OCD Straight Talk

Chris Leins is an anxiety and OCD treatment specialist, and OCD Straight Talk does exactly what the name promises -- it cuts through the noise and gives you clear, actionable information about how OCD treatment actually works. Across 215 episodes, Chris addresses a question that most people with OCD are privately thinking: why am I not getting better? He explains how certain therapy approaches fall short, why some well-meaning therapists inadvertently reinforce OCD patterns, and what effective ERP treatment looks like in practice. Episodes release monthly and typically stay under 30 minutes, each one focused on a specific clinical concept like uncertainty tolerance, compulsion prevention, or the difference between anxiety and OCD. Chris has a direct, almost blunt teaching style that listeners consistently praise in reviews. He does not sugarcoat the difficulty of recovery, but he is very clear about what actually helps. Rated 4.8 stars from 96 reviews on Apple Podcasts, this podcast is particularly valuable for people who feel stuck in treatment or who want to understand the mechanics of their OCD at a deeper level. It is also a great resource for therapists looking to sharpen their OCD-specific skills.