Rewire Your OCD Brain

Catherine M. Pittman, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of brain injuries and anxiety disorders. She is professor of psychology at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN. William H. Youngs, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with a private practice in clinical neuropsychology in the greater South Bend, IN, area. He has been a clinical neuropsychologist with Memorial Hospital of South Bend for twenty-five years, and a visiting assistant professor of psychology at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN, where he has taught undergraduate courses in neuroscience, cognitive psychology, psychological assessment, abnormal psychology, and theories of personality.

"Pittman and Youngs have described the neurophysiology of the brain function of anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Their eloquent explanations of solid treatment options and skill building are user-friendly and can be developed with or without a clinician. The language and concepts are down-to-earth and extremely easy to understand. Highly recommended for therapists or anyone struggling with anxiety or OCD."—Susan Myers, RN, LCSW, BCD, employed by the Veteran's Administration Health Care System providing counseling for veterans struggling with anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and chronic illness