The Journey and Heart of Bravewave Camp
In 2024, OCD Washington, a state affiliate of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), secured a seed grant from Jack Mental Health through their Plant a Camp initiative and partnered with IOCDF to create Bravewave Camp—a therapeutic camp designed for children and teens with OCD and their parents. OCD Washington will partner with Bravewave Collective, LLC, an organization dedicated to helping create innovative, connecting and healthy means for individuals with OCD and related disorders to access high quality mental health services, support, and be part of a community of individuals thriving with or without OCD!
At Bravewave Camp, we are deeply committed to helping kids and teens from diverse cultural backgrounds access high-quality therapeutic activities, build coping skills, and connect with peers who truly understand their experiences. We also aim to foster a sense of community by creating opportunities for campers to give back, help others, and grow together.
Bravewave Camp operates as a non-profit, made possible only through the generous support of local businesses, sponsors, and donors like you. Your contributions—whether through donations or providing essential supplies—make a profound difference in helping us carry out our mission. Every dollar counts in creating a space where children and families can thrive!
At Bravewave Camp, we are deeply committed to helping kids and teens from diverse cultural backgrounds access high-quality therapeutic activities, build coping skills, and connect with peers who truly understand their experiences. We also aim to foster a sense of community by creating opportunities for campers to give back, help others, and grow together.
Bravewave Camp operates as a non-profit, made possible only through the generous support of local businesses, sponsors, and donors like you. Your contributions—whether through donations or providing essential supplies—make a profound difference in helping us carry out our mission. Every dollar counts in creating a space where children and families can thrive!
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Details of Bravewave OCD Camp
Bravewave Camp is a program that combines creativity and connection with evidence-based ERP (Exposure Response Prevention) clinical treatment for children and teens with OCD and related disorders
The camp will feature daily ERP sessions alongside fun activities and group projects designed to help campers build meaningful connections with one another. It will be led and developed by a team of licensed psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and therapists, who are faculty at the University of Washington and recognized leaders in their field, with over 20 years of experience in both therapy and research.
Parents will also have the option to join a parent group to learn about OCD and support each other throughout their journeys.
Ages: 8-17.
Dates: July 21st - July 25th, 2025
Tentative Location:
Atmosphere Seattle
1607 Dexter Avenue
Seattle, WA 98109
Full Fee Prior to Insurance Coverage: $2200. Scholarships available for underserved populations.
*Please note that insurance coverage is available for individual and group therapy portion of the camp. You will need to check with your insurance provider for details on reimbursement or coverage options.
The camp will feature daily ERP sessions alongside fun activities and group projects designed to help campers build meaningful connections with one another. It will be led and developed by a team of licensed psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and therapists, who are faculty at the University of Washington and recognized leaders in their field, with over 20 years of experience in both therapy and research.
Parents will also have the option to join a parent group to learn about OCD and support each other throughout their journeys.
Ages: 8-17.
Dates: July 21st - July 25th, 2025
Tentative Location:
Atmosphere Seattle
1607 Dexter Avenue
Seattle, WA 98109
Full Fee Prior to Insurance Coverage: $2200. Scholarships available for underserved populations.
*Please note that insurance coverage is available for individual and group therapy portion of the camp. You will need to check with your insurance provider for details on reimbursement or coverage options.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is Bravewave OCD Summer Camp?
Bravewave OCD Summer Camp is a nonprofit day camp for children and teens (ages 8–17) with OCD. The camp combines evidence-based ERP treatment, creative activities, and community connection into a weeklong experience designed to empower youth to fight OCD and thrive together.
The camp is led by clinical experts, including Dr. Stacy Shaw Welch and Ms. Erjing Cui (faculty at the University of Washington), alongside a team of therapists, psychiatrists, and young adults with lived experience.
2. When and where is the camp held?
Dates: July 21–25, 2025
Location: Atmosphere Seattle, 1607 Dexter Avenue, Seattle, WA 98109
3. What are the daily camp hours?
Campers check in: 9:00 AM
Camp ends for younger campers: 1:30 PM
Teens continue activities until: 3:00 PM
4. What’s a typical day like at camp?
Each day will include a fun and engaging theme, which serves as the backdrop for both group activities and targeted exposure work. Campers will participate in ERP sessions, connect with peers, and engage in hands-on projects designed to build skills, confidence, and connection.
Sample Daily Schedule:
8:30–9:00 Staff check-in and setup
9:00–10:00 Camper check-in, goal setting, theme-based morning activity
10:00–11:00 ERP Group + Individual Sessions (based on daily theme and personal goals)
11:00–12:00 Theme-based group activity—practice skills, support peers, and have fun
12:00–1:00 Lunch and unstructured play
1:00–1:30 Wrap-up activity for younger kids
1:30–3:00 Extended teen activities + evening goal setting
3:00–5:00 Staff debrief and preparation for the next day
5. What is ERP and how is it used at camp?
ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) is the gold-standard treatment for OCD. Campers will engage in ERP daily through both structured sessions and real-life activity exposures based on the day’s theme. If a day’s theme doesn’t naturally trigger OCD, campers can work on other relevant exposures that are meaningful to their progress.
6. How does insurance reimbursement work?
The full camp fee is $2,200 for the week.
This includes, not excludes:
Families will be provided with superbills and documentation to submit to their insurance providers.
We recommend checking with your provider about out-of-network benefits and whether HSA/FSA funds can be applied.
Common CPT codes for insurance submission include:
7. Are scholarships available?
Yes! A number of need-based scholarships are available. You can indicate your interest in a scholarship directly on the application form.
8. How do I apply and secure my spot?
Apply Here: Camp Application Form
Pay deposit (Due by May 15th): Deposit Payment, and remaining fee (Due by June 1st): Remaining Payment
Pay Full Fee (Due by June 1st) : Full Fee Payment
9. I'm not sure if this is right for my client. Can we talk?
Absolutely! If you’re working with a client and wondering if Bravewave is a good fit, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to connect and discuss further.square.link/u/cpNsEiOPsquare.link/u/cpNsEiOP
10. I have a question that’s not covered here—who can I contact?
We’re happy to help! If you have any additional questions or want to talk more about whether the camp might be a good fit, feel free to reach out to us directly. You can email us directly at [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is Bravewave OCD Summer Camp?
Bravewave OCD Summer Camp is a nonprofit day camp for children and teens (ages 8–17) with OCD. The camp combines evidence-based ERP treatment, creative activities, and community connection into a weeklong experience designed to empower youth to fight OCD and thrive together.
The camp is led by clinical experts, including Dr. Stacy Shaw Welch and Ms. Erjing Cui (faculty at the University of Washington), alongside a team of therapists, psychiatrists, and young adults with lived experience.
2. When and where is the camp held?
Dates: July 21–25, 2025
Location: Atmosphere Seattle, 1607 Dexter Avenue, Seattle, WA 98109
3. What are the daily camp hours?
Campers check in: 9:00 AM
Camp ends for younger campers: 1:30 PM
Teens continue activities until: 3:00 PM
4. What’s a typical day like at camp?
Each day will include a fun and engaging theme, which serves as the backdrop for both group activities and targeted exposure work. Campers will participate in ERP sessions, connect with peers, and engage in hands-on projects designed to build skills, confidence, and connection.
Sample Daily Schedule:
8:30–9:00 Staff check-in and setup
9:00–10:00 Camper check-in, goal setting, theme-based morning activity
10:00–11:00 ERP Group + Individual Sessions (based on daily theme and personal goals)
11:00–12:00 Theme-based group activity—practice skills, support peers, and have fun
12:00–1:00 Lunch and unstructured play
1:00–1:30 Wrap-up activity for younger kids
1:30–3:00 Extended teen activities + evening goal setting
3:00–5:00 Staff debrief and preparation for the next day
5. What is ERP and how is it used at camp?
ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) is the gold-standard treatment for OCD. Campers will engage in ERP daily through both structured sessions and real-life activity exposures based on the day’s theme. If a day’s theme doesn’t naturally trigger OCD, campers can work on other relevant exposures that are meaningful to their progress.
6. How does insurance reimbursement work?
The full camp fee is $2,200 for the week.
This includes, not excludes:
- 1 hour of individual therapy per day, totaling 5 hours of individual ERP therapy
- Daily group therapy sessions focused on ERP and peer support
- One intake assessment conducted
Families will be provided with superbills and documentation to submit to their insurance providers.
We recommend checking with your provider about out-of-network benefits and whether HSA/FSA funds can be applied.
Common CPT codes for insurance submission include:
- 90791 – Initial diagnostic evaluation
- 90834 – Individual psychotherapy, 45 minutes
- 90837 – Individual psychotherapy, 60 minutes
- 90853 – Group psychotherapy
7. Are scholarships available?
Yes! A number of need-based scholarships are available. You can indicate your interest in a scholarship directly on the application form.
8. How do I apply and secure my spot?
Apply Here: Camp Application Form
Pay deposit (Due by May 15th): Deposit Payment, and remaining fee (Due by June 1st): Remaining Payment
Pay Full Fee (Due by June 1st) : Full Fee Payment
9. I'm not sure if this is right for my client. Can we talk?
Absolutely! If you’re working with a client and wondering if Bravewave is a good fit, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to connect and discuss further.square.link/u/cpNsEiOPsquare.link/u/cpNsEiOP
10. I have a question that’s not covered here—who can I contact?
We’re happy to help! If you have any additional questions or want to talk more about whether the camp might be a good fit, feel free to reach out to us directly. You can email us directly at [email protected]
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