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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)

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Past events​

A Discussion on OCD in Kids and How OCD Affects the Family
February 2026

In this episode, Marni Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP, a clinical psychologist who specializes in treating OCD in children and families, explains how this dynamic develops and what it takes to break it. She shares how families can begin stepping out of the cycle, reduce accommodations, and support their child in a way that builds confidence instead of reinforcing OCD.

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Sirius XM: Doctor Radio
"About our Kids"

February 27, 2026

Hosts: Yamalis Diaz, Ph.D., Dr. Pontea Farahmand, M.D.
Special Guest: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP
"Your Anxious Child" podcast
Guest: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP
Published January 30, 2026.
45 minutes.

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​Navigating the OCD Journey: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding and Supporting Children with OCD

Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP, Patrick B. McGrath, Ph.D., Natasha Daniels, LCSW, & Chris Baier
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Online OCD Conference (2025)
​November 15-16, 2025

Hosted by: OCD Southern California
Challenging Symptoms and Presentations in Pediatric OCD
Advanced Forum for Pediatric OCD
International OCD Foundation

October 23-25, 2025

Doctor Radio on Sirius XM, About Our Kids radio show

​Featured Guest: Dr. Marni Jacob
Topic: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) 
​Friday, October 10, 2025


​The Intersection of Laws & Mental Health: An Overview of Florida's Involuntary Commitment Laws and Related Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Implications for Psychologists.

Presenters: Mark Astor, Esquire, Robert Sanchez, Psy.D., Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP

Hosted by: Florida Psychological Association, Palm Chapter
Sponsored by: The Guest House (Ocala)

Friday, 9/26/2025
The Boca Raton
9:00am-12:00pm
Annual OCD Conference (2025)
​Jacob, M. L., Piacentini, J., Stewart, E., Storch, E., & Wagner, A. (July, 2025). It's All About the Kids! Q&A with a Panel of Pediatric OCD Experts. Presented at the 30h Annual International OCD Conference 2025 in Chicago, IL.
 
Martinez, M., Jacob, M. L., Daniels, N., & Angela Springer (July, 2025). Toys, Tunes, Crafts, and Laughs: Utilizing Play & Practice in OCD Treatment with Youth. Presented at the 30h Annual International OCD Conference 2025 in Chicago, IL.
 
Werner, C., Jacob, M. L., Judd, R., Howell, D., & Cheung, K. (July, 2025). It's a Family Affair: Navigating Conversations with Parents. Presented at the 30h Annual International OCD Conference 2025 in Chicago, IL.

Maximizing Your Therapeutic Toolbox: An Intro to the Unified Protocol for Children and Adolescents

Clinician Training Featuring: Dr. Jamie Sherman, Jacob Center for Evidence-Based Treatment
Hosted by: Florida CBT Association 

June 20th, 2025
12:00pm-2:00pm
"Tic Talks: Breaking the Cycle: Behavioral Tools for Tics and OCD"
​Hosted by: University of Miami Health Tourette Center of Excellence.
March 4, 2025

Barbara Coffey, M.D., MS
Katia Moritz PhD, ABPP
Marni Jacob PhD, ABPP
Jonathan Hoffman PhD, ABPP
Jamie Sherman PhD
Wilfredo Rivera-Perez PSYD
"Ask the Experts: Anxiety in the Classroom"

Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Hosted by the International OCD Foundation
Featuring host Chris Trondsen, LMFT (IOCDF National Advocate), with guests Denise Egan-Stack, LMHC; Ez Homonoff, EdS, NCSP; and Marni L. Jacob, PhD, ABPP, the panel discussed strategies to help students with anxiety and OCD thrive in the classroom.

Link to Livestream Video

ANNUAL OCD CONFEreNCE (2024)

IOCDF’s 29th Annual OCD Conference brings together experts, clinicians, researchers, individuals with OCD, and their supporters for one incredible event. The 2024 conference was held in Orlando, FL from  July 25-28, 2024.
Dr. Marni Jacob gave the following presentations at the IOCDF Conference in July, 2024 in Orlando, FL.
Dr. Jamie Sherman gave the following presentations at the IOCDF Conference in July, 2024 in Orlando, FL.
TRICH, a solo show written and performed by Becca Schneider, was at BARCLAY Performing Arts in Boca Raton from July 18-21, 2024. Becca’s smart, witty, and intimate play shines a light on her decades-long journey with trichotillomania. The Sunday 2pm matinee (July 21st) was followed by a "Talk Back" with Becca and several BFRB clinicians, including Dr. Marni Jacob. For more information about Trich, check out: www.trichplay.com.
"OCD 101"
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Hosted by the International OCD Foundation
Presenters: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP, Michelle Massi, LMFT, Ethan Smith (IOCDF National Advocate), and Rev. Katie O'Dunne (IOCDF National Advocate)

Link to Livestream Video
OCD and Related Disorders
Tuesday, March 26th, 2024
Presented at the AP Psychology's Boot Camp Program at the Posnack School in Davie, Florida
Presenter: Jamie Sherman, Ph.D., Jacob Center for Evidence-Based Treatment
​Doctor Radio on Sirius XM, About Our Kids radio show

Featured Guest: Dr. Marni Jacob
Topic: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) & Related Disorders
​Friday, 7/28/2023
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Taboo Symptoms in Pediatric OCD
Friday, July 7th, 2023
​Presented at the International OCD Conference 2023 in San Francisco

Presenters: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP, Eric Storch, Ph.D., & Josh Spitalnick, Ph.D., ABPP
Effective Collaboration Strategies to Improve ERP Outcomes: Tips to Engage Parents and Schools
Sunday, July 9th, 2023
​Presented at the International OCD Conference 2023 in San Francisco

Presenters: Scott Cypers, Ph.D., Brian Zoboski, Ph.D., NCSP, & Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP
Do's and Don'ts:
Strategies to Help Your Kids with OCD
Friday, October 8th, 2021
​Presented at the Online OCD Conference 2021

Presenters: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP & Katie Merricks, Ph.D.
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy
Friday, August 13th, 2021
Presented for the Florida Psychological Association - Palm Chapter

​Presenter: Jamie Sherman, Ph.D.
Understanding Appearance Anxiety in the Fitness Community
Friday, November 6th, 2020

​Presenter: D. Luis Ordaz, Ph.D.
Presented for the Florida Psychological Association - Palm Chapter
Teens, Parents, and OCD
Thursday, March 25th, 2021 at 6:00pm

Presenters: Katia Moritz, Ph.D., ABPP (Neurobehavioral Institute) & Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP (Jacob Center for Evidence-Based Treatment)

While it is hard to raise teens, it can be even harder for parents of teens with OCD. Dr. Katia Moritz (Neurobehavioral Institute) and Dr. Marni Jacob (Jacob Center for EBT) discussed ways to approach and support teenagers with OCD during this Instagram live on @nbiweston.com. We hope this event provided a guide for parents of teens who struggle with OCD, so that parents can support a child in managing their OCD and seeking treatment.

​Watch the recording via this LINK
*Note: The host had technical difficulties allowing access to 2 presenters via split-screen, so Dr. Jacob is not visible until shortly after the 13-minute mark.
"Living with OCD"
Teen Virtual Discussion and Q&A

Sunday, May 31st, 2020
5:00pm-6:30pm

Moderator: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP
Hosted by: OCD Central & South Florida

​Streamed via Facebook Live: OCD Central & South Florida Facebook page

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OCD, Anxiety, & Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders in Health Care
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Hosted by: OCD Central & South Florida
Presenters: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., ABPP & Stephanie Sacks, Ph.D.

September 10th, 2019
5:00pm-8:00pm
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Treatment:
​The Basics and Beyond

Speakers: Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D., Judith Migoya, Psy.D., & Elizabeth Penela, Ph.D..

March 25th, 2017

9:00am-12:00pm

Sponsored by: Nova Southeastern University College of Psychology and OCD Central & South Florida
Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Speakers: Eric A. Storch, Ph.D., & Marni L. Jacob, Ph.D.

September 9th, 2015
7:00pm-9:00pm
​Sponsored by: Miami-Dade-Monroe Chapter of Florida Psychological Association (FPA)