Ashley Rush, MS, PLPC

12/03/2025

Three things we need to accept this International Day of Persons with Disabilities:

1. ADHD and Autism are disabilities, not just "quirks."
2. "Disabled" is not an insult. It is a legal and social category that grants rights and protections.
3. You are "disabled enough." You don't have to be in crisis to deserve support.

Stop gatekeeping yourself and others. If your brain makes life harder in an ableist world, this day is for you, too.
Want to learn more about the legal definition of disability? Check this out: https://www.ada.gov/topics/intro-to-ada/

11/17/2025

10/29/2025

What Are BFRBs? Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) are self-grooming behaviors—like pulling, picking, biting, or scraping—that can cause physical damage. These behaviors often target areas l…

10/27/2025

Many assume body-focused repetitive behaviors stem from trauma. Discover what the research says and why understanding the difference is important for treatment success.

10/25/2025

OCD Louisiana's 2025 OCD Walk will be held Sunday Nov. 9 in Washington Square in New Orleans. We hope you will join us!

For more info and to register: iocdf.org/walknola

10/16/2025

This I wanted to give a shout out to two people who inspire me in their work with OCD and related disorders- Kristin Fitch (Rise Center for OCD & Anxiety) and KD Holmes (KDH Counseling). Both of you truly "get" OCD work and are inspiring for your passion for what you do. It's a honor to work with you both!

10/14/2025

Look up, New Orleans! The will be lit teal tonight for . This light is a symbol of hope for the 1 in 40 people living with OCD.
See it? Snap a photo & tag us with ! OCD Louisiana International OCD Foundation

10/14/2025

What I want you to know about OCD is…
You can get better with effective treatment!

Your words can help replace myths with truth, and remind others that OCD is not a personality quirk, but a serious mental health condition that deserves understanding and support.

For today’s prompt, we’re raising awareness by sharing what we wish others understood about OCD.

Finish this sentence: “What I want you to know about OCD is…”

10/03/2025

OCD Louisiana's 2025 OCD Walk will be held on Sunday Nov. 9 at Washington Square in New Orleans! Looking forward to seeing everyone there!

For more information, or to donate or register, head to : iocdf.org/walknola

09/18/2025

According to the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) the FIRST LINE treatments of OCD are Exposure and Respose Prevention (ERP), medication, or a combination of the two. Talk therapy, EMDR, Psychoanalytic treatments, Life Coaching, etc are NOT recommended for OCD. See https://iocdf.org/ocd-treatment-guide/ for more information on proven treatments (and treatments to avoid).

09/09/2025

Awesome virtual and in person event from Habit Aware--

THE GREAT BFRB GET-TOGETHER!

What can you expect?

🧠 Expert panels with professionals who truly understand BFRBs (not just surface-level advice)
⚡ Lightning talks from people with lived experience – real stories, real struggles, real hope
🫶 Connection spaces where you can meet others who actually get it
📹 Full recordings so you can watch later... or again and again
↔️ Options: attend virtually or join a watch group in select cities

This event is perfect for:

👩‍💼 Adults
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents
🧒 Kids 12+ (especially the shorter Lightning Talks)
👩‍⚕️ Treatment Professionals (plus – 7 CE credits available through the MO State Board for both the live session and recordings!)

This is the first year that HabitAware is hosting an event like this (with proceeds supporting BFRB NFPs)
And It’s just the start!
https://habitaware.com/pages/the-great-bfrb-get-together

09/06/2025

Behind the Scenes shared this group with us, and we wanted to share it with you! A support group for siblings of those with OCD, meeting the first Monday each month, at 7pm Central. What a great resource, Austin!