Category: Virtual Child Therapy


Feb 15 2026

Why Combining ERP, DBT, and NLP is the Way Forward for OCD Treatment

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Obsessive‑Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is complex. For some, it involves intrusive thoughts; for others, compulsions to self-harm or regulate overwhelming emotions. Evidence shows that while Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) remains the gold-standard treatment, combining therapies can improve outcomes, particularly for people who struggle with emotional regulation, distress tolerance,[…]

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Feb 15 2026

How OCD Lies to Your Child (and Keeps Them Stuck)

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Understanding the Tricks of the OCD Brain Many parents notice their children say things like: “If I don’t do this, something terrible will happen!”“I can’t touch that — it will ruin everything.”“I have to get this perfect or something bad will happen.” At first, it may seem like[…]

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Jul 17 2024

The Benefits of Online Coaching Therapy for Kids Aged 8+ and Supporting Research

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In today’s fast-paced, digital world, online coaching therapy has emerged as a viable and sometimes preferable alternative to traditional face-to-face sessions, particularly for children aged 8 and above. As an NLP4Kids therapist based in the town town of Lifford, Donegal, near Strabane I am very aware of how[…]

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