In this episode, Krista welcomes Alegra Kastens, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and founder of the Center for OCD, Anxiety, and Eating Disorders. Drawing from her personal experience with OCD and eating disorders, Alegra shares her compelling journey and emphasizes the importance of education and advocacy in her work. Tune in as they explore the intricacies of OCD, including intrusive thoughts, obsessional fears, and mental compulsions. Alegra also dives into the manifestation of OCD and the role of intuition, debunking common myths that surround this misunderstood condition. Finally, they discuss the current mental health crisis and provide insights on supporting our community. Don't miss this insightful conversation with Alegra Kastens!

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Website: alegrakastens.com

Instagram: @AlegraKastens

TikTok: @alegrakastens

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