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AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Natasha Daniels: Child Therapist, Child Anxiety and Child OCD Expert
458 episodes
5 days ago

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.


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.


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.


You can find Natasha on Instagram and tap into her online courses in the AT Parenting Survival School.



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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.


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.


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.


You can find Natasha on Instagram and tap into her online courses in the AT Parenting Survival School.



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AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
My Child Can’t Explain Their OCD—Now What?

When your child can’t explain their OCD, it can feel impossible to know how to help. Many kids feel embarrassed, don’t have the words, or experience OCD as a feeling instead of a clear fear. Sometimes the compulsions come first, making it even harder to put into words.

In this episode, I’ll share why kids struggle to explain their OCD and what you can do instead of pushing for answers. You’ll learn how to spot patterns, identify themes, and support your child with both compassion and strategy.

✨ Want more step-by-step guidance? Join my free series, Survival Tools for Parents Raising Kids with Anxiety or OCD starting next week at www.atparentingsurvivalseries.com.

***

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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival




Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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5 days ago
36 minutes 1 second

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
When Reassurance Becomes an OCD Compulsion: How Parents Can Respond Differently

When your child is stuck in an endless cycle of reassurance, it can feel impossible to break free. Reassurance may bring temporary relief, but for kids with OCD it actually fuels the disorder and makes things worse in the long run.

In this episode, I talk about how reassurance becomes a compulsion, why it keeps your child trapped in OCD’s cycle, and what you can do differently instead. You’ll learn practical alternatives you can use right away that support your child without feeding OCD.

If you’re looking for more tools and strategies to help your child, check out my free video series, Survival Tools for Parents Raising Kids with Anxiety or OCD. You can sign up at www.atparentingsurvivalseries.com.


To get the PDF mentioned in this episode go to www.natashadaniels.com/handouts 


To watch the Reassurance YouTube video click here.


To get the OCD Themes PDF click here.


***

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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1 week ago
33 minutes 46 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Why Your Go-To Parenting Strategies Don’t Work on OCD

Parents often rely on their usual parenting strategies to help their child with OCD — but those same strategies can actually backfire. 

In this episode, I break down the most common approaches parents try and explain why they don’t work when it comes to OCD.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, repeating the same things without progress, this episode will help you understand why and what to do differently.

To get the PDF handout that supplements this episode go to www.natashadaniels.com/episode440

✨ Get 50% off all my courses and workshops until December 18, 2025 11:59pm in honor of OCD Awareness Week. Go to AT Parenting Survival School and use the coupon code OCDAWARENESS2025.


Links mentioned in podcast:

Podcast: Validation vs Accommodations in OCD

Podcast: Developing Effective Incentive Plans

Reel: Distraction vs Refocusing


***

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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2 weeks ago
35 minutes 5 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
When OCD Shifts: Handling Theme Changes in Kids & Teens with OCD

OCD loves to change costumes. One week it’s germs, the next it’s harm or moral worries—and parents are left wondering, “Are we back at square one?” In this episode I explain why theme changes are common, what’s actually staying the same beneath the surface, and how to respond without chasing content.

You’ll learn:

  • Why themes change (and why that doesn’t mean regression)

  • How to spot the OCD cycle across any theme

  • Practical ways to keep coaching and exposures on track when the fear looks “new”

  • Language you can use with your child when OCD suddenly pivots

Want weekly free OCD parenting support delivered right to your inbox? Get on my newsletter by going to: www.Natashadaniels.com/newsletter.


Links Mentioned in This Episode:

Join the AT Parenting Community

Core Fear YouTube Playlist

OCD is an Octopus video

Offense and Defense video

Moral OCD YouTube Playlist


***

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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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3 weeks ago
46 minutes 53 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Interview with Dr. Tamar Chansky Author of Freeing Your Child from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

In this podcast episode, I sit down with Dr. Tamar Chansky to talk about the newly revised edition of her classic book, Freeing Your Child from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.


Dr. Chansky has helped countless families better understand OCD and learn practical, compassionate strategies to support their children. 

In our conversation, we discuss what’s new in this updated edition, how the field’s understanding of OCD has evolved, and the tools parents need today to help their kids face intrusive thoughts and compulsions.

Whether you’re just beginning your journey with OCD or looking for fresh tools to strengthen your child’s progress, this conversation will give you both hope and direction.

Get your updated version of Freeing Your Child from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1 month ago
47 minutes 15 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
How to Help Young Children with OCD

OCD can show up much earlier than most people realize — and often in ways parents don’t immediately recognize. For younger kids, compulsions might appear before they can even describe intrusive thoughts. You might see rigidity, controlling behaviors, repetitive actions, or big meltdowns over things that don’t seem to make sense.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through how OCD can look in young children and share practical strategies for helping them. From personifying OCD as “Mr. Bossy,” to creating superheroes who fight back, to slowly reducing accommodations and even gamifying the process — I’ll give you tools to make OCD something your child can actually face.

If you’ve ever wondered how to support a younger child with OCD, this episode will give you a roadmap to start.

Also, check out my new children’s picture book to help children with OCD: Chloe and the Bossy Cloud.

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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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1 month ago
40 minutes 22 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Does Your Child Have Contamination OCD: Are You Missing This?

Contamination OCD can be easy to spot, but often, it runs much deeper than what you are observing.

In this episode, I break down the common mistakes parents make when trying to support a child with contamination OCD, such as:

  • Assuming it’s always about germs or illness
  • Focusing only on visible rituals instead of the underlying fear
  • Overlooking how contamination spreads from “ground zero” to more and more things
  • Missing the importance of tailoring exposures to the specific fear or feeling


Most importantly, I’ll share how to uncover the true root fear and ground zero behind OCD contamination, and why that shift changes how exposures are designed and carried out.

Resources mentioned during episode:

New Book: Chloe & The Bossy Cloud

Core Fear Series on Youtube

Core Fear Workshop

Contamination OCD videos for kids and teens


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1 month ago
36 minutes 41 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Moral OCD: Mistakes Parents Often Make (and How to Avoid Them)

Moral OCD can be tricky for parents to recognize because it often looks like strong values, deep guilt, or honest confessions. 

In this episode, I break down the most common pitfalls parents fall into when trying to support their child with Moral OCD like:

  • Mistaking OCD-driven fears for good morals
  • Treating compulsive “confessions” as real
  • Worrying that if you don’t respond, your child will bottle everything up. 
  • Confusion around if it is OCD or your child’s religious or personal beliefs and preferences.

Most importantly, I’ll share practical ways to shift your responses: how to separate OCD from true values, recognize when you’re debating with OCD instead of your child, respond in a consistent way to “confessions,” and support healthy communication without fueling compulsions. 

You’ll walk away with concrete strategies to reduce accommodation while still staying connected and compassionate.


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1 month ago
51 minutes 7 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
5 Things I’ve Learned Raising a Child with OCD, Anxiety & ARFID

Parenting a child with OCD, anxiety, and ARFID changes you in ways you can’t fully understand until you’re living it. 

Over the years, I’ve learned some powerful lessons — often the hard way — that have reshaped how I show up for my child and for myself. 

In this episode, I’m opening up about five insights that have made the biggest difference in our journey, and how you can begin to apply them in your own life.

If you’re looking for deeper support, practical tools, and a community of parents who truly understand, join us inside the AT Parenting Community at www.atparentingcommunity.com. Doors close on Thursday, August 4, 2025.


***



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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2 months ago
43 minutes 43 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
From Fixer to Anchor: A Mindset Shift for Parents of Kids with OCD

When our child is in distress, it’s natural to want to jump in and fix things. But with OCD, that urge to solve, control, or protect can actually get in the way of long-term growth.


In this episode, I talk about one of the most powerful mindset shifts we can make as parents of kids with OCD: moving from “fixer” to “anchor.” You’ll learn how to step out of the cycle of urgency and step into a role that’s calmer, steadier, and more supportive—not just for your child, but for your own well-being too.

We’ll explore:

  • Why trying to fix OCD backfires

  • What it really means to be an anchor

  • How this shift empowers your child’s progress

  • The internal script that helps you let go: “This is their journey. I’m just the support.”

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, reactive, or like you’re carrying too much—this episode is for you.


⚓️ Want an in-depth guide on how to be an effective anchor for your child with anxiety or OCD? Register for my free series at www.atparentingsurvivalseries.com 


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2 months ago
43 minutes 18 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
When You’re More Motivated Than Your Child to Fight OCD

You’re reading the books, watching the videos, and learning everything you can to help your child with OCD. But your child? They’re shutting down, avoiding exposures, or flat-out refusing to engage. Sound familiar?

In this episode, I talk about what’s really going on when you’re more motivated than your child to fight their OCD — and how to respond in a way that builds connection and long-term progress. You’ll learn what not to do, how to shift your approach, and why your role is still incredibly powerful even when your child is stuck.

🎧 Listen in for encouragement, clarity, and next steps.

⚓️ Want an in-depth guide on how to be an effective anchor for your child with anxiety or OCD? Register for my free series at www.atparentingsurvivalseries.com 


****


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2 months ago
47 minutes 8 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
When Anxiety and OCD Feel Contagious—How to Stay Grounded

When you’re raising a child with anxiety or OCD, it’s easy to feel like you’re absorbing all of their fear, stress, and urgency. Their nervous system is on high alert—and suddenly, so is yours. In this episode, we explore why anxiety and OCD can feel contagious in families, and how to stay grounded in the middle of your child’s emotional storm.

You’ll learn:

  • Why your regulation matters more than your “fixing”

  • Common triggers for parents (and what to do about them)

  • Practical tools to help you stay centered when everything feels intense

This is not about perfection—it’s about presence.

Listen now and start becoming the steady anchor your child needs.

⚓️ Want an in-depth guide on how to be an effective anchor for your child with anxiety or OCD? Register for my free series at www.atparentingsurvivalseries.com 


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2 months ago
42 minutes 43 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
When Helping Hurts: Navigating Burnout in OCD Parenting

When you’re parenting a child with OCD, burnout can sneak in quietly—and then hit hard. You’re doing all the things: managing compulsions, pulling back OCD accommodations, showing up for exposures, and trying to keep everything afloat. But what happens when your own emotional gas tank is empty?

In this episode, I’m talking about what burnout really looks like in OCD parenting, why it’s so common, and how to start refilling your cup without guilt. Because helping your child shouldn’t mean losing yourself in the process.

If you’re ready to shift from barely staying afloat to becoming a steady anchor for your child, don’t miss my free video series: How to Be an Anchor to Your Child with Anxiety or OCD. 

Sign up at www.atparentingsurvivalseries.com and learn how to support your child without drowning yourself in the process.


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


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2 months ago
41 minutes 57 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Why Kids with OCD Say ‘I Don’t Know’ to Everything—and What You Can Do About It

Do you ask your child with OCD a question—about their thoughts, feelings, or fears—only to get “I don’t know” in return? It can be frustrating, confusing, and leave you feeling stuck. But for kids with OCD, those three words often carry a lot more meaning than we realize.

In this episode, I’ll unpack why “I don’t know” is such a common response in kids with OCD—and what it’s really communicating. You’ll learn what’s not helpful (even when it’s well-intentioned), and what you can do instead to support your child without feeding OCD’s grip on their thinking.


We’ll talk about:

  • The real reasons behind constant “I don’t know” responses
  • Common parent traps that unintentionally make things worse
  • Practical ways to respond with clarity, patience, and effectiveness
  • How to use these moments as teaching tools—not power struggles


You don’t need all the answers—but you do need a game plan. Tune in for real support that meets your child where they are.


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


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3 months ago
47 minutes 14 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
How to Reclaim Moments of Peace While Parenting a Child with OCD and Anxiety

When you’re parenting a child with OCD or anxiety, life can start to feel like one long crisis response. You may find yourself constantly managing meltdowns, fears, compulsions—and feeling like there’s no room for rest, laughter, or lightness.

But even in the hard seasons, moments of peace and joy can exist.

In this episode, I’ll share: 

  • Why joy and connection aren’t signs you’re ignoring your child’s OCD or anxiety struggles
  • Simple ways to notice and create space for micro-moments of peace
  • How small joys can build resilience in you and your child
  • What helped me (and many other parents) stop living in survival mode 24/7

This isn’t toxic positivity—it’s survival with heart.

Want in-depth support and be surrounded by your tribe? Get on the AT Parenting Community waitlist here.


***

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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


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3 months ago
57 minutes 13 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Navigating Travel with Kids Who Have Mental Health & Special Needs: Tips from a Travel Expert

Traveling with kids who have mental health or special needs can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be.

In this episode, I talk with Hana Seyoum, founder of World of Possibilities Travel and a Certified Autism Travel Professional. Hana shares practical advice for families looking to travel with more ease, less stress, and a whole lot more joy. We talk about how to prepare ahead of time, what to look for when booking, and simple steps to help avoid common travel struggles when dealing with mental health issues.

Whether it’s your first trip or your tenth, Hana’s tips will help you feel more confident and supported every step of the way.

Learn more about her services at woptravel.com

***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival




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3 months ago
50 minutes 32 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Raising Mentally STRONG Kids with Dr. Cristi Bundukamara

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Cristi Bundukamara—known as Dr. B—the founder of Mentally STRONG and creator of the Raising Mentally STRONG Kids program. We explore what it really means to build resilience, starting with her own journey through personal loss and what it taught her about mental strength.

Dr. B shares practical strategies parents can use to tap into their own resilience and model it for their children. We dive into what gets in the way of raising mentally strong kids and how to shift our perspective about self-care, self-compassion and our child’s mental health journey.

To Learn more about Dr. B’s Raising Mentally STRONG parent and Kids program and how it empowers families to face life’s challenges with strength and intention visit MentallyStrong.com


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


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3 months ago
49 minutes 56 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Child OCD Bedtime Battles: How to Stop the Nighttime Loops That Trap You and Your Child

Bedtime shouldn’t feel like a battleground—but for many families raising a child with OCD, nighttime is when the OCD compulsions ramp up and take over. In this episode, child therapist and OCD parenting expert Natasha Daniels breaks down the most common nighttime OCD compulsions that trap both kids and parents in exhausting loops.

You’ll learn:

  • What nighttime OCD rituals look like (and why they’re so common)

  • How OCD pulls parents into the loop through reassurance and rituals

  • Why giving in fuels OCD—even when it feels easier in the moment

  • How to set clear, loving boundaries that break the OCD cycle

  • What to do during the day to reduce OCD struggles at night

Whether your child is stuck repeating bedtime routines, seeking endless reassurance, or confessing before sleep—this episode will help you understand what’s happening and what to do next.

Listen in and learn how to take back bedtime—without feeding OCD.

🔗 Want more support? Learn in-depth skills on how to help your child with OCD at www.atparentingsurvivalschool.com/p/child-ocd 


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival



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4 months ago
40 minutes 44 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
Therapy for a Child with OCD Isn’t Enough: Why Your Role is Crucial

Child OCD Therapy is important—but it’s not the whole answer.

In this episode, child therapist and OCD parent Natasha Daniels explains why therapy alone isn’t enough to help a child with OCD truly thrive. 

You’ll learn how your daily responses can either empower your child’s progress—or unintentionally grow their OCD. 

Discover practical ways to become a supportive, confident, and crucial part of your child’s treatment journey. Because when parents know what to do, real change happens at home.

Want in-depth support? Got on the AT Parenting Community waitlist here.


***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


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4 months ago
35 minutes 35 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety
When Kids Feel Unreal: Managing Depersonalization in Child OCD and Anxiety

Is your child saying things like:

I don’t feel real?

Is this a dream?

Am I dead?

Is this really happening?


They may be experiencing depersonalization, a common but often misunderstood symptom in children with OCD and anxiety.

In this episode, I break down what depersonalization looks like in kids with OCD and anxiety, why it happens, and—most importantly—how you can help. Whether it’s tied to panic, existential OCD, or chronic anxiety, understanding this experience is the first step in supporting your child through it.

You’ll learn:

  • What depersonalization feels like (from a child’s perspective)
  • Why kids with OCD and anxiety are more prone to it
  • Grounding tools that actually help
  • What to avoid saying or doing when it happens


Grounding resource: https://releasedpdr.com

***


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

https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting


This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.


Parents, do you need more support?  


🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️


Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD:

https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com


Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD):

https://atparentingcommunity.com


Take one of my FREE webinars:

www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars


Check out my books: 

www.Natashadaniels.com/books


🌸 Other social places I hang out:


http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival 

http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival

http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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4 months ago
34 minutes 17 seconds

AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & Anxiety

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.


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.


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.


You can find Natasha on Instagram and tap into her online courses in the AT Parenting Survival School.



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