Episode 8: Why Is Self-Compassion with OCD Difficult? A Conversation with Jonny Say

Episode 8We talk with therapist and advocate/educator Jonny Say of the Integrative Centre for OCD in London. Jonny is a regular contributor for 2026 and will engage in several discussions over the course of the year. Today, we discuss one of the many complex emotions we experience with OCD, particularly with sexual/violent/taboo intrusions - shame. This is an emotion that can take many forms at all stages of OCD, it can be an emotion that continues to pull us back into the entanglement, and it can also be a barrier to treatment. We discuss ways of disconnecting to the shame and Jonny has several helpful strategies that may help if you get stuck in the shame loop.Why is self-compassion so difficult to attain when living with OCD? We have a good chat about this, and also discuss ways to start practicing self-compassion, because as we discuss in the episode - it IS in fact, a practice we can do daily!Find out more about Jonny and hear more about his advocacy on his Youtube Channel at - Jonny Say Therapy.I hope you enjoy the episode!If this podcast helps you or inspires you, please consider donating or sponsoring us monthly through our Patreon account at www.patreon.com/intrusivethoughtsunmasked Check out the different levels of benefits you can receive by helping us keep these conversations going! If you are struggling with shame, or other emotions that come alongside OCD and are feeling isolated and need support, please come join my online community where you can get weekly sessions with certified peer support specialists and support groups, and monthly classes and events. Join us when you are needing a community of people who 'get it'!https://the-ocd-support-community.co.mn