In this episode of Christian Faith and OCD, Carrie explores the tough question many wrestle with: “Is it my parents’ fault I have OCD?” She explores the impact of nature versus nurture in mental health, especially how family dynamics and upbringing shape our experiences with OCD.

Episode Highlights: 

How rigid and overly controlled upbringings can contribute to OCD tendencies.

Why the messages you heard (or didn’t hear) growing up still impact your inner dialogue

How perfectionism, fear of failure, and scrupulosity might be rooted in early experiences

Practical, faith-based steps to start healing from your past and walking in God’s grace

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In today’s episode, Carrie sits down with Christian entrepreneur Erick Vargas to discuss the growing issue of cell phone addiction and how we can set better boundaries with our technology. Erick shares his personal journey with phone addiction, the impact it had on his life, and how he created Sabbath Space—an app designed to help people disconnect and reclaim their time.

Episode Highlights:

The reality of tech addiction and its impact on our lives
The connection between tech addiction and mental health, including OCD
The importance of creating space for quiet, reflection, and spiritual growth
Why built-in screen time limits are not enough to curb addiction
How Sabbath Space provides a unique, physical tool to help limit phone use

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In this episode, Carrie wraps up the themes and treatment series with a discussion on Just Right OCD, a condition where individuals feel compelled to arrange or organize objects in specific ways to achieve a sense of "rightness.”


Episode Highlights:


What Just Right OCD is and how it impacts daily routines and relationships.


The difference between Just Right OCD and perfectionism.


How OCD compulsions, like arranging or checking, can feel overwhelming but serve as coping mechanisms.


The role of values in managing Just Right OCD, and how they can help guide healthier decisions.


How ICBT helps slow down automatic compulsions and increase awareness of OCD patterns.


The importance of exploring different therapeutic approaches to find what works best for your recovery.

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Join  Carrie as she continues the Themes and Treatment series, offering insight into the different treatment options available for OCD. 

In today’s episode, Carrie welcomes special guest Madasen McGrath-Wilson, an associate marriage and family therapist and associate professional clinical counselor in California, to discuss an intensive treatment option: Intensive Outpatient Therapy (IOP).


Highlights: 

How to recognize the signs of OCD and the challenges of receiving a proper diagnosis.

The role of Intensive Outpatient Therapy (IOP) in OCD treatment and how it differs from traditional therapy.

How faith and evidence-based treatment can work together in the healing process.

The benefits of a personalized, one-on-one approach to intensive OCD treatment.
Steps to take if you or a loved one are considering an intensive treatment program for OCD.

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In this episode, Carrie sits down with Brittany Braswell, a registered dietitian and host of Faith Filled Food Freedom podcast, to discuss a specific type of restricted eating that can be seen with OCD: Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). 

Episode Highlights:

-The connection between OCD and disordered eating behaviors.
-What ARFID is and how it differs from other eating disorders.
-How OCD behaviors can worsen disordered eating patterns
-How fear, sensory sensitivities, and past experiences can contribute to restricted eating.
-The impact of disordered eating on physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Practical strategies for overcoming food-related anxiety and finding food freedom.

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In this episode, Carrie talks about Relationship OCD and how it distorts normal relationship doubts into obsessive thoughts. She shares valuable insights and practical tools for overcoming ROCD while maintaining faith in God’s plan for your relationships.

Episode Highlights:

-How Relationship OCD (ROCD) impacts relationships and leads to constant doubt and reassurance-seeking behaviors.

-The connection between past experiences, childhood, and past relationships in fueling ROCD obsessions.

-How trauma-informed therapy and OCD-specific strategies can help address underlying issues in Relationship OCD for deeper healing.

-How ICBT (Inference Based  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) can be an effective approach to challenge and reframe the irrational thoughts that drive Relationship OCD.

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In this episode, Carrie explores the struggles of Harm OCD, including fears of harming others and self-harm, and how these intrusive thoughts are tied to OCD. She shares practical ways to separate thoughts from actions, showing you how to confront these fears and find a deeper sense of peace.

Episode Highlights:

-What Harm OCD is and how it manifests as thoughts about harming others, even loved ones.

-How these intrusive thoughts, while deeply unsettling, do not equate to a desire or intent to act on them.

-How shame and stigma can trap Christians, leaving them feeling isolated and fearful about their faith.

-The difference between Suicidal OCD and actual suicidal ideation, and why understanding this distinction is crucial for treatment.

-The importance of separating thoughts from actions and understanding that negative thoughts don’t define who you are as a Christian.

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In today’s episode, Carrie talks about some of the hardest OCD themes to discuss, like HOCD and POCD, and how they can bring shame and confusion. She shares insights on how OCD can distort your thoughts and how separating those thoughts from who you really are is key to healing.


Highlights:

-How OCD targets sensitive themes, like sexual thoughts, and creates shame and confusion.
-The difference between your true desires and the obsessive thoughts OCD throws at you.
-How your body can react in ways that confuse you, but it doesn't mean you want those things.
-How ICBT helps you break free from the OCD cycle and find peace.

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Welcome back to Christian Faith and OCD! 

This week, Carrie continues the Themes and Treatment series with a deep dive into scrupulosity. Joining her for this powerful conversation is Dr. Constance Salhany, clinical psychologist and founder of Cognitive Therapy of Staten Island, They explore how ICBT offers a powerful, self-theme-based approach to treating scrupulosity, helping individuals break free from cycles of fear and guilt.

Episode Highlights:

-What scrupulosity is and how it manifests in religious and moral concerns.
-The difference between scrupulosity, religious OCD, and spiritual OCD.
-How ICBT (Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) approaches scrupulosity.
-The role of self-themes in OCD and how they shape obsessional doubts.
-How understanding one's identity as a child of God helps in overcoming scrupulosity.
-Why trusting in a personal relationship with God is key to healing from scrupulosity.

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Welcome back to the Themes of OCD series! Today, Carrie is diving into health-related OCD, covering both physical and mental health obsessions. She explores how OCD latches onto body sensations and turns them into sources of anxiety.

Episode Highlights:

-How OCD amplifies normal body sensations into obsessive fears.
-The role of reassurance-seeking, especially through Google and online forums.
-Why searching for health-related information can fuel the OCD cycle.
-Practical strategies to break free from compulsions and find peace.
-The importance of mindfulness and reframing intrusive thoughts.

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Welcome to the Themes and Treatments for OCD series! 

In this segment, Carrie breaks down contamination OCD and shows why it's not simply about fearing germs. 

Learn how ICBT can offer you a way out of the compulsive behaviors and bring true relief from contamination obsessions.

Episode Highlights:

-The complexities of contamination OCD and how it goes beyond a simple fear of germs.
-How contamination OCD can manifest through fears about illness, bodily fluids, or even specific diseases.
-The importance of understanding your personal story behind OCD to help break the cycle.
-The power of ICBT (Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) in addressing compulsions and obsessional doubts.

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In this episode, Carrie welcomes Katie Wetsell, a parent coach and mother of four, to discuss how parents can support their children who are navigating the challenges of OCD.

Episode Highlights:

-What it’s like discovering your child has OCD and the challenges parents face in supporting them.

-The key principles of the SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) approach to supporting children with OCD.

-How parents can gain confidence and tools to support their children, even if they aren’t currently in therapy.

-The role of faith in providing strength and comfort for both parents and children navigating OCD.

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In this episode, Carrie dives deep into the overwhelming fear that often accompanies OCD, particularly when it feels like your thoughts might be wrong, sinful, or even harmful to others.

Episode Highlights:

-How to discern true desires vs. OCD-driven thoughts
-Why intrusive thoughts don't equate to sin
-How intrusive thoughts are not intentional and do not reflect your true desires or intentions.
-The difference between thought suppression and thought replacement, and why they do not effectively work for OCD.
-How the Holy Spirit can reveal your true desires and guide you in decision-making, especially in challenging times.

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In this episode, Carrie continues the New Year's series focused on New Year's desires and what we truly want for 2025. Joining her is Brittany Poppe, a Christian Abortion Recovery Leader and Pro-Life Speaker. They explore the power of accepting God's forgiveness, releasing past regrets, and finding healing from trauma.

-Understanding God's forgiveness and letting go of past mistakes
-Brittany's personal story of loss, trauma, and healing
-How secret struggles and unprocessed grief can impact mental health
-The importance of community and open conversations in the church
-Recognizing and addressing the emotional impact of abortion on both women and men

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If you're looking to make healthy changes in the new year, you're in the right place. 

In this episode, Carrie is diving into the topic of routines, but from a perspective that doesn’t involve getting obsessed or perfectionistic about them.

Episode Highlights:

How to create healthy routines that support your mental and emotional well-being without feeling overwhelmed.

Practical tips for reducing stress by establishing structure in your day-to-day life.

Ways to combat perfectionism and embrace progress over perfection in your routines.

Simple hacks to make routines easier to stick to, such as prepping ahead and using reminders.

The importance of flexibility and grace in your routines, allowing room for God’s plan.

How to align your routines with your God-given desires for a more fulfilling and peaceful life.

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In this episode, Carrie dives into the connection between sleep and mental health, sharing insights from her journey with sleep apnea and the transformative power of better sleep habits.

You'll also hear snippets from past episodes, including discussions with Martin Reed and Dr. Charles Page, who offer fresh perspectives on insomnia.

Episode Highlights:

-Practical tips for improving your sleep habits.
-Common symptoms of sleep apnea and how to address them.
-Why striving for "perfect sleep duration" might be harming you.
-The benefits of embracing natural sleep patterns.
-Insights from Martin Reed and Dr, Charles Page on managing insomnia effectively.

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Welcome to Christian Faith and OCD -  New Year’s Desires Series (because who needs resolutions when we can focus on renewal and intention?). 

For the first part of this series, Carrie sits down with Jennifer Tucker—author, artist, and illustrator—for a heartfelt conversation about finding peace and renewal through Scripture. They explore how we can draw closer to God, even when life feels overwhelming.


Episode Highlights:

Jennifer’s personal journey of learning to be present with God amidst chaos.

Shifting from informational to transformational Bible reading.

Finding peace through stillness, even during life’s most challenging seasons.

What is Lectio Divina, and how can it deepen your spiritual journey?

How to embody God’s Word throughout your day.

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In today’s episode, Carrie discusses the challenge of finding true relaxation when your mind is constantly racing. She offers insights on how our bodies hold onto stress and provides practical tips on how to begin retraining our brains and nervous system for relaxation.


Episode Highlights:

Why relaxation can feel impossible when you're constantly performing

The value of rest, as Jesus exemplified, and how to apply it in your own life

How to begin retraining your brain and body to embrace relaxation, even in small doses

Practical tips on mindfulness and distress tolerance to help you relax and be present

How to use spiritual practices and reflection to discover the root of your tension and find healing.

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In this episode, Carrie shares three powerful tips to help you slow down, manage anxiety, and truly savor the season.


Episode Highlights:

How to prioritize Jesus during the Christmas season

Why it’s important to be intentional about your time and avoid overscheduling during the holidays.

How to create meaningful Christmas traditions with your family, especially if you're in a season of grief or change.

The importance of self-care if you're experiencing depression or stress during the holidays.

How to handle family gatherings with grace and make decisions that work for you and your loved ones.

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In this episode, Carrie dives into why you might feel stuck in your OCD recovery and shares powerful strategies to help you break through those barriers and make real progress. 

Episode Highlights:

How past experiences and mental health challenges can affect your progress.

The role of hopelessness in hindering progress and how to overcome it.

How stress management plays a crucial role in OCD recovery.

Why trauma can be a major obstacle in your OCD journey.

The importance of having the right tools to manage obsessions and compulsions.

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In this episode, Carrie gives you an exclusive sneak peek into the upcoming Christians Learning ICBT live training launching in January. She takes you behind the scenes as she explores the process of writing alternative stories, sharing a personal experience that illustrates how she crafted an obsessional narrative and transformed it into a healthier perspective.

Episode Highlights:

How to rewrite your obsessional stories by crafting alternative narratives that empower you to see situations from a different perspective.

Practical tools to stay grounded in reality and navigate the uncertainty that OCD often magnifies.

Examples of stories including Carrie’s personal experience with a car accident and how she used alternative story to reshape OCD's narrative. 

A sneak peek into the ICBT (Integrative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) training modules, including a breakdown of how they can help you or someone you know struggling with OCD from a Christian perspective.

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In this episode, Carrie takes you behind the scenes of one of her ICBT training sessions, which she designed specifically for Christians dealing with OCD. She shares a snippet of Module Three, exploring how OCD weaves compelling narratives that can draw you in and offers guidance on rewriting those narratives to gain a deeper understanding of OCD's mechanisms.

Episode Highlights:

The power of stories: How OCD creates vivid, relatable narratives that captivate our attention.

The importance of self-awareness in recognizing and rewriting your obsessional story.

Common pitfalls of telling ourselves negative stories and the role of shame in our experiences with OCD.

Exploring the concept of obsessional doubt through relatable examples.

Writing alternative stories as a method for reframing experiences and perceptions.

And more about what's inside the Christians Learning ICBT live training, including practical tools and resources to deepen your understanding and application of these concepts.

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In this episode, Carrie delves into the reasons why talking about OCD can sometimes exacerbate the condition. She discusses how reassurance seeking, co-rumination, and the urge to "go deep" can create unhealthy cycles that hinder healing. 


Episode highlights:


The harmful cycle where temporary relief from anxiety can lead to increased obsessive thoughts and compulsions.

Why traditional talk therapies may be ineffective for OCD and can sometimes reinforce compulsive behaviors.

How to identify when OCD is influencing your thoughts and behaviors, enabling you to take proactive steps towards healing.

Discover practical strategies for staying grounded in the present moment, which is essential for overcoming OCD and resisting its narratives.

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In this episode, Carrie discusses the importance of making manageable changes in life, especially for those struggling with OCD and anxiety. Learn how starting small can lead to significant transformations as she shares personal stories and practical tips.


Episode Highlights:

The power of starting small and setting manageable goals for transformation.

How seeking God’s guidance can help clarify your path and provide direction in times of uncertainty.

How slowing down can help you recognize those OCD thoughts before they spiral out of control.

Practical tips for incorporating mindfulness and self-reflection into your routine.

Insights on how small changes can create a ripple effect in various areas of life.

Strategies for overcoming feelings of overwhelm and stagnation.

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