Out of OCD Podcast

The Dark Struggle - OCD and Suicidal Thoughts*TRIGGER WARNING: This article may be difficult if you are sensitive to this topic. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a severely disabling mental illness that can make someone's life feel like an endless nightmare. The constant cycle of intrusive, tormenting thoughts and the compulsions aimed at relieving the anxiety they cause is u

ERP for OCD: Taking Back Control with Exposure TherapyThis episode dives into Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy, the gold standard treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). We'll hear personal stories about the struggles of OCD and how compulsions, while offering temporary relief, can become a trap.We'll break down ERP therapy, explaining how it works and why

Hello my friend with OCD. I want to ask you about something and see if it applies to you. Do you have all-or-nothing thinking? People with OCD often exhibit this black-and-white way of thinking due to an intolerance of uncertainty and need for certainty. This leads to viewing situations as completely safe or extremely dangerous with no middle ground. All-or-nothing thinking stems f

Here's what it feels like with OCD...It's like you have a pesky gremlin whispering in your ear, telling you to do something over and over again. Now, this is in no way like somebody who hears voices, but it is like a gremlin in your head. It's like having an urge or compulsion to do something, whether that's to wash your hands, organize your soups, collect things, etc. For me, it w

In this episode, we talk about how to find the right person to help you in your OCD healing journey. I share some different therapy or coaching options and some red flags to look out for when researching therapy to help you find the right person.

In this podcast I am joined by my friend Maria Claire Andrea for a deep talk about mental health, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder. We discuss our issues and experiences with our mental health and healing journeys. Included in the episode:OUT of OCD Youtube ChannelOUT of OCD InstagramToi Hershman FacebookMarie Claire Andrea InstagramMarie Claire Andrea Facebook