All The Hard Things

By Jenna OverbaughHealth & Fitness Mental Health

All The Hard Things episodes

June 15, 2023 #130 - The Difference Between Courage and Confidence: Applying it to OCD and Anxiety Recovery
In this episode, I talk about the difference between courage and confidence, as well as how to apply it to Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD and anxiety.

I discuss..
- basic definitions of courage and confidence and highlights of their distinctions
- Exposure and Response Prevention and how courage + confidence relate to facing fears
- how to balance courage and confidence in OCD and anxiety recovery
- overcoming challenges and building resilience
- and so much more
Head to my website at www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com to sign up for my free e-mail newsletter, grab your free "Imagine Your Recovered Life" PDF, and download your free “5 Must Know Strategies for Managing Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts” video + access expertly crafted masterclasses just for you. Course and more coming soon!

Remember: this podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before trying or implementing any information read here.
Jenna Overbaugh, LPC
17 min
June 08, 2023 #129 - The Power of Social Support in OCD and Anxiety Recovery
In this episode, I talk about the importance and benefits of social support in your OCD and anxiety recovery.

I discuss..
- the concept of social support and its significance in mental health recovery
- the different types of support and which ones are best (and not so great) for OCD and anxiety
- how to build and get the most out of a support network
- overcoming challenges and stigma associated with OCD and anxiety
- and so much more

Head to my website at www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com to sign up for my free e-mail newsletter, grab your free "Imagine Your Recovered Life" PDF, and download your free “5 Must Know Strategies for Managing Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts” video + access expertly crafted masterclasses just for you. Course and more coming soon!

Remember: this podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Jenna Overbaugh, LPC
21 min
June 01, 2023 #128 - OCD and Chronic Illness: The Ultimate Unknown
In this episode, I talk with OCD warrior and mental health advocate, Jessie Burnbaum, about her experience of living with OCD and a chronic illness. Jessie co-founded the IOCDF Chronic Illness/Disability Speciality Interest Group and helps lead virtual meet-ups for the IOCDF Young Adult Special Interest Group. We discuss..

- the parallels of having a chronic illness and OCD
- how OCD and anxiety can be particularly challenging when you have a chronic illness
- ways in which ERP can differ for chronically ill patients
- how Jessie's medical journey forced her to face some of her biggest exposures
- how having a chronic illness is the ultimate "unknown"/"uncertainty" and tips for coping

To learn more about Jessie and the Special Interest Group, follow her on Instagram @chronically.courageous or follow the link below:
https://iocdf.org/special-interest-groups/chronic-illness-disability/

Head to my website at www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com to sign up for my free e-mail newsletter, grab your free "Imagine Your Recovered Life" PDF, and download your free “5 Must Know Strategies for Managing Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts” video + access expertly crafted masterclasses just for you. Course and more coming soon!

Remember: this podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before trying or implementing any information read here.
Jenna Overbaugh, LPC
41 min
May 25, 2023#127 - Mentally Reviewing As A Compulsion in OCD and Anxiety
In this episode, I discuss one of the most common rituals and safety behaviors in OCD and anxiety: mental review. While we all engage in the process of mentally reviewing old conversations and past events from time to time, when you have OCD and anxiety, this process can feel uncontrollable and lead to significant impairment and distress.

I also talk about..
Examples of mental review and why giving into this behavior actually makes your OCD and anxiety worse over time

What to do instead of mentally reviewing and how to become more aware of it in the moment

Quick tips and strategies to feel overall more in control of your compulsions, even mental ones
Like this episode? Check out some of my similar content:
Podcast: What is "Pure O" and does it exist?
Podcast: How to Sit With Uncertainty for OCD?
Blog: 2 Sneaky Compulsions You are Probably Doing

Check out my website at www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com
Find me on Instagram and TikTok @jenna.overbaugh
Browse my masterclasses here.
Click here to sign up for my free email newsletter and download your instant recovery PDF (https://www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com/freebie)

Remember: this podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before trying or implementing any information read here. I am not acting as your therapist or mental health professional and this is not therapeutic advice. My goal is to provide you with options, resources, and information to make an informed decision regarding your mental health.
© 2023 Jenna Overbaugh, LLC
16 min
May 18, 2023#126 - Why OCD Gets Misdiagnosed
Research shows that, up to 80% of the time, professionals will misdiagnose OCD when it is not a clear-cut, conventional subtype or manifestation (e.g., fear of germs, needing to have things be perfect). The frequency with which OCD is misdiagnosed has devastating and significant impacts. In this episode, I talk about why OCD gets misdiagnosed so often and what we can possibly do to reduce this issue.
I also talk about..
How societal beliefs and interpretations of OCD have changed over time

Specific ways in which you can advocate to others regarding misdiagnosis and misinformation

Systemic issues that directly cause this problem in the first place

Like this podcast? Check out these similar episodes:
Postpartum Rage and How the Health System Fails Mothers
Why It's Hard to Open Up in Therapy
Check out this blog post:
What Is OCD?

Check out my website at www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com
Find me on Instagram and TikTok @jenna.overbaugh
Browse my masterclasses here
Click here to sign up for my free email newsletter and download your instant recovery PDF

Remember: this podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before trying or implementing any information read here. I am not acting as your therapist or mental health professional and this is not therapeutic advice. My goal is to provide you with options, resources, and information to make an informed decision regarding your mental health.

© 2023 Jenna Overbaugh, LLC
20 min
May 11, 2023#125 - What OCD and Anxiety Recovery Looks Like
In this episode, I talk about my opinions regarding what recovery looks like when you have OCD or anxiety. Specifically, I go over the chronic vs treatable debate, whether there is a "cure" for OCD/anxiety, and why, despite all of this, you can still live a beyond incredible life.
I also talk about...
What to expect out of your OCD and anxiety recovery journey, and where to stop wishful thinking

How to set reasonable goals for your recovery while still making your life as amazing as possible

How to leverage this new acceptance as a way to get the most out of your recovery process

Like this episode? Check out these similar podcasts:
What OCD Recovery Looks Like With Molly Albanese
Braving the Uncomfortable with Emily and Lindsay from Presently

Check out my recent blog post: How to Handle Uncertainty When You Have OCD

Check out my website at www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com
Find me on Instagram and TikTok @jenna.overbaugh
Browse my masterclasses here
Click here to sign up for my free email newsletter and download your instant recovery PDF

Remember: this podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before trying or implementing any information read here. I am not acting as your therapist or mental health professional and this is not therapeutic advice. My goal is to provide you with options, resources, and information to make an informed decision regarding your mental health.

© 2023 Jenna Overbaugh, LLC
23 min
May 04, 2023#124 - Coping With the Depression That Can Go Along With OCD
In this episode, I discuss depression as a common comorbidity of OCD. We chat about the realities of living with multiple mental health conditions and techniques for coping with both simultaneously.

I also talk about..
Symptoms of OCD versus depression

Behavioral action and why it's important when recovering from OCD and depression

Incorporating behavioral action work into ERP

Finding motivation to do ERP when experiencing symptoms of depression

Check out episode #107: Perfectionism and Depression with Dr. Margaret Rutherford
Sign up for my upcoming masterclass on approaching anxiety and OCD courageously with Drew Linsalata

Check out my website at www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com
Find me on Instagram and TikTok @jenna.overbaugh
Browse my masterclasses here
Sign up for my free email newsletter and download your instant recovery PDF

Remember: this podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before trying or implementing any information read here. I am not acting as your therapist or mental health professional and this is not therapeutic advice. My goal is to provide you with options, resources, and information to make an informed decision regarding your mental health.

© 2023 Jenna Overbaugh, LLC
24 min
April 27, 2023#123 - Values in OCD and Anxiety Recovery
In this episode, I discuss the importance of values in the manifestation and presentation of OCD and anxiety, including how OCD and anxiety can latch onto anything - typically what you value most.

I also talk about..
Ways in which your values can help guide recovery goals

How to identify your values in the first place

Ways to leverage values work in your OCD and anxiety recovery to create better exposures, identify critical response prevention strategies, and more

Check out episode #120: The One Question to Avoid Asking Yourself in OCD Recovery, And What to Ask Instead
Check out episode #115: Relationship OCD, Values, and The Doubt Disorder With Morgan
Check out this blog: Uncertainty: How to Handle When You Have OCD

Check out my website at www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com
Find me on Instagram and TikTok @jenna.overbaugh
Browse my masterclasses here
Sign up for my free email newsletter and download your instant recovery PDF

Remember: this podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before trying or implementing any information read here. I am not acting as your therapist or mental health professional and this is not therapeutic advice. My goal is to provide you with options, resources, and information to make an informed decision regarding your mental health.

© 2023 Jenna Overbaugh, LLC
20 min
April 20, 2023#122 - Relationship OCD: The Basics and How to Cope
In this episode, I share my thoughts and what you need to know about relationship OCD, or when a person struggles with obsessions and compulsions related to important relationships.

Specifically, I cover...
Common obsessions and compulsions associated with relationship OCD

Non-conventional ways that relationship OCD can manifest, including with friends, family members, and coworkers

What relationship OCD is actually about (hint: not what you think)

Other resources and practical tips to help you deal with relationship OCD

Check out my website, masterclasses, and free newsletter at Jenna Overbaugh, LLC.
Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @jenna.overbaugh

Remember, this podcast is for general educational and information purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Consuming the content here, verbally, written, or otherwise, is at your own discretion and risk. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before implementing any information read here. Jenna Overbaugh and Jenna Overbaugh, LLC are not responsible for your consumption of this information. © 2023 Jenna Overbaugh, LLC
20 min
April 13, 2023#121 - Sneaky Rituals in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
In this episode, I talk about how and why OCD can be so dang sneaky! I share my thoughts about the importance of identifying sneaky, subtle rituals you may be doing as well as what to do about them to make sure you’re getting the most out of your recovery.

Specifically, I cover...
Examples of common rituals you may be missing

The importance of challenging avoidance

Specific ways to challenge those rituals head on

Check out my website, masterclasses, and free newsletter at Jenna Overbaugh, LLC.
Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @jenna.overbaugh
Follow Kristina Orlova, The OCD Whisperer, on Instagram
The Sneaky Rituals Masterclass with Kristina Orlova: Sign up here

Remember, this podcast is for general educational and information purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as mental health or medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional advice of your own professional mental health or medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Consuming the content here, verbally, written, or otherwise, is at your own discretion and risk. Always check with your own physician or medical or mental health professional before implementing any information read here. Jenna Overbaugh and Jenna Overbaugh, LLC are not responsible for your consumption of this information. © 2023 Jenna Overbaugh, LLC
22 min

About All The Hard Things

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I'm Jenna Overbaugh, a licensed therapist who's been working with people who have OCD/anxiety since 2008. I am all about helping you get your life back so OCD and fear no longer keep you feeling so small. Follow along for tons of resources, guidance, and encouragement to do ALL THE HARD THINGS!