OCD Support Group

The aim of this group is to support attendees with their wellbeing, promote connectedness, and reduce isolation. The support group provides the participants with guidance and advice about mental health, self-care and a safe space to share their concerns and challenges. Carers are invited to contact the administrator to discuss possible attendance

Each MHFA Support Group is free.

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Face-to-Face

OCD Support Group

Schedule

Every 2nd Tuesdays of the month

6:30pm - 8:00pm (Melbourne Time) Mental Health Foundation Australia

How to get there?



Face-to-Face sessions are conducted at the Mental Health Foundation Australia located at G1, 10 Yarra Street, South Yarra VIC 3141.   


If you plan to attend in-person, public transport is the easiest way to access the Wellness Hub. Private parking is available in the area- please be aware of closing times. 


Online

OCD Support Group

Schedule
Every 3rd Tuesdays of the month

6:30pm - 8:00pm (Melbourne Time)

Online session via Zoom

 How to attend a online session?


Online sessions are conducted on Zoom. 


Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84495277947?pwd=UhAob8vxyX5mLo8t3VagIsQoYZPa2q.1



Meeting ID: 844 9527 7947

Passcode: 119225

Trouble accessing Zoom? Click here

Our online groups are available to you from anywhere and everywhere, wherever you are in the world.

Troubleshooting tips for Online Meetings:


  • If you are having trouble connecting you could try clearing your browser cache.
  • There are instructions for this for Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Safari.
  • You could also try restarting the Zoom app on your computer or mobile device.
  • Zoom do offer some technical support with a knowledge base and customer support.


Unfortunately the MHFA can do very little to assist with connection issues as Zoom is a 3rd party application and out of our control.

About OCD

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that affects two to three percent of the population (more than 500,000 Australians). It usually begins in late childhood or early adolescence. People with OCD experience recurrent and persistent thoughts, images or impulses that are intrusive and unwanted (obsessions). They also perform repetitive and ritualistic actions that are excessive, time-consuming and distressing (compulsions). People with OCD are usually aware of the irrational and excessive nature of their obsessions and compulsions. However, they feel unable to control their obsessions or resist their compulsions.

There are numerous factors that contribute to obsessive compulsive disorder.


  • Compulsion are learned behaviours, which becomes recursive and habitual when they are associated with relief from anxiety
  • Chemical, structural and functional abnormalities in the brain are the cause.
  • Due to genetic factors

Anxiety management techniques for OCD


Anxiety management techniques include relaxation training, slow breathing techniques, mindfulness meditation and hyperventilation control.


Support group


Support groups allow people with OCD and their famillies to meet in comfort and safety, and give and receive support. The group also provide the opportunity to learn more about the disorder and to develop social networks.

Jim Beer-Headshot

Jim Beer, OCD Support Group Facilitator


Jim Beer is a community support worker and facilitates the MHFA's OCD and Depression support groups.