Christian Faith and OCD, Scrupulosity, Intrusive Thoughts, Compulsions, ICBT

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 therapy.

The benefits of starting therapy during the summer months.

Practical tips for evaluating your mental health and well-being.

The advantages of intensive therapy sessions for busy schedules or ongoing issues.

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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 cope and heal.

How Sarah identified early symptoms of OCD throughout her life, even as a child.

Sarah’s initial experiences with therapy and the challenges of finding appropriate treatment.The impact of postpartum OCD on daily life and motherhood.

Practical advice for family members on how to support someone dealing with OCD, including managing reassurance-seeking behaviors.

Practical advice for new mothers who may be experiencing similar challenges.

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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 tips for resisting the urge to Google.

The risks of excessive Googling, particularly for those with OCD and anxiety.

How seeking reassurance online can escalate anxiety and spiritual confusion.

The importance of accepting uncertainty as a part of finding peace.

Recognizing the urge to Google and making intentional choices to step back

Practical strategies for resisting the urge to Google and maintaining mental well-being.

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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 tips for resisting the urge to Google.


The risks of excessive Googling, particularly for those with OCD and anxiety.


How seeking reassurance online can escalate anxiety and spiritual confusion.


The importance of accepting uncertainty as a part of finding peace.


Recognizing the urge to Google and making intentional choices to step back


Practical strategies for resisting the urge to Google and maintaining mental well-being.

Explore the Empowered Mind: Christian ICBT for OCD: https://carriebock.com/training/ 

Carrie's services and courses: carriebock.com/services/
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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 prioritizing self-care, especially in managing mental health conditions like OCD.


Why we often neglect self-care as Christians.


Distinguishing between genuine self-care activities that rejuvenate you and "numbing out" behaviors


How self-care can actually enhance productivity


Carrie also shares a sneak peek into the podcast's upcoming rebranding, unveiling a fresh look and renewed clarity on the podcast's mission!

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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 finding peace amid the unknown.

-The importance of trusting in God's plan and finding peace amidst unknown circumstances.

-Insights into dealing with uncertainty from a faith-based perspective.

-Ways to find comfort and strength in your personal journey through uncertain times.

-Tips for maintaining confidence and hopefulness despite facing unknowns in life.

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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 thoughts, and how it inspired her to create Wondherful.

Real-life experiences shared by Heather Palacios, highlighting the impact of suicidal thoughts at different stages of life

Practical strategies for suicide prevention discussed in the episode

Insights into the importance of support and resources in saving lives

The role of faith, community, and self-care in maintaining mental wellness

How Wondherful's tailored life boxes cater to various struggles, including anxiety, trauma, loneliness, addiction, and grief

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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 and acceptance.

The signs of being overly responsible for others' behavior and emotions.

How trying to control others can lead to internal stress and anxiety.

Why taking responsibility for others' emotional experiences can be detrimental to your well-being.

Strategies for developing distress tolerance and finding peace amidst challenging relationships.

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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 from the client's perspective.

Insights into Crystal Propes' personal journey with OCD, including her experiences with various treatment approaches.

The principles and techniques of ICBT.

How ICBT differs from ERP therapy in addressing mental compulsions and providing functional certainty without distress.

Personal examples of applying ICBT techniques in real-life situations

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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 of OCD.

How to recognize common themes of OCD thoughts.

The urgency often associated with OCD obsessions and the behaviors they provoke.

The tendency of OCD to make insignificant issues feel overwhelmingly important.

The importance of mindfulness in discerning the true significance of intrusive thoughts.

Strategies for embracing uncertainty and resisting the urge to seek reassurance.

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