The OCD Stories

In episode 111 I interviewed Dr Edna Foa. Edna is a Professor of Clinical Psychology in Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania and Director of the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety. She has devoted her academic career to study the psychopathology and treatment of anxiety disorders, primarily obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and social phobia. In 2010 TIME magazine named Edna one of their 100 most influential people in the world. In 2011 she was awarded the Outstanding Career Achievement Award by the IOCDF. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-edna-foa-the-treatment-research-and-history-of-ocd-recovery Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> All the best, Stu 

In episode 110 I was interviewed by a good friend and fellow podcaster Lawrence Neal. Lawrence asked me questions about running The OCD Stories, what I learned from my guests, what it's like training in therapy, my hopes for the show, The OCD Camp and the biggest opportunity for OCD therapists. Enjoy!  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/stuart-ralph-behind-the-scenes-of-the-ocd-stories Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> All the best, Stu 

In episode 109 I interviewed Dr Jonathan Abramowitz. Jonathan is a clinical psychologist with a private practice in Chapel Hill, NC specializing in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). He is also Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina. Jonathan has written two self-help books and published over 250 scientific articles, books, and book chapters. Enjoy!  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-jonathan-abramowitz-getting-over-ocd Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> All the best, Stu 

In episode 108 I interviewed Chrissie Hodges. In this interview Chrissie answered some listener questions about OCD recovery. We also chat about her OCD Gamechangers event in March. Enjoy!  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/chrissie-hodges-ocd-gamechangers-ep108 Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> All the best, Stu 

In episode 107 I interviewed Dr Kevin Chapman. Kevin is a Licensed Psychologist in Kentucky. He specialises in the treatment of anxiety disorders using CBT, and ERP for OCD. Kevin is on the board of the nOCD app and is the sports psychologist for Louisville City Football Club. Enjoy!  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-kevin-chapman-having-grit-in-ocd-recovery Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> All the best, Stu 

In episode 106 I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson for the second time. In this episode with Steven we discuss how ERP works, developing a champion mindset in recovery, the power of choice, living by your values, Viktor Frankl, the phrase “If I’m not choosing it, let it be!”, and staying centred in emotional turmoil. Enjoy!  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-steven-phillipson-how-erp-works-and-the-power-of-choice Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> All the best, Stu 

In episode 105 I interviewed Peter Weiss. Pete is an OCD therapist based in Seattle. He has been co-running camps for kids and adults with OCD for 10 years. He was one of the therapists in the 2013 documentary Extreme OCD Camp. Pete is helping me set up a camp for adults with OCD in the UK. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/peter-weiss-camping-nature-and-ocd Camp - TheOCDCamp.com Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> All the best, Stu 

In episode 104 I interviewed Dr Elizabeth McIngvale. Liz is the founder of the not for profit Peace of Mind foundation which is dedicated to serving the OCD community. She has a Phd in social work and is assistant professor at Baylor university. At the age of 17 she became the national spokesperson for the international OCD foundation. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-elizabeth-mcingvale-peace-of-mind Camp - TheOCDCamp.com Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> All the best, Stu 

In episode 103 I wanted to take the time to share with you my plans for 2018. I find that you guys help me shape the show, so I want to be more transparent with you. In this episode I talk about the new site (not built yet), why I decided to shut down my personal YouTube channel, my aims to do more face to face meet ups with listeners around the world, The OCD Camp, guests and doing more with Patreon. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/2018 Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> To your success, Stuart and The OCD Stories team

In episode 101 I interviewed Elke. Elke is a scientist for a biotech company and we know each other from Patreon where I have had the privilege of getting to know her and her story over the last year. On the podcast she shares her OCD story, and how she made progress in her recovery. Enjoy!  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/elke-recovering-from-contamination-ocd Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> To your success, Stuart and The OCD Stories team