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

In this episode, we compile and share stories of hope from previous guests of the podcast. These stories offer inspiration and encouragement, even if they don't directly relate to anxiety or OCD.

(Episode 7) Anika Mullen - Overcoming a rare condition during pregnancy. Anika finds hope in her family's resilience.

(Episode 28): Brittany Dyer - Inspired by her school counselor after losing her parents, Brittany becomes a counselor herself, offering hope to others.

(Episode 21): Laura Mullis - Through prayer, Laura discovers the importance of self-healing in helping others on their journey to recovery.

(Episode 57): Aaron Huey - Aaron's encounter with Christ and the love from strangers transform his life and inspire his commitment to addiction recovery.

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In this episode, Carrie is joined by John Seidl, author of "Finding Rest" and president of Veritas Creative. They explore the theology of suffering and delve into Jon's personal journey with anxiety and OCD, emphasizing the need for a proper understanding of suffering.

How suffering can serve a purpose in our lives,

The importance of empathy, understanding, and a proper theology of suffering in supporting individuals with anxiety and OCD.

The significance of finding rest amidst life's challenges.

Valuable insights into the intersection of faith and mental health.

More about John Seidl's book, "Finding Rest,"

https://www.jonseidl.com/

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We are privileged to have Pastor Mark Smith from Refuge Church Nashville on the show today to discuss the topic of healthier theology surrounding healing.

-Why God doesn't heal everyone who prays for healing?

-The struggle between relying on God's control and the reality of coping with pain and suffering in this world.

-Pastor Mark’s personal experiences about how he has learned to depend on God through difficult times.

-How can personal struggles and suffering lead to a deeper understanding of God's character?

-How Christianity is unique in its approach to suffering and death.

Links and Resources:

https://www.facebook.com/RefugeChurchNashville

https://hopeforanxietyandocd.com/unanswered-prayers-for-healing-with-pastor-troy-powell/

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In today’s episode, Carrie shares some of the lessons she has learned about God from being a mother and some important podcast updates.

The recent loss of both of Carrie’s parents and the impact it has had on her life and the podcast.

How being a mother has helped her to understand God's love and care for his children.

The joys and challenges of motherhood, and how it reflects God's love for us

Personal motherhood stories of Carrie’s best friends, Christen and Michelle.  (excerpts from Sending Hope and Love to the Not Yet Mothers) 

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Join Carrie as she dives into an interesting conversation with Ann Taylor McNiece, LMFT on Incognito Christian Counselors and the integration of faith into mental health counseling

Why some counselors are hesitant to publicly identify as Christians

How Christian counselors can provide evidence-based therapy while integrating faith and scripture

Challenges of finding specialized treatment for conditions like OCD and navigating treatment outside of one's faith

The importance of asking questions and advocating for oneself in therapy

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On today’s episode, I have an interesting conversation with my favorite guest, my husband Steve Bock about toxic church culture

Warning signs your church is becoming toxic
The danger of putting church leaders on pedestals
The importance of knowing the difference between your calling and your desire
What happens if you lead your church as a micromanager

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On today’s episode, Amber Williams Van Zuyen, author of Pregnant and Drowning tells about her struggle with harm OCD during her pregnancy.

-How and when did her OCD symptoms start
-What happened the first time she sought help for her OCD
-How her OCD symptoms intensified during her pregnancy and after giving birth
-What helped her during her process of overcoming her OCD
-How God helped her get through her struggles
-Amber’s book, Drowning and Pregnant 

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On today’s episode, I’m joined by Erika McCoy, an IOCDF grassroots advocate to talk about her experience with Church, Faith and OCD.

How did her OCD develop and why it took a long time for her to get diagnosed

Traumatic experiences that triggered her OCD and how she coped with them

Dealing with her pastors’ and friends’ reactions to her OCD

What OCD taught her about life and her faith.

Her advocacy work at International OCD Foundation

Related links and Resources:

https://www.instagram.com/scrupulocd_kc/

https://iocdf.org/

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Today on the show, therapist and author K.J. Ramsey talks to us about her healing journey from spiritual abuse and chronic pain.

How K.J. realized that she was in a spiritually abusive situation

Wrestling with questions about why God allowed her suffering

The importance of emotional safety in a church or community

Her process of leaving a spiritually toxic environment 

How embodiment practice helps in her healing

K.J.’s books, “The Lord is My Courage” and “The Book of Common Courage”

Related links and Resources:

https://www.kjramsey.com/

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On today’s episode, I am joined by Samara Lane, a relationship and ROCD coach.

Samara shares her healing journey through relationship OCD. We also talk about how to overcome anxiety and OCD in relationships.

How does OCD manifest in relationships?

How to distinguish OCD from real feelings?

What can cause OCD to develop in relationships?

Some helpful ways to help you cope with anxiety and OCD in your relationship. 

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