139. Is There a Test for OCD?
Carrie explores whether there’s a test for OCD and delves into the Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS) Version 2 in this insightful episode. Episode Highlights: How OCD assessments can help differentiate between OCD symptoms and other mental health or spiritual issues. What to expect from the Y-BOCS assessment The benefits of using assessments like the […]
138. The Connection Between Trauma and OCD
Carrie delves into the profound connection between trauma and OCD. Drawing from her experience as a licensed professional counselor, she discusses how childhood trauma and family-of-origin issues often overlap with OCD symptoms. Episode Highlights Episode Summary Welcome to episode 138 of Christian Faith and OCD. I’m Carrie Bock, your host, and today we’re delving into […]
137. This One Thing Will Make OCD Worse Every Time
In this episode, Carrie dives into a crucial yet often overlooked factor that can make OCD symptoms flare up. Discover how to recognize and address this challenge to better manage your OCD. Episode Highlights: Episode Summary: Today, we’re diving into a critical issue that exacerbates OCD every single time—stress. It’s something we need to recognize […]
subscribe to stay in the know
136: How Do I Pray about OCD Besides Take it Away?
Carrie explores four ways to pray about OCD that go beyond asking for removal. She shares how praying for key aspects of your journey can bring new strength and perspective to your path with OCD. Episode Highlights How prayerful guidance can help you navigate your personal OCD treatment journey. How asking for spiritual clarity can […]
135. Highly Sensitive? How This Affects OCD Treatment
Inspired by a suggestion from our listener Ashley, today Carrie is diving into how being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) affects OCD treatment. She explores why sensitivity matters and how it can shape your therapeutic journey. Episode Highlights: Episode Summary: In this listener-suggested episode, we explore the intersection of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) […]
134. Three Strategies to Help Stop Obsessive Praying Today
Carrie explores how OCD can interfere with your prayer life and offers effective strategies to manage it. She addresses the challenge of repetitive praying and offers practical advice for dealing with OCD’s demands. Learn how to stay connected with God and maintain a meaningful spiritual practice despite these challenges. Episode Highlights: Episode Summary: In this […]
133. Looking for an Alternative to ERP? Find out if ICBT is Right for You
Carrie discusses Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT) as a helpful option, explaining how it differs from ERP in addressing OCD symptoms and integrating faith perspectives. Join her as she explores ways to find peace and faith while managing OCD through these therapeutic approaches. Episode Highlights: Episode Summary: In this episode of Christian Faith and OCD, […]
Bonus Episode: The Rebrand Story of Christian Faith and OCD
Join Carrie as she introduces the rebranded podcast, “Christian Faith and OCD. She shares the journey from “Hope for Anxiety and OCD” to the new focus, discussing the reasons behind the change, listener feedback, and the impact the podcast has had over the past three and a half years. Episode Highlights: Episode Summary: Welcome to […]
131. Relationship Obsessions Combined with Scrupulosity: Pierre’s Story
In this episode, Carrie shares Pierre’s courageous journey with OCD, exploring how childhood fears and religious teachings shaped his mental health struggles and eventual path to healing through counseling and faith. Episode Highlights: Episode Summary: In this episode of Christian Faith and OCD, I’m honored to share the powerful testimony of Pierre, who has experienced […]