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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Friday Dec 15, 2023
Friday Dec 15, 2023
This episode addresses the dreaded feelings and experiences when it comes to: TESTS! Testing is not usually anyone's favorite thing yet it is a normal part of our education system and job culture. Listen to this episode for answers to questions like,
1. What is test anxiety?
2. What are the signs of test anxiety?
3. Where does test anxiety come from?
4. Does test-taking anxiety count as a disability?
5. How can I manage test anxiety?
6. What are test taking tips?
In this episode, Erin, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and OCD Specialist, addresses test anxiety—a form of nervousness affecting students during exams, likening it to a situational specific phobia rooted in the fear of failure. She shares personal anecdotes to illustrate how OCD can exacerbate test anxiety, such as the distraction from not having a comforting item like chapstick during a test. The episode delves into the signs of test anxiety, its origins, and whether it qualifies as a disability, ultimately focusing on empowering listeners to overcome this anxiety. Erin provides practical tips including positive self-talk, visualizing success, ensuring a good night's rest, healthy eating, and effective study techniques such as the Pomodoro Method. She also introduces the concept of 'walk and talk' therapy as a method to manage test anxiety, inviting listeners to join her for sessions. The episode emphasizes skill-building to manage anxiety and improve test-taking strategies, aiming to help listeners navigate their educational journey with confidence.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Test Anxiety
00:39 Understanding Test Anxiety and Its Impact
02:33 Personal Anecdote: A Chapstick Dilemma
03:54 OCD's Influence on Test Performance
05:52 Navigating OCD in the Classroom
07:58 Diving Deeper into Test Anxiety: Signs and Origins
10:01 Empowering Strategies to Overcome Test Anxiety
12:16 Visualizing Success: A Powerful Technique
17:37 Effective Study Habits and the Pomodoro Technique
21:42 Walk and Talk Therapy: A Unique Approach
23:11 Closing Thoughts and Resources
✨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 Dec 08, 2023
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Erin talks about the signs & symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder like “What is OCD?” “What are the 4 parts?” and “Is OCD constant?”
(This show is intended to be a resource and not a substitute for professional counseling.)
Let's define the cycle, which includes intrusive thoughts, obsessions, compulsions, and temporary relief. Through real-life examples, the discussion covers OCD types, such as harm OCD and emetophobia, and introduces the four parts of the OCD cycle. Erin stresses the importance of seeking help from trained professionals and explores Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) as the gold standard treatment. She also mentions her therapy approach integrating mindfulness, acceptance, and facing uncertainty. The episode concludes with Erin encouraging listeners to reach out for professional help and promoting her upcoming private podcast focusing on the interconnectedness of mind, body, spirit, and nature.
00:00 Welcome to Bossing Up: Understanding OCD
01:10 Meet Erin: Your Guide to Overcoming OCD
01:33 The Intricacies of the OCD Cycle Explained
02:48 Real-Life Struggles: Stories from the OCD Frontline
05:17 Breaking Down the OCD Cycle: A Detailed Look
09:10 Personalizing the Fight: Therapy and Beyond
12:25 Seeking Professional Help: The Path to Recovery
17:00 Erin's Closing Thoughts: You Are More Than Your Thoughts
✨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 Dec 01, 2023
Friday Dec 01, 2023
Are you constantly worried about something bad happening? Or overwhelmed by doubts and fears that maybe you haven't found “the one?” Or are you stressed out by the thought of impulsively hurting yourself?
While these are just a few things that go into the themes of OCD, you’ll learn that this isn’t the whole story. Welcome to the podcast of Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD. I'm your host, Erin Davis. And I will be teaching you the signs, symptoms, and strategies to boss up to OCD. I'll share stories, chat with other experts and dive into the complexities of OCD so you can understand the games that OCD likes to play.
It's not as simple as wanting things neatly organized. OCD can be a life-altering medical diagnosis. Sometimes the hardest thing to do is to beat the voice in your own head. Oftentimes, people come into therapy sharing things that they have never told anyone before. OCD can make you feel embarrassed, ashamed, and alone. I can help you come out of the valley and enjoy the view!
No matter where you are in your journey. I’m glad you’re here. Let’s do this!
✨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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