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FearCast Podcast

Kevin Foss, MFT
OCD
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety
Mental Health
Therapy
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Relationship OCD
Sexual Orientation OCD
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Scrupulosity
Sexual Orientation
Health Anxiety
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Exposure and Response Prevention
Relationships
Sensory Motor OCD
Real Event OCD
Exposure Therapy
Perfectionism
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

The Podcast answering your questions about anxiety and OCD recovery

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Eve from the UK sent in her question in the hopes of trying to figure out what kind of obsession she has and what she can do about it. It seems to hover between the fear of whether or not her reality is real, whether she’s going crazy, whether others... more

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For today’s questions, I give a short answer to a long question, and a long answer to a short question. The first one has to do with the listener’s curiosity about their current and last hanging-on obsession. They want to know if it’s weird, and if o... more

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Frank reached out recently with a follow up audio question. This time he wanted to know how you know whether it’s OCD thinking, or his rational and reasonable thinking. Simple enough question, right? But, how do you know? Can you know for sure? How m... more

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For today’s episode, I was joined by the one and only Jenna Overbaugh, LPC, to talk about what it means to get better from OCD and anxiety disorders, and how to stay better. We discuss the mindset and perspective shift necessary to meaningfully engag... more

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Recent Guests

Jenna Overbaugh
Licensed professional counselor specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders
Independent clinician / author-to-be
Episode: #272- Getting Better and Staying Better, with Jenna Overbaugh, LPC
Claire Breedlove
Licensed clinical social worker specializing in scrupulosity among LDS members
Mountain Home OCD; IOCDF board member
Episode: #270- Treating Religious Scrupulosity With ICBT, feat. Claire Breedlove, LCSW
Elena Fasan
Licensed clinical social worker specializing in OCD; director of the Children's OCD and Anxiety Collective, Los Angeles
Children's OCD and Anxiety Collective, Los Angeles
Episode: #268- Supporting Good Kids With Moral Scrup, With Elena Fasan, LCSW, and Jenny Foss, MA
Jenny Foss
Child development instructor with 20+ years experience; co-creator of Rise
Ventura County Community College District
Episode: #268- Supporting Good Kids With Moral Scrup, With Elena Fasan, LCSW, and Jenny Foss, MA
Lauren Rosen
Psychotherapist, founder and director of the Center for the Obsessive Mind
Center for the Obsessive Mind
Episode: #265- What If My Values Aren’t Mine, Featuring Lauren Rosen, MFT
Dr. Sanjaya Saxena
An internationally known psychiatrist specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders.
International OCD Foundation, San Diego Center for OCD and Related Disorders
Episode: #260- Medication For OCD And Anxiety With Dr. Sanjaya Saxena, MD
Kimberley Quinlan
Licensed MFT and co-developer of BDD program at CBT School
CBT School
Episode: #254- BDD Treatment With Kimbely Quinlan, MFT, and Chris Trondsen, MFT
Nathan Peterson
Therapist specializing in OCD and anxiety, popular YouTube channel host
Psychoeducation through YouTube and courses
Episode: #253- Your OCD And Tics Will Hate This Episode With Nathan Peterson
Dr. Jeremy Shuman
Licensed psychologist specializing in OCD, anxiety, and neurodivergence.
Center for Mindfulness and CBT
Episode: #245- OCD Treatment And The Autism Spectrum With Dr. Jeremy Shuman, PsyD

Host

Kevin Foss
Licensed therapist specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders; host of the show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 296 ratings
  • 100th rating

    kevin is a silly guy who is good at what he does

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kboy2408
    United States3 months ago
  • Great show

    V helpful!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lordruncibald
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Life Saver

    This podcast helped me through the darkest most confusing fearful part of my life! OCD is no joke and this helped me understand my brain so much! Thank you Kevin!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SKPD:)
    United Statesa year ago
  • This podcast is helping me with health anxiety

    I really enjoy this podcast. I like how the interviewer presents. I enjoy his humour, gentleness and patience in answering the questions. So well worth the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RadioBell
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Good stuff here

    To anyone struggling, stay the course and keep fighting OCD!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jahsjskahdjskskskak
    United States2 years ago

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Listener notes the host is compassionate, insightful, and great at explaining OCD without simplistic reassurance.
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#273- If I Know It’s An OCD Thought, Then I Know I’m Not Trans, Right?
Q: Hi, this is Frank. How do you disentangle when you're actually having a moment of genuine introspection from OCD thoughts about whether I might be trans?
The host explains that OCD thoughts are accompanied by urgency, certainty, and a drive to rush to a conclusion, whereas genuine introspection tends to be slower and more exploratory; the recommended approach is to build awareness of when doubt arises, delay urgent responses, test beliefs via inhibitory learning, and gradually rebuild confidence in one's own judgment without demanding absolute certainty.
#272- Getting Better and Staying Better, with Jenna Overbaugh, LPC
Q: How do you shift the language around exposure and prevention to support long-term change?
Emphasize building capacity and a relationship with anxiety, rather than treating exposure as a checkbox; integrate acceptance, gradual challenges, and a long-term view that life quality improves as you engage with actions aligned with values.
#272- Getting Better and Staying Better, with Jenna Overbaugh, LPC
Q: What is the outcome of treatment, and what does life look like after treatment?
The discussion suggests that outcome is about reducing the functional impact of OCD and anxiety, not eliminating them entirely; life after treatment should be defined by increased meaningful activity, expanded opportunities, and a stronger capacity to handle distress while continuing to live fully.
#271- Am I, Or Am I Not, What My Obsession Says I am?
Q: Is my obsession real, or is it not?
The host explains that certainty isn't the point; what matters is learning to sit with uncertainty, reduce avoidance, and live with the thoughts without acting on them through compulsions.
#269- Is My Porn Use Causing Me Become A Creepy Person?
Q: Is watching porn bad for me, and how do I know if it's harming my mental health or just a personal preference?
The host explains that there isn't a universal answer; it depends on whether porn use is producing negative effects or thoughts that feed OCD, and whether it reinforces beliefs that you are creepy or misogynistic. The approach is to assess impact, challenge absolutes, and consider replacing or limiting the behavior if it contributes to distress or compulsive thinking.

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A clinically informed show focused on OCD and anxiety recovery, featuring expert therapists, researchers, and practitioners who discuss treatments (ERP, CBT, ICBT, medication), existential and relationship-related OCD, and practical strategies for managing intrusive thoughts. Episodes frequently blend psychoeducation with real-world exercises, case discussions, and compassionate guidance, making it valuable for sufferers, family members, and clinicians seeking actionable insights. Notable is the consistent emphasis on evidence-based approaches, mindfulness, and managing uncertainty without chasing certainty, plus invite-only guest expertise from top OCD professionals and researchers.

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1. The OCD Stories
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4. Disordered: Anxiety Help
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Recent guests on FearCast Podcast include:

1. Jenna Overbaugh
2. Claire Breedlove
3. Elena Fasan
4. Jenny Foss
5. Lauren Rosen
6. Dr. Sanjaya Saxena
7. Kimberley Quinlan
8. Nathan Peterson

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