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
130. Need More Than Weekly Therapy? Is a Therapy Retreat Right for You? with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie shares the benefits and outcomes of therapeutic retreats, how they are structured, and how to determine if a therapeutic retreat is right for you,
The typical structure and pro…
129. Four Steps to Healing from Spiritual Abuse with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie explores the profound impact of spiritual abuse on mental and emotional health, outlining red flags and steps to healing.
What spiritual abuse is and how to recognize it.
Common…
128. How to Develop a 3 Song Playlist That Will Calm an Anxiety Attack
In this episode, Carrie revisits insights from a previous conversation with music therapist Tim Ringgold and shares practical tips for crafting a calming playlist to ease anxiety.
How to select songs …
127. Do I need therapy? How to Know and Why Summer is the Best Time! with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie explores the signs that indicate you might need therapy and why summer is the prime season to begin your mental health journey
How to recognize signs indicating you might need …
126. What if I Abuse My Child? Postpartum OCD Story with Sarah Brown
In this episode, Carrie interviews Sarah Brown about her experience with postpartum OCD. Sarah shares her struggles with intrusive thoughts and compulsions after childbirth and how she found ways to …
125. Help For When You Can't Stop Googling Everything! with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie talks about the downsides of Googling too much, especially for those with OCD and anxiety. She shares how seeking reassurance online can actually make things worse and offers …
124. What to do When Compulsions Become Habits and Routines
In this episode, Carrie talks about the downsides of Googling too much, especially for those with OCD and anxiety. She shares how seeking reassurance online can actually make things worse and offers …
123. Three Reasons You Don't Prioritize Self-Care with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie delves into the importance of self-care amidst life's challenges. She explores three common obstacles that often hinder us from prioritizing self-care.
The importance of priori…
122. How Do I Deal With Uncertainty? with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie delves into the challenges of facing uncertainty amidst significant life transitions. Drawing from her own experiences, she offers helpful tips for coping with uncertainty and…
121. Suicide Prevention: One Life Box at a Time with Heather Palacios of Wondherful
In this episode, Carrie interviews Heather Palacios, founder of Wondherful, Inc, about suicide prevention. Heather opens up about her lifelong battle with mental health issues, including suicidal tho…
120. Are You Overly Responsible for Others' Choices? 3 Ways to Know. with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie explores feeling overly responsible for others' feelings and actions. She explains how this can cause stress and shares some helpful ways to ease that burden for greater peace…
119. ICBT as an Alternative to ERP from the client's perspective with Crystal Propes
In this week's episode, Carrie interviews Crystal Propes about her journey with ERP therapy and her transition to Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT), highlighting its effectiveness f…
118: How Do I know if this Thought is an OCD Obsession? with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
Join Carrie as she helps you distinguish personal thoughts from OCD obsessions. She breaks down common OCD themes and the urgency they create and offers practical tips for navigating the complexities…
117. Demonic Oppression or OCD? A personal Story with Jessica Ray
Carrie interviews Jessica Ray about her experiences with OCD and faith. They discuss how OCD developed alongside Jessica's newfound faith after childhood trauma.
-The challenges of navigating OCD with…
116. Why Am I Depressed and Tired All the Time? Could it be Sleep Apnea? with Carrie Bock
Join Carrie today as she shares her personal journey with unexplained fatigue and depression, leading to a surprising discovery of obstructive sleep apnea.
-The surprising connection between unexplain…
115. Choosing Supplements for Anxiety with Dan Chapman of Redd Remedies
In this episode, Carrie explores the link between emotional health and gut health with Dan Chapman, founder of Red Remedies, emphasizing the role of high quality supplements in promoting overall well…
114. Vagal Nerve Stimulation for Anxiety with Dr. Nicholas Hool
In this episode, Carrie interviews Dr. Nicholas Hool about his personal struggle with anxiety and how it led to the development of VeRelief™.
How vagal nerve stimulation works and its effectiveness in…
113. From Suicidal to Thriving, a Personal Story with Sara Nicole Tynan
In this week’s episode, Carrie interviews Sara Tynan, author and wellness educator, about her journey from mental health struggles to wellness, and how her experiences inspired her to help others.
Sar…
112. Finding Motivation to Finish with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this week’s episode, Carrie shares a six-step guide for finding motivation and achieving your goals in 2024. From understanding your why to making small changes, tune in for practical tips to over…
111. Using Humor with ERP with Judy Lair, LPCC
This week, Carrie is joined by Judy Lair, a licensed professional clinical counselor specializing in OCD therapy, to explore how to use humor in ERP therapy and how laughter and creativity can be pow…