The Gateway Institute Supports Our Very Own Chris Trondsen at the 2026 OCD SoCal Speaker Series
Join us on Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 10:00am – 3:00pm for the in-person OCD SoCal Speaker Series at Orange Coast College in Southern California.
We are proud to support our very own Chris Trondsen, who will be presenting alongside other local OCD treatment providers, clinicians, advocates, and community leaders.
Chris Trondsen is an OCD and BDD specialist at The Gateway Institute and a nationally recognized advocate for OCD treatment and recovery. After overcoming severe Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Body Dysmorphic Disorder through specialized treatment, he dedicated his career to helping others reclaim their lives from OCD and related disorders. Chris has shared his recovery story through major media outlets and serves on the Board of Directors for the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF).
Event Highlights
- In-person community event at Orange Coast College
- Presentations and panels on OCD and related disorders
- Opportunity to connect with the Southern California OCD community
- Open to individuals, families, loved ones, clinicians, students, and the general public
- 3Continuing Education credits available for LMFTs, LPCCs, LCSWs, and psychologists
- Catered lunch, beverages, and free parking included
Ticket Prices
- General Admission (May 15 – May 30): $18
- Professional Ticket with 3 CE Credits: $45