Kristina Orlova

The OCD Whisperer Podcast with Kristina Orlova

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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 differently. Hosted by Kristina Orlova, a licensed therapist with lived experience of OCD, the podcast brings together clinicians, creatives, athletes, and everyday people. Episodes are reflective, human...

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58. What you need to know about OCD anxiety cycle 21.03.2022 10:44

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. What you need to know about OCD anxiety cycle Host: Kristina Orlova, LMFT What is an OCD anxiety cycle What meaning are you assigning to your OCD anxiety experience? *** IG @ocdwhisperer Resources fo...

57. Are your kids asking the same questions over and over? 07.03.2022 9:30

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Are your kids asking same questions over and over? Host: Kristina Orlova, LMFT As a parent do you know what OCD is? Are you familiar with your child's triggers and behavioral responses? Start a reass...

56. Do your intrusive thoughts mean something? 21.02.2022 12:56

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Do your intrusive thoughts mean something? Your Host: Kristina Orlova, LMFT What are intrusions Context to why we all feel guilt and shame around negative intrusive thoughts (like sexually doing some...

55. Are you willing to feel Uncomfortable? 07.02.2022 12:07

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I answer a couple of common questions I get: How can I be ready for ERP? How do I work on compulsive rumination?? *** IG @ocdwhisperer Resources for OCD eBk: How to Stop Compulsive Rumination +...

54. OCD in my relationship 24.01.2022 11:10

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I interview Jasmeet Singh who is a molecular biologist and a headshot photographer and my partner. What is your OCD subtype? Why do triggers matter? What is 1 way you manage your stress and OCD...

53. Interview with Paul Mc Carroll on What if Recovery Becomes a Compulsion? 10.01.2022 16:41

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I interview Paul Mc Carroll from Belfast, Ireland who is an OCD and anxiety specialist, therapist, and mental health trainer. Here are some questions I asked: When recovery turns into a compuls...

52. Interview with Kelley Franke on How do OCD symptoms return? 27.12.2021 19:44

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I interview Kelley Franke, LMFT on Why do OCD symptoms return? How do OCD symptoms return? Why does someone have OCD? What is a message you want to leave our listeners with? Kelly's Instagram P...

51. Interview with Dr. Jonathan Grayson on OCD, recovery, and motivation 13.12.2021 32:04

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I talk with Dr. Jonathan Grayson is a licensed psychologist (PSY26643) and has been specializing in the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) for more than 40 years and is a national...

50. Interview with Dr. Roberto Olivardia on BDD and OCD 29.11.2021 21:32

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I talk with Dr. Roberto Olivardia about BDD and OCD. Here are the questions we cover: How can someone understand how these two mental health issues work hand in hand? How are BDD and body image...

49. Interview with Ethan Smith on Recovery from OCD 15.11.2021 19:24

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I talk with Ethan Smith. Here are the questions we cover: What is difficult about recovery? How can someone grasp the concept of exposing themselves to their fears with ERP? What is your messag...

48. Interview with Jason Adams about being a dad with OCD 01.11.2021 20:38

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I talk to Jason Adams about being a dad with OCD. Here are the questions we cover: Does OCD get in the way of parenting? How do you manage OCD around kids? How does your anxiety influence your ...

47. Overcoming Taboo Intrusive Thoughts Part 3 with Matt Codde 25.10.2021 27:20

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today we discuss what treatment can look like and that it IS possible to recover from OCD! Check out the episode and register for the LIVE workshop below! October 27th, 2021 at 12 PM PST! This is par...

46. Overcoming Taboo Intrusive Thoughts Part 2 with Matt Codde 23.10.2021 25:54

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today we want to introduce you to a concept that that OCD content is not the problem. Have a listen and register for the workshop using the link below. October 27th, 2021 at 12 PM PST! This is part 2...

45. Special Episode Series with Matt Codde on Overcoming Taboo Intrusive Thoughts 18.10.2021 40:49

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I talk to my friend and colleague Matt Codde about Overcoming Taboo Intrusive Thoughts and the workshop we will be running LIVE on October 27th, 2021 at 12 PM PST! This is part 1 of a 3 part se...

44. OCD is not a thinking problem 04.10.2021 13:28

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I talk to you about OCD and how re-frame it and realize it is not a thinking problem. If you can grasp this principle, you can literally start to make changes today. *** IG @ocdwhisperer Resour...

43. Interview with Dr. Courtney Paré on OCD and Decision Making 20.09.2021 24:44

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I interview Dr. Courtney Paré, ND on OCD and Decision Making How OCD impacts a persons ability to make a decision? What are some common fears that can come up for those with OCD and decisions? ...

42. Interview with India Haylor on Postpartum OCD 07.09.2021 14:54

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I interview India Haylor from OCD Excellence on Postpartum OCD 1. What are signs and symptoms 2. What do you say to the question of why me? How did I get this? 3. One message you want to leave ...

41. Interview with Lauren McMeikan Rosen on Bestiality/ Pets and OCD 23.08.2021 22:41

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I interview Lauren McMeikan Rosen LMFT from The Obsessive Mind What are some taboo OCD themes? Some common symptoms for this subtype Normalizing hard thoughts IG: @theobsessivemind https://www....

40. Interview with Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona on ACT and OCD 10.08.2021 28:06

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I interview Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona from ACT Beyond OCD What is a general principle behind ACT? How can ACT be used for OCD treatment? Values based ERP examples Twitter: @DrZ_behaviorist IG: Fo...

39. Interview with Natasha Daniels from AT Parenting Survival 26.07.2021 19:49

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I interview Natasha Daniels, LCSW from AT Parenting Survival What does AT Parenting stand for? How do you work with parents who are not on the same page? OCD behavior vs regular kid behavior **...

38. OCD and Trauma 13.07.2021 12:44

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I talk about OCD and Trauma. *** IG @ocdwhisperer Resources for OCD eBk: How to Stop Compulsive Rumination + 30 day journal Facebook Podcast Community _____ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educ...

37. Living w OCD- interview with Chrissie Hodges 28.06.2021 26:18

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Today I talk to Chrissie Hodges about what it is like to live with OCD and can a loved one support a person with OCD? You can find Chrissie at: http://www.chrissiehodges.com OCD Peers: https://ocdpee...

36. Is OCD Recovery Possible? 14.06.2021 16:25

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. Check out this episode about Is OCD Recovery Possible with yours truly. *** IG @ocdwhisperer Resources for OCD eBk: How to Stop Compulsive Rumination + 30 day journal Facebook Podcast Community _____...

35. OCD and Guilt with Chris Trondsen Part 2 31.05.2021 18:58

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. This week I interview Chris Trondsen on OCD and guilt, shame and other heavy emotions. You can find him at The Gateway Institute or at IOCDF. *** IG @ocdwhisperer Resources for OCD eBk: How to Stop C...

34. OCD and Anger an interview with Chris Trondsen 19.05.2021 20:35

Learn all things OCD with the OCD Whisperer Podcast. This week I interview Chris Trondsen on OCD and anger. You can find him at The Gateway Institute or at IOCDF. *** IG @ocdwhisperer Resources for OCD eBk: How to Stop Compulsive Rumination + 30 day jo...