
Welcome to #OurAnxietyStories
Want to learn more about anxiety and related disorders? Since 2020, we have interviewed people from all walks of life, who are ready to share their personal journeys with anxiety and related disorders, like OCD. They are candid, courageous and remind us that we are not alone.
Welcome to #OurAnxietyStories – The Anxiety Canada Podcast.
Anxiety Canada is proud to be affiliated with HeretoHelp, a project of the BC Partners for Mental Health and Substance Use Information. The BC Partners are funded by the Provincial Health Services Authority.

Our Featured Podcast
The OCDad: Navigating OCD, Parenthood, and the Journey to Healing
Jason Adams, a dad of twins/husband, author of the book, OCDad: Learning to Be a Parent With a Mental Health Disorder, a musician, and a guy with OCD, in that order, candidly shares his journey with OCD in this #OurAnxietyStories, the OCD Series. What started as typical new-parent anxieties after the birth of his twin sons in 2019, quickly evolved into severe OCD symptoms, including intrusive thoughts about his children’s safety. This strain affected his relationships and daily life, prompting him to seek therapy and a formal diagnosis. Through treatment, Jason learned to manage his OCD, though balancing his needs with family responsibilities was tough. He points out the importance of understanding how OCD impacts loved ones and not just the individual. Jason highlights the transformative journey of understanding and acceptance, acknowledging the temporary discomfort of change and the long-term benefits of these therapeutic approaches. His openness about integrating clinical strategies with compassionate family dialogue emphasizes the collaborative effort necessary to manage OCD’s effects within family life.
Latest Episode

The OCDad: Navigating OCD, Parenthood, and the Journey to Healing
Jason Adams, a dad of twins/husband, author of the book, OCDad: Learning to Be a Parent With a Mental Health Disorder, a musician, and a guy with OCD, in that order, candidly shares his journey with OCD in this #OurAnxietyStories, the OCD Series. What started as typical new-parent anxieties after the birth of his twin… VIEW
Featured Guest

Access to OCD Treatments and When to Seek Them with Dr Peggy Richter
In this episode of #OurAnxietyStories, the OCD Series, Mark Antczak, from Anxiety Canada interviews Dr. Peggy Richter, a leading expert in obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Dr. Richter, known for her groundbreaking research on the genetic and biological underpinnings of OCD, discusses how to effectively advocate for yourself, access support, and explore various treatment options including… VIEW