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 ...
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Your Anxiety Toolkit - Practical Skills for Anxiety, Panic & Depression
Kimberley Quinlan, LMFT | Anxiety & OCD Specialist
Kimberley Quinlan, an anxiety specialist for over 15 years, delivers Science-Based Solutions for Anxiety, Panic, Depression, OCD, Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, & other difficult emotions. The New York Times listed Your Anxiety Toolkit as one of the "6 Podcasts to Soothe An Anxious Mind" (April 27, 2024). We are on a mission to help people who want to thrive in the face of anxiety and other mental health struggles. A beautiful life is possible!
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https://linktr.ee/ocdstraighttalk Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/chris-leins/subscribe An anxiety and OCD treatment-specialist explains how these debilitating conditions are effectively treated, why sometimes they're not, and how anxiety sufferers tend to keep themselves symptomatic. This podcast is designed both for those who suffer from anxiety disorders, and OCD and related disorders, and those who seek to treat this population with greater efficacy. Subscribe at: https://ancho
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This podcast is inspired by the mental health professionals in the Facebook group Continuing Education. You will hear stories of becoming a CEU provider, adding additional income streams as a therapist, and more.
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Dr. Drew Pinsky, board certified internist and addiction medicine specialist, takes listener calls and talks to experts on a variety of topics relating to health, relationships, sex and drug addiction.
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Power of EMDR for Trauma Healing | Tuesday Truth Talks
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12:42📽️ Watch the full video at vip.livebeyonddoubt.com in the Tuesday Truth Talks Section. You'll hear from an experienced EMDR therapist, Laurel, about the benefits and applications of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) in treating trauma. The discussion covers the practical techniques for reducing the impact of traumatic memories, t…
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436 6 Schedule Habits That Are Secretly Making Your Anxiety Worse
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32:17Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? In this episode, anxiety specialist Kimberley Quinlan reveals six sneaky schedule habits that may be fueling your anxiety—and exactly how to shift toward calm, clarity, and confidence in your daily routine.
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I Thought It Was All In My Head... Until I Discovered This One Thing | Ep 78
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8:59Are you struggling with anxiety that therapy and medication just can't fix? You're not alone. In this deeply personal episode, I reveal how discovering my celiac disease changed EVERYTHING - not just for my mental health, but for my marriage that was hanging by a thread. What if your anxiety isn't just "in your head"? What if the key to feeling bet…
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Chris talks through the assumptions we have to make in order to build and believe the nature of our intrusive thoughts. kentuckyocd.com
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Overcoming Dental Anxiety Through Tapping Techniques | Tuesday Truth Talks
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12:15📽️ Watch the full video at vip.livebeyonddoubt.com in the Tuesday Truth Talks Section. We explore overcoming a fear of the dentist through a live coaching session focused on tapping techniques. This is a personal story about dental trauma while stationed overseas, which has led to severe anxiety. Jennifer, a seasoned counselor, guides through a pra…
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435 Eating Disorder vs OCD: How to Tell Them Apart and Why It Matters (with Guilia Suro)
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40:17In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan and Dr. Giulia Suro unpack the overlapping features of OCD and eating disorders, helping you understand how to tell them apart, how they interact, and how to treat them effectively.
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Chris identifies three common pitfalls or challenges that face the average patient engaging ERP for OCD symptoms.
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Am I a Narcissist? With Carla Litto | Ep 77
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21:10💌 Is your brilliant mind sabotaging your love life? Transform relationship overthinking into relationship clarity with my FREE 5-day email course: “The Overthinker's Guide to Love.” In this episode, I sit down with Carla Lido, a no-nonsense Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in untangling difficult relationships, both romantic a…
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Redefining Passion: Intimacy and Confidence | Tuesday Truth Talks
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15:22🎥 Watch the full video in the free members area at vip.livebeyonddoubt.com Enhancing Intimacy and Self-Confidence: Overcoming Intrusive Thoughts Today's episode features a conversation about overcoming intrusive thoughts and their impact on sexual wellness. My guest shares her personal journey and strategies for improving intimacy and self-esteem. …
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In this episode, OCD specialist Dr. Max Maisel joins Kimberley Quinlan to unpack the misunderstood experience of Sensorimotor OCD and offers empowering, evidence-based strategies to help listeners find relief and reclaim their lives.
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💌 Is your brilliant mind sabotaging your love life? Transform relationship overthinking into relationship clarity with my FREE 5-day email course: “The Overthinker's Guide to Love.” Have you ever turned a disaster into a favorite story? In today's episode, I share two wedding day mishaps that have become beloved memories. Through these stories, I'l…
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Help! My Loved One Just Won't Get Better, Pt. 2
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20:10Chris discusses another 'etreme' case in which OCD is "running the house."
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Maximizing Personal Development Through Mentorship with Debbie Heiser | Tuesday Truth Talks
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11:00🎥 Watch the full video in the free members area at vip.livebeyonddoubt.com 📖 Grab Debbie's Book Here: The Mentorship Edge In this episode of Tuesday Truth Talks, we engage with Debbie Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist specializing in midlife and older stages of life. Debbie elucidates the importance of building supportive community envi…
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433 OCD & the Brain (with Uma Chatterjee)
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1:07:03In this eye-opening episode, Kimberley Quinlan and neuroscientist Dr. Uma Chatterjee explore the fascinating science behind OCD, offering powerful insights into why OCD feels so real—and how understanding your brain can be a key to recovery.
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The Path Less Travelled with Debbie | Ep 75
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26:46💌 Is your brilliant mind sabotaging your love life? Transform relationship overthinking into relationship clarity with my FREE 5-day email course: “The Overthinker's Guide to Love.” In this episode of Bossing Up Overcoming OCD, we welcome Debbie Caudle, host of The High Ticket Woman podcast and a public speaker. Debbie shares her wisdom on relation…
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Leaving Toxic Relationships | Tuesday Truth Talks
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20:13🎥 Watch the full video in the free members area at vip.livebeyonddoubt.com In this episode of 'Tuesday Truth Talks,' a special guest shares her raw and unfiltered story of breaking free from a controlling and toxic relationship. She discusses her personal journey of recognizing narcissistic behavior, letting go of control, and ultimately finding fr…
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432 OCD Treatment in 2025: Updates in Research, Treatment & the Future (with Dr Jon Abramowitz)
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50:51In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan and Dr. Jon Abramowitz explore the current state of OCD treatment in 2025, highlighting what’s working, what challenges remain, and how the future of personalized, evidence-based care is evolving.
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Before I Speak: How to Stop the Relationship Worry Spiral | Ep 74
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17:55💔 Are your relationship worries trying to tell you something… or is anxiety running the show? If you overthink every text, second-guess your partner’s intentions, or constantly wonder if you’re in the right relationship, you’re not alone. This quick quiz will help you separate real red flags from anxious thoughts. In this episode of Bossing Up, Ove…
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The Art of Experiential Learning with Karen Carnabucci
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29:38In this episode of the Continuing Education for Mental Health Professionals Podcast, host Natasha Moharter interviews Karen, a seasoned therapist and board-certified psychodrama trainer. They discuss Karen's extensive journey in the mental health field, her introduction to experiential therapy, and the importance of interactive learning methods suc…
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Help! My Loved One Just Won't Get Better, Pt. 1
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19:19Chris discusses a case example of an OCDer who has not made progress, despite many opportunities and much patience on the part of his family. The question in this instance becomes not, What should he be doing to get better? It's, What should HIS FAMILY be doing?
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In this heartfelt episode, Kimberley Quinlan and relationship therapist Elizabeth Shaw explore how to manage the anxiety, grief, and pressure that often come with dating and the fear of never finding love.
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Beyond Pills: How Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine Calm the Anxious Mind | Ep 73
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38:59💔 Are your relationship worries trying to tell you something… or is anxiety running the show? If you overthink every text, second-guess your partner’s intentions, or constantly wonder if you’re in the right relationship, you’re not alone. This quick quiz will help you separate real red flags from anxious thoughts. In this episode of 'Bossing Up, Ov…
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Chris discusses the importance not only of the 5 Pillars, but of the grit and resilience required of patients in order to successfully adhere to them. Every anxious person has grit, by virtue of his or her facing it all day long while simultaneously working and contributing to a family. But only some demonstrate that grit in therapy.KentuckyOCD.com…
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430 How to Stop Overthinking Every Social Interaction
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14:55In this episode of Your Anxiety Toolkit, Kimberley Quinlan shares why we spiral after social situations and gives you a 4-step strategy to break the overthinking cycle with self-compassion and intention.
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Balancing Personal and Professional Confidence | Ep 72
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13:02💔 Are your relationship worries trying to tell you something… or is anxiety running the show? If you overthink every text, second-guess your partner’s intentions, or constantly wonder if you’re in the right relationship, you’re not alone. This quick quiz will help you separate real red flags from anxious thoughts. In this episode of 'Bossing Up, Ov…
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Chris unpacks the history of ERP, and discusses some of the particulars of the 1966 study that marked the founding of what would become the world's Gold Standard treatment for OCD. Also, Feedspot selected the 25 Best OCD Podcasts from thousands of candidates. Thanks to fans, OCD Straight Talk slid comfortably into #5. To check out Feedspots selecti…
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429 The Secret to Unshakable Confidence (with Russ Harris)
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44:17In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan and Dr. Russ Harris explore how to build real, lasting confidence—not by eliminating fear, but by learning to take action alongside it.
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Rise Like a Phoenix: The 3 Essential Keys to Thriving After Trauma | Ep 71
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30:58💔 Are your relationship worries trying to tell you something… or is anxiety running the show? If you overthink every text, second-guess your partner’s intentions, or constantly wonder if you’re in the right relationship, you’re not alone. This quick quiz will help you separate real red flags from anxious thoughts. In this special episode of Bossing…
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Chris answers the question, What makes a good OCD therapist? The answer is multifaceted, and it might surprise you. Feel free to reach out with any questions you might have to [email protected], Thank you. Out of thousands of podcasts globally, you've made OCD Straight Talk #5 on Feedspot's Top 25 Podcasts on OCD. Check out those Top 25 he…
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428 The Fear of Judgment: How to Stop Worrying About What Others Think
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16:50In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan shares practical tools to help you stop fearing judgment and start living more freely, even when anxiety is along for the ride.
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💔 Are your relationship worries trying to tell you something… or is anxiety running the show? If you overthink every text, second-guess your partner’s intentions, or constantly wonder if you’re in the right relationship, you’re not alone. This quick quiz will help you separate real red flags from anxious thoughts. Join Erin Davis, an OCD therapist …
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Chris discusses the YBOCS-II Cheat Sheet. The question isn't how do you cheat on the YBOCS-II test; it's how do you cheat the OCD, itself.
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427 Listen to This if You are Completely Overwhelmed
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17:50If you're feeling mentally, emotionally, or physically overwhelmed, this episode offers compassionate, science-based strategies to help you reset your nervous system and gently take back control.
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Empowering Women through Hypnosis | Ep 69
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16:08💔 Are your relationship worries trying to tell you something… or is anxiety running the show? If you overthink every text, second-guess your partner’s intentions, or constantly wonder if you’re in the right relationship, you’re not alone. This quick quiz will help you separate real red flags from anxious thoughts. Join me as I chat with Sabrina Joh…
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Chris sits down with Lindsay and Emily Stetzer from Presently to discuss managing OCD, ajd growing a business while doing it.
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426 Do I have GAD or OCD? (or both) How to tell the difference
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29:22Not sure if you're struggling with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? In this episode, Kimberley shares her personal journey with both and breaks down how to tell the difference—so you can get the right support and start healing.
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Affirm Mental Health: A Journey to Accessible CEUs with Shaina Siber-Sanderowitz
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54:56In this episode of the Continuing Education for Mental Health Professionals Podcast, host Natasha Moharter interviews Shaina Siber-Sanderowitz, integrative therapist and founder of Affirm Mental Health, LLC. Shaina shares her inspiration behind Affirm Mental Health and her journey to create accessible, affordable, and relevant CEU courses for menta…
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When Workplace Doubts Spiral: Breaking the Overthinking Cycle | Ep 68
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9:20💬 Chat with Erin AI to get OCD support 24/7: https://bit.ly/erin-ai Ever sent an email and then overthought it for hours or left a meeting feeling great only to scrutinize everything you said later? You're not alone. Erin Davis, a relationship coach for high-achieving women, shares how the biblical story of Gideon can help you break free from overt…
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Can You Tell Me Everything I Need to Know in 20 Minutes?
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21:04Chris describes three interdependent ideas that make up good therapy for OCD.
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