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Each story is different—but you’ll find shared humanity in every conversation. These episodes aren’t about fixing anything. They’re about reminding you that you’re not the only one learning to live with loss.

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16. Kris Oberle | OCD Isn’t What You Think: Living Inside the Reality of OCD

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In this powerful episode, Kris pulls back the curtain on a lifelong battle with misunderstood and often hidden OCD—sharing how intrusive thoughts, shame, misdiagnosis, and treatment-resistant depression nearly cost her everything, and how a combination of ERP therapy, TMS, partial hospitalization, and unwavering support brought her back from the edge. Her story is a raw, hopeful reminder that OCD is not a quirk but a debilitating disorder, that help does exist, and that one more try—one more treatment, one more honest conversation—can be life-changing.


“I have the lived experience, and I realized I cannot keep hiding this and being so ashamed of everything, because it's only perpetuating this stereotype about what OCD is.”-Kris Oberle


Key Points:


  • OCD is deeply misunderstood — it’s not about cleanliness or quirks, but intrusive, unwanted thoughts that cause intense fear, shame, and anxiety.

  • Diagnosis often takes over a decade, and misinformed providers can worsen symptoms or reinforce fears, making proper OCD-specific care essential.

  • ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) is the gold-standard therapy for OCD, while traditional talk therapy can unintentionally make symptoms worse.

  • Treatment-resistant depression often coexists with OCD, requiring multi-pronged interventions like medication, therapy, lifestyle changes, and medical treatments.

  • TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) can be life-changing for treatment-resistant OCD and depression, offering hope when medications and therapy fall short.

  • Support and openness save lives — sharing her struggles with trusted people became Kris’ turning point, proving that connection, compassion, and “trying one more thing” can make recovery possible.

  • Acceptance is a crucial part of healing — OCD doesn’t simply “go away,” and learning to coexist with it, rather than fight its existence, is a major step toward stability.

  • Lived experience can be a powerful tool — Kris’ journey inspired her to pursue counseling and work in a TMS clinic, showing how personal struggles can evolve into meaningful advocacy and support for others.



About Kris Oberle:


Kris Oberle is a Colorado State University graduate with BAs in History and Zoology, and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Adams State University. She entered the mental health field with the intention of drawing on her lived experience to bring authenticity and empathy to her future work as a counselor. Previously, Kris built a meaningful career in animal care—an experience that continues to shape her perspective today—and she hopes to integrate animal-assisted interventions into her future practice, blending her passion for helping others with a deep connection to animals.


Kris works as a TMS Coordinator at Harmony Neurocare in Castle Rock, Colorado, supporting patients through innovative, evidence-based care. Passionate about challenging the stereotypes that too often surround mental-health discussions and reducing the shame that can keep people from seeking help, she is committed to creating spaces where people feel safe to ask for support and embrace their full story. 




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