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The OCD Whisperer Podcast with Kristina Orlova

Kristina Orlova
OCD
Mental Health
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Anxiety
Exposure and Response Prevention
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
ICBT
Mindfulness
Exposure Response Prevention
Therapy
Intrusive Thoughts
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
OCD Treatment
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
ERP
Inference-Based CBT
Relationship OCD
False Memory OCD
Harm OCD
Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

If your mind keeps looping, second-guessing, or making things feel too real — this podcast is for you.

The OCD Whisperer Podcast explores OCD, anxiety, and the patterns that keep us stuck — including perfectionism, overthinking, fear, and self-doubt. Through honest conversations and personal stories, the show looks at how these experiences shape our lives and how people begin to relate to them di... more

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Latest Episodes

Why does looking for the best option leave you more stuck than when you started?

In this solo episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova, LMFT, an OCD and anxiety specialist, breaks down what people are calling optimization OCD: when a ch... more

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Why does trying harder to stop an intrusive thought only make it louder?

In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Dr. Reid Wilson, director of the Anxiety Disorders Treatment Center in Chapel Hill, NC, and author of ... more

Why do you know it's just a thought, but still feel the need to check what it means?

In this episode, Kristina explores:

• Why OCD can make an intrusive thought feel urgent, real, and impossible to ignore

• How repeatedly checking your thoughts, f... more

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What if the thing you think is helping your OCD is actually making it stronger?

In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Connor Stout, who was diagnosed with OCD at age 10 and now uses his lived experience to help ot... more

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Recent Guests

Reid Wilson
Anxiety and OCD specialist, author, and director of the Anxiety Disorders Treatment Center
Anxiety Disorders Treatment Center
Episode: 205. Why You Can't Stop Your Intrusive Thoughts
Connor Stout
24-year-old from Pittsburgh, OCD advocate with lived experience
Self-advocate, OCD activist
Episode: 203. Why OCD Makes You Think You Need to Figure It Out
Danielle Jhiani
My OCD Coach
My OCD Coach
Episode: 201. Why You Can’t Stop Comparing Yourself to Your Partner’s Ex (OCD)
Andrea Gutiérrez-Glic
Licensed clinical social worker specializing in OCD, anxiety, and complex PTSD
Independent clinician based in St. Louis, Missouri
Episode: 200. Why OCD Makes Every Thought Feel Important
Natalia Aiza
Licensed therapist specializing in exposure response prevention (ERP)
Colorado-based clinician
Episode: 199. Why OCD Won’t Let You Leave the Thought Alone
Aureen Wagner
Clinical psychologist specializing in OCD in children, teens, and adults
Anxiety Wellness Center, Cary, North Carolina
Episode: 197. How to Help Your Child With OCD Without Feeding the OCD Cycle
Ivan Tchatchouwo
CEO and co-founder of The Zone
The Zone
Episode: 196. Why You Think Everyone Is Watching You
Kristina Williams
Coach, IFBB professional bodybuilder
Victory.ai / Coach Kristina Williams
Episode: 195. Why Nothing You Change Ever Feels Enough (Body Dysmorphia)
Grant Parr
Mental performance coach
Game Face Performance
Episode: 194. Why You Keep Doubting Yourself (Even After Doing the Work)

Host

Kristina Orlova
Host of the OCD Whisperer Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Highly recommend!

    A thoughtful and supportive podcast about OCD. Kristina explains OCD in a clear, genuine and compassionate way. It’s reassuring to hear experiences that feel so familiar. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Magnolia_Marigold
    United States7 months ago
  • A Must-Listen for OCD Support

    An amazing resource for anyone struggling with OCD or supporting someone who is. Honest, relatable, and genuinely helpful. So grateful for this work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    What’s the Trich
    United States7 months ago
  • Definitely worth your time!

    A really broad range of topics discussed, with Kristina’s open-mindedness, empathy and deep knowledge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AllyK4425
    United States2 years ago
  • OCD Therapist in a Podcast

    Highly recommend to find out what makes your OCD tick and preventative measures to control your OCD attacks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JiggaJay23
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Always informative with wonderful guests. Just listened to Episode 100 about the intersection of OCD and spirituality. Very helpful. As an OCD treatment specialist, it’s often difficult to watch what had once been a source of comfort (spiritual practices) become torturous for clients. Great discussion!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J. Scott Matthews
    United States3 years ago

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Overwhelmingly positive feedback on the supportive, educational nature of the show.
High-quality, evidence-based discussions that are helpful for both sufferers and supporters.
Compassionate host with a clear, knowledgeable approach to OCD.
Thoughtful and relatable, with guests who provide practical insights.
Some listeners note occasional audio quirks or pacing differences across episodes.

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205. Why You Can't Stop Your Intrusive Thoughts
Q: If somebody is replaying a conversation in their head over and over, trying to figure out whether they said something wrong, what could that person actually do right then and there?
Wilson suggests noticing the worry, deciding not to answer or analyze it, and engaging with something else while accepting the uncertainty and distress. He describes treating the worry as nothing and practicing that response repeatedly.
205. Why You Can't Stop Your Intrusive Thoughts
Q: What is it that people are misunderstanding about how OCD works and why, when you're trying harder to get rid of the thoughts, it actually makes things worse?
Wilson says OCD is a top-down system that uses fear to capture attention, while people often try to solve it by focusing on the thought's content. He recommends recognizing the pattern and choosing a counter-move rather than trying harder to eliminate the thought.
203. Why OCD Makes You Think You Need to Figure It Out
Q: What helped you begin to step away from rumination?
Gaining knowledge about rumination, labeling thoughts as OCD, and gradually proceeding with ERP after developing awareness.
203. Why OCD Makes You Think You Need to Figure It Out
Q: What made asking for help so difficult when you were struggling?
The stigma of being a man and the fear of being judged as weak, plus the worry that talking about OCD would make the thoughts more likely to happen, all made it hard to reach out.
201. Why You Can’t Stop Comparing Yourself to Your Partner’s Ex (OCD)
Q: What does recovery look like, and how do you stay out of the OCD cycle after progress?
Recovery means functioning with a normal level of doubt and discomfort, using tools to respond to intrusive thoughts, maintaining consistency, and staying aware to prevent slipping back into old patterns.

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A thoughtful, psychology-first show exploring OCD, anxiety, and the patterns that keep minds looping, with a licensed therapist who also speaks from lived experience. Episodes feature clinicians, athletes, and everyday people sharing practical strategies—ranging from mindfulness and journaling to specialized therapies like exposure, ERP, and IBCT. Across conversations, the host emphasizes nuance, empathy, and real-life applicability, making it a helpful resource for listeners seeking understanding, coping techniques, and pathways toward progress. The show often highlights the intersection of OCD with performance, parenting, and health, and commonly plugs evidence-based tools and resources for managing symptoms in daily life.

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1. Reid Wilson
2. Connor Stout
3. Danielle Jhiani
4. Andrea Gutiérrez-Glic
5. Natalia Aiza
6. Aureen Wagner
7. Ivan Tchatchouwo
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