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Get to know OCDMy OCD hit a breaking point on a Netflix set. This is what happened next.OCD hijacked Rachel's life. Perfectionism and obsessive thinking had always been a part of her life, but a new relationship gave OCD something to latch onto — and it escalated fast. Her thoughts spiraled, her sense of control collapsed, and the disorder began dictating every decision. What followed was a sudden exit from her job on a Netflix set, a stay in a psychiatric facility, and thoughts that scared her enough to realize she couldn’t manage it on her own anymore.In this episode, Rachel Immraj shares her OCD journey. She shares how deep OCD pulled her...
2026-01-1544 minGet to know OCD4 Simple OCD Tips For 2026As 2026 begins, NOCD therapist Tracie Ibrahim offers up a few small but meaningful shifts that can make living with OCD feel more manageable. Instead of chasing quick fixes or “perfect” routines, these four tips are about changing how you respond when OCD shows up — how you relate to uncertainty, urges, and the pressure to do things just right. They’re simple on the surface, but each one reflects lessons learned through real experience and treatment.NOCD specializes in exposure and response prevention therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 1...
2026-01-1104 minGet to know OCDShe Made A Comedy Show Out Of Her OCD JourneyOlivia didn’t set out to make a comedy show about her OCD struggles. The idea came from noticing how much power her thoughts still had when they stayed unspoken. In her head, they felt heavy, urgent, and authoritative. Saying the thoughts out loud, in front of an audience, stripped them of the authority they’d long held over her life.Olivia joins us on the Get to know OCD podcast to tell us all about her show and story. Her OCD fixated on intrusive sexual and taboo thoughts, which have become the backbone of Olivia's come...
2026-01-0843 minGet to know OCDWhy OCD Makes Getting Help So HardPeople rarely delay OCD treatment because they don’t want their lives to change — they delay it because the disorder has already been negotiating with them for years. OCD tells you you’re coping well enough, that starting treatment might make things worse, that you’ll lose control if you stop doing the very behaviors that feel like they’re keeping everything together. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains all the tricky ways OCD stops you from helping yourself (plus sings some Rick Astley along the way too).NOCD specializes in exposure and response prevention therapy, t...
2026-01-0410 minGet to know OCDExpert-Approved Tips To Take Control of OCD In 2026NOCD specializes in exposure and response prevention therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2026-01-0309 minGet to know OCDJohn Green lost 10 hours every day to OCD — here’s how he got his time backEight to ten hours, every single day. That’s how much time OCD used to take from John Green.In this video, John opens up about what life was like when intrusive thoughts demanded his attention, when fear felt too real to detach from, and when OCD controlled his schedule and crowded out joy.But OCD's grip on John's life wasn't permanent. He shares how seeking help changed everything—leading him to a correct diagnosis and the right treatment. Through exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, John learned how to respond differently to intr...
2025-12-2922 minGet to know OCDHelpful Holiday Tips For People With OCDHappy holidays from NOCD! In this special video, Dr. Patrick McGrath offers some expert tips to get through the holidays if you have OCD. He talks about why this time of year tends to spike symptoms, how holiday stress can quietly turn into compulsions, and what it looks like to show up without trying to make everything feel “just right.” The goal isn’t to make the holidays as perfect as the movies, but to help you stay engaged with what matters while OCD is in the background.NOCD specializes in exposure and response prevention therapy, the mo...
2025-12-2505 minGet to know OCDWhat the Holidays Are Like When You Have OCDThe holidays tend to magnify whatever OCD already cares about — food, family, responsibility, and the pressure to get things “right.” In this video, NOCD therapist Tracie Ibrahim talks through what that's looked like in her own life: the mental rules that quietly take over, the constant second-guessing during ordinary moments, and the effort it takes to stay present while your brain is pulling you elsewhere. Stick around 'til the end to hear what's worked for Tracie and others with OCD.NOCD specializes in exposure and response prevention therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD. Want to explor...
2025-12-2108 minGet to know OCDPostpartum OCD and Scary Thoughts About Your BabyNOCD therapist Mia Nunez had always imagined what life would feel like after having a baby. What she didn’t expect was how quickly her own mind would turn into the most frightening part of the experience. Within days, intrusive thoughts began showing up that felt violent, disturbing, and completely incompatible with who she knew herself to be. The fear was immediate and overwhelming, and it came alongside postpartum OCD and depression she hadn’t seen coming.In this conversation, Mia speaks candidly about an issue affecting a growing number of new mothers — and one that’s still...
2025-12-2138 minGet to know OCDWhen Gift Giving Triggers OCDHoliday gift-giving can be stressful for anyone, but for people with OCD it often becomes overwhelming. The pressure to get the “perfect” gift, spend the right amount, and avoid disappointing others can trigger intense anxiety, mental checking, and endless second-guessing that turns a kind gesture into a source of fear and exhaustion. In this video, NOCD therapist Tracie Ibrahim gets to the root of the issue, and explains how evidence-based treatment can help loosen its grip and make the holidays feel manageable again.NOCD specializes in exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), the most effective treatment for...
2025-12-1405 minGet to know OCDSexual Thoughts, Anxiety, and OCD — The Truth That Doesn't Get Talked AboutIt’s hard enough to talk about OCD openly, let alone how the disorder affects people’s sex lives. That’s the focus of this episode with Dr. Patrick Patrick and Tracie Ibrahim — a conversation about a part of OCD that usually stays hidden, even in therapy. They dive into the moments people don’t admit to anyone else: the sudden panic over a normal physical sensation, the guilt that appears out of nowhere, the fear that a random image or thought says something terrible about who you are. These aren’t the “quirky” parts of OCD people joke...
2025-12-1146 minGet to know OCDInside Howie Mandel’s OCD: The Part of His Life Few SeeHowie Mandel returns to the Get to Know OCD podcast. He’s here to catch us up on his OCD journey — and yes, it’s a journey. Like so many people with OCD, his symptoms ebb and flow, sometimes quietly, sometimes in full view, including live television after being hypnotized (yes, really!). Howie’s back to revisit that moment and the countless others that slip past the casual viewer but shape his life in ways most never notice.In this interview, Howie opens up about what living with OCD actually feels like when the cameras aren’t rolling...
2025-12-0847 minGet to know OCDWhy You Can’t Stop Hair Pulling, Skin Picking, or Nail BitingFor many, hair pulling, skin picking, and nail biting don’t feel like choices. The urge hits, the hand moves, and the moment is over before you’ve even registered what happened. It can be confusing, embarrassing, and often something you end up hiding — especially when you’ve “promised yourself” for years that you’d finally stop. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath digs into why these body-focused repetitive behaviours show up the way they do and why stopping isn’t a matter of discipline or willpower. It’s about patterns your brain learned long before you realized they...
2025-12-0708 minGet to know OCDPerfectionism or OCD? Understanding The DifferenceOCD and perfectionism can mix together so seamlessly that people often don’t realize they’re dealing with two different patterns. Both can show up as a fear of mistakes, avoidance, overchecking, or the feeling that nothing is ever “good enough.” But OCD adds another layer — intrusive thoughts, compulsions, mental rituals, and a need for certainty that turns everyday tasks into high-stakes situations. Understanding how these two interact is key to knowing why some behaviors feel like “just perfectionism,” while others lock you into a full-on OCD cycle.In this episode of the Get to know OCD podcast, N...
2025-12-0446 minGet to know OCDHelpful Tips If Your OCD Flared Over Thanksgiving WeekendA lot of people with OCD come out of Thanksgiving weekend feeling guilty, behind, or convinced they “should have” used the time differently. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains how quickly OCD can take an ordinary Thanksgiving — the travel, the exhaustion, the unfinished tasks waiting at home — and turn it into a narrative that you didn’t do enough or aren’t trying hard enough. He also shares three practical tips to help if this is the mental loop you find yourself in after the holiday weekend.NOCD specializes in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the gold sta...
2025-11-3006 minGet to know OCDIf OCD Turns Thanksgiving Into a Spiral, Do ThisThanksgiving has a way of triggering OCD in places you don’t expect. A small doubt about the food, the table setup, or how an interaction “should” feel can snowball into a spiral before you realize it’s happening. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath breaks down why the holiday pressure sharpens those reactions and lays out what you can do when your brain starts pulling you into an endless loop.NOCD specializes in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us...
2025-11-2706 minGet to know OCDThe Automatic OCD Compulsions You Don’t Notice Yourself DoingAutomatic mental compulsions are one of the easiest ways OCD pulls you in without warning — you don’t plan them, you don’t choose them, and half the time you don’t even notice they’ve started. One moment you’re living your day, and the next you’re ten layers deep into replaying a conversation, solving a fear, or trying to think your way to certainty. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains why OCD makes these loops feel automatic and how to “undo” a mental compulsion by ending it in doubt instead of reassurance. NOCD specializes i...
2025-11-2305 minGet to know OCDThe Overlap Between OCD and Anxiety ExplainedOCD rarely ever shows up on its own. Many people experience anxiety disorders alongside it, including panic, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and somatic anxiety. In this video, NOCD therapist Shauna Pichette breaks down why comorbidity is so common with OCD, making it hard to truly know what you're suffering from.NOCD specializes in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram...
2025-11-1341 minGet to know OCDThe Types of OCD No One Talks AboutMost people think OCD is just about cleaning, germs, or being organized — but that’s only a small part of it. In reality, OCD can latch onto anything: your faith, your relationships, your memories, even questions about existence itself. These hidden subtypes can make people feel confused, ashamed, or convinced that no one else could possibly understand what’s happening in their mind. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath breaks down the lesser-known types of OCD and why they all follow the same cycle of fear and doubt.NOCD specializes in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the go...
2025-11-1011 minGet to know OCDNFL Player Braden Smith Opens Up About His OCD JourneyBraden Smith built his NFL career by overpowering defenders every Sunday as an offensive lineman for the Indianapolis Colts. But away from the field, he was fighting something he couldn’t see — intrusive thoughts about his faith that wouldn’t stop looping in his mind. The constant what-ifs drained his joy, his focus, and the peace he once felt in the things he loved most.In this interview, Braden opens up about his journey with OCD, the unexpected paths that led him toward recovery, and what he’s learned about real strength, which sometimes means putting down the...
2025-11-0646 minGet to know OCDWhen OCD Makes You Fear You’ll Harm YourselfSometimes OCD makes you afraid of your own thoughts. You don’t want to hurt yourself — but your mind won’t stop asking, what if I did? That fear can feel overwhelming and isolating, but it’s actually a form of OCD called suicidal OCD. In this video, Tracie Ibrahim and Dr. Patrick McGrath talk about what that really means, how it’s different from suicidal intent, and what treatment looks like for people living with these scary, intrusive thoughts. All thoughts of suicide or self-harm should be taken seriously. If you or someone you know has report...
2025-11-0246 minGet to know OCDOCD Made Me Afraid of the People I Love MostJen Wiles remembers the fear more than anything — not just the thoughts themselves, but the silence that came with them. She was terrified of what her mind was saying, ashamed to tell anyone, and convinced no one would understand. From the outside, she looked fine. Inside, she was breaking.In this video, Jen opens up about what it was really like to live with harm OCD in secret, how it twisted her love for her family into fear, and the moment she finally found the right kind of help.NOCD specializes in Exposure an...
2025-10-3047 minGet to know OCDWhy Specialized Therapy Is Essential for OCDMost therapy isn’t designed for OCD — and that’s the problem. A lot of therapists mean well but use approaches that make symptoms worse, not better. That’s why specialized treatment matters. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains what separates general talk therapy from real OCD care, and why Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the only evidence-based way to break the cycle.NOCD specializes in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow u...
2025-10-2611 minGet to know OCDWhat It’s REALLY Like To Be An Athlete With OCDTom Smalley grew up chasing athletic success, but behind his drive was a constant mental battle he didn’t yet understand. At sixteen, he was diagnosed with OCD, a condition that turned every game, practice, and routine into a fight against his own mind. What started as private suffering became a lifelong mission to change how athletes and the world see mental health.Today, Tom is the founder of Struggle into Strength Performance and the recipient of the IOCDF Hero Award. Through his work with the Anxiety in Athletes initiative, co-founded with the IOCDF, he’s help...
2025-10-2350 minGet to know OCDUnderstanding ADHD and OCD — how to treat and navigate bothOCD and ADHD are often misunderstood — and when they overlap, it can be even more confusing. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath breaks down how the two conditions interact, where they differ, and what treatment looks like when you’re managing both. He also explains how to recognize the overlap between intrusive thoughts, impulsivity, and attention struggles, plus why Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and structured behavioral support are key to long-term recovery. NOCD specializes in ERP therapy, the most effective treatment against the disorder. Want to explore your treatment options? Book a free 15-minute call with...
2025-10-1910 minGet to know OCDActress Sarah Jeffery Opens Up About Living With OCDSarah Jeffery’s acting career has spanned hit shows and films like Charmed and Descendants. On screen, she looked fearless. But behind that was a mind that wouldn’t stop asking, what if I forget how to act? what if I freeze? Sarah’s OCD twisted her love of acting into fear, making her question her abilities and even her place in the industry.In this interview, Sarah shares what that experience was really like — the pressure, the doubt, and the slow process of learning to perform without perfection. It’s a side of her story that’s rar...
2025-10-1656 minGet to know OCDThe Next Step When Therapy Isn’t Helping Your OCDFor some people struggling with OCD, specialized weekly therapy isn’t enough. The symptoms can be too intense, the progress too slow, or the support just not consistent enough to make a real change. That’s where higher levels of care could be in play. In this video, clinician Lori Johnson and Dr. Patrick McGrath explain what intensive programs like IOP and PHP actually look like, who they’re for, and why needing more help doesn’t mean you’re failing — it just means you’re ready for the next step toward recovery.At NOCD, we specialize in...
2025-10-1209 minGet to know OCDWhy Therapy Might Not Be Working for Your OCDIt’s frustrating to spend time and money on therapy and feel like nothing is changing. For people with OCD, this happens all the time — often because the wrong therapy approach is being used, or because the real work isn’t happening outside of the sessions. In this video, Tracie Ibrahim shares her own story of being misdiagnosed as a child, learning why traditional therapy didn’t help, and how Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) finally gave her the tools to manage OCD in daily life. She explains why therapy isn’t about magic words or quick fixes, but about lear...
2025-10-0510 minGet to know OCDLiving 32 Years Without Knowing I Had OCDChelsea Risko spent over three decades living with fear, shame, and doubt she couldn’t name. From childhood worries to intrusive thoughts on her wedding day, OCD shaped her life in ways she didn’t understand. It all came crashing down in 2021, when she was hit with terrifying self-harm thoughts that made her question everything — even though she loved her life and family. That moment left her desperate for answers, and for the first time, she discovered what OCD really was.Finding the right help changed everything. Through Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Chelsea began to face t...
2025-10-0250 minGet to know OCDThe WRONG Way To Treat OCDNot all therapy works for OCD — in fact, the wrong approach can actually make symptoms worse. Too often, people are told to rely on deep breathing, relaxation, distraction, or reassurance to manage intrusive thoughts. These techniques may bring short-term relief, but they don’t stop OCD from tightening its grip. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains why those common strategies fail and what real, evidence-based OCD treatment looks like.At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the most proven treatment for OCD. If you’ve tried therapy before and felt like it wasn’t...
2025-09-2808 minGet to know OCDLevels of OCD Treatment ExplainedMost people think OCD treatment is just meeting with a therapist once or twice a week. But what happens when that’s not enough?In this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, Dr. Patrick McGrath sits down with Lori Johnson — a clinician who has worked in every level of care, from inpatient hospitals to outpatient therapy. They explain what “higher levels of care” really mean, including intensive outpatient programs (IOP), partial hospitalization programs (PHP), and residential treatment. Lori shares her journey from working in addiction centers to leading OCD programs, and explains how these differen...
2025-09-2435 minGet to know OCDI'm An Author and I Have OCDEmily Barth Isler grew up believing her anxious, obsessive thoughts were just part of being an artist. Like so many, she bought into the myth that suffering fuels creativity. For years, that belief kept her from seeking help — until she realized the opposite was true.Today, Emily is a successful author and writer who credits therapy and medication for giving her the clarity and freedom to put words to paper. In this conversation, she shares how OCD once controlled her life and how she learned to see its patterns differently. At NOCD, we sp...
2025-09-1855 minGet to know OCDThe Postpartum Struggle No One Talks About: OCDJulia Hale is an OCD therapist, but nothing prepared her for the wave of intrusive thoughts and crushing doubt that hit after giving birth. Like many new parents, she had only ever heard postpartum depression talked about — never postpartum OCD. Even with all her training, she found herself blindsided by fears about her baby’s safety, compulsions to protect, and the shame of wondering how this could be happening to her of all people.In this episode of the Get to know OCD podcast, Julia shares the reality of postpartum OCD: what it looks like, why it’s...
2025-09-1147 minGet to know OCDIs OCD Genetic? Here's What The Science SaysWhen families first hear their child has OCD, many wonder if they somehow caused it. Dr. Evelyn Stewart has spent her career studying those fears — and the science tells a different story. She explains how research with families and twins shows that genes play a significant role, especially when OCD begins in childhood. Dr. Stewart also shares how environment and stress can act like switches, turning genetic risk “on” or “off.” This interview is packed with the latest research about all the links between OCD and genetics so be sure to watch til the end!Here at NOCD, w...
2025-09-0445 minGet to know OCDDoes OCD Look Different By Gender?OCD does NOT affect men and women the same way. In fact, research tells us there are many differences in how the disorder affects each gender. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains what those differences are — from boys often developing OCD earlier than girls, to how hormonal changes, pregnancy, or life stressors can trigger symptoms in women. He also discusses how gender roles and identity may shape the way OCD shows up, and why understanding these differences matters for treatment.Here at NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To ex...
2025-08-2905 minGet to know OCDHow To Parent A Child With OCD (Without Making It WORSE)When your child has OCD, it’s natural to want to help — but some of the most common parenting instincts can accidentally make things worse. OCD and anxiety therapist Natasha Daniels knows this firsthand, both as a clinician and as a mom with children suffering with the disorder. In this episode, she shares what OCD looks like in kids, how parents can get stuck in the cycle of accommodation, and what it really takes to support a child WITHOUT feeding their compulsions.At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — the gold-standard treatment for OCD. I...
2025-08-2842 minGet to know OCDWhy OCD Can Make You Obsess Over Breathing and BlinkingMost people don’t think twice about breathing, blinking, or swallowing food — your body just does it automatically. But for some, OCD turns those simple functions into constant obsessions. This is called sensorimotor OCD, a subtype where your mind gets stuck on bodily sensations like swallowing, breathing, or even heartbeats. Instead of passing thoughts, these sensations become overwhelming, leading to worry, compulsions, and endless self-monitoring. In this episode, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains why OCD latches onto the body’s autopilot functions, how the cycle of anxiety and compulsions keeps it going, and what it takes to break free....
2025-08-2409 minGet to know OCDThe Brain Treatment That Interrupts OCD SignalsDeep brain stimulation is one of the most advanced treatments for severe OCD. It involves implanting tiny electrodes into specific brain circuits and delivering continuous, low-level electrical pulses that interrupt faulty signals driving obsessions and compulsions. This therapy isn’t a first-line option — it’s reserved for people who haven’t responded to other treatments — but for some, it can dramatically reduce symptoms. Sound like a sci-fi movie? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Davis explains how the groundbreaking therapy works, plus shares her own lived experience with OCD.At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention...
2025-08-2142 minGet to know OCDNothing Is Ever “Enough” For OCDOCD loves to make promises it can’t keep. It tells you that if you just pray one more time, wash one more time, or check one more time, you’ll finally feel certain — but that moment never comes. In this video, Patrick breaks down how OCD feeds on the lie of “enough,” why compulsions never truly satisfy, and what it takes to step out of the cycle and stop chasing the impossible standard your brain sets.Here at NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15...
2025-08-1707 minGet to know OCDThe Therapy That Helps You Make Peace With Your ThoughtsMichael Twohig has spent years studying what happens when people try to fight their thoughts — and why that battle almost always makes things worse. As a psychologist, researcher, and leading expert in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), he’s worked with countless people who felt trapped by their own minds, stuck in loops of overthinking, doubt, and mental exhaustion. In this conversation, he shares how ACT can completely change that dynamic, turning thoughts from something you fear into something you can live with.Instead of focusing on erasing or “fixing” thoughts, ACT teaches you to see them for...
2025-08-1450 minGet to know OCDHow I FINALLY Learned To Live WITH FearRenee Zukin spent much of her life trying to silence fear — avoiding risk, obsessing over safety, and doing everything possible to feel in control. It worked just well enough to keep going, but never well enough to feel free. In this interview, she opens up about how fear shaped where she lived, how she ate, how she parented, and how long it kept her from getting the right help.What changed wasn’t the fear disappearing — it was her relationship to it. Renee talks about learning to stop chasing certainty, letting go of safety behaviors, and findin...
2025-08-0752 minGet to know OCDThe Surprising Truth About Seasonal OCDIs OCD seasonal? Not exactly — but it can FEEL that way. In this episode, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains how OCD often ramps up during high-stress times like the holidays, not because of the calendar, but because stress weakens your ability to resist compulsions. Watch as Patrick debunks this common OCD myth!Here at NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram.co...
2025-08-0307 minGet to know OCD1 Year of OCD Conversations Later, Here’s What Stuck With UsOne year ago, the Get to know OCD podcast launched with a simple goal: share real stories from people living with OCD. What happened next was bigger than anyone expected. Each week, guests opened up about their darkest moments, their breakthroughs, and the messy middle in between.In this special anniversary episode, Dr. Patrick McGrath reflects on the moments that stayed with us, the common threads across so many different stories, and what this first year has taught us about healing, community, and the power of feeling seen.Here at NOCD, we specialize...
2025-07-2709 minGet to know OCDSending Hope To People With OCD — One Letter At A TimeThe Not Alone project began with a simple, powerful idea: send handwritten letters to people struggling with OCD to remind them they’re not alone. Founded by Molly Fishback and Morgan Rondinelli, the project has grown into a movement — one that’s now reached thousands and was recently honored with the Hero Award at the 2025 IOCDF Conference.In this episode, they share how Not Alone started, the impact of a single letter, and why creating human connection through words can be a turning point for someone who feels lost in their OCD journey.Our NO...
2025-07-2436 minGet to know OCDI Lived with OCD for 19 Years Before I Knew What It WasMegan spent most of her life thinking something was just wrong with her. She was six years old when the compulsions started — counting, checking, rituals she didn’t understand — all fueled by the fear that if she didn’t do them, something terrible would happen. It wasn’t until she was 19 that she finally realized what it all was: OCD.In this episode of the Get to know OCD podcast, Megan shares what it was like living nearly two decades without a diagnosis, how OCD convinced her she was broken, and what finally changed when she started Ex...
2025-07-1748 minGet to know OCDTherapist Reacts To OCD Portrayals In Movies & ShowsFor years, movies and TV shaped how people understood OCD — and for a long time, the portrayals got it ALL wrong. In this video, therapist Dr. Patrick McGrath sits down to watch some of the most well-known OCD scenes on screen. What he finds is a mix of half-truths, stereotypes, and the occasional glimpse of what real OCD actually feels like. Join Dr. McGrath on this watch-along featuring actors like Leo Dicaprio, Jack Nicholson, and more!Want to treat OCD? At NOCD, we specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, the most proven way to treat OC...
2025-07-1335 minGet to know OCDEva Gutowski Thought She Was Just “Weird” — It Was Actually OCDEva Gutowski spent most of her life thinking something was just... off. She had intense fears (including of ketchup), strict rules in her head, and thoughts that wouldn’t leave her alone — but no one ever mentioned OCD. Not doctors, not teachers, not even friends. So she kept smiling, kept working, kept growing her social media channels to millions of followers, all while OCD quietly shaped everything in her life.It wasn’t until years later that the patterns finally clicked. Eva joins the Get to know OCD podcast to share how her OCD flew under the ra...
2025-07-1046 minGet to know OCDOCD, Relationships, And The Tradeoffs No One Talks AboutMental health doesn’t just affect the person who has it — it affects their partner too. In this conversation, therapist Eli Weinstein talks about the quiet tradeoffs couples make when OCD or other mental health disorders enters the relationship. The missed moments. The unspoken resentment. The blurred line between supporting someone and losing yourself. He shares what happens when partners become caretakers, how to avoid burning out, and why honesty matters more than perfection. If OCD is part of your relationship, this episode is must-listen.Is OCD affecting your relationships? Help is available. NOCD offers proven, spec...
2025-07-0344 minGet to know OCDHow Mental Compulsions Helped Me Hide OCD for DecadesFor years, Shala Nicely looked like she had it all together, but in reality? Her mind was consumed with obsessive thoughts and nonstop mental rituals. Because her compulsions weren’t visible, no one — not even Shala herself — realized she was suffering from OCD.In this interview, Shala shares how mental compulsions made it easy to hide her struggles but impossible to feel peace. She opens up about the toll of living in secret, how long it took to get a diagnosis, and what finally helped her step out of the cycle and into recovery.If y...
2025-06-2648 minGet to know OCDManifestation, Positive Thinking, Law of Attraction — Why They Don’t Help OCDManifesting. Cleanses. The Law of Attraction. Jaclyn Steinmann tried it all, believing that if she could just control her thoughts — keep them positive and “high vibration” — she could finally quiet the chaos in her mind. But the more she chased perfect thinking, the worse her OCD got.In this interview, Jaclyn shares how popular self-help and spiritual practices didn’t just fail to help — they fed her OCD. Real change didn’t begin until she let go of those ideas and started evidence-based treatment like ERP. This is her journey, and what she’s learned through trial, error, an...
2025-06-1947 minGet to know OCDWhy Nothing Ever Feels "Just Right" with OCDEver find yourself re-checking, redoing, or repeating things until they feel just right — but they never actually do? You're not alone. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath breaks down the “just right” subtype of OCD: why it’s so exhausting, how it traps you in endless loops, and what it takes to break free.If you’re stuck in the cycle of doing things over and over until they feel “just right,” you’re not alone — and you don’t have to stay trapped there. Our NOCD therapists specialize in treating OCD with ERP, the most effective therapy fo...
2025-06-1510 minGet to know OCDI Used to Hide My Anxiety — Now I Help Millions HealPaige Pradko looked like she had it all together — working a corporate gig in Chicago, high-achieving, and smiling through the stress. However, she was secretly battling relentless anxiety. It all came crashing down during a panic attack that sent her to the ER — the moment everything unraveled, and finally, started to make sense.In this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, Paige shares how that crisis led to a diagnosis, a career change, and a mission to help others feel seen and supported. Now a therapist and YouTube creator reaching millions, she opens up abou...
2025-06-1244 minGet to know OCDOCD, Arousal, and the Mind-Body DisconnectFor years, Tracie Ibrahim treated OCD professionally — but even she was stunned by how often groinal response came up in sessions. Not just with one theme, but across the board: harm OCD, sexual orientation OCD, taboo thoughts. And every time, it came with the same crushing question from clients — “Does this mean I want it?”In this episode, Tracie unpacks the mind-body disconnect at the heart of these fears. She shares the science behind arousal non-concordance, why physical reactions don’t equal desire, and how OCD twists basic human sensations into something terrifying. It’s a topic most p...
2025-06-0810 minGet to know OCDSelf-Criticism, OCD, Overthinking, and the Mindset SHIFT That Helps People HealJon Hershfield is a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in the treatment of OCD. In this episode, he joins Dr. Patrick McGrath to discuss his experiences as a clinician, his work as an author, and the importance of mindfulness in helping people manage their lives.If you're struggling with OCD, our NOCD therapists might be able to help. They are specially trained in ERP therapy — the most effective treatment against OCD. To learn about treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us...
2025-06-0547 minGet to know OCDThe Day OCD Almost Ended My RelationshipAlix Behar remembers the day everything almost collapsed. OCD had taken over her relationship, flooding her with intrusive thoughts, compulsive confessions, and endless reassurance-seeking. One morning, a single text nearly ended it all — her boyfriend said he couldn’t take it anymore. It felt like OCD was winning, again. But that breaking point became the start of something new. In this powerful story, Alix shares how Exposure and Response Prevention therapy helped her take her life back — and saved her relationship. Struggling with OCD? NOCD therapists are specialized to treat OCD themes of all kinds. To book a...
2025-06-0113 minGet to know OCDA Mother's Story Of OCD, Substance Abuse, Loss, And LegacyMargaret Sisson knew something was wrong when her son Riley came home from camp in a panic she'd never seen before. He started throwing up every morning before school. He checked doorknobs until they broke. She went from expert to expert, trusting professionals who missed the signs. Years passed. The OCD got worse. And when Riley discovered that drinking made the thoughts stop, a second struggle began — one Margaret could see, but never quite reach in time.This is Margaret’s story — not just of raising a son with OCD and substance use, but of living throug...
2025-05-2953 minGet to know OCDHow OCD Hijacks Productivity At School, Work, And LifeTracie Ibrahim knows firsthand how OCD can quietly wreck a person’s day. In college, reading meant going forward, then backward, then forward again — just to feel “right.” As a mom, grocery trips were derailed by terrifying, intrusive thoughts. At work, simple emails turned into obsessive loops of rewriting and rereading. In this video, she shares what untreated OCD did to her focus, her routines, and her sense of control — and how Exposure and Response Prevention therapy helped her reclaim her time.If you're struggling with OCD, our NOCD therapists might be able to help. They are specia...
2025-05-2510 minGet to know OCDI Mistook OCD For A Spiritual AwakeningJaclyn Steinmann spent decades chasing purity, clarity, and healing through retreats, cleanses, and spiritual rituals. But underneath it all was OCD — cleverly disguised as a spiritual quest. What she thought was a journey toward enlightenment was actually a series of compulsions driven by fear, doubt, and the desperate need for certainty. It took years before she realized that the path she was on wasn’t leading her to peace — it was keeping her stuck.In this conversation, Jaclyn opens up about how OCD hijacked her beliefs, her body, and her sense of meaning. She shares how learni...
2025-05-2240 minGet to know OCDUnderstanding Pure O OCD: Therapist Answers AllIn this eye-opening Q&A, licensed therapist Tracie Ibrahim dives deep into the realities of Pure O OCD — a lesser-known but deeply distressing form of obsessive-compulsive disorder. She answers the most common questions around intrusive thoughts, compulsions, diagnosis, and treatment, all with compassion and clarity. Whether you're struggling yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation sheds light on what Pure O really is — and what healing can look like.If you're struggling with OCD, our NOCD therapists might be able to help. They are specially trained in ERP therapy — the most effective treatment against OCD. To learn...
2025-05-0449 minGet to know OCDThis Comedian’s Funniest Bits Come From Her OCDBridget McGuire lived with undiagnosed OCD for decades. It started in childhood — intrusive thoughts, irrational fears, compulsive rituals — all hidden under the surface while she tried to live a “normal” life. From believing she’d get pregnant from kissing a boy to taking HIV medication she didn’t need, her brain never gave her a break. Therapy helped, but it wasn’t until she faced OCD head-on that things started to change.Then came stand-up. What began as a creative outlet after a breakup quickly became a way to take control of the narrative. Bridget’s acts use comedy to ex...
2025-05-0151 minGet to know OCDHe Started a Company That Rewires Your Brain One Text At A TimeWhat if a single text message could change the way your brain works? After years of battling schizophrenia, OCD, and bipolar disorder, Johnny Crowder discovered something powerful: interrupting negative thought patterns — even briefly — can start to reshape the mind. That insight led him to create Cope Notes, a company that sends randomized, psychology-based text messages to help people rewire their brains for better mental health. Built on the science of neuroplasticity and rooted in personal experience, the platform has now delivered millions of messages to users around the world.In this episode, Johnny shares how he went from...
2025-04-2448 minGet to know OCD"Do I Really Believe?” — When OCD Attacks Your FaithWhat happens when your faith — the thing that’s supposed to ground you — becomes the source of constant fear and doubt? For people with OCD, especially those struggling with scrupulosity, that’s exactly what happens. In this episode, therapist Justin Hughes joins Dr. Patrick McGrath to talk about the painful cycle of obsessing over belief, salvation, sin, and certainty. They explore how OCD can make someone question their deepest values, fear damnation, or feel trapped in compulsions that masquerade as “being faithful.”But this isn’t about losing your religion — it’s about reclaiming it. Justin and Patrick break down...
2025-04-2050 minGet to know OCDOCD Almost Broke Our Marriage — Then Therapy Saved UsMontana thought he understood OCD — until he got married. His wife, Mackenzie, had been living with obsessive-compulsive disorder since she was a teenager, but it wasn’t until they built a life together that he began to see the full impact. From hidden rituals to overwhelming fear, contamination spirals, and constant anxiety, OCD slowly took over their home. With two young kids, military life, and cross-country moves in the mix, their marriage was pushed to the edge.In this raw and honest conversation, Mackenzie and Montana share how OCD strained their relationship, reshaped their parenting, and nearly tore...
2025-04-1750 minGet to know OCDThe Science of OCDUma Chatterjee is a neuroscientist who studies the brain circuitry behind OCD — and she’s also someone who lived with the disorder at its most severe. In this talk, she breaks down the actual biology behind intrusive thoughts and compulsions, from overactive brain regions like the orbitofrontal cortex to the role of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, glutamate, and GABA. She explains how genetics and stress can prime the brain for OCD, why certain thoughts feel so “sticky,” and what’s really happening when the brain misfires and flags harmless ideas as dangerous.But this isn’t just science for...
2025-04-1619 minGet to know OCDZane Gonzalez’s OCD Went Viral — Now He’s Owning The MomentWhen Zane Gonzalez lined up for a game-winning field goal on national television, he had no idea millions would be talking about what happened before the ball barely snuck inside the upright to send the Commanders to the NFC Championship. The video went viral not because of the kick itself, but because of Zane’s “strange” pre-kick rituals — fixing his socks, adjusting his helmet, smoothing his hair. What the world saw as quirky or nervous habits were actually deeply ingrained OCD patterns he’s been navigating since childhood.In this powerful interview, Zane opens up about what it felt li...
2025-04-1039 minGet to know OCDWhat binge-watching White Lotus taught me about mental healthBrenna Posey didn’t expect a night of binge-watching White Lotus would turn into a lightbulb moment about her mental health. But somewhere between episodes, sleep deprivation, and the familiar pull of “just one more,” she realized she was caught in a pattern that looked a lot like her experience with OCD.Giving in felt good for a moment — but the next day, she was exhausted, frustrated, and asking herself the same question many people with OCD face: Why do I keep doing what I know makes me feel worse? In this episode, Brenna shares how that moment h...
2025-04-0809 minGet to know OCDShe Was Hospitalized 29 Times Before Anyone Realized It Was OCDThey said she was beyond help. After 29 hospitalizations, no one had any answers. Tracie Ibrahim was just 10 years old when a single question from a doctor spiraled her into nearly a decade of psychiatric holds, misdiagnoses, and overmedication. They labeled her with everything from depression to schizophrenia, but no one stopped to consider the truth behind her thoughts — behind the compulsions, behind the fear.In this episode of Get to Know OCD, Tracie shares the raw, powerful story of how untreated OCD shaped her childhood, how she eventually uncovered the therapy that finally worked, and how she no...
2025-04-0747 minGet to know OCDI Bake For A Living And Battle OCD Every DayAlly Duncan built a career most people dream about. As a full-time content creator in the food space, she’s known for her intricate cakes, playful tiny baking videos, and a vibrant online presence. What her audience didn’t see, for years, was how much work it took to succeed while quietly managing OCD.OCD shows up in her kitchen in ways most people wouldn’t notice — counting food coloring drops, checking for perfect symmetry on cupcakes, or feeling the urge to fix every imperfection. It’s exhausting, and it never fully turns off. But Ally’s learned to l...
2025-04-0347 minGet to know OCDThe truth about telling people you have OCDWhen Brenna Posey first learned of her OCD, she kept it to herself for years — afraid no one would understand what she was going through. She worried people would either dismiss it or get scared by how deeply it affected her. And as the oldest sibling, she wasn’t used to people worrying about her. But everything started to change the moment Brenna opened up to her family. What she found wasn’t judgment — it was support.In this video, Brenna shares the turning points that helped her go from silence to honesty, how she talks about OCD with...
2025-04-0113 minGet to know OCDThe scariest part of dating with OCD? Not knowing for sureWhen Brenna Posey started dating her boyfriend, everything felt right — he was kind, emotionally mature, and genuinely cared about mental health. But even in the middle of a good relationship, OCD found a way in. She started spiraling with thoughts like “What if I don’t love him enough?” or “What if this relationship isn’t right and I’m just too scared to admit it?” The scariest part wasn’t anything he did — it was the uncertainty. And for someone with OCD, uncertainty feels unbearable. In this personal video, Brenna shares what it was really like to open up about OCD for the...
2025-03-2515 minGet to know OCDHow Sean Patton Turned Mental Health Struggles To Comedic SuccessDaily panic attacks. Anxiety so crippling he could barely function. The fear that if he told anyone what was happening in his mind, they’d think he was crazy. That was Sean Patton’s reality growing up. OCD wasn’t just about organizing things or washing hands — it was a relentless loop of intrusive thoughts and compulsions that dictated his life. It got so bad he dropped out of high school, avoided doorways, people, places, and conversations that might expose his struggles. But what Sean didn’t realize at the time was that the very thing causing his pain would even...
2025-03-201h 00Get to know OCDThe harder you try to control your thoughts, the more it controls youWhen we try to control every thought that enters our mind, we unknowingly give it more power. The harder we fight intrusive thoughts or uncomfortable feelings, the more they seem to persist. Brenna Posey, a member of NOCD, shares how this cycle kept her stuck and how she learned — through therapy and experience — that true freedom comes from allowing thoughts to come and go without reacting to them.Learning to sit with uncertainty is one of the most challenging but life-changing skills for managing OCD. In this video, Brenna explains why resisting anxiety only fuels it and how...
2025-03-1814 minGet to know OCDThey Turned Living With OCD Into A Short FilmMost films and TV shows get OCD completely wrong. They reduce it to a quirky obsession with cleanliness or a need for perfect symmetry, missing the relentless, intrusive thoughts that actually define the disorder. But filmmakers Luca Pizzoleo and Conor Patrick Walsh — who both have OCD themselves — set out to change that. Their short film, O.C.D., isn’t about neat freaks or excessive handwashing; it’s about the unseen war happening inside the mind.In O.C.D., intrusive thoughts aren’t just thoughts — they’re real, tangible, inescapable. With a mix of psychological horror, dark humor, an...
2025-03-1349 minGet to know OCDThe Moment I Realized I Had OCDFor years, Brenna Posey struggled with overwhelming fears, intrusive thoughts, and behaviors she couldn't explain. She went through cycles of anxiety, compulsions, and brief periods of relief—never realizing there was a name for what she was experiencing. It wasn’t until one pivotal moment that everything clicked. In this video, Brenna shares the exact moment she realized she had OCD, how she found hope, and why understanding her diagnosis changed everything.If you are struggling with OCD, help is available. NOCD Therapists are specialty-trained in ERP therapy, the most proven treatment for OCD, to help you rega...
2025-03-1116 minGet to know OCDHow Comedy and Community Pulled Kristy Quinn Out of Rock BottomKristy Quinn never expected to find herself at rock bottom. Growing up, she struggled with crippling OCD, intrusive thoughts, and overwhelming anxiety — challenges that few around her truly understood. To cope, she turned to alcohol, using it as a way to quiet the never-ending noise in her mind. But what started as an escape quickly became a trap, pulling her deeper into addiction and self-destruction. At her lowest, she suffered seizures, lost her memory, and nearly lost her life. She knew something had to change, but the road to healing felt impossible. How do you rebuild when the very th...
2025-03-0942 minGet to know OCDAm I A Good Person? OCD Won’t Let Me DecideScrupulosity OCD isn’t just about religion — it’s about relentless self-doubt, moral perfectionism, and the constant fear of making the “wrong” choice. For Summer Lemmon, that meant questioning every decision, feeling paralyzed by guilt, and seeking endless reassurance that she was a good person. Then, everything changed when Summer lost her mother — the person who had always reassured her that things would be okay. Without that anchor, her OCD spiraled, leaving her to face not only overwhelming grief but also the terrifying realization that she could no longer rely on the reassurance that had kept her afloat for ye...
2025-03-0640 minGet to know OCDHow To Explain OCD To Friends And FamilyTalking to friends and family about OCD can be frustrating, especially when they think it’s just about being neat and organized. In this video, Brenna Posey breaks down the real OCD—what it actually looks like, why people misunderstand it, and how you can explain it in a way that makes sense. She’s been through it herself, so she gets how tough it is when people don’t take OCD seriously. Instead of getting stuck in endless debates or feeling unheard, she’ll give you simple ways to help your loved ones understand what you're going through.If yo...
2025-03-0412 minGet to know OCDJesse Eisenberg, John Green, and Kieran Culkin: How They’re Bringing OCD To The Big ScreenWith the Oscars Awards happening tonight, Hollywood is shining a light on mental health like never before. NOCD team members Brenna Posey dives into A Real Pain, the Jesse Eisenberg film nominated for an Academy Award, starring Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin. The film explores OCD and depression through a deeply personal lens, with Eisenberg drawing from his own struggles with OCD, anxiety, and depression. Brenna also highlights Turtles All the Way Down, based on John Green’s novel, which delivers one of the most realistic depictions of OCD in film, and Pure O, a movie tackling the les...
2025-03-0209 minGet to know OCDHow She Managed OCD As A Wife and MotherCayla Davis never imagined that motherhood and marriage would come with a silent battle — one that lived in her mind and convinced her she was a danger to the very people she loved most. When intrusive thoughts took hold, everyday moments with her children became terrifying, and the weight of OCD strained her marriage. The back-and-forth battle wasn’t easy, and the guilt of needing constant support nearly broke her — but she refused to let OCD define her.Through exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, Cayla learned to live with uncertainty instead of being ruled by it. She st...
2025-02-2745 minGet to know OCDWhy The Hardest Case Of OCD Still Has A Path ForwardDr. Patrick McGrath shares a powerful story from his time running an intensive outpatient program, where four individuals — each convinced they had the most difficult case of OCD — were brought together to debate whose struggle was truly the hardest. As the conversation unfolded, it became clear that while their experiences were unique, they shared a common belief: their OCD was untreatable. Dr. McGrath challenges this mindset, revealing that no matter how severe or complex a case may seem, there is always a path forward. With modern treatments ranging from therapy and medication to advanced techniques like transcranial magne...
2025-02-2305 minGet to know OCDHow OCD Made Haley Jakobsen Doubt Who She WasIn this episode, we sit down with author and writer Haley Jakobsen to explore her deeply personal journey with undiagnosed OCD and the identity crisis it caused. Haley shares how her experience with OCD didn’t match the typical portrayals seen in media, leading to years of confusion, shame, and isolation. From intrusive thoughts to relentless self-doubt, Haley opens up about how OCD latched onto the things she valued most, causing her to question everything about who she was. Her story sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of OCD, including mental compulsions and the silent battles many face but ra...
2025-02-2046 minGet to know OCDThe Evolution Of OCD Treatment: Then, Now, And The FutureA decade ago, finding effective OCD treatment was an uphill battle —misdiagnosis, stigma, and inaccessibility left many struggling alone. But change is happening. OCD advocate Chrissie Hodges and Stephen Smith, co-founder and CEO of NOCD, share their personal and professional journeys in reshaping the landscape of OCD care. From grassroots advocacy to groundbreaking digital therapy, they explore how far treatment has come, but also the obstacles that still prevent people from getting help.Despite big progress, stigma and misinformation continue to delay diagnosis and treatment, especially for those facing the most distressing OCD themes. Chrissie and Stephen co...
2025-02-1827 minGet to know OCDHow One Mother Transformed Her Son’s OCD Struggles Into A Lifeline For OthersKim Vincenty never set out to become an advocate, but when her son was diagnosed with OCD over two decades ago, she found herself thrust into a world where resources were scarce, understanding was minimal, and treatment was often out of reach for many families. What began as a mother’s desperate search for answers quickly transformed into a mission to bridge the gaps in OCD care. From leading local support groups to founding her own nonprofit, JACK, Kim turned her family’s struggle into a lifeline for others. But Kim’s work is about more than just re...
2025-02-1344 minGet to know OCDValentine’s Day & OCD: How Obsessive Doubts Can Ruin Your Love LifeValentine’s Day is supposed to be a time of love and celebration, but for those struggling with OCD — especially Relationship OCD — it can feel like anything but. Instead of enjoying the moment, obsessive doubts creep in: Am I really in love? What if this isn’t the right person? What if I’ll never find true love? These relentless questions don’t lead to clarity—they lead to anxiety, second-guessing, and, in some cases, pushing away the very relationships that matter most. It’s exhausting, and no amount of reassurance ever seems to quiet the uncertainty for long.But what if...
2025-02-1108 minGet to know OCDNew OCD Study Reveals How Kids & Teens Can Overcome OCD In Half The TimeA groundbreaking new study has revealed that kids and teens can overcome OCD in half the time using virtual therapy. This is the largest study ever conducted on virtual Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) treatment for children and adolescents, and the results are clear: virtual therapy with NOCD significantly reduces OCD symptoms faster and more effectively than traditional therapy.To break down these game-changing findings, we’re joined by Dr. Jamie Feusner, Chief Medical Officer at NOCD, and Dr. Sara Conley, Licensed Therapist, PhD, LPCat NOCD. Together, they’ll discuss how this research is revolutionizing OCD treatment, the...
2025-02-0350 minGet to know OCDAriana Grande, Luke Combs, And More Grammy Nominees Who Opened Up About OCDThe Grammy Awards are happening this Sunday, February 2, and while the spotlight shines on music’s biggest night, it’s also a moment to recognize the resilience behind the artists we love. Four nominees — Ariana Grande, Luke Combs, Madison Beer, and Nikki Glaser — have opened up about their struggles with OCD, proving that even the most successful stars face mental health challenges.In this video, NOCD's own Brenna Posey dives into their personal journeys, revealing how they’ve turned their struggles into strength while achieving incredible success. Their stories shatter the stigma surrounding OCD and show that no matter...
2025-02-0109 minGet to know OCDYour OCD Game Plan For 2025Welcome to 2025! With a new year comes new opportunities to take charge of your mental health. In this video, Brenna Posey — a NOCD team member who’s also faced her own OCD journey — shares five essential tips to help you start 2025 on the right foot.From understanding intrusive thoughts to embracing discomfort, Brenna offers actionable advice based on her experience with ERP therapy. This year, let’s make it the year you break the cycle, manage your symptoms, and reclaim your life. Ready to take the first step? Visit https://learn.nocd.com/podcast to connect w...
2025-01-0410 minGet to know OCDYour Path To OCD Treatment In 2025Make 2025 the year you take control of your OCD with insights from Brenna Posey, a NOCD team member. Brenna brings a unique perspective as both an expert in OCD care and someone who has personally experienced and managed her own OCD.In this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, Brenna dives into the questions many are asking as they consider treatment in the new year. Take 10 minutes of your time as she answers three key questions to help you approach OCD treatment with confidence and make this your year of progress.Start 2025 by...
2024-12-2910 minGet to know OCDWhy Dr. Patrick McGrath Made OCD His Life’s Work | Get to know OCD Ep 27In this special Thanksgiving Day episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, the tables turn as Dr. Patrick McGrath takes the spotlight — but not as the interviewer. Tia Wilson steps in to ask the questions, giving listeners a rare glimpse into Patrick’s personal and professional journey.For the next 45 minutes, Patrick opens up about his early struggles with childhood anxiety, the rejections that ultimately shaped his path to psychology, his decision to make OCD his life’s mission, and the profound loss of his wife to cancer. Though he doesn’t have OCD himself...
2024-11-2845 minGet to know OCDOCD Treatment: What's Specialized And What's NotOCD-specialized treatment can make all the difference in recovery, but these days, the word "specialized" gets tossed around way too often. In this special episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, we sit down with OCD researcher Uma Chatterjee and NOCD's Tia Wilson to dig into what truly counts as specialized care — and what doesn’t. Hear their candid convo as both share their personal experiences with effective and ineffective treatments for their OCD. This is an eye-opening conversation you won’t want to miss.If you or a loved one is struggling with OCD, know there...
2024-10-201h 14Get to know OCDOvercoming Autumn Anxiety: Best Tips For Managing OCD For Fall SeasonIn this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, we dive into the topic of "autumn anxiety" and how it impacts individuals with OCD. As the year comes to a close, many of us start reflecting on unmet goals and unfinished plans, but OCD has a way of amplifying these feelings. We discuss the pressures of perfectionism, the seasonal changes that affect mood, and offer practical tips for managing OCD during this time of year. If you or a loved one is struggling with OCD, know there is help. Visit https://learn.nocd.com/YT to l...
2024-09-2908 minGet to know OCDTurning Struggles Into Stories: Stuart Ralph and The OCD Podcast | Get to know OCD Ep 13Stuart Ralph is the host of the The OCD Stories podcast — a series that broke ground when it debuted in 2015. Stuart has interviewed almost 500 people for his show, but now we turn the tables and interview him. He talks about having his first intrusive thoughts at the age of 7, almost quitting the podcast, specializing in therapy for adolescents, and more. Don't miss this deep dive into Stuart’s personal journey and professional insights!If you or a loved one is struggling with OCD, know there is help. Visit https://learn.nocd.com/YT to learn more....
2024-09-2639 minGet to know OCDTherapist Explains How Culture Impacts OCD and Treatment | Get to know OCD Ep 10One of our own NOCD therapists, Saraa Lee, joins us on this episode of the Get to know OCD podcast. Treating OCD from a cultural lens is one of Saraa's many specialties. She believes our culture can shape our identities as it has hers, as well as influence how we do or don't treat OCD. In this candid interview, she opens up about her challenging upbringing and offers deep insights into her approach to helping others manage OCD. Saraa leaves no stone unturned, delivering a powerful conversation about the intersection of culture and mental health.S...
2024-09-051h 06Get to know OCDChrissie Hodges' OCD Advocacy Knows No Bounds | Get to know OCD Ep 9Author, long-time YouTuber, peer support specialist — Chrissie Hodges is an OCD advocate in every sense of the word. She’s made advocacy her life’s work after struggling with the disorder and taboo intrusive thoughts her entire life. In this revealing interview, Chrissie gets brutally honest about OCD. Please note: This podcast briefly mentions suicidal ideation. NOCD is not a crisis service. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 to connect to the Suicide & Crisis Hotline.Show Notes:0:00 Intro1:32 Chrissie’s Background2:42...
2024-08-2958 minGet to know OCDMental Health in Entrepreneurship: Brad Feld on OCD and Depression | Get to know OCD Ep 6From the outside, Brad Feld seems unfazed. Since 1987, Brad has blazed an impressive career as an early-stage investor and entrepreneur in tech. But internally, Brad has been battling OCD for nearly 60 years. In this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, Brad opens up about how he has navigated life and achieved success while experiencing OCD, why he’s so open about his struggles, and much more.Please note: This podcast briefly mentions suicidal ideation. NOCD is not a crisis service. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 to...
2024-08-0859 minGet to know OCDHow Cami Petyn Manages OCD While Creating Music | Get to know OCD Ep 5Singer, songwriter, and YouTube creator Cami Petyn has used her growing platform for OCD advocacy. Her struggles with OCD have been at the center of many songs and videos she's created. In this episode of the Get to know OCD podcast, Cami tells us why she's so big on OCD awareness and how the disorder has affected her life. Show notes:0:00 Intro1:39 Before OCD Diagnosis5:11 Why Does It Feel So Real?7:57 Getting Help From NOCD10:17 Fan Reactions 11:42 If OCD Was A Song
2024-08-0149 minGet to know OCDOCD Explained: Symptoms, Causes, and What You Need to KnowWelcome to our brand-new series, OCD Deep Dive! In this series, NOCD Chief Clinical Officer Patrick McGrath will give you a detailed breakdown about all things OCD. In the debut episode, we're explaining OCD as a whole — what is it, living with it, how to treat it, and more. Show Notes0:00 Intro1:00 What Is OCD?5:04 OCD Misconceptions 6:18 Living With OCD10:24 OCD Treatment Is Available13:13 Does OCD Go Away? Follow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitt...
2024-07-2816 minGet to know OCDComedian Maria Bamford gets real about OCD, body image, aging, and more | Get to know OCD Ep 4Never one to shy away from joking about ANY topic, comedian Maria Bamford joins us for the fourth episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast. In this candid interview, she opens up about battling OCD throughout her life and navigating her Hollywood career through it — all while making us laugh along the way.Please note: This podcast briefly mentions suicide. NOCD is not a crisis service. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 to connect to the Suicide & Crisis Hotline.Show Notes:0:00 Intro 1:58 OCD...
2024-07-2546 minGet to know OCDGet to know OCD with Stephen Smith, NOCD's Cofounder and CEO | Get to know OCD Ep 1Welcome to the first-ever episode of the Get To Know OCD podcast. Host Dr. Patrick McGrath is joined by NOCD CEO and cofounder Stephen Smith. Stephen takes us inside his life-long struggles with OCD, how NOCD came to be, and his plans to continue to tackle the issue.Follow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-0436 minGet to know OCDWelcome - Get to know OCDTune in each week for a deep dive into all things OCD with host Dr. Patrick McGrath, NOCD's Chief Clinical Officer. We’ll be sharing inspiring real-life stories of people who’ve faced OCD and came out the other side, as well as practical tips for understanding and tackling OCD. We hope you enjoy the podcast and it helps you get to know OCD.Follow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on A...
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