Have you ever been trapped in an OCD thought loop—overanalyzing intrusive thoughts, trying to logic your way out, only to get pulled in deeper? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share my personal journey through OCD, the science behind thought loops, and the proven strategies that helped me break free. We’ll dive into: ✅ What OCD thought loops are and why they happen ✅ How OCD tricks your brain into compulsions ✅ The power of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) ✅...
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Have you ever been trapped in an OCD thought loop—overanalyzing intrusive thoughts, trying to logic your way out, only to get pulled in deeper? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share my personal journey through OCD, the science behind thought loops, and the proven strategies that helped me break free. We’ll dive into: ✅ What OCD thought loops are and why they happen ✅ How OCD tricks your brain into compulsions ✅ The power of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) ✅...
Ep. 5 ERP for OCD: Taking Back Control with Exposure Therapy
Out of OCD Podcast
19 minutes
1 year ago
Ep. 5 ERP for OCD: Taking Back Control with Exposure Therapy
ERP for OCD: Taking Back Control with Exposure Therapy This episode dives into Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy, the gold standard treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). We'll hear personal stories about the struggles of OCD and how compulsions, while offering temporary relief, can become a trap. We'll break down ERP therapy, explaining how it works and why it's so effective. You'll learn about exposure hierarchies, a system therapists use to gradually expose you to...
Out of OCD Podcast
Have you ever been trapped in an OCD thought loop—overanalyzing intrusive thoughts, trying to logic your way out, only to get pulled in deeper? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share my personal journey through OCD, the science behind thought loops, and the proven strategies that helped me break free. We’ll dive into: ✅ What OCD thought loops are and why they happen ✅ How OCD tricks your brain into compulsions ✅ The power of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) ✅...
