The International OCD Foundation has partnered with the Institute for Challenging Disorganization® (ICD) to provide our community with this list of professional organizers.
ICD® provides education, research, and strategies to benefit people affected by chronic disorganization(opens in new tab) and the professionals who work with them. To find a professional organizer, click the button below to be directed to the ICD® Directory.
Tips for how to find a Professional Organizer specializing in hoarding disorder in the ICD® Directory.
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- Click on the "Find a Professional Organizer" button.
- If you would like to find a professional organizer in-person, we recommend entering your zipcode and clicking the green search button.
- If you would like to meet with a professional organizer virtually, click the "virtual organizing" box and then click the green search button.
- Your results will populate to the left of the map. Click "view more" on any profile to see the list of their certifications. Ensure that the individual has a Level I, Level II, or Level III hoarding certification before contacting them.
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Level I Certificate of Study in Understanding Hoarding Behavior: Individuals who complete this certificate has completed 6 hours of education in this area in addition to 6 hours of general education in Chronic Disorganization. They understand treatments for Hoarding Disorder and know strategies, techniques, and resources to help clients address their organizational and productivity challenges.
Level II Hoarding Specialist Certificate: Individuals who complete this certificate has completed at least 12 hours of education in topics particular to working with the population affected by hoarding issues, in addition to six hours of general education in Chronic Disorganization. They have read a minimum of four books related to hoarding issues and passed an exam based on that reading.
Level III Certified Professional Organizer in Chronic Disorganization (CPO-CD): Individuals who complete this certificate has been educated in depth on the issues of chronic disorganization and spent 17-20 months of intensive time studying and applying this learning in practical application with current clients.
If you are a professional organizer, please visit our page for more information for Professional Organizers and the Institute for Challenging Disorganization® for information about classes and certificates offered.