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Too many people carry silent shame about intrusive thoughts—assuming that because an unsettling or taboo thought popped into their heads, it reflects a hidden, dark desire. It’s long been known that people throughout history have had unwanted, out-of-character thoughts, including Margery Kempe, Martin Luther, St. Ignatius of Loyola, and Winston Churchill. But the reality: the […]

Scrupulosity is now the term we use for obsessions of a religious or moral nature in OCD. We can also call it “seeing sin where there is none” (Nelson et al., 2006). The CBT Model of the OCD Cycle (maintenance of OCD) looks like this: Check out the introductory article here: “What is OCD & […]

A prominent, misguided teaching is that the presence of fear constitutes a major problem. As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and Christian who cares deeply about mental and spiritual health, I have come to believe that one of the most important starting points for overcoming fear-based problems is the following truth: Thoughts are thoughts Feelings are […]

Baptism for those with OCD quickly becomes a deeply challenging consideration. Rachael Kelley’s brilliant article reveals how it seemed that “good Christians” are 100% certain. Living with OCD drives this craving deeper. Her story is one of suffering and courage, stepping into the water—not because the doubts were gone, but because she realized she didn’t have […]

Out Now! The Faith and OCD Truth Guide is a clinical resource that answers questions about OCD and Christian faith. The ebook answers 19 common questions, focusing on misconceptions, emphasizing that the disorder is a treatable condition rather than a lack of devotion or a moral failing. Furthermore, it points out the opportunities of faith […]

Dear friends, It’s really happening. For the last six years, I’ve been trying to “practice what I preach”—but it wasn’t easy. While writing The Christian’s Guide to Overcoming OCD, I faced some of the same “what-ifs” my clients do. What if I misrepresent God? What if I’m not good enough? What if this fails? I […]