Episodes

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). Additionally, I read an exposure script! This episode is for mature audiences and listener discretion is ad...

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, but we are going to face them and they can be anxiety producing to where they take over our lives, ...

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 OCD appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

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) HOCD, Part Two The post HOCD or Sexual Orientation OCD appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

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 related obsessions and anxieties, so please send in your questions or suggestions about what you’d li...

In episode #10 I discuss a super cool, super nerdy issue with statistics! Turns out, our brain isn’t very good at weighing the pros and cons of a situation when making decisions. I talk about some studies they did on the subject, and discuss what we can do about it. I also answer a question from a mother who’s struggling with getting her adult son into treatment. As always, thanks for listening, and please keep submitting questions or suggestions for future episodes. The post Probability of Ri...

On this episode, I take a look at the Inhibitory Learning Model. It helps explain why Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) works, and principles that can make your exposures more effective! The post Inhibitory Learning Model appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

Today, I talk about rational vs irrational fears and why the distinction doesn’t really matter. I also answer some questions about the effectiveness of OCD treatment and what factors contribute to successful treatment. For more episodes of the FearCast, please click here. To read more about phobias, please read this article from the California OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center. The post Rational vs Irrational Phobias appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

In Episode #7, I discuss that little voice in your head that tries to challenge and negate everything in your life. I also answer a question about encouraging family and friends to get into treatment and supporting them effectively. The post The Underminer appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

Episode #6 tips its hat at OCD Awareness Week, October 7th-13th. I talk about the who, what, where, when, why, and how of sharing your OCD with friends and family. If you’re wondering about whether Harm OCD includes fear of someone harming you, then you’ll be interested in the question I answer. Please follow me on Instagram or Facebook at FearCastPodcast, or leave a review for me at iTunes. You can find a local OCD Awareness Week gathering by visiting the IOCDF OCD Week page. The post We Sho...

On Episode #5, I talk about the fear of getting fired. Additionally, I answer two questions. One question is about returning to your pre-OCD days. The other is about the spectrum of anxiety/ OCD, and in the process I talk a little about the pesky “I’m so OCD” nonsense. For more episodes of the FearCast, please visit the episodes page. To read more about phobias, please read this article with the California OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center. The post Getting Fired appeared first on FearCast Podca...

In Episode #4, I go over a personal emergency kit for dealing with stress, anxiety, and depression. I also answer a question about the fear of going crazy! The post Personal Emergency Kit appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

On Episode #3 of the podcast, I look at one way to identify and deal with unwanted and intrusive thoughts. I also answer questions about having hobbies related to one’s obsessions, and how to deal with death and other inevitabilities! The post Some Thoughts Are Gross appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

On Episode #2 of FearCast, thanks to a request from some listeners, I go over the basics of Existential OCD and offer an ERP exercise for those struggling with Existential anxieties. If you listen carefully, you’ll get all the answers to all the big picture questions you’ve always asked! Or you won’t. There are a lot of questions one could ask. Early feedback for this episode is that I’m too appreciative to all you listeners. So, thanks for your feedback! Also, sorry I’m not sorry. If you have...

The first episode! On this episode, I go over the goals of the podcast, why on earth I would ever do a podcast about anxiety and OCD, and offer a pretty morbid metaphor for Exposure and Response Prevention. Additionally, I answer questions about someone wanting to switch their obsessions to something else, and someone who is so wrapped up in their past that they don’t want to even leave the house. Steady as she goes. I’m getting my podcast legs on this one and settling into the format It’s no...