176. OCD From a Young Age: Personal story with Mitzi VanCleve Episode

Christian Faith and OCD, Scrupulosity, Intrusive Thoughts, Compulsions, Peace

In Episode 176 of Christian Faith and OCD, Carrie kicks off a new series of personal stories from individuals who have struggled with OCD by revisiting an early and powerful interview with Mitzi VanCleve. Mitzi shares her decades-long journey with OCD, including early symptoms, spiritual struggles, and finally finding hope through proper diagnosis.
Episode Highlights:
How OCD can begin in early childhood and evolve into different themes throughout life.
Why many people with OCD—especially those of faith—struggle in silence due to stigma, shame, and misunderstanding.
The impact of receiving a proper OCD diagnosis after years of mislabeling symptoms as general anxiety or spiritual weakness.
How faith, therapy, and even medication can work together in the healing journey.
The importance of compassionate support from churches and faith communities in addressing mental health struggles like OCD.
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