In this episode, I meet with Dr. Jennifer Reid, otherwise known as The Reflective Doc - a psychiatrist, podcast host, and writer.  We talk about...

- the basics of sleep including its importance and function - especially for those with OCD/anxiety

- common difficulties that people with OCD/anxiety experience as it relates to sleep

- the basics of CBT-I, an evidence based treatment for insomnia

- practical tips and suggestions to getting better sleep in a way that will benefit OCD/anxiety recovery

To see more from Dr. Reid, see below:

https://www.thereflectivedoc.com/

Instagram: @thereflectivedoc

Podcast: The Reflective Doc Podcast - https://www.thereflectivedoc.com/podcast-1

For OCD treatment, check out NOCD - head to www.treatmyocd.com and schedule your free 15 minute phone call to get connected with a licensed therapist who specializes in Exposure and Response Prevention.  NOCD is a mobile therapy platform and includes video sessions with a therapist, in addition to peer support, ERP tools, and more.   This podcast should not be substituted, nor is meant to act as a substitute, for legitimate mental health treatment/a legitimate mental health treatment provider.  This podcast and any information in it is solely the reflection of general knowledge and cannot be taken as a personal therapeutic recommendation.  To find a therapist near you to work more directly with these issues, head over to IOCDF.org, psychologytoday.com,  or nami.org.