Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Bakewell

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Angela Williamson
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Bakewell DE45
Trying to resolve the issues troubling you alone can feel overwhelming. Reaching out for help is a proactive first step in starting to feel better. I provide a welcoming, safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk about what is troubling you. It is very natural to feel nervous about coming to counselling for the first time. I understand and never lose sight of this. I offer a complimentary 20-minute introductory telephone consultation. Some new clients prefer to book their first appointment without a call. It about what feels best to you.
Trying to resolve the issues troubling you alone can feel overwhelming. Reaching out for help is a proactive first step in starting to feel better. I provide a welcoming, safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk about what is troubling you. It is very natural to feel nervous about coming to counselling for the first time. I understand and never lose sight of this. I offer a complimentary 20-minute introductory telephone consultation. Some new clients prefer to book their first appointment without a call. It about what feels best to you.
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Lindsay McCarthy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many of my clients are people who have lived with emotional or mental health challenges and are ready to find a gentler way forward. They may feel weighed down by the past, unsure how it has shaped their choices, yet hopeful for something different. What my clients long for is understanding, compassion, and a safe space to be heard without judgement. Their goals are often to accept their past with kindness, reconnect with what matters most, and create a more present, fulfilling, and balanced life.
Many of my clients are people who have lived with emotional or mental health challenges and are ready to find a gentler way forward. They may feel weighed down by the past, unsure how it has shaped their choices, yet hopeful for something different. What my clients long for is understanding, compassion, and a safe space to be heard without judgement. Their goals are often to accept their past with kindness, reconnect with what matters most, and create a more present, fulfilling, and balanced life.
01246 948498 View 01246 948498
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Lynne Douglas
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Specialist EMDR therapy online, with an EMDR Consultant with over 20 years trauma therapy completed, 15 of those using EMDR, you are in safe, experienced hands. Do you live in a remote area and find it hard to get to appointments? Are you working full time so time is limited? Then this is the service for you, we work completely online so you can connect from the comfort of your own home. No long commutes, no traffic jams. Healthyminds4u is a growing service, we have a specialist in Eating Disorders and a specialist working with fostered young people 16+ and/or their parents. Check our website to book.
Specialist EMDR therapy online, with an EMDR Consultant with over 20 years trauma therapy completed, 15 of those using EMDR, you are in safe, experienced hands. Do you live in a remote area and find it hard to get to appointments? Are you working full time so time is limited? Then this is the service for you, we work completely online so you can connect from the comfort of your own home. No long commutes, no traffic jams. Healthyminds4u is a growing service, we have a specialist in Eating Disorders and a specialist working with fostered young people 16+ and/or their parents. Check our website to book.
01246 948652 View 01246 948652
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Caro Lee
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether you’re dealing with anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, estrangement, family issues, identity, loneliness, menopause, powerlessness, relationship difficulties, or simply want to talk things through, I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore what you’re feeling, and how you can manage it. We’re all different and we all need to find our own way. I can help you do that. The world throws a lot at us, and expects a lot of us. And, very often, we expect a lot of ourselves too. For many of us, it can help to talk through what we’re dealing with, to help us understand what’s going on and find a way forward.
Whether you’re dealing with anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, estrangement, family issues, identity, loneliness, menopause, powerlessness, relationship difficulties, or simply want to talk things through, I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore what you’re feeling, and how you can manage it. We’re all different and we all need to find our own way. I can help you do that. The world throws a lot at us, and expects a lot of us. And, very often, we expect a lot of ourselves too. For many of us, it can help to talk through what we’re dealing with, to help us understand what’s going on and find a way forward.
01298 608995 View 01298 608995
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Peakland Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Hi, my name is Jeanette. Life can be challenging, difficult & stressful at times, affecting how we feel emotionally. We can become anxious, worried, stressed, depressed or just generally feel overwhelmed. In order to manage how we are feeling, we can develop unhelpful thinking & behaviours which can hinder our growth, leading to us becoming stuck in vicious cycles. By understanding & recognising our unhelpful thinking & behaviours we can start to look at ways to modify these to improve how we feel. Therapy can help you gain control over thoughts & behaviours; develop healthier coping strategies; build self-confidence & resilience.
Hi, my name is Jeanette. Life can be challenging, difficult & stressful at times, affecting how we feel emotionally. We can become anxious, worried, stressed, depressed or just generally feel overwhelmed. In order to manage how we are feeling, we can develop unhelpful thinking & behaviours which can hinder our growth, leading to us becoming stuck in vicious cycles. By understanding & recognising our unhelpful thinking & behaviours we can start to look at ways to modify these to improve how we feel. Therapy can help you gain control over thoughts & behaviours; develop healthier coping strategies; build self-confidence & resilience.
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Heidi Francis
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Taking that first step to seek support from a therapist can be a daunting experience and many people can feel anxious discussing their struggles. Experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, sadness, anger and stress or suffering from a constant low mood, can often lead to feeling bewildered and alone. So my aim is to provide a safe, warm and caring space in which together we can explore your struggles and you can gain a better understanding of yourself and your feelings, Together we can discover a way forward to a happier, calmer place, enabling you to build new beginnings.
Taking that first step to seek support from a therapist can be a daunting experience and many people can feel anxious discussing their struggles. Experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, sadness, anger and stress or suffering from a constant low mood, can often lead to feeling bewildered and alone. So my aim is to provide a safe, warm and caring space in which together we can explore your struggles and you can gain a better understanding of yourself and your feelings, Together we can discover a way forward to a happier, calmer place, enabling you to build new beginnings.
01536 609380 View 01536 609380

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Cole Nova Sutton - Obsessless Therapy- OCD & Health Anxiety Therapist, Psychotherapist, MBACP
Obsessless Therapy- OCD & Health Anxiety Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
I’m Nova, a CBT therapist with a lived experience of OCD and anxiety providing online sessions.
I provide online CBT with ERP & ACT for a range of difficulties, like Pure O, harm OCD, Contamination OCD, ROCD, real-event OCD, false-memory OCD, moral OCD, health anxiety, ADHD & more. I also use ACT to support flexible ways of relating to thoughts/feelings. I'm experienced working with neurodivergent clients. I welcome people of all genders & backgrounds.
I’m Nova, a CBT therapist with a lived experience of OCD and anxiety providing online sessions.
I provide online CBT with ERP & ACT for a range of difficulties, like Pure O, harm OCD, Contamination OCD, ROCD, real-event OCD, false-memory OCD, moral OCD, health anxiety, ADHD & more. I also use ACT to support flexible ways of relating to thoughts/feelings. I'm experienced working with neurodivergent clients. I welcome people of all genders & backgrounds.
020 4572 5086 View 020 4572 5086
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The Therapy Corner
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for disorder specific intervention such as OCD, social anxiety, low mood, GAD, phobia, trauma.
Hi my name is Lynsey and I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Therapist. I have completed the specialised EMDR training for children which enables me to work with children and young people. I have 20 years of experience working with children and young people and this is my specialty. I am also a Registered Mental Health Nurse working within a CAMHS team.
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for disorder specific intervention such as OCD, social anxiety, low mood, GAD, phobia, trauma.
Hi my name is Lynsey and I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Therapist. I have completed the specialised EMDR training for children which enables me to work with children and young people. I have 20 years of experience working with children and young people and this is my specialty. I am also a Registered Mental Health Nurse working within a CAMHS team.
0151 453 4604 View 0151 453 4604
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Charlotte Lamb
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have extensive experience of supporting adults and young people across NHS, educational, and hospice settings, experiencing anxiety, trauma, OCD, bereavement and depression.
Counselling offers you an understanding and non-judgemental environment where you can safely explore your feelings and thoughts. Our time together will help empower you to gain clarity, self-awareness, and self-acceptance.
I have extensive experience of supporting adults and young people across NHS, educational, and hospice settings, experiencing anxiety, trauma, OCD, bereavement and depression.
Counselling offers you an understanding and non-judgemental environment where you can safely explore your feelings and thoughts. Our time together will help empower you to gain clarity, self-awareness, and self-acceptance.
07922 633035 View 07922 633035
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Tom Godfrey
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
They may struggle with anxiety, panic, OCD, depression, trauma or perfectionism.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (BABCP Accredited), with a Masters degree in Psychology and 9 years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health. Having worked with a wide range of needs, my approach is grounded in evidence-based CBT, tailored to your unique experiences and goals.
They may struggle with anxiety, panic, OCD, depression, trauma or perfectionism.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (BABCP Accredited), with a Masters degree in Psychology and 9 years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health. Having worked with a wide range of needs, my approach is grounded in evidence-based CBT, tailored to your unique experiences and goals.
0161 524 3825 View 0161 524 3825
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Ark Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
We are a highly specialist OCD clinic, using RF-ERP for all types of physical and Pure O OCD (POCD/ HOCD/ ROCD).
We have extensive experience and skill in treating OCD themes such as POCD, moral/scrupulously, false memory, real event & sexuality (SOCD/ HOCD), sensorimotor. We offer ADHD coaching and assessment/ diagnosis of ADHD and Autism at an affordable rate. We offer weekly, fortnightly, monthly or one off sessions, enabling you to dip in and out when needed.
We are a highly specialist OCD clinic, using RF-ERP for all types of physical and Pure O OCD (POCD/ HOCD/ ROCD).
We have extensive experience and skill in treating OCD themes such as POCD, moral/scrupulously, false memory, real event & sexuality (SOCD/ HOCD), sensorimotor. We offer ADHD coaching and assessment/ diagnosis of ADHD and Autism at an affordable rate. We offer weekly, fortnightly, monthly or one off sessions, enabling you to dip in and out when needed.
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Photo of Lenna Lanza - Lenna Lanza CBT, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Lenna Lanza CBT
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am experienced in working with individuals with difficulties including, Depression, Anxiety (General, Social, Health), Panic, OCD, Hair pulling, skin Picking Disorders.
My name is Lenna. Is now the time to make a step to tackle upsetting & distressing problems, 2025 could be your year for change. I am an Accredited Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), Mental Health Nurse, CBT supervisor, & Mindful Based Cognitive Therapist trainee. I work online with clients nation wide and in Europe. I create a supportive, comfortable, safe, confidential, therapeutic space to help you explore & understand your challenges. We can work together to achieve your health and wellbeing goals. CBT will help you to develop skills & tools that are tailored to you & your lifestyle for you use in the years to come.
I am experienced in working with individuals with difficulties including, Depression, Anxiety (General, Social, Health), Panic, OCD, Hair pulling, skin Picking Disorders.
My name is Lenna. Is now the time to make a step to tackle upsetting & distressing problems, 2025 could be your year for change. I am an Accredited Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), Mental Health Nurse, CBT supervisor, & Mindful Based Cognitive Therapist trainee. I work online with clients nation wide and in Europe. I create a supportive, comfortable, safe, confidential, therapeutic space to help you explore & understand your challenges. We can work together to achieve your health and wellbeing goals. CBT will help you to develop skills & tools that are tailored to you & your lifestyle for you use in the years to come.
01782 890227 View 01782 890227
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Matthew Handley-Jones
Counsellor, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialise in helping men navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, and self-esteem issues through evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR.
Whether you're a gay man, a father with a demanding job, or you’re navigating a recent stressful life experience, therapy with me offers space for honest conversation and thoughtful guidance. Drawing on lived experience and professional training, I tailor support to your goals—helping you grow, heal, and move toward the life you want.
I specialise in helping men navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, and self-esteem issues through evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR.
Whether you're a gay man, a father with a demanding job, or you’re navigating a recent stressful life experience, therapy with me offers space for honest conversation and thoughtful guidance. Drawing on lived experience and professional training, I tailor support to your goals—helping you grow, heal, and move toward the life you want.
0161 524 1703 View 0161 524 1703
Photo of Gemma Thorley, Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Gemma Thorley
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
With 1 in 4 people experiencing mental health difficulties such as depression and anxiety there is more and more need for people to find support and help when they need it. I believe that therapy is journey that we will travel together, working as a team to overcome your difficulties.
With 1 in 4 people experiencing mental health difficulties such as depression and anxiety there is more and more need for people to find support and help when they need it. I believe that therapy is journey that we will travel together, working as a team to overcome your difficulties.
01623 392895 View 01623 392895
Photo of Ian Mardell, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Ian Mardell
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Anxiety, low mood and trauma are very common and can stop us from living life to the full. Working together using CBT and EMDR we can build an understanding of your issues, reasons for coming to therapy, then roll up our sleeves and work on overcoming them. With some hard work, some determination and me on your team you can get back to living your life the way you want to live it.
Anxiety, low mood and trauma are very common and can stop us from living life to the full. Working together using CBT and EMDR we can build an understanding of your issues, reasons for coming to therapy, then roll up our sleeves and work on overcoming them. With some hard work, some determination and me on your team you can get back to living your life the way you want to live it.
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Photo of Jenny Lynn Simmonds - Jenny Simmonds Psychotherapy - Hampstead &Highgate, Counsellor, BACP
Specialties: Bereavement Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) Anxiety Loss of Purpose Couples Counselling/Mediation.
Take a few weeks to invest in yourself—the most rewarding journey you’ll ever embark on—to gain a deeper understanding of who you are. Together, we can uncover any unhelpful patterns and pave the way for meaningful change. I’m committed to fostering a warm, welcoming environment where you feel fully accepted and free to be your true self, without being afraid of judgment. My approach is compassionate, empathetic, and authentic, always showing up genuinely to guide you through life’s challenges.
Specialties: Bereavement Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) Anxiety Loss of Purpose Couples Counselling/Mediation.
Take a few weeks to invest in yourself—the most rewarding journey you’ll ever embark on—to gain a deeper understanding of who you are. Together, we can uncover any unhelpful patterns and pave the way for meaningful change. I’m committed to fostering a warm, welcoming environment where you feel fully accepted and free to be your true self, without being afraid of judgment. My approach is compassionate, empathetic, and authentic, always showing up genuinely to guide you through life’s challenges.
020 8059 4012 View 020 8059 4012
Photo of Tracy Reynolds - TR Counselling & Supervision Service. , Counsellor, MBACP
I am experienced in many areas these include Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, Stress, Trauma OCD and many other areas not listed.
Welcome to my profile page. I am a Person-Centred Counsellor and Supervisor with over 20 years' experience. I work with and integrated approach which means I use several other counselling approaches within my work to help you to reach your goals. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Coach-Therapy and Solution Focussed Therapy, these approaches may help you to develop better coping strategies. I work face-to-face and online using video call on Skype, WhatsApp or other platforms. I work with adults and adolescence aged 11 years and up. Young people often value been able to talk through their feelings in private.
I am experienced in many areas these include Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, Stress, Trauma OCD and many other areas not listed.
Welcome to my profile page. I am a Person-Centred Counsellor and Supervisor with over 20 years' experience. I work with and integrated approach which means I use several other counselling approaches within my work to help you to reach your goals. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Coach-Therapy and Solution Focussed Therapy, these approaches may help you to develop better coping strategies. I work face-to-face and online using video call on Skype, WhatsApp or other platforms. I work with adults and adolescence aged 11 years and up. Young people often value been able to talk through their feelings in private.
01709 911935 View 01709 911935
Photo of Cathryn Bullimore, Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Cathryn Bullimore
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
I specialise in all types of anxiety, especially Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) I also have a lot of experience with phobias, social anxiety and low self esteem.
I have a lot of experience with Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) I treat both using techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. With OCD, I also use Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) as another key way to break anxiety's hold.
I specialise in all types of anxiety, especially Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) I also have a lot of experience with phobias, social anxiety and low self esteem.
I have a lot of experience with Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) I treat both using techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. With OCD, I also use Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) as another key way to break anxiety's hold.
0118 230 8214 View 0118 230 8214
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Expressive Self Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Whether you are navigating PTSD, OCD, complex emotional pain or are generally feeling stuck, I am here to help you find strength and resilience in your journey towards healing.
I offer Drama Psychotherapy, CBT, EMDR or an Integrative Approach. I provide a therapeutic space that feels safe and supportive. Our work can go beyond talking therapy, using expressive and experiential methods that allow you to explore feelings, memories, and thoughts in transformative ways. My practice centres on therapy through a trauma-informed lens.
Whether you are navigating PTSD, OCD, complex emotional pain or are generally feeling stuck, I am here to help you find strength and resilience in your journey towards healing.
I offer Drama Psychotherapy, CBT, EMDR or an Integrative Approach. I provide a therapeutic space that feels safe and supportive. Our work can go beyond talking therapy, using expressive and experiential methods that allow you to explore feelings, memories, and thoughts in transformative ways. My practice centres on therapy through a trauma-informed lens.
0115 647 2970 View 0115 647 2970
Photo of Luke Cahill - Luke Cahill - in Manchester and online, Counsellor, MBACP
Luke Cahill - in Manchester and online
Counsellor, MBACP
Waitlist for new clients
TLDR I mostly work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or OCD stuff/intrusive thoughts, to better understand what's happening and find ways to improve things.
I’ll encourage your interest in yourself and your life, including the overlooked or unwanted aspects, as it’s hard to change what we don’t pay attention to. I don’t know what anyone should do and I don’t push solutions. Mostly I listen, offering thoughts, questions and ideas, and hopefully furthering a shared understanding of whatever we're talking about.
TLDR I mostly work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or OCD stuff/intrusive thoughts, to better understand what's happening and find ways to improve things.
I’ll encourage your interest in yourself and your life, including the overlooked or unwanted aspects, as it’s hard to change what we don’t pay attention to. I don’t know what anyone should do and I don’t push solutions. Mostly I listen, offering thoughts, questions and ideas, and hopefully furthering a shared understanding of whatever we're talking about.
07815 522787 View 07815 522787
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors

How long does OCD treatment take?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.

What happens if OCD is not treated?

Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.

Are there medications for OCD?

Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.

Can OCD come back after treatment?

Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.