About OCD Parent Coach
Making sure no parent has to navigate their child's OCD alone.
Our Mission
When a child is diagnosed with OCD — or when a parent first realizes those repetitive behaviors might be more than a phase — it can feel overwhelming. The questions come fast: Am I making it worse? Should I let them finish the ritual? Why can't they just stop?
OCD Parent Coach exists to answer those questions with warmth, clarity, and science. We combine the latest evidence-based approaches — including ERP and CBT — with AI technology to give families 24/7 access to the guidance they need.
We're not here to replace therapists. We're here to help you between sessions, during the hard moments, and on the days when you just need someone who gets it.
What We Believe
Compassion First
Every parent is doing their best. We meet you where you are — with zero judgment and endless understanding.
Evidence-Based
Our guidance is rooted in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) — the gold-standard treatments for OCD.
Education Empowers
When parents understand OCD mechanics, they become their child's greatest ally. Knowledge transforms fear into confident action.
You're Not Alone
OCD affects 1 in 200 children. Our community connects families who understand what you're going through.
Always Available
OCD doesn't follow a schedule. Our AI coach is here at 2 AM during a bedtime spiral, and at noon when school anxiety strikes.
Progress, Not Perfection
Small, consistent steps lead to meaningful change. We help you track wins and stay the course when it gets tough.
How Our Platform Works
AI Parent Coach
Our AI coach is trained on evidence-based OCD strategies. It provides personalized guidance for your specific situations — from bedtime rituals to school avoidance. It's available 24/7 via web chat and understands the nuances of supporting a child with OCD.
Situation Library
49 real-world scenarios with step-by-step strategies, parent scripts, and graded approaches from starter to advanced. Each guide explains the OCD mechanics behind the behavior and what to do (and not do) in the moment.
Assessments & Tracking
Our OCD IQ screening helps you understand your child's patterns across multiple domains. The Parent Response Style Quiz reveals how your reactions affect the OCD cycle. The Progress Tracker helps you see trends, celebrate wins, and share data with your therapist.
Learning Hub
20 in-depth articles covering everything from OCD basics to advanced ERP strategies, organized into guided learning paths for different stages of your journey.
Our Clinical Foundation
All content on OCD Parent Coach is grounded in established clinical frameworks:
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — the first-line treatment for OCD, adapted for parent-supported home practice
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) — understanding and restructuring the thought patterns that fuel OCD
- Family Accommodation Research — based on the work of Dr. Eli Lebowitz and others on how family responses affect OCD severity
- Developmental Considerations — age-appropriate strategies for children ages 4 through adulthood
Important Note
OCD Parent Coach is an educational and coaching platform. We are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Our AI coach is not a therapist and does not provide therapy. Always consult a qualified mental health provider for clinical guidance specific to your child.
Ready to get started?
Whether you're just learning about OCD or deep in the trenches, we're here for you.