Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Counselling in Altrincham
Your OCD will be understood and treated from multiple angles (CBT/ ERP, ACT and EMDR).
You've tried everything to "fix" your OCD. You've read self-help books, googled all sorts, promised to try harder tomorrow. But here's what you've discovered: the more you fight it, the worse it gets. The checking spirals. The avoidance spreads. The intrusive thoughts get louder and louder. You're exhausted from battling your own mind, and you're wondering if maybe you're just broken. Here's the truth: you're not broken. Your brain is doing exactly what brains do, it's trying to keep you safe, just in a not so useful way. The pathways back to the life you want are still there; you just need someone who can help you see them again.
Your OCD will be understood and treated from multiple angles (CBT/ ERP, ACT and EMDR).
You've tried everything to "fix" your OCD. You've read self-help books, googled all sorts, promised to try harder tomorrow. But here's what you've discovered: the more you fight it, the worse it gets. The checking spirals. The avoidance spreads. The intrusive thoughts get louder and louder. You're exhausted from battling your own mind, and you're wondering if maybe you're just broken. Here's the truth: you're not broken. Your brain is doing exactly what brains do, it's trying to keep you safe, just in a not so useful way. The pathways back to the life you want are still there; you just need someone who can help you see them again.
Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating a late ADHD diagnosis, or processing the impact of a significant life event. Often, we find ourselves repeating patterns we don’t fully understand, outwardly competent, high performing, even exceptional, yet internally disconnected from a sense of satisfaction or happiness.
As a CBT psychotherapist, I combine evidence-based approaches with genuine curiosity and compassion. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can gently explore your experiences, make sense of what’s happened, and work collaboratively to create meaningful lifelong change.
Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating a late ADHD diagnosis, or processing the impact of a significant life event. Often, we find ourselves repeating patterns we don’t fully understand, outwardly competent, high performing, even exceptional, yet internally disconnected from a sense of satisfaction or happiness.
As a CBT psychotherapist, I combine evidence-based approaches with genuine curiosity and compassion. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can gently explore your experiences, make sense of what’s happened, and work collaboratively to create meaningful lifelong change.
Welcome. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. My name is Clare, and I am an accredited CBT Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher with a background in humanistic therapy. I am experienced in providing both group and individual therapy in both inpatient and outpatient settings in the NHS, charitable organisations and the private sector. I am person centred in my approach which means that I put you the client at the centre of everything that I do and provide an empathic and non-judgemental space. I understand that it can be daunting reaching out for support and I am skilled at putting clients at ease.
Welcome. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. My name is Clare, and I am an accredited CBT Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher with a background in humanistic therapy. I am experienced in providing both group and individual therapy in both inpatient and outpatient settings in the NHS, charitable organisations and the private sector. I am person centred in my approach which means that I put you the client at the centre of everything that I do and provide an empathic and non-judgemental space. I understand that it can be daunting reaching out for support and I am skilled at putting clients at ease.
I help people understand what’s keeping them stuck and find a way forward that works in real life. Often, it’s not you - it’s the patterns your mind has learned over time. We’ll make sense of those patterns and focus on practical change - with an occasional dose of appropriate humour…!
I help people understand what’s keeping them stuck and find a way forward that works in real life. Often, it’s not you - it’s the patterns your mind has learned over time. We’ll make sense of those patterns and focus on practical change - with an occasional dose of appropriate humour…!
Life is tough for everyone at the moment. Everything seems so stressful and difficult and you wonder why you don't seem to cope when everyone else does. You can't make sense of what is happening either with you or your relationship. You may be anxious or fearful for the future and really fed up feeling the way you do and never getting beyond it? Would you like help to understand why you feel this way, to take back control of your thoughts and feelings and your relationships? Reach out to me and between us we can understand and work through these issues.
Life is tough for everyone at the moment. Everything seems so stressful and difficult and you wonder why you don't seem to cope when everyone else does. You can't make sense of what is happening either with you or your relationship. You may be anxious or fearful for the future and really fed up feeling the way you do and never getting beyond it? Would you like help to understand why you feel this way, to take back control of your thoughts and feelings and your relationships? Reach out to me and between us we can understand and work through these issues.
Have you been feeling stressed? Struggling with worries or panic? Is fear stopping you from doing what you would like to? Has your get up and go, gone? I am a compassionate and highly experienced CBT Therapist/EMDR/ACT/CFT Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher with over eighteen years experience in NHS and specialist health care settings. I offer a confidential and professional service delivering high quality evidence based effective therapy to promote wellbeing and improve quality of life. I will work alongside you in your journey to help you learn the tools and techniques that can be used daily to meet your therapy goals.
Have you been feeling stressed? Struggling with worries or panic? Is fear stopping you from doing what you would like to? Has your get up and go, gone? I am a compassionate and highly experienced CBT Therapist/EMDR/ACT/CFT Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher with over eighteen years experience in NHS and specialist health care settings. I offer a confidential and professional service delivering high quality evidence based effective therapy to promote wellbeing and improve quality of life. I will work alongside you in your journey to help you learn the tools and techniques that can be used daily to meet your therapy goals.
Deciding to come to therapy, and choosing a therapist, is an incredibly big decision. Over the years, I have found that a lot of my clients have not always had the best experience with practitioners, and this can cause significant anxiety when deciding to access therapy again. Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time, or you have had therapy before, I respect the care and time that is needed to find the right person for you. It is important for you to feel safe and valued for you to explore what is happening in your life. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you want to learn a little more about me and my approach.
Deciding to come to therapy, and choosing a therapist, is an incredibly big decision. Over the years, I have found that a lot of my clients have not always had the best experience with practitioners, and this can cause significant anxiety when deciding to access therapy again. Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time, or you have had therapy before, I respect the care and time that is needed to find the right person for you. It is important for you to feel safe and valued for you to explore what is happening in your life. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you want to learn a little more about me and my approach.
I am trained in both ERP and Cognitive Therapy for OCD, and can tailor treatment to you.
OCD is forever changing. Just as you find a way to shut it up, it finds a sneaky way to come at you - a new mutation of an intrusive thought, a new behaviour it convinces you to do, a new topic completely it switch to. It's a slippery so and so, which is why working with an experienced therapist is so important. Effective treatment isn't just about the intrusive thought that is at the front of your mind right now, it's about tackling any examples where you are acting as if your intrusive thoughts are true when they absolutely are not. Treatment isn't easy, most people have had OCD for years before therapy. But recovery is possible!
I am trained in both ERP and Cognitive Therapy for OCD, and can tailor treatment to you.
OCD is forever changing. Just as you find a way to shut it up, it finds a sneaky way to come at you - a new mutation of an intrusive thought, a new behaviour it convinces you to do, a new topic completely it switch to. It's a slippery so and so, which is why working with an experienced therapist is so important. Effective treatment isn't just about the intrusive thought that is at the front of your mind right now, it's about tackling any examples where you are acting as if your intrusive thoughts are true when they absolutely are not. Treatment isn't easy, most people have had OCD for years before therapy. But recovery is possible!
Torden CBT provides 1-1 online psychotherapy to adults and young people using a cognitive behavioural approach. I am a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist, specialising in Anxiety and Depression, including, OCD, GAD, Panic, Specific Phobia and Depression. In our first session I try to focus on getting to know you as a whole person, to help gain a joint understanding of your experiences and how they influence you today.
Torden CBT provides 1-1 online psychotherapy to adults and young people using a cognitive behavioural approach. I am a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist, specialising in Anxiety and Depression, including, OCD, GAD, Panic, Specific Phobia and Depression. In our first session I try to focus on getting to know you as a whole person, to help gain a joint understanding of your experiences and how they influence you today.
Most people don't come to me saying "I'm being manipulated." They say things like "I feel confused," "I'm always the one giving more," or, "I think I'm dealing with a narcissist,", "I don't understand what I'm doing wrong." They know something isn't right — and they often assume the problem is them.
If you're feeling stuck, depleted, or like you're walking on eggshells in a relationship — romantic, family, friendship or work — you're in the right place.
Most people don't come to me saying "I'm being manipulated." They say things like "I feel confused," "I'm always the one giving more," or, "I think I'm dealing with a narcissist,", "I don't understand what I'm doing wrong." They know something isn't right — and they often assume the problem is them.
If you're feeling stuck, depleted, or like you're walking on eggshells in a relationship — romantic, family, friendship or work — you're in the right place.
I am a psychologist and certified couple therapist (Imago). I am driven by my empathy and desire to help others. I welcome same-sex couples, all members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from all ethnic/cultural backgrounds. Born in France, I trained in the UK at the highest academic level and in multiple settings (incl. the NHS). I can help adults with many mental health difficulties (anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, OCD) and couples experiencing difficulties (communication, crisis, affairs). I am also highly experienced in supporting cancer patients and their families. Please see my website for more information.
I am a psychologist and certified couple therapist (Imago). I am driven by my empathy and desire to help others. I welcome same-sex couples, all members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from all ethnic/cultural backgrounds. Born in France, I trained in the UK at the highest academic level and in multiple settings (incl. the NHS). I can help adults with many mental health difficulties (anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, OCD) and couples experiencing difficulties (communication, crisis, affairs). I am also highly experienced in supporting cancer patients and their families. Please see my website for more information.
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Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Keira can help you with: Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, FND, Non-Epileptic Attack Disorder, Fibromyalgia, Blood and Needle phobia, OCD, Adolescent; Exam related stress, Relational & emotional therapy and Social Phobia and many more.
Keira can help you with: Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, FND, Non-Epileptic Attack Disorder, Fibromyalgia, Blood and Needle phobia, OCD, Adolescent; Exam related stress, Relational & emotional therapy and Social Phobia and many more.
I am Temi, a qualified therapist with over 10 years of experience dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges. Specialising in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy and mindfulness-based approaches, I focus on empowering clients to navigate Anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. In our sessions, I create a safe, confidential environment where we can explore your experiences and goals. Together, we will develop personalised strategies to enhance your mental well-being and resilience.
I am Temi, a qualified therapist with over 10 years of experience dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges. Specialising in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy and mindfulness-based approaches, I focus on empowering clients to navigate Anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. In our sessions, I create a safe, confidential environment where we can explore your experiences and goals. Together, we will develop personalised strategies to enhance your mental well-being and resilience.
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My aim is to help explore the difficulties that individuals and families are wanting support with and then be honest and transparent in the ways in which I am able to help. I am able to offer individual sessions, family sessions and a mix of both when required. I recognise that engaging with someone new can be daunting for young people and their families and therefore initially I prioritise helping people to feel comfortable to share their problems. I am able to assess and contribute towards assessment for Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) alongside a multidiscplinary team.
My aim is to help explore the difficulties that individuals and families are wanting support with and then be honest and transparent in the ways in which I am able to help. I am able to offer individual sessions, family sessions and a mix of both when required. I recognise that engaging with someone new can be daunting for young people and their families and therefore initially I prioritise helping people to feel comfortable to share their problems. I am able to assess and contribute towards assessment for Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) alongside a multidiscplinary team.
We humans tend to work against ourselves which creates a multitude of different struggles and distress levels throughout our lives. My clients come from all walks of life seeking help with for a wide range of problematic experiences or reactions. They can be struggling with current adverse life events, past traumas, clinical and personality difficulties or just plain fed up feeling like life is exhausting or demanding. However, they all ha a common goal: To make their world work better for them.
We humans tend to work against ourselves which creates a multitude of different struggles and distress levels throughout our lives. My clients come from all walks of life seeking help with for a wide range of problematic experiences or reactions. They can be struggling with current adverse life events, past traumas, clinical and personality difficulties or just plain fed up feeling like life is exhausting or demanding. However, they all ha a common goal: To make their world work better for them.
Do you feel like you’re constantly "white-knuckling" your way through the day? Perhaps you’ve spent years wondering why simple tasks feel harder for you than for everyone else, or maybe a past experience is still casting a long shadow over your current life.
Whether you are looking for clarity through an ADHD assessment or seeking relief from long-standing distress through CBT or EMDR, I provide a calm, non-judgmental space to help you find your feet again.
I offer a blend of diagnostic insight and therapeutic support, ensuring you don’t just receive a label, but a way forward:
Do you feel like you’re constantly "white-knuckling" your way through the day? Perhaps you’ve spent years wondering why simple tasks feel harder for you than for everyone else, or maybe a past experience is still casting a long shadow over your current life.
Whether you are looking for clarity through an ADHD assessment or seeking relief from long-standing distress through CBT or EMDR, I provide a calm, non-judgmental space to help you find your feet again.
I offer a blend of diagnostic insight and therapeutic support, ensuring you don’t just receive a label, but a way forward:
If you’ve been wondering whether ADHD might be part of your life, you’re not alone & we’re here to help you explore it. At the UK Practice, our neuroaffirmative approach to ADHD assessment & diagnosis means that we take time to understand how ADHD shows up in your life, whether it’s affecting your work, relationships, or personal sense of self. Once diagnosed, our comprehensive reports and feedback can guide post-diagnostic services, including gaining access to medical services. You’re not just left with a label but equipped with practical strategies and coping tools that empower you to thrive.
If you’ve been wondering whether ADHD might be part of your life, you’re not alone & we’re here to help you explore it. At the UK Practice, our neuroaffirmative approach to ADHD assessment & diagnosis means that we take time to understand how ADHD shows up in your life, whether it’s affecting your work, relationships, or personal sense of self. Once diagnosed, our comprehensive reports and feedback can guide post-diagnostic services, including gaining access to medical services. You’re not just left with a label but equipped with practical strategies and coping tools that empower you to thrive.
I’m Christina, a trauma, relationships & eating disorders therapist. I also work with mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.
I may be a good fit for you if you have experienced relationship trauma such as domestic and sexual abuse or an eating disorder. These experiences may have affected your self-worth, confidence, and relationship with your body. You may also have noticed feeling anxious or trauma-bonded in relationships. I help you to increase your confidence and self-esteem, overcome trauma and develop a healthy relationships with yourself and with others. I can also help you to improve your body image.
I’m Christina, a trauma, relationships & eating disorders therapist. I also work with mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.
I may be a good fit for you if you have experienced relationship trauma such as domestic and sexual abuse or an eating disorder. These experiences may have affected your self-worth, confidence, and relationship with your body. You may also have noticed feeling anxious or trauma-bonded in relationships. I help you to increase your confidence and self-esteem, overcome trauma and develop a healthy relationships with yourself and with others. I can also help you to improve your body image.
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist (HCPC NO. PYL32808) with a doctorate from Lancaster University, now working in private practice with a focus on delivering high-quality, meaningful psychological assessment and support. My approach is grounded in the belief that assessments should be more than diagnostic—they should be holistic, insightful, and empowering, helping individuals make sense of their strengths and challenges in real, practical ways.
My career began working with looked-after children and supporting young people with additional needs in both mainstream and specialist educational settings. Since qualifying, I ha
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist (HCPC NO. PYL32808) with a doctorate from Lancaster University, now working in private practice with a focus on delivering high-quality, meaningful psychological assessment and support. My approach is grounded in the belief that assessments should be more than diagnostic—they should be holistic, insightful, and empowering, helping individuals make sense of their strengths and challenges in real, practical ways.
My career began working with looked-after children and supporting young people with additional needs in both mainstream and specialist educational settings. Since qualifying, I ha
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Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviours that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioural therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioural change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.