The Course

Breaking Free from OCD


Discover the Path to Empowerment and Mental Freedom

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder can feel like a relentless struggle, but with the right tools and guidance, freedom is within reach. Breaking Free from OCD is a comprehensive, evidence-based course designed to help you understand OCD, challenge intrusive thoughts, and reclaim your life.

Through six in-depth modules and twelve engaging lessons, you’ll gain practical strategies rooted in proven therapeutic approaches, such as CBT and ERP. This course empowers you to take control of your mental health and provides the clarity, support, and structure needed for meaningful progress.

Packed with valuable resources—including insights into OCD subtypes and medication options, hypnosis sessions, informational videos, worksheets, reflections, and more— this course serves as a powerful standalone tool or an ideal complement to therapy. Whether you’re navigating OCD yourself or seeking to understand it better for a loved one, Breaking Free from OCD is your step-by-step guide to lasting change.

If you are currently in therapy, the companion manual can be purchased in the products section for your licensed mental health professional to use as a guide when integrating your coursework. If your therapist is interested in obtaining the course for themselves in order to understand OCD in depth and how to treat it, they can purchase the Professional Course with all of the included material and therapist's manual.


What You Will Learn


What You Will Learn

By enrolling in Breaking Free from OCD, you will gain valuable insights and practical skills to overcome OCD. This course offers:

  • A Step-by-Step Understanding of OCD: Learn the inner workings of OCD, including the obsessive-compulsive cycle and why compulsions might feel necessary but worsen symptoms over time.
  • Proven Therapeutic Techniques: Dive into Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to rewire your brain and reduce anxiety.
  • Advanced ERP Strategies: Master techniques such as creating exposure hierarchies, tackling mental fears with imaginal exposure, and overcoming common ERP challenges.
  • Tools for Emotional Growth: Build self-compassion, embrace uncertainty, and let go of guilt and shame related to OCD.
  • Confidence to Prevent Relapse: Develop a personalized relapse prevention plan and learn how to maintain progress in the long term.
  • A Path to a Fulfilling Life: Reclaim joy, reconnect with your passions, and build the life you envision beyond OCD.
  • Exclusive Resources: Access guided meditations, journaling prompts, printable worksheets, and cheat sheets to supplement your healing journey.

This course is designed for individuals living with OCD, their loved ones seeking to understand the disorder, and therapists looking for structured, evidence-based tools to enhance their practice.

Curriculum

  🔹 Module 1: Understanding OCD
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  🔹 Module 2: Setting the Foundation
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  🔹 Module 3: How to Rewire Your Brain – CBT & ERP Essentials
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  🔹 Module 4: Strengthening Your Mindset – Mastering Uncertainty & Self-Compassion
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  🔹 Module 5: Advanced ERP Strategies & Long-Term Recovery
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  🔹 Module 6: Living a Full Life Beyond OCD
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  Additional Resource Materials
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Your Instructor


Lara Neely, DBH, LPC | Doctor of Behavioral Health | Licensed Professional Counselor

Hi, I’m Lara Neely—a Doctor of Behavioral Health, Licensed Professional Counselor, and a passionate advocate for accessible mental health care. For years, I’ve dedicated my career to diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health challenges. My journey began in psychiatric hospital settings and private practice, where I witnessed firsthand the growing demand for mental health services, particularly for anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

In the aftermath of COVID-19, the prevalence of generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and separation anxiety skyrocketed. Simultaneously, I saw more individuals of all ages seeking support for OCD. As my practice overflowed with calls from people in urgent need of care, I was struck by the stark reality: as one therapist, my time is finite, and many are left waiting far too long for help. This realization became my catalyst to create something transformative.

I founded The Mind University to bridge this gap by delivering evidence-based, structured tools and resources to the masses. Drawing from my years of experience, I’ve developed courses that empower individuals to access practical therapeutic strategies—either as a supplement to therapy or as a stand-alone resource. My goal has always been to provide affordable, effective, and easy-to-implement tools that allow clients to flourish emotionally, spiritually, mentally, and physically.

Therapists, too, can benefit from the companion manuals that I created for each course, which provide a structured framework for weekly sessions. This not only enhances consistency and clarity in therapy but also ensures that vital concepts and techniques are communicated effectively, paving the way for impactful, long-lasting change.

Ultimately, The Mind University is my effort to ensure that no one feels stuck waiting for care. I’m dedicated to helping as many people as possible navigate their mental health journey with confidence, clarity, and resilience. I invite you to explore these resources, provide feedback, and join me in making quality mental healthcare an accessible reality for all.