Breaking the Loop: OCD & Relationship OCD

Why does anxiety feel so different now?In this episode, I sit down with licensed therapist Kati Morton to talk about the modern anxiety epidemic — the kind that shows up as constant overthinking, people pleasing, racing thoughts, social anxiety, panic attacks, avoidance, doomscrolling, and feeling mentally “on” 24/7.We talk about the hidden signs of anxiety that so many people miss, why anxiety can be so hard to recognize, how social media has intensified our fears and self-comparison, and what happens when social anxiety starts affecting friendships, relationships, and everyday life.Kati also explains the difference between generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorder, when it may be time to consider medication, and practical ways to calm the nervous system and quiet the mental noise without relying on unhealthy coping mechanisms.This episode honestly felt like putting words to experiences so many of us thought were just personality traits.For resources & more: realwithcw.comFollow Kati:YouTube: @KatimortonInstagram: @katimortonTikTok: @katimorton

Trauma isn't just the big, obvious stuff. It's the subtle, everyday experiences that quietly shape how you move through the world — and most people don't recognize it in themselves. In this episode, licensed social worker and EMDR therapist Ada Ding breaks down what trauma really means, how it shows up in your body, your relationships, and your nervous system, and what healing can actually look like.Topics covered: What trauma really means | Big T vs little t trauma | How trauma shows up subtly | Fight, flight, freeze, fawn | Hyper-independence | Emotional flashbacks | Trauma stored in the body | Shame, insecurity & feeling broken | Attachment styles | Intergenerational & systemic trauma | When you can't heal in an unsafe environment | What EMDR is & how it works neurologicallyFollow Ada:⁠https://www.instagram.com/therapywithada/⁠Follow us on socials!@realwithcw on IG@realwithcarlyweinstein on Tik TokFor more resources & experts:realwithcw.com

Trauma isn't just the big, obvious stuff. It's the subtle, everyday experiences that quietly shape how you move through the world — and most people don't recognize it in themselves. In this episode, licensed social worker and EMDR therapist Ada Ding breaks down what trauma really means, how it shows up in your body, your relationships, and your nervous system, and what healing can actually look like.Topics covered: What trauma really means | Big T vs little t trauma | How trauma shows up subtly | Fight, flight, freeze, fawn | Hyper-independence | Emotional flashbacks | Trauma stored in the body | Shame, insecurity & feeling broken | Attachment styles | Intergenerational & systemic trauma | When you can't heal in an unsafe environment | What EMDR is & how it works neurologicallyFollow Ada:https://www.instagram.com/therapywithada/Follow us on socials!@realwithcw on IG@realwithcarlyweinstein on Tik TokFor more resources & experts:realwithcw.com

Therapist Vienna Pharaon joins us for a conversation on dating, attachment, and breaking the patterns that keep us stuck in the same relationships.Vienna has practiced therapy for nearly 20 years, founded Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy in NYC, and wrote the National Bestselling book The Origins of You. In this episode: why we love who we love, the 5 core wounds from childhood that quietly run our relationships, how to date with intention, what healthy conflict looks like, early signs of emotional unavailability, and how to know when a relationship is worth fighting for — and when it isn't. Plus a rapid-fire round on closure, situationships, and if "if he wanted to he would" is actually true or not.Follow Vienna: @mindfulmft | TheOriginsOfYou.comFor more resources head to realwithcw.com

Most people think OCD is about being clean or organized. It's not. OCD is one of the most misunderstood and underdiagnosed mental health conditions — and it shows up in ways most people would never recognize. In this episode, I sit down with licensed clinical social worker Julia Resnick to break down what OCD actually is, how it overlaps with anxiety, depression, and perfectionism, and why so many high achievers struggle with it without ever knowing. We also get into Relationship OCD — what it is, why it makes you constantly question your feelings and seek reassurance, and how to tell the difference between normal relationship doubts and something deeper. Plus what real treatment looks like, why healing is so uncomfortable, and what to do if you think you might have OCD but have no idea where to start.Follow Julia! @ocdtherapywithjulia on IG!For more in-depth mental health resources & more, visitrealwithcw.comFollow me on Instagram: @realwithcw

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are everywhere right now — but what is this shift actually doing to our minds, our confidence, and our relationship with food?In this episode of The Experts Series, I sit down with Dr. Rachel Goldman — psychologist, NYU professor, media expert, and author of When Life Happens — for a conversation that goes beyond the headlines and into the real psychological impact of weight loss culture today.We talk about:Who GLP-1 medications are actually forWhat “food noise” is and why it feels so overwhelmingEmotional eating — how to recognize it and what’s underneath itMindful eating practices that are realistic and sustainableBody acceptance in a world where everyone around you may be changingHow to protect your mental health when comparison is everywhereThis conversation is honest, nuanced, and necessary — especially if you’ve been feeling the pressure of what’s happening around you.Dr. Rachel Goldman is a licensed psychologist, clinical assistant professor at NYU School of Medicine, and media expert specializing in health behavior change.Learn more about Dr. Rachel Goldman:Website: https://www.drrachelgoldman.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrachelgoldmanHer new book When Life Happens is available now:https://www.drrachelgoldman.com/bookFor more in-depth mental health resources & more, visit realwithcw.comFollow me on Instagram: @realwithcw

In this episode, we're sitting down with one of the leading voices in psychiatry to talk about something so many of us experience but can't quite name: high-functioning depression. You show up to work, you smile, you get things done — but underneath, something feels deeply off.Dr. Judith Joseph breaks down what high-functioning depression actually looks like, why it's so easy to miss (especially in high achievers and women), and what's going on in the brain when we feel emotionally numb. She also shares what real recovery can look like — and why joy is something you can actually reclaim.Dr. Judith's WebsiteDr. Judith's InstagramDr. Judith's BookFor more in-depth mental health resources & more, visit realwithcw.comFollow me on IG!

If you hate your body, constantly think about food, or feel stuck in that cycle—this episode will explain why.In Episode 1 of The Experts Series, Carly sits down with therapist Lauren Larkin to break down what’s actually going on beneath body image struggles and disordered eating—and how to begin healing your relationship with food.They talk about why so many women struggle with body image, the psychology behind disordered eating, and what recovery really looks like (beyond what we see online). Lauren also shares practical ways to start shifting your mindset, build a healthier relationship with your body, and support yourself through the process.Whether you’re dealing with food anxiety, body image issues, or just feel overwhelmed by all the messaging around diet culture—this conversation is honest, nuanced, and incredibly validating.Follow Lauren Larkin:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leltherapy/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leltherapyWebsite: https://leltherapy.comFor resources & more recommendations straight from the expert, click here!

WELCOME TO SEASON 2!! In this week's solo episode, Carly catches everyone up on life, and one piece of *major news*. She discusses relationship OCD, what she learned from a recent documentary, her current habits & routine, and what you can expect for future episodes!

In today's solo episode, Carly is giving the ultimate breakup pep talk. From why you shouldn't rely on going back to your ex, to rediscovering yourself & your worth, this is an episode every girl going through heartbreak needs rn.