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Christian Faith and OCD, Scrupulosity, Intrusive Thoughts, Compulsions, Peace

192. What I Wish Pastors Knew About OCD with Rachel Kuchem Woodward, LCSW

24 Sep 2025

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Carrie is joined by Rachel Kuchem Woodward, LCSW, a therapist with lived experience of OCD, to discuss how pastors can better support those who struggle through insights on discipleship, treatment, shame, and spiritual warfare.Episode Highlights:-Rachel’s personal journey with OCD and how her faith community played a role in her healing.-How pastors can discern between normal spiritual wrestling and scrupulosity.-The role of safe spaces, gospel-centered preaching, and grace-based discipleship in supporting those with OCD.-The overlap of OCD and spiritual warfare, and how to navigate it without fear or confusion.-Resources for pastors and helpers to grow in their understanding of OCD.-Rachel’s upcoming book Gap Filler: Captive to Captivated and the hope it offers to both sufferers and shepherds.Connect with Rachel:re-vivinglivescounseling.comwww.instagram.com/revivinglivescounselingExplore the Christians Learning ICBT training: https://carriebock.com/training/ Carrie's services and courses: carriebock.com/services/ carriebock.com/resources/Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/christianfaithandocd/and like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/christianfaithandocd for the latest updates and sneak peeks.

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