamechangers with Dr. Mestechkina and Chrissie Hodges discuss common misconceptions in OCD treatmenthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVkvnffscvM&t=10s  Important LinksAboutSpecialtiesInsuranceContactLocationVirtual sessions anywhere in New...

People with OCD are finding community and support on TikTokDr Tatyana Mestechkina, believes that these kinds of online communities can be extremely valuable. Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina is quoted in this article "People with OCD are finding community and support on...

14 Things You Can Do in Just 20 MinutesDr. Tatyana Mestechkina is quoted in an article "14 Things You Can Do in Just 20 Minutes" by Linnea Viktoria Zielinski Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina is quoted in an article "14 Things You Can Do in Just 20 Minutes" by Linnea Viktoria...

Diversity Alliance for Science invites Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina to a Mental Health "Sip and Spill"Important LinksAboutSpecialtiesInsuranceContactLocationVirtual sessions anywhere in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida138 West 25th Street Floor 11, Suite...

Podcast OCD: Sharing our Stories (SOS)Dr. Mestechkina is interviewed by Mike Vatter from IOCDF Jacksonville about CBT and ERP for OCD.Listen to the podcast here.Important LinksAboutSpecialtiesInsuranceContactLocationVirtual sessions anywhere in New York, New Jersey,...

OCD Stories Podcast EpisodeDr. Tatyana Mestechkina and Dr. Jordan Levy discuss: What is this is not OCD? Doubting the "Doubting Disease".Listen to the OCD Stories episode here.Important LinksAboutSpecialtiesInsuranceContactLocationVirtual sessions anywhere in New...

DECIDE: A Framework for Making Decisions Written By: Michelle Feder, Psy.D. Do you ever struggle to choose where to start when it comes to making big life decisions, such as whether to change jobs or to end a relationship? Do you struggle to make or to follow through...

8 Tips for Managing Stress Related to the War in the Middle East By: Michelle Feder, Psy.D. As the war in the Middle East persists, individuals continue to find themselves grappling with the impact of this conflict on their mental and emotional well-being. Whether you...

You're Not Alone PodcastExposure and Response Prevention Episode #92: Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina, Ph.D. — The Importance of Response Prevention in OCD RecoveryListen to the podcast here.Important LinksAboutSpecialtiesInsuranceContactLocationVirtual sessions anywhere in...

What if this is not OCD?: Doubting the “Doubting Disease”Dr. Jordan Levy and Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina write about common intrusive thoughts that come up during OCD treatment. The Doubting Disease When individuals living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) engage...

Treating Relationship OCD by Changing Our Perspective on Love Many people have anxiety about committing to long-term relationships and struggle with important questions before making such commitments. For instance, are my partner and I compatible? Do our values align?...

Scary Thoughts & A Form Of OCD Specific To Postpartum ParentsDr. Mestechkina is quoted in this article written by Laura Donovan about OCD/Pure-O that can manifest in pregnant women and new parents. Intrusive Thoughts Postpartum Examples Scary Thoughts & A Form...

NOCD's Ask an OCD Therapist: Live OCD Q&A with Jenna Overbaugh and Tatyana MestechkinaNOCD Therapist | Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina joins NOCD's Jenna Overbaugh to answer questions about OCD treatment from members of the community.Important...

What is the Purely Obsessional "Pure O" Subtype of OCD?Dr. Mestechkina shares with the Zencare community ways that Pure O distinguishes from more traditional forms of OCD. What is Pure O? What is Primarily Obsessional OCD? Purely Obsessional, or Pure O, is a mental...