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The OCD Stories

Stuart Ralph
OCD
Therapy
Mental Health
Anxiety
Shame
Self-Compassion
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Mental Health Advocacy
Positive Emotions
Effective Treatments
Recovery Journey
Patient Choice Referral
Perfectionism
Emotional Triggers
Cultural Stigma In Mental Health
ERP (exposure and Response Prevention)
Childhood Trauma
Support Groups
Support Systems

Welcome to The OCD Stories, hosted by Stuart Ralph. The podcast has been heard over 7million times globally. Check out your first episode from our existing hundreds of episodes featuring experts, and people experiencing symptoms just like you today. If you do, you may just feel understood, heard and possibly help you identify your next step in your own personal journey to healing. Disclaimer - thi... more

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Latest Episodes

In episode 523 I chat with Angie who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us.

We discuss health anxiety, contamination themed OCD, and suicidal themed OCD. Doubting whether it's OCD or not, compulsions, uncertainty, getting therapy includ... more

Escape the everyday and join The OCD Camp – an empowering 3-day outdoor experience in Surrey designed for adults with OCD to connect, grow and thrive together in nature. Since 2018, this unique camp has brought people living with OCD out of isolation... more

In episode 522 I chat with Lauren Rosen, LMFT. Lauren is a therapist and founded the Center for the Obsessive Mind, an outpatient clinic serving individuals in California, Florida, Utah, Nevada, Oregon, Pennsylvania and select other states and countr... more

In episode 521 I chat with Regan who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us.

We discuss her OCD story, the journey to getting an OCD diagnosis, moving countries in adolescence, panic attacks, harm themed OCD, contamination themed OCD, ex... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Hufford
Licensed clinical social worker specializing in OCD
Episode: Brad Hufford: Functioning well despite OCD distress is still a victory (#520)
Ally Kristan
Marine scientist and author of "Braving the Waves"
Episode: Story: Ally Kristan (Grief, worries of harm coming to others, her book) (#519)
Melissa Mose
Licensed marriage and family therapist specialized in OCD treatment
President of OCD SoCal
Episode: Melissa Mose: Integrating IFS and ERP for OCD (#511)
Dr. Steven Poskar
Psychiatrist and clinical director at OCD NYC, member of the Scientific and Clinical Advisory Board of the International OCD Foundation.
OCD NYC
Episode: Dr Steven Poskar: Medications for OCD (#510)
Ian O'Brien
Psychotherapist specializing in OCD based in Dublin, Ireland
Self-employed, OCD Ireland
Episode: Ian O'Brien: OCD Story, and research on why people struggle to engage with ERP using over 100 interviews from The OCD Stories podcast (#509)
Michael Stier
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Director of Education and Training at the Anxiety Specialists of Atlanta
Anxiety Specialists of Atlanta
Episode: Michael Stier: Health anxiety (#508)
Dr. Fahad Khan
Licensed clinical psychologist and deputy director at the Khalil Center.
Khalil Center
Episode: Dr Fahad Khan: Islamic religious OCD (Waswasa & OCD) (#505)
Samantha Faden
A client with lived experience of OCD and autism, working in the autistic population.
Episode: Samantha Faden & Dr Jenifer Cullen: Successfully adjusting OCD therapy for autistic clients (#503)
Dr. Jenifer Cullen
A licensed clinical psychologist at the McLean OCD Institute specializing in OCD treatment.
McLean OCD Institute
Episode: Samantha Faden & Dr Jenifer Cullen: Successfully adjusting OCD therapy for autistic clients (#503)

Host

Stuart Ralph
Host and creator passionate about mental health advocacy and sharing stories related to OCD.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Fantastic!

    Thanks for everything. Very helpful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jen Wk
    United Statesa month ago
  • HELPING

    This Podcast is a gift of pure relief. Beyond grateful to know I’m not crazy!!!! It’s such an isolated feeling especially when for me it’s 95% internal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JILEVE
    United States6 months ago
  • Wonderful Info!

    The best podcast about OCD and spectrum disorders. Love the stories, love the legitimate experts. Stuart is a wonderful host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JDBBC
    Canada8 months ago
  • I feel so much less alone

    It feels so validating, knowing that someone has been through almost the exact same things/feelings as I have. This podcast is helping me to realize that I’m not a bad person. Everything is going to be okay. I’m definitely still struggling, but it is amazing hearing real stories, because it helps me to not feel crazy. Thank you for doing this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C__MariE
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very helpful podcast

    Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    val7513
    Francea year ago

Listeners Say

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There is appreciation for the expert insights and therapeutic discussions, indicating the podcast is seen as credible and informative.
Many listeners feel a strong sense of community and connection while grappling with their own OCD challenges.
Some feedback highlights the need for even more diverse guest experiences and perspectives on OCD treatment.
Listeners express profound gratitude for the support and resources provided through the personal stories shared.

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Brad Hufford: Functioning well despite OCD distress is still a victory (#520)
Q: How do you help clients stay motivated in ERP if treatment feels uncomfortable or progress is slow?
It's crucial to remind clients about the decades of research supporting ERP's effectiveness and reassure them that despite feelings of being stuck, there is always hope for improvement and relief from symptoms.
Story: Ally Kristan (Grief, worries of harm coming to others, her book) (#519)
Q: In your years of studying the penguins, what have they taught you about life?
Penguins teach me to enjoy every single day and that there is something so much greater than us that exists.
Story: Ally Kristan (Grief, worries of harm coming to others, her book) (#519)
Q: If you pick up the phone, call the 20-year-old you. What do you tell her?
You don't have to worry so much, like things really are going to be okay. My dad always tells me things work out, just never in the way that you expect.
Story: Emma (Group therapy, OCD around parenting, real event OCD) (Ep516)
Q: What was useful either in the group sessions or in the psychoeducation part of what Katie does that helped you with the rumination side of things?
The exposure work was the way of kind of looking at the ruminations and sort of taking the rumination and then thinking, okay, what from this can we make into an exposure?
Story: Emma (Group therapy, OCD around parenting, real event OCD) (Ep516)
Q: So the brain sort of constantly looking for reasons why you've messed up or done something wrong or bad or not good enough?
Absolutely. Yeah, very much that. I mean, the not good enough thing, I think, has been extremely prevalent for a very, very long time.

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What is The OCD Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and its various facets, the content includes discussions from both experts in the mental health field and individuals sharing their personal experiences with OCD. Episodes often tackle significant topics such as therapeutic approaches, including Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) therapy, medication strategies, and coping mechanisms for managing anxiety and intrusive thoughts. Listeners can expect to hear real, relatable stories that facilitate understanding and help destigmatize the condition while highlighting paths to recovery. Notably, the podcast emphasizes community support and the importance of sharing personal journeys, allowing listeners to feel less alone in their struggles with OCD ... more

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Recent guests on The OCD Stories include:

1. Brad Hufford
2. Ally Kristan
3. Melissa Mose
4. Dr. Steven Poskar
5. Ian O'Brien
6. Michael Stier
7. Dr. Fahad Khan
8. Samantha Faden

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