Podcast
Christian Faith and OCD
A worldwide ministry that focuses on:
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Combining biblical and clinical wisdom
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Reducing shame
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Sharing hopeful stories
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Providing practical tools for greater peace
About the podcast
Christian Faith and OCD is a podcast that was originally named Hope for Anxiety and OCD (started in 2020). The podcast was born after trying to find resources for my own clients who were struggling. I couldn’t find professionals who were combining strong clinical knowledge about anxiety and OCD with strong Bible knowledge. Even though I knew nothing about starting a podcast, I felt a nudge from God to start and gave a hesitant yes.
After realizing most of our consistent listeners were struggling with OCD and due to the great need for resources in the Christian OCD community, the podcast was renamed and rebranded in 2024 to Christian Faith and OCD.
The podcast exists to reduce shame surrounding struggling with OCD as a Christian, increase hope, and provide practical tools for greater peace. I record solo episodes and interview guests including pastors, authors, and everyday Christians who are struggling with OCD.
As a result of God’s faithfulness (I wanted to quit several times!), Christian Faith and OCD is now a worldwide ministry with listeners in over 70 countries.
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132. Sexual Obsession or Lust? Scrupulosity Wants to Know with Steve and Carrie
In this week's episode, Carrie brings back her favorite co-host, her husband Steve to discuss the difference between sexual obsession and lust in the context of scrupulosity, offering practical, faith-based strategies for managing these thoughts.
Bonus Episode: The Rebrand Story of Christian Faith and OCD
Join Carrie as she introduces the rebranded podcast, "Christian Faith and OCD. She shares the journey from "Hope for Anxiety and OCD" to the new focus, discussing the reasons behind the change, listener feedback, and
131. Relationship Obsessions Combined with Scrupulosity: Pierre’s Story
In this episode, Carrie shares Pierre's courageous journey with OCD, exploring how childhood fears and religious teachings shaped his mental health struggles and eventual path to healing through counseling and faith. Episode Highlights: Pierre's journey
130. Need More Than Weekly Therapy? Is a Therapy Retreat Right for You? with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie shares the benefits and outcomes of therapeutic retreats, how they are structured, and how to determine if a therapeutic retreat is right for you: Episode Highlights: The typical structure and process
129. Four Steps to Healing from Spiritual Abuse with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie explores the profound impact of spiritual abuse on mental and emotional health, outlining red flags and steps to healing. Episode Highlights: What spiritual abuse is and how to recognize it. Common
128. How to Develop a 3 Song Playlist That Will Calm an Anxiety Attack
In this episode, Carrie revisits insights from a previous conversation with music therapist Tim Ringgold and shares practical tips for crafting a calming playlist to ease anxiety. Episode Highlights: How to select songs for a
127. Do I need therapy? How to Know and Why Summer is the Best Time! with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie explores the signs that indicate you might need therapy and why summer is the prime season to begin your mental health journey Episode Highlights: How to recognize signs indicating you might
126. What if I Abuse My Child? Postpartum OCD Story with Sarah Brown
In this episode, Carrie interviews Sarah Brown about her experience with postpartum OCD. Sarah shares her struggles with intrusive thoughts and compulsions after childbirth and how she found ways to cope and heal. How Sarah
125. Help For When You Can’t Stop Googling Everything! with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
In this episode, Carrie talks about the downsides of Googling too much, especially for those with OCD and anxiety. She shares how seeking reassurance online can actually make things worse and offers tips for resisting
Ways to work together
Intensive EMDR therapy, the Empowered Mind self-paced course, and group therapy for OCD.
