OCD North

OCD North Recovery from OCD is possible with ERP Treatment in Ontario, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nova Scotia.

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Finding the right support for OCD can feel overwhelming.You want someone who truly understands what you’re going through...
04/25/2026

Finding the right support for OCD can feel overwhelming.

You want someone who truly understands what you’re going through.

Samantha is a Registered Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting individuals and families. She brings a calm, compassionate approach while staying grounded in evidence-based care.

Her work is rooted in a strengths-based, trauma-informed lens, helping you feel supported while building the skills to navigate OCD in a different way.

With specialized training in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) through Yale, and additional training in Exposure and Response Prevention, Samantha is deeply committed to providing thoughtful, informed care to those living with OCD and the people who support them.

Whether you’re navigating OCD yourself or supporting a loved one, you don’t have to figure it out alone.








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Constant overthinking.Checking.Needing reassurance just to feel okay.For many people, this doesn’t feel like OCD.But it ...
04/23/2026

Constant overthinking.

Checking.

Needing reassurance just to feel okay.

For many people, this doesn’t feel like OCD.

But it can be.

OCD isn’t always visible, and it doesn’t always look the way people expect. A lot of it happens internally through thoughts, doubts, and mental patterns that feel impossible to shut off.

No matter the subtype, OCD is driven by the same cycle that keeps you stuck.

The good news is that this cycle *can* be broken with the right, evidence-based support.

If any of this felt familiar, you’re not alone. And there is a way forward.








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OCD treatment should be accessible.OCD North offers in-person appointments in Barrie, King City, Surrey, and Edmonton, a...
04/20/2026

OCD treatment should be accessible.

OCD North offers in-person appointments in Barrie, King City, Surrey, and Edmonton, as well as virtual treatment for individuals and families seeking specialized OCD support. The team focuses exclusively on OCD treatment using Exposure and Response Prevention, the gold-standard treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Visit our website to learn more about locations, virtual treatment, and how to get started.

04/19/2026

Supporting a loved one with OCD is challenging. Learn about OCD flare ups, why we have intrusive thoughts, and get expert advice on OCD: how to help effectively.

🔗www.OCDnorth.com/how-to-support-someone-with-OCD

04/16/2026

Contamination OCD is one of the most misunderstood forms of obsessive compulsive disorder.

It’s not about being neat, clean, or tidy.

It’s the fear that what you touch, what you ingest, or what you wear could make you sick, make someone you love sick, or worse. That fear feels incredibly real, and it can take over your entire life.

Some signs you might need support:

You avoid going out in public because of what you might come in contact with.

You’re afraid of being in environments outside your comfort zone because of what it could mean for your health.

You struggle to touch or sit on surfaces without a barrier.

You need to wash, sanitize, or clean in a way that goes beyond what feels reasonable, but you can’t stop.

This isn’t a quirk. This isn’t being a germaphobe. This is OCD, and it’s treatable.

If this sounds familiar, we can help you take back control. Link in bio to book an assessment.



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This is who’s behind OCD North. 👋Before I knew what OCD was, before I knew ERP existed, before I helped 2,000+ people fi...
04/14/2026

This is who’s behind OCD North. 👋

Before I knew what OCD was, before I knew ERP existed, before I helped 2,000+ people fight back against their intrusive thoughts, I was just this kid.

I didn’t grow up dreaming of starting a clinic. But somewhere along the way, I realized that too many people were being misdiagnosed, undertreated, or told “it’s just anxiety.” And I couldn’t sit with that.

So I built OCD North, a clinic dedicated exclusively to OCD treatment across Canada. A place where kids, teens, adults and families finally get the specialized care they deserve.

Some days it’s hard. Most days it’s worth it. Every day I’m grateful I get to do this work.
If you or someone you love is struggling with OCD, you don’t have to figure it out alone. 💛

🔗 Link in bio to book an assessment.








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04/13/2026

Up to 90% of new moms experience intrusive thoughts postpartum, and almost no one talks about it. 💙

If you’ve ever thought “What if I drop my baby?” or “What if I hurt them?” You are not alone, you are not dangerous, and you are not a bad mom.

Intrusive thoughts are not a reflection of who you are or how you parent. They are just thoughts.

Here’s what to do in the moment:
✨ Pause
✨ Take a deep breath in
✨ Exhale longer than you inhaled
✨ Remind yourself: this is just a thought

If you’re still struggling, support is available, and it works. 💛

🌸 Join our Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Circle — an 8-week supportive group program with OCD North x Serenity Birth Studio, inspired by Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts.

📅 April 20th – June 15th
🕐 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Spots are limited — link in bio to register!

Is ERP therapy safe for children? Discover how ERP therapy for OCD is adapted for different developmental stages, from t...
04/10/2026

Is ERP therapy safe for children? Discover how ERP therapy for OCD is adapted for different developmental stages, from toddlers to teens.

🔗www.OCDNorth.com/erp-therapy-for-OCD-in-kids-by-age

Meet Cara, Social Work Intern at OCD North.Cara is currently completing her Master’s degree in Social Work at the Univer...
04/09/2026

Meet Cara, Social Work Intern at OCD North.

Cara is currently completing her Master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Windsor while completing her internship with our team. She brings more than 15 years of experience working in the social service sector, supporting children, youth, families, and individuals in nonprofit and community-based organizations.

Cara practices with a strengths-based and client-centered approach, building strong relationships and creating a collaborative environment for the people she works with.

She is passionate about continuing to develop her micro social work skills and contributing to the OCD community through compassionate, thoughtful care.

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125 Bell Farm Road Suite 205
Barrie, ON
L4M6L2

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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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Welcome to OCD North

Welcome to the clinic! I'm glad you're here. If you're reading this you either suffer from Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder or supporting someone who is. I'm Merrisa, and I'm here to help.

Throughout my education, practicums, and work experience, I knew I never wanted to become a generalist.

As a Registered MSW, I took a special interest in OCD and became certified in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

Here's why I love treating in OCD: