Christian Faith and OCD, Scrupulosity, Intrusive Thoughts, Compulsions, Peace
Christian Faith and OCD: Practical Strategies to Greater Peace
Do you constantly worry about "what-if" scenarios and obsess about things you can't control?
Are you frustrated with performing the same compulsions over and over and wish you could find freedom?
Do you struggle to find OCD resources that understand or align with your Christian faith?
You’re in the right place. This podcast will help you connect with God’s peace by learning practical skills leading you out of the OCD mental prison and walking in the freedom God has for you.
Hi! I’m Carrie Bock, Christ follower, wife, mom and Licensed Professional Counselor.
For years, I worried about the future as I struggled to trust God with what was next. I was constantly grasping for control over my life and internally feeling a sense of shame of not being good enough. I tried to pray, read my Bible, and work really hard to be the perfect Christian.
When my first husband asked for a divorce, I had no choice, but to acknowledge how much was out of my control and how much of Christianity wasn’t about following a formula, but following a living God.
As God brought other areas of uncertainty in my life (physical pain, pregnancy complications, and a husband with a rare neurological condition), he gave me the gift of learning to be present with Him. This allowed me to let go of past regret and future worries, so I could move forward into the abundant life Jesus promises.
I kept working with more and more Christians with OCD who were frustrated that they couldn't find Christian resources to help them. I developed customized tools to help them, and I'm so excited to share everything I've learned with you!
If you’re ready to get out of the endless prison of the obsessive compulsive loop without compromising your convictions, this podcast is for you!
So, walk away from the google search bar, take a deep breath, and let’s journey together towards greater peace.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 28 minutes
- Episodes
- 191
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
11. Vulnerability, Grace, and The Power of Church Community with Randy Draughon
What happens when pastors are isolated
How pain can be a good thing
Vulnerability as a gift we give each other
How to build a Christian Community
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Verses discussed: Ephesians 1, Tim 1:…
10. Carrie's Story of Anxiety in Dating with Now Husband Steve
Steve and I recorded this show about a month before our wedding. We talk about my anxiety during the dating process and his involvement in helping me work through it.
Anxiety about putting myself out…
9. Not Sure About Therapy? Try it on! with Erica Kessee, LPC-MHSP (temp)
Different therapist personalities and styles
Demystifying therapy
Finding the therapist who is the right fit
Different kinds of therapies that therapist utilize such as CBT, DBT, IFS, Psychodynamic or…
8. One Therapist's Story of Discovering Her Scrupulosity OCD with Rachel Hammons
What is Scrupulosity OCD?
How Rachel discovered she had been struggling with it
How to determine if this is a normal level of spiritual concern or could be OCD
Exposure and Response Prevention
Learning h…
7. How PCIT Can Help Your Anxious Child with Anika Mullen, LPC-MHSP
What is Parent Child Interaction Therapy?
How PCIT is helpful for children with behavioral problems
How receiving PCIT virtually through online counseling benefits families
Are the tantrums my young chi…
6. Does Music Really Help You Cope with Anxiety? A Music Therapist Explains How to Get Relief with Tim Ringgold
Spiritual pain
Neuroscience behind how music calms the nervous system
Practical ways to utilize music when stressed
Difference between listening to music passively and engaging with it
Links and Resource…
5. Can God Use Your Anxiety for Good? Rhett Smith, LMFT
Rhett’s story of transitioning from pastoring to therapy
How anxiety can be used for good
Rhett’s view on pastors going to therapy
How pastors and ministry leaders can support those in the congregation …
4. Wondering if You Have Anxiety or OCD? Why Getting a Diagnosis is so Important with Jessica Huddleston, LPC-MHSP
Personal story of how her daughter has been impacted by OCD
Importance of differentiating between anxiety and OCD
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Creating exposures for social anxiety
Power of a …
3. Is Anxiety Physical, Mental, or Both? Physical Health Conditions That Contribute to Anxiety with Melanie Lowe, NP
Various health conditions that can contribute to or increase anxiety
Why it’s important to have a Primary Care Physician
Taking medications for mental health as a Christian
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Corners…
2. Why Hasn’t God Answered My Prayers for Healing? Interview with Pastor Troy Powell
How Pastor Troy went from falling asleep to engaged during his time with God in the morning
Receiving the call to plant a church and the unexpected miracles along the way
How praying to God when you ar…
1. Carrie's Welcome to Hope for Anxiety and OCD
Learn the inspiration for Hope for Anxiety and OCD
My story of going from a religious person to a spiritual one
When life turns out not as you planned it, but somehow better
Links and Resources:
My couns…