252: What Are Intrusive Thoughts and Why Do They Feel So Disturbing? with OCD Therapist Katey Olson

252: What Are Intrusive Thoughts and Why Do They Feel So Disturbing? with OCD Therapist Katey Olson

Have you ever had a thought pop into your head that felt so disturbing, so out of character, that you immediately wondered what it says about you?

You are not broken. And you are not alone.

Shannon sits down with OCD and anxiety therapist Katey Olson to finally break down intrusive thoughts in a way that actually makes sense. They cover what intrusive thoughts are, why some people get so stuck in them, and why trying to push them away or figure them out only makes things worse.

They also get into the overlap between anxiety and OCD — including how to tell the difference, why the treatment isn't exactly the same, and what inference-based CBT is for the people who aren't ready or willing to do exposure therapy. Plus, the one thing that matters more than getting rid of intrusive thoughts entirely: your relationship with them.

If intrusive thoughts have ever made you question your safety, your sanity, or who you are — this episode is going to help.

Find Katey:

  • Instagram: @kateyolsontherapy
  • Website: kateyolsontherapy.com

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