Teaching and Training Opportunities

One of OC Anxiety Center’s core tenants is to inform other providers and the general public about Anxiety and OC Disorders, and how they are treated. Very often OCAC team members engage in outreach services. In addition to professional conferences, OCAC has had booths at the National Alliance of Mental Health walkathons and health and…

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OCAC at OCD SoCal 2024

Dr. Hsia recently spoke at the SoCal OCD Speaker Series in Costa Mesa.  The Speaker Series is an annual event hosted by the SoCal branch of the International OCD Foundation, and it’s Dr. Hsia’s second time speaking at the event.  This year, he led a continuing education workshop for current providers wanting to learn more…

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Blossoming Together 2024

Hey, Orange County… Let’s Blossom Together! While we each hold the seeds of our own success, we all need support creating the right conditions to help us grow. This April, in partnership with Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA), join us for Blossoming Together: a no-cost, outdoor, picnic-style, family-friendly community wellness gathering for ALL Orange County residents. Enjoy no-cost performances,…

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Upcoming (and links to past) events

With all of the recent changes at OCAC, we’ve neglected to keep everyone informed of the events we’ve been involved in over the past few weeks and upcoming ones that you can come see us.   February 25, 2024: Hope for Mental Health Community Gathering https://saddleback.com/event/11231/hope-for-mental-health-february-community-gathering?occurrenceId=183227&startDateTime=2024-02-25T13%3A00%3A00-08%3A00&endDateTime=2024-02-25T15%3A00%3A00-08%3A00 A recording of the event is posted here: https://kaywarren.com/community/ We’ll…

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Ms. Ogata presents research at the 2023 California Psychological Association Conference

Congratulations to our own Katie Ogata, who presented her research in September at the California Psychological Association Conference.  Her research detailed perceived vs actual outcome of treatment for teenagers, comparing online, hybrid and inperson treatment modalities.  While teenagers (n=80) believed at a statistically significant rate that inperson treatment would have better outcomes, we found at…

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We’re IOCDF bound!

Next week from July 7-9th,  the International OCD Foundation will be having its annual conference in San Francisco at the Marriott Marquis , and the OC Anxiety Center will be there. Drs. Hsia and Davis and Ms. Portillo will not only be attending, but all three will be giving presentations. Additionally, OCAC will have a…

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New staff at the OC Anxiety Center

We’re happy to announce that the OC Anxiety Center will be adding another new staff member in November of this year.  Unlike our other therapists, Daisy will likely gladly accept a pat on the head or a tummy rub from you. Daisy is a 1.5 year-old golden retriever, currently being trained at Joys of Living…

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Pavlov, our therapy dog

Pavlov has been part of our treatment team for many years but has never gotten a proper introduction. Our golden retriever Pavlov was initially adopted by Dr. Hsia when he was a puppy in 2010 from a deploying Marine at Camp Pendleton. At that time, he was enrolled at Little Angels Service dogs to be…

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COVID-19 Information

During this trying time the OC Anxiety Center remains open.  We are primarily seeing patients virtually, utilizing both teletherapy and HIPAA compliant video platforms to ensure your confidentiality.  For some specific situations we are also seeing patients in the office but is the exception and not the rule until we are through this time.  Please…

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Position Opening

The OC Anxiety Center is currently looking to hire a psychology assistant, psychologist or experienced Master’s individual to work with children through adults in the area of anxiety and related disorders.  Areas of responsibility include treatment of anxiety, OCD, and impulse control disorders using CBT and ACT as primary modalities, with an emphasis on ERP.  …

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OCD So Cal Conference: March 30th

The Southern California chapter of IOCDF is hosting it’s annual conference in Irvine on Saturday March 30th. They keynote speaker is Jeff Sparr, an artist and co-founder of PeaceLove. You’ll get to choose two presentation to attend, enjoy a continental breakfast, and lunch. Dr. Davis will be speaking on how to use an OCD contract…

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Transitions

As we move towards the end of the year, we often think of relationships with family and friends, nostalgia for the past year, and hope for the future. With that said, we sadly announce that Dr. Shana Daves will be leaving the OC Anxiety Center with all of the above in mind. It has been…

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New Social Anxiety Group

The OC Anxiety Center has started a wait list for a social anxiety group! We’re excited to start a new social anxiety treatment group, focusing on young adults. We currently have three people interested: when we have several more we can begin sessions. It will consist of 75-minute sessions at a cost of $125 per…

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Conference Meetup

Dr. Hsia will be part of the “Depression and the Church” conference at Yorba Linda Friends Church on October 27th, from 8a-4p. It’s open to the public (last year had 250 attendees and they’re anticipating more this year). Come by our booth and ask us questions or just say hello!

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NAMI Walk

This past weekend we had the privilege of meeting of meeting numerous individuals who united for the NAMI walk in Anaheim, California to raise awareness on mental illness. It was a wonderful experience and we look forward to more like it as we enjoy connecting with others as well as sharing more about our contribution…

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OCAC Updates

Dr. Hsia will be speaking at the UC Irvine Medical Center on August 15th and the 29th at grand rounds for the psychiatry residents.  The first talk focuses on the appropriate application of exposure and response prevention.  The second will explain how to differentiate and treat social anxiety and autism spectrum disorders.   We are…

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Introducing Dr. Lauren DeSilva

The OC Anxiety Center is excited to welcome Dr. Lauren DeSilva to our staff. After a careful and extensive search, we are happy to announce that Dr. DeSilva will be working with us.  Originally from Orange County, she is happy to be back.  We will soon be posting her bio, but a few notes of…

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What I learned at ADAA this year…

Last week I was in Washington DC for the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) annual conference.  The conference attendance was one of the highest in recent years, and it was a good opportunity to see what new research and clinical skills have been developed. Here’s a few of the things I learned this…

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SoCal OCD Conference

Are you interested in learning more about OCD either for yourself or for a family member? You may be interested in attending the OCD Southern California Annual Conference. This conference is unique because it was developed both for professionals and for those affected by OCD. It’s a wonderful chance to get questions answered and learn…

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