The OCD Stories

Disclaimer - this episode is for exploratory purposes only, and not medical advice. Please seek the advice of a licensed medical professional when considering any medical treatment. In episode 89 I interviewed Dr Courtney Paré. Courtney is a naturopathic doctor who specialises in the treatment of mental health conditions, with a focus on anxiety and OCD. Courtney explains what homeopathy is, how it can work with SSRIs, the importance of therapy, being self-compassionate and mindful. Enjoy!  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-courtney-pare-homeopathy-and-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

In episode 88 I interviewed Jon Hershfield. Jon is a pyschotherapist based in Maryland who specialises in the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder. He is the author of three books “The mindfulness workbook for OCD” and “When a family member has OCD”. This episode is dedicated to supporting and helping family members of those with OCD. To one, support themselves, and two, support their loved ones with OCD more effectively.  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/jon-hershfield-when-a-family-member-has-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

In episode 87 I interviewed Ryan Dumont. Ryan is an OCD wellness advocate, CEO of Dumont Innovative Technologies, and the author of the forthcoming book, “The Missing Peace: A Patient’s Guide to Recovery”. Enjoy.   Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/ryan-dumont-the-missing-peace-a-patients-guide-to-recovery This week's episode is sponsored by CBT Solutions. They are based in Maryland. Find out more here -CBTBaltimore.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

In episode 86 I interviewed Sheva Rajaee. Sheva is a psychotherapist at the OCD Center of Los Angeles. We talk about how not to let information cause anxiety, living with uncertainty and many OCD related topics. Enjoy.   Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/sheva-rajaee-ocd-and-anxiety-in-the-age-of-information This week's episode is sponsored by The Gateway Institute. They have locations in Orange County, San Francisco and Phoenix. Find out more here - GatewayOCD.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

In episode 85 of the podcast I talk with Jeff Bell and Shala Nicely about their online course Thriving with OCD: four keys out when locked in doubt. Enjoy.   Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/the-beyond-the-doubt-course Get 25% off Jeff and Shala's course exclusive for The OCD Stories listeners: Find out more >> 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 84 of the podcast I interview Chrissie Hodges for the second time in two weeks, as a part two of our interview on Pure O and OCD recovery. Enjoy.   Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/chrissie-hodges-pure-o-part-2 The OCD Stories book: http://theocdstories.com/book 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 83 I chat with Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a mental health advocate, peer support coach and she raises awareness around Pure O. We cover Pure O and many other topics. Enjoy!  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/chrissie-hodges-pure-o-part-1 Ep83 is sponsored by theocdclinics.com (Locations: Dallas Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio/Austin metro areas)  The OCD Stories book: http://theocdstories.com/book 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 82 I interviewed Dr Ariz Rojas. Dr Rojas is a licensed psychologist in the Division of Tics, OCD, and Related Disorders in the Department of Psychiatry, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. We talk about childhood OCD, ERP for kids and other childhood related OCD topics.  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-ariz-rojas-treating-childhood-ocd The OCD Stories book: http://theocdstories.com/book 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 81 I did my first face to face interview. UNSTUCK is a documentary about childhood OCD, with the unique angle of the kids as the experts. Kelly Anderson and Chris Baier started this project two years ago to shed some much needed light on how OCD affects children, and how they can recover. In this episode I chat with Chris, and his two daughters Vanessa and Charlotte. Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/unstuck-a-family-that-fights-ocd-together-beats-ocd-together The OCD Stories book: http://theocdstories.com/book 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 80 I share my experience of the IOCDF conference in San Francisco. I talk about the two podcasts I recorded in person (a first for me), and some of the things I learned from the conference. I had a wonderful time, and met so many lovely people. The spirit of the conference was inspiring, and hopeful.  Show notes: http://theocdstories.com/podcast/my-experience-of-the-iocdf-conference-in-san-fran Get exclusive podcasts and content by becoming a member of the podcast find out more here >> The OCD Stories book: http://theocdstories.com/book To your success, Stuart and The OCD Stories team