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For Love We Heal Podcast
If you are struggling with constant doubt and anxiety about whether you are in the right relationship, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place! In this podcast, we delve into the complexities of Relationship OCD (ROCD), a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts, chronic doubt, reassurance-seeking, rumination, and intense anxiety and avoidance that show up in our romantic relationships.
I'll help you explore and understand the deeper roots of your…
Episodes
- For Love We Heal Podcast
Self-realization, Fulfillment & Wholeness as an Inside Job
If you've had the thought that "If only my partner were more (fill in the blank) than I'd be happier and more fulfilled," then this is an episode for you. In…
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ROCD & Your Anxious Partner
If you have Relationship OCD, you may also have a partner with Anxious Attachment. When your partner has Anxious Attachment, your tendency to feel responsible…
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E50: Juan's ROCD Journey & Spiritual Awakening
In this episode, I talk with Juan about his journey with Relationship OCD (ROCD), which he has been committed to working on since he found my work and a label…
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The "I Had A Great Childhood" Trap
Can you have Relationship OCD (ROCD) if you had a "great" childhood? It's one of the most common questions people ask when they find us. In this episode, we…
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Relationship OCD (ROCD) vs Real Relationship Problems
How do you know if the doubt you're feeling is ROCD or a sign of real problems in your relationship? In this episode, we break down the differences between the…
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Sex & Intimacy Problems | Relationship OCD (ROCD)
If you struggle with Relationship OCD (ROCD), you might also struggle when it comes to sex and intimacy, and take that as a sign you are in the wrong…
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Sexual Orientation OCD (SO-OCD)
Are you constantly obsessing over whether you are gay or straight or whether you should explore intimacy with the opposite sex? Do these questions lead to…
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E45: Why You Want Your Ex So Bad...
In this episode, we cover topics like ex obsessions, chasing the unavailable partner, looking for the intoxication of desire and longing that we might have…
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E44: Agata's Session #2: Fear of Being a Narcissist, Bad, Evil + Relationship OCD (ROCD)
If you struggle with ROCD + fearing you might be narcissistic or a terrible person, then this episode is for you. Agata returns to the podcast after our…
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E43: When nothing has worked for ROCD (What to do)
If you feel like you've tried everything to break free from Relationship OCD (ROCD), and you are out of options, you're not alone! ROCD is a complex issue that…
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E42: Grieving the Fantasy of "THE ONE"
Ever felt like there's a special person out there, and when you find them, you'll just know that they are right for you and that things will just click into…
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E41: Agata's Session: ROCD Healing, Attraction Issues, Statements vs Questions, Brain Fog & More!
In this session, I help Agata explore her ROCD by using the Internal Family Systems Therapy model. We explored parts of her who demand she leave her…
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E40: Why Your Feelings Keep Disappearing
Are your feelings for your partner constantly disappearing, leaving you confused and terrified that it means you are in the wrong relationship? In this…
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E39: Why Intimacy is Terrifying
Do you struggle with intimacy with your partner? Do you find that when it comes to being intimate, you feel repulsed, scared, avoidant, or just uncomfortable?…
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E38: Feeling Trapped, Suffocated and Fearing Losing Yourself with Relationship OCD (ROCD)
Do you feel the urge to pull away when your partner gets closer because you feel suffocated, trapped, or fear losing yourself? If so, listen to today's episode…
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E37: Relationship OCD (ROCD) Partners Guide
Are you the partner of someone struggling with Relationship OCD (ROCD)? If so, this episode is going to help you make sense of what your partner is going…
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E36: Lack of Attraction, Disgust & Feeling Repulsed (EXPLAINED): Relationship OCD
Do you struggle with attraction issues in your relationship? Do you ever look at your partner and feel disgusted? Do you worry that this is a sign that you are…
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E35: Am I Wasting My Time? Am I Missing Out? Fear of Regret, Healthy vs Unhealthy Relationships, Relationship OCD (ROCD)
I'm away on vacation, so posting the raw version of this episode without my usual intro or edits. The title says it all, and overall, it was a lovely…
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E33: Ideal Parent Figure (IPF) Imagery Protocol (With Music) for Healing Insecure Attachment
In this guided exercise, you’ll be introduced to the Ideal Parent Figure (IPF) imagery protocol, developed by Dr. Dan Brown and used within integrative…
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E34: Ideal Parent Figure (IPF) Imagery Protocol (Without Music) for Healing Insecure Attachment
In this guided exercise, you’ll be introduced to the Ideal Parent Figure (IPF) imagery protocol, developed by Dr. Dan Brown and used within integrative…
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E32: Paula's Powerful Session: Going Beyond Relationship OCD & the Fear of Making Mistakes
Witness this powerful session I did with Paula, who graciously offered to share her story and be a participant in what I would consider an absolutely beautiful…
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E31: Is This Relationship OCD Or My Intuition?!?!
Are you worried that your doubt, fear, avoidance, and anxiety are signs from your intuition that you have to leave this relationship? Are you worried that none…
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E30: Comprehensive Framework for Healing Relationship OCD (Part 4) Anxious Attachment & Fears of Loss
If you are terrified of losing your partner and that all of your thoughts about leaving are true, then this episode is for you. I break down the root cause of…
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E29: Comprehensive Framework for Healing Relationship OCD (ROCD) (Part 3) - Avoidant Attachment Healing with Grace McQueeny
Wondering why it feels like your truth that you're not in the right relationship? Why you struggle with break-up urges, emotional avoidance, disgust, or "grass…
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E28: Comprehensive Framework for Healing ROCD (Part 2) - OCD & Shame Healing with Grace Mcqueeny
Part 2 of this series involves understanding the root cause of OCD Obsessions and Compulsions. OCD is an adaptive response to anticipating and avoiding…
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E27: A Comprehensive Framework for Healing Relationship OCD from the Root with Grace McQueeny (Part 1)
Dive into this 4-part series where we break down our comprehensive framework for healing Relationship OCD (ROCD) from the root. Learn how Internal Family…
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E26: Karena Got Engaged and Her Relationship OCD is Gone! (Part 2)
In this episode, I follow up with Karena from Episode 24, where a profound piece of IFS work allowed her to heal her wounds of failure, disappointment, and…
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E25: Relationship OCD (ROCD), Self-Betrayal, People-Pleasing and the Internal Rebellion - Rory's Session
If you are struggling with an internal pushback against your decision to commit to your relationship, then this episode is for you. In this episode, Rory opens…
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E24: Healing Relationship Anxiety (ROCD), Disappointment, Failure & Shame with IFS Therapy - Karena's Session
Right before Karena's engagement with her soon-to-be fiancé, we do this transformational session where we explore her fears and obsessions around commitment…
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E23: (Part 2) Working with Love Addiction, Limerence, Guilt, Shame & Disorganized Attachment using IFS Therapy & Parts Work - Akiva's Session
Akiva joins me for a follow-up session after our first one, where we talked about her persistent love addiction, limerence, guilt, shame, Disorganized…
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E22: Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents, Highly Sensitive People, Co-dependency, Relationship Anxiety & Attachment Issues with Michelle Roehab
In this episode, I speak with trauma-informed coach Michelle Roehab on the impact that narcissistic parents have, particularly on highly sensitive and highly…
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E21: The Invisible Trauma of Parentification, Boundaries & Sacred Anger with Grace McQueeny
In this episode, Grace and I candidly discuss our personal journeys with parentification, a hidden trauma and role reversal where children take on…
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E20: Working through Relationship OCD (ROCD), Perfectionism, Co-dependency & Anxious Attachment with IFS Therapy- Erin's Session
In this session, Erin shares her journey of dealing with Relationship OCD (ROCD), attachment insecurities, and the challenges of seeking external validation in…
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E19: Working with Love Addiction, Limerence, Guilt, Shame & Disorganized Attachment using IFS Therapy & Parts Work - Akiva's Session
In this episode, I help Akiva unpack and do a piece of healing around her persistent love addiction, limerence, guilt, shame, Disorganized Attachment &…
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E18: Profound Change from Avoidant Attachment to Openness with IFS Therapy - Kleo's Session & Exploring Relationship OCD (ROCD), Disorganized Attachment, Avoidant Attachment, Inner Resistance & more!
In this episode, Kleo shares her journey of navigating Relationship OCD (ROCD) and Disorganized Attachment. During our session, we worked on helping Kleo…
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E17: Chronic Anxiety, ROCD, Disorganized Attachment & Abandonment Healing - Andriy's Session
In this episode, I help Andriy explore a chronic anxiety that he's been experiencing for most of his life, in addition to Relationship OCD and Disorganized…
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E15: Relationship OCD (ROCD), Infatuation, Limerence & Disgust - Grace's Session
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Grace, who courageously shares her journey of living with and healing from Relationship OCD (ROCD). Grace captures…
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E16: Relationship OCD (ROCD) and the Shame that Fuels it - Emily's Session
In this session, Emily shares her struggles with ROCD that began in her early years. We explored themes of guilt, shame, and the fear of making mistakes, which…
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E14: "Two Weeks in, She Became Hideous," ROCD, Disorganized Attachment - Devin's Story
In this episode, Devin discusses his experiences with Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (ROCD), which often manifests as feelings of disgust or lack…
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E13: Working Through Relationship OCD, Attraction and Intelligence Themes - Molly's Session
In this conversation, Molly shares her journey with Relationship OCD (ROCD) and how it has impacted her relationships, particularly with her husband. She…
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E12: Fearful Avoidant Attachment, Numbness & Disconnection - Christine's Session
In this episode of the For Love We Heal podcast, Christine shares her journey with Fearful Avoidant attachment. She discusses the complexities of emotional…
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E11: Harmony's Journey with Relationship OCD
In this conversation, Harmony and I discuss her personal journey with relationship OCD, exploring the impact of her past relationships, self-sacrifice, the…
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E10: Navigating Cheating OCD, Guilt & Shame - Annuziata's Session
In this episode, Annuziata shares her personal journey with Relationship OCD, detailing her experiences from a young age and the impact it has had on her…
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E9: Healing the Shamed, Confused and Embarrassed Child - Colleen's Story
The main themes in the conversation with Colleen Herman revolve around her journey with relationship OCD (ROCD) and attachment issues. Colleen shares her…
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"My mind bullied me to leave my relationship" - Lekha's Story
In this episode of the For Love We Heal podcast, Alex Bishop and Chandralekha delve into the complexities of relationship OCD, attachment issues, and the…
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Nondual IFS, Love & Awakening with Dr. Laura Patryas
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Patryas, an IFS therapist, ordained spiritual minister, and author of Awaken to Love, for a deeply moving and…
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Befriending Dissociation with IFS Therapy - Sidney's Story
In this session, we spent the majority of the time working with one of Sidney's dissociative parts, a very common part to run into when doing work in more…
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Working with Limerence, ROCD and Healing a Shame Wound - Allison's Story
In this episode, I help Allison work on a part of her that falls into limerence, which is common for folks with Relationship OCD. We end up finding and healing…
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Healing Relationship OCD, Fearful-avoidant Attachment, and Wounds of Inadequacy and Parentification using IFS - Mia's Story
In this session, I guide Mia inward to connect with a part of her that carries the pain of feeling not good enough for her partner. She often finds herself…
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Healing Disorganized Attachment & Adoption Trauma with IFS – Eric’s Story
In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the For Love We Heal podcast, host Alex Bishop welcomes Eric, who shares a deeply personal journey through…
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E1: How To Heal Anxious Attachment With Valerie Rubin
In this episode, I talk to Anxious Attachment Specialist Valerie Rubin about attachment wounding, anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, conscious…