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Get to know OCD

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Tune in each week for a deep dive into all things OCD with host Dr. Patrick McGrath, NOCD's Chief Clinical Officer. We’ll be sharing inspiring real-life stories of people who’ve faced OCD and came out the other side, as well as practical tips for understanding and tackling OCD. We hope you enjoy the podcast and it helps you get to know OCD.

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  • June 28 · 5 min

    Why OCD Says You Can't Live Until You Feel Better

    OCD has a way of convincing you that life can wait. If you can just find the right answer, get rid of the anxiety, or finally feel "okay," then you'll be able to relax and enjoy yourself. But that moment never comes. Instead, OCD keeps moving the goalposts, trapping you in an endless cycle of compulsions, reassurance, and waiting to feel better before you start living. In this short video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains why OCD is so good at creating this trap. He also explains why getting better from OCD isn't about eliminating discomfort — it's about learning to live your life even when uncertainty is still there. At NOCD, we specialize in exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD—a treatment that can help you live a fulfilling life. If you’re ready to take your first step, book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YT Follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/ https://twitter.com/treatmyocd https://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • June 25 · 44 min

    One Month Into OCD Treatment: How I'm Getting My Life Back

    After the unexpected death of his brother, Matthew Testa's mind became consumed by health fears, rumination, and an endless search for certainty. Every new "what if?" felt like a problem that had to be solved, but no amount of thinking ever brought lasting relief. Instead, OCD kept finding new questions to ask, trapping him in thought loops that quietly took over more and more of his life. In this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, Matt reflects on what OCD stole from him most: time. Time spent stuck in his head, time lost to rumination, and time he wishes he could have spent being present with the people and moments right in front of him. Now, one month into treatment, he shares what’s already changing and why he finally feels hopeful about getting his happy back. At NOCD, we specialize in exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD—a treatment that can help you live a fulfilling life. If you’re ready to take your first step, book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YT Follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/ https://twitter.com/treatmyocd https://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • June 21 · 5 min

    OCD Says You're Not Disturbed Enough With Your Thoughts

    Many people with OCD believe that the fact that they're disturbed by an intrusive thought proves they don't want it. But what happens when that fear, panic, or disgust starts to fade? In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains why OCD often latches onto your emotional reaction to intrusive thoughts, convincing you that you're not upset enough or that your response must mean something about who you are. He breaks down why intrusive thoughts don't reflect your desires and how learning to live with uncertainty can help break the cycle. At NOCD, we specialize in exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD—a treatment that can help you live a fulfilling life. If you’re ready to take your first step, book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YT Follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/ https://twitter.com/treatmyocd https://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • June 18 · 7 min

    The OCD Trap That Feels Like Help

    Reassurance feels helpful in the moment. You ask someone if everything is okay, replay a memory to make sure you didn't do anything wrong, Google the same question for the tenth time, or tell yourself that your fear isn't true. The problem? OCD is never satisfied. The relief lasts for a moment, then the doubt comes back — and the cycle starts all over again. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains the many forms reassurance-seeking can take and doing so often feeds OCD. At NOCD, we specialize in exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD—a treatment that can help you live a fulfilling life. If you’re ready to take your first step, book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YT Follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/ https://twitter.com/treatmyocd https://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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