The OCD Whisperer Podcast with Kristina Orlova

This week I interview Sarah Carr about motivation for ERP work especially if you hit a rough patch. She can be found on her website

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• IG @ocdwhisperer
• Resources for OCD
• eBk: How to Stop Compulsive Rumination + 30 day journal

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes. Though I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California & specialize in OCD and Anxiety Disorders, this does not replace therapy.

See you in the next episode!

Keep going in the meantime.

*Episodes come out out bi-weekly.

In today’s episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, we are joined by Amanda Petrik-Gardner, a true expert in the treatment of OCD and related disorders.

One of the key points we discuss is the difference between obsessional doubt and reasonable doubt. Amanda really emphasizes the importance of recognizing whether our doubts are based on direct evidence or our imagination running wild. It's all about distinguishing between what's real and what's not.

We also touch on the concept of inferential confusion. This is when we arrive at conclusions based on a reasoning process that is based on imagined scenarios, making it difficult to trust our own senses and perceptions. But fear not, because Amanda introduces us to the concept of reality sensing. It's all about regaining that trust in ourselves and our own experiences.

In This Episode

• [01:19] Obsessional doubt versus reasonable doubt
• [07:57] Inferential confusion and its resolution
• [09:12] The role of senses in OCD
• [11:23] Using reality sensing in therapy
• [13:19] Comparison of inference-based CBT with exposure therapy
• [18:57] The role of imagination in OCD
• [18:45] Resources for learning about CBT
• [20:03] Accessing the online class "Be OCD Free”.

Notable Quotes

• [05:27] “We don't tend to act on possibilities until something in the present moment tells us to do so. Once we get that information now, it's reasonable to act on it.” Amanda
• [07:41] “Inferential confusion is a fancy word just to say we are confusing reality for imagination. We're distrusting our senses. We're over-relying on possibilities. We're taking things like facts and using them in and out of context.” - Amanda
• [13:43] “If we can change the doubt, then everything that follows after the doubt is resolved. But what I mean by that is after the doubt comes the fear, the anxiety, and then the compulsion. If we can address the doubt from the beginning, then none of the rest even happens.” - Amanda

Our Guest

Amanda Petrik-Gardner

Amanda Petrik-Gardner, LCPC, LPC, LIMHP, is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor spanning Kansas and Maine, and Licensed Professional Counselor across Arizona, Colorado, Michigan, and Missouri. She's also the creator of the OCD Exposure Coloring Book. With expertise in OCD, anxiety, and Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Amanda offers teletherapy in several states including Florida, facilitating transformative counseling.

Resources & Links

Kristina Orlova, LMFT

• https://www.instagram.com/ocdwhisperer/
• https://www.youtube.com/c/OCDWhispererChannel
• https://www.korresults.com/
• https://www.onlineocdacademy.com

Amanda Petrik-Gardner

• https://www.amandalcpc.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/AnxietyOCDTreatment
• https://www.instagram.com/anxietyocdtreatment
• https://twitter.com/AnxietyOCDTx

**Disclaimer**

Please note, while our host is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders in the state of California, this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for therapy.

Stay tuned for bi-weekly episodes filled with valuable insights and tips for managing OCD and anxiety. And remember, keep going in the meantime. See you in the next episode!

Today I answer a couple of common questions I get:

1. How can I be ready for ERP?
2. How do I work on compulsive rumination??

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• IG @ocdwhisperer
• Resources for OCD
• eBk: How to Stop Compulsive Rumination + 30 day journal
• Facebook Podcast Community

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes. Though I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California & specialize in OCD and Anxiety Disorders, this does not replace therapy.

See you in the next episode!

Keep going in the meantime.

*Episodes come out out bi-weekly.

In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, we're chatting with Dr. Reid Wilson, a clinical psychologist who specializes in anxiety disorders and OCD. With his groundbreaking approach, he has helped countless individuals regain control of their lives and find relief from the grip of anxiety.

During our conversation, Dr. Wilson shares his incredible self-help program called the 6-Moment Game. This program is all about empowering individuals to effectively manage their obsessions. And let me tell you, it's a game-changer!

Dr. Wilson emphasizes that the content of our obsessions is actually irrelevant. It's all about how we handle them. He introduces us to the concept of the 6-Moment Game, which involves being mindful of the present moment and dealing with obsessions and urges as they come up.

In This Episode

• [00:47] Introduction to Dr. Reid Wilson and his expertise in self-help for anxiety disorders and OCD
• [01:12] The importance of understanding OCD
• [03:47] Introducing the concept of the 6-Moment Game
• [04:22] The “six moments” process
• [11:58] The importance of moving forward and not getting caught up in the prepositional phrases of obsessions
• [15:55] Self-help treatment and collaborative therapy
• [19:10] The importance of provoking distressing uncertainty.
• [20:22] Creating rules and following a game plan
• [24:32] Understanding the simplicity and difficulty of the process of managing OCD

Notable Quotes

• [03:40] “The six moments are a manifestation of what we've learned. So we learn about principles. We understand that we're playing a mental game against this really very powerful disorder. And when we kind of learn those principles, we're going to bring them down into the moment.” - Dr. Reid
• [23:14] “The brain works best when the unconscious mind is out of the way.” - Dr. Reid

Our Guest

Dr. Reid Wilson

Dr. Reid Wilson is a recognized expert in anxiety disorders and OCD self-help for over 30 years and leads Anxieties.com, an Anxiety Disorders Treatment Center. He has authored several acclaimed books, including "Stopping the Noise in Your Head: The New Way to Overcome Anxiety and Worry" and "Don’t Panic," and has appeared on shows like Oprah and Good Morning America. His contributions were honored by ADAA and the OCD Foundation with their highest awards in 2014 and 2019.

Resources & Links

Kristina Orlova, LMFT

• https://www.instagram.com/ocdwhisperer/
• https://www.youtube.com/c/OCDWhispererChannel
• https://www.korresults.com/
• https://www.onlineocdacademy.com

Dr. Reid Wilson

• https://anxieties.com
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/rreidwilson/

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Please note, while our host is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders in the state of California, this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for therapy.

Stay tuned for bi-weekly episodes filled with valuable insights and tips for managing OCD and anxiety. And remember, keep going in the meantime. See you in the next episode!

Today we are covering compulsive rumination: what it is, why people rationalize why it is important to keep ruminating, and simple strategies to try today.

Strategies discussed are:

1. Catch yourself in the act! Increase your awareness of how much of this behavior you engage in.
2. Set firm boundaries with no ifs buts or anything else! Example: I will parking lot thinking about this for 24 hrs.

Talk back using strategies that foster non-engagement with the content. For example: I have thought about x for so long and have not gotten any more clear on anything. This mental processing is not yielding results and I will no longer do this especially when I am anxious and feel a sense of urgency or need.

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• IG @ocdwhisperer
• Resources for OCD
• eBook- Your Guide to Compulsive Rumination +30 day journal

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes. Though I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, this does not replace therapy.

See you in the next episode!

Keep going.

*Episodes will be coming out bi-weekly.