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19/04/2026

Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions.

Let’s look at the facts 🔍

Don't forget to check out our online treatment program for OCD: https://thiswayup.org.au/what-we-treat/ocd

The program provides practical skills to manage symptoms, break negative cycles, and help you feel better 💛

14/04/2026

OCD is often misunderstood.

Today, we gently explore some lesser-known facts about OCD and what it can look and feel like, along with practical steps that can help.

Take care 💛

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, known as OCD, is a mental health condition that is often misunderstood. Busting common myths about OCD

10/04/2026

Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood.

It’s not just about liking things neat or organised - it can involve distressing thoughts and behaviours that are very hard to control.

Here are a few common signs to look out for 👉

The good news: effective treatments are available, and many people learn skills to manage OCD and regain their time and energy.

Check out our online treatment program for OCD: https://thiswayup.org.au/what-we-treat/ocd

The program uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), providing practical skills to manage symptoms, break negative cycles, and help you feel better 💛

09/04/2026

Do you come from a culturally or linguistically diverse background? Fill out our survey for the chance to win!

We are working to improve our programs to make them more accessible and culturally appropriate for multicultural communities across Australia.

If you’ve used a THIS WAY UP program and identify with a culturally or linguistically diverse background, we’d love your feedback.

The anonymous survey takes 10–15 minutes, with the chance to win one of ten $50 gift vouchers: https://redcap.stvincents.com.au/surveys/?s=NMYPFYALWJY4DCJA

Thank you for helping us create more inclusive mental health support.

03/04/2026

Intrusive thoughts are common, though they can catch us off guard.

How we respond to them can make a big difference to how we feel. Learning to change your relationship with intrusive thoughts can reduce their impact over time and with practice.

Rather than fighting them or pushing them away, try these 3 evidence-based strategies instead.

Take care 💛

20/03/2026

Difficult emotions are part of being human - but sometimes we struggle to make sense of them.

Our clinical team has put together some practical ways to understand what you’re feeling and take small steps forward. From noticing emotions in the body to healthy ways of expressing them, these skills can help build emotional resilience over time.

Take a look here 👇

Mental health struggles and difficult feelings are common, here are some practical ways to feel better and move forward

13/03/2026

Did you know the first step in therapy often isn’t “fixing” anything -it’s understanding what’s happening?

Learning to identify and label a feeling can be incredibly relieving. When you can name it, you can start to work with it, and tame it.

Here are a few ways to help you 'Name it to Tame it'.

13/03/2026

If you’ve ever spent your night staring at the ceiling, calculating exactly how many hours of sleep you’ll get if you fall asleep right now, you’re not alone.

For World Sleep Day, we’re highlighting the 'Gold Standard' for reclaiming your rest: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).

Our evidence-based Insomnia Treatment Program uses the power of CBT-I to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling refreshed: https://thiswayup.org.au/what-we-treat/insomnia 🥱

06/03/2026

Today we will show you a simple mindfulness exercise you can do when you're feeling anxious 💛

27/02/2026

When worry and rumination take over, it can feel like your thoughts are facts - or that they define you.

But thoughts are just thoughts, not truths, and you don’t have to believe or engage with every one of them.

Here are a few gentle ways to create some distance from your thoughts.

📌 Did you know we have a brand new treatment program targeting Worry and Rumination? Comment below or send us a DM for free access 📌

23/02/2026

Worry and rumination can feel like being stuck in a revolving door 🚪💭

Learn how to recognise it and move toward action with our evidence-based tips.

Take care 💛

Worry and rumination are types of repetitive negative thinking. Find relief from the revolving door of worry and rumination.

20/02/2026

Ever feel like your thoughts are running on repeat - going over the same thoughts again and again, but not actually landing on a plan or a solution?

We can ruminate about what’s already happened in the past, or worry about what might happen in the future. Both rumination and worry involve repetitive, negative thinking that can keep you stuck in stress, anxiety and low mood.

It’s human to replay past moments or imagine future “what ifs”. But when it becomes a loop that doesn’t lead to action or clarity, it’s helpful to notice it and gently shift your focus.

Here are a few simple ways to break free from the “revolving door” of unhelpful thinking 🌀

📌 Did you know we have a brand new treatment program targeting Worry and Rumination? Comment below or send us a DM for free access 📌