

The OCD Stories
Stuart Ralph
Welcome to The OCD Stories, hosted by Stuart Ralph. The podcast has been heard over 7million times globally. Check out your first episode from our existing hundreds of episodes featuring experts, and people experiencing symptoms just like you today. If you do, you may just feel understood, heard and possibly help you identify your next step in your own personal journey to healing.
Disclaimer - this podcast is not a replacement for therapy. Please seek treatment from a licensed mental health professional.
Disclaimer - this podcast is not a replacement for therapy. Please seek treatment from a licensed mental health professional.
Episodes
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Dec 10, 2017 • 1h 18min
Dr Ashley Smith - CBT, OCD recovery and a blind quest (Ep101)
In episode 101 I interviewed Dr Ashley Smith about OCD recovery, treatment and CBT. We also chatted about personal development and overcoming the feeling of shame. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-ashley-smith-cbt-ocd-recovery-and-a-blind-quest 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

Nov 28, 2017 • 11min
Thank you (Ep100)
In episode 100 I took the opportunity to thank you all sincerely for your support over the last two years, and reflect on the growth of The OCD Stories. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/thank-you 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

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Nov 26, 2017 • 1h 11min
Dr Steven Phillipson - Recovery From Thinking The Unthinkable (Ep99)
In episode 99 I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson. Steven is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD. He co-founded the first CBT/Support group for OCD sufferers in the New York area in 1987. Steven is the Clinical Director at the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy.Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-steven-phillipson-recovery-from-thinking-the-unthinkable 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

Nov 19, 2017 • 40min
Emily Byrnes - A Strangely Wrapped Gift (Ep98)
In episode 98 I interviewed Emily Byrnes. Emily is a teacher and poet. Her new book “A strangely wrapped gift” is a collection of poems including some on OCD and mental health. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/emily-byrnes-a-strangely-wrapped-gift 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

Nov 5, 2017 • 1h 5min
Zoe Gillis - Disconnect to Reconnect (Ep96)
In episode 96 I interviewed Zoe Gillis. Zoe is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who runs nature and mindfulness wilderness retreats. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/zoe-gillis-disconnect-to-reconnect 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

Oct 22, 2017 • 1h 3min
Shannon Shy - Overcoming OCD (Ep94)
In episode 94 I interviewed Shannon Shy.Shannon is the president of the board of directors for the IOCDF and an OCD peer support specialist. We talk about Shannon's story and overcoming OCD. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/shannon-shy-overcoming-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

Oct 15, 2017 • 45min
Kimberley Quinlan - OCD and Eating Disorders (Ep93)
In episode 93 I interviewed Kimberley Quinlan. Kimberley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who treats people with OCD and eating disorders. We talk about dealing with OCD and an eating disorder. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/kimberley-quinlan-ocd-and-eating-disorders 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

Oct 8, 2017 • 59min
Kimberley Quinlan - Badass Radical Acceptance for OCD (Ep92)
In episode 92 I interviewed Kimberley Quinlan. Kimberley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who treats people with OCD and related disorders. We talk about the idea of radical acceptance. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/kimberley-quinlan-badass-radical-acceptance-for-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

Oct 1, 2017 • 32min
Aneela Kumar - Trichotillomania and the Keen Smart Bracelet (Ep91)
In episode 91 I interviewed Aneela Kumar. Aneela is the inspiration for HabitAware. The company behind “Keen” a smart bracelet that gently vibrates when you start to pick, pull or bite, to draw your attention to the unconscious habit. Aneela has had trichotillomania for 20+ years. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/aneela-kumar-trichotillomania-and-the-keen-smart-bracelet 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

Sep 24, 2017 • 57min
Jon Hershfield and Shala Nicely - Everyday mindfulness for OCD (Ep90)
In episode 90 I interviewed Jon Hershfield and Shala Nicely. Jon Hershfield and Shala Nicely talked about their new book “Everyday mindfulness for OCD: Tips, Tricks, and Skills for Living Joyfully”. Enjoy! Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/jon-hershfield-and-shala-nicely-everyday-mindfulness-for-ocd This week's episode is sponsored by the Anxiety and Stress Disorders Institute of Maryland. If you are in the Baltimore area and are looking for treatment head over to anxietyandstress.com. 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