185. You’re stuck because you’re doing ERP halfway
About this episode
Kristina Orlova discusses intensive ERP treatment for severe OCD with Dr. Chad Brandt, exploring its benefits and differences from traditional therapy.
*What is intensive treatment for OCD — and who is it actually for?* In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Dr. Chad Brandt, clinical psychologist and OCD specialist. Together, they explore intensive ERP treatment for severe OCD, the Bergen 4-Day Treatment model, and why longer-form exposure therapy can create rapid breakthroughs in recovery. Dr. Chad Brandt opens up about: • His background treating severe OCD and anxiety disorders • What makes ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) the gold standard for OCD treatment • How intensive OCD treatment differs from traditional weekly therapy and IOP programs • Why “doing exposures fully” matters more than simply doing more exposures • The most common fears and objections people have before starting ERP • Why OCD recovery is about changing your response to uncertainty — not eliminating thoughts Whether you’re navigating OCD yourself or supporting someone you love, this episode offers hope, practical insight, and a deeper understanding of what real OCD treatment can look like. 📲 About Dr. Chad Brandt (guest): • Chad Brandt, PhD • OCD Therapist and ERP Specialist • Web page…
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