Jacob Center for Evidence-Based Treatment

05/24/2026

When a child suddenly develops severe anxiety, OCD symptoms, tics, food restriction, or dramatic behavioral changes, families are often left searching for answers.

Join ADAA on June 4, 2026, from 1:00–2:00 pm ET, for a free live webinar: “Do You Suspect PANS? Mental Health Resources for Next Steps”

Hosted by:
Brynn Blanchard, MA Ed, LMHCA
Kathryn Boger, PhD, ABPP
Zoë Gillispie, PhD
Angela Tang, MD, FAC

This expert panel will explore the emotional, behavioral, and medical complexities of suspected Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and share practical guidance for families, clinicians, and educators navigating next steps.

Register now: https://adaa.org/webinar/consumer/do-you-suspect-pans-mental-health-resources-next-steps

05/14/2026

Early bird pricing for the 31st Annual OCD Conference ends soon! 🦜🎉 Early bird pricing ends Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Join us July 9-12, 2026 in Seattle or virtually for four days of learning, connection, and community with people who understand OCD and related disorders.

Register now for and learn more about pricing and scholarship opportunities at iocdf.org/ocdcon

04/29/2026

Today’s the day.

Join ADAA for “What to Do When You Have a Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain” — A Live Author Q&A About Kids & OCD with Marni L. Jacob, PhD, ABPP, psychologist, author, and ADAA Member.

If your child is struggling with intrusive thoughts, fears, or behaviors they can’t seem to control, this webinar will give you clear, compassionate, and evidence-based tools to help.

Don’t miss your chance to learn directly from an expert and ask your questions live.

Join us here:
https://adaa.org/webinar/consumer/what-do-when-you-have-tricky-sticky-picky-brain-live-author-qa-about-kids-ocd

04/27/2026

When kids get stuck on “what if” thoughts, routines, or fears that won’t go away, it can be hard to know how to help.

Join ADAA on April 29 for a live webinar:
“What to Do When You Have a Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain” — A Live Author Q&A About Kids & OCD with Marni L. Jacob, PhD, ABPP, psychologist, author, and ADAA Member.

In this session, you’ll learn:
• How OCD shows up in children
• Why reassurance can sometimes make anxiety worse
• Practical, evidence-based ways to support your child
• How to build confidence and resilience over time

If you’re a parent, caregiver, or educator, this is a valuable opportunity to learn what truly helps.

Register here:
https://adaa.org/webinar/consumer/what-do-when-you-have-tricky-sticky-picky-brain-live-author-qa-about-kids-ocd

04/20/2026

FREE, LIVE, PUBLIC WEBINAR: Author Q&A on Kids & OCD

"What to Do When You Have a Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain: Cognitive Behavioral Strategies for Kids with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 12:00pm-1:00pm (EST)

Hosted by: Anxiety and Depression Association of America - ADAA
Author: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP
Moderator: Dr. Karen Lynn Cassiday
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wteOk_1aS56NtgPw9jDOSg #/registration

04/13/2026

Ever hear your child say:
“I can’t stop thinking about it.”
“What if something bad happens?”
“It just doesn’t feel right.”

OCD in kids can look confusing, frustrating, and heartbreaking — for them and for you.

This April, join ADAA for a live author Q&A with Marni L. Jacob, on how to help children with “tricky, sticky, picky” thoughts and behaviors. Learn how to respond in ways that reduce anxiety instead of accidentally reinforcing it — and discover what effective treatment really looks like.

Get the tools. Get the facts. Get support.

Register here: https://adaa.org/webinar/consumer/what-do-when-you-have-tricky-sticky-picky-brain-live-author-qa-about-kids-ocd
Jacob Center for Evidence-Based Treatment

04/07/2026

FREE, LIVE, PUBLIC WEBINAR: Author Q&A on Kids & OCD
"What to Do When You Have a Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain: Cognitive Behavioral Strategies for Kids with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 12:00pm-1:00pm (EST)

Hosted by: Anxiety and Depression Association of America - ADAA
Author: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP
Moderator: Dr. Karen Lynn Cassiday
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wteOk_1aS56NtgPw9jDOSg #/registration

03/23/2026

Dr. Marni Jacob recently had the privilege of joining the “Get to Know OCD” Podcast, hosted by Dr. Patrick McGrath, Chief Clinical Officer of NOCD (TreatMyOCD).

Episode accessible here:

OCD doesn’t just affect one person, it can quietly take over an entire household. What starts as small accommodations to reduce anxiety can turn into daily r...

03/16/2026

*Free E-Book This Week!! (March 16-20, 2026)

Dr. Marni Jacob recently wrote a book for children and teens with OCD: What to Do When You Have a Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain: Cognitive Behavioral Strategies to Help Kids with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

To help make the book even more accessible, we're offering a free e-book version THIS WEEK ONLY for anyone who would like to read it. Feel free to share with anyone who might benefit! Here is the link to the free e-book!

https://www.amazon.com/Tricky-Sticky-Picky-Brain-Obsessive-Compulsive-ebook/dp/B0GQW5C6QS

If you find it helpful, we'd be incredibly grateful if you considered leaving an honest review on Amazon—reviews help other readers discover the book and decide if it’s right for them.

Thank you for supporting this work and helping it reach the people who may benefit from it!

02/26/2026

Tune in to Sirius XM's Doctor Radio (Channel 110), this Friday, 2/27/2026, at 8:00am (EST), where Dr. Marni Jacob will be talking about lesser-known presentations of OCD and her new book, What To Do When You Have a Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain: Cognitive Behavioral Strategies to Help Kids with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder! Tune in! https://www.siriusxm.com/channels/doctor-radio

02/02/2026

Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain™ Kickstarter Campaign!

Many of you know that I (Dr. Marni Jacob) recently published, What to Do When You Have a Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain: Cognitive Behavioral Strategies for Kids with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. In effort to help reinforce the evidence-based anxiety and OCD coping skills that are discussed in my book, I am excited to share that I created a companion Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain™ plush to help externalize OCD, provide a visual cue for kids to use coping strategies, and to offer comfort and encourage self-compassion for children and teens with anxiety and OCD.

I'm launching this project on Kickstarter to assess demand and interest prior to initiating production of the Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain™. This project is not driven by profit — it’s driven by a mission to increase awareness of anxiety and OCD, and give children and teens a supportive tool to fight back against OCD. Therapists can use it with patients to support psychoeducation and role-play talking back to OCD. Even adults can use it as a reminder to practice effective coping strategies. While it is meant as a companion item to the book, it can also be used as a stand-alone plush to encourage evidence-based strategies for OCD. If there is enough interest and momentum, I will move forward! I have 30 days to garner support and backers, so please spread the word if the Tricky, Sticky, Picky Brain™ speaks to you! Thank you!

A therapy plush companion designed to help kids apply evidence-based strategies for OCD and anxiety learned through the book.