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The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 144 - New Years Special With OCD Therapist Paul Mc CarrollContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com A very happy new year to everyone. In today's episode I interview Paul Mc Carroll about how to start off the year in the best possible way when you struggle with OCD. Paul also has a free guide to striving the holiday season which you can find here: www.befreefromocd.com/resources To get in touch with Paul you can find him on Instagram @befreefromocd or you can check out his website www.befreefromocd.com Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert...2022-01-0137 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 143 - Learn How To Tune Out Of Radio OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com It is so easy for us to tune into radio OCD as for most of us we have been doing it all our lives. Learning to get over OCD is learning to let go of the OCD frequency and to start tuning into a better one. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help s...2021-12-2913 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastChristmas Special - Direct Your Attention Where You Need It To BeContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Merry Christmas to all of you, I hope you have a great holiday season and thank you for listening :) In today's episode we discuss how to overcome some of the stress of Christmas by directing our attention where we want it to go. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to g...2021-12-2513 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 141 -Part Of Getting Over OCD Is Identifying Your Wins, Both Small & LargeContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Look for the things you are getting right with OCD, rather than the opposite. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken a...2021-12-2210 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 140 - The Blissful Breath - A Chat With Wellness Expert Níall Ó MurchuContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today I interview Nìall ÒMurchu. Nìall is a wellbeing expert and Level 3 Wim Hof Instructor. He shares his own personal story of dealing with adversity as well as going into detail about using the Wim Hof Method in the best possible way. Nìall has a book coming out in February called `The Blissful Breath`. To find out more about Niall you can head over to his website: www.breathewithniall.com To find out more about the Wim Hof Method you can h...2021-12-1841 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 139 - Pure OContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Pure O is actually very common, however the name is a little misleading. Today we take a look at what Pure O is and how you can start dealing with it better. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. T...2021-12-1511 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 138 - Why Intrusive Thoughts Are Not A Barrier To Overcoming OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com It's easy to think that intrusive thoughts are a barrier to overcoming OCD, but it simply isn't true. Today I discuss how to move past this limiting belief. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions a...2021-12-1109 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 137 - A Chat With OCD Specialist Justin Hughes MA LPCContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today Justin and I discuss the many different ways in which you can learn to overcome OCD. We also explore the role of faith and spirituality in OCD. I Hope you enjoy :) Justin K. Hughes, MA, LPC, owner of Dallas Counseling, PLLC, is a clinician and writer, passionate about helping those impacted by OCD. His treatment approach utilizes CBT (with ERP) and techniques from other approaches (ACT, MI, CT). A common contributor to the field of OCD treatment through writings, live streams, conferences, and more, he s...2021-12-0848 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 136 - The Emotions Under The OCD - How To Feel Your FeelingsContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Bring acceptance to the emotions under the OCD. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James...2021-12-0420 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 135 - Author James Withey Shares His Story With OCD, Depression & Other Mental Health ChallengesContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today I interview James Withey. James is an author with lived experience of anxiety, OCD, depression, anorexia and PTSD. His best selling book 'How to Tell Depression to Piss Off: 40 Ways to Get Your Life Back'' was published by Little Brown in May 2020 in paperback, e-book and audio book. The follow up book, 'How to Tell Anxiety to Sod Off: 40 Ways to Get Your Life Back ' also published by Little, Brown is due out in January 2022. He is the founder of The R...2021-12-0151 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 134 - The Three Things That Keep OCD GoingContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com There are many things that keep OCD going, however, some things more than others. Today we take a look at some of the most common problems that people with OCD face and discuss how to overcome them. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule o...2021-11-2711 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 133 - But If I Don‘t Perform The Compulsion Will Something Bad Happen? No...Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com The feeling that something bad is about to happen is very common with OCD and is one of the ways in which the OCD fuels itself. Learn to disarm this question by refusing to find certainty. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out o...2021-11-2411 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 132- OCD Can Feel Like Sinking Sand - This Is How To Get Yourself UnstuckContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com It may feel like you are stuck in sinking sand when the urge to perform a compulsion takes hold, but this is just an illusion. It's our job to create a better illusion. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or i...2021-11-2010 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 131 - An OCD Autobiography With Nicholas CorlissContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today I discuss with Nicholas Corliss about his story with OCD. Nick first started struggling with OCD at University and has learnt a lot over the years in how to effectively manage it. I hope you enjoy and find it helpful. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a m...2021-11-1732 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 130 - How Do I Know If It‘s A Compulsion ?Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Being able to spot mental compulsions is not always that easy. Luckily there are some tricks that can help you with this. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are s...2021-11-1309 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 129 - The Secret Weapon Against OCD - A Gratitude MeditationContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Gratitude is a powerful way of changing our mindset and overcoming OCD. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional...2021-11-1014 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 128 - We do OCD, It Doesn‘t Do Us - Why Agency Is So ImportantContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com It may not always feel like it, but we do always have a choice when it comes to OCD. Today we explore how to take back control and express our agency. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The c...2021-11-0611 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastRumination - The Trickiest Compulsion Of Them AllContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today I discuss rumination, what it is and how it keeps OCD and anxiety going. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be t...2021-11-0310 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 126 - How To Not Get OCD About Your OCD TreatmentContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com It's all too easy to get OCD about your OCD treatment. Today I discuss how to avoid this. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are...2021-10-3008 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 125 - The Barriers To Overcoming OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com What are your barriers to getting over OCD? Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James...2021-10-2713 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 124 - OCD & ‘That Just Right Feeling‘Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today I discuss the problem of searching for the 'just right feeling' and how to start the process of letting go. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply...2021-10-2309 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 123 - A Powerful, But Subtle Technique For OCD Intrusive ThoughtsContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today we take a look at a simple, but powerful technique that can help you to keep OCD thoughts in their place. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are s...2021-10-2009 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 122 - OCD Autobiographies With Chris & Jack From The OCD GeeksContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In today's podcast I interview Chris and Jack from the OCD Geeks. To find out more about them you can check out their website: www.ocdgeeks.me I hope you enjoy! Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The c...2021-10-1644 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 121 - How The Inner Critic Keeps OCD Going & What To Do About ItContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com When left unchecked the inner critic can really go to town and cause us a lot of undue rumination. Dealing with this harsh inner critic will go a long way towards helping you to bring more acceptance into your life. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical o...2021-10-1315 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 120 - What If I Never Feel Normal Again?Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com I hope you enjoy :) Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education...2021-10-0915 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 119 - My Story With Alcohol & OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today I discuss my own story with alcohol and OCD and why they can be such a bad mix. As always I hope you enjoy and find it helpful. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and...2021-10-0623 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 118 - A Chat With ACT Specialist & Author Patricia Zurita Ona PSY.DContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com I hope that you enjoy this conversation with Doctor Z. To find out more about Patricia you can head to her website www.thisisdoctorz.com Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on t...2021-10-0352 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 117 - Choice, Acceptance & The White Knuckle Ride Of OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Learning to get over OCD can be a challenge, but it doesn't have to be a white knuckle ride. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and a...2021-09-2910 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 116 - Why Self-Compassion Is So Important For Overcoming OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Self-compassion is an area we all need to work on. In my experience low self-compassion is often entangled with OCD and the two can be hard to separate. In today's episode we take a look at the why working on self-compassion is so important. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away t...2021-09-2511 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 115 - How To Overcome Repetitive OCD ThoughtsContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Is repetitive thinking keeping you trapped? In this episode we discuss how to get out of this habitual way of thinking. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply...2021-09-2211 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 114 - Why Trying To Outsmart OCD Is Keeping You TrappedContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In today's episode I discuss the importance of not trying to outsmart OCD. I hope you enjoy and find it helpful :) Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply...2021-09-1813 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 113 - Resilience & Overcoming OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This episode was recorded next to a river in Poland. I discuss the importance of resilience in overcoming OCD and anxiety. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply t...2021-09-1510 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 112 - Finding Freedom From OCD & Anxiety by Embracing UncertaintyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Learning to be ok with uncertainty is a big step in the direction towards overcoming OCD and anxiety. I would argue that it all starts here. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written...2021-09-1111 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 111 - Overcoming Inertia - Taking Action When You Struggle With OCD & AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In my experience, overcoming OCD is all about taking action. Today's podcast is all about that. Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this...2021-09-0810 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 110 - OCD Decision Making - How To Make Decisions When Struggling With OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Decisions decisions. That aren't easy to make at the best of times, l throw OCD in the mix and this just makes in 10x as bad. Today we focus in on how you can make better, more confident decisions despite OCD. I hope you enjoy :) Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight...2021-09-0410 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 109 - What Is Radical Self Acceptance & How Can You Bring It To OCD & Anxiety?Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com There can be some confusion about radical self-acceptance and what it means in relation to OCD. In today's podcast we explore this and discuss how you can bring more self-acceptance into your life. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or...2021-09-0108 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 108 - The One Million Step Method For OCD Recovery ;) Letting Go Of Doing Things PerfectlyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com There is no perfect one step, two step or one million step solution for OCD. The true solution comes in letting go of the search for perfection and recognising the things that help you to be more present. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and...2021-08-2810 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 107 - How To Support Someone Who Is Struggling With OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com If your family and friends are looking for support to help you manage OCD better, then this could be a very helpful podcast for you. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on t...2021-08-2511 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 106 - OCD & The Emotions In ExileContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today's episode is about those tricky emotions that we don't want to experience. The emotions in exile. In my experience, the more we can learn to explore and be with those emotions, the better off we are going to be. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical...2021-08-2110 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 105 - A Chat With OCD Specialist From The OCD Center Of Los Angeles Lauren McMeikan Rosen MFTContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In today's episode I talk with the amazing OCD specialist Lauren McMeikan Rosen MFT. We discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by the pandemic, the search for an OCD cure and the meaning of acceptance amongst many other OCD and anxiety related topics. To get in touch with Lauren you can find her on Instagram @theobsessivemind or you can check out her website www.theobsessivemind.com Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is al...2021-08-1846 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 104 - Are you Avoinding Or Moving Towards? - Get The OCD Recovery MindsetContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In today's episode we take a look at the difference between avoidance and approaching and how they can hamper or vastly improve our ability to overcome OCD and anxiety. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and o...2021-08-1411 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 103 - Being Told To 'Accept' OCD & Anxiety Can Be Annoying - So What Actually Is Acceptance? & How Can We Use IT?Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Rather than accepting, what we often need to learn to do is to just tolerate the difficult thoughts and sensations that OCD gives us. Today we explore how to develop more tolerance. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses...2021-08-1111 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 102 - You Are Not 'Your' OCD, You Are So Much MoreContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com The label of OCD serves a purpose, but when we hold onto it too tightly it can hold us back and stop us from making the progress that we need to make. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. T...2021-08-0812 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 101 - OCD & Reassurance Seeking - What It Is & How To Stop ItContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This week we explore reassurance seeking, one of the most common OCD compulsions. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as...2021-08-0514 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 100 - A Chat With OCD Specialist Paul McCarrol - Why Looking For The OCD 'Cure' can keep you trappedContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This week I interview the OCD specialist Paul Mc Carroll. To get in touch with Paul you can find him on Instagram @befreefromocd or you can check out his website www.befreefromocd.com Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or...2021-07-3128 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 99 - The Connection Between Social Anxiety & OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Whilst struggling with OCD in my twenties, I also gained a lot of experience with social anxiety. These two issues seem to go hand in hand and perpetuate each other. The good news though is that through exposure and a mindful willing approach, you can overcome both of them. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek pro...2021-07-2814 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 98 - How To Best Use Meditation For OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This week I delve into a familar topic, that of meditation. I explore why it can be so helpful for OCD and how to start using it in an effective way. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The co...2021-07-2411 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 97 - Bella's Journey With Relationship OCD & AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This week I interview the amazing Bella. Having struggled with OCD and anxiety, Bella has learnt numerous ways to overcome it and shares all. In addition, Bella is now working as a coach. I would highly reccomend you check out her website to find out more about what she has to offer. www.bellamaldener.com Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pize...2021-07-2137 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 96 - An Amazing & Simple Breathing technique For Obsessive Thoughts...Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Sometimes the best thing you can do for yourself in the midst of OCD is just to slow everything down and breathe better. Today we explore how to do that. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments an...2021-07-1713 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 95 - The Importance Of Movement For OCD & AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Getting out of your head and into your body is one of the best things you can do for yourself when it comes to OCD and anxiety. Movement is key to this. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The...2021-07-1411 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 94 - How To Use Metaphors To Defuse OCD ThoughtsContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Metaphors are one of the best ways we have to explain the process of letting go of unwanted and intrusive OCD thoughts. In this episode we explore how you can use metaphors to your advantage in the struggle with OCD. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opi...2021-07-1011 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 93 - How To Find Your Flow In The Midst Of OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Learning to live life in a state of flow and to go along with challenges instead of against them is how we can find more inner peace. In today's episode we take a look at how you can find more flow, despite the challenges of OCD. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help st...2021-07-0723 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 92 - The Role OF Self Compassion In Letting Go Of OCD PerfectionismContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Perfectionism is at the heart of OCD and one of the best ways to let go of it is through self-compassion. In today´s episdoe we explore how to do that. The link I mention in the episode are below. https://www.tarabrach.com/heart-meditation-loving-kindness/ https://jackkornfield.com/meditation-on-lovingkindness/ Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone expe...2021-07-0311 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 91 - Relationship OCD & Attachment TheoryContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Learning about attachment theory can give you a new and potentially very helpful take on relationship OCD. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that...2021-06-3017 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 90 - The OCD and Anxiety Trap - How To Get Out Of ItContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This week we take a look at the anxiety trap, how it works and what we can do to get ourselves out of it. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as w...2021-06-2506 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 89 - A Chat With OCD Specialist Dr Ilisa Kaufman Psy.D About Her Approach To Therapy & Her Own OCD StoryContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today I chat with Dr Ilisa Kaufman. Ilisa Kaufman, Psy.D., is a Miami based psychologist who specializes in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and addictions. Drawing from her personal struggles with OCD, Dr. Kaufman was able to transform her life and get into recovery from OCD. Now, she is on a mission to free other sufferers. Dr. Kaufman is passionate about helping people of all ages, who are suffering from OCD and SUD, to find a way out. Dr. Kaufman h...2021-06-2336 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 88 - OCD - The Lion Behind Our Back That Others Can't See...Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com The lion behind your back is a great metaphor for how it feels to have OCD. Perhaps nobody else can see it, but for the person with OCD, the lion isn´t just behind your back, it's jumping up and down in front of your face. The metaphor can help us though to be more accepting of why other people find it so hard to understand OCD and also to view ourselves from a slightly different perspective. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert J...2021-06-2008 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 87 - 3 Top Tips For Inner Healing When You Have OCD & AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In today's episode we take a look at some of things that can help us to let go of emotional baggage and boost our healing process. If you have experienced severe trauma in your life in one form or another, then it’s important for you to work with a qualified counsellor or therapist in order to process it. The inner healing that I am talking about today, is more about the everyday stuff, the emotional baggage that we all carry around with us from an...2021-06-1614 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 86 - How To Accept Obsessions - A Meditation For Exploring & Accepting AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This meditation will allow you to explore the discomfort at the heart of OCD. The more we are able to become curious and even move toward these feelings, the better we are going to be at overcoming them. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical o...2021-06-1215 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 85 - How To Laugh At Intrusive ThoughtsContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Intrusive thoughts ca be very hard to deal with. One of the best tools I have found to unhook from such thoughts is humour. In this episode we explore this simple, but powerful technique. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and ru...2021-06-0910 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 84 - A Chat About OCD & ERP With OCD Specialist Jenna Overbaugh LPC CPTContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today I interview the amazing Jenna Overbaugh. You can find out more about Jenna and her work with the following links: Instagram: jenna.overbaugh Podcast: "All The Hard Things" on all podcast platforms - all ocd, erp education NOCD: www.treatmyocd.com or www.nocd.com International OCD Foundation: iocdf.org I hope you enjoy the show... Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robe...2021-06-0536 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 83 - How To Deal With OCD GuiltContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Guilt can play a central role in keeping OCD going. Leanring to let go of unwarranted guilt is a big part of learning to overcome OCD. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written...2021-06-0213 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 82 - Finding Meaning In Your Struggle With OCD And AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com OCD doesn´t have to be and in fact, shouldn´t be all doom and gloom. We can find meaning in the challenges that OCD presents and in doing so, this will help us to overcome it. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out...2021-05-2917 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 81 - Overcoming OCD - Keeping A Setback In It's PlaceContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com When setbacks happen, it's very easy to get caught up in them and beleive that you have gone back to square one. However this is just the OCD trying to trick you. Today we explore how to keep an OCD setback in it's place. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away t...2021-05-2513 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 80 - You Are Not 'Your OCD' - How To Be Defined By Values & Not OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com When we hold to tightly to the diagnosis of OCD it can hold us back and keep us trapped. In today's episode we take a look at how we can let go and set ourselves free. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out...2021-05-2010 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 79 - How To End The Cycle Of Rumination By Using 'Maybe'Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com The word 'maybe' can be a hard to accept when you're struggling with OCD. Despite this, using the uncertainty that the word 'maybe' provides is a great way to face our fears and to learn to tolerate anxiety. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and r...2021-05-1713 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 78 - How To Use Exposure Work & ACT Together To Overcome OCD & AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In my expereince, the best way to learn to overcome OCD and anxiety is through a combination of exposure work and acceptance commitment therapy. In today's show we take a look at both and how they can be used to together. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a...2021-05-1223 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 77 - Will I Ever Get Over OCD?Contact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Yes we can get over OCD, but being too focused on it can keep us trapped. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to...2021-05-0707 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 76 - How To Use Values To Find The Motivation To Face FearsContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Values are one of the best ways I have found for giving people (myself included) the motivation to overcome anxiety and OCD. Facing fears and obsesisons is not easy, but you can learn to lean into the fear if you have reason enough to do it. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help...2021-05-0513 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 75 - Why OCD Is Like An Addiction & What To Do About ItContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com OCD and anxiety can be like an addiction, but we don´t have to be trapped by it. In this episode we explore why OCD is so addictive and what we can do to overcome it. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out o...2021-05-0115 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 74 - How To Deal With Intrusive ThoughtsContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Intrusive thoughts can be hard to deal with, but you can overcome them. In today's episode we take a look at how. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are...2021-04-2614 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 73 - Finding Your Balance On The OCD RollercoasterContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Finding balance is at the heart of overcoming problems with anxiety. In this episode we take a look at how to find balance even when OCD is giving us a rollercoaster ride. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses...2021-04-2109 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 72 - A Chat With dr. Lauren Cook About OCD & Living Our Best livesContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode I talk with the amazing dr. Lauren Cook who is a therapist, keynote speaker, career coach, and author. She specializes in supporting people with their life transitions and the corresponding anxiety that often comes along with those changes. She is the creator of the Find Your Why, Know Your Way course, which helps millennials make efficient and effective life decisions with confidence. She is the author of two books: Name Your Story: How to Talk Openly About Mental Health and The Sunny...2021-04-1842 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 71 - Avoidance Of Discomfort - The Monster That Keeps OCD & Anxiety GoingContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Today we take a look at something at the heart of OCD and anxiety, avoidance. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be...2021-04-1313 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 70 - Getting The Right Peer Support For OCDContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Looking for help from family and friends is important, but it´s essential that we do it in the right way. In this episode we take a look at how to get the right peer support for OCD and anxiety. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical o...2021-04-1013 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 69 - Why OCD Themes Are Not As Important As We Often ThinkContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Whilst understanding OCD and your themes is helpful, in the end it all comes down to compulsions. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not...2021-04-0611 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 68 - Thought Defusion - The Difference Between Distraction & Gently RefocusingContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This week I discuss something that i struggled with when learning ACT and that is the difference between refocusing and distraction. I hope you find it helpful :) Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as...2021-04-0312 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 67 - A Chat With OCD Specialist Paul Mc CarrollContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This week I interview the OCD specialist Paul Mc Carroll. To get in touch with Paul you can find him on Instagram @befreefromocd or you can check out his website www.befreefromocd.com Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or...2021-03-3044 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 66 - Why OCD Attacks The Things We Care About Most & What To Do About ItContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Understanding why OCD works as it does is a big part of unravelling the problem. In this episode we take a look at why OCD attacks the things we care about most and what we can start to do about this. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a m...2021-03-2516 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 65 - How To Spot Mental Compulsions & Break The OCD CycleContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Mental compulsions can be incredibly hard to spot. But with practice and the right skills you can do it and break the cycle of OCD. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on...2021-03-2211 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 64 - Recovery - How To Get Out Of Your Own WayContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode we look at some of things we do that get in the way of recovery and how to stop doing them. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this...2021-03-1829 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 63 - The Role Of Perfectionism In OCD & AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode we take a look at the role of perfectionism in anxiety disorders. Perfectionism can be both a good thing and a bad thing and recognising this is important to not allowing it to be maladaptive. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and r...2021-03-1529 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 62 - A Chat With Alex About Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders & How The Stories We Tell Ourselves Can Keep Us TrappedContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode I talk to Alex, a philosphy and psychology undergraduate, who has also struggled with OCD and eating disorders. I hope you enjoy. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on...2021-03-1129 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 61 - The Importance Of Being In The Present & How To Do ItContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode we take a look at how to be more in the present moment. This is truly one of the most important skills when it comes to managing anxiety. I hope you enjoy. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other c...2021-03-0829 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 60 - A Chat With OCD Specialist Shannon Renzulli LCSW MA - OCD, GAD & Perinatal AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode I talk with the amazing OCD specialist Shannon Renzulli LCSW. We discuss many things including the similarities and differences between GAD and OCD. We also take a look at perinatal anxiety. Shannon Renzulli is a psychotherapist based out of Connecticut. She received her graduate education at Columbia University where she obtained her first master's degree in clinical psychology and a second master's degree in clinical social work. Her private practice, Southern Connecticut Anxiety, focuses on helping adults who are struggling wi...2021-03-0333 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 59 - Mask Anxiety - How To Relax When Wearing A MaskContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact In this episode we take a look at some of the realities of wearing a mask. If you struggle with anxiety, then wearing a mask can be particuarly difficult, but it doesn´t have to be. Mindfulness skills can help us to overcome these concerns. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help s...2021-02-2829 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 58 - OCD & The Search For CertaintyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact In this episode I discuss one of the trickiest parts of OCD, the search for certainty and how we can let go of it. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on...2021-02-2429 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 57 -A Chat with the OCD & Anxiety Specialist Maythal Eshaghian LMFTMaythal Eshaghian is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at UCLA. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, Obsessive -Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and other Obsessive-Compulsive related disorders in children, adolescents, and adults. She is currently offering virtual sessions. The name of her practice is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy LA. To get in touch with Maythal you can send her a message here: info@cbtherapyla.com To Contact me you can head to www.robertjamescoaching.com Disclaim...2021-02-2127 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 56 - The Science Behind Exercise For AnxietyThe more you find out about the benefits of exercise, the more you want to get into it. It truly can have a huge impact on anxiety. To Contact me you can head to www.robertjamescoaching.com Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and o...2021-02-1729 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 55 - A Chat With Sian About Her OCD StoryContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact In this episode I speak with Sian about her experiences dealing with OCD. We cover a lot of ground and it´s a really interesting conversation. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as w...2021-02-1449 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 54 - How To Not Go Down The OCD Rabbit HoleContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact In this espisode we take a look at something just about everyone with OCD struggles with, the rabbit hole. Fortunately we can learn tools and techniques to keep us out of this trap and live our lives more in the present. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a...2021-02-1129 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 53 - Five Barriers To OCD RecoveryContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact In this espisode we take a look at some of the most common barriers to OCD recovery and how to overcome them. I hope you enjoy :) Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as w...2021-02-0729 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 52 - HowTo Overcome Social AnxietyContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact Social anxiety used to be pergatory for me. I struggled in so many different social situations and it felt like I would never get past it, but fortunately I did. In this podcast I share a little of my story and how you can apply the same skills as I did to overcome this difficult type of anxiety. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Ro...2021-02-0429 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 51 - Why Accepting OCD Thoughts Does Not Mean That You Agree With ThemContact me for a free session, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact Today´s topic is an important one. We take a look at why accepting thoughts does not mean that you agree with them. This can be a real stumbing block for recovery. Acceptance is fundamental to overcoming OCD and if you are worried about applying acceptance, then this can make recovery harder. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone ex...2021-01-3129 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 50 - A Chat With OCD Specialist Dr. Sam GreenblattContact me for a private session, visit www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact This week I speak with Dr. Sam Greenblatt about overcoming OCD. We cover a lot of ground including ERP, ACT, acceptance and choice. Dr.Sam really knows his stuff and is a great goy soI hope you enjoy. To get in touch with Dr. Sam you can contact him here: website: Dr. Sam Greenblatt email: samccbp@gmail.com Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not provi...2021-01-2847 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 49 - How To Know You Are Recovering From OCDContact me for a private session, visit www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact In this epsiode we take a look at some of the classic signs for when you are getting over OCD. I hope you enjoy. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on...2021-01-2429 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 48 - A Chat with Antoine Delmas - Overcoming Work & Entrepreneur StressContact me for a private session, visit www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact In this episode I interview Antoine Delmas about how to overcome stress and anxiety in high pressure work environments. As an entrepreneur Antoine has an interesting story to tell in dealing with inevitable setbacks and the stress they create. I hope you enjoy. Antoine is a French entrepreneur based in Barcelona who specialises in education, hospitality and experietial marketing. He is currently running a number of different sucessful projects. He teaches entrepreneurship at Universities in both Barcelona and Madrid. To get in...2021-01-2138 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 47 - How to Stop Panic AttacksWhen I was a lot younger I really struggled with panic attacks. It felt like the anxiety was completely out of control and there was nothing I could do to deal with it. Fortunatelty though for me I learnt about mindfulness techniques that can have a huge impact on your experience of panic and anxiety. In this episode i share my story of panic attacks and what you can start doing to overcome them. Remember though, if you are struggling, then do speak to your doctor.To contact me, you can find me on...2021-01-1729 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 46 - Anxiety, Self Compassion & MindsetMindset is one of the less talked about areas in learning to overcome anxiety. In this episode we take a look at the importance of growing a self- compassionate mindset. Next week we will follow up by looking at some of the other areas of mindest. To contact me, you can find me on Instagram @robertjamescoachinguk or you can check out my website www.robertjamescoaching.com Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey re...2021-01-1429 min

The OCD & Anxiety PodcastEpisode 45 - My Top Ten Tips for the Winter Blues and AnxietyThe winter is a hard time of year for mental health. Here I share my top ten tips for dealing with anxiety in the winter. I hope you find it helpful and if you have any questions, then do please let me know. To contact me, you can find me on Instagram @robertjamescoachinguk or you can check out my website www.robertjamescoaching.com Thank you to Fee Sound.org and harbour 11 for the trumpet sound: https://freesound.org/s/194625/ Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical p...2021-01-1029 min