When Anxiety Targets Your Relationship: Understanding Relationship OCD / ROCD | Subtype Deep Dive

Ever find yourself stuck in endless “what if” thoughts about your partner? “Do I really love them? Are we meant to be together? What if I’m making a huge mistake?" Or find yourself comparing your partner or your relationship to others even though you know that you're happy in your relationship. In this episode of Anxiously Capable, we’re diving deep into Relationship OCD (ROCD) a subtype of OCD where intrusive thoughts, doubts and compulsions focus on your relationship and compatibility. We’ll explore:What an OCD subtype is and why it mattersThe difference between normal relationship doubts and ROCDCommon obsessions (like “what if I don’t love them enough?”) and compulsions (like reassurance-seeking, checking, or avoiding milestones)Why ROCD is so sneaky and feels so convincingWhat actually helps (and what makes things worse) when you’re stuck in the cycleIf you’ve ever felt like your relationship anxiety is taking over your life, this episode is here to help you feel less alone. ✨ Resources mentioned: NOCD (treatmyocd.com),  (forum, OCD therapist directory)https://rocd.netWhat is relationship OCD? Signs, Symptoms & TreatmentRelationship OCD: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and TreatmentThe OCD Stories Podcast, Disordered Podcast, Lets Connect!Follow me on Instagram ⁠⁠Follow the Podcast on Instagram⁠⁠Work With Me - 1-1 Therapy⁠⁠Disclaimer - This channel/ podcast exist for psychoeducation & marketing purposes. This is not a replacement for professional mental health support or therapy. While I am a therapist, I am not your therapist and this content does not substitute a professional, therapeutic relationship. Please reach out to a mental health professional for a higher level of care.Take Care!Jess | Therapy with Jess