FearCast Podcast

On today’s episode, I answer a question from someone wondering how they can come to terms and start accepting their OCD diagnosis. I think this question is particularly relevant to anyone receiving any mental health diagnosis, whether it be OCD, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Phobia, Depression, or anything else under the sun. I hope the answer I offer is helpful to at least one person struggling to be at peace with themself and are able to begin loving themself with and despite their diagnosis. I also answer a question from a newly minted therapist who suffers from OCD. They wonder whether they are cut out for this profession if their obsessions are triggered while working with people on their own issues. The post Coming to terms with your diagnosis, and should OCD stop me from being a therapist? appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

Orthorexia straddles the line between an eating disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. For today’s episode, I was joined by Chris Trondsen to discuss Orthorexia, his experience with it, and what treatment for Orthorexia entails. The post Orthorexia with Chris Trondsen, MFT appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

No, this has nothing to do with sports. This episode is a mix of four quick questions. Topics range from how one can identify whether a therapy tool is being used compulsively, whether dreams can confirm one’s sexual orientation, the fear of being sued, and the fear of looking at yourself in the mirror. It was really fun to answer a wide arrange of topics and I really appreciate the questioners! The post March Madness Question Jumble appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

For today’s episode, I discuss two listener questions on the ROCD spectrum. The first one (3:31) deals with someone obsessing about their partner’s physical condition, an actual physical/ medical condition, and what that would mean for their future, kids, etc. The second question (23:18) has to do with the attention the listener is giving her thoughts and doubts, and whether she should be letting that feeling show her she’s in the wrong relationship and whether she should break up. Also, I mention Sheva Rajaee’s book, Relationship OCD. If you want to know more about what ROCD is and how to treat it, look no further. The post ROCD about my partner’s real “condition,” and Do my anxieties mean I’m not in the right relationship? appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

Today’s question comes in audio form from Mike. He asks a simple question; what are you supposed to do in the latter half of treatment? I get this question a lot, and it’s not always a straight forward answer. So, I try my best to give Mike some ideas on what he can do to maintain his progress so he can go out and live his life! Here is the article I referenced by Jon Hiershfield: https://www.sheppardpratt.org/news-views/story/how-having-no-cure-for-ocd-is-the-cure/ The post What to do in the latter parts of therapy? appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

Today’s episode comes from an audio question. The questioner asks what she can do about obsessions that switch themes rapidly. Should she keep doing scripts? Keep doing what her therapist says? Follow the fluctuating obsession? I call this “Flavor of the Week OCD” and it is a phenomenon that happens from time to time and I offer some tips on what you can do to help. The post What To Do With “Flavor of the Week OCD?” appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

On today’s episode, I was joined by Dr. Claggett-Woods to talk about reassurances, support, feedback, and coping statements. She discusses the differences between these terms, how they are used and overused, and how they can undermine treatment when used incorrectly. Additionally, we talk about the compulsive effort of overdoing exposures and how this can lead to treatment stagnation and demoralization. The post Treatment Pet Peeves: Reassurance, Support, Feedback, and Overdoing Exposures with Dr. Claggett-Woods appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

Can my history of porn usage lead me down a slippery slope to pedophilia related porn use, and eventually reveal me to be a pedophile? (7:40) What happens if I “relieve myself” and the idea of a pedophilia related content pops up in my mind. Then what does that say about me? Also, what’s up with the show “Toddlers and Tiaras?” (26:33) How is that show on the air, and how does exposure to that show, no matter how helpful it is, make watching it OK? All these questions and more! The post Chronic porn use leading to POCD, and what’s up with ‘Toddlers & Tiaras’? appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

On today’s episode, I answer a question about how someone can tell the difference between suppressed attraction or whether the feelings they have are the result of HOCD? Along with this question, the listener wants to know how they can deal with (well, they actually want to suppress) the compulsions when they are around other people. It is a great question and I discuss the mindset someone should have in this situation, how to accept uncertainty, and do mindfulness and exposures with this obsession. The post How Can I Tell If It’s HOCD or Suppressed Attraction? appeared first on FearCast Podcast.

On this episode I answer a listener’s multifaceted question about OCD, Panic Disorder, and the fear of going insane. The listener expresses concern that they were misdiagnosed with Panic Disorder when they should have been diagnosed with OCD, and whether their anxiety is so overwhelming that they will lose touch with reality and be unable to deal with their obsessions. I talk discuss some issues involved in the diagnoses process between them, and some other aspects of the obsessions to consider. Most importantly, I discuss some treatment elements they may encounter in treatment, such as Cognitive Restructuring and various exposure ideas. The post Panic Disorder or OCD, or Will I Eventually Just Go Insane? appeared first on FearCast Podcast.