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The OCD Whisperer Podcast with Kristina Orlova

Kristina Orlova
OCD
Mental Health
OCD Treatment
False Memory OCD
Addiction
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Neuroplasticity
Psychedelics
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Therapy
Anxiety
Genetics
Epigenetics
Stigma
LGBTQ Community
Mental Health Advocacy
ERP (exposure and Response Prevention)
Spirituality
Ketamine Therapy

The OCD Whisperer Podcast explores anxiety, OCD, and mental health through unscripted, human-centered conversations and personal stories. Featuring clinicians, creatives, public figures, and everyday people, the show looks at how anxiety, fear, pressure, and identity shape our lives — and how people learn to live alongside them.

Hosted by Kristina Orlova, a licensed therapist with lived experien... more

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Latest Episodes

Is it OCD, or is your brain just wired differently?🧠

In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Dr. Jeremy Shuman, a psychologist and specialist in the intersection of Autism and OCD. Together, they explore the comple... more

Is Perfectionism Hijacking Your Values? 🧠

In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Dr. Marisa Mazza, PsyD. Together, they explore the final pieces of the ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) puzzle: values and co... more

How can you stay present when your brain is screaming with OCD? 🧠

In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Dr. Marisa Mazza, PsyD. Together, they explore the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) concepts of Self-... more

Can You Really Accept a Thought You Hate? 🧠

In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Dr. Marisa Mazza, a psychologist and expert in ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). Together, they explore the "how-to" of dif... more

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Dr. Jeremy Shuman
Psychologist with expertise in OCD and autism
Private practice, St. Louis, Missouri
Episode: 174. STOP Treating Autism like OCD: The "Golden Rule" of Differential Diagnosis with Dr. Jeremy Shuman
Dr. Marisa Mazza
Choice Therapy
Episode: 172. ACT for OCD: The "Observer Self" Hack to Stop Intrusive Thoughts
Sarah Boes
News practitioner, entrepreneur, and mother who has been dealing with OCD
Episode: 169. My OCD Was at Its Worst While My Baby Was Fighting for Her Life
Dr. Sarah Brungardt
Owner of the clinic Calm OCD, specializing in OCD treatment and acceptance strategies.
Calm OCD
Episode: 168. Why you can’t stop OCD thoughts and what actually works (Acceptance Explained)
Kat Schooland
Licensed marriage and family therapist, founder and director of Raising Brave Kids
Raising Brave Kids
Episode: 166. Therapist Explains: The Subtle Signs of Childhood OCD Parents Overlook
Betty Flores
Perinatal wellness specialist
Perinatal Wellness
Episode: 164. Perinatal OCD Explained: When Protective Instincts Turn Into Intrusive Fear
Krista Reed
Clinical social worker, specialist in OCD and body-focused repetitive behaviors
Talk Taboo to Me Podcast
Episode: 160. OCD & Grief: How Trauma Hijacks Your Mind | Real Stories & Coping Tips
Kimberley Quinlan
Marriage and family therapist, host of Your Anxiety Toolkit, and author of The Self-Compassion Workbook for OCD.
CBT School
Episode: 158. Self-Compassion & OCD: The Secret Habit Making Your Anxiety Worse
Heather Brown
LCSW specializing in OCD, trauma, and anxiety, based in Sacramento, California
Evoluer Counseling
Episode: 157. Just-Right OCD & Somatic Intrusive Feelings: Learning to Recognize OCD Signals

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Kristina Orlova
Host of the podcast and a licensed therapist with personal experience of OCD, leading unscripted conversations about mental health.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 States2 years ago
  • Must listen

    OCD is highly treatable!! Kristina’s podcast and Instagram have really helped me a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sydney1373920
    United States3 years ago
  • Wonderful and informative!

    This is a great podcast that helps normalize and educate anything OCD. I love that this therapist has lived experience both personally and clinically. She totally normalizes and reduces the shame involved with having OCD.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janna Price
    United States3 years ago

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The podcast helps normalize mental health issues and destigmatizes the struggles associated with OCD.
Listeners find the honest discussions refreshing and relatable, appreciating the expert insights.
Several reviews highlight the supportive community created through shared experiences.
The conversations are broad and insightful, providing a wealth of information on managing OCD.

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172. ACT for OCD: The "Observer Self" Hack to Stop Intrusive Thoughts
Q: What does ACT ask someone to do differently if they are triggered?
ACT encourages acknowledging the suffering and recognizing the OCD's narrative to foster diffusion.
172. ACT for OCD: The "Observer Self" Hack to Stop Intrusive Thoughts
Q: How can someone with OCD apply the observer self concept to help create space during intrusive thoughts?
Recognize that OCD is a part of you but not the whole you; zoom out to see other aspects of life.
172. ACT for OCD: The "Observer Self" Hack to Stop Intrusive Thoughts
Q: If going inward to internal experiences feels overwhelming, what I would suggest is doing more tactile feeling?
Using tactile sensations can be grounding when internal experiences feel overwhelming.
170. Why ERP Isn’t Enough: Using ACT to Build a Life Beyond OCD Symptoms
Q: How is ACT different from exposure response prevention?
ACT not only targets symptom reduction but also teaches how to live well with difficult experiences and focuses more on values-driven actions rather than just managing OCD symptoms.
170. Why ERP Isn’t Enough: Using ACT to Build a Life Beyond OCD Symptoms
Q: Can we talk a little about what ACT was originally designed for and how it came to be used for OCD specifically?
ACT is a transdiagnostic approach and evidence-based treatment for many issues beyond just OCD, focusing on the underlying mechanisms contributing to psychological distress.

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1. Dr. Jeremy Shuman
2. Dr. Marisa Mazza
3. Sarah Boes
4. Dr. Sarah Brungardt
5. Kat Schooland
6. Betty Flores
7. Krista Reed
8. Kimberley Quinlan

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