The OCDebunked Podcast

We talk a lot about finding your why at the beginning of recovery, but sometimes we forget to continue to develop that as we recover. It's okay and even good to have different reasons to get better as you get further into your recovery - that's the exciting part! Questions or episode ideas? Feel free to reach out! ocdebunked@gmail.com | @ocdebunked

Join me as I chat with IOCDF lead advocate and fellow OCD warrior Katie O'Dunne about her journey! Katie focuses primarily in the subtype of scrupulosity, helping others discover how they can live a fulfilling, faith-based life in the midst of battling OCD. Ms. Katie just radiates sunshine and it touched me so much knowing that she is not happy in life because she never had hardships, but because...

Join me as I explore the intricacies of Relationship OCD, or ROCD. This is one of the main subtypes I've been struggling with lately so I figured it would be helpful to sort through some of the ins and outs of this subtype. Questions or episode ideas? Feel free to reach out! ocdebunked@gmail.com | @ocdebunked

Welcome back to another subtype deep-dive! In this episode I discuss Harm OCD in depth as well as talk about my own personal experiences with the subtype. Harm OCD is such a vast subtype, and it would take hours to talk about all the ins and outs of it. Many people who struggle with this subtype have a fear of hurting others or themselves, whether intentionally or unintentionally, and may also str...

OCD is a great salesman. It brings up certain scenarios with a great sense of urgency and presents itself as the absolute savior and hero. But OCD often is a catch-22, drawing you closer and closer to your end fear the more you give in to it. On this episode I discuss how to use this fact to your advantage. Questions or episode ideas? Feel free to reach out to me! ocdebunked@gmail.com | @ocdebunke...

Join me as I chat with IOCDF lead advocate and hero award winner Tom Smalley about his recovery and advocacy journey! While talking with Tom, it really resonated with me how much heart he has. Going through everything that has come his way and not only conquering his hardships but committing his life to helping others who are struggling is such a testament to the strength and passion he carries th...

What's the point of going through the pain of recovery if you don't have a why? Having a reason to get better is one of the key motivators to a successful recovery. It has helped me so much to cultivate and nurture that why and spend more time in the areas of my life that mean a lot to me apart from my OCD. Questions or episode ideas? Feel free to reach out! ocdebunked@gmail.com | @ocdebunked

Seeing the light at the end of the recovery tunnel is so fun and special in many different ways. A big part of the recovery adventure is re-learning who you really are outside of your OCD. A lot of times sufferers forget what they're really like apart from the disorder, and leaning into your values and exploring hobbies and interests is one of the most rewarding and exciting experiences! Questions...

Join me and my first ever guest on the podcast, Chris Trondsen, for a wild, information-packed episode! Chris, an OCD warrior turned therapist, advocate, and board member of the IOCDF (among other things), shares insights into his life as both a patient and provider. This episode is also super special for me because Chris just so happens to be my personal therapist and has helped save my life and...

Have you ever started slipping back in your recovery and realized an odd sense of comfort in your old struggles? Humans crave familiarity, even sometimes when that familiarity is damaging to them. Join me today as I chat about finding healthier comforts in your life for when you are struggling. Questions or episode ideas? Feel free to reach out! ocdebunked@gmail.com | @ocdebunked

Join me as I rant a bit (sorry) about the turn in society in which many young people think it’s “cool” and “fun” to pretend to struggle with mental or physical health. As more people cry wolf to gain attention, it hurts the recovery of those who are truly struggling. Please feel free to reach out to me with any future episode ideas or questions! ocdebunked@gmail.com | @ocdebunked

Welcome to another car chat! Today I discuss the difference between being proactive and reactive in your recovery, and how if you aren’t seeing progress, it might be time to make a mindset shift. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions or episode ideas - ocdebunked@gmail.com | @ocdebunked

Welcome to part 2 of this listener Q&A! Join me as I continue to dive into how to support a loved one who is struggling with OCD, and how to best navigate relationships when the sufferer refuses to seek out treatment.  For more resources, check out iocdf.org - they have great tips and will provide a list of OCD therapists in your area! Feel free to reach out to me with any questions or ep...

Have you ever been super pumped about your new years’ resolutions for the first day and a half only to burn out and get discouraged? Same with the rest of the world! Join me in this episode where I discuss a different approach to resolutions that might actually be a success!

Come along with me on this car chat as I discuss ways to get your life back after OCD recovery! Many of us struggle with thoughts of being behind in life and missing out on experiences while struggling with this disorder. Here are some tips I’ve learned along the way to help myself turn this struggle into a positive and enjoy the very full life still ahead of me!

Supporting a loved one who is struggling with OCD can be extremely difficult and frustrating at times. Unfortunately, many people are unknowingly fueling their loved one's OCD instead of helping, because they love them so much and hate to see them suffer. Here are a few tips I have learned along my journey to properly help your loved one who is suffering. A great resource to check out is iocdf.org...

Welcome to my second subtype deep-dive! Just-right OCD is something I have really struggled with in the past and still struggle with from time to time even now. Even though this is a super rough subtype, there are also some really great tips and tricks I have learned along the way to help me overcome this subtype and I’m super excited to share them with you! If you have any questions or podcast id...

Even when we want to have a great time around the holidays or special events, our brains sometimes don’t cooperate with us. Here’s my survive-the-holidays-and-maybe-even-enjoy-yourself-along-the-way car chat.

Over the past few years, I have noticed how essential a good routine is to OCD recovery. For those who struggle with mental health disorders, their brains are already using up so much energy to just make it through the day. Creating a structure that becomes second-nature helps alleviate so much stress of remembering to complete daily tasks! Feel free to reach out with questions, suggestions, and t...

Today I discuss the classic “Obsessive Christmas Disorder” sweaters and how society making light of OCD can actually impact treatment. Not only is it extremely hurtful, but it also results in less accessible treatment and longer periods of suffering before diagnosis.

In this episode, I discuss the difficult reality of slips, lapses, and relapses. The hard thing about OCD is that it is a continuous journey, one that needs constant attention and upkeep. Throughout your journey, it is very normal to slip back and struggle, so it is super important to have tools in your belt to know how to pick yourself back up again and continue on with your recovery!  If yo...

Join me on the first episode of my new mini-series, Subtype Deep-Dive! In this episode, I look deeper into the intricacies and struggles of Scrupulosity, while sharing some tips and tricks I've learned along my Scrupulosity recovery journey.  Feel free to reach out with any questions or future podcast ideas! @ocdebunked ocdebunked@gmail.com

Have you ever tried exercising to cure your mental struggles? According to some people, this is the magical be-all-end-all cure for any major mental disorder and the reason you're not getting better is that you're not doing it enough! Kick back with me while I explore this topic; if rolling my eyes counts as exercise, I think I've fulfilled my quota for the day... But in all seriousness - exercise...

Welcome back to the OCDebunked podcast!  This week I talk about the upcoming OCD conference up in Denver and get into some thoughts about normalizing conversations about mental health and asking for help.  Feel free to reach out with any podcast ideas or questions! @ocdebunked ocdebunked@gmail.com

Welcome back to the OCDebunked Podcast!  In this episode, join me as I take an OCD quiz online - and see how Playbuzz's version of OCD weighs up to the real disorder.  Please feel free to reach out to me with questions or episode ideas! ocdebunked@gmail.com