Note that information and links to various resources on this page are in the process of being added, so check back every couple of weeks to see if there is anything new added
Germs, Viruses, and Covid 19 Resources for clients with contamination fears or health anxiety fears:
F.A.C.E.C.O.V.I.D. by Russ Harris is a great youtube video that was made in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. This video gives practical tips for dealing with anxiety and fear that is aroused in the face of uncertainty.
CDC.gov is a trusted website that gives accurate, up to date information about the coronavirus and many other diseases and how you can keep yourself and your loved ones safe
The World Health Organization is another trusted resource
IOCDF.org has a great list of resources, including how to talk to kids about germs
Anxiety Resources
Shit Happens Part 1 and Shit Happens Part 2 . Watch Carl Robbins, LCPC show how anxiety tricks us into believing we are in danger.
Reid Wilson has a great set of 6 short videos on You Tube that describe how to deal with anxiety. Watch as the young woman learns to talk back to her anxiety in various situations
ADAA.org is the website for the Anxiety & Depression Association of America
ASDI has a link on their website to more information about anxiety and our philosophy of treatment
OCD Resources
IOCDF.org is the website for the International OCD Foundation. IOCDF hosts yearly conferences at which both professionals and consumers of all ages are invited to attend
https://ICBT.online is a great resource for those who are reluctant to engage in ERP (the so-called “gold standard” of treatment for OCD) and want an alternative way of working through their OCD
Fear of Flying Resources
At ASDI we offer individual and group services for those with a fear of flying. Note that treatment is an out of pocket expense and may not be covered by your insurance
