#172 - Two Therapists, One Podcast: Unraveling OCD, Anxiety, and Trauma with Nick Overbaugh, Licensed Counselor

In this episode, my husband, Nick (also a licensed therapist) and I explore evidence-based strategies like exposure and response prevention (ERP) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to navigate the challenges of intrusive thoughts, panic, and trauma. Discover the importance of establishing a stable foundation before addressing trauma triggers and gain valuable insights into managing OCD and anxiety effectively. Whether you're seeking clarity on avoidance behaviors or looking for practical strategies to reclaim your life, this episode has something for everyone. We also talk about: Exposure and response prevention (ERP) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as foundational treatment approaches Common queries, like "why am I avoiding certain places? Is it PTSD or OCD?" The importance of stability before tackling trauma triggers 🚧 Discover your OCD/Anxiety Recovery Roadblock with our FREE quiz: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com/recovery-roadblock⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👏 Unlock your free 40-minute video on "5 Must-Know Strategies for Handling Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jennaoverbaughlpc.com/strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💪 Ready to conquer OCD/anxiety? Explore The OCD and Anxiety Recovery Blueprint - with or without a therapist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jennaoverbaughlpc.com/blueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙️ Dive into Jenna's latest "All The Hard Things" podcast episodes: ⁠⁠⁠https://jennaoverbaughlpc.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ DISCLAIMER: Please keep in mind that Jenna is not your therapist. She does not provide you with individualized recommendations or advice. The information provided is intended as educational information only. Jenna cannot tell you what you should do, what you shouldn’t do, or give recommendations based on your unique situations or circumstances. Nothing on this page or Site should be construed as therapeutic recommendation or personalized advice. If you are in need of such services, please consult with a physician or other medical provider right away to determine the best course of action for you. We are not responsible for your use of this page, this website, or the contents within. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL TREATMENT BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU READ OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEBSITE AND CONTENT. For more information, please read the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimer. Your continued use of this platform, this page, and the contents within constitutes as your agreement with this agreement. © 2024 Jenna Overbaugh, LLC, All Rights Reserved jennaoverbaughlpc.com/terms jennaoverbaughlpc.com/privacy jennaoverbaughlpc.com/disclaimer