The OLEE Index Blog

🔄 The Optimizer's Trap: When Self-Improvement Becomes OCD

Productivity culture tells you to optimize everything. But for some people, the drive to improve isn't ambition — it's OCD.

8 min read · May 2026

💭 Am I a Bad Person or Is This OCD?

Moral scrupulosity makes you feel like a monster for thoughts you never chose to have. Here's what's actually going on.

9 min read · May 2026

🗂️ What Type of OCD Do I Have?

OCD doesn't have one face. Understanding your specific subtype is the first step to finding treatment that actually works.

10 min read · May 2026

💊 Your First Month on Sertraline for OCD

SSRIs are a common part of OCD treatment. Here's an honest account of what the first month is actually like.

9 min read · May 2026

🏋️ ERP Exercises You Can Start Today

You don't need to wait for a therapist to begin ERP. Here are structured exercises that work — and the important caveats about doing them without guidance.

10 min read · May 2026

🔍 How to Tell If Your Therapist Actually Specializes in OCD

Most therapists who say they treat OCD don't specialize in it. Here's what to look for — and what to ask.

9 min read · May 2026

🧠 ERP Therapy: What to Expect in Your First Sessions

Exposure and Response Prevention is the gold standard for OCD. Most people don't know what it actually involves.

9 min read · May 2026

💰 Why Most OCD Therapists Don't Take Insurance

The best OCD specialists often practice out-of-network. Here's why, and how to make treatment financially tractable.

9 min read · May 2026

🏥 OCD Intensive Programs in California

When weekly therapy isn't enough, intensive programs offer a faster path. Here's how they work and who they're for.

8 min read · May 2026

📋 Questions to Ask an OCD Therapist Before Your First Appointment

The right questions reveal whether a therapist truly specializes in OCD — or just lists it on their profile.

8 min read · May 2026