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182. OCD + ADHD: Why It Feels So Much Harder Than It Should
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- May 1, 2026
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- 2290
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Summary
Why does it feel like everyone else can manage their OCD… but you just can’t seem to make it stick? In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Dr. Rachel LaFleur. Together, they unpack the often-missed overlap between ADHD and OCD—and why you might feel stuck in your recovery even when you’re doing “everything right.” Dr. LaFleur opens up about: • Why so many adults—especially women—are missing an ADHD diagnosis • How intrusive thoughts + attention struggles can feed each other • The hidden signs of ADHD that don’t look like hyperactivity • Why OCD therapy might not “stick” without addressing ADHD This conversation also dives into: • The subtle ways ADHD shows up in your daily life (even if you seem “high-functioning”) • Why you might feel motivated but still unable to act • Tools like attention training, structure, and accountability that actually work • The bigger message: you’re not failing—your brain may just need a different approach If you’ve ever thought: “Why can’t I just do what I know helps?” This episode will help you understand what’s really going on—and what to do next. Whether you’re navigating OCD yourself or trying to make sense of your own patterns, this episode offers clarity, validation, and practical strategies to help you move forward. 📲 About Dr. Rachel LaFleur (guest): • Rachel C. LaFleur, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist, Stony Run Psychology & Wellness • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-lafleur-ph-d-73735056/ • Web Page: https://stonyrunpsych.com/ ✂️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:01 Intro & Guest Welcome00:21 Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?01:36 Can you explain the overlap between ADHD and OCD?04:06 What are the “spidey senses” for ADHD?07:10 How do you actually tell if it’s ADHD and not just normal…