Best Postpartum Ocd Podcasts (2025)

1
81: What Moms Don't Talk About: Postpartum OCD and Alcohol with Suzanne Wayre 47:11

Play Pause

7d ago47:11

47:11

When your brain becomes your worst enemy after having a baby, nobody talks about it. In this raw conversation with author Suzanne Warye, she and Amanda chat about OCD how alcohol becomes both a crutch and a complication. Things discussed: * The moment when Suzanne's OCD thoughts shifted from "what if something happens to my baby" to "what if I do s…

1
Perinatal and Postpartum OCD: When Parenting Anxiety Becomes More 25:49

19d ago25:49

25:49

Intrusive thoughts are common for new parents — but when do they cross the line into something more serious? In this episode, you’ll learn how obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) latches onto what matters most — in this case, the safety and well-being of the baby — and how evidence-based treatment like exposure and response prevention (ERP) can bri…

1
44 - The Realities of Traveling with a Baby 37:00

1h ago37:00

37:00

Send us a text If you are planning a road trip, flying to see family, or even braving a day-long outing, this episode gives you the exact tools to prepare well, keep your baby regulated, and protect your peace. Hit play, pack with confidence, and travel like a pro. Freebie: Travel With Baby Essentials Checklist — a one-page, no-fluff checklist to p…

1
Transforming Toddlerhood: How to Handle Tantrums, Screen Time & Parental Guilt with Grace (Devon Kuntzman - author of Transforming Toddlerhood) 51:20

18h ago51:20

51:20

Toddlerhood can feel like chaos — but it’s also a chance for deep connection and growth. Alessandra Torresani and parenting coach Devon Kuntzman break down what’s really happening in your child’s brain during tantrums, how to set limits around screen time, and how to stop feeling guilty when you’re not the “perfect” parent. Filled with practical to…

1
Race, Madness & the Complex History of a Jim Crow Asylum 27:47

5d ago27:47

27:47

What can the history of a Jim Crow–era mental asylum teach us about race and mental health today? MSNBC journalist Antonia Hylton joins Gabe Howard to discuss her powerful book “Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum,” a deeply researched look at Crownsville Hospital, once known as The Hospital for the Negro Insane. Antonia reveals how Bla…

1
82: Fight Right: How to Have Healthy Conflict & Repair Relationships 49:34

2d ago49:34

49:34

Lots of people on the internet say that healthy conflict is important, but WTF does that actually mean? In this episode, we're breaking down what actually makes relationship repair possible—and why it requires way more nuance than viral self-help posts suggest. Skip to 8:45 to get to the meat of the episode. In conversation, we tackle: • Why defens…

1
LISA ZEITLIN - I AM ONE Who Holds Space for Healing 51:06

2d ago51:06

51:06

Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with one of the loveliest humans on this planet, Lisa Zeitlin. She’s a Perinatal Mental Health-Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker, hailing from the City of Angels - Los Angeles, CA, and is currently PSI’s English-Language HelpLine and Intervention Manager. We’ll chat all about the importa…

1
Raising Resilient Kids: Emotional Learning, Leadership & Letting Go with Lori Woodley-Langendorff 48:02

3d ago48:02

48:02

In this heartfelt episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with educator and founder of All It Takes, Lori Woodley-Langendorff, to explore how emotional learning shapes the next generation. From raising actress Shailene Woodley in the entertainment industry to building resilience and confidence in kids, Alessandra and Lori dive …

1
Anosognosia in Schizophrenia: Understanding ‘A Lack of Insight’ with Guest Host Rachel Star Withers 28:58

12d ago28:58

28:58

Imagine everyone around you — family, friends, even your doctors — insisting you have a serious mental illness, yet you’re certain they’re wrong. This isn’t denial — it’s a symptom called anosognosia, a lack of awareness that can make treatment nearly impossible. In this episode, guest host Rachel Star Withers, who lives with schizophrenia, speaks …

1
80: Things We're Weirdly Passionate About That Don't Matter 49:41

9d ago49:41

49:41

We started recording to talk about our Disney hot takes and somehow ended with Amanda defending cruise ships like her life depends on it. This episode is pure chaos… we're talking eyeliner, baked goods, food texture, frosting ratios and cruise ships. No deep insights, just two therapists with strong opinions about things that don't matter. Don’t wo…

1
43 - Navigating the Holidays as a New Family: Finding Joy, Setting Boundaries & Ditching the Guilt 10:17

15d ago10:17

10:17

Send us a text In this validating and heart-centered episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, postpartum and sleep doula Deb dives into one of the most emotionally loaded topics for new families: how to survive the holidays without sacrificing your sanity, sleep, or boundaries. If this is your baby's first holiday and yo…

1
Rediscovering Yourself After Motherhood: Health, Strength & Self-Care with Adriana Mastronardi 41:54

15d ago41:54

41:54

In this empowering episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani and Adriana Mastronardi dive into the powerful connection between physical health, mental wellness, and motherhood. They explore what it means to rediscover yourself after becoming a mom, embracing your femininity, strength, and confidence along the way. Adriana shares simple, sc…

1
79: You're Not Too Busy to Have People Over with Chelsea Fagan 58:18

18d ago58:18

58:18

Are you really too busy to see your friends, or have we gotten too comfortable being lonely? Sam sits down with Chelsea Fagan (author of "Having People Over"), to dissect why hosting a dinner party feels harder than ordering $50 of DoorDash. In conversation, we tackle: * Why social media is the "methadone of community"—just enough connection to kee…

1
DR. NICOLE TAYLOR - I AM ONE Who Created Support To Fill The Gap 36:33

21d ago36:33

36:33

Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the truly awe-inspiring, Dr. Nicole Taylor – the Medical Director for PSI’s Psychiatric Consultation Program and an Executive Member at Large for the PSI Board of Directors. We’ll chat about her experience with undiagnosed PPA after becoming a mother, identifying gaps in medical care, and a…

1
Radical Bravery: Living with OCD and Finding Strength in the Spiral with Renee Zukin (author, educator, mental health advocate) 41:21

19d ago41:21

41:21

In this powerful episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with author and mental health advocate Renee Zukin to explore the raw truth of living with OCD and anxiety. Renee opens up about her personal journey—from the confusion of diagnosis to the clarity that followed—and how storytelling became her lifeline. Together, they unpa…

1
Hollywood Often Gets OCD Wrong: Actor & Director Speak Out 23:10

26d ago23:10

23:10

Hollywood has never shied away from portraying obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) — but it often gets it wrong. Typically, OCD is reduced to a punchline, a quirky habit, or a stereotype about neatness and handwashing. In this episode, TV & movie actor Rachel Alig and award-winning filmmaker Sam Sabawi take us behind the scenes of their acclaimed s…

1
78: Our Self Care and Self Sabotage Patterns 37:39

25d ago37:39

37:39

Happy anniversary to us! After a year of this podcast, we’re getting real about how we're surviving the chaos of content creation, life changes, and our own brains. In this episode we dive into our best coping skills and our worse self sabotage behaviors, how we break out of them and our best tips for how you can start engaging in real and effectiv…

1
42 - Beyond the Latch: How Tongue Ties Shape Airway, Sleep, and Development (Guest: Brittany Hageman) 54:36

24d ago54:36

54:36

Send us a text In this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Deb sits down with returning guest Brittany Hageman, a myofunctional speech therapist specializing in oral facial development, infant feeding, and airway health. Most parents hear about tongue ties when breastfeeding isn’t going well — but the impact goes fa…

1
💛 Parents Have Feelings Too: Healing the Emotional Side of Motherhood with Dr. Juli Fraga 43:28

24d ago43:28

43:28

Parenting isn’t just about raising kids—it’s about understanding yourself, too. In this episode of EmotionAL Support, host Alessandra Torresani talks with psychologist and author Dr. Julie Fraga about the emotional side of motherhood. They unpack the hidden challenges of parental guilt, rage, and self-doubt, and explore how matrescence—the transfor…

1
Punk Rock Meets Therapy: Understanding Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) 31:15

1M ago31:15

31:15

How are punk rock and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) related? More than you think. In this episode, clinical psychologist and bestselling author Dr. J.J. Kelly — the “punk rock doc” — joins the conversation to break down DBT with raw honesty, humor, and zero fluff. Far from a gimmick, DBT is an evidence-based therapy that blends mindfulness and…

1
77: The Reality of Caregiving: How Sam's Experience Shaped Her Life 44:26

1M ago44:26

44:26

By Nuance Needed

1
Unlocking Intuition: The Psychology Behind Mental Health, Parenting & Relationships with Sarah Gregg and Jill Ritchie 1:00:54

1M ago1:00:54

1:00:54

In this powerful episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with Jill Ritchie and Sarah Gregg to explore intuitive psychology—a transformative blend of ancient wisdom and modern science. Together, they unpack how intuition shapes our mental health, relationships, parenting, and personal growth. You’ll discover: • Why intuition is …

1
Governor John Kasich on Youth Mental Health Crisis 23:48

1M ago23:48

23:48

The youth mental health crisis is one of the most urgent challenges facing families today — but what can be done at a policy level to create lasting change? In this episode, former Ohio Governor John Kasich joins host Gabe Howard to share his work with the Bipartisan Policy Center and their recommendations for addressing this national emergency. Go…

1
76: The Critical Thinking Crisis Started in Schools with Dr. Jennifer Weber 40:22

1M ago40:22

40:22

What if the mental health crisis starts with how we learned to read? Dr. Jennifer Weber reveals the shocking connections between educational practices and our collective inability to process information or sit with discomfort. In conversation, Amanda and Jennifer discuss: * Why teaching kids to guess instead of read has massively contributed to how…

1
KARA KUSHNIR - I AM ONE Birth Trauma and Postpartum OCD Survivor, Therapist and Change Maker 59:21

1M ago59:21

59:21

Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the incredible Kara Kushnir! Seriously, she is impressive. Kara is a perinatal mental health certified licensed clinical social worker who’s impactful support of the perinatal population is not only felt through her extensive involvement with PSI, but also through the skilled support she pr…

1
41 - When Worry Won’t Stop: Postpartum Anxiety & OCD Explained (Guests: Dr. Angie Maxwell, PT, DPT, WCS & Laura Meader, LICSW) 1:04:32

1M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Send us a text In this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Deb brings back two powerhouse guests, Dr. Angie Maxwell, pelvic floor physical therapist, and Laura Meader, licensed social worker and therapist specializing in perinatal mental health, dig into a topic most parents don’t talk about out loud: postpartum anx…

1
Olympic Gold Medalist on Alcoholism, Recovery, and Redemption 27:30

2M ago27:30

27:30

How exactly does a three-time Olympic gold medalist end up with alcohol use disorder? At just 16, Carrie Bates stood on the Olympic podium with a gold medal around her neck. To the world, she had it all — talent, drive, and glory. But behind the scenes, Carrie was fighting a growing battle with alcohol that nearly cost her everything. In this episo…

1
75: Ultimate Trauma Episode: Everything You Want to Know 1:07:05

2M ago1:07:05

1:07:05

We've all seen the posts: "That's trauma." But the truth is less straightforward. Today we're unpacking the complex reality of trauma—what it actually is, how it differs from PTSD, and why understanding the nuance matters for your healing. In conversation, we tackle: * Why trauma and PTSD aren't the same thing (only 6% of people who experience trau…

1
Finding Hope Through the Chaos | Mental Health & Motherhood 15:04

2M ago15:04

15:04

In this heartfelt mini-episode of EmotionAL Support, host Alessandra Torresani opens up about the raw realities of postpartum life, mental health, and parenting. From the sleepless nights to the small moments of joy, Alessandra shares how she finds meaning in everyday signs and stays hopeful through the chaos. Whether you’re a new mom, navigating p…

1
Antisocial Myth: The Case for Leaving Early 26:25

2M ago26:25

26:25

Have you ever found yourself halfway through a concert, dinner party, or even a family gathering and thought, “OK, I’m ready to go now,” even though you’re having a good time? You’re not alone, and it doesn’t mean you’re antisocial or ungrateful. In this episode, host Gabe Howard sits down with Jodi Wellman, a positive psychology expert and TEDx sp…

1
74: When to Stay, When to Go, & How to Know (Sam's Moving!!) 55:08

2M ago55:08

55:08

We started talking about building community but ended up discussing personal transitions, knowing when to make big changes, and trusting yourself through those decisions. In conversation, we explore: * Sam's announcement: she’s moving just one year in Florida * How everyone’s a critic these days, and its easy to critique, but being in community and…

1
I AM ONE PSI Resource: English Helpline with Lisa Zeitlin 35:19

2M ago35:19

35:19

Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re spotlighting PSI’s English Helpline - an incredible, FREE resource available to anyone! The PSI Helpline is NOT a crisis hotline. It is a toll-free telephone number anyone can call or text to get basic information, support, and resources related to mental health during pregnancy, post-loss, and the postpartu…

1
Human Design & Parenting: Unlock Your Family’s Unique Blueprint for Connection with Alexandra Cole 1:08:33

2M ago1:08:33

1:08:33

Ever feel like you’re living life on autopilot — reacting instead of truly connecting? In this empowering conversation, Alessandra Torresani sits down with Alexandra Cole to explore Human Design and how it can help you understand yourself, improve your relationships, and create a life that actually feels good. This episode is for you if you want to…

1
40 - Back to Work: Easing the Transition After Maternity Leave 12:48

2M ago12:48

12:48

Send us a text In this powerful episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Deb peels back the curtain on one of the most under-prepared-for moments of early parenthood: going back to work after maternity leave. Spoiler alert—it’s not just about logistics, it’s an identity shift. Deb opens with her own (very real) story: tr…