The OCD Whisperer Podcast with Kristina Orlova

Kristina Orlova is a licensed therapist in California who specializes in OCD and anxiety, and her podcast reflects her belief that meaningful conversations about mental health do not need to follow a script. With 172 episodes, The OCD Whisperer stands out for its unscripted, reflective format -- Kristina brings on clinicians, creatives, public figures, and everyday people, and the conversations often wander into territory that more structured shows would edit out. That is part of its appeal. She talks about how anxiety and identity intersect, how pressure shapes our sense of self, and what it actually means to live alongside OCD rather than trying to defeat it. Kristina is open about her own experience with OCD, and that openness sets the tone for her guests too. Episodes run 13 to 47 minutes and release biweekly. The show is categorized under mental health but often touches on broader themes like creativity, relationships, and the internal narratives we build around fear. Rated 4.7 stars from 77 reviews, this podcast works best for listeners who appreciate a more contemplative, human-centered approach to OCD content rather than a strictly clinical breakdown.