A Discussion about PTSD with Dr. Joseph Birli
Chris discusses trauma symptoms, and their corresponding treatments with a trauma expert, Dr. Joseph Birli. A wonderfully competent, and seasoned therapist, Dr. Birli brings many years of experience t...
10 Maj 202146min
Is There a Connection between Obsessions and Outcomes - Association OCD
Chris responds to a listener's question about "Association OCD," pointing to the "heart beat" of this symptom-dimension. Chris also sets-up Monday's episode: he and a guest will discuss the nature an...
7 Maj 202119min
To Choose or Not to Choose: That is the Question
Chris discusses the notion that 'you are not your thoughts," and your anxiety, even when it's really, really bad, can't hurt you - unless you let it. Our compulsions make our thoughts "real." So fight...
6 Maj 202124min
Gonna Tell You A Bit about Myself
Chris discloses some of his specific OCD-presentation, and what it looks like in real time. He also responds to a listener's question/email. Thanks for checking out the podcast. Feel free to reach ou...
30 Apr 202130min
When I'm Loving Someone with OCD
Chris discusses a common familial scenario: family members of OCDers want to know how to be helpful. This is a frequently asked question in the therapeutic process. That said, his responses are necess...
29 Apr 202141min
Weed-Smoking, Psychotropic Medications, and OCD
Chris responds to a listener's question about meds, supplements. In the process, he discusses other substances that are commonly inquired about in treatment. Feel free to reach out with questions you...
20 Apr 202123min
The Cognitive Model: How You Can Force Symptomatological Change
Chris discusses two kinds of patients: one comes to the game to watch from the sideline while the others fight the battle, the other comes to fight through the stages of adversity to win with his team...
15 Apr 202135min
The Various Faces of Existential OCD
Chris responds to a listener's request for a subtype-description. Like some others, this listener requested that the response be made on the podcast, rather than via email. Thanks to the listener for ...
14 Apr 202141min
