About this episode
Licensed and multi-certified therapist Kathryn Wood joins Kristie and Felicia to demystify Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and intrusive thoughts. They break down what OCD actually is (and isn’t) and differentiate reality from pop psychology stereotypes. Some takeaways: The difference between a fleeting thought and a persistent, intrusive thought Why typical “advice” can actually make OCD worse How OCD can manifest: from perfectionism to fears of causing harm Learning to sit with uncertainty as healing For sponsorships, please reach out to wytt@besttherapists.com Be the first to join the upcoming WYTT Substack Follow Felicia on Instagram Follow WYTT on Instagram Connect with Kathryn: Kathryn's website: emboldenedtherapy.com Kathryn’s profile on BestTherapists.com Resources mentioned in this episode: TreatMyOCD.com International OCD Foundation *Hosts: Kristie Plantinga and Felicia Keller Boyle *Watch full episodes on YouTube: What Your Therapist Thinks *Brought to you by BestTherapists.com *Produced by PodVision. If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review, or share it with a friend who might need it! This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you’re struggling, please reach out to a licensed therapist or call your local crisis line for support.