On this episode, we are joined by Kara Kushnir, LCSW, PMH-C. Kara is a psychotherapist and founder and clinical director of her private practice - A Work of Heart Counseling in New Jersey. We talk about all things OCD and perinatal trauma, but we also highlight Kara's new book "Mama's Thoughts". We hope you enjoy today's episode and that these nuggets of info are helpful for you navigating OCD or perinatal trauma.

On this episode, you will hear:
- Intersection of OCD and trauma
- Understanding mental compulsions in OCD
- Effective treatments for OCD and trauma
- Perinatal trauma and OCD
- Acceptance and moving forward

You can follow Kara on Instagram @karakushnir_therapist

You can order Kara's book "Mama's Thoughts" HERE!

Guest Bio:
Kara Kushnir is a psychotherapist and founder of A Work of Heart Counseling & Wellness - a practice based in Northern NJ - as well as an Author and advocate for perinatal mental health, new families and children. When she is not in session with clients or advocating for policy change, you can find Kara training other therapists or with her husband and son relaxing, spending time outdoors and seeking to wind down. Kara brings a wealth of knowledge - both from professional and personal experience - to her work, and hopes to start conversations about maternal mental health to end the silence so many new moms suffer in.

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