The OCD Stories
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.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 51 minutes
- Episodes
- 512
- Years Active
- 2015 - 2025
Chrissie Hodges - OCD Gamechangers (Ep108)
In episode 108 I interviewed Chrissie Hodges. In this interview Chrissie answered some listener questions about OCD recovery. We also chat about her OCD Gamechangers event in March. Enjoy!
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Dr Kevin Chapman - Having GRIT in OCD recovery (Ep107)
In episode 107 I interviewed Dr Kevin Chapman. Kevin is a Licensed Psychologist in Kentucky. He specialises in the treatment of anxiety disorders using CBT, and ERP for OCD. Kevin is on the board of …
Dr Steven Phillipson - How ERP works, and the power of choice (Ep106)
In episode 106 I interviewed Dr Steven Phillipson for the second time. In this episode with Steven we discuss how ERP works, developing a champion mindset in recovery, the power of choice, living by …
Peter Weiss - Camping, Nature and OCD (Ep105)
In episode 105 I interviewed Peter Weiss. Pete is an OCD therapist based in Seattle. He has been co-running camps for kids and adults with OCD for 10 years. He was one of the therapists in the 2013 d…
Dr Elizabeth McIngvale - Peace of Mind (Ep104)
In episode 104 I interviewed Dr Elizabeth McIngvale. Liz is the founder of the not for profit Peace of Mind foundation which is dedicated to serving the OCD community. She has a Phd in social work an…
The OCD Stories in 2018 (Ep103)
In episode 103 I wanted to take the time to share with you my plans for 2018. I find that you guys help me shape the show, so I want to be more transparent with you. In this episode I talk about the …
Elke - Recovering from (Contamination) OCD (Ep102)
In episode 101 I interviewed Elke. Elke is a scientist for a biotech company and we know each other from Patreon where I have had the privilege of getting to know her and her story over the last year…
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!
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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!
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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…
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!
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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-gi…
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!
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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 diso…
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. En…
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 …
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”. …
Dr Courtney Paré - Homeopathy and OCD (Ep89)
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 i…
Jon Hershfield - When a family member has OCD (Ep88)
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 mindfuln…
Ryan Dumont - The Missing Peace: A Patient’s Guide to Recovery (Ep87)
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 Reco…