190. Dealing with Uncertainty and Why We Stopped Praying for a Miracle with Steve and Carrie Bock
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode, Carrie sits down with her husband Steve to talk about one of life’s har...
189. Are You Stuck Working Too Much?
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores the link between overworking and OCD, sharing warning signs of burn...
188. Stop Fighting Reality: How Radical Acceptance Might be the Key
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie goes “off script” to explore a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skill—ra...
187. Is it Time To Get a New Therapist?
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores how to recognize when it might be time to move on from your therapi...
186. Recognizing and Recovering From All or Nothing Thinking
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores how to identify and overcome all-or-nothing thinking, a common chal...
185. What Does It Mean to Take This Thought Captive? What About Intrusive Thoughts?
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie unpacks what it really means to take a thought captive and why that verse ca...
184. From Questioning God's Will to Embracing Grace: A Personal Story with Michael Kheir
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re wrapping up our Personal Story Summer Series with Michael Kier, author...
183. Deciding to Take OCD Medication During Pregnancy: A Personal Story with Amber Williams Van Zuyen
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As part of the Personal Story Summer Series, we’re bringing back Carrie’s powerful conversation ...
182. Breaking Family Silence and Stigma by Seeking Therapy: Personal Story with Peyton Garland
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie revisits a powerful conversation with author Peyton Garland, who shares her ...
181. My Response to the Updated IOCF's Treatment Recommendations
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie responds to the International OCD Foundation’s newly released 2024 treatme...
180. A Pastor's Daughter Struggles with Scrupulosity: A Personal Story with Stephanie Smith, LPC
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie speaks with Virginia-based therapist Stephanie Smith about her personal and ...
179. She Didn't Give Up on Getting Help: Personal Story with Amber Vetitoe
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As part of our ongoing OCD Personal Story series, Carrie sits down with Amber Vetitoe who bravely sh...
178. Abuse Survivor Delivered from Fear and Unforgiveness: Personal Story with Stormie Omartian
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As part of the OCD Personal Story Summer Series, Carrie shares a special re-airing of her powerful c...
177. Being Diagnosed with OCD Later in Life: A Personal Story wtih Heather Vignali
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie welcomes fellow therapist Heather Vignali to share her personal journey with...
176. OCD From a Young Age: Personal story with Mitzi VanCleve Episode
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 176 of Christian Faith and OCD, Carrie kicks off a new series of personal stories from in...
175. Why Combining ICBT and EMDR Is So Powerful for OCD Treatment
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie shares how integrating ICBT and EMDR creates a powerful, personalized approa...
174. Is ICBT Right for Me? How Do I Know?
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores whether Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT) is a ...
173. Who Are You Really? Discovering Your Real Self with Angela Henry, LCSW
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie sits down with Angela Henry, LCSW, a therapist in private practice based in ...
172. What Does Self-Care as a Christian with OCD look like?
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie dives into the true meaning of self-care—going far beyond bubble baths and...
171. 3 Risks of Feeling Better
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie dives into the unexpected risks of feeling better when dealing with OCD. Whi...
170. Is it my Parent’s Fault I have OCD? Consequences of Rigid Upbringings
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Christian Faith and OCD, Carrie explores the tough question many wrestle with: “...
169. How to Put Your Phone Down For Real with Erick Vargas of Sabbath Space
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Carrie sits down with Christian entrepreneur Erick Vargas to discuss the growi...
168. It Has to be Just Right!
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie wraps up the themes and treatment series with a discussion on Just Right OCD...
167. More Therapy in Less Time: Intensive Outpatient with Madasen McGrath-Wilson
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Carrie as she continues the Themes and Treatment series, offering insight into the different ...
166. When OCD Interferes with Eating. Could it be ARFID? with Brittany Braswell
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie sits down with Brittany Braswell, a registered dietitian and host of Faith F...
165. Is He Really The One for Me? Relationship OCD
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie talks about Relationship OCD and how it distorts normal relationship doubts ...
164. What If I Stab Someone or Kill Myself? Harm OCD
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores the struggles of Harm OCD, including fears of harming others and se...
163. Overcoming Shameful Sexual Themes
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Carrie talks about some of the hardest OCD themes to discuss, like HOCD and PO...
162. Hope for Scrupulosity with Dr. Constance Salhany
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Christian Faith and OCD! This week, Carrie continues the Themes and Treatment serie...
161. What if I Go Crazy? Health Obsessions
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Themes of OCD series! Today, Carrie is diving into health-related OCD, covering ...
160. You Can't Touch It!: Contamination OCD
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Themes and Treatments for OCD series! In this segment, Carrie breaks down contaminat...
159. Parenting a Child with OCD? SPACE coaching with Katie Wetsell
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie welcomes Katie Wetsell, a parent coach and mother of four, to discuss how pa...
158. Is This Thought a Sin?
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie dives deep into the overwhelming fear that often accompanies OCD, particular...
157. When God Forgives What You Can't Forget with Brittany Poppe
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie continues the New Year's series focused on New Year's desires and ...
156. Developing Healthy Routines Without Obsessing about Them with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking to make healthy changes in the new year, you're in the right place. In ...
155. I Can't Sleep! 3 Tips While Struggling with OCD
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie dives into the connection between sleep and mental health, sharing insights ...
154. Using Christian Meditation to Go Deeper with God, an interview with Jennifer Tucker
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Christian Faith and OCD - New Year’s Desires Series (because who needs resolutions wh...
153. What if I Can't Relax? How to Start
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Carrie discusses the challenge of finding true relaxation when your mind is co...
152. Struggling with Motivation in OCD Therapy? A 4 step process to get going!
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the Christians Learning ICBT training: https://carriebock.com/training/ Carrie's servi...
151. 3 Ways to Be Mindful this Christmas Season
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie shares three powerful tips to help you slow down, manage anxiety, and truly ...
150. Five Reasons You're Not Progressing in Your OCD Recovery
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie dives into why you might feel stuck in your OCD recovery and shares powerful...
149. Writing an Alternative Story to OCD's Default Narrative with ICBT
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie gives you an exclusive sneak peek into the upcoming Christians Learning ICBT...
148. Your Obsessional Story: Christians Learning ICBT coming Jan 2025!
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie takes you behind the scenes of one of her ICBT training sessions, which she ...
147. Does Talking About OCD Make It Worse?: 3 Reasons Why
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie delves into the reasons why talking about OCD can sometimes exacerbate the c...
146. One Step to Make a Change
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie discusses the importance of making manageable changes in life, especially fo...
145. Remaining Sane in Your Marriage While Parenting a Toddler: Our 4th Year of Marriage
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s special episode, Carrie is joined by her husband, Steve, as they celebrate four years o...
144. God Loves Me, But I Don't: 5 Ways to Increase Self-Compassion
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie dives deep into the importance of self-compassion and how it is essential in...
143. What if OCD is Telling Me I Don't Have OCD?
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores the common obsession of doubting whether you actually have OCD. She...
142. How Do I Tell Someone I Have OCD?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie dives into the challenges of sharing your OCD diagnosis with others, offerin...
141. Is OCD Keeping You From Reading the Bible?
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores how OCD can disrupt regular Bible reading, leading to either obsess...
140. Help! I Don't Feel Close to God
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores the feelings of spiritual distance and how to navigate those times ...
139. Is There a Test for OCD?
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carrie explores whether there’s a test for OCD and delves into the Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive...
138. The Connection Between Trauma and OCD
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carrie delves into the profound connection between trauma and OCD. Drawing from her experience as a ...
137. This One Thing Will Make OCD Worse Every Time
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie dives into a crucial yet often overlooked factor that can make OCD symptoms ...
136. How Do I Pray about OCD Besides Take it Away?
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carrie explores four ways to pray about OCD that go beyond asking for removal. She shares how prayin...
135. Highly Sensitive? How This Affects OCD Treatment
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by a suggestion from our listener Ashley, today Carrie is diving into how being a Highly Se...
134. Three Strategies to Help Stop Obsessive Praying Today
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carrie explores how OCD can interfere with your prayer life and offers effective strategies to manag...
133. Looking for an Alternative to ERP? Find out if ICBT is Right for You
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carrie discusses Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT) as a helpful option, explaining...
132. Sexual Obsession or Lust? Scrupulosity Wants to Know with Steve and Carrie
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Carrie brings back her favorite co-host, her husband Steve to discuss t...
Bonus Episode: The Rebrand Story of Christian Faith and OCD
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Carrie as she introduces the rebranded podcast, "Christian Faith and OCD. She shares the j...
131. Relationship Obsessions Combined with Scrupulosity: Pierre's Story
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie shares Pierre's courageous journey with OCD, exploring how childhood fe...
130. Need More Than Weekly Therapy? Is a Therapy Retreat Right for You? with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie shares the benefits and outcomes of therapeutic retreats, how they are struc...
129. Four Steps to Healing from Spiritual Abuse with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores the profound impact of spiritual abuse on mental and emotional heal...
128. How to Develop a 3 Song Playlist That Will Calm an Anxiety Attack
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie revisits insights from a previous conversation with music therapist Tim Ring...
127. Do I need therapy? How to Know and Why Summer is the Best Time! with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores the signs that indicate you might need therapy and why summer is th...
126. What if I Abuse My Child? Postpartum OCD Story with Sarah Brown
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie interviews Sarah Brown about her experience with postpartum OCD. Sarah share...
125. Help For When You Can't Stop Googling Everything! with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie talks about the downsides of Googling too much, especially for those with OC...
124. What to do When Compulsions Become Habits and Routines
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie talks about the downsides of Googling too much, especially for those with OC...
123. Three Reasons You Don't Prioritize Self-Care with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie delves into the importance of self-care amidst life's challenges. She e...
122. How Do I Deal With Uncertainty? with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie delves into the challenges of facing uncertainty amidst significant life tra...
121. Suicide Prevention: One Life Box at a Time with Heather Palacios of Wondherful
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie interviews Heather Palacios, founder of Wondherful, Inc, about suicide preve...
120. Are You Overly Responsible for Others' Choices? 3 Ways to Know. with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores feeling overly responsible for others' feelings and actions. S...
119. ICBT as an Alternative to ERP from the client's perspective with Crystal Propes
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Carrie interviews Crystal Propes about her journey with ERP therapy and...
118: How Do I know if this Thought is an OCD Obsession? with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Carrie as she helps you distinguish personal thoughts from OCD obsessions. She breaks down comm...
117. Demonic Oppression or OCD? A personal Story with Jessica Ray
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carrie interviews Jessica Ray about her experiences with OCD and faith. They discuss how OCD develop...
116. Why Am I Depressed and Tired All the Time? Could it be Sleep Apnea? with Carrie Bock
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Carrie today as she shares her personal journey with unexplained fatigue and depression, leadin...
115. Choosing Supplements for Anxiety with Dan Chapman of Redd Remedies
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie explores the link between emotional health and gut health with Dan Chapman, ...
114. Vagal Nerve Stimulation for Anxiety with Dr. Nicholas Hool
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie interviews Dr. Nicholas Hool about his personal struggle with anxiety and ho...
113. From Suicidal to Thriving, a Personal Story with Sara Nicole Tynan
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, Carrie interviews Sara Tynan, author and wellness educator, about her jour...
112. Finding Motivation to Finish with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, Carrie shares a six-step guide for finding motivation and achieving your g...
111. Using Humor with ERP with Judy Lair, LPCC
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Carrie is joined by Judy Lair, a licensed professional clinical counselor specializing in...
110. Healthy Conflict with Janeen Davis, PsyD, MFT
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, Carrie is joined by Dr. Janeen Davis, an expert in conflict psychology and...
109. What Christmas Teaches us about Managing Anxiety and OCD with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Carrie talks about the Christmas story in our Christmas special and how it can help with anxiety and...
108. OCD Personal Story with Michael Kheir
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, Carrie sits down with Michael Kheir, the author of "Waging War Against...
107. Impact of Childhood Adverse Experiences (ACES) with Diana Rice, LMHC, CIMHP, CTP, QS
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, Carrie sits down with Diana Rice, a licensed mental health counselor and certi...
106. Maximizing Your First Counseling Session with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, Carrie delves into the importance of maximizing your first counseling session....
105. Joy Comes in the Morning: 3rd Year of Marriage
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Carrie and her husband Steve reflect on their three-year marriage journey a...
104. Being Kinder to Ourselves and Others with Greg Atkinson
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, Carrie interviews Greg Atkinson, an entrepreneur, speaker and author, about...
103. Bouncing Back with Resilience with Donna Cox Gibbs, LCMHCS
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, Carrie sits down with Donna Cox Gibbs, a licensed clinical mental health co...
102. Anxiety and Coparenting with Tammy Daughtry, LMFT
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie sits down with Tammy Daughtry, author of "Co-Parenting Works: Helping Y...
101. A Secret Life (OCD) with Jim Juliana
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Carrie as she sits down with Jim Juliana, an author, former high school teacher and an athletic...
100. 100 Tips for Managing Anxiety with Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special 100th episode, I dive into a comprehensive list of 100 tips for managing anxiety. ...
99. My Grief and Loss Journey
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, I want to take a moment to open up and share my personal journey of grief and ...
98. Stories of Hope
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We continue sharing inspiring stories of our past guests finding hope amidst anxiety and OCD struggl...
97. Stories of Hope (Part 1)
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we compile and share stories of hope from previous guests of the podcast. These sto...
96. Theology of Suffering with Jon Seidl
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Carrie is joined by John Seidl, author of "Finding Rest" and president of...
95. Healthier Theology of Healing with Pastor Mark Smith
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are privileged to have Pastor Mark Smith from Refuge Church Nashville on the show today to discus...
94. Podcast Updates and Mom's View on God
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Carrie shares some of the lessons she has learned about God from being a mothe...
93. Incognito Christian Counselors with Ann Taylor McNiece, LMFT
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Carrie as she dives into an interesting conversation with Ann Taylor McNiece, LMFT on Incognito...
92. When Ministry Becomes Toxic with Carrie and Steve Bock
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, I have an interesting conversation with my favorite guest, my husband Steve Bo...