When Thoughts Get Stuck offers a compassionate path forward for Christians living with OCD
“Written with pastoral care and the warmth of personal experience, Will and Thea do a superb job of providing readers with practical tools for breaking cycles of rumination. This empowering book is a must read for church leaders and for those who struggle with OCD and obsessive thoughts.” — Cheryl Donaldson, Psychologist, MA, LMFT, LCPC
On Tuesday, July 14th, Hodder Faith is releasing When Thoughts Get Stuck, a gentle and deeply encouraging guide for Christians whose minds feel caught in loops of fear, doubt, or persistent “what‑ifs.” The book is written by Reverand Will Van Der Hart and Thea Joshi, both of whom live with OCD, and together they offer a rare combination of lived experience, psychological understanding, and spiritual wisdom.
When Thoughts Get Stuck brings to light the often-hidden struggle of obsessive thinking, especially when it becomes intertwined with Christian belief. Van Der Hart and Joshi help readers understand what OCD truly is, how it shapes thought patterns, and why cycles of guilt, fear, and reassurance can feel so overwhelming. Their writing is warm and clear, guiding readers toward a renewed sense of God’s love and a more compassionate relationship with their own minds. Each chapter includes spiritual encouragement, expert‑informed guidance, and a prayer to support readers as they move toward peace.
The authors explore how OCD mindsets can become entangled with biblical principles, how persistent guilt and condemnation can be released, and how obsessions and compulsions can be navigated with practical, grounded tools. Their approach offers hope to Christians with OCD and to the people who care for them, creating a space where faith and mental health can be understood together with both honesty and grace.
Reverand Will Van Der Hart is a Well‑being Chaplain, speaker, and mental‑health advocate known for his work supporting Christians experiencing anxiety, OCD, and intrusive thoughts.
Thea Joshi is a mental‑health communicator and writer whose work focuses on compassionate, faith‑informed approaches to psychological wellbeing.
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