Inside Chris Trondsen's Lifelong Fight Against OCD | Get to know OCD Ep 17
Get to know OCD24 Loka 2024

Inside Chris Trondsen's Lifelong Fight Against OCD | Get to know OCD Ep 17

Chris Trondsen is an OCD advocate in every sense of the word. Not only is he a therapist, but he also serves on the Board of Directors for the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF). He’s been remarkably open about his lifelong battle with OCD — a journey marked by severe challenges that nearly led to tragedy.

In this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, recorded live at the 2024 IOCDF Conference in Orlando, Chris shares a candid, unfiltered look at his struggles and ultimate recovery. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone that feels their OCD is unmanageable.

If you or a loved one is struggling with OCD, know there is help. Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://learn.nocd.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠ to learn more.

Show notes:
0:00 Intro

1:50 Chris’ background

3:25 Emergence of OCD and body dysmorphic disorder in Chris

6:27 The OCD subtype that dominated Chris’ early life

9:55 Chris’ compulsions lead to his lowest point

18:04 Recovery wasn’t easy

21:02 Finding out he had OCD

24:01 Why evidence-based care is so important

29:28 Treating OCD as a career

33:01 Chris involvement with OCD SoCal

34:46 Mom saved Chris’ life

40:24 Recognizing Chris’ old self

44:00 A question Patrick has never asked a guest

47:47 Advice to those looking for treatment

50:40 What Chris wants to be remembered for

53:42 Chris’ message to you


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