OCD, Struggles, and Spreading Hope: The Story Of Jesse Katches | Get to know OCD Ep 25
Get to know OCD21 Nov 2024

OCD, Struggles, and Spreading Hope: The Story Of Jesse Katches | Get to know OCD Ep 25

When intrusive thoughts took over his life, Jesse Katches felt isolated, hopeless, and afraid to share his struggles — even with his roommate. Fast-forward to today, and Jesse has transformed his pain into purpose as a mental health advocate reaching millions online.

In this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, Dr. Patrick McGrath sits down with Jesse to discuss his journey through anxiety and OCD, the power of vulnerability, and why taking one small step at a time can change everything. They explore the courage it takes to live authentically, the challenges of sharing personal stories online, and the surprising ways advocacy helps erase the stigma of mental health struggles.

If you are or a loved one is experiencing OCD, there is hope. Visit https://learn.nocd.com/podcast to learn more about effective, evidence-based treatment.

Show notes:

0:00 Intro

1:44 Why Jesse began posting online about mental health and OCD

7:39 Dealing with online trolls

11:03 Living life in spite of OCD

14:57 The importance of having nerves

17:15 Dating with OCD

22:37 Changing the narrative around mental health

27:00 Remember why you’re doing it

29:51 Know you’re not alone

31:51 Future of content

34:51 Decreasing the stigma

36:54 Risk of reaching out for help

43:45 Being nice to yourself

47:26 Jesse’s advice to content creators thinking of opening up about struggles



Follow us on social media:

https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/

https://twitter.com/treatmyocd

https://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episoder(200)

When OCD Makes You Fear Yourself: Understanding Your Intrusive Thoughts

When OCD Makes You Fear Yourself: Understanding Your Intrusive Thoughts

OCD can distort reality, making intrusive thoughts about self-harm or suicide feel overwhelming and urgent. But there is a critical difference between suicidal OCD and true intent. In this important v...

21 Jan 20255min

OCD, Hair Pulling, & Skin Picking: What You Need to Know

OCD, Hair Pulling, & Skin Picking: What You Need to Know

Why do some people compulsively pull their hair or pick at their skin? In this episode, Dr. McGrath breaks down body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), including trichotillomania (hair pulling) and...

19 Jan 20255min

She Wrote A Song About Her OCD Experience

She Wrote A Song About Her OCD Experience

Nicole Sophia didn’t just write about her OCD — she gave it a name, a voice, and a melody. On this episode of Get to know OCD podcast, she opens up about Samantha, the song and music video that captur...

16 Jan 202552min

Expert-Approved Tips To Take Control of OCD In 2025

Expert-Approved Tips To Take Control of OCD In 2025

Dr. Patrick McGrath, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience treating OCD, has helped thousands of people reclaim their lives from the relentless grip of intrusive thoughts a...

12 Jan 202514min

Breaking Food Battles and OCD Cycles With Dr. Taylor Arnold

Breaking Food Battles and OCD Cycles With Dr. Taylor Arnold

Dr. Taylor Arnold, pediatric dietitian and the mind behind Growing Intuitive Eaters, joins Get to Know OCD to share her personal journey of overcoming OCD and breaking the cycle of disordered eating. ...

9 Jan 202547min

Your OCD Game Plan For 2025

Your OCD Game Plan For 2025

Welcome to 2025! With a new year comes new opportunities to take charge of your mental health. In this video, Brenna Posey — a NOCD team member who’s also faced her own OCD journey — shares five essen...

4 Jan 202510min

From Inner Critic To Inner Ally: Transforming OCD And Self-Talk

From Inner Critic To Inner Ally: Transforming OCD And Self-Talk

Kick off 2025 with an empowering episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast featuring Katie Horwitch—author, mindset coach, founder of Women Against Negative Talk (WANT), and OCD advocate. Katie has faced...

2 Jan 202557min

Your Path To OCD Treatment In 2025

Your Path To OCD Treatment In 2025

Make 2025 the year you take control of your OCD with insights from Brenna Posey, a NOCD team member. Brenna brings a unique perspective as both an expert in OCD care and someone who has personally exp...

29 Des 202410min

Populært innen Helse

fastlegen
lydartikler-fra-aftenposten
rss-gukild-johaug
hvordan-har-du-det-mann
psykodrama
relasjonspodden-med-dora-thorhallsdottir-kjersti-idem
leger-om-livet
rss-garne-damer
foreldreradet
hjernesterk
hormonelle-frida
morten-ramm-lar-kakla-ga-til-du-sovner
rss-lopedrommen
bak-fasaden-en-reise-i-livet-med-sykepleier-ine
klimaks
g-punktet
rss-kull
rss-sunn-okonomi
helsetipspodden
sinnsyn