Scrupulosity and the Path to Healing: with Dr. Shawn Edgington of Palisades Counseling

In this episode of the Lift and Make Lighter podcast, host Tom Telford interviews Dr. Shawn Edgington from Palisades Counseling in Provo, Utah. They discuss the importance of compassion in mental health care, the impact of environment on therapy, and delve deeply into OCD and scrupulosity, particularly within religious contexts. Dr. Edgington shares his journey into psychology, the significance of understanding OCD as an anxiety disorder rather than a moral failing, and the essential role of exposure therapy in treatment. The conversation emphasizes the power of proper diagnosis, the interplay of faith and mental health, and the hope for improvement through combined therapeutic and medical interventions.The Lift and Make Lighter podcast is presented by, LÉVO, a mind care company specializing in comprehensive mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Our approach includes personalized plans that may involve therapy, responsible medication management, and additional tools to help navigate a path to better mental health.