EPISODE 32: In the Calm the Chaos corner of the internet, we're talking about raising out-of-the-box kids, the ones who don't fit the usual mold and sometimes act in ways that make us worry. But there's one challenge that many parents face, yet it hardly gets talked about.That's why I've decided to dive into that big three-letter topic in this ep - OCD.And I've got the perfect guest to help us understand it. I'm super pumped to welcome Natasha Daniels, an anxiety and OCD therapist with over two decades of experience. She's got the know-how from her professional life and personal insight from raising three kids with anxiety and OCD. Being in the trenches both as a parent and a professional makes her super passionate about this.Natasha offers in-depth support to thousands of parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD through her books, courses at the AT Parenting Survival Online School, and her online membership in the AT Parenting Community. She’s also the host of the AT Parenting Survival Podcast. So, if you are concerned or already know that your child (or a child you care about) has OCD, tune in to this episode. We'll dive into all things OCD – what it really means, how it shows up, and the signs to look out for. Natasha will also share insights on how to support and work with kids dealing with OCD.Join us, and let's crush OCD together!Key Takeaways:Intro (00:00)Who is Natasha Daniels? (01:05)What is OCD, and how does it work? (02:24)Mindset changes parents need to help kids with OCD (05:07)How to talk about OCD with your kids without giving in to it (06:46)Separating OCD from kid’s identity (10:44)Does OCD ever fully go away? (14:13)Top tools to help parents and kids crush OCD (16:43)A quick advice for parents worried that their child has OCD (19:29)Natasha's resources for parents worried about their kid’s OCD (20:57)Additional resources:The AT Parenting Survival Online School The AT Parenting Survival website The AT Parenting Survival Podcast Natasha’s YouTube channel - - - ? Get your copy of Calm The Chaos Book ✨ Hear the Success Stories? Check out my website ? Check out my YouTube channel Connect with me on social media:? TikTok ? Instagram ? Facebook Calm the Chaos Parenting is a podcast offering parents practical tools and strategies to navigate the challenges of raising strong-willed, highly sensitive, and neurodivergent children.? Follow us on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode!