by Natasha Daniels: Child Therapist, Child Anxiety and Child OCD Expert
<p>Natasha Daniels, Child OCD and Anxiety Therapist, shares practical advice for parents raising kids with OCD and anxiety. Raising a child or teen with OCD can feel overwhelming and isolating—but you don’t have to do it alone. In this podcast, Natasha shares practical, evidence-based strategies to support kids with obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety disorders.</p><br><p>With over 20 years of clinical experience and first-hand knowledge as a parent herself to children with OCD and anxiety, Natasha offers clear guidance to help you understand how OCD works in kids—and what you can do to help. From managing OCD compulsions at home to finding the right anxiety or OCD therapy, you’ll get professional insights delivered in a relatable, real-world way.</p><br><p>Whether you’re a parent or therapist, this podcast will help you feel more confident and less alone on the journey of raising a child with OCD and anxiety.</p><br><p>You can find Natasha on <a href="www.instagram.com/atparentingsurvival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and tap into her online courses in the <a href="www.atparentingsurvivalschool.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">AT Parenting Survival School.</a></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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April 29, 2025
Dr. Sara Conley discusses a study on virtual Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, revealing how it reduces OCD symptoms in children, and Natasha Daniels interviews her about accessible, evidence-based therapy.
April 22, 2025
<p>If your child refuses to shower, melts down over clothing, or avoids homework, you might assume they’re being defiant. But what if it’s actually OCD driving their behavior? </p><p>In this episode of the AT Parenting Survival Podcast for Anxiety and OCD, I break down how OCD-driven avoidance and compulsions can look like oppositional behavior—and why this misunderstanding is so common.</p><p>You’ll learn:</p><p>🟤 How OCD can mimic defiance in kids.</p><p>🟤 Key signs that reveal it’s OCD, not oppositional behavior.</p><p>🟤 Why traditional discipline backfires with OCD.</p><p>🟤 Practical strategies to respond effectively with compassion and boundaries.</p><p>If you’ve ever felt frustrated or confused by your child’s behavior, this episode will help you recognize the hidden OCD compulsions behind it—so you can support your child with OCD in the right way.</p><p>👉 If you’re looking for more support, check out my <a href="http://www.atparentingsurvivalschool.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online courses</a> for parents raising kids with OCD.</p><br><p>***</p><p>This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go to</p><p><a href="https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting</a></p><br><p>This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.</p><br><p>Parents, do you need more support? </p><br><p>🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️</p><br><p>Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:</p><p><a href="https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com</a></p><br><p>Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):</p><p><a href="https://atparentingcommunity.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://atparentingcommunity.com</a></p><br><p>Take one of my FREE webinars:</p><p><a href="https://www.natashadaniels.com/webinars" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars</a></p><br><p>Check out my books: </p><p><a href="https://www.natashadaniels.com/books" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.Natashadaniels.com/books</a></p><br><p><strong>🌸 Other social places I hang out:</strong></p><br><p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival </a></p><p><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival</a></p><p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival</a></p><p><a href="http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 15, 2025
<p>If your child has OCD, you’ve likely witnessed an OCD-driven meltdown—intense distress triggered by an intrusive thought, fear, or the inability to complete a compulsion. These meltdowns can be overwhelming for both you and your child. And while it’s natural to want to soothe their anxiety in the moment, some responses can unintentionally reinforce OCD.</p><p><strong>In this AT Parenting Survival Podcast episode, we’ll cover:</strong></p><p>-What’s happening in your child’s brain during a meltdown</p><p>-What not to do (even if it feels helpful)</p><p>-Effective strategies to de-escalate the meltdown and support your child’s resilience</p><p>-Tips for preventing future meltdowns</p><p>🆘 Want in-depth support on how to handle OCD meltdowns? Take my course on handling difficult behavior caused by anxiety and OCD. Just go to <a href="http://www.natashadaniels.com/difficultbehaviorcourse" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.natashadaniels.com/difficultbehaviorcourse</a>.</p><br><p><strong>Resources discussed in episode:</strong></p><p><a href="https://pandasnetwork.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">PANDAS Network</a></p><p><a href="https://www.atparentingsurvivalschool.com/p/space-program" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SPACE Study Guide course</a></p><p>YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/MMHDc7oAuag?si=jOAQgChtRJ5lO5tw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">How Reassurance Can be a Compulsion</a></p><br><p>***</p><br><p>This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go to</p><p><a href="https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting</a></p><br><p>This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.</p><br><p>Parents, do you need more support? </p><br><p>🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️</p><br><p>Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:</p><p><a href="https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com</a></p><br><p>Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):</p><p><a href="https://atparentingcommunity.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://atparentingcommunity.com</a></p><br><p>Take one of my FREE webinars:</p><p><a href="https://www.natashadaniels.com/webinars" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars</a></p><br><p>Check out my books: </p><p><a href="https://www.natashadaniels.com/books" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.Natashadaniels.com/books</a></p><br><p><strong>🌸 Other social places I hang out:</strong></p><br><p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival </a></p><p><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival</a></p><p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival</a></p><p><a href="http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival</a></p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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