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Episode 182: Chris J.K. Leins | Overcoming OCD
In this interview, Chris Leins shares his journey into OCD and anxiety treatment, effective therapy modalities like ERP, and practical strategies for managing intrusive thoughts. Perfect for anyone seeking understanding and hope in their mental health journey.
Chris J.K. Leins, MA, LPCC-S, is a leading clinician in OCD and anxiety disorders, known for helping hundreds of individuals reclaim their lives since 2015. Trained directly in the tradition of Dr. Edna Foa, the founder of modern Exposure Therapy, Chris brings clinical rigor and real-world experience to every project he supports.
Chris also lives with OCD himself, bringing both professional expertise and lived understanding to his patients. A published author and respected voice in the field, Chris has presented his work at both the International OCD Foundation and the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies conferences.
OCD Straight Talk Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ocd-straight-talk/id1503360581
Kentucky OCD Treatment Center - https://kentuckyocd.com
Oscar, the AI OCD Coach - https://ocdspace.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to OCD and Anxiety Disorders
02:26 Chris Leins' Journey into Counseling
05:20 Understanding OCD and Personal Experiences
08:13 Effective Treatment Modalities for OCD
11:00 The Role of Exposure Therapy
13:42 Compulsions and Their Management
16:24 Tolerating Distress and Managing Intrusive Thoughts
17:01 Understanding Tolerance in Anxiety Management
19:55 Empowerment Through Acknowledgment and Choice
22:51 The Hard Work of Therapy: Resistance and Commitment
26:37 Behavior Change as the Key to Overcoming OCD
30:38 Transitioning from Validation to Action in Therapy
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In this interview, Chris Leins shares his journey into OCD and anxiety treatment, effective therapy modalities like ERP, and practical strategies for managing intrusive thoughts. Perfect for anyone seeking understanding and hope in their mental health journey.
Chris J.K. Leins, MA, LPCC-S, is a leading clinician in OCD and anxiety disorders, known for helping hundreds of individuals reclaim their lives since 2015. Trained directly in the tradition of Dr. Edna Foa, the founder of modern Exposure Therapy, Chris brings clinical rigor and real-world experience to every project he supports.
Chris also lives with OCD himself, bringing both professional expertise and lived understanding to his patients. A published author and respected voice in the field, Chris has presented his work at both the International OCD Foundation and the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies conferences.
OCD Straight Talk Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ocd-straight-talk/id1503360581
Kentucky OCD Treatment Center - https://kentuckyocd.com
Oscar, the AI OCD Coach - https://ocdspace.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to OCD and Anxiety Disorders
02:26 Chris Leins' Journey into Counseling
05:20 Understanding OCD and Personal Experiences
08:13 Effective Treatment Modalities for OCD
11:00 The Role of Exposure Therapy
13:42 Compulsions and Their Management
16:24 Tolerating Distress and Managing Intrusive Thoughts
17:01 Understanding Tolerance in Anxiety Management
19:55 Empowerment Through Acknowledgment and Choice
22:51 The Hard Work of Therapy: Resistance and Commitment
26:37 Behavior Change as the Key to Overcoming OCD
30:38 Transitioning from Validation to Action in Therapy