Latino OCD Genetics Study- Sign Up!

A compensated study to identify genetic factors contributing to the development of OCD.

You will either provide a spit sample in person or send it to us via mail in a kit we provide.

Applicants must:

Have at least 1 grandparent who identifies as Latino/Hispanic
Be 7-89 years old
Have experienced symptoms of OCD now or in the past.
- No official OCD diagnosis is required

Learn More: LATINO OCD Genetics Study Flyer (PDF)

About the Author: Michael A. Tompkins, PhD, ABPP

Michael A. Tompkins, PhD, ABPP is a licensed psychologist (PSY13822) and board certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology, co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, Diplomate and Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, and is a trainer and consultant for the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior. He is the author or co-author of numerous scholarly articles and chapters on cognitive-behavior therapy and related topics, as well as seven books. Dr. Tompkins treats adults, adolescents, and children with anxiety disorders (panic, worry, phobias, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety), stress, insomnia, body-focused repetitive behaviors (trichotillomania, skin picking, nail biting), elimination disorders (enuresis and encopresis), and Tourette’s and tic disorders. For an appointment, call 510.652.4455 ext. 3 To learn more about Dr. Tompkins, visit his profile here.