Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

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Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP (she, her)

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London E17

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If you’re exhausted by intrusive thoughts, compulsions, constant doubt or fear of uncertainty, you are not broken - and you are not alone. Hi, I’m Bridget, a CBT therapist specialising in OCD and Anxiety Disorders. I work with all sub-types of OCD including, contamination, checking, harm, intrusive sexual thoughts, POCD, religious/moral, relationship OCD, health/somatic, ordering/symmetry, real event, magical thinking and “pure O”. Using evidence-based CBT and ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), I help you understand what keeps the cycle going and guide you step by step to break it. Real, lasting change is possible.

Recent client feedback: “Bridget was really wonderful. I left feeling empowered and confident I had everything I needed to tackle my OCD and future challenges.” Alongside CBT and ERP, I integrate ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and CFT (Compassion Focused Therapy) where appropriate, helping you build resilience and self-trust.

Starting therapy can feel daunting, especially with OCD or anxiety. I offer a calm, structured and compassionate space where you feel understood, not judged. Together we create a tailored, evidence-based plan designed around you. Book a free 15-minute call and take the first step towards feeling in control again.

Call or Email Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist now for a free 15 minute consultation - 020 3835 5416

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

London E17

020 3835 5416

Website

I'm available for daytime and evening appointments Tuesday - Friday. I offer sessions online via Google Meet, across the UK and worldwide.

I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Anxiety and Generalised Anxiety Disorder

£150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

Here's a bit about me!

Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Let's Connect 020 3835 5416

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

London E17

020 3835 5416

Website

I'm available for daytime and evening appointments Tuesday - Friday. I offer sessions online via Google Meet, across the UK and worldwide.

I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Anxiety and Generalised Anxiety Disorder

£150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

Here's a bit about me!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions £150

Payment Methods

Bank transfer

Insurance

Cigna and Evernorth
WPA

As someone who once felt trapped in anxious thoughts and behaviours, I know how convincing and overwhelming they can be. What changed everything was learning how to relate to them differently. Therapy is an investment, but it's one that helps you build a life guided by your values, not your anxiety.

Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3835 5416

Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3835 5416

Qualifications

Psychotherapist: Bridget Barnes C B T

Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies Bridget Barnes C B T

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 11 years

King's College London, Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Ther, Graduated 2019

Additional Credentials

Certificate from University of Essex Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity CBT Interventions / 2015

Degree/Diploma from University of Lincoln in Psychology (BSc.Hons) Bachelor of Science in Psychology / 2014

My approach combines evidence-based CBT with Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness where appropriate. We work with both mind and body, helping you understand and change unhelpful patterns and build lasting resilience.

Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3835 5416

Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3835 5416

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Anxiety
Generalised Anxiety Disorder

Expertise

Coping Skills
Depression
Imposter Syndrome
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Thinking Disorders
Trauma and PTSD

Many people come to me exhausted from battling intrusive thoughts and anxiety - trying reassurance, avoidance or sheer willpower, yet still feeling stuck. Often, they simply haven't been given the right evidence-based tools. CBT is recommended for OCD and anxiety disorders for a reason: when applied properly, it works -and it can help you break the cycle for good.

Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3835 5416

Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3835 5416

9 Endorsements

Dr Raphaelle Dusoulier

Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.

Bridget is an excellent CBT therapist, with a huge amount of experience in working with anxiety and particularly OCD. I know her to be a very compassionate and warm person, who I recommend for those specifically seeking a highly experienced CBT specialist.

Sophie Sheffield

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Bridget's experience and expertise in helping people with anxiety and OCD alongside her warm and compassionate nature makes her an amazing therapist. I would highly recommend working with her and seeing how your life can change!

Conor Campbell

Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP

Bridget is an incredibly warm and empathic therapist who is always able to make you feel supported and understood. She has lots of experience and specialist expertise with many anxiety disorders and particularly with OCD. I highly recommend her work!

Alex Black CBT Therapy

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Bridget is a highly skilled therapist, particularly experienced in helping people navigate and manage anxiety (i.e. OCD). A warm, supportive and thoughtful approach is her hallmark!

Yetunde Onifade

Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP

Bridget is a very skilled, compassionate and thoughtful therapist. Her expertise is in supporting people with anxiety disorders including OCD and GAD. Her collaborative style has helped her clients to achieve their goals. I highly recommend her

Samuel Fawcett

Counsellor, MBACP

Bridget is extremely knowledgeable about OCD and anxiety and is well-versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches including CBT, ACT, and CFT. She has a naturally non-judgemental and warm manner which makes her an excellent supervisor and therapist.

Emily Gardner OCD

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Bridget is an excellent therapist. She will make you feel at ease with her calming and compassionate nature. I recommend her highly to anyone who needs support with anxiety.

Nicole Sufrin

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Bridget is an excellent, insightful and compassionate therapist, I can highly recommend her!

Hampstead CBT

Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP

Bridget works in a very relational way, She is sensitive to interpersonal dynamics and the emotions of her clients. Her area of expertise is anxiety. I would recommend her most highly.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Nervous System Regulation
Trauma Focused

We begin by understanding how your anxiety developed and what's keeping it going. Together, we gently break the behaviours and patterns that are limiting your life. You'll learn how to respond differently to overwhelming thoughts, rather than getting pulled into them. The goal isn't just short-term relief - it's lifelong skills so you can face future challenges with confidence.

Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3835 5416

Bridget Barnes - OCD and Anxiety Specialist

Psychotherapist, MBABCP

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3835 5416