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The OCD Stories

Welcome to The OCD Stories, hosted by Stuart Ralph. The podcast has been heard over 6million times globally. Check out your first episode from our existing hundreds of episodes featuring experts, and people experiencing symptoms just like you today. If you do, you may just feel understood, heard and possibly help you identify your next step in your own personal journey to healing.

Disclaimer - this podcast is not a replacement for therapy. Please seek treatment from a licensed mental health professional.

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Ben Eckstein: Rumination (#411) from 2023-12-10T07:00

In episode 411 I chat with Ben Eckstein (LCSW). Ben is a therapist in Durham, North Carolina, specialising in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorder...

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Story: Benjamin Ellis (#410) from 2023-12-03T07:00

In episode 410 I chat with Benjamin who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us. 

We discuss his story, sexual i...

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Dr Jon Hoffman and Dr Amirsaman Sajad: The neuroscience of OCD from 2023-11-30T20:49:25

In this midweek special episode I chat with Dr Jon Hoffman of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida, and Dr Amirsaman Sajad, a neuroscientist at Vanderbilt University. Listen

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Live from the OCD Action conference with Olivia Bamber, Mairéad Ruane, and Shaun Flores (#409) from 2023-11-26T07:00

In episode 409 I chat with Olivia Bamber, Mairéad Ruane, and Shaun Flores. This conversation was recorded live at The OCD Action conference.Listen

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Jonny Say: Understanding acceptance within OCD and its misconceptions (#408) from 2023-11-19T07:00

In episode 408 I chat with Jonny Say. Jonny is a UK based therapist and co-director at The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. 

We discuss an update with Jonny, the ...

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Kimberley Quinlan: Meditating with OCD (#407) from 2023-11-12T07:00

In episode 407 I interviewed Kimberley Quinlan. Kim is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who treats people with OCD and related disorders, Eating Disorders and Body Focused Rep...

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Story: Abi K (#406) from 2023-11-05T07:00

In episode 406 I chat with Abi who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss her story, sexual intrus...

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Dr Dee Franklin and Dr David Tolin: OCD and PTSD from 2023-10-31T12:50:55

In this midweek special episode I chat with Dr Dee Franklin of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida, and Dr David Tolin is the Founder and Director of the Anxiety Disorders ...

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Dr Steven Phillipson: The things Steve wants you to know about OCD, and a Q&A (#405) from 2023-10-29T07:00

In episode 405 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specialises in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at...

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Story: Pernell Taylor (#404) from 2023-10-22T06:30

In episode 404 I chat with Pernell Taylor who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us. 

We discuss his story, OC...

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Story: Hannah Leib (#403) from 2023-10-15T07:00

In episode 403 I chat with Hannah Leib. Hannah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. <...

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Melissa Mose: Internal Family Systems therapy and ERP for OCD (#402) from 2023-10-08T06:30

In episode 402 I chat with Melissa Mose. Melissa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who treats OCD. Melissa is president of the IOCDF affiliate OCD SoCal.

W...

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Story: Nicholas (#401) from 2023-10-01T07:00

In episode 401 I chat with Nicholas who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us. 

We discuss his story, his earl...

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Dr Katia Moritz and Dr Wilfredo Rivera-Perez: The Myth about OCD and Suicide from 2023-09-27T09:05:42

In this midweek special episode I chat with licensed psychologists Dr Katia Moritz and Dr Wilfredo Rivera-Perez of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida.Listen

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Nami interviews Stuart on 400 episodes (#400) from 2023-09-24T07:00

In episode 400 Nami (my wife) chats with me (Stuart, the host of the podcast) about my experience and learnings from the podcast over the last 400 episodes.Listen

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Story: Logan (#399) from 2023-09-17T06:18:04

In episode 399 I chat with Logan who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us. 

We discuss his story, relationshi...

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Dr Maggie Perry: OCD and mood disorders (Ep398) from 2023-09-10T07:00

In episode 398 I chat with Dr. Maggie Perry. Maggie is a licensed clinical psychologist based in Denver, Colorado and the founder of Relatable Health.Listen

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Dr Anthony Pinto: Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) (#397) from 2023-09-03T07:00

In episode 397 I chat with Dr Anthony Pinto (Ph.D). Anthony is Director of the Northwell Health OCD Center at Zucker Hillside Hospital on Long Island in NY, and Associate Professor of...

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Dr Michele Bechor and Dr Ciana Mickolus: A team approach to OCD treatment from 2023-08-30T07:00

In this midweek special episode I chat with licensed psychologists Dr Michele Bechor and Dr Ciana Mickolus of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida.Listen

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Dr Jesse Spiegel and Dr Sarah Haider: Troubleshooting ERP when it’s not working (#396) from 2023-08-27T06:43:18

In episode 396 I chat with Dr Jesse Spiegel and Dr Sarah A. Haider. Jesse and Sarah are licensed clinical psychologists working with OCD. <...

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Story: Hannah (#395) from 2023-08-20T06:30

In episode 395 I chat with Hannah who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss harm worries around her children, hit and run themed OCD, finding...

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Story: Will (#394) from 2023-08-13T07:00

In episode 394 I chat with Will who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us. 

We discuss his story, growing up i...

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Jonny Say: Overcoming barriers to OCD recovery (#393) from 2023-08-06T06:40:38

In episode 393 I chat with Jonny Say. Jonny is a UK based therapist and co-director at The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. 

We discuss our new OCD centre, we tal...

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A conversation with an OCD Support group, featuring Dr Lauren Wadsworth (#392) from 2023-07-29T21:53:16

In episode 392 I chat with 6 members of an OCD support group. The support group members on the show were Bri, Bridget, Cassie, Joe, Kim, Steve, and Dr Lauren Wadsworth.Listen

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Ethan Smith and Dr Jonathan Hoffman: Aha moments from 2023-07-26T09:49:14

In this midweek special episode I chat with Ethan Smith, and Dr Jonathan Hoffman of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida. 

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Story: Katryna (#391) from 2023-07-23T06:00

In episode 391 I chat with Katryna who has kindly agreed to share her story with us.

We discuss her OCD story, masking symptoms, self harm, OCD themes including: har...

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Kevin Ashworth: Helping parents help children (and teens) with OCD (#390) from 2023-07-16T06:00

In episode 390 I chat with Kevin Ashworth. Kevin is the clinical director & senior clinician at the Northwest Anxiety Institute. 

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Lauren Rosen: Mindfulness and OCD (#389) from 2023-07-09T06:00

In episode 389 I chat with Lauren Rosen. Lauren is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and founder of The Center for the Obsessive Mind.

We discuss her OCD sto...

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Story: Sara (#388) from 2023-07-02T06:00

In episode 388 I chat with Sara who has kindly shared her story with us. 

We discuss her story, themes of OCD: sexual ori...

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Dr Katia Moritz and Dr Jonathan Hoffman: Cracking the nut (case) from 2023-06-28T10:43:31

In this midweek special episode I chat with Dr Jonathan Hoffman and Dr Katia Moritz of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida. 

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Emily Hemendinger: Executive functioning, and decision making in OCD (#387) from 2023-06-25T07:16:14

In episode 387 I chat with Emily Hemendinger. Emily is clinical director of the OCD Program at the University of Colorado Health Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic. 

We di...

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Kelley Franke: OCD Story, and being a therapist (#386) from 2023-06-18T06:30

In episode 386 I chat with Kelley Franke. Kelley is Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and founder of the Center for OCD. 

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Madelaine Sanfilippo: Group Therapy for OCD (#385) from 2023-06-11T06:26:35

In episode 385 I chat with Madelaine Sanfilippo. Madelaine is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in the state of California and Head of Groups at The Center for Anxiety and OCD....

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Dr Steven Phillipson: Living within the variability of being human, being centred, autonomy, and assertiveness in relation to OCD (#384) from 2023-06-04T15:27:55

In episode 383 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at...

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Ethan Smith, Kyle King, and Dr Katia Moritz: Client and Therapist Perspectives of Two OCD Stories from 2023-05-31T07:06:32

In this midweek special episode I chat with Dr Katia Moritz of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida, and advocates Ethan Smith and Kyle King.Listen

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Story: Reed Amber (#383) from 2023-05-28T06:07:40

In episode 383 I chat with Reed Amber who has kindly shared her story with us. Reed is a Sex Educator, Sex Worker and co-founder of ComeCurious and host of the award-winning F**ks Giv...

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Professor David Veale and Dr Rob Willson: Overcoming Health Anxiety (#382) from 2023-05-21T06:44:33

In episode 382 I chat with Professor David Veale and Dr Rob Willson (PhD). David is a consultant psychiatrist specialising in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Rob is a Cognitive ...

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Rich Gallagher: Disgust-Based OCD (#281) from 2023-05-14T06:43:43

In episode 381 I chat with Rich Gallagher. Rich is a therapist (LMFT) based in Ithaca, NY. He is the author of numerous self-help books including The Anxiety Journal (Rockridge Press,...

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Dr Sam Greenblatt: What can therapy change? (#380) from 2023-05-07T07:00

In episode 380 I chat with Dr Sam Greenblatt. Sam is a licensed clinical psychologist. 

We discuss what is new with him, OCD metaphors, what therapy for OCD can chan...

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Nate Gruner: Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP) for OCD (#379) from 2023-04-30T06:37:18

In episode 379 I chat with Nate Gruner. Nate is a staff Behavioral Therapist at McLean OCD institute. 

I chat with Nate about functional analytic psychotherapy (FAP)...

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Dr Jonathan Hoffman and Dr Katia Moritz: How the sausage is made - Behind the scenes of an OCD treatment centre from 2023-04-26T22:21:48

In this midweek special episode I chat with Dr Jonathan Hoffman and Dr Katia Moritz of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida. 

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Eva Surawy Stepney: The history of intrusive thoughts (#378) from 2023-04-23T06:42:29

In episode 378 I chat with Eva Surawy Stepney. Eva is a research student studying for her PhD at the University of Sheffield. Her thesis title is, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) ...

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Mike Heady: Inference-based Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (I-CBT) (#377) from 2023-04-16T09:00

In episode 377 I chat with Mike Heady. Mike (LCPC) is the Co-Owner & Co-Director of the Anxiety and Stress Disorders Institute of Maryland where he has specialized in the treatment of...

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Story: Ellen (#376) from 2023-04-09T06:43:34

In episode 376 I chat with Ellen who has kindly shared her story with us. 

We discuss pocd, intrusive thoughts, self harm...

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Dr Steven Phillipson: All spikes are created equal, however… (#375) from 2023-04-02T07:00

In episode 375 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specialises in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at...

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Dr Jonathan Hoffman and Dr Dee Franklin: Are Eating Disorders Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? from 2023-03-29T08:00

In this midweek special episode I chat with Dr Jonathan Hoffman and Dr Dee Franklin of the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida. 

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Dr Jeremy Peterman: Emetophobia (#374) from 2023-03-26T07:00

In episode 374 I chat with Dr Jeremy Peterman. Jeremy is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and co-director at the Marin center for anxiety and behavioral therapy.Listen

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Story: SJ (#373) from 2023-03-19T07:00

In episode 373 I chat with SJ who has kindly shared their story with us. 

We discuss their early OCD experiences, nightma...

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Story: Jeff (#372) from 2023-03-12T07:00

In episode 372 I chat with Jeff who has kindly shared his story with us. 

We discuss his story, getting a diagnosis, emet...

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Dr Michael Greenberg: Malan’s model of OCD (Part 2) (#371) from 2023-03-05T07:00

In episode 371 I chat with Dr Michael Greenberg. Michael is a clinical psychologist who specialises in Rumination-Focused ERP. 

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Story: Kristen Bailey (#370) from 2023-02-26T07:00

In episode 370 I chat with Kristen Bailey who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss her OCD story...

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Dr Jonathan Hoffman and Dr Katia Moritz: What is OCD? from 2023-02-22T07:30

In this midweek special episode I chat with Dr Jonathan Hoffman and Dr Katia Moritz who run the Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI) in Florida.  Listen

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Nathan Peterson - Emotional Contamination OCD (#369) from 2023-02-19T06:30

In episode 369 I chat with Nathan Peterson. Nathan is an OCD specialist who practices in Allen, Texas. He works with OCD, anxiety, tics and Tourettes, and BFRB’s such as hair pulling ...

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Story: Michael Schramm (#368) from 2023-02-12T06:30

In episode 368 I chat Michael Schramm who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story. 

We discuss his story, his earliest O...

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Dr Chad LeJeune: “Pure O" OCD: Letting Go of Obsessive Thoughts with ACT (#367) from 2023-02-05T06:30

In episode 367 I chat with Dr Chad LeJeune. Chad is a professor of psychology at the University of San Francisco, and author of the books The worry trap, and more recently, “Pure O" O...

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Dr Michael Greenberg: Malan’s model of OCD (#366) from 2023-01-29T06:30

In episode 366 I chat with Dr Michael Greenberg. Michael is a clinical psychologist who specialises in Rumination-Focused ERP. 

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Story: Nils Thiessen (#365) from 2023-01-22T06:30

In episode 365 I chat with Nils who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. 

We discuss Nil’s OCD story, including ...

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Story: Jenny (#364) from 2023-01-15T06:30

In episode 364 I chat with Jenny who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. 

We discuss her OCD story including th...

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Story: Lydia (#363) from 2023-01-08T06:30

In episode 363 I interviewed Lydia who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us.

In this episode we discuss her story, including OCD themes: religious, relat...

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Jonny Say: Secondary spikes in OCD (#362) from 2023-01-01T06:30

In episode 362 I chat with Jonny Say. Jonny is a UK based therapist. 

We discuss what he learned at the Sigmund Freud museum, secondary spikes in OCD with examples, ...

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Dr Patricia Zurita Ona: ACT for BPD and OCD - super-feelers, and emotional regulation (#361) from 2022-12-24T11:35:51

In episode 361 I chat with Dr Patricia Zurita Ona. Patricia is director of the East Bay Behavior Therapy Center and adjunct professor at the Wright Institute. She is the author of sev...

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Story: Penny (#360) from 2022-12-18T08:35:39

In episode 360 I interviewed Penny who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us.

In this episode we discuss her story, sexual orientation themed OCD, relatio...

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Dr Steven Phillipson: The top 6 emotions of OCD (#359) from 2022-12-11T06:30

In episode 359 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specialises in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at...

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Story: Jess (#358) from 2022-12-04T06:30

In episode 358 I interviewed Jess who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us.

In this episode we discuss her story, her themes of OCD, her earliest memory ...

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Story: Brooke Miller (#357) from 2022-11-27T06:00

In episode 357 I interviewed Brooke who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us.

In this episode we discuss her story and journey through therapy, medicatio...

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Dr Amy Mariaskin - OCD and Sexual Intimacy (#356) from 2022-11-20T06:00

In episode 356 I interviewed Dr Amy Mariaskin. Amy is a licensed clinical psychologist and director at The Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center. 

In this episode...

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Joshua Fletcher (Anxiety Josh) - What is Anxiety? (#355) from 2022-11-13T06:00

In episode 355 I interviewed Psychotherapist Joshua Fletcher (Anxiety Josh).

We discuss his therapy story and mental health journey including OCD, what is anxiety, a...

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Story: Chris (#354) from 2022-11-06T08:47:58

In episode 354 I interviewed Chris who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us.

We discuss his OCD Story, depression, how seeing a therapist that didn’t und...

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Jon Hershfield: OCD and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) (#353) from 2022-10-30T06:42:16

In episode 353 I interviewed Jon Hershfield. Jon is a psychotherapist and the director of The Center for OCD and Anxiety, at Sheppard Pratt. He is the author of six OCD books.

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5 million downloads: 18 guests (Wisdom&Hope) (#352) from 2022-10-23T05:00

In episode 352 I invited 18 past guests to share their words of wisdom or hope with you to celebrate reaching 5 million downloads since 2015. Thank you to all my past guests for shari...

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Dr Robert Hudak: OCD and Schizophrenia (#351) from 2022-10-16T06:30

In episode 351 I interviewed Dr Robert Hudak. Robert is a psychiatrist, and Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the university of Pittsburgh.  Listen

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Charlene Colwell: Integrating ERP with IFS for OCD (#350) from 2022-10-09T06:30

In episode 350 I interviewed Charlene Colwell. Charlene is a therapist who uses Exposure and Response Prevention therapy (ERP) and Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS - level 1 train...

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Story: Anna Geldard (#349) from 2022-10-02T06:50:30

In episode 349 I chat with Anna Geldard who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. 

We discuss some of her childho...

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Story: Shaun Flores (#348) from 2022-09-25T06:49:44

In episode 348 I chat with Shaun Flores who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. 

We discuss his story, how a dr...

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Chrissie Hodges: Groinal and other physical symptoms of OCD (#347) from 2022-09-18T06:30

In episode 347 I interviewed Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a Peer Support specialist, founder of OCD Gamechangers, and Author of ‘Pure OCD: The Invisible Side of Obsessive-Compulsive D...

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Dr Patricia Zurita Ona: Perfectionism and High-Achieving Behaviours (#346) from 2022-09-11T06:30:49

In episode 346 I chat with Dr Patricia Zurita Ona. Patricia is director of the East Bay Behavior Therapy Center and adjunct professor at the Wright Institute. She is the author of sev...

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Dr Sam Greenblatt: In the wake of OCD (Trauma, identity, loss) (#345) from 2022-09-04T06:22:13

In episode 345 I chat with Dr Sam Greenblatt. Sam is a licensed clinical psychologist.

We discuss an update on his past relapse, his fire metaphor, processing the tr...

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Story: Courtney Newman (#344) from 2022-08-28T05:50:55

In episode 344 I chat with Courtney Newman who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. 

We discuss her story, going...

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Robert Fox: IFS - Witnessing the positive intent of parts (#343) from 2022-08-21T06:53:49

In episode 343 I chat with Robert Fox. Rob is a therapist (LMHC) practicing in Woburn, USA. He specialises in internal family systems and EMDR therapy. 

We discuss w...

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Dr Steven Phillipson: Sleep… the hostage of anxiety (#342) from 2022-08-14T06:49:56

In episode 342 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specialises in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at...

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Dr Lynne Drummond: Everything you need to know about OCD (#341) from 2022-08-07T06:13:17

In episode 341 I chat Dr Lynne Drummond. Lynne is an honorary consultant psychiatrist at south west London and St George's NHS Trust, and visiting Professor at the University of Hertf...

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Story: Liam Moore (#340) from 2022-07-31T06:36:43

In episode 340 I chat with Liam who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. 

We discuss his story, pedophile themed...

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Dr Heather Sequeira: Trauma and OCD (PTSD, Complex and Developmental trauma) (#339) from 2022-07-24T07:12:10

In episode 339 I chat to Dr Heather Sequeira. Heather is a consultant psychologist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

We discuss her therapy story,...

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Dr Jordan Levy&Dr Tatyana Mestechkina: What if this is not OCD?: Doubting the “Doubting Disease” (#338) from 2022-07-17T06:22:21

In episode 338 I chat ​Dr Jordan Levy and Dr Tatyana Mestechkina. Both Jordan and Tatyana are licensed clinical psychologists who treat OCD.  Listen

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Story: Geoff (#337) from 2022-07-10T06:00

In episode 337 I chat with Geoff who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. 

We discuss his story, depression, spe...

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Lily Bailey: When I See Blue (#336) from 2022-07-03T19:49:18

In episode 336 I chat with Lily Bailey about her new book ‘When I See Blue’. Lily also wrote the book called, ‘Because We Are Bad’. 

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Story: Traci (#335) from 2022-06-26T06:12:48

In episode 335 I chat with Traci who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. 

We discuss her story, misophonia, per...

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Jonny Say - Self-compassion, and building up psychological flexibility in OCD treatment (#334) from 2022-06-19T11:57:49

In episode 333 I chat with Jonny Say. Jonny is a UK based psychotherapist. 

We discuss how he’s doing, Jonny’s mental hea...

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Dr Roberto Olivardia - ADHD and OCD (#333) from 2022-06-12T14:08:06

In episode 333 I chat with Dr Roberto Olivardia. Roberto is a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Instructor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School. He also maintains a private psycho...

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Story: Kim and Jack (#332) from 2022-06-05T11:23:19

In episode 332 I chat with Kim and Jack Vincenty who have kindly agreed to share their story, from the perspective of mother and son. 

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Art as healing: A live podcast with Catherine Benfield, Lily Bailey and Laura Johnson from 2022-06-01T09:27:15

In this special midweek episode of the podcast which was recorded at the OCD in Society event recently. I chat with these 3 OCD advocates and artists about who they are, what their cr...

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Story: Amanda Arulanandam (#331) from 2022-05-29T06:30

In episode 331 I chat with Amanda Arulanandam who has kindly agreed to share her story. 

We talk about her story, growing...

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Dr Amita Jassi: OCD and ASD, and BDD (#330) from 2022-05-22T06:07:06

In episode 330 I chat with Dr Amita Jassi. Amita is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the National and Specialist OCD, BDD and Related Disorder Service for Children and Young Peop...

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Story: Maya Tadross (#329) from 2022-05-15T07:27:15

In episode 329 I chat Maya Tadross who has kindly agreed to share her story with us.

We discuss her OCD story, being in residential treatment, her experiences of exp...

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Dr Russ Harris: Rumination, urge surfing, and dropping anchor (#328) from 2022-05-08T06:30

In episode 328 I chat with Dr Russ Harris. Russ is a medical practitioner, author of the international best-selling self-help book ‘The Happiness Trap’ (as well as nine others), and i...

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Story: Elise Petronzio (#327) from 2022-05-01T06:30

In episode 327 I chat with Elise who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss her story, her OCD the...

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Story: Geoff (#326) from 2022-04-24T06:33:50

In episode 326 I chat with Geoff who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us. 

In this episode we discuss his OC...

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Jessica Serber: Siblings, mindfulness and self-compassion in OCD treatment (#325) from 2022-04-17T07:00

In episode 325 I chat with Jessica Serber. Jessica is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as the founder of Mindful CBT California.

In this episode we d...

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Story: Pamela (#324) from 2022-04-10T07:00

In episode 324 I chat with Pamela who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss her OCD story, stress...

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Story: Meredith (#323) from 2022-04-03T06:38:05

In episode 323 I chat with Meredith who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss her OCD story, sexu...

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Dr Clarissa Ong and Dr Michael Twohig - OCD and The Anxious Perfectionist (#322) from 2022-03-27T07:00

In episode 322 I chat with Dr Clarissa Ong, and Dr Michael Twohig. Clarissa obtained her Ph.D. in Clinical/Counselling Psychology at Utah State University and is currently completing ...

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Jenna Overbaugh - Postpartum OCD and ERP (#321) from 2022-03-20T06:30

In episode 321 I chat with Jenna Overbaugh. Jenna is a therapist who specialises in OCD, and is the clinical marketing director over at NOCD.  Listen

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Story: Alexandra Reynolds (#320) from 2022-03-13T07:29:43

In episode 320 I chat with Alexandra Reynolds who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss her story...

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Story: Taylor Glendenning (#319) from 2022-03-06T06:30

In episode 319 I chat with Taylor Glendenning who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss her story...

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Jonny Say interviews Stuart Ralph on his OCD research (#318) from 2022-02-27T15:00

In episode 318 therapist Jonny Say interviews Stuart about his OCD research. Stuart's research used data from the University of Roehampton’s ETHOS project.

We discus...

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Sheryl Paul&Sheva Rajaee: Relationship OCD (#317) from 2022-02-20T06:30

In episode 317 I chat with Sheryl Paul and Sheva Rajaee. Sheryl is a counselor informed by Jungian depth psychology, and author of the book The wisdom of anxiety. Sheva is a psychothe...

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Story: Dr Sophie Suri (#316) from 2022-02-13T06:30

In episode 316 I chat with Dr Sophie Suri who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss her OCD story...

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Story: Annie Anderson (#315) from 2022-02-06T06:30

In episode 315 I chat with Annie Anderson who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. 

We discuss her OCD story...

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Robert Fox: An Internal Family Systems (IFS) view of OCD (#314) from 2022-01-30T08:29:04

In episode 314 I chat with Robert Fox. Rob is a therapist (LMHC) practicing in Woburn, USA. He specialises in internal family systems and EMDR therapy.Listen

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Dr David Burns: Exposure, and the hidden emotion model (#313) from 2022-01-23T06:30

In episode 313 I chat with Dr David Burns. David is a psychiatrist, and is currently Adjunct Clinical Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford Universi...

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The OCD Camp (UK) is back from 2022-01-18T11:09:50

The OCD Camp is back in the UK this June. Applications are now open and they close on February 6th. 

To find out more or t...

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Dr Steven Phillipson: Character Indictment OCD (#312) from 2022-01-16T06:30

In episode 312 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at...

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Dr Sam Greenblatt: Cancel culture (OCD),&the overutilisation of porn to cope with OCD (#311) from 2022-01-09T06:30

In episode 311 I chat with Dr Sam Greenblatt. Sam is a licensed clinical psychologist.

We discuss his own OCD setback and the learnings he got from it, we discuss th...

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Story: Sam (#310) from 2022-01-02T08:27:20

In episode 310 I chat with Sam who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. 

We discuss her story, a sexual assault ...

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Emily Hemendinger - Cognitive flexibility for OCD, perfectionism, social anxiety and social media (#309) from 2021-12-26T11:00

In episode 309 I chat with Emily Hemendinger. Emily is a lead OCD therapist at the University of Colorado Health Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic.  Listen

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Story: Angel Brown (#308) from 2021-12-19T11:17:34

In episode 308 I chat with Angel Brown who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. 

We discuss her story, harm intr...

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Eva Surawy Stepney - Guilty obsessions, and the history of OCD (#307) from 2021-12-12T10:43:35

In episode 307 I chat with Eva Surawy Stepney. Eva is a research student studying for her PhD at the University of Sheffield. Her thesis title is, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) ...

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Dr Eli Lebowitz - SPACE for OCD (Families) (#306) from 2021-12-05T09:32:07

In episode 306 I chat with Dr Eli Lebowitz. Eli created the treatment approach SPACE which stands for Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions. SPACE is a parent-based trea...

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Story: Sidney Aburi (#305) from 2021-11-28T14:38:24

In episode 305 I chat with Sidney Aburi who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. 

We discuss his OCD story, intr...

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Story: Katie Strang (OCD Illustrated) (#304) from 2021-11-21T08:11:29

In episode 304 I chat with Katie Strang. Katie is a therapist, who advocates on Instagram through the account OCD Illustrated.

We discuss her OCD story, her themes, ...

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Story: Tapio Antere (#303) from 2021-11-14T08:13:07

In episode 303 I chat with Tapio Antere. Tapio is an aspiring film director from Finland. He has kindly agreed to share his story with us. ...

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Dr Amy Mariaskin: Thriving in relationships with OCD (#302) from 2021-11-07T09:40:51

In episode 302 I chat with Dr Amy Mariaskin. Amy is a licensed clinical psychologist and director at The Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center....

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Story: Lucy (#301) from 2021-10-31T08:48:54

In episode 301 I chat with Lucy who has kindly agreed to share her story.

In this episode we talk about her story, developing an eating disorder, going to residentia...

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Special episode: Aaron Harvey interviews Crystal Anderson about her OCD story and intrusive thoughts from 2021-10-27T07:46:01

In this special episode, Aaron Harvey interviews Crystal Anderson.

Aaron chats with Crystal about her story, violent intrusive thoughts, going to inpatient treatment...

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A sit and chat with Stuart (#300) from 2021-10-24T13:32:24

In episode 300 I took some time to reflect on the last 6 years and 300 episodes. I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for listening, and to acknowledge where the shows been,...

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Special episode: Dr Patrick McGrath interviews Dr Alec Pollard from 2021-10-20T07:31:47

Dr Patrick McGrath head of clinical services at NOCD interviews Dr Alec Pollard Founding Director of the Center for OCD & Anxiety-Related Disorders (COARD).Listen

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Justin Hughes: Walking faithfully as a Christian while doing OCD treatment (#299) from 2021-10-17T09:00:07

In episode 299 I chat with Justin Hughes. Justin is a licensed professional counsellor in Dallas, Texas who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Obsessive-Compulsive ...

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Special episode: Chrissie Hodges interviews Chance McNeely - childhood trauma,&the trauma of OCD from 2021-10-13T07:45:39

In this episode peer support specialist Chrissie Hodges interviews Chance McNeely. 

Chrissie chats with Chance about his ...

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Dr Jason Krompinger: ERP, ACT and FAP for OCD (#298) from 2021-10-10T07:26:03

In episode 298 I interviewed Dr Jason Krompinger. Jason is a clinical psychologist at the OCD institute at McLean hospital.

I chat with Jason about his therapy story...

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Special episode: Catherine Benfield interviews Steve Brumwell from 2021-10-06T08:01:23

In this special edition of The OCD Stories former guest and OCD advocate Catherine Benfield interviews Steve Brumwell. Steve is a writer and director, he is currently working on his s...

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Kimberley Quinlan: Self-Compassion for OCD (#297) from 2021-10-03T07:15:05

In episode 297 I interviewed Kimberley Quinlan. Kim is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who treats people with OCD and related disorders, Eating Disorders and Body Focused Rep...

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A self-compassion practice from Kimberley Quinlan from 2021-09-29T10:16:10

Full episode out this Sunday. We discuss her new book 'Listen

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Dr Nicola Petrocchi: Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) for OCD (#296) from 2021-09-26T07:28:07

In episode 296 I interviewed Dr Nicola Petrocchi. Nicola is a licensed CBT psychotherapist based in Rome, Adjunct Professor of Psychology at John Cabot University (Rome) and student c...

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Story: Jamie Lewis (#295) from 2021-09-19T07:03:51

In episode 295 I interviewed Jamie Lewis who has kindly agreed to share his story with us.

I chat with Jamie about his story, building up the courage to speak to a d...

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Jon Hershfield - False memory (&real event) OCD (#294) from 2021-09-12T08:10:44

In episode 294 I interviewed Jon Hershfield. Jon is a psychotherapist and the director of The Center for OCD and Anxiety, at Sheppard Pratt. He is the author of six OCD books, includi...

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Story: Micah Howe (#293) from 2021-09-05T07:42:12

In episode 293 I interviewed Micah Howe who has kindly agreed to share his story with us.

I chat with Micah about his OCD story, growing up as an evangelical Christi...

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Nathan Peterson - Doing an exposure (ERP) vs. being exposed (#292) from 2021-08-29T07:22:25

In episode 292 I interviewed Nathan Peterson. Nathan is an OCD specialist who practices in Allen, Texas. He works with OCD, anxiety, tics and Tourettes, and BFRB’s such as hair pullin...

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Story: Payton (#291) from 2021-08-22T07:48:04

In episode 291 I interviewed Payton who has kindly agreed to share her story.

We chat about her story, religious OCD, relationship OCD, somatic OCD, her compulsions,...

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Dr Steven Phillipson: Two of the most common spike themes of OCD (#290) from 2021-08-15T08:47:38

In episode 290 I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director ...

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Story: Malia (#289) from 2021-08-08T07:27:18

In episode 289 I interviewed Malia who has kindly agreed to share her story.

I chat with Malia about her story, her earliest OCD memory, emetophobia, somatic obsessi...

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Dr Elizabeth Forrester - Rumination (#288) from 2021-08-01T09:12:03

In episode 288 I interview Dr Elizabeth Forrester. Liz is a consultant clinical psychologist in London.

I chat with Liz about her therapy story, her research into ru...

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Story: Saleha Hansbhai (#287) from 2021-07-25T09:25:01

In episode 287 I interviewed Saleha Hansbhai who has kindly agreed to share her story.

I chat with Saleha about her story, her earliest OCD memory, violent intrusive...

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Story: Marion Maw - Advocacy in New Zealand (#286) from 2021-07-18T10:46:39

In episode 286 I interviewed Marion Maw who has kindly agreed to share her family story and advocacy in New Zealand.

In this episode I chat with Marion about her dau...

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Dr Michael Greenberg - Somatic/Sensorimotor OCD, and rumination (#285) from 2021-07-11T09:32:47

In episode 285 I interviewed Dr Michael Greenberg. Michael is a licensed clinical psychologist.

In this episode I chat with Michael about his reflections on his firs...

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Catherine Benfield LIVE from the OCD Action conference from 2021-07-08T11:26:50

This is a live interview I did with Catherine Benfield at the OCD Action conference.

We discuss her story, maternal OCD, getting support from her husband, starting h...

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Story: Gen Skeja (#284) from 2021-07-03T21:47:57

In episode 284 I interviewed Gen Skeja who has kindly agreed to share his story.

I chat with Gen about his story, sexual intrusive thoughts, sexual orientation OCD, ...

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Nate Gruner - Functional analytic psychotherapy (FAP) for OCD (#283) from 2021-06-27T08:11:09

In episode 283 I interviewed Nate Gruner. Nate is a staff Behavioral Therapist at McLean OCD institute.

We talk about his therapy story, what is functional analytic ...

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Dr Michael Twohig, Dr Patricia Zurita Ona and Jonny Say: ACT for OCD (#282) from 2021-06-20T06:18:58

In episode 282 I interviewed Dr Michael Twohig, Dr Patricia Zurita Ona and Jonny Say. Michael is a licensed psychologist and researcher, Patricia is a clinical psychologist, and Jonny...

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Dr Sam Greenblatt - A potential way of improving ERP: habituation model versus inhibitory learning theory (#281) from 2021-06-13T07:49:09

In episode 281 I interviewed Dr Sam Greenblatt. Sam is a licensed clinical psychologist.

I chat with Sam about the effectiveness of exposure and response prevention ...

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Story: Brian Sullivan (#280) from 2021-06-06T07:57:39

In episode 280 I interviewed Brian Sullivan who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. 

I chat with Brian about his story, divorce, bullying, depression, medi...

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Sheryl Paul - The wisdom of anxiety (and intrusive thoughts) (#279) from 2021-05-30T13:35:07

In episode 279 I chat with Sheryl Paul. Sheryl is a counselor informed by Jungian depth psychology, and author of the book The wisdom of anxiety.

In this episode we ...

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Eeva Edds - Loved ones of people with OCD (#278) from 2021-05-23T10:24:52

In episode 278 I chat with Eeva Edds. Eeva is a licensed professional counselor.

In this episode, we talk about her therapy story, what is caregiver burnout, how to ...

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Story: Kyle (#277) from 2021-05-16T09:15:40

In episode 277 I interviewed Kyle who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. 

In this episode, we talk about his story, health/contamination worries, panic at...

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Story: Rachel Huber (#276) from 2021-05-09T05:03:39

In episode 276 I interviewed Rachel Huber. Rachel has kindly agreed to share her story with us. 

In this episode, we talk about her OCD story, maternal (Postpartum) ...

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Dr Steven Phillipson: Brain Voice vs Gatekeeper Voice (#275) from 2021-05-02T07:06:55

In episode 275 I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director ...

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Shai Friedland - OCD in South Africa (#274) from 2021-04-25T10:06:32

In episode 274 I interviewed Shai Friendland. Shai is a clinical psychologist in Johannesburg, South Africa. He specialising in the treatment of OCD.

In this episode...

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Dr Michael Twohig - ACT for OCD (#273) from 2021-04-18T07:56:14

In episode 273 I interviewed Dr Michael Twohig. Michael is the co-director of the USU ACT Research Group, a licensed psychologist in the state of Utah, and a Professor of Psychology a...

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Story: Elke Atzpodien (#272) from 2021-04-11T07:48:07

In episode 272 I interview Elke Atzpodien. Elke shared her story in episode 102 back in 2017, and she has come on to give us an update.

In this episode I chat with E...

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Dr Ben Sedley - Stuff that’s loud (#271) from 2021-04-04T16:51:07

In episode 271 I interview Dr Ben Sedley. Ben is a clinical psychologist from New Zealand. He has authored two books, and runs a private practice called ACT Wellington.

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Laura Johnson - OCD Doodles (#270) from 2021-03-28T07:28:29

In episode 270 I chat with Laura Johnson. Laura is the creator of OCD Doodles and has kindly agreed to share her story with us.

In this episode I chat with Laura abo...

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Dr Michael Greenberg - Putting Rumination and Agency at the center of ERP (#269) from 2021-03-21T11:02:19

In episode 269 I chat with Dr. Michael J. Greenberg. Michael is a licensed clinical psychologist.  He is the director of OCD Associates, a practice specializing in Rumination-Focused ...

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Story: Neil Hemmer (#268) from 2021-03-14T09:35:50

In episode 268 I chat with Neil Hemmer. Neil is a therapist with a masters in social work, and has plenty of personal experience with OCD. He has kindly agreed to share his story with...

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Story: Lou (#267) from 2021-03-07T12:15:35

In episode 267 I chat with  Lou who has kindly agreed to share her story with us.

In this episode I chat with Lou about her story, ruminating, reassurance seeking, n...

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Dr Jon Abramowitz: The family guide to getting over OCD (#266) from 2021-02-28T08:51:55

In episode 266 I chat with Dr Jonathan Abramowitz. Jonathan is a clinical psychologist with a private practice in Chapel Hill, NC specializing in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive...

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Story: Chance McNeely (#265) from 2021-02-21T09:53:11

In episode 265 I chat with Chance McNeely who has kindly agreed to share his story with us.

In this episode I chat with Chance about his OCD story, themes - sexual o...

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Story: Mike Vatter (#264) from 2021-02-14T08:24:02

In episode 264 I chat with Mike Vatter who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. Mike is on the board of OCD Jacksonville.

In this episode I chat with Mike a...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - Somatic OCD (Sensorimotor OCD) (#263) from 2021-02-07T09:25:15

In episode 263 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at...

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Chrissie Hodges - Peer support for OCD (#262) from 2021-01-31T12:43:52

In episode 262 I chat with Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a certified peer and family support specialist in Colorado, and co-founder of OCDPeers.com. Chrissie was awarded the hero award...

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Story: Elizabeth (#261) from 2021-01-24T12:14:20

In episode 261 I chat with Elizabeth who has kindly agreed to share her story.

In this episode I chat with Liz about her story, her experiences growing up including ...

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Ashley and Felipe: Beyond Borders CBT (#260) from 2021-01-17T09:18:55

In episode 260 I chat with Ashley Annestedt and Felipe. Ashley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in OCD, Anxiety, and Neurobehavioral Disorders. Ashley is the founder ...

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Jon Hershfield - The mindfulness workbook for OCD&The OCD Workbook for Teens (#259) from 2021-01-10T10:42:28

In episode 259 I chat with Jon Hershfield. Jon is a psychotherapist and the director of The Center for OCD and Anxiety, at Sheppard Pratt. He is the author six OCD books, including hi...

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Dr Jonathan Hoffman - Autism Spectrum Disorder and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (#258) from 2021-01-03T13:38:49

In episode 258 I chat with Dr Jonathan Hoffman. Jon is a licensed psychologist in the states of Florida, New York, and Utah. He is Chief Clinical Officer of the Neurobehavioral Instit...

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Stefan Batorijs - Shinrin Yoku and Ecotherapy (#257) from 2020-12-27T13:05:25

In episode 257 I chat with Stefan Batorijs. Stefan is an Integrative Psychotherapist and founder of Nature and therapy UK. He is an associate Lecturer at Plymouth University, where he...

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Dr Sam Greenblatt - Frequent reasons therapy doesn’t work, and how to improve it (#256) from 2020-12-20T08:48:28

In episode 256 I chat with Dr Sam Greenblatt. Sam specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD and other anxiety disorders. Sam works at the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Psy...

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Dr Patricia Zurita Ona - W.I.S.E. M.O.V.E.S. in ACT based ERP (#255) from 2020-12-13T16:21:46

In episode 255 I chat with Dr Patricia Zurita Ona. Patricia is director of the East Bay Behavior Therapy Center and host of the Playing It Safe podcast. She is the author of several b...

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5 Years of the podcast. What's next? from 2020-12-06T08:39:13

In this special 5-year anniversary episode I share my thoughts on the evolution of the podcast, my own journey with the show, my wish for you the listener, future direction of the sho...

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Story: Stephen Johns (#254) from 2020-11-29T10:01:37

In episode 254 I chat with Stephen Johns who has kindly agreed to share his story with us.

In this episode I chat with Stephen about his story: violent, sexual orien...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - When OCD Involves Others (#253) from 2020-11-22T16:25:37

In episode 253 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at...

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Dr Michael Greenberg - Rumination is a compulsion (#252) from 2020-11-15T10:25:15

In episode 252 I chat with Dr Michael Greenberg. Michael is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Anxiety Dis...

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Ashley Annestedt - Teletherapy for OCD (#251) from 2020-11-08T13:01:39

In episode 251 I chat with Ashley Annestedt. Ashley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in OCD, Anxiety, and Neurobehavioral Disorders. Ashley is licensed to provide the...

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Justin Hughes - Faith, spirituality and religion in OCD therapy (#250) from 2020-11-01T18:44:26

In episode 250 I chat with Justin Hughes. Justin is a licensed professional counsellor in Dallas, Texas who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Obsessive-Compulsive ...

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Dr Ivy Ruths - Therapy For OCD (#249) from 2020-10-25T08:08:44

In episode 249 I chat with Dr Ivy Ruths. Ivy is a licensed psychologist and licensed specialist in school psychology specializing in treating anxiety, depressive, and OCD-related diso...

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Story - Katy Marciniak (#248) from 2020-10-18T18:36:19

In episode 248 I chat with Katy Marciniak who has kindly agreed to share her story with us.

In this episode I chat with Katy about her OCD story, how seeing a school...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - Things that complicate the success of ERP (#247) from 2020-10-11T11:52:38

In episode 247 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at...

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Story - Jaclyn Steinmann (#246) from 2020-10-04T08:58:05

In episode 246 I chat with Jaclyn Steinmann who has kindly agreed to share her story with us.

In this episode I chat with Jaclyn about her OCD story, suicidal themed...

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Pete Weiss - Contemporary psychoanalysis and CBT - is integration possible? (#245) from 2020-09-27T10:49:47

In episode 245 I chat with Pete Weiss. Pete is a therapist who specialises in the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder, as well as other mental health disorders. He is the co-fo...

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Story: Meg and Matt (#244) from 2020-09-20T10:22:56

In episode 244 I chat with Meg and Matt who have kindly agreed to share their story from the point of view of husband and wife.

In this episode we discuss Meg’s OCD ...

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Story: Ian Johnson - Basketball&OCD (#243) from 2020-09-13T14:47:42

In episode 243 I chat with Ian Johnson. Ian kindly shares his OCD story with us.

In this episode I talk with Ian about his OCD story, homosexual and relationship the...

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Dr Amy Mariaskin - 4-8 year olds with OCD (#242) from 2020-09-06T11:42:37

In episode 242 I chat with Dr Amy Mariaskin. Amy is a licensed clinical psychologist and director at The Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center. 

In this episode I...

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Story - Izzy Mather (#241) from 2020-08-30T13:23:50

In episode 241 I chat with Izzy Mather who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. 

In this episode I chat with Izzy about her story, intrusive thoughts around...

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John Tessitore - Leading With Love (JCK Foundation) (#240) from 2020-08-23T10:30:38

In episode 240 I chat with John Tessitore from the JCK foundation who has kindly agreed to share his and his foundation’s story with us. 

In this episode I chat with...

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Margaret&Patrick - OCD&Substance Use (#239) from 2020-08-16T09:07:16

In episode 239 I have Dr Patrick McGrath head of clinical services at NOCD, and Margaret Sisson founder of the not-for-profit Riley’s Wish, which she started to honour the memory of h...

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Kimberley Quinlan - OCD and Sex (#238) from 2020-08-09T10:12:40

In episode 238 I have Kimberley Quinlan. Kimberley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who treats people with OCD and related disorders, Eating Disorders and Body Focused Repe...

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Dr Emily O'Leary - Thoughts That Seem Mad, Bad and Dangerous (#237) from 2020-08-02T07:47

In episode 237 I chat with Dr Emily O’Leary. Emily is a Clinical Psychologist and the founder of four psychology clinics, including The OCD Clinic Brisbane and Anxiety House. 

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Story: Tori Chavira (#236) from 2020-07-26T09:08:52

In episode 236 I chat with Tori Chavira who has kindly agreed to share her story with us.

In this episode Tori shares her OCD story, opening up about her sexuality, ...

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Story: Molly and Cali Gambrel (#235) from 2020-07-19T10:39:15

In episode 235 I chat with Molly and Cali Gambrel. Who have kindly agreed to share their OCD story from the point of view of mother and daughter. And to talk about their book “Practic...

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Story: Thomas Smalley (#234) from 2020-07-12T07:39:24

In episode 234 I chat with Thomas Smalley. Thomas won the IOCDF’s hero award in 2019 for his OCD advocacy. He has kindly agreed to share his OCD story.

In this episo...

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Blink, Blink, Clop, Clop: An OCD Storybook from 2020-07-08T11:59:23

This is audiobook is a children’s OCD storybook called “Blink, Blink, Clop, Clop” by Dr Katia Moritz.

This audiobook was produced by and for The OCD Stories podcast ...

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Introduction to Blink, Blink, Clop, Clop: An OCD Storybook from 2020-07-08T11:55:39

This is an introduction to the audiobook of the children’s OCD storybook called “Blink, Blink, Clop, Clop” by Dr Katia Moritz released on The OCD Stories podcast.

Th...

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Dr Lauren Wadsworth - pOCD (#233) from 2020-07-05T11:27:54

In episode 233 of the podcast I speak with Dr Lauren Wadsworth. Lauren is a licensed clinical psychologist specialising in treating people with OCD and related disorders. 

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Story: Sophie (#232) from 2020-06-28T10:28:37

In episode 232 of the podcast I have Sophie who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. I chat with Sophie about her OCD story, perinatal OCD, intrusive harm thoughts around her...

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Dr Reid Wilson - 8 OCD Self Help Principles (#231) from 2020-06-21T13:27

In episode 231 I chat with Dr Reid Wilson. Reid is a licensed psychologist and director at the Anxiety Disorders Treatment Center in North Carolina. Reid is the author of many books i...

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Story: Nora Shalaway Carpenter (#230) from 2020-06-14T13:06:25

In episode 230 I chat with Nora Shalaway Carpenter who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. We talk about OCD and pregnancy, and we talk about her book “...

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Alegra Kastens - 5 roadblocks to acceptance in the treatment of OCD (#229) from 2020-06-07T09:02:14

In episode 229 I chat with Alegra Kastens. Alegra is an associate Marriage and family therapist specialising in the treatment of OCD and anxiety disorders. Ale...

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Story: Mary-Lyn Kieffer (#228) from 2020-05-31T08:49:18

In episode 228 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Mary-Lyn Kieffer. Mary-Lyn Director at Made of Millions Canada who has kindly agreed to share her story wi...

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Story: Sam Jones (#227) from 2020-05-24T08:15:58

In episode 227 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Sam Jones. Sam has kindly agreed to share his story with us. Hope it helps. 

The podcast is spo...

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Amanda Petrik-Gardner - Colouring in taboo OCD themes (#226) from 2020-05-17T09:37:48

In episode 226 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Amanda Petrik-Gardner. Amanda is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who specialises in OCD, anxiet...

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Aaron Harvey - No one told me (#225) from 2020-05-10T09:34:19

In episode 225 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Aaron Harvey. Aaron is the founder of MadeofMillions.com a not-for-profit that brings together sufferers, ...

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Chrissie Hodges - Trauma of OCD (#224) from 2020-05-03T09:41:45

In episode 224 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a Mental Health Advocate & Public Speaker, Peer Support Coach, Author of 'Pur...

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Stacey Kuhl Wochner - Real Event OCD (#223) from 2020-04-26T10:40:56

In episode 223 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Stacey Kuhl Wochner. Stacey is director of OCD Specialists a private psychotherapy practice, treating adoles...

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Jon Hershfield - Coronavirus (Covid-19)&Moral Scrupulosity (OCD) from 2020-04-22T16:20:24

In this special episode of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Jon Hershfield. Jon is a psychotherapist who specialises in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. He is the author five...

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Chris and Jodi Langellotti - Two sides of one story (#222) from 2020-04-19T10:05:01

In episode 222 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Chris and Jodi Langellotti who have kindly agreed to share their OCD story from the point of view of husband...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - (Call me Steve) The therapeutic relationship from 2020-04-12T10:06:15

In episode 221 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral The...

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Dr Patrick McGrath - Answers to Top OCD Questions (#220) from 2020-04-05T09:36:46

In episode 220 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Patrick McGrath. Patrick is head of clinical services at NOCD. Patrick is a member of the Scientific Ad...

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Nathalie Maragoni - OCD therapy for children, young people&adults (#219) from 2020-03-29T13:30:49

In episode 219 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Nathalie Maragoni. Nathalie is an associate marriage and family therapist specialising in Cognitive-Behavi...

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Sheva Rajaee - Relationship themed OCD (#218) from 2020-03-22T16:00:11

In episode 218 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Sheva Rajaee. Sheva is a psychotherapist who specializes in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and other related anxiety disor...

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Dr Jon Grayson - Coronavirus (Covid-19)&OCD from 2020-03-18T23:28:33

In this special episode of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Jonathan Grayson. Jon has been specializing in the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) for more than 40 years and...

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Dr Celin Gelgec - Getting unstuck from OCD (#217) from 2020-03-15T12:14:58

In episode 217 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Celin Gelgec. Celin is a Clinical Psychologist and director at the Melbourne Wellbeing Group. She is th...

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Story: Pete Roberts (#216) from 2020-03-08T14:00

In episode 216 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Pete Roberts who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. Pete is the author of the book 'Unknown Forces the heartfelt story of a man...

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Story: Madasen McGrath (#215) from 2020-03-01T10:23:22

In episode 215 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Madasen McGrath who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. 

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Mike Heady - Dating with OCD (#214) from 2020-02-23T12:04:17

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Story: Bryan Piatt (#213) from 2020-02-16T15:39:50

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Story: Stephen Smith (NOCD Founder) (#212) from 2020-02-09T12:18:27

In episode 212 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Stephen Smith who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. Stephen is the founder and CEO of NOCD. Listen

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Jon Grayson and Bob Cianfrone - A fear of going crazy (#211) from 2020-02-02T13:01:40

In episode 211 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Jonathan Grayson and Bob Cianfrone. Jon has been specializing in the treatment of obsessive compulsive ...

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Natasha Daniels - Parenting children and teens with OCD (Ep210) from 2020-01-26T13:00

On the podcast today I have Natasha Daniels. Natasha is a child and teen therapist. Creator of atparentingsurvival.com a we...

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Story: Nicole Falcone (Ep209) from 2020-01-19T09:00

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Ryan Glode - Family accommodation in OCD treatment (Ep208) from 2020-01-12T12:32:41

In episode 208 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Ryan Glode. Ryan is a licenced mental health counselor at RICBT a group psychotherapy practice specializin...

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Story: Amy Diener (Ep207) from 2020-01-05T12:31:52

In episode 207 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Amy Diener who has kindly shared her story with us. We talk about her OCD story, mental health in Asia and...

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Dr Patricia Zurita Ona - The ACT (&ERP) Workbook for Teens with OCD (Ep206) from 2019-12-29T16:44:56

In episode 206 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Patricia Zurita Ona. Patricia is director of the East Bay Behavior Therapy Center and adjunct professor...

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Dr Jon Grayson&Sarah - OCD Staring (Ep205) from 2019-12-22T14:41:14

In episode 205 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Jonathan Grayson. Jon with his wife, Cathy founded the LA treatment centre for anxiety and OCD. Jon has been working with people with O...

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Karina Dach - Postpartum OCD (Ep204) from 2019-12-15T12:41:23

In episode 204 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Karina Dach. Karina is a licensed therapist in Colorado, and Florida.

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Dr Sally Winston - Compulsive Checking and Reassurance Seeking (Ep203) from 2019-12-08T09:00

In episode 203 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Dr Sally Winston. Sally co-founded The Anxiety and Stress Disorders Institute of Maryland in 1992. She is co-author of “Overcoming Unwanted ...

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Dr Josh Spitalnick - OCD in children and its treatment (Ep202) from 2019-12-01T13:47:52

In episode 202 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Dr Josh Spitalnick. Josh is a licensed psychologist, owner and clinical director at the Anxiety Specialists ...

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Chris Trondsen Shares his Story, Advocacy and Becoming a Therapist (Ep201) from 2019-11-24T16:35:53

In episode 201 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Chris Trondsen. Chris is psychotherapist at the Gateway institute, an OCD and anxiety treatment center. He currently serves as the Vice Pres...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - Exposure and Response Prevention (Ep200) from 2019-11-17T10:09:31

Episode 200 is here. The timing is perfect, as we broke 2 million downloads last night. Thank you so much for being on this journey with the show. It’s been a lon...

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Jayme Valdez - Pedophilia themed OCD (Ep199) from 2019-11-10T09:00

In episode 199 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Jayme Valdez. Jayme is the owner of Clearview OCD Counseling, a private psychotherapy practice just outside Boston. Jayme is a licensed ment...

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Lori Johnson - Family support and boundaries (Ep198) from 2019-11-03T16:22:24

In episode 198 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Lori Johnson. Lori is a therapist based in the Denver area who specialises in OCD, anxiety and addiction. Lori runs a private practice calle...

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Jon Hershfield - Existential themed OCD (Ep197) from 2019-10-27T16:01:07

In episode 197 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Jon Hershfield. Jon is a psychotherapist who specialises in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. ...

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Lucy and Jess - Mental Health Gardening (Ep196) from 2019-10-20T13:21:27

In episode 196 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Lucy Clark from Mind Food, and Jess about her experience with mental health gardening. Mind Food is a not-for-profit that runs nature based ...

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Jon Hershfield&Shala Nicely - Meditation and Mindfulness for people with OCD (Ep195) from 2019-10-13T07:00

In episode 195 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Jon Hershfield and Shala Nicely. Jon and Shala are both therapists who specialise in OCD. They co-wrote a book called “Everyday mindfulness ...

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Dr Charles Brady - Suicidal Themed OCD (Ep194) from 2019-10-06T07:50:24

In episode 194 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Dr Charles Brady. Charles is the director of the OCD and anxiety program at the Lindner Center of HOPE; vice...

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A Penny for Your Intrusive Thoughts (Ep193) from 2019-09-29T14:32:06

In episode 193 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with the creators of the advocacy initiative A Penny for Your Intrusive Thoughts, who I will refer to as C and D. We chat about their OCD stories...

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Story: Zoe Homonoff (Ep192) from 2019-09-22T12:22:24

In episode 192 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Zoe Homonoff who has kindly agreed to share her story with us. We talk about her OCD story, getting a diagnosis, CBT, DBT, self-care: knitti...

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Dr Josh Spitalnick - Health Anxiety (Ep191) from 2019-09-15T14:31:09

In episode 191 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Dr Josh Spitalnick. Josh is a licensed psychologist, owner and clinical director at the Anxiety Specialists of Atlanta, an outpatient clinic...

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Story: James Hervey (Ep190) from 2019-09-08T18:31:02

In episode 190 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with James Hervey who has kindly agreed to share his story with us.

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Mara Wilson's OCD Story (Ep189) from 2019-09-01T09:00

In episode 189 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Mara Wilson. Mara is an actor who was in films such as Matilda and Mrs Doubtfire, she is also a writer, and OCD advocate. Hope it helps.  Listen

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Dr Michelle Witkin - Siblings and OCD from 2019-08-25T15:24:09

In episode 188 of The OCD Stories podcast I chat with Dr Michelle Witkin. Michelle is a licensed psychologist who specialises in working with children, teens, and adults with anxiety disorders. ...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - Choice (Audiobook) (Ep187) from 2019-08-18T10:00

In episode 187 of The OCD Stories podcast I share Dr Steven Phillipson audio of his article on "Choice". Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therap...

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Shmuel Fischler - Religious OCD, and Scrupulosity (Ep186) from 2019-08-11T16:31:12

In episode 186 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Shmuel Fischler. Shmuel is the owner and lead clinician at CBT Baltimore. We talk about religious themed OCD, and Scrupulosity. Hope it he...

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Lily Bailey - Live from Austin (Ep185) from 2019-08-04T13:26:48

In episode 185 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Lily Bailey, in front of an audience at the IOCDF conference in Austin. Lily is a model, OCD advocate and author of the book "Because we a...

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Dr Amy Mariaskin - Gender Identity themed OCD (Ep184) from 2019-07-28T10:23:03

In episode 184 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Amy Mariaskin. Amy is a licenced clinical psychologist and director at The Nashville OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center. We talk about gend...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - Magical thinking in OCD (Ep183) from 2019-07-21T14:00

In episode 183 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. In this episode ...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - Two Tail Spikes in OCD (Ep182) from 2019-07-14T13:52:53

In episode 182 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. We talk about tw...

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Kimberley Quinlan - Let’s talk about self-love (Ep181) from 2019-07-07T15:00

In episode 181 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Kimberley Quinlan. Kimberley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who treats people with OCD and related disorders. In this episode...

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Dr Charles Mansueto - OCD Treatment (Ep180) from 2019-06-30T15:38:38

In episode 180 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Charles Mansueto. Charles is the founder and director of the Behavior Therapy Center of Greater Washington. He currently serves on the ...

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Dr Lisa Coyne - ACT and ERP (for children&adolescents) (Ep179) from 2019-06-23T19:52:13

In episode 179 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Lisa Coyne. Lisa is an assistant professor of psychology in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, and is a senior cli...

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Dr Chad Brandt - Bergen format (Ep178) from 2019-06-16T20:44:28

Disclaimer - This podcast is for exploratory purposes only. The Bergen format is still being studied, and the success rate against weekly therapy is yet to be tested. If you are in therapy w...

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What words of hope do you have for those with OCD? (Ep177) from 2019-06-09T21:25:12

In episode 177 of The OCD Stories podcast I was at the OCD Action conference in London, and I interviewed anyone who wanted to answer the questions "What's your one bit of advice for those with ...

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Story: Max Hawker - Rory Hobble and the Voyage to Haligogen (Ep176) from 2019-06-02T18:30:46

In episode 176 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Max Hawker. Max has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us, and talk about his new book “Rory Hobble and the Voyage to Haligogen" wh...

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Mary Torres - ERP in Groups (Ep175) from 2019-05-26T12:38:16

In episode 175 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Mary Torres. Mary is a licensed mental health counsellor based in south of Seattle where she run...

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What's your one bit of advice for those with OCD? (Ep174) from 2019-05-19T09:27:57

In episode 174 of The OCD Stories podcast I was at the OCD Action conference in London, and I interview anyone who wanted to answer the questions "What's your one bit of advice for those with OC...

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Rose Cartwright - PURE (The TV show) (Ep173) from 2019-05-12T20:31:21

In episode 173 of The OCD Stories podcast I interview Rose Cartwright. Rose is a writer and author of the book “PURE”, which is now a channel 4 comedy-drama series. Rose is also a director over ...

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Jayme Valdez - Addiction, taboo OCD themes, ERP and ACT (Ep172) from 2019-05-05T10:03:19

In episode 172 of The OCD Stories podcast I interview Jayme Valdez. Jayme is the owner of Clearview OCD Counseling, a private psychotherapy practice just outside Boston. Jayme is a licensed ment...

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Story: Mark-Ameen Johnson (Ep171) from 2019-04-28T08:33:56

In episode 171 of The OCD Stories podcast I interview Mark-Ameen Johnson. Mark has kindly agreed to share his OCD story, and his advocacy work. In this episode I chat with Mark about his OCD sto...

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Dr Jonathan Hoffman - OCD&Comorbidities (Ep170) from 2019-04-21T16:00

In episode 170 of The OCD Stories podcast I interview Dr Jonathan Hoffman. Jon is a licensed psychologist in the states of Florida, New York, and Utah. He is Clinical Director of the Neurobehavi...

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Gerd Kvale and Bjarne Hansen - The Bergen OCD Format (Ep169) from 2019-04-14T08:56:07

Disclaimer - This podcast is for exploratory purposes only. The Bergen format is still being studied, and the success rate against weekly therapy is yet to be tested. If you are in therapy w...

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Karina Dach - Compassion, respect, and humor in OCD treatment (Ep168) from 2019-04-07T09:13:25

In episode 168 of The OCD Stories podcast I interview Karina Dach. Karina is a licensed therapist in Colorado, and Florida. We talk about her therapy story, how she applies exposure therapy in h...

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Story: Matt Shoobridge (Ep167) from 2019-03-31T08:53:24

In episode 167 of The OCD Stories podcast I interview Matt Shoobridge. Matt hosts his own radio show on mental health called 'Mind over matter'. He has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with ...

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Dr Maggie Perry - huddle.care, group therapy&teletherapy (Ep166) from 2019-03-24T09:21:12

"Search and Destroy avoidance"

In this episode I chat with Maggie about her therapy story, huddle.care, how playing baseball inspired huddle.care, we talk about the inner workings of OCD,...

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Sean Shinnock - Hope, Vulnerability&OCD Advocacy (Ep165) from 2019-03-17T13:00:59

In episode 165 of The OCD Stories podcast I interview Sean Shinnock. Sean is an artist, advocate, and creator of the monster initiative, with Draw your monster be...

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Not Alone Notes - Morgan Rondinelli&Molly Fishback (Ep164) from 2019-03-10T09:00

In episode 164 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Morgan Rondinelli and Molly Fishback to talk about their initiative Not Alone Notes.

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Dr Steven Phillipson - Altered States of Consciousness&OCD (Ep163) from 2019-03-03T16:00

In this episode I chat with Steven about altered states of consciousness (ASC) which can occur after heavy usage of cannabis, or magic mushrooms (Psilocybin). We discuss how this lesser known sy...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - Teletherapy for OCD (Ep162) from 2019-02-24T12:54:16

In this episode of The OCD Stories podcast I talk with clinical psychologist Dr Steven Phillipson about teletherapy for OCD. Hope it helps.

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Chrissie Hodges - Gamechangers 2019 (Ep161) from 2019-02-17T15:07:46

In episode 161 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a Mental Health Advocate & Public Speaker, Peer Support Coach, Author of 'Pure OCD: The Invisible Side of Obs...

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Your ERP Questions Answered – Part 2 With Dr Joan Davidson (Ep160) from 2019-02-10T16:00

In episode 160 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Joan Davidson. Joan is a licensed psychologist and author of the book “daring to challenge OCD: overcome your fear of treatment and tak...

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Story: Alex Culafi (Ep159) from 2019-02-03T21:42:43

In episode 159 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Alex Culafi. Alex has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us.

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Jonny Say - OCD, Mindfulness and Compassion (Ep158) from 2019-01-27T09:58:17

In episode 158 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Jonny Say. Jonny is a mindfulness teacher and has been practicing mindfulness and meditation for over 17 years. He is currently training a...

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Sean Shinnock - OCD Story&The Monster Initiative (Ep157) from 2019-01-20T15:30

In episode 157 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Sean Shinnock. Sean is an artist, advocate, and creator of The Monster Initiative, with Draw Your Monster being one of the projects. He ha...

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Ruji Rahman - CBT, Compassion and Uncertainty (Ep156) from 2019-01-13T17:25:48

In episode 156 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Ruji Rahman. Ruji is a London based CBT therapist. As well as being a psychotherapist Ruji herself has lived experience with OCD.

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Dr Katia Moritz - The Core of OCD Treatment (Ep155) from 2019-01-06T20:22:20

In episode 155 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Katia Moritz. Katia is a Clinical Director of the NeuroBehavioral Institute in Florida and is a licensed psychologist who treats OCD. She ...

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Catherine Benfield - Stigma reduction, the BBC&OCD (Ep154) from 2018-12-23T13:49:05

In episode 154 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Catherine Benfield for the second time. Catherine runs the blog Taming Olivia, where she blogs about her experiences with OCD, focusing on...

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Jon Hershfield - Overcoming Harm OCD (Ep153) from 2018-12-16T16:54:53

In episode 153 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Jon Hershfield. Jon is a psychotherapist who specialises in the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder. He is the author four books an...

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Story: Jo Edge (Ep152) from 2018-12-09T17:00:04

In episode 152 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Jo Edge. Jo has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. Hope it helps. 

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Dr Russ Harris - The Happiness Trap (Ep151) from 2018-12-02T15:28:42

In episode 151 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Russ Harris. Russ is a medical practitioner, author of the international best-selling book ‘The Happiness Trap’, and is an world-renown...

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Jessica Emily - Littlest Lady (Redefining Trauma,&OCD) (Ep150) from 2018-11-25T18:10:57

In episode 150 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Jessica Emily. Jessica is the creator of LittlesLady.com, and she’s kindly agreed to share her OCD and mental health story with us. Hope i...

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Elvis Gomes - Understanding experiences of OCD (Ep149) from 2018-11-18T16:40:48

In episode 149 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Elvis Gomes. He was on episode 15 where he shared his OCD story and talked about his experience on the TV show Switzerland’s Got Talent. H...

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Kim Vincenty - A worried mother does better research than the FBI (Ep148) from 2018-11-11T18:27:21

In episode 148 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Kim Vincenty. Kim is Vice president of OCD Jacksonville, an IOCDF affiliate. She has worked alongside the clothing brand Natural life to c...

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Story: Robin Roblee-Strauss (What If?) (Ep147) from 2018-11-04T16:19:45

In episode 147 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Robin Roblee-Strauss who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story, and talk about his film “What if?”.

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When OCD affects you at work (with charity OCD Action) (Ep146) from 2018-10-28T20:34:59

In episode 146 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed 5 members of staff and volunteers from the charity OCD Action about when OCD affects you at work. Hope it helps.

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Story: David Murphy (Ep145) from 2018-10-21T20:23:05

In episode 145 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed David Murphy who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us. In this episode I chat with David about his OCD story, his recovery jou...

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Chrissie Hodges and Jess discuss OCD (Ep144) from 2018-10-13T21:50:17

In episode 144 of The OCD Stories podcast my guest interviewer (Jess) interviewed Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a Mental Health Advocate & Public Speaker, Peer Support Coach, Author of 'Pure OCD:...

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Lori Johnson - OCD and Substance Use Disorders (Ep143) from 2018-10-07T21:08:36

In episode 143 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Lori Johnson. Lori is a therapist based in the Denver area who specialises in OCD, anxiety and addiction. ...

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Ashley Annestedt - Treatment Ready (Ep142) from 2018-09-30T16:16

In episode 142 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Ashley Annestedt. Ashley is a  Licensed Clinical Social Worker Listen

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Alejandro Ibarra - OCD Treatment (Tratamiento de TOC) (Ep141) from 2018-09-23T07:00

In episode 141 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Alejandro Ibarra. Alejandro is a psychologist from Seville, in Spain. He specialises in treating OCD, and if you speak Spanish you may rec...

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Story: Kevin Putman (RUN OCD) (Ep140) from 2018-09-16T19:50:43

In episode 140 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Kevin Putman. Kevin is known for his advocacy work with RUN OCD a grassroots movement motivated to educate, support and raise awareness ab...

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Michelle Massi - ERP, Self-Compassion, and Common Humanity (Ep139) from 2018-09-09T21:08

In episode 139 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Michelle Massi. Michelle is a therapist specialising in the treatment of OCD, and anxiety disorders. As well as working in private practic...

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Edinburgh Fringe Festival: OCD and creativity (Ep138) from 2018-09-02T15:14:05

In episode 138 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Lucy Danser and Sam Ross about their OCD stories, their plays and creativity. Hope it helps. 

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What this person without OCD wants you to know (Ep137) from 2018-08-26T15:28:46

In episode 137 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed my friend Eliot who attended and supported The OCD Camp. At the camp he got to spend 48hrs with many...

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Dr Patrick McGrath - It's ok to be uncomfortable (Ep136) from 2018-08-19T07:00

In episode 136 of the podcast I chat with Dr Patrick McGrath about treating OCD and addiction together, virtual reality, mindfulness, why it's ok to be uncomfortable, ERP, how families can get i...

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Story: Anna Foster (Ep135) from 2018-08-12T15:08:46

In episode 135 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Anna Foster. Anna is a presenter for BBC radio Newcastle. She shares her OCD story for the first time. It's a heartfelt and honest convers...

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Aaron Harvey - Intrusive Thoughts (Ep134) from 2018-08-05T20:19:02

In episode 134 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Aaron Harvey. Aaron is the founder of the wonderful IntrusiveThoughts.org a not for profit website that Listen

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OCD Con (Day 3) from 2018-07-30T14:32:56

Here is the final instalment of a 3 part mini series on my reflections, and learnings from the IOCDF conference in Washington, DC. 

Hope it helps.

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Kimberley Quinlan - It’s a beautiful day to do hard things (Ep133) from 2018-07-29T07:00

In episode 133 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Kimberley Quinlan. In this episode I chat with Kimberley about how OCD can affect people's sex lives, giving yourself permission to be imp...

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OCD Con (Day 2) from 2018-07-29T04:40:16

Here is the second instalment of a 3 part mini series on my reflections, and learnings from the IOCDF conference in Washington, DC. 

Hope it helps.

Stu 

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OCD Con (Day 1) from 2018-07-27T23:18

Here is the first instalment of a 3 part mini series on my reflections, and learnings from the IOCDF conference in Washington, DC. 

Hope it helps.

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Story: Solome Tibebu (Anxiety in Teens) (Ep132) from 2018-07-22T22:54:36

In episode 132 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Solome Tibebu. Solome shares her OCD story, and her initiative Anxiety in Teens. Hope it helps.

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Sheva Rajaee - Some questions can't be answered (Ep131) from 2018-07-15T22:33:19

In episode 131 I chat with Sheva about her OCD story, superstition in relation to OCD, avoidance, acceptance around unanswered questions, why the two words “So What” are the most powerful in the...

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Dr Jonathan Abramowitz - Living the CBT lifestyle (Ep130) from 2018-07-08T23:07:12

In episode 130 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Jonathan Abramowitz for the second time about his book "Getting over OCD" and I ask him some listener questions. Hope it helps.

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Dr Jenny Yip - OCD Treatment (Ep129) from 2018-07-01T18:31:50

In episode 129 of the podcast I chat with Dr Jenny Yip about her OCD story including postpartum OCD. Her experience as an OCD therapist, the role families can play in recovery and much much more...

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Dr Kevin Chapman - Recognising culture in the effective treatment of OCD (Ep128) from 2018-06-24T22:32:34

In this episode 128 I chat with Dr Kevin Chapman about the importance of understanding the role culture plays in the effectiveness of OCD treatment. Hope it helps! 

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Story: Spenser Gabin (Ep127) from 2018-06-17T10:26:42

In episode 127 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Spenser Gabin. In this story edition of the podcast Spenser shares his OCD story. Hope it helps! 

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Harris Goldberg - Relapse, stress and recovery (Ep126) from 2018-06-10T19:47:14

In episode 126 of The OCD Stories podcast I had a second conversation with Harris Goldberg who is a scriptwriter and director in Hollywood. We discuss the topics of relapse, stress and much much...

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Kirsten Pagacz - Leaving The OCD Circus (Ep125) from 2018-06-03T20:09:13

In episode 125 of The OCD Stories podcast I had a conversation with Kirsten Pagacz who is the author of the book “Leaving the OCD circus”. Hope it helps! <...

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The OCD Camp - My conversation with 6 campers (Ep124) from 2018-05-26T22:38

In episode 124 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed 6 of the campers who attended the first UK OCD camp, to find out more about their experiences and what they learned. Hope it helps! 

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Dr David Sherman - Medication (Ep123) from 2018-05-20T20:03:23

Disclaimer - This episode is not a replacement for medical advice. When making choices around medication please speak to a psychiatrist. 

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Shala Nicely - Is Fred in the Refrigerator?: Taming OCD and Reclaiming My Life (Ep122) from 2018-05-13T20:03:05

In episode 122 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Shala Nicely. We chat about her new book "Is Fred in the Refrigerator?", and discuss some of the learnings from the book. Hope ...

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Story: Richard Taylor from 2018-05-06T20:26:56

In episode 121 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Richard Taylor. In this story edition of the podcast I chat with Richard about his OCD story, and his recovery journey. He shar...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - "I'm a bit OCD". What actually is OCD? (Ep120) from 2018-04-29T08:38:50

In episode 120 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. We ta...

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Rose (Bretécher) Cartwright - Pure (Ep119) from 2018-04-22T07:30

In episode 119 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Rose Cartwright. Rose is a writer and author of the book “Pure” published under the surname Bretécher, which is now a Channel 4...

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Ethan Smith - If I Can Then You Can Too (Ep118) from 2018-04-15T17:34:10

In episode 118 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Ethan Smith. Ethan is a professional Writer/Director/Producer. Ethan is a national ambassador for the charity the IOCDF. We tal...

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Story: Marco Maggioni (Ep117) from 2018-04-08T07:00

In episode 117 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Marco Maggioni. Marco Kindly agreed to share his story with us. In this episode I chat with Marco about his OCD story, his reco...

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Dr Fred Penzel - Succeeding in Your OCD Treatment (Ep116) from 2018-04-01T15:52:42

In episode 116 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Fred Penzel for the second time. We discuss how to succeed in OCD treatment covering many recovery focused topics. Hope it h...

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Margaret Sisson - OCD&Addiction (Riley's Wish Foundation) (Ep115) from 2018-03-25T17:16:37

In episode 115 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Margaret Sisson. Margaret founded the charity Riley’s Wish which helps sufferers of OCD and ad...

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Catherine Benfield - Perinatal and Postnatal OCD (Ep114) from 2018-03-18T07:00

In episode 114 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Catherine Benfield. Catherine runs the blog Taming Olivia, where she blogs about her experiences with OCD, focusing on perinata...

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Dr Jonathan Grayson - Freedom from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Ep113) from 2018-03-11T19:20:36

In episode 113 I got Dr Jonathan Grayson on the show for the second time to talk about OCD recovery, treatment resistance and to answer listener questions. Enjoy!

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Story: Lillie Fergus (Ep112) from 2018-03-04T06:00

In episode 112 I interviewed Lillie Fergus. This is the first part in a long series of OCD stories, where I interview people with OCD about their recovery journey. Enjoy!

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Dr Edna Foa - The treatment, research and history of OCD recovery (Ep111) from 2018-02-25T06:00

In episode 111 I interviewed Dr Edna Foa. Edna is a Professor of Clinical Psychology in Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania and Director of the Center for the Treatment and S...

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Stuart Ralph - Behind the scenes of The OCD Stories (Ep110) from 2018-02-18T07:00

In episode 110 I was interviewed by a good friend and fellow podcaster Lawrence Neal. Lawrence asked me questions about running The OCD Stories, what I learned from my guests, what it...

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Dr Jonathan Abramowitz - Getting over OCD (Ep109) from 2018-02-11T13:50:12

In episode 109 I interviewed Dr Jonathan Abramowitz. Jonathan is a clinical psychologist with a private practice in Chapel Hill, NC specializing in the treatment of obsessive-compulsi...

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Chrissie Hodges - OCD Gamechangers (Ep108) from 2018-02-04T18:18:38

In episode 108 I interviewed Chrissie Hodges. In this interview Chrissie answered some listener questions about OCD recovery. We also chat about her OCD Gamechangers event in March. E...

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Dr Kevin Chapman - Having GRIT in OCD recovery (Ep107) from 2018-01-28T06:00

In episode 107 I interviewed Dr Kevin Chapman. Kevin is a Licensed Psychologist in Kentucky. He specialises in the treatment of anxiety disorders using CBT, and ERP for OCD. Kevin is ...

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Dr Steven Phillipson - How ERP works, and the power of choice (Ep106) from 2018-01-21T14:43:21

In episode 106 I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson for the second time. In this episode with Steven we discuss how ERP works, developing a champion mindset in recovery, the power of ch...

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Peter Weiss - Camping, Nature and OCD (Ep105) from 2018-01-12T23:47:25

In episode 105 I interviewed Peter Weiss. Pete is an OCD therapist based in Seattle. He has been co-running camps for kids and adults with OCD for 10 years. He was one of the therapis...

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Dr Elizabeth McIngvale - Peace of Mind (Ep104) from 2018-01-07T15:36:34

In episode 104 I interviewed Dr Elizabeth McIngvale. Liz is the founder of the not for profit Peace of Mind foundation which is dedicated to serving the OCD community. She has a Phd i...

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The OCD Stories in 2018 (Ep103) from 2017-12-24T07:00

In episode 103 I wanted to take the time to share with you my plans for 2018. I find that you guys help me shape the show, so I want to be more transparent with you. In this episode I...

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Elke - Recovering from (Contamination) OCD (Ep102) from 2017-12-17T11:11:53

In episode 101 I interviewed Elke. Elke is a scientist for a biotech company and we know each other from Patreon where I have had the privilege of getting to know her and her story over the last...

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Dr Ashley Smith - CBT, OCD recovery and a blind quest (Ep101) from 2017-12-10T14:56:14

In episode 101 I interviewed Dr Ashley Smith about OCD recovery, treatment and CBT. We also chatted about personal development and overcoming the feeling of shame. Enjoy! 

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Thank you (Ep100) from 2017-11-28T14:18:36

In episode 100 I took the opportunity to thank you all sincerely for your support over the last two years, and reflect on the growth of The OCD Stories. Enjoy! 

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Dr Steven Phillipson - Recovery From Thinking The Unthinkable (Ep99) from 2017-11-26T11:08:12

In episode 99 I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. He co-founded the first CBT/Support group fo...

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Emily Byrnes - A Strangely Wrapped Gift (Ep98) from 2017-11-19T11:09:37

In episode 98 I interviewed Emily Byrnes. Emily is a teacher and poet. Her new book “A strangely wrapped gift” is a collection of poems including some on OCD and mental health. Enjoy! 

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Zoe Gillis - Disconnect to Reconnect (Ep96) from 2017-11-05T19:11:20

In episode 96 I interviewed Zoe Gillis. Zoe is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who runs nature and mindfulness wilderness retreats. Enjoy!

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Shannon Shy - Overcoming OCD (Ep94) from 2017-10-22T08:14:37

In episode 94 I interviewed Shannon Shy.Shannon is the president of the board of directors for the IOCDF and an OCD peer support specialist. We talk about Shannon's story and overcoming OCD. Enj...

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Kimberley Quinlan - OCD and Eating Disorders (Ep93) from 2017-10-15T18:00:09

In episode 93 I interviewed Kimberley Quinlan. Kimberley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who treats people with OCD and eating disorders. We talk about dealing with OCD and an eating...

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Kimberley Quinlan - Badass Radical Acceptance for OCD (Ep92) from 2017-10-08T12:46:39

In episode 92 I interviewed Kimberley Quinlan. Kimberley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who treats people with OCD and related disorders. We talk about the idea of radical acceptanc...

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Aneela Kumar - Trichotillomania and the Keen Smart Bracelet (Ep91) from 2017-10-01T12:41:08

In episode 91 I interviewed Aneela Kumar. Aneela is the inspiration for HabitAware. The company behind “Keen” a smart bracelet that gently vibrates when you start to pick, pull or bite, to draw ...

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Jon Hershfield and Shala Nicely - Everyday mindfulness for OCD (Ep90) from 2017-09-24T09:07:39

In episode 90 I interviewed Jon Hershfield and Shala Nicely. Jon Hershfield and Shala Nicely talked about their new book “Everyday mindfulness for OCD: Tips, Tricks, and Skills for Living Joyful...

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Dr Courtney Paré - Homeopathy and OCD (Ep89) from 2017-09-17T07:00

Disclaimer - this episode is for exploratory purposes only, and not medical advice. Please seek the advice of a licensed medical professional when considering any medical treatmen...

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Jon Hershfield - When a family member has OCD (Ep88) from 2017-09-10T17:41:48

In episode 88 I interviewed Jon Hershfield. Jon is a pyschotherapist based in Maryland who specialises in the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder. He is the author of three books “The min...

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Ryan Dumont - The Missing Peace: A Patient’s Guide to Recovery (Ep87) from 2017-09-03T15:47:38

In episode 87 I interviewed Ryan Dumont. Ryan is an OCD wellness advocate, CEO of Dumont Innovative Technologies, and the author of the forthcoming book, “The Missing Peace: A Patient’s Guide to...

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Sheva Rajaee - OCD and anxiety in the age of information (Ep86) from 2017-08-26T22:26:03

In episode 86 I interviewed Sheva Rajaee. Sheva is a psychotherapist at the OCD Center of Los Angeles. We talk about how not to let information cause anxiety, living with uncertainty and many OC...

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Beyond the doubt course - Jeff Bell and Shala Nicely (Ep85) from 2017-08-20T07:00

In episode 85 of the podcast I talk with Jeff Bell and Shala Nicely about their online course Thriving with OCD: four keys out when locked in doubt. Enjoy.  

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Chrissie Hodges – Pure O (Part 2) (Ep84) from 2017-08-13T20:14:34

In episode 84 of the podcast I interview Chrissie Hodges for the second time in two weeks, as a part two of our interview on Pure O and OCD recovery. Enjoy.  

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Chrissie Hodges - Pure O (Part 1) (Ep83) from 2017-08-06T09:15:41

In episode 83 I chat with Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a mental health advocate, peer support coach and she raises awareness around Pure O. We cover Pure O and many other topics. Enjoy! 

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Dr Ariz Rojas - Treating Childhood OCD (Ep82) from 2017-07-25T14:10:39

In episode 82 I interviewed Dr Ariz Rojas. Dr Rojas is a licensed psychologist in the Division of Tics, OCD, and Related Disorders in the Department of Psychiatry, Icahn School of Medicine at Mo...

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UNSTUCK: A family that fights OCD together, beats OCD together (Ep81) from 2017-07-23T11:35:48

In episode 81 I did my first face to face interview. UNSTUCK is a documentary about childhood OCD, with the unique angle of the kids as the experts. Kelly Anderson and Chris Baier started this p...

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My experience of the IOCDF conference in San Fran (Ep80) from 2017-07-16T16:31:34

In episode 80 I share my experience of the IOCDF conference in San Francisco. I talk about the two podcasts I recorded in person (a first for me), and some of the things I learned from the confe...

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Harris Goldberg - OCD in Hollywood (Ep77) from 2017-06-24T22:05:51

In episode 77 of the podcast I chat with Harris Goldberg. Harris is a writer, producer and director, having worked on several Hollywood hits. In 2007 he wrote and directed the film Numb, which w...

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Kimberley Quinlan - Your Anxiety Toolkit (Ep76) from 2017-06-15T13:16:19

In episode 76 of the podcast I chat with Kimberley Quinlan about her podcast "Your anxiety toolkit", her approach to therapy, and she answers your questions about OCD recovery. Enjoy!

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Mark Freeman - The Mind Workout (Ep75) from 2017-06-11T10:16:57

In episode 75 of the podcast I chat with Mark Freeman about his new book "The Mind workout". We discuss his book, and various insights from it. Enjoy!  

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OCD Charities: OCD Action (Ep72) from 2017-05-21T01:00

In episode 72 of the podcast I interview Olivia Bamber from the charity OCD Action. Olivia is the media and communications officer for the charity. Enjoy! 

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OCD Charities: The IOCDF (Ep70) from 2017-05-04T18:53:07

In episode 70 of the podcast I interviewed Jeff and Ethan from the International OCD Foundation. I ask them how the IOCDF can be of service to you, and how you can be of service to them. Enjoy! ...

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Your ERP Questions Answered - Part 1 with Shala Nicely (Ep68) from 2017-04-18T21:36:08

In episode 68 of the podcast I interviewed Shala Nicely.I got Shala on the show to answer some of your ERP questions. I asked the community what their ERP questions were. 36 people answered, wit...

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Professor Paul Gilbert - Compassion and OCD (Ep67) from 2017-04-16T15:57:57

In episode 67 of the podcast I interviewed Professor Paul Gilbert. We talk about how compassion can improve mental health, and help with Exposures. Enjoy. 

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Epifania Rita Gallina - Taking back your life through ERP (Ep66) from 2017-04-04T14:50:11

In episode 66 of the podcast I interviewed Epifania Rita Gallinata. We talk about her OCD story, her recovery and her advice for taking your life back from OCD. 

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Donald Robertson - OCD, and Stoicism (Ep64) from 2017-03-24T17:00:58

In episode 64 of the podcast I interview Donald Robertson. Donald is a therapist and author. We talk about the origins of CBT, stoicism and OCD recovery. Donald shares some great advice. Hope it...

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Dr Allen Weg - OCD Treatment Through Storytelling (Ep63) from 2017-03-16T11:27:16

In episode 63 of the podcast I interviewed Dr Allen Weg. I talked with Allen about using story telling in the treatment of OCD. Hope it helps!

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Eric Kupers - The Dharma of OCD (Ep62) from 2017-03-10T13:39:02

In episode 62 of the podcast I interviewed Eric Kupers. I talked with Eric about a philosophical piece of writing he did called "The Dharma of OCD". Hope it helps!

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Storytime - My 40 Year Journey With OCD from 2017-03-08T21:50:03

Welcome to the Wednesday story edition of The OCD Stories podcast. In this storytime edition I read Eric's OCD story. 

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Adam Shaw - Pulling The Trigger (OCD Recovery) (Ep61) from 2017-03-03T13:28:57

In episode 61 of the podcast I interviewed Adam Shaw. Adam shares his OCD story, and talks about his book "Pulling the trigger" and charity "The Shaw Mind Foundation". Hope it helps!

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Storytime - On Avoiding Writing This Essay from 2017-02-28T20:33:18

Welcome to the Wednesday story edition of The OCD Stories podcast. In this storytime edition I read Morgan's OCD story. 

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Liz Atkin - From Compulsive Skin Picking to Compulsive Charcoal (Ep60) from 2017-02-26T18:51:25

In episode 60 of the podcast I interviewed Liz Atkin. Liz talks about her experience with compulsive skin picking, her 1 minute charcoal drawings and recovery tips. Hope it helps!

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Storytime - OCD, Trichotillomania And My Success Story from 2017-02-22T19:10:35

Welcome to the Wednesday story edition of The OCD Stories podcast. In this storytime edition I read Fotini's OCD story. 

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Rob Willson - Overcoming OCD and BDD (Ep59) from 2017-02-19T17:12:26

In episode 59 of the podcast I interviewed therapist Rob Willson. Rob has written many books on OCD and BDD, and offers lots of great advice for both overcoming OCD and BDD. Hope it helps!

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Their One Piece Of Advice (Ep58) from 2017-02-12T19:41:17

In episode 58 of the podcast I have compiled some of my guests recent answers to the question "What would you tell someone with OCD you meet in an elevator (30 second elevator ride)?". Hope it h...

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Storytime - February Fifteenth: My Obsession With Obsession from 2017-02-08T13:33:43

Welcome to the Wednesday story edition of The OCD Stories podcast. In this storytime edition I read PJ's OCD story. 

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Storytime - From Contamination OCD To The BBC from 2017-01-31T23:29:32

Welcome to the Wednesday story edition of The OCD Stories podcast. In this storytime edition I read Louise's OCD story. 

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Professor David Veale - OCD Psychiatry and Research (Ep55) from 2017-01-22T10:43:28

In episode 55 of the podcast I interviewed research and psychiatrist David Veale. David has added a lot to the research field of OCD and had some great answers to my questions. I hope it helps!<...

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Alison Dotson - Being Me With OCD (Ep54) from 2017-01-13T14:01:29

In episode 54 of the podcast I interviewed Alison Dotson. Alison is an OCD advocate and author of the book “Being me with OCD: How I learned to obsess less and live my life”. I hope it helps! Listen

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OCD Storytime - "It all started when I was 3 years old" (Ep 53) from 2017-01-08T15:12:07

In episode 53 of the podcast I read out Sofi's OCD story. I share what I found inspiring about it, and what we can learn to use in our own recovery from OCD. I hope it helps!

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Kat Nicole - OCD 1 Year On (Ep 52) from 2017-01-01T18:24:45

In episode 52 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed YouTuber (Shalom Aleichem) and OCD blogger Katlyn Nicole on her journey of recovery from OCD for the second time. I hope it helps!

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Advice for an Amazing Life (OCD Recovery) from 2016-12-25T01:35:03

This is a mini episode made up of some of the answers to the question "what advice do you have for people to live an amazing life?". I hope you find this helpful and inspiring to your OCD recove...

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Kieron O'Connor - Inference Based Therapy (Ep 49) from 2016-12-05T09:33:54

In episode 49 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Kieron O'Connor. Kieron is a key researcher behind Inference Based Therapy (IBA) which he created to treat OCD. He shares the principles...

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Stephen Smith - Treat My OCD (Ep48) from 2016-11-27T19:04:01

In episode 48 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Stephen Smith. Stephen is the co-founder of the app nOCD. On this epsiode he shares with us the new features of the app and also some advic...

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A day in the life of Stuart Ralph (Ep 46) from 2016-11-13T18:36:43

In episode 46 of The OCD Stories podcast I was interviewed by Chetna of The East Bay Behavior Therapy Center. Chetna asked me some great questions about recovery, OCD, what the behind the scenes...

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Dr Jonathan Grayson - OCD Recovery, Uncertainty and Virtual Camping (Ep45) from 2016-11-06T23:23:19

In episode 45 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Jonathan Grayson. We chat about virtual camping, ERP, motivation in recovery and much much more. I hope it helps! 

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Dr Becky Beaton - Hoarding, Trauma and OCD (Ep43) from 2016-10-23T20:00:55

In episode 43 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Becky Beaton. We discuss motivation in recovery, approaching treatment from many angles and mindfulness, among much much more. Enjoy. Listen

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Dr Reid Wilson - Stopping the noise in your head (Ep42) from 2016-10-16T17:48:08

In episode 42 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Reid Wilson. We chat about his approach to treating OCD. He offers some brilliant advice, for dealing with OCD. 

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Shala Nicely Answers Your OCD Recovery Questions (Ep41) from 2016-10-09T15:39:40

In episode 41 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Shala Nicely. You guys sent in some great questions which I asked Shala. Topics include sleep, starting ERP, mental checking and much much ...

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Ashley Fulwood (OCD UK) - Recovery Is Possible (Ep39) from 2016-09-25T23:09:29

In episode 39 of the podcast I chat with OCD UK CEO Ashley Fulwood. Ashley shares some great advice for challenging OCD. 

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Morgan Rondinelli - My OCD Voice (Ep 38) from 2016-09-18T19:56:08

In episode 38 of the podcast I chat with Morgan Rondinelli. Morgan is an OCD advocate and blogger. We talk about her recovery, what helped her and ERP therapy. Hope it helps... 

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Duncan CJ - OCD, and Living a Fulfilled Life (Ep36) from 2016-08-30T23:00:47

In episode 36 of the podcast I chat with Duncan CJ. Duncan is the host of the Spirit Pig podcast. He interviews people all over the world about fulfilment. He doesn't have OCD but I wanted to ge...

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Adam Strauss - Comedy, Recovery and Psychedelics (Ep35) from 2016-08-29T10:48:52

DISCLAIMER - This is an exploratory interview into the potential of psychedelics as a treatment for OCD. This is NOT a how to guide. If you take psychedelics, you do so at your own risk. 

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Julia Gottwald - Adolescent OCD (Ep 34) from 2016-08-21T17:56:29

In episode 34 of the podcast I chat with Julia Gottwald. Julia is researching Adolescent OCD. We discuss why teenagers with OCD are different from adults with OCD. We look at why teenagers with ...

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Jeff Bell - When in doubt, make belief (Ep 33) from 2016-08-14T10:17:07

In episode 33 of the podcast I chat with Jeff Bell, author of two books on OCD. Jeff shares his great advice for recovery from OCD, including the importance of purpose and service. We talk about...

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Recovery from OCD is possible - Motivation from 2016-07-25T13:58:24

I may have a sore throat but I didn't want to let that stop me from sharing something. Recovery from OCD is possible. I hope this mini-episode inspires you. 

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Say No to OCD with the nOCD app (Ep 30) from 2016-07-17T14:58:17

Download the nOCD app (free): http://m.treatmyocd.com/ocdstories

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Catlin Palmer - Accept anything and you can transcend everything (Ep29) from 2016-07-10T18:03:20

In episode 29 of The OCD Stories podcast I talked with Catlin A. Palmer. Catlin is part native American. We discuss his culture and how this impacted his mental health. Catlin is a life coach wi...

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OCD Books, Books, Books (Ep 28) from 2016-07-03T22:33:20

In episode 28 of the podcast I discuss some of the OCD books that I've read, in the hopes it helps you decide your next book for your recovery! 

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Dr Guy Doron on ROCD and the ROCD App (Ep27) from 2016-06-26T09:21:51

In episode 27 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Guy Doron. I first interviewed Guy in January for episode 5. Guy is one of the leading researchers in relationship OCD (rOCD), and along...

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Ed's Story: The Truth of OCD (Ep 26) from 2016-06-19T17:00:35

In episode 26 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Ed Renshaw. Ed first wrote his OCD story for the website in 2015. I've since got to know Ed well, and wanted to get him on the show to shar...

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The OCD Maestro (Ep 25) from 2016-06-12T22:42:05

In episode 25 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Andy. Andy is an artist, photographer and the illustrator behind the popular OCD Instagram account OCD Maestro. Enjoy...

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Lily Bailey "Because We Are Bad" (Ep 24) from 2016-06-06T06:41:56

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Mary on OCD Recovery, The Arts and Leaning In (Ep 22) from 2016-05-23T20:35:17

In episode 22 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Mary. Mary was featured in the book "Daring to challenge OCD", and has some wonderful advice to share. Enjoy...

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Dr Chad LeJeune on Worry, ACT and Breathing (Ep 20) from 2016-05-08T10:36:15

In episode 20 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Chad LeJeune. Chad is a professor of psychology at the University of San Francisco. He has more than 20 years experience treating people...

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Eric Kupers on Meditation, ERP, EMDR and OCD! (Ep19) from 2016-05-01T17:39:08

In episode 19 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Eric Kupers. Eric is As...

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Katie d'Ath on Managing OCD With CBT (Ep 18) from 2016-04-24T18:04

In episode 18 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Katie d'Ath. Katie is an author and OCD therapist. We talk about CBT, sleep, diet and exercise as well as much much more. Enjoy... 

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Dr Courtney Paré on Naturopathic Medicine for OCD (Ep 17) from 2016-04-17T18:32:04

Disclaimer - this episode is for exploratory purposes only, and not medical advice. Please seek the advice of a licensed medical professional when considering any medical treatmen...

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Elvis Gomes - Switzerland's Got Talent and Sexual Orientation OCD from 2016-04-03T07:14:18

In episode 15 of the podcast I interviewed Elvis Gomes. Elvis is a singer songwriter and 2015 performed his song "Let me go" on Switzerland's Got Talent. We talk about his recovery, his song and...

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Dr Joan Davidson on Daring To Challenge OCD (Ep 14) from 2016-03-27T19:48:57

In episode 14 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Joan Davidson. Joan is author of the book “Daring to challenge OCD: overcome your fear of treatment ...

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Dr Fred Penzel on Homosexual OCD, BDD&Zen (Ep 13) from 2016-03-20T20:03:18

In episode 13 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Fred Penzel. Fred is a psychologist and founding member of the International OCD Foundation. He has authored a book on OCD and one on Tr...

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Lily Bailey - Because We Are Bad: OCD&A Girl Lost In Thought (Ep 12) from 2016-03-13T09:56:11

In episode 12 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Lily Bailey. Lily is a writer and model. She is the author of the book Because we are bad: OCD and a girl lost in thought

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Beyond The Doubt - Jeff Bell&Shala Nicely from 2016-03-06T08:54:31

In episode 11 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Jeff Bell & Shala Nicely. Jeff and Shala have a personal and professional journey with OCD, and have come together to create Beyond The...

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UNSTUCK: An OCD Kids Movie (Ep 10) from 2016-03-02T22:29:45

In episode 10 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Kelly Anderson and Chris Baier. Chris and Kelly are creating the documentary called UNSTUCK: An OCD Kids Movie. A documentary featuring ent...

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David Adam "The Man Who Couldn't Stop" (Ep 9) from 2016-02-28T13:12:34

In episode 9 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed David Adam. David is an editor and author of the book "The man who couldn't stop".

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Jack Pridmore on the BBC Documentary Extreme OCD Camp, and Recovery from 2016-02-14T12:04:55

In episode 8 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Jack Pridmore. Jack was in the 2013 BBC documen...

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Peter Weiss On The BBC Documentary Extreme OCD Camp (Ep 7) from 2016-02-07T20:11:58

In episode 7 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Peter Weiss. Pete is a therapist who works with people who have OCD, ADHD and Autism. He is the founder of Blue Compass Camps, and in 2013 t...

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Jon Hershfield On Mindfulness, ERP And Acceptance For OCD (Ep 6) from 2016-01-31T20:30:08

In episode 6 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Jon Hershfield. Jon is the author of two books on OCD and a therapist who specialises in OCD treatment.

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Dr Guy Doron Talks About All Things rOCD&How To Beat It (Ep 5) from 2016-01-25T06:02:30

In episode 5 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Guy Doron. Guy is one of the leading researchers in relationship OCD (rOCD), and along with his team he his uncovering important informat...

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Dr Steven Hayes on ACT, OCD and Living A Meaningful Life from 2016-01-10T20:51:08

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Kat Nicole on beating, and learning to live after OCD from 2016-01-01T13:01:10

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Bob Burg On How You Can Succeed Despite OCD from 2015-12-19T23:52:35

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Mark Freeman on his recovery from OCD from 2015-12-06T18:27:58

I interview author, and YouTuber Mark Freeman on his OCD journey.

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