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
31. Using the Gospel to Overcome Negative Self-talk with John Stange
I had the privilege of interviewing John Stange, a lead pastor, professor, coach, counselor, certified speaker and author. John has written several books and his recent one is called "Dwell On These …
30. Developing Self Awareness with Lola Sodunke
In this episode, Lola Sodunke of Joy In Purpose Podcast shares her wisdom and insights about self-awareness and how it can lead to a greater connection with God.
By listening to our conversation, you …
29. God, Feelings, and Theology with Aron Strong, LMFT
I had the privilege of interviewing Aron Strong, LMFT, a former pastor turned therapist. Aron talks about how having a healthy theology about God and HIS feelings, helps us understand ourselves as …
28. Play Therapy for School Aged Children with Anxiety with Brittany Dyer, LPC-MHSP
Today's special is my good friend, Brittany Dyer, a Licensed Professional Counselor. Brittany shares her knowledge and expertise in play therapy.
How does anxiety present in school-aged children?
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27. Sending Hope and Love to the Not Yet Mothers
This episode is for all the women out there who are hoping and praying for a child, for couples who are experiencing fertility issues and for those who are healing from heartbreak over childlessness.…
26. A Personal OCD Story of Experiencing God’s Presence and Grace with Peyton Garland
“OCD has been the gateway to God and grace for me.” Peyton Garland author of Not So By Myself shares her story of OCD and her journey of going to therapy.
After seeing a therapist, her mother and gra…
25. Making Church a Welcoming Place for People with Mental Health Struggles with Dr. Steve Grcevich of Key Ministry
I had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Steve Grcevich of Key Ministry. Dr. Steve is helping churches learn how to minister to people with disabilities including mental health.
He shares about what …
24. Reducing Anxiety with Secret Keeping Horses, Bailee Teter, LPC-MHSP (temp)
Bailee is a local therapist who talks with us about using Equine Assisted Therapy to help with anxiety. We joke about how horses are HIPAA compliant, and I share my story of overcoming my fear of hor…
23. Acupuncture and Anxiety With Encircle Acupuncture
Today, I had the privilege of having not one, but two guests on the show! Alexa Hulsey and Trey Brackman, both licensed acupuncturists came on to talk to us all about acupuncture and how it can be he…
22. Welcoming the Parts We Don’t Like (IFS) with Lindsey Castleman, LMFT
Lindsey Castleman, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist trained in IFS therapy holds the belief that we were all designed for relationship and connection with God, ourselves and others.
What is IF…
21. Is Healing from Childhood Wounds the Key to Unlocking Anxiety? With Laura Mullis, LCSW
On this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing one of my mentors, Laura Mullis, LCSW
Why Laura switched from weekly therapy to intensive sessions
Difference between trauma and attachment wounding
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20. Overcoming Sexual Anxiety and Dysfunction For Women with Kelly Ehlert, PT
Discussion with Kelly Ehlert, PT, DPT, OCD, COMT, CDNT.
Different messages about sex that can trip women up (moral, medical, media)
Common sexual issues in women
What is pelvic floor physical therapy …
19. Practical Tips for Socializing as an Introvert in an Extrovert World with Holley Gerth
I had the privilege of interviewing Holley Gerth, author of The Powerful Purpose of Introverts to discuss her own experience of burnout from trying to be an extrovert after becoming a published autho…
18. ERP is not the Only Option for OCD
Today I am flying solo to discuss my own experience of learning about Exposure and Response Prevention Prevention and why I ultimately went back to using EMDR to treat OCD.
The reason ERP is so widel…
17. The Power of EMDR Therapy for Anxiety with Sarah Slade, LPC-MHSP
On this episode, I was able to geek out with on of my favorite colleagues to talk about our favorite therapy: EMDR.
Our path to receiving EMDR training
What is EMDR?
Different types of trauma (little t…
16. Is Mindfulness for Christians? with Dr. Irene Kraegel
Mindfulness is a buzzword in conversations surrounding anxiety. Dr. Irene Kraegal, writer of The Mindful Christian defines mindfulness in an easy to understand way while explaining how mindfulness f…
15. Supporting Your Anxious Spouse with Summer McKinney, LMFT
I haven't done any marriage counseling since my internship in graduate school, so I asked my good friend Summer McKinney to be on the show to talk about how you can support your spouse who is struggl…
14. How to Find a Therapist Who is Right for You
On this solo episode, Carrie shares about how to find a therapist who is right for you.
Carrie shares her own experience searching for two different counselors and how she made the decisions she did …
13. Panic Attacks, OCD, and God: A Personal Story with Mitzi VanCleve
Author Mitzi VanCleve shares her own personal story of experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, and OCD and ultimately, how God has used these things for good in her own life.
Obsessions Mitzi experienced…
12. Ten Ways to Have a Calmer Mind and Body in 5 Minutes or Less
Are you looking for simple ways to relax and calm down? Often people use things like taking a bath to relax. That’s great, but you don’t always have that much time. Here are some go to strategies tha…