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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12. 10 Ways to Have a Calmer Mind and Body in 5 Minutes or Less
Are you looking for simple ways to relax and calm down? Often people use things like taking a bath to relax. That’s great, but you don’t always have that much time. Here are some go
How Do You Know If Your Childhood is Affecting Your Adulthood?
How do you know if your childhood is negatively affecting your adulthood? You don't want to be a victim to what happened to you as a child and blame everything on your parents, but you
Is Anxiety a Sin?
I work with a lot of people who experience anxiety, and some have sought help from well meaning, but misguided church leaders who told them they haven’t prayed enough, read their Bible enough, or trusted
11. Vulnerability, Grace, and The Power of Church Community with Randy Draughon
What happens when pastors are isolatedHow pain can be a good thingVulnerability as a gift we give each otherHow to build a Christian Community Verses discussed: Ephesians 1, Tim 1:15, James 5:16 Resources and Links:Midtown
Is ERP the Only Option for OCD?
Individuals who are diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) are often told that they need to receive Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) in order to treat their OCD. While ERP has been widely researched and
8. One Therapist’s Story of Discovering Her Scrupulosity OCD with Rachel Hammons
In this episode, Rachel Hammons, a counselor in Nashville, shares her personal experience with scrupulosity OCD and how it affects both faith and mental health. She offers valuable insights on recognizing, understanding, and managing OCD,
Christian, Feelings Aren’t a Battle to be Fought
When I was a child, I remember feeling things very deeply, but not knowing how to express or manage those feelings. Experiencing emotion was like being knocked down by a tall wave. I was introspective,
10. Carrie’s Story of Anxiety in Dating with Now Husband Steve
Steve and I recorded this show about a month before our wedding. We talk about my anxiety during the dating process and his involvement in helping me work through it. Episode Highlights: Anxiety about putting
Should I Take Medication for my Anxiety or OCD?
Maybe this is a question you’ve asked yourself. Perhaps you have concerns about side effects, becoming dependent on medication, or wonder if this option is for you. My response to this question is always the
Ways to work together
Intensive EMDR therapy, the Empowered Mind self-paced course, and group therapy for OCD.
