You're Not Alone | OCD Help

The You’re Not Alone Podcast is dedicated to helping people with OCD overcome it and reclaim their lives. I’m your host Zach Westerbeck. After being diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in 2016 and struggling with severe anxiety, deep depression and thoughts of suicide, I recovered to a place where I wanted to help others. Now, my life’s mission is to help you improve your mental wellness and decrease symptoms of OCD like intrusive thoughts, compulsions, anxiety, and depression by interviewing the most passionate experts in the field of OCD and mental health. By doing so, we will uncover strategies, tactics, and actionable steps specifically tailored to managing OCD symptoms and reclaiming a life of passion, fulfillment, and happiness. If you enjoy our show please leave a 5 star review. This helps fellow OCDer's more easily find the show.

#115: Chrissy Cammarata, PhD — The Overlap of Eating Disorders and OCD 11/27/2024

#114: Nina Rifkind, LCSW — Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia, & OCD 11/13/2024

#113: Becky Verbansky, LMFT — Grief in the OCD Journey 10/30/2024

#112: Bethany Warren, LCSW, PMH-C — Perinatal OCD & Reproductive Mental Health Issues 10/28/2024

#111: Paul Peterson, LCSW — Understanding OCD Treatment 10/16/2024

#111: Paul Peterson, LCSW — Understanding OCD Treatment Paul Peterson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the CEO of the OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center. His practice involves mainly working with Anxiety, OCD, Hoarding, and Trichotillomania. He also works with patients suffering from comorbid issues. His practice evolved from his early years of marriage, where he realized his wife and son were living with OCD. After using the by-the-book methods to treat his son, he realized treatment could be better. Today, he has cultivated methods of treating OCD by learning from different experts in the field and applying what he sees fitting best with each individual patient. In this episode we talk about: ◾️Peter’s personal history in treating OCD ◾️ A deeper dive into OCD treatments ◾️ Finding the right method for your OCD Find Paul here: theocdandanxietytreatmentcenter.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com/ocd-coaching @zach_westerbeck Discover the transformative power of my Concierge OCD Coaching program, where personalized support meets proven strategies to help you overcome intrusive thoughts and reclaim your life. Experience up to two one-on-one coaching sessions each week, tailored resources designed specifically for your journey, and a customized roadmap that guides you every step of the way. Plus, enjoy text support between sessions to keep you on track and motivated. This isn’t just coaching; it’s a life-changing opportunity to unlock your potential and embrace a calmer, happier existence. Don’t wait—take the first step toward your transformation and apply now: Disclaimer: Nothing here is medical advice. Please do your own research. The information above is just for informational and educational purposes. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider for any medical care or medical advice. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/33483272

#110: Zach Westerbeck - Brain Health Centric Lifestyle 09/18/2024

#110: Zach Westerbeck - Brain Health Centric Lifestyle In this episode, I explain the Brain Health Centric Lifestyle to help you craft a plan in approaching OCD. The Brain Health Centric Lifestyle plan involves identifying the following: List of Compulsions ERP Plan Understanding Core Fear Brain Health Centric Lifestyle Medication Plan Holistic Healing In this episode I talk about: ◾️ The science behind OCD and how crafting this plan can aid in recovery ◾️ Tips and tricks in achieving this plan ◾️ Different changes that can be applied in daily life to achieve this plan Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck Join my free webinar, "Break Free from OCD," where I'll guide you through effective strategies to overcome intrusive thoughts and compulsions. Don’t miss this opportunity to start your journey toward a calmer, happier life—register now using this link: join.zachwesterbeck.com/break-free-from-ocd-webinar. Disclaimer: nothing here is medical advice. Please do your own research. The information above is just for information and learning. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/33069127

#109: Zach Westerbeck - The 4 Core Responses 09/11/2024

#109: Zach Westerbeck - The 4 Core Responses In this episode, I talk about the 4 Core Responses, which can be used at step 2 of the OCD Cycle discussed in the previous episode. The 4 Core Responses are: - Acceptance - Uncertainty - Indifference - Agreement In this episode I talk about: ◾️ How the 4 Core Responses are deployed in the OCD cycle ◾️ A bonus 5th Response and what it means ◾️ How these responses change the meaning of a compulsion Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck Join my free webinar, "Break Free from OCD," where I'll guide you through effective strategies to overcome intrusive thoughts and compulsions. Don’t miss this opportunity to start your journey toward a calmer, happier life—register now using this link: join.zachwesterbeck.com/break-free-from-ocd-webinar. Disclaimer: nothing here is medical advice. Please do your own research. The information above is just for information and learning. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/32992467

#108: Zach Westerbeck - The OCD Cycle 09/04/2024

#108: Zach Westerbeck - The OCD Cycle As part of my on-going solo series where I share my personal journey with OCD, I discuss the cyclical nature of OCD, which generally follows: Intrusive Thoughts > Attaching Meaning > Anxiety > Desire to Remove > Compulsion > Confirmation of Threat > Intrusive Thoughts In this episode I talk about: ◾️ Each stage of the OCD cycle ◾️ Ways to react in each stage ◾️ Learning to live within this cycle Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck Join my free webinar, "Break Free from OCD," where I'll guide you through effective strategies to overcome intrusive thoughts and compulsions. Don’t miss this opportunity to start your journey toward a calmer, happier life—register now using this link: join.zachwesterbeck.com/break-free-from-ocd-webinar. Disclaimer: nothing here is medical advice. Please do your own research. The information above is just for information and learning. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/32873857

#107: Zach Westerbeck - Our Main Goal in OCD Recovery 08/28/2024

#107: Zach Westerbeck - Our Main Goal in OCD Recovery In this episode, I talk about the foundational goal in OCD recovery and how it affects my approach to daily life. Our goal shouldn't be to stop intrusive thoughts or feelings from ever happening again, but instead to teach our brains that it's okay if they do. In this episode I talk about: ◾️ Dealing with intrusive thoughts ◾️ The proper mindset to recovery ◾️ The mental shift to letting intrusive thoughts be Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck Join my free webinar, "Break Free from OCD," where I'll guide you through effective strategies to overcome intrusive thoughts and compulsions. Don’t miss this opportunity to start your journey toward a calmer, happier life—register now using this link: join.zachwesterbeck.com/break-free-from-ocd-webinar. Disclaimer: nothing here is medical advice. Please do your own research. The information above is just for information and learning. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/32755717

#106: Zach Westerbeck - My Story with OCD 08/21/2024

#106: Zach Westerbeck - My Story with OCD In this next batch of episodes, I'll be sharing my first-hand experiences with OCD. Although this podcast leans towards inviting professionals and experts in the mental health space, it’s also important to know that anyone can live through and recover from these hardships. In this episode I talk about: ◾️The onset of my symptoms ◾️ Different types of OCD I encountered ◾️ How I approached recovery Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck Join my free webinar, "Break Free from OCD," where I'll guide you through effective strategies to overcome intrusive thoughts and compulsions. Don’t miss this opportunity to start your journey toward a calmer, happier life—register now using this link: join.zachwesterbeck.com/break-free-from-ocd-webinar. Disclaimer: nothing here is medical advice. Please do your own research. The information above is just for information and learning. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. Zachwesterbeck (https://join.zachwesterbeck.com/break-free-from-ocd-webinar) Break FREE from OCD Webinar /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/32650507

#105: Carly Samach, LHMC — Fear, Hope & OCD Recovery 08/14/2024

#105: Carly Samach, LHMC — Fear, Hope & OCD Recovery Carly Samach is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has spent over 5 years as a senior therapist and clinical advisor/trainer. Her clinical focuses include severe and persistent mental health, OCD/anxiety disorders, trauma related disorders, and family system work. She utilizes evidence based treatments, Exposure Response Prevention, art therapy, and other approaches in treating her patients. In this episode, Carly returns to share more about the fear of having hope in OCD and using it to challenge ourselves for a fulfilling recovery. In this episode we talk about: ◾️What is hope when it comes to OCD recovery ◾️ The coexistence of hope and fear for a challenging but fulfilling recovery ◾️ Using these abstract concepts concurrently with ERP Find Carly here: @ Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/32569202

#104: Clarissa Ong, Ph.D, — Perfectionism & Acceptance and Commitment Therapy 07/31/2024

#104: Clarissa Ong, Ph.D, — Perfectionism & Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Clarissa W. Ong is a postdoctoral associate at the Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders at Boston University. She has done extensive research on perfectionism, OCD, hoarding disorder, and therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and process-based therapy. She recently authored The Anxious Perfectionist: How to Manage Perfectionism - a deep dive into how perfectionism aggravates anxiety, stress, and overall mental health. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ What defines perfectionism ◾️ How perfectionism becomes a root problem for anxiety ◾️ Processing perfectionism through ACT Find Clarissa here: poislab.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck The POIS Lab at the University of Toledo and Personalized Mental Health Lab at Southern Illinois University are researching the effects of two self-help interventions that aim to help people cope with problematic perfectionism. To learn more about participating in the study, please visit https://bit.ly/goodenoughstudy. This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/32362277

#103: Joelle Maletis, Ma.Ed, Ma, LMFT — PTSD & Post Traumatic Growth 07/24/2024

#103: Joelle Maletis, Ma.Ed, Ma, LMFT — PTSD & Post Traumatic Growth Joelle Rabow Maletis is a ballet dancer turned psychotherapist. After spending 20 years dancing professionally, she experienced a career-ending injury and shifted her career to therapy. Her love for psychology helped her develop a deeper understanding of herself and the people around her. She founded JRM&A, a team of clinicians with the unifying goal of helping people discover their hopes, dreams, and abilities to thrive through adversity. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ What Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is ◾️ How Post Traumatic Growth can be achieved ◾️ The potential overlap between OCD & Trauma Find Joelle here: joellerabowmaletis.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/32255417

#102: Esther Fernandez — The Importance of Hope in OCD Recovery 07/17/2024

#102: Esther Fernandez — The Importance of Hope in OCD Recovery Esther Fernandez is a writer and communicator who uses her skills to advocate recovery from mental health disorders and struggles. Her works aim to create sustainable, positive change in people facing these struggles. She is a junior copywriter at Made of Millions, a non-profit organization on a mission to break the stigma towards mental health. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Esther’s personal journey and recovery with mental health struggles ◾️ How to gain deeper insight into mental health, recovery, and stigmas ◾️ How hope can play a big role in recovery Find Esther here: @pink_prayers madeofmillions.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/32159097

#101: Chris Leins, LPCC-S — Pulling The C Out of OCD 07/10/2024

#101: Chris Leins, LPCC-S — Pulling The C Out of OCD Chris Leins has been working in the field of treating OCD and anxiety disorders since 2015. After having formally trained and worked together with well-respected researchers in the field, he has developed a treatment approach that incorporates Cognitive-Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in serving his patients. Instead of approaching a patient with “talk therapy,” he encourages them to engage in exposure therapy, equipping them with real-life strategies to manage their anxiety and OCD. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ A deeper understanding of compulsions ◾️ Identifying symptoms and compulsions and how to deal with them ◾️ Distinguishing obsessions and compulsions Find Jason here: @ocdstraighttalk kentuckyocd.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/32067582

#100: Dr. Jason Krompinger, PhD, ABPP — Understanding OCD Through Case Conceptualization 07/03/2024

#100: Dr. Jason Krompinger, PhD, ABPP — Understanding OCD Through Case Conceptualization Dr. Jason Krompinger is a clinical psychologist and the Directer of Clinical Training at the New England center for OCD and Anxiety. He has been specializing in OCD and related disorders since 2008 after having had an extensive educational background in the field. He offers flexible application of empirically supported interventions for OCD through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, including Exposure Response Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. He uses thorough Case Conceptualization and process-driven intervention to attend to his patients. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Understanding OCD patterns through Case Conceptualization ◾️ How clinicians are trained to treat OCD and related disorders ◾️ Treating the person and not just the symptoms Find Jason here: [email protected] Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major 2insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31995902

#99: Siddhi Patel, PsyD — Dialectical Behavior Therapy in OCD Recovery 06/26/2024

#99: Siddhi Patel, PsyD — Dialectical Behavior Therapy in OCD Recovery Dr. Siddhi Patel is a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in New Jersey and New York. With over 12 years serving adolescent and adult patients facing anxiety and mood disorders, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, OCD, PTSD, and BPD, she has cultivated a treatment approach that is tailor fit to each individual patient as she believes everyone has a unique journey to recovery. Dr. Patel has extensive training in Cognitive behavior Therapies (CBT), and even completed extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Understanding Dialectical Behavior Therapy ◾️ When DBT is the correct approach for recovery ◾️ Using DBT in conjunction with other modalities of OCD treatment Learn more about DBT here: isitdbt.net Find Siddhi here: merakipsychologycenter.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31895562

#98: Dr. Lauren Wadsworth, Ph.D — Values, Tailored Exposure Response Therapy, & Increasing Willingness in OCD Recovery 06/19/2024

#98: Dr. Lauren Wadsworth, Ph.D — Values, Tailored Exposure Response Therapy, & Increasing Willingness in OCD Recovery Dr. Lauren Ladsworth has spent much of her career dedicated to the research and treatment of severe anxiety disorders, including OCD. She is the founding director of Genesee Valley Psychology, a clinic providing individual and group therapy. Her commitment to research goes beyond anxiety disorders, as she aims to become a more culturally competent clinician and researcher. Outside of the clinic, she offers training on Identities, Inclusion, and Diversity in Business and Academic settings through Twin Star Diversity Trainers. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Increasing willingness and non-engagement in OCD ◾️ Dealing with OCD in “Jello Mode” ◾️ Connecting to other stories of recovery as a starting point Find Lauren here: meridianpractice.org gvpny.org Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31790262

#97: Danielle Henderson, Psy.D., LPC — Where To Begin With OCD Recovery 06/12/2024

#97: Danielle Henderson, Psy.D., LPC — Where To Begin With OCD Recovery Danielle Henderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania with a Telehealth Cert for Florida. She also has a Doctor Degree in Clinical Psychology, and is a manager for a team of trainers for new incoming therapists at NOCD. As a therapist specializing in OCD, she relies heavily on Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) techniques, where she helps her patients adopt to the idea of living in the grey or being comfortable with uncertainty. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ General OCD facts ◾️ Initial steps to the recovery process ◾️ Maintaining a lifestyle living in the “grey” Find Danielle here: @DHenderson_PsyD Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31696337

#96: Teri Bullis, BCBA, Ph.D. — OCD Treatment for Younger Children and Parental Involvement 06/05/2024

#96: Teri Bullis, BCBA, Ph.D. — OCD Treatment for Younger Children and Parental Involvement Dr. Teri Bullis is the founder of Behavior Solutions for Children and Families. Her specialty in therapy lies in treating children of ages 3 to 12 and parents with ADHD, aggression, oppositionality, ASD-related social skills deficit, sleeping issues, and more. For patients with OCD, she collaborates with the patient in crafting effective ERP exercises to help them confront their intrusions in manageable steps. She believes in the close involvement of parents when it comes to treating their kids who face behavioral challenges. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ OCD in 3-12 year olds ◾️ Setting up a rewards system to aid in the child’s recovery ◾️ Helping parents participate in their children’s recovery journey Find Teri here: [email protected] behaviorsolutionsvt.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31609722

#95: Eeva Edds, LPC — Navigating Relationship OCD and Valuable Living 05/29/2024

#95: Eeva Edds, LPC — Navigating Relationship OCD and Valuable Living Eeva Edds is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Houston. With a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, she has worked in a variety of diagnoses, including anxiety disorders such as Specific Phobia, Social Anxiety Disorder, and OCD. Her approach to treatment utilizes evidence-based treatment techniques such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She is also trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), a treatment modality for parents of children with anxiety disorders and OCD. She believes in a compassionate yet firm approach to meeting with her clients, fostering a collaborative environment where the patient is encouraged to be an active participant in their own recovery. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Understanding Relationship OCD ◾️ Treatment & living with Relationship OCD ◾️ Living a values-based life despite Relationship OCD Find Eeva here: @eevaeddslpc [email protected] houstoncenterforvaluedliving.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31491037

#94: Juliet Gustafson, LMSW, LLC — Demystifying Harm & Pedophilia OCD 05/22/2024

#94: Juliet Gustafson, LMSW, LLC — Demystifying Harm & Pedophilia OCD Juliet Gustafson is a licensed master social worker based in Ypsilanti, Michigan. As a professional, she has cultivated a passion for OCD treatment and education rooted from her own bout with the disorder. She uses evidence-based treatments to empower adolescents and adults with OCD and anxiety disorders to heal and engage in values-based living. She utilizes Exposure Response Therapy (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Habit Reversal Training (HRT) in her practice. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ What defines pedophilia and harm OCD ◾️ Understanding the different approaches to OCD recovery ◾️ Other ways to heal from OCD, such as community and humor Find Saraa here: julietgustafson.com @ocd_therapist_juliet Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31400292

#93: Saraa Lee, MSW, LCSW — OCD, Anxiety, Burnout and the Recovery Process 05/15/2024

#93: Saraa Lee, MSW, LCSW — OCD, Anxiety, Burnout and the Recovery Process Saraa D. Lee, LCSW of Soul Spa Psychotherapy is an OCD and Trauma specialist. She studied Psychology at Pomona College, earned an MSW at UCLA and is a former Fulbright grant winner. Saraa treats child and adult clients from California, Illinois and internationally. Saraa is also a Clinical Supervisor with NOCD, which provides OCD treatment in most states In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Anxiety and burnout ◾️ Recovery from OCD with Exposure Response Therapy ◾️ Understanding different forms of intrusive thoughts Find Saraa here: soulspapsychotherapy.com/ Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31285512

#92: Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina, Ph.D. — The Importance of Response Prevention in OCD Recovery 05/08/2024

#92: Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina, Ph.D. — The Importance of Response Prevention in OCD Recovery Dr. Tatyana Mestechkina is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in New York, New Jersey, and Florida. She is the founder and clinical director of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Better Living, which is also the approach she uses in treating patients, together with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She specializes in treating OCD, even in the purely obsessional subtype (Pure-O), and anxiety disorders such as generalized, social, panic, health, and phobias. Her clients are often ones that face concerns related to perfectionism, body-image, mood challenges, and postpartum/perinatal issues. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Processing thoughts and feelings when facing compulsions ◾️ Positively changing your relationship with your brain ◾️ Reframing emotions when resisting compulsions Find Tatyana here: @ocdanxietyexpert cbtforbetterliving.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck Use promo code: ZACH https://www.restoredminds.com/offers/SrL78mUq?coupon_code=ZACH This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31142543

#91: Chrstina Ennabe, LCHMC, LCPC — Leaning Into Discomfort And Controlling Your OCD 05/01/2024

#91: Chrstina Ennabe, LCHMC, LCPC — Leaning Into Discomfort And Controlling Your OCD Christina is a licensed therapist in New Hampshire with licenses in Florida and Maine. Her practice treats patients suffering from OCD and generalized anxiety, perfectionism, and body-focused repetitive behaviors. As a therapist and life coach, she shares her learnings from her own personal journey living with anxiety and "shoulds" of perfectionism. In her journey to treating OCD, she herself discovered having the disorder and now uses her experiences and learnings from it in treating her patients. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other approaches to OCD recovery ◾️ Perfectionism and anxiety disorders and how they affect a person with OCD ◾️ Building and finding community while in recovery from OCD Find Christina here: christinaennabe.com @christinacounsels Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck Use promo code: ZACH https://www.restoredminds.com/offers/SrL78mUq?coupon_code=ZACH This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/31048303

#90: Reid Wilson, PhD — Acknowledging Obsessions as External Intrusions 04/24/2024

#90: Reid Wilson, PhD — Acknowledging Obsessions as External Intrusions Dr. Reid Wilson is a licensed psychologist who has spent over 30 years in the field of self-help for anxiety disorders and OCD. He is the Director of the Anxiety Disorders Treatment Center and an author of several self-help books catering to anxiety disorders. He is also Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. In 2014, he was honored with the highest award given by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, and was presented the Service Award by the International OCD Foundation in 2019. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ A deep dive into anxiety and OCD ◾️ Deciding whether tools or medication are fit for your recovery ◾️ How OCD and anxiety treatment has evolved through the years Find Dr. Reid here: anxieties.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/30947328

#89: Matthew Codde, LCSW — Responding to OCD & Anxiety in Your Body, Mind & Life 04/17/2024

#89: Matthew Codde, LCSW — Responding to OCD & Anxiety in Your Body, Mind & Life Matthew Codde is a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of RestoredMinds and the creator of the Triple-A-Response. He has had his own personal bout with OCD & anxiety in his early teen years, and sought help from 5 different therapists before receiving the proper diagnosis. Through his personal experiences and extensive research, he created the Triple-A-Response, an approach to responding to OCD & Anxiety in your head, in your body, and in your life. He is now an advocate of this response as it had helped him reclaim his life and pursue nthings he thought once impossible. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ The Triple-A-Response ◾️ How Matt's experiences lead him to this way of responding to OCD & anxiety ◾️ Applications of this mindset in body, mind, and life Find Matthew here: restoredminds.com @mattccodde_lcsw restoredminds.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck Use promo code: ZACH https://www.restoredminds.com/offers/SrL78mUq?coupon_code=ZACH This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/30849348

#88: Carter Goos — Achieving Progress in OCD Recovery 04/10/2024

#88: Carter Goos — Achieving Progress in OCD Recovery Carter Goos had been struggling with mental health for a time and had only noticed the onset of symptoms early 2020. After getting a conclusive diagnosis for his OCD, he was able to make progress in his recovery through small steps that he made in his daily routine. Despite different forms of intrusive thoughts and compulsions, he has learned to live with his OCD by continuously working on his mindset and routines. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ The onset of OCD and anxiety disorder symptoms from the perspective of a patient ◾️ Different kinds of compulsions and intrusive thoughts ◾️ Living with and recovering from OCD through small steps Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/30764343

#87: Erin Jones, LCMHC — Moving Towards Values-Based Living with OCD 04/03/2024

#87: Erin Jones, LCMHC — Moving Towards Values-Based Living with OCD Erin Jones is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 5 years of experience in treating OCD and other anxiety disorders in youth and adults. Her approach to treatment involves evidence-based practices such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Her expertise in treating OCD comes with personal experience as she had only discovered having OCD while training to be a clinician. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Erin's personal journey with OCD while becoming a clinician ◾️ The lifestyle that comes with OCD ◾️ Navigating doubts and OCD Find Erin here: bullcitanxiety.com [email protected] @erintalksocd Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/30657448

#86: Jordan Chiu — Processing Loss & Grief and Finding Hope 03/27/2024

#86: Jordan Chiu — Processing Loss & Grief and Finding Hope Jordan Chiu is a photographer, a creative at Patagonia, and a host of his own podcast called Never The Same. His podcast has become an outlet for him to share his experience in processing the loss of his partner during the pandemic. Jordan also built a community from this podcast by advocating the betterment of mental health care while showing support for people who may have had similar experiences. In this episode we talk about: ◾️ Navigating the emotions from losing a loved one ◾️ Turning grief into something productive ◾️ Finding community in times of difficulty Find Jordan here: @jordanpchiu Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client’s situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional.4 Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I’ve partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy. /episode/index/show/47263dc7-e7fa-401e-991d-655d274da0e7/id/30528758

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