Purely OCD
Lauren McMeikan Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, are OCD Specialists living with OCD. Their dual perspectives bring a unique and comprehensive vantage point to their discussions about OCD treatment. Live participation is welcomed weekly on Instagram Live, as Kelley and Lauren cover all things OCD, one subtype at a time. Join them as they bring a little humor and a lot of heart to the realm of OCD recovery.
Episodes
Sensorimotor OCD, Part III
In this week's episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss recovery in the context of Sensorimotor OCD.
Sensorimotor OCD, Part II
In today's episode of the Purely OCD podcast, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss common compulsions in Sensorimotor OCD.
Purely OCD Q&A
In this week's episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, does a Q&A with listeners.
Sensorimotor OCD, Part I
In today's episode of Purely OCD, OCD Specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, will be talking about obsessions in Sensorimotor OCD.
Pedophilia-Themed OCD Part III
In today's episode of Purely OCD, OCD Specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, will be talking about recovery in Pedophilia-Themed OCD.
In it, Lauren and Kelley also discuss Lauren's new book, that's set to release in January of 2026: The Mental Compulsions Workbook for OCD.
The two will be back on October 20th. Stay tuned.
Remember: this is not therapy nor is it intended a
Pedophilia-Themed OCD, Part II
In today's episode of Purely OCD, OCD Specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, will be talking about compulsions in Pedophilia-Themed OCD.
Pedophilia-Themed OCD, Part I
In today's episode of Purely OCD, OCD Specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, will be talking about obsessions in Pedophilia-Themed OCD.
OCD Awareness Week 2024
In this episode, in honor of OCD Awareness Week, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, talk about what OCD recovery looks like and offer words of hope to those navigating the disorder.
Contamination OCD, Part III
On this episode of Purely OCD, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss recovery from Contamination OCD using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Purely OCD with special guest Dillon Tucker
In this week's episode, OCD Specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, speak with Dillon Tucker, director of the film Pure O.
Contamination OCD, Part II
In this week's episode, OCD Specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT discuss compulsions common to contamination OCD.
Contamination OCD, Part I
In today's episode of Purely OCD, OCD Specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, talk about obsessions in Contamination OCD.
Health Anxiety/Health OCD Part IV
In this episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, round out their discussion of Health Anxiety and Health OCD with special guests Josh Spitalnick PhD, ABPP, CEO and practice owner of Anxiety Specialists of Atlanta, and Michael Stier MA, LCPC. The four talk about treatment, and Josh & Michael discuss their awesome new book The Complete Guide to Overcoming Health Anxiety: How to Live
Health Anxiety/Health OCD Part III
This week on Purely OCD, OCD specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT discuss recovery from Health Anxiety/Health OCD.
Health Anxiety/Health OCD, Part II
This week on Purely OCD, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT discuss common compulsions in Health Anxiety/Health OCD.
Health Anxiety/Health OCD, Part I
In this week's episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss obsessions in the context of Health Anxiety/Health OCD.
Sexual Orientation OCD, Part III
In this week's episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT discuss recovery from Sexual Orientation OCD.
Sexual Orientation OCD, Part II
In this week's episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss compulsions in Sexual Orientation OCD.
Sexual Orientation OCD, Part I
In this week's episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss obsessions in Sexual Orientation OCD.
Existential OCD, Part III
In this week's episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss recovery from Existential OCD.
Existential OCD, Part II
In this week's episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss common compulsions in Existential OCD. They also discuss depression and its treatment, given that it commonly comes up in conjunction with this subtype.
Relationship OCD, Part III
In this week's episode, OCD specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, talk about exposure and response prevention with Relationship OCD.
Existential OCD, Part I
In this episode of the Purely OCD Podcast, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss obsessions in Existential OCD.
Relationship OCD, Part II
On this week's episode of Purely OCD, Lauren and Kelley discuss compulsions in Relationship OCD.
Relationship OCD, Part I
In this weeks episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss common obsessions related to Relationship themed OCD.
Harm OCD, Part III
This week on the Purely OCD Podcast, OCD Specialists Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, wrap up their discussion on Harm OCD with a discussion about exposure and response prevention with this subtype.
Harm OCD, Part II
This week on Purely OCD, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, continue their discussion on Harm OCD, with a focus on compulsions. To start, Lauren and Kelley discuss mental compulsions - like mental review and rumination. Next, they cover overt compulsions - like physical tapping and folding your arms to make sure you don't accidentally shove someone off a ledge. Following this, the cover
Special Guest Shaun Flores
On this episode of Purely OCD Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, are joined with a special guest Shaun Flores who is a mental health advocate who shares with us his journey with OCD. Shaun has made it his mission to spread awareness about OCD. Shaun is an International OCD Foundation advocate, TEDx speaker and a powerful influence in the mental health community. It was such an honor to h
With Special Guest Dr. Patrick McGrath
This week, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, are joined by Dr. Patrick McGrath. Dr. McGrath is the Chief Clinical Officer at NOCD and the former Director of the Center for Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD) and the Co-Director of the School Anxiety and School Refusal Program at AMITA Health Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. He offers
Harm OCD, Part I
On this week’s episode of Purely OCD, Lauren and Kelley explore harm obsessions in this multiple part series. In part 1 of the series, the two identify intrusive thoughts that commonly present for those living with this particular sub-type of OCD. First they explain what harm OCD is and how harm obsessions can be categorized through violent intrusive thoughts, moral OCD, Postpartum OCD, contaminat
Confessing as Compulsion
On this week's episode of Purely OCD, Kelley and Lauren discuss sneaky reassurance seeking in the form of confession. First they discuss how to tell if it's becoming a problem. Next they consider how it can show up with different themes including Relationship OCD, Sexual Orientation OCD, Religious Scrupulosity and Moral Scrupulosity. Lastly, they briefly touch on how to deal with the anxiety that
Getting Support without Compulsing
This week on Purely OCD, Lauren and Kelley discuss how to get support from a loved one without it becoming compulsive. To start, they cover the reasons why asking for reassurance can be so problematic. Next, they discuss the "how" of asking for support without seeking reassurance. In addition, they talk about the importance of taking care of your support system, as compulsive reassurance often put
Exposure and Response Prevention
Today on Purely OCD podcast, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, talk about Exposure and Response Prevention in the treatment of OCD. They discuss different types of exposures and how to practice not engaging in compulsions (or response prevention). You can check out prior podcast episodes to learn more about specific types of compulsions and how exposure and response prevention can be ap
Overt Compulsions
In today’s episode Purely OCD, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, talk about different types of overt, or observable, compulsions that commonly present in OCD. They also briefly cover ways you can combat compulsions in the face of fear. Check out Purely OCD’s new Instagram, Tik Tok and Twitter Accounts.
Perfectionism and OCD
In today’s episode, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT talk about perfectionism in OCD. They talk about how perfection can be such an alluring idea this time of year, but how it can also rob us of our present moment experiences. We hope you embrace the entirety of your experience, warts, intrusive thoughts and all this holiday season.
Check out @purely_ocd where we will be sharing more c
Real OCD
Today on the purely ocd podcast, in honor of ocd awareness week, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, discuss their own journeys with OCD. But first- they discuss the first national campaign promoting OCD Awareness, directed by Ethan Smith and featuring a whole slew of advocates including Rev. Katie O'Dunne, Sean Shinnock Tia Wilson Uma Chatterjee and Kelley Franke herself. As a part of th
Optimism in OCD Recovery
This week on purely OCD podcast, Lauren and Kelley discuss how to maintain optimism in your recovery. They start the conversation by setting realistic expectations for what recovery looks like. They then discuss how to use self-compassion, cognitive restructuring and mindfulness as a way to support optimism. Lastly, they discuss values and how they can help you realign with you to your path of rec
Managing Multiple OCD Themes
This week on the Purely OCD podcast, Lauren and Kelley discuss managing multiple themes of OCD. They start by discussing how common it is to experience multiple themes. The two also consider how to navigate new content when it pops up unexpectedly. Most importantly, they explain the importance of accepting uncertainty in the face of all content.
Self-Compassion Part 2
This week on the Purely OCD podcast, Lauren and Kelley continue their discussion on self-compassion and OCD recovery. They start by discussing loving-kindness meditation, and how this can support people in the practice of self-compassion. They also discuss how to navigate guilt using self-compassion, and how to find compassion for your brain when it is the source of so much pain. Lastly, they cons
OCD and Self-Compassion, Part 1
In this episode, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, talk about self-compassion in OCD recovery. They define self-compassion and discuss how it can help individuals who are dealing with OCD. They also highlight ways in which this practice can turn compulsive to support people in using the tool effectively. Stay tuned for Part II next week.
OCD and Community
This week on Purely OCD, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, talk about the role of community in OCD recovery. They start by sharing about their experience at the IOCDF Conference. They discuss the benefits of being surrounded by people who "get it." They also touch on some of the challenges that can come up in community when you have OCD.
Mental Compulsions, Part 3
In this episode of Purely OCD, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, continue the conversation on mental compulsions, in the third part of the series. The two discuss how to identify mental compulsions, what to do once you have identified them and what to expect from this practice. We will resume in 2-weeks and look forward to seeing you then!
OCD Recovery and Everyday Life
In this weeks episode of Purely OCD podcast, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT are joined by Jenna Overbaugh, LMFT to talk about how OCD recovery can benefit us beyond navigating OCD.
They touch on how certain topics, like navigating doubt, doing hard things, and awareness of thoughts and thinking, transcend OCD and can help us more broadly. The three also cover how these lessons can s
Mental Compulsions, Part 2
On today’s episode of Purely OCD Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, pick up where they left off in their discussion of mental compulsions.They define and discuss more subtypes of mental compulsions. They also talk about helpful versus unhelpful thinking through the lens of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. As always, they answer questions from viewers who tuned in live. . Next week, the
Mental Compulsions, Part 1
In this episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss mental compulsions. They define mental compulsions and explain how they can present in OCD. They explain how mindfulness a.k.a. mental ninja, is the best approach when it comes to stopping mental compulsions. Tune in next week when the two will discuss more ways to build your mindfulness muscle in combatting mental compulsions.
Substance Contamination
In today's episode of Purely OCD, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss obsessions related to contamination with Alcohol and Drugs. To begin with, they talk about contamination obsessions related to sobriety and fears about relapse. They also cover fears of losing one's mind or experiencing derealization secondary to substance contamination. Next, they consider common compulsions th
Q&A on March 28th
In this weeks episode, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, answer listeners questions. Some questions they cover include:
1. What can trigger OCD?
2. What language can be used when supporting a loved one with OCD?
3. Does suppressing make OCD worse?
We hope you found this podcast helpful and if there any questions we did not answer, please contact us on our website!
False Memory OCD
On today's episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, talk False Memory OCD. To begin with, they cover about common obsessions, compulsions and the commonly shared obsession between False Memory OCD and Real Event OCD. They answer listeners questions related to the desire to figure out whether a memory actually happened, or whether it is a false memory and what it means about the person
OCD and ”Urges”
On today’s episode of the #purelyocd podcast, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, are joined by the wonderful Catherine Benfield!
The three discuss Catherine’s recent article (with an assist credit to Kelley) about urges in the context of OCD. Some questions they cover include:
1. What is an obsessive urge?
2. How can we practice ERP in the face of obsessive urges?
3. What is the ro
OCD in the Workplace
In this week’s episode of Purely OCD, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, discuss navigating OCD in the workplace. To begin with, they cover common obsessions and compulsions that arise in this context. They also answer questions from viewers about talking about a diagnosis with a boss and tackling time consuming compulsions that interfere with productivity.
Meditation and OCD
Meditation and OCD: in this weeks episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, talk about how meditation supports the recovery in OCD. They discuss different types of meditation and how training your attention supports the ability to let go of rumination. They cover how meditation’s focus on returning back to the present moment supports OCD sufferers by disengaging with the noise in their
Acceptance and OCD, Part 2
In this weeks episode, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, continue their discussion on acceptance. To begin with, they talk about how acceptance related to having OCD is an important part of recovery. They also cover the key practice of accepting uncertainty. They touch on accepting bodily sensations and making space for these experiences without assigning meaning to them.
OCD and Other Anxiety Disorders
This week, Kelley and Lauren are joined by special guests Emma Garrick and Lisa for a discussion about OCD and other anxiety disorders. To begin with, they talk about their lived experiences with OCD and Anxiety as well as their recovery journeys. They also answer questions from the audience related to whether it’s possible to become neurotypical or “normal” if you have OCD or an anxiety disorder
Acceptance and OCD, Part 1
In this episode of purely OCD, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, define acceptance and what it means to accept uncomfortable thoughts and feelings.
Kelley explains what fusion looks like (ie., the opposite of acceptance) using a scary thought on a clipboard.
They cover several acceptance techniques people can use when they experience an uncomfortable feeling or thought.
As always, they
OCD and the New Year
Lauren Rosen, LMFT and Kelley Franke, LMFT welcome you to 2022 with a big announcement: we are officially a podcast. You can find all episodes at our website: purelyocd.com. You can also listen to us on apple podcasts, Podbean, Spotify, and google podcasts.
Lauren and Kelley also discuss how OCD can impact people at this time of year. They start with a discussion of the pressure related to Nee Ye
Our ”Favorite” Things About OCD, Part 3
In todays episode, Kelley Franke, LMFT and Lauren Rosen, LMFT talk about one of their least favorite things about OCD - when obsessions attack identity. They talk about how different themes can impact identity as well as how doing exposure and response prevention can lead people to question who they are.
To read the full show notes, click here.
Our ”Favorite” Things about OCD, Part 2
For the next several episodes Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, are discussing their “favorite things” (read sarcastically) about OCD. This includes the crafty ways in which OCD gets us stuck.
To read the full show notes, click here.
Our “Favorite” Things about OCD, Part 1
For the next several episodes, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, are discussing their “favorite things” (read sarcastically) about OCD. Basically the ways in which OCD is tricky and gets us stuck.
First up, one of OCD’s favorite ways to hook people: “but this thought is different” or “this one is special.”
The two talk about navigating these thoughts, accepting uncertainty and much,
OCD and the Holidays
In this weeks episode, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, discuss how OCD, phobias and anxiety can impact the holidays. They talk about all the myriad ways that OCD and other forms of anxiety can attack all holidays, with a special emphasis on Thanksgiving, given that it's right around the corner.
To read the full show notes, click here.
OCD, Relapse and Relapse Prevention
In this weeks episode, Kelley Franke, LMFT and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, talk about what recovery and relapse prevention looks like with OCD. Lauren and Kelley share bits and pieces of their own experiences and cover the concept of "pivoting" in recovery. As always, they answer your questions live.
To read the full show notes, click here.
Imaginal Exposures
In this episode, Kelley Franke, LMFT and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, discuss Imaginal Exposures: What they are, how to write them, the importance of response prevention in doing Imaginal Exposures and even how to ease your way into them. As always they answer questions at the end.
To read the full show notes, click here.
OCD and Social Media
In this Episode of Purely OCD, Kelley Franke, LMFT and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, discuss Social Media for those living with OCD. They cover the good, the bad and the ugly. While social media can be a great way to forge connection and to normalize experience, the space can also be used for compulsive reassurance and checking. Ultimately, it can also be used for exposure and response prevention work.
To
The Obsessive-Compulsive Cycle
In this Episode of Purely OCD, Lauren Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, get back to basics, discussing what obsessions and compulsions are and demonstrating how people with OCD get stuck. Understanding how OCD functions is key to recovery, so Kelley and Lauren do a deep dive and discuss examples too.
To read the full show notes, click here.
OCD and the Classroom
In this episode of Purely OCD, Lauren McMeikan Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, talk about how OCD, anxiety and perfectionism can impact school. As always, we answer your questions and offer educational information to help manage your OCD.
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Just Right OCD
In this episode of Purely OCD, Lauren McMeikan Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, discuss "Just Right" OCD. We discuss related obsessions (they could be anything!), compulsions and exposures. As always, we answer questions at the end.
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Q&A on August 9th
Lauren McMeikan Rosen, LMFT, and Kelley Franke, LMFT, answer your questions about OCD.
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OCD versus OCPD
In this episode of Purely OCD, Kelley Franke, LMFT and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, review the differences between OCD and OCPD and answer questions from viewers.
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Q&A from 7.2.21
In this episode of Purely OCD, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, answer questions from viewers.
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Q&A from 4.26.21
In this episode of Purely OCD, Kelley Franke, LMFT, and Lauren Rosen, LMFT, answer questions from viewers.
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