Episode 600: When Therapy Fuels OCD — What to Watch For

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 Hello and welcome to the OCD and Anxiety podcast with Robert James. In episode 600 he explains how certain types of therapy—like unfocused talk therapy, reassurance-based approaches, and some CBT techniques—can unintentionally strengthen OCD by reinforcing doubt and compulsions. He outlines evidence-based alternatives such as exposure and acceptance‑based approaches, offers tips for recognizing when therapy isn’t helping, and points listeners to further resources including a 12‑week program and a free community 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.