logo
episode-header-image
Mar 2025
10m 49s

My 5 Biggest OCD Recovery Mistakes (And ...

TheOCDandAnxietyPodcast
About this episode

Book your free discovery call directly, visit:

www.robertjamescoaching.com

Welcome to episode 478 of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast with Robert James Coaching. In this episode, we dive into five common mistakes people make when trying to overcome OCD and explore effective strategies to combat them. If you've ever tried to fix every intrusive thought, constantly checked your recovery progress, avoided discomfort, aimed for a perfect recovery, or attempted to navigate OCD alone, this episode offers valuable insights for you.

Discover how embracing uncertainty, focusing on meaningful actions, allowing discomfort, aiming for progress, and seeking support can be game-changers in your recovery journey. Robert shares personal anecdotes and practical advice to help you live the life you choose, free from the grip of fear and anxiety.

Whether you're struggling with OCD or supporting someone on their journey, tune in for guidance and encouragement. Plus, learn how you can connect with Robert for personalized coaching support.

Disclaimer:

Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.

 

 

 

 

Up next
Jul 10
3 Tips to Stop Obsessive Overthinking
Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to episode 510 of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast with Robert James. In this episode, discover the power of choice with three crucial tips to break free from the obsessive loops of OCD. Learn how to ta ... Show More
11m 48s
Jul 9
I Know I Should Do Exposure… So Why Can’t I?
Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to the latest episode of the OCD and Anxiety podcast with Robert James. In this insightful session, discover how identifying your deeper motivations can transform your approach to exposure therapy, ... Show More
8m 48s
Jul 5
The Truth About OCD Recovery: Stop Waiting and Commit
Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode of the OCD and Anxiety podcast, host Robert James delves into the true catalyst for overcoming OCD: commitment. Real change doesn't stem from mere motivation; it arises from the courage to ... Show More
6m 10s
Recommended Episodes
Apr 27
Dr Jon Abramowitz: Living well with OCD (#483)
In episode 483 I chat with Dr Jonathan Abramowitz. Jonathan is a clinical psychologist with a private practice in Chapel Hill, NC specializing in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). He is also Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North C ... Show More
46m 20s
Dec 2024
Comprehensive Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Treatment Guide: Evidence-Based ERP Approaches and Best Practices for Clinicians
In this episode, Dr. David Puder dives deep into the world of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) with renowned expert Dr. Fred Penzel, who brings over 43 years of experience to the table. Together, they explore groundbreaking approaches to treating OCD, including Exposure and Re ... Show More
1h 19m
Dec 2024
Letting Go of Perfectionism
Hi, I’m Dr. Jodi Aman, and today, we’re going to tackle one of the biggest roadblocks to happiness and self-acceptance: perfectionism. I’ll be sharing insights on why perfectionism feels helpful but actually holds us back from joy and peace. We’ll explore ways to let go of these ... Show More
26 m
May 2023
#124 - Coping With the Depression That Can Go Along With OCD
In this episode, I discuss depression as a common comorbidity of OCD. We chat about the realities of living with multiple mental health conditions and techniques for coping with both simultaneously. I also talk about.. Symptoms of OCD versus depression Behavioral action and why i ... Show More
23m 48s
Jun 8
Ep.436: To Recover from OCD & Anxiety, You Must Become a New You
To Recover from OCD & Anxiety, You Must Become a New YouRecovery from OCD and anxiety isn’t about fixing your old self—it’s about becoming someone new. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, explains why identity shift is the key to lasting change and how to start transforming your b ... Show More
13m 27s
Mar 2025
Will Poulter on OCD and intrusive thoughts: “It’s never easy but it gets easier!”
Coping with mental health conditions is never easy, but it does get easier; that’s what actor Will Poulter has learnt through his own experiences with OCD, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts. In this chat with Fearne, Will explains how OCD has manifested for him ever since he was a ... Show More
1h 2m
Jul 2024
#189 - 10 Things I Tell My Clients in the First Therapy Session
Want to hear 10 things I tell my clients in the first therapy session? Today, I'm giving you a peek into what it's like to have a first session with a therapist who specializes in OCD and anxiety. I have been working with people who have OCD and anxiety since 2008, so I’v ... Show More
16m 17s
Sep 2024
Why am I Anxious? A Quick Assessment
Download the worksheet and resources here: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/pl/2148572004 Check out my membership, where you can take the online courses "Stop the Anxiety Cycle in 30 Days" or "How to Process Emotions": https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Anxie ... Show More
10m 28s
Nov 2024
14 Things that Actually Help Severe Anxiety
Learn to Regulate your Nervous System with my FREE online Course: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/grounding-skills-for-anxiety-stress-and-ptsd Defusion Phrases: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/opt-in-8ed048f8-b60f-418b-9d80-cb6374eb68c6 Defusion Phrases Video: https ... Show More
25m 51s
Mar 2025
426 Do I have GAD or OCD? (or both) How to tell the difference
Not sure if you're struggling with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? In this episode, Kimberley shares her personal journey with both and breaks down how to tell the difference—so you can get the right support and start healing. 
29m 22s