Episode #31
LIVE IOCDF KEYNOTE: How ERP and the OCD Community Changed Our Lives
Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of The OCD Confessional , we're sharing the keynote address that Liam Martin and his wife, Dr. Lia Martin, delivered at the International OCD Foundation's Global OCD Conference . Together, we reflect on what it was like to build a marriage while OCD was quietly shaping nearly every part of our lives. We talk openly about the fear, confusion, reassurance-seeking, and moments when OCD threatened to pull us apart—and the lessons we learned as we found our way through it together. Liam also shares his personal journey with OCD, including the years he spent searching for answers, how Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) transformed his life, and why discovering the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) became one of the biggest turning points in his recovery. In this keynote, we discuss: How OCD affects romantic relationships and families The hidden impact of reassurance and accommodation Liam's journey from diagnosis to recovery Why ERP remains the gold-standard treatment for OCD The life-changing role of the OCD community Finding hope—even when OCD tells you there isn't any Whether you're living with OCD, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for hope, we hope this conversation reminds you that recovery is possible—and that no one has to face OCD alone. Support the show Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube & everywhere podcasts live. Instagram & TikTok: @theocdconfessional YouTube: The OCD Confessional https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9LpIFjdtZQ Supported by NOCD If you or someone you love is struggling with OCD, check out NOCD — a leading virtual health platform that connects people with licensed therapists specially trained in Evidence-Based ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) therapy. NOCD offers live video sessions, between-session therapist messaging, access to in-app therapeutic tools, and a global peer community. Their goal: make expert OCD treatment accessible, effective, and affordable. ➤ Visit https://learn.nocd.com/ocdconfessional to learn more and get matched with an OCD-trained therapist. The OCD Confessional is hosted by Liam Martin & Alicia Hill — real stories, intrusive thoughts, and the tools we use to cope (with plenty of laughter). Disclaimer: The OCD Confessional is intended for education, awareness, and community support only. It does not provide therapy or professional mental-health advice. If you are struggling or in crisis, please seek help from a licensed mental-health professional. In the U.S., you can call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
