Best ROCD Podcasts (2025)

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Story: Zoey (Fears of choking, obsessing over partners porn use, BDD) (#481) 35:33

13m ago35:33

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In episode 481 I chat with Zoey who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. We discuss fears of choking and swallowing, obsessing over her partners porn use, therapy, exposure and response prevention therapy therapy (ERP), aligning therapy with her values, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), seeing her therapist through NOCD, and much more. H…

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The "Trust Your Gut" Debunk with Chelsea Joy Horton Revisit 59:20

17m ago59:20

59:20

When you're experiencing relationship anxiety, hearing "trust your gut" or "listen to your intuition" can be one of the most triggering things you can hear. Is your intuition telling you to leave, or is it ROCD? Tune in with Chelsea Joy Horton, OCD specialist with her masters in dance movement therapy and counseling. Together we share the more accu…

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Chrissie Hodges: Advocating for taboo OCD themes (#480) 1:11:43

6d ago1:11:43

1:11:43

In episode 480 I chat with Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a Peer Support specialist, founder of OCD Gamechangers, and Author of ‘Pure OCD: The Invisible Side of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder’. Chrissie was awarded the hero award at the 24th IOCDF conference in San Fran. We talk advocacy, censorship, stigma, the need for advocates to talk about all ex…

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Why reassurance seeking is not free (and what to do instead) revisit 39:33

7d ago39:33

39:33

There are hidden costs of reassurance seeking, the act of trying to find certainty about your relationship. If you tend to constantly be searching for the perfect piece of advice (even from me!), you’re addicted to the illusion of certainty as a means of feeling safe. Listen to this episode for things you can do instead to reignite the spark in you…

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Jonny Say: Ideas for when people struggle with therapy for OCD (#479) 54:01

9d ago54:01

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In episode 479 I chat with Jonny Say. Jonny is a UK based therapist and co-director at The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. We discuss an update on him, we talk about ideas for when people struggle with therapy for OCD. We discuss the length of therapy, he normalises the time frame, trying other approaches, therapists, or a combination of therap…

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Sex anxiety: when you don't feel like having sex revisit 33:52

20d ago33:52

33:52

I uncover the psychology of resistance to sex with our partners, along with the techniques I use to release this resistance and open up to intimacy in the bedroom. Links: Join me for my monthly Q&A on Patreon: patreon.com/AnxiousLoveCoach Watch Your Language Masterclass: anxiouslovecoach.com/watch-your-language-masterclass Conscious Communication C…

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Dr Josh Spitalnick: Health Anxiety, and living life well (#478) 1:06:39

16d ago1:06:39

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In episode 478 I chat with Dr Josh Spitalnick. Josh is a licensed psychologist, owner and clinical director at the Anxiety Specialists of Atlanta, an outpatient clinic. He is co-author of “The Complete Guide to Overcoming Health Anxiety”. We discuss what’s new with him, his book, the title of the book, this idea of mental health - health anxiety, a…

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How to know if you’re in a toxic relationship revisit 45:06

21d ago45:06

45:06

How does one know that the relationship they are in is toxic or abusive? I often add the disclaimer to relationship anxiety content to disregard my insight if you’re in a toxic or abusive relationship. In this episode, I lay out my nuanced thoughts on this, knowing full well there are limitations even to this line of thinking. We discuss power dyna…

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Story: Jakob (Panic, derealisation, the fear of ‘going crazy’, existential OCD) (#477) 44:33

26d ago44:33

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In episode 477 I chat with Jakob who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us. We discuss his story, panic, derealisation, the fear of ‘going crazy’, existential OCD, his advocacy work, exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), and much more. Hope it helps. Show notes: https://theocdstories.com/episode/jakob-477 The podcast is made po…

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"Settling": The word that destroys great relationships Revisit 36:10

28d ago36:10

36:10

Every worry you're "settling" if you stay with your partner? You're not alone: this thought process isn't your fault and it has good reason for being there-- but there are a ton of ways it isn't helpful when looking at relationships, especially for someone that struggles with relationship OCD. In this episode, we will debunk the myth of "settling" …

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Story: Megan (Worries of choking, health anxiety, existential and religious OCD) (#476) 55:10

29d ago55:10

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In episode 476 I chat with Megan who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. We discuss her story, worries of choking, hyperawareness of swallowing, her compulsions, other themes including existential and religious OCD, accepting and navigating relapses, OCD getting in the way of medication, health anxiety and fears of other mental health…

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Nate Gruner and Meaghan Cleary: Functional Analytic Psychotherapy for OCD (#475) 1:00:59

1M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

In episode 475 I chat with Nate Gruner and Meaghan Cleary. Nate is a staff behavioural therapist at the obsessive-compulsive disorder institute at McLean hospital. Meaghan is a licensed mental health counselor and a registered dance and movement therapist. She is also a behavioural therapist and group facilitator at the obsessive-compulsive disorde…

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Self-pleasure as the path to sexual awakening with Luci Lampe Revisit 1:04:02

1M ago1:04:02

1:04:02

I am thrilled to welcome back Luci Lampe, a dear friend and mentor. If part of your relationship anxiety stems from lack of sexual desire — you're going to want to listen. We also discuss how neediness can be an incredible gift to awakening sexually. I've been committed to a daily self-pleasure practice through diligently taking Luci's course "Come…

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Catherine Goldhouse: I-CBT, feared self, and understanding inferential confusion (#474) 57:47

1M ago57:47

57:47

In episode 474 I chat with Catherine Goldhouse. Catherine is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) who specialises in anxiety, OCD, and relationships. We discuss Catherine’s OCD story, inference-based CBT (I-CBT), exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), reality sensing, the idea that I-CBT cares about the why, this concept o…

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Stephen Smith share’s NOCD’s story (#473) 1:13:44

2M ago1:13:44

1:13:44

In episode 473 I chat Stephen Smith. Stephen is the Cofounder and CEO of NOCD. Stephen shares his OCD story, the story of NOCD, the ups and downs of getting it to where it is today, the commitment from their team to improve access to OCD therapy, NOCD’s therapists and the rigorous training for them, and much more. Hope it helps. Show notes: https:/…

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Relationship Anxiety: What if they cheat and you never find out? 7:11

2M ago7:11

7:11

Ever found yourself spiraling with "what if" thoughts? What if they cheat? What if you never find out? What if your worst fears come true? Relationship anxiety can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. In this episode, we dive deep into: Why these thoughts arise & how to manage them The role of trust, insecurity, and past expe…

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How illusion is ruining your sex life and attraction Revisit 24:57

2M ago24:57

24:57

My most "meta" episode yet... If your suffering about your relationship is caused by comparisons to illusions (rose-colored memories of your ex, Disney, Tiktok), then can we flip the dynamic on its head and re-invigorate the relationship by using illusion to our advantage? Warning: I'm about to ruin attraction for you in this episode. Who we are: N…

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Retroactive Jealousy: How it destroys relationships & how to stop it from destroying yours. 21:42

2M ago21:42

21:42

In this episode, we dive into the complex and often destructive world of retroactive jealousy—the obsessive jealousy over a partner’s past relationships or experiences. Whether it’s scrolling through old photos, fixating on past partners, or battling intrusive thoughts, retroactive jealousy can create deep insecurity and resentment, slowly eroding …

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Stories: Nick Sireau & Margherita Zenoni (& Orchard OCD) (#472) 56:02

2M ago56:02

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In episode 472 I chat with Nick Sireau and Margherita Zenoni about their stories. Nick founded Orchard OCD a not-for-profit for advancing global OCD research, and Margherita manages the communication and fundraising for Orchard OCD and is doing her PhD at the University of Cambridge. We discuss their OCD stories, their work at Orchard OCD, the rese…

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Healthy Jealousy vs Toxic Jealousy In Relationships 5:57

2M ago5:57

5:57

Are intrusive thoughts, doubts, and anxiety sabotaging your relationship? You’re not alone. Whether you’re struggling with fear of the future, distressing thoughts about your partner’s past, or constant uncertainty about your feelings, this podcast offers guidance, strategies, and mindset shifts to help you cultivate a healthy, confident relationsh…

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The Key To Overcoming Relationship Anxiety. 15:51

2M ago15:51

15:51

Are intrusive thoughts, doubts, and anxiety sabotaging your relationship? You’re not alone. Whether you’re struggling with fear of the future, distressing thoughts about your partner’s past, or constant uncertainty about your feelings, this podcast offers guidance, strategies, and mindset shifts to help you cultivate a healthy, confident relationsh…

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Story (and therapist): Bronwyn Shroyer (OCD, PTSD, EMDR, I-CBT) (#471) 49:57

2M ago49:57

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In episode 471 I chat with Bronwyn Shroyer. Bronwyn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specialises in two treatment areas: OCD and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Bronwyn has lived experience with both PTSD and OCD. We discuss her OCD story including PTSD, the interplay between trauma and OCD, eye movement desensitization and reprocess…

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To be free from anxiety, get comfortable with disappointment. Revisit 45:02

2M ago45:02

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I'm sharing a vulnerable story and a recent personal loss... and what it has taught me. I want to share how loss, pain, grief, and disappointment are portals to the divine... if you will let them be so. Email List - Stay in touch I'm going on maternity leave in January! I'll be in touch via email for a while. Please subscribe! As thanks, I'll send …

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Dr Steven Phillipson: The treatment of children and adolescents (9-25) with OCD (#470) 1:01:37

2M ago1:01:37

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In episode 470 I chat with Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specialises in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. Steven is the Clinical Director at the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy in New York. We discuss the treatment of children and adolescents (9-25) with OCD, Steve breaks it down by age group…

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ROCD & Relationship Anxiety: The trap you need to avoid! 5:50

2M ago5:50

5:50

In this episode, we dive into why following your intuition can be misleading and even harmful when struggling with Relationship OCD (ROCD). While trusting your gut often seems like the right choice, ROCD thrives on uncertainty and intrusive thoughts, making intuition an unreliable guide. Book your one on one breakthrough session here: https://calen…

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Story: Rachael (harm OCD, postpartum OCD, fears of developing psychosis, health anxiety, existential OCD) (#469) 40:00

3M ago40:00

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In episode 469 I chat with Rachael who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. We discuss OCD themes including harm, postnatal fears of developing psychosis, existential, religious, and health anxiety. We talk about exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), learnings from ERP, how her partner helped, shame and much more. Hope it hel…

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Retroactive Jealousy: Why do some people struggle while others don't? 7:15

3M ago7:15

7:15

Hi there, we are Eva & Sean Harrison. A married couple that has overcome retroactive jealousy, ROCD and general relationship anxiety. The first few years together we really struggled with these issues and today we work together to help individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated and stuck due to intrusive thoughts and mental m…

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The Importance of Separateness in a Relationship Revisit 48:40

3M ago48:40

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I discuss living apart from my husband and the importance of maintaining a separate identity outside of your partnership. When we lack separateness, one or both partners can end up feeling trapped and lacking desire for one another. We cover: why separateness is important for a relationship and what that can look like, how to cultivate it, and what…

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Emily Hemendinger: OCD and pets (#468) 43:12

3M ago43:12

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In episode 468 I chat with Emily Hemendinger. Emily is clinical director of the OCD Program at the University of Colorado Health Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic. We discuss what Emily has been up to, the positives of pets on mental health, how pets can trigger our OCD, how this plays out in various themes of OCD, how vets can play a role in reducing c…

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Jonny Say: Understanding and practicing ACT skills (Therapist’s perspective – part 2) (#467) 1:02:04

3M ago1:02:04

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In episode 467 I chat with Jonny Say who offers the therapist’s perspective to Jack’s episode last week titled: Understanding and practicing ACT skills (Client’s perspective). Jonny is a therapist and co-founder of The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. We discuss Jonny’s perspective on Jack’s episode, Jonny shares some blocks and resistances to O…

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Retroactive Jealousy vs. Incompatibility 8:29

3M ago8:29

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Book your one on one breakthrough session here: https://calendly.com/overcomingrelationshipanxiety/the-breakthrough-session Website: https://overcomingrelationshipanxiety.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/overcoming_relationshipanxiety Client testimonials: https://overcomingrelationshipanxiety.com/testimonials…

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A big thank you as the podcast goes into its 10th year! 3:12

3M ago3:12

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Thank you for all the support in 2024. I appreciate you! https://theocdstories.com/ The podcast is made possible by NOCD: https://go.treatmyocd.com/theocdstories The integrative centre for OCD Therapy: https://www.integrativecentreforocd.co.uk/

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How I Broke Free From Relationship Anxiety Revisit 34:56

3M ago34:56

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After years of having doubts in my (then) 4-year partnership, I managed to stumble into a breakthrough where I was finally able to confidently and joyfully commit to my awesome partner. In this episode, I share my organic story on how I went from doubting to loving. Email List - Stay in touch I'm going on maternity leave in January! I'll be in touc…

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Jack: Understanding and practicing ACT skills (Client’s perspective - part 1) (#466) 49:16

4M ago49:16

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In episode 466 I chat with Jack who came back on to talk about his approach to learning ACT skills and practising them between his therapy sessions. We discuss his therapy including exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and compassion focused therapy (CFT), his approach to doing home practice and pr…

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