FearCast Podcast

On this episode, I talk about shame and guilt, and how they impact those suffering with OCD and anxiety related disorders. Additionally, I offer some tips on what to do with it and how to reduce the negative and unwanted nonsense that can come with experiencing shame and guilt. Thank you to all the people on Instagram who answered my FearCastPodcast question! If you like the show, remember to subs...

I’m back to discuss the differences between Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD). On top of this, I talk about the Kardashians, not because I want to, but because of their use of the name “OCD” in their show and on YouTube. Long story short, they’re doin’ it wrong, and I’m here to talk about it. Thank you all for listening and being a part of thi...

A question I get a lot is, “How do I accept my terrible thoughts? I dont want to accept them!” This episode is inspired by a listener’s question about this exact issue. I discuss what acceptance is and offer some practical ways we can practice acceptance with our thoughts and feelings (even the ones we don’t want). Please remember to subscribe to the FearCast and write a review! If you have questi...

This delightful episode discusses the obvious; winter is coming! No, this is not a Game of Thrones reference. It is, however a way we can ease off our responsibility to get certainty RIGHT NOW about whatever we are anxious about. I also answer a listener’s question about questioning whether they do or do not have OCD. It’s less diagnostic, and more about being gas-lit by family and friends who say...

On this wonderful episode, I’m sharing one of my FAVORITE analogies and tricks for OCD and anxiety treatment. No kidding. I thought I’d keep this one in my back pocket, but here we are. I talk about what it means to be anxious drunk, how it’s a problem, and what we do once we’re there. I also answer a listener’s question about God and how we can square the possibility that God has created a bunch...

Episode 30, yah, this one, deals with a listener’s struggle deciding whether it’s the right exposure to do what they’re afraid of, or whether it’s a better exposure to not do the thing. They’re stuck! Its a great question, and an obstacle that some come across while doing ERP. As always, thanks for listening. Please remember to subscribe to the podcast and give a like and review on your podcast li...

After a longer than intended break, the FearCast Podcast returns with a discussion of Bill Hader’s YouTube post about his anxiety, as well as my ramblings about Cognitive Distortions! Thanks to Craig for sending me a question about Cognitive Distortions. If you want a question answered on a future podcast, go to the Submit A Question link at www. FearCastPodcast.com. All past episodes can be found...

On this episode, I discuss Panic Disorder, as well as panic attacks, anxiety attacks, and what we can do to help. We all knew this episode was going to show up eventually, so here it is! This episode is the result of a listener question, so if you have a question for a future episode, this is proof that I get them and that I’ll answer it! If you have a second, go check out my new practice, the Cal...

On this episode, I answer two listeners questions! The first question is from a listener suffering with religious Scrupulosity and is struggling to figure out what to do with his lack of feeling. The second question is from a woman asking about what to do with her awareness of her thoughts. Scrup and Hyperawareness! So, get excited! It’s a two-fer! As always, Please remember to subscribe and like...

Relationship OCD, or ROCD, is you guessed it, an OCD sub-type focused on your relationship! Didn’t see it coming, did you? On this episode, I go over the basics of Relationship OCD and treatment, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Mindfulness. The whole episode is inspired by a listener who wanted to know more about ROCD and was having some issues with co...

Psychodynamic therapy and brain squirrels? This episode is a real mash up of odd brain stuff and nerdy therapy talk. First, I talk about a weird and unwanted trick my dog taught herself and how we can all learn a little something from my four-legged friend. Second, I answer a listener question! My listener asks about the differences between psychodynamic treatment and CBT for OCD. I’m certain this...

Summer is upon us (for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere)! In this episode, I go over my top 5 things you can do to make this summer the best summer with anxiety you’ve ever had! Spoiler, it has to do with challenging yourself and doing exposures. For my question this week, I answer a question from a listener who’s having trouble finding a qualified anxiety therapist through their insurance....

Father Thomas Santa of the Scrupulous Anonymous newsletter stops by for this installment in the Faith and Doubt series! He was kind enough to spend his time discussing issues of faith and doubt and Scrupulosity from a Catholic perspective. It was truly an eye opening interview for me. As always, thank you to everyone listening through the Faith and Doubt series. If you have questions you’d like ad...

Conspiracy theories are everywhere! We hear about them on the TV, from the news, from social media, and even our own brain! On this episode, we discuss our own conspiracy theories and what to do about them. I also had the pleasure of responding to several listener questions! Hold onto your hats because they were pretty diverse! We go from Pure-O to dating and intimacy to sensorimotor OCD! This epi...

The Faith and Doubt Series has begun! This episode features a guest interview with Mike Erre. Aside from being an all around good and boisterous guy, Mike is a pastor and hosts the VOX Podcast . He was so kind to join me to discuss issues surrounding anxiety and doubt common among people Protestant Christians and he shared some wonderful insights. In case you’re uncomfortable with the topic, this...

In this episode I discuss Religious Scrupulosity, which is a sub-type of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder concerning religious or moral issues. As always, I tried to shoehorn more information in it that I really need. Hopefully the episode didn’t go too far off the rails. I can’t believe it took me this long to get to talking about Scrupulosity, but here we are. I discuss what Religious Scrupulosity...

This episode features a listener question! That said, this episode is intended for adult listeners due to some adult content. We’ll discuss how to deal with two compulsions of HOCD; checking groinal sensations and watching pornography. For more information about HOCD, or Sexual Orientation OCD, please listen to the previous episode on HOCD . Thank you to everyone who has listened thus far. If you...

Are you way too focused on your breathing, blinking, or heartbeat? Are you constantly distracted by screeching tires or little particles in the air? If so, you may be suffering from Sensorimotor or Hyperawareness OCD. In this episode, I answer a listener question about being distracted by innocuous stuff inside and around him. I go over what Sensorimotor/ Hyperawareness OCD is, some of the common...

Anxiety, depression, bipolar, abuse, isn’t our identity. You are more than your mental illness, so why are your making it your central characteristic? Even if you aren’t fully identifying as your diagnosis, we sometimes let our mental health struggles dictate who we are and what we do. In this episode, we’ll spend some time discussing how we develop our identity, how you might be identifying as yo...

Have a question about anxiety and OCD treatment? If so, you’re in luck! I dedicate this entire episode to answering listener questions. How are anxiety and paranoia related? How does Exposure and Response Prevention look different for Pure-O? Can Obsessions flip flop? Can you ever get rid of OCD for good? Additionally, I surprised myself by briefly discussing phonophobia vs misophonia. This is the...

No children were harmed in the making of this episode Post Partum OCD, or PPOCD, is an OCD sub-type focused on harm coming to, or you harming, your child. In this episode, I talk about this rarely acknowledged form of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I discuss the definition of PPOCD, the differences between Post Partum OCD and Post Partum Psychosis, stigma, and treatment (most importantly). Additio...

Making decisions can be difficult. We face so many options and choices that we become overwhelmed. So often our choices are also not clear or we have to make some sacrifices. In Episode #14 of the FearCast, I go over some reasons why we get stuck in the decision making process. More importantly, I also discuss what we can do to help us finally make a choice. Making decisions aren’t easy sometimes,...

In Episode #13, I continue the journey through “taboo” OCD subtypes with Pedophile OCD, or POCD! We’ll discuss the definition of POCD, how it’s different from pedophilia, some ways it manifests, and I give some examples of ways we can work with it. Hold onto your groinal sensations, it’s a wild time! I make reference to Episode #11, so here’s a quick link: Finding A Therapist The post Pedophile OC...

in Episode 12, I go over HOCD. I discuss what it is and what we can do about it using CBT, ERP, and acceptance tools. As a bonus, I put together an imaginal exposure in the form of a guided imagery exercise. The Episode goes over some sensitive topics, so listener discretion is advised. Click here for more episodes of the FearCast. Click here to read more about HOCD HOCD (Sexual Orientation OCD) H...

In Episode 11, I’m talking about how to find a therapist! I go over some issues to consider and offer a few suggestions on what to ask and what to look for when you’re looking to start therapy. My listener question this week is about how to deal effectively with real life circumstances, and when you’ve gone too far! Announcement: I’m going to be doing a series in the new year on taboo/ sexually re...