Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD

Are you asking for reassurance over and over again? Doubts, worries, and sticky thoughts can feel never ending. From relationship anxiety to religious OCD, you’re in the right place. This podcast is here to help you take back control. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder can make you feel broken, desperate, and alone. Sometimes the hardest thing to do is to beat the voice in your own head. You’ll hear expert insight on worry, stress, fear, anxiety and OCD. Licensed clinical mental health therapist and OCD specialist, Erin Davis, will deliver the details in a knowledgeable and compassionate way. Uncover the sneaky games OCD likes to play & get support on this very difficult mental health battle. Take the Relationship Anxiety quiz by going to go to www.valuedriventherapy.com to get started on your OCD treatment today!

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Episodes

Friday Apr 26, 2024

This episode focuses on the importance of self-care.
 
Let's debunk common myths and learn about low-cost or free self-care activities.
 
Erin shares the consequences of what happens if you don't do self-care, including burnout and its impact on your mental, physical, and social well-being.
 
Through personal insights, biblical references, and practical advice, the episode will encourage you to prioritize your self-care.
 
It's also common to experience feelings of guilt associated with self-care. You will learn tips for setting boundaries and improving your mental health through mindfulness, exercise, and gratitude exercises.
 
00:00 Raising Awareness About OCD with NoCD
00:35 Introducing the Host and the Importance of Self-Care
01:16 Understanding Self-Care and Its Myths
04:39 The Critical Role of Self-Care in Preventing Burnout
07:24 Addressing Burnout and Its Consequences
10:22 Spiritual Encouragement and Personal Empowerment
16:24 Practical Self-Care Ideas to Try
25:49 Closing Thoughts and Next Episode Teaser
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
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Friday Apr 19, 2024

This episode of the Bossing Up Overcoming OCD podcast, hosted by Erin, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and OCD Specialist, focuses on Understanding and Overcoming Contamination OCD. Erin highlights the differences between perceptions of OCD in the media and the challenging reality of suffering from OCD subtypes like Contamination OCD.
 
She shares insights on the risks of germaphobia, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, and how OCD can distort fears of contamination to irrational extents. The episode includes discussions on how OCD impacts daily life, from fearing public restrooms to worrying about contracting diseases in unrealistic ways.
 
Erin emphasizes the effectiveness of Exposure Response Prevention Therapy and shares practical examples of exposure exercises for those dealing with contamination OCD. Additionally, she encourages involvement in NoCD's therapy programs and invites listeners to engage more personally through her email newsletter. The podcast also touches on the importance of seeking professional help and not solely relying on online sources for managing OCD.
 
00:00 Raising Awareness About OCD with NoCD
00:34 Shocking Germs in Reusable Water Bottles
01:08 Meet Erin: Your Guide to Overcoming OCD
01:32 Understanding Contamination OCD
01:51 Insights from Popular OCD Podcast Episodes
04:44 Exploring the Contamination OCD Subtype
13:46 Effective Exposure and Response Prevention Techniques
19:55 Join the Email Newsletter for Exclusive Content
21:14 Preview of Next Week: Self-Care Tips
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
➡️Love the podcast? Awesome! Treat Erin to a coffee! ☕️
 
➡️Want more? 👏
Snag a spot on Erin's email newsletter to get extra tips, tricks, & insider info. 📧
Shop Erin's store for OCD-themed merch to brighten your day. ☀️
 
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Needing passive income? Open a high-yield savings account with SoFi & get $25 for opening an account with my link! 💸
*These are affiliate links, which means I may get a kickback (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase after clicking.
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Fear of Germs Part I | Ep 19

Friday Apr 12, 2024

Friday Apr 12, 2024

Host Erin, a licensed clinical mental health counselor specializing in OCD, shares the narratives of metaphors, professional insights, and celebrity stories to educate you on OCD complexities and how to manage it.
 
The episode also includes a discussion on Howie Mandel's journey with OCD, revealing his long battle with germaphobia, the impact on his life and career, and how effective treatment and strategies like mindfulness have contributed to his coping mechanisms.
 
Furthermore, the script touches on the burgeoning fortune-telling industry to draw parallels with OCD being the fortune-teller of doom.
 
Erin announces a special discounted private podcast focusing on mindfulness techniques. The role of mindfulness in managing OCD cannot be understated. Get the private podcast presale price by going to www.valuedriventherapy.com/shop because this discount is for the early birds!
 
#BreakTheCycle #HowieMandelOCD #LivingWithOCD #NoCDPartnerships #YouAreNotAlone #SpreadAwareness #EffectiveTreatment
 
 
00:00 Raising Awareness: Understanding OCD Beyond Stereotypes
00:40 Welcome Back: A Week in Review and Personal Introductions
02:16 Celebrity Spotlight: Guess Who's Battling OCD?
02:47 The Fascinating World of Fortune Telling and Its Connection to OCD
04:59 Mindfulness and Mental Health: Announcing a Private Podcast
09:52 Deep Dive into Howie Mandel's Journey with OCD
31:06 Concluding Thoughts: The Importance of Treatment and Mindfulness
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
➡️Love the podcast? Awesome! Treat Erin to a coffee! ☕️
 
➡️Want more? 👏
Snag a spot on Erin's email newsletter to get extra tips, tricks, & insider info. 📧
Shop Erin's store for OCD-themed merch to brighten your day. ☀️
 
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Descript offers powerful tools for editing audio & video, making it easy to polish your podcast.
Needing passive income? Open a high-yield savings account with SoFi & get $25 for opening an account with my link! 💸
*These are affiliate links, which means I may get a kickback (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase after clicking.
➡️Please rate the show with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the episode! ✍️ When you leave that raving review, shoot me a message to get your special bonus! 🎉

Friday Apr 05, 2024

Navigating OCD Treatment and Financing Options
 
This episode of 'Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD' features Erin, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and OCD Specialist, who partners with NoCD to raise awareness about OCD, specifically Relationship OCD. Erin discusses various financing options for mental health therapy, including insurance intricacies, the introduction of care credit, and an upcoming Exposure and Response Prevention Intensive Package. She also explores alternatives like private pay, health savings accounts, and Employee Assistance Programs. The episode concludes with a unique merchandise promotion – an OCD-themed coffee mug – and a teaser about a celebrity with OCD. The main focus is on making mental health care accessible and breaking down financial barriers to treatment.
 
00:00 Raising Awareness: Understanding OCD Beyond Stereotypes
00:29 Welcome Back: Navigating OCD with Expert Insights
00:57 Meet Erin: Your Guide to Overcoming OCD
01:21 Demystifying Insurance: Making Mental Health Care Accessible
01:53 Exploring Care Credit: A Financial Lifeline for Therapy
02:46 Introducing the Exposure and Response Prevention Intensive Package
03:43 The Importance of Prioritizing Mental Health
04:30 Understanding Insurance: Deductibles, Copays, and Coinsurance
10:11 Navigating Out-of-Network Providers and Reimbursement
13:59 Private Pay and Health Savings Accounts: Maximizing Your Options
16:24 Seeking Alternative Funding: EAPs and Family Support
19:12 Embracing Bravery: Overcoming OCD with Courage
19:41 Exclusive Merchandise: The Obsessive Coffee Drinker Mug
21:38 Closing Thoughts and Next Episode Teaser
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
➡️Love the podcast? Awesome! Treat Erin to a coffee! ☕️
 
➡️Want more? 👏
Snag a spot on Erin's email newsletter to get extra tips, tricks, & insider info. 📧
Shop Erin's store for OCD-themed merch to brighten your day. ☀️
 
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Descript offers powerful tools for editing audio & video, making it easy to polish your podcast.
Needing passive income? Open a high-yield savings account with SoFi & get $25 for opening an account with my link! 💸
*These are affiliate links, which means I may get a kickback (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase after clicking.
➡️Please rate the show with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the episode! ✍️ When you leave that raving review, shoot me a message to get your special bonus! 🎉

Friday Mar 29, 2024

Understanding OCD and Finding the Right Treatment
 
This episode focuses on raising awareness about OCD and the importance of seeking specialized treatment. Erin, a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, OCD Specialist, and Christian, shares insights into the challenges of OCD, including taboo topics like pedophilia, harm OCD, and suicide OCD. She emphasizes the necessity of evidence-based treatment and debunking fears related to therapy, such as mandatory reporting concerns. The episode also features a discussion with a guest named Hannah, who shares her journey of overcoming OCD with the help of an OCD specialist and the impact of Exposure Response Prevention therapy. Additionally, Erin highlights the issue of OCD misdiagnosis and draws parallels between the importance of specialized treatment and other areas of life, like religious practice and sports coaching. Listeners are encouraged to seek treatment from OCD specialists and are informed about the support available through NoCD and Erin's own practice in North Carolina.
 
00:00 Raising Awareness About OCD with NoCD
00:34 Good Friday Greetings and Personal Introduction
01:28 The Importance of Seeing an OCD Specialist
04:17 Navigating Taboo Topics in OCD Therapy
09:34 Misdiagnosis and the Importance of Accurate OCD Treatment
18:13 Concluding Thoughts and Next Episode Teaser
 
The research referenced can be viewed here.
 
#OvercomingOCD #MultipleAvenuesofSupport #Therapy #Medication #SelfCarePractices #SupportGroups #EffectiveTreatment #NoCD #StayStrong #BossUp #ReligionInDailyLife #SolidFoundation #ExposureResponsePrevention #MentalHealthPrioritization #YouAreNotAlone
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
➡️Love the podcast? Awesome! Treat Erin to a coffee! ☕️
 
➡️Want more? 👏
Snag a spot on Erin's email newsletter to get extra tips, tricks, & insider info. 📧
Shop Erin's store for OCD-themed merch to brighten your day. ☀️
 
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Descript offers powerful tools for editing audio & video, making it easy to polish your podcast.
Needing passive income? Open a high-yield savings account with SoFi & get $25 for opening an account with my link! 💸
*These are affiliate links, which means I may get a kickback (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase after clicking.
➡️Please rate the show with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the episode! ✍️ When you leave that raving review, shoot me a message to get your special bonus! 🎉

Friday Mar 22, 2024

Listen to this episode to learn about a free peer support group in Huntersville, NC. To view the information about the support group, you can find it on my blog here. If you are struggling with scrupulosity or religious OCD, check out this book called: The Doubting Disease by Joseph Ciarrocchi (affiliate link). Come back next week to hear Part 2 of Hannah's story.
 
This episode is a thoughtful discussion on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), aimed at debunking common misconceptions and highlighting the varied nature of OCD beyond the stereotypes portrayed in media. The conversation opens with an awareness-raising partnership with NoCD, underscoring the importance of evidence-based treatment for OCD.
 
The host, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and OCD specialist named Erin, engages with Hannah, who runs a free OCD support group in Huntersville. Through Hannah's personal narrative, the script explores the impact of OCD on daily life, emphasizing the condition's complexity with examples such as Relationship OCD, harm and sexual obsessions, and the struggle with intrusive thoughts. Hannah shares her journey from experiencing OCD symptoms in childhood to becoming an advocate for OCD awareness and support. The script concludes by promoting NoCD’s services and a book recommendation for further reading on religious OCD. It underscores the value of support groups, the nuances of therapy, and the path to managing OCD, intending to encourage listeners to seek help and find solace in shared experiences.
 
00:00 Raising Awareness: Understanding OCD Beyond Stereotypes
00:16 Exploring Relationship OCD: Insights and Treatment
00:34 The Power of Support Groups in Managing OCD
00:42 Meet Hannah: A Journey Through OCD and Support Group Impact
02:45 Navigating Intrusive Thoughts: Hannah's Personal Experience
03:41 The Role of ERP in Overcoming OCD
06:33 Creating a Safe Space: The Genesis of Hannah's Support Group
11:14 The Early Signs: Hannah's Childhood Encounter with OCD
13:34 The Shift to Health OCD: A New Challenge
15:40 Discovering Sexual Orientation OCD: A Personal Journey
16:03 The Spiral of Intrusive Thoughts and Seeking Help
17:02 Raising Awareness and Understanding OCD with NoCD
18:29 Exploring Various OCD Themes and Personal Experiences
20:00 Facing the Breaking Point: Overcoming the Darkest Moments
23:07 The Search for Effective Treatment and Finding Hope
25:44 Embracing Exposure Response Prevention Therapy
28:08 The Transformative Journey with NoCD Therapy
29:23 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Overcoming OCD
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
➡️Love the podcast? Awesome! Treat Erin to a coffee! ☕️
 
➡️Want more? 👏
Snag a spot on Erin's email newsletter to get extra tips, tricks, & insider info. 📧
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*These are affiliate links, which means I may get a kickback (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase after clicking.
➡️Please rate the show with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the episode! ✍️ When you leave that raving review, shoot me a message to get your special bonus! 🎉

Friday Mar 15, 2024

This episode, hosted by Erin, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and OCD Specialist, focuses on raising awareness about OCD's complexity beyond popular misconceptions. This episode provides examples of exposure response prevention exercises to help get you oriented to what ERP may look like in treament for OCD. OCD can intensely affect one's life, using religious OCD, also known as Scrupulosity, as an example. Erin shares insights into effective treatment techniques, including Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and offers practical advice on managing OCD. The episode also introduces listeners to Rakuten for shopping deals and previews an upcoming episode featuring a special guest discussing a free OCD support group. It emphasizes the importance of seeking professional help.
 
00:00 Raising Awareness About OCD with NoCD
00:08 Understanding Relationship OCD
00:35 Navigating Religious OCD: Insights and Strategies
01:10 Meet Erin: Your Guide to Overcoming OCD
01:33 Spring Vibes and Healthy Eating for Busy Families
02:12 Maximizing Savings with Rakuten: A Baseball Mom's Guide
05:25 Concluding the Religious OCD Series: Empowering Strategies
12:30 Exploring Effective OCD Treatment with NoCD
26:51 Looking Ahead: Special Guests and Support Groups
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
➡️Love the podcast? Awesome! Treat Erin to a coffee! ☕️
 
➡️Want more? 👏
Snag a spot on Erin's email newsletter to get extra tips, tricks, & insider info. 📧
Shop Erin's store for OCD-themed merch to brighten your day. ☀️
 
➡️Handpicked rec's for you:
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Descript offers powerful tools for editing audio & video, making it easy to polish your podcast.
Needing passive income? Open a high-yield savings account with SoFi & get $25 for opening an account with my link! 💸
*These are affiliate links, which means I may get a kickback (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase after clicking.
➡️Please rate the show with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the episode! ✍️ When you leave that raving review, shoot me a message to get your special bonus! 🎉

Friday Mar 08, 2024

Have you felt paranoid when wondering if having OCD is a sin? Or do you obsessively worry about committing sins? This episode will inform you about the complexities of Religious OCD. Host Erin, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in OCD, shares personal anecdotes and professional insights to explain how OCD can latch onto your faith. Exploring themes like sin, guilt, and moral judgment, the discussion demystifies how OCD weaves into religious beliefs, offering empathy and evidence-based solutions for those affected. Erin stresses OCD's medical nature, advocating for professional treatment while respecting individual faith, culminating in a powerful message of awareness, hope, and healing for the OCD community.
 
00:00 Introduction to OCD and Partnership with NoCD
00:16 Understanding Relationship OCD
00:35 Personal Story: High School Test Incident
01:44 Introduction to the Host and the Show
02:58 Understanding the Role of Intentions in OCD
03:31 Continuing the Conversation on Religious OCD and Sins
04:56 Understanding the Concept of Sin in OCD
06:44 Personal Story: Balancing Church and Family Commitments
08:43 Understanding the Difference Between Convictions and OCD
11:40 Partnership with NoCD: Offering Effective OCD Therapy
18:42 Understanding the Biological Basis of OCD
20:01 The Role of Faith in OCD Treatment
21:48 Reiterating the Partnership with NoCD
22:37 Conclusion: OCD is Not a Sin
23:01 Closing Remarks and Invitation for the Next Episode
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
➡️Love the podcast? Awesome! Treat Erin to a coffee! ☕️
 
➡️Want more? 👏
Snag a spot on Erin's email newsletter to get extra tips, tricks, & insider info. 📧
Shop Erin's store for OCD-themed merch to brighten your day. ☀️
 
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Descript offers powerful tools for editing audio & video, making it easy to polish your podcast.
Needing passive income? Open a high-yield savings account with SoFi & get $25 for opening an account with my link! 💸
*These are affiliate links, which means I may get a kickback (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase after clicking.
➡️Please rate the show with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the episode! ✍️ When you leave that raving review, shoot me a message to get your special bonus! 🎉

Friday Mar 01, 2024

Ever wondered: what is religious OCD? In this episode, you will learn about Religious OCD, also known as scrupulosity. Hosted by Erin, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and OCD specialist, the session delves into how OCD can impact a person's religious and spiritual practices. When getting treatment for your religious OCD, the therapist can approach your intrusive thoughts without challenging or invalidating your religious beliefs.
 
Erin shares her journey as a Christian counselor and emphasizes the importance of seeking professional treatment from OCD specialists. The episode outlines the nature of religious OCD, including symptoms like intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors related to fear of committing religious or moral sins. It also covers strategies for treatment, particularly the significance of Exposure Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) and avoiding reassurance seeking. Erin concludes with personal anecdotes, emphasizing the need for empathy, understanding, and proper support in treating religious OCD. She encourages seeking evidence-based treatment through NoCD and stresses the importance of not allowing OCD to sabotage one's spiritual health or relationship with their higher power.
 
00:00 Introduction to OCD and Partnership with NoCD
00:50 Understanding Religious OCD
06:27 The Role of a Therapist in Treating Religious OCD
13:19 Examples of How Religious OCD Can Manifest
16:47 The Importance of Seeking Professional Help
20:04 The Impact of Religious OCD on Daily Life
27:05 Final Thoughts and Next Steps
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
➡️Love the podcast? Awesome! Treat Erin to a coffee! ☕️
 
➡️Want more? 👏
Snag a spot on Erin's email newsletter to get extra tips, tricks, & insider info. 📧
Shop Erin's store for OCD-themed merch to brighten your day. ☀️
 
➡️Handpicked rec's for you:
Thrizer simplifies your insurance benefits for out-of-network care.
Descript offers powerful tools for editing audio & video, making it easy to polish your podcast.
Needing passive income? Open a high-yield savings account with SoFi & get $25 for opening an account with my link! 💸
*These are affiliate links, which means I may get a kickback (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase after clicking.
➡️Please rate the show with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the episode! ✍️ When you leave that raving review, shoot me a message to get your special bonus! 🎉

Friday Feb 23, 2024

Managing OCD: A Guide for Parents and Loved Ones
 
In this episode, Erin, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and OCD specialist, talks about what Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is, with a particular focus on how to help someone you love when they suffer from OCD. She talks about the importance of recognizing and avoiding harmful parenting habits that could reinforce the OCD cycle. Parents are advised not to feed into their child's compulsions or allow avoidance behavior. Erin emphasizes the necessity of seeking help from an OCD specialist for the most effective treatment.
 
As part of the discussion, she also explains how to decode the qualifications of various health professionals. Towards the end, Erin provides information about an OCD workbook she has created to help people start therapy effectively and reduce the number of needed sessions.
 
00:00 Introduction to OCD and Partnership with NoCD
00:16 Understanding Relationship OCD
00:36 Challenges of Parenting a Child with OCD
01:10 Meet Erin: OCD Specialist and Mental Health Counselor
01:33 How to Help Your Loved One with OCD
03:33 Understanding the Role of an OCD Specialist
03:51 The Importance of Seeing an OCD Specialist
06:03 Understanding Different Mental Health Credentials
12:17 The Role of Medication in OCD Treatment
19:43 How to Support a Loved One with OCD
20:43 Pre-Therapy Workbook for OCD
26:07 Tips for Parents of Children with OCD
39:48 Conclusion and Future Topics
 
✨Content is proudly sponsored by NOCD. Go to NOCD.com/savage to get evidence-based treatment from US locations & abroad!
 
➡️If you're located in North Carolina or Virginia, Book Your Consult with Erin to schedule your free 15-minute video call. 🎥 Erin is now accepting new clients for an intensive outpatient program!
 
➡️Love the podcast? Awesome! Treat Erin to a coffee! ☕️
 
➡️Want more? 👏
Snag a spot on Erin's email newsletter to get extra tips, tricks, & insider info. 📧
Shop Erin's store for OCD-themed merch to brighten your day. ☀️
 
➡️Handpicked rec's for you:
Thrizer simplifies your insurance benefits for out-of-network care.
Descript offers powerful tools for editing audio & video, making it easy to polish your podcast.
Needing passive income? Open a high-yield savings account with SoFi & get $25 for opening an account with my link! 💸
*These are affiliate links, which means I may get a kickback (at no additional cost to you) if you purchase after clicking.
➡️Please rate the show with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the episode! ✍️ When you leave that raving review, shoot me a message to get your special bonus! 🎉

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