Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Bourne

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Aaron Beeken
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
People come to see me to experience a safe and supportive place to talk so they can begin to feel better. I am well attuned in providing effective talking therapy for a wide range of difficulties and issues that people can experience in life. I provide counselling and psychotherapy to individuals from a diverse range of personal backgrounds and contexts.
People come to see me to experience a safe and supportive place to talk so they can begin to feel better. I am well attuned in providing effective talking therapy for a wide range of difficulties and issues that people can experience in life. I provide counselling and psychotherapy to individuals from a diverse range of personal backgrounds and contexts.
01733 306864 View 01733 306864
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Zoe O’Connor
Psychotherapist, PTUK
Bourne PE10
Hello, I’m Zoe. I am a play and creative arts therapist based in Bourne and I see children from 3 to 16. Do you know a child with big emotions? Are these emotions hard to manage? Play therapy can help children process their emotions and make sense of their worlds. I also offer parenting support. I know how hard parenting can be and I’m passionate about offering a holistic service. I am an advocate of therapeutic parenting, playful parenting and attachment play. I like to work with parents to help support the therapeutic process and provide ways to foster co-operation, connection and play.
Hello, I’m Zoe. I am a play and creative arts therapist based in Bourne and I see children from 3 to 16. Do you know a child with big emotions? Are these emotions hard to manage? Play therapy can help children process their emotions and make sense of their worlds. I also offer parenting support. I know how hard parenting can be and I’m passionate about offering a holistic service. I am an advocate of therapeutic parenting, playful parenting and attachment play. I like to work with parents to help support the therapeutic process and provide ways to foster co-operation, connection and play.
01733 942001 View 01733 942001
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Rebecca Thomson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
If you have experienced trauma, depression or anxiety you may notice that you are living with the after-effects for a long time, past the point you may expect to feel better. You may feel constantly overwhelmed, or disconnected from others and the world around you, or feel stuck in patterns which you cannot seem to change. ​This is normal, you are not doing anything wrong, or "going mad". Your brain and body are stuck in survival mode and doing their best to protect you. However, this can mean that your body feels on edge, your brain feels unable to cope and it is difficult to move forwards. But you can feel like yourself again.
If you have experienced trauma, depression or anxiety you may notice that you are living with the after-effects for a long time, past the point you may expect to feel better. You may feel constantly overwhelmed, or disconnected from others and the world around you, or feel stuck in patterns which you cannot seem to change. ​This is normal, you are not doing anything wrong, or "going mad". Your brain and body are stuck in survival mode and doing their best to protect you. However, this can mean that your body feels on edge, your brain feels unable to cope and it is difficult to move forwards. But you can feel like yourself again.
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Edwina Hawkridge
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Welcome, if you or someone you know is going through a difficult time in life, perhaps struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, stress, or depression. Let's see how I can help you get your life back. Together we'll figure out what you need, how you would like things to be and implement change to help you move forward feeling happier. Harley Street Health District Price £175, Stamford & Remote £95.
Welcome, if you or someone you know is going through a difficult time in life, perhaps struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, stress, or depression. Let's see how I can help you get your life back. Together we'll figure out what you need, how you would like things to be and implement change to help you move forward feeling happier. Harley Street Health District Price £175, Stamford & Remote £95.
01780 430839 View 01780 430839
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Fiona Knowles Counselling & Supervision
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Are you suffering from anxiety, panic attacks, felling generally low, or facing challenges that are preventing you from moving forward and leading a full and happy life? At times life can be very difficult leaving you feeling confused, unhappy, unheard, and restricting you from leading the life you want. Counselling can be the first step towards change, regaining a sense of control in your life, and a better, more positive future for you. As a Trauma Informed Psychotherapist I work with a wide variety of issues, problems and complex situations providing you with support, empathy and a space for you to share your concerns.
Are you suffering from anxiety, panic attacks, felling generally low, or facing challenges that are preventing you from moving forward and leading a full and happy life? At times life can be very difficult leaving you feeling confused, unhappy, unheard, and restricting you from leading the life you want. Counselling can be the first step towards change, regaining a sense of control in your life, and a better, more positive future for you. As a Trauma Informed Psychotherapist I work with a wide variety of issues, problems and complex situations providing you with support, empathy and a space for you to share your concerns.
07496 664515 View 07496 664515
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Shemin Mohamed
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
01733 530780 View 01733 530780
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Horizons Art Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
If you have found this page, you are more than likely experiencing a challenging time and are looking for some support. Life can throw us some difficult hurdles yet with a helping hand we can clear them, often even surprising ourselves! I have experience working with a wide range of mental health dianosis, learning difficulties, trauma and unsafe coping mechanisms. This includes Military veterans and offenders of all genders. If you are looking for an open and creative space, then here it is! I will support you in finding peace, harmony and healthy coping mechnaisms in life via creation, reflection and development.
If you have found this page, you are more than likely experiencing a challenging time and are looking for some support. Life can throw us some difficult hurdles yet with a helping hand we can clear them, often even surprising ourselves! I have experience working with a wide range of mental health dianosis, learning difficulties, trauma and unsafe coping mechanisms. This includes Military veterans and offenders of all genders. If you are looking for an open and creative space, then here it is! I will support you in finding peace, harmony and healthy coping mechnaisms in life via creation, reflection and development.
01406 438812 View 01406 438812
Photo of Estelle Cooper, Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Estelle Cooper
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Starting counselling can feel like a daunting experience, but you have already made the first move by searching for a counsellor. My approach is flexible to suit your needs, as we are all individuals with unique qualities. Within our sessions I can draw on a range of models from my training and experience. This helps in understanding any worries or thoughts you are experiencing, how they are impacting your life and to move forward. I am passionate about counselling and truly believe in the unique connection that person-centred counselling offers. The open non-judgemental space I offer provides you with a safe and confidential space.
Starting counselling can feel like a daunting experience, but you have already made the first move by searching for a counsellor. My approach is flexible to suit your needs, as we are all individuals with unique qualities. Within our sessions I can draw on a range of models from my training and experience. This helps in understanding any worries or thoughts you are experiencing, how they are impacting your life and to move forward. I am passionate about counselling and truly believe in the unique connection that person-centred counselling offers. The open non-judgemental space I offer provides you with a safe and confidential space.
01529 404576 View 01529 404576

More Therapists Nearby

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Jenna Mountain
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialise in treating people with OCD, phobias, separation anxiety, social anxiety, panic generalised anxiety and low mood.
Hi and welcome! If you’re finding life tough right now — whether that’s stress, anxiety, low mood, school/work pressures or friendships — you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m a BABCP registered CBT Therapist with over 10 years’ experience, working with children, teenagers and adults. I’ve got a calm, down-to-earth style and like to work as a team. Together we’ll make sense of what’s going on and build a plan to help you feel more in control. CBT is all about learning practical tools to handle difficult thoughts and feelings, and making changes that actually last.
I specialise in treating people with OCD, phobias, separation anxiety, social anxiety, panic generalised anxiety and low mood.
Hi and welcome! If you’re finding life tough right now — whether that’s stress, anxiety, low mood, school/work pressures or friendships — you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m a BABCP registered CBT Therapist with over 10 years’ experience, working with children, teenagers and adults. I’ve got a calm, down-to-earth style and like to work as a team. Together we’ll make sense of what’s going on and build a plan to help you feel more in control. CBT is all about learning practical tools to handle difficult thoughts and feelings, and making changes that actually last.
0115 647 7496 View 0115 647 7496
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Clare Holmes
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you are struggling with anxiety, OCD, a phobia, trauma memories, low mood or other mood disturbances and it is getting in the way of living your life as you want to then CBT can help.
I work with all ages, so whether it is yourself or your child that needs support I can help. I work with all mood disorders and problems and have experience working with OCD, generalised anxiety, phobias, PTSD, health anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, adjustment to long term health problems, chronic pain, low mood, self esteem and eating disorders.
If you are struggling with anxiety, OCD, a phobia, trauma memories, low mood or other mood disturbances and it is getting in the way of living your life as you want to then CBT can help.
I work with all ages, so whether it is yourself or your child that needs support I can help. I work with all mood disorders and problems and have experience working with OCD, generalised anxiety, phobias, PTSD, health anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, adjustment to long term health problems, chronic pain, low mood, self esteem and eating disorders.
0115 824 4605 View 0115 824 4605
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Victoria Catt
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
These include worry, depression, panic attacks, Obsessive Compulsive disorder, general anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, Post traumatic stress, Low self esteem and confidence.....
I have a broad range of experience, however specialist experience and skills in working with children and adolescents, with people with neurodevelopmental needs, people experiencing Obsessive Compulsive symptoms and those effected by post traumatic stress. More information regarding my experience can be found at my website vickycatt.com
These include worry, depression, panic attacks, Obsessive Compulsive disorder, general anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, Post traumatic stress, Low self esteem and confidence.....
I have a broad range of experience, however specialist experience and skills in working with children and adolescents, with people with neurodevelopmental needs, people experiencing Obsessive Compulsive symptoms and those effected by post traumatic stress. More information regarding my experience can be found at my website vickycatt.com
01487 801914 View 01487 801914
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Dr Martin Hall
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialise in working with complex anxiety disorders, depression, psychological trauma and OCD.
I work in a collaborative and goal oriented manner using a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused Approaches, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Schema informed approaches.
I specialise in working with complex anxiety disorders, depression, psychological trauma and OCD.
I work in a collaborative and goal oriented manner using a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused Approaches, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Schema informed approaches.
01778 301181 View 01778 301181
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Karen Hopper-Peart
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
“You do not need magic to transform your life. You carry the power you need inside yourself already.” My name is Karen. I am a wife, mother, and daughter. I have experienced the highs and lows of life; giving me a profound insight into how therapy can reinforce a positive mindset and change lives. I am deeply compassionate towards one’s experiences and provide a consensual understanding by placing the formation of a therapeutic relationship at the forefront of my counselling method. Through individuals being treated with respect, acceptance and understanding, an open and honest relationship can be built.
“You do not need magic to transform your life. You carry the power you need inside yourself already.” My name is Karen. I am a wife, mother, and daughter. I have experienced the highs and lows of life; giving me a profound insight into how therapy can reinforce a positive mindset and change lives. I am deeply compassionate towards one’s experiences and provide a consensual understanding by placing the formation of a therapeutic relationship at the forefront of my counselling method. Through individuals being treated with respect, acceptance and understanding, an open and honest relationship can be built.
01522 474080 View 01522 474080
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Dr Katrina Bayliss Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
You deserve to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.....Do you agree with this statement? Sometimes life feels difficult and losing sight of what is meaningful can cause significant distress. Making time for yourself to understand your thoughts and feelings and establish what you truly value in life is so important.
You deserve to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.....Do you agree with this statement? Sometimes life feels difficult and losing sight of what is meaningful can cause significant distress. Making time for yourself to understand your thoughts and feelings and establish what you truly value in life is so important.
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Rebecca Dickinson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
I have extensive experience of treating depression and anxiety disorders - Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Phobias, Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I am able to offer you a safe place to discuss your current difficulties. Free from judgement, I am committed to helping you move forward toward positive wellbeing. I have over 15 years experience of working in Primary and Secondary Care NHS mental health settings. For 10 years I have delivered Cognitive Behavioural based therapies on an individual and group basis to treat common mental heath problems. I am a fully accredited member of the BABCP. I am also a trained EMDR practitioner.
I have extensive experience of treating depression and anxiety disorders - Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Phobias, Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I am able to offer you a safe place to discuss your current difficulties. Free from judgement, I am committed to helping you move forward toward positive wellbeing. I have over 15 years experience of working in Primary and Secondary Care NHS mental health settings. For 10 years I have delivered Cognitive Behavioural based therapies on an individual and group basis to treat common mental heath problems. I am a fully accredited member of the BABCP. I am also a trained EMDR practitioner.
01733 964599 View 01733 964599
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Anxiety Tame CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
I'm an experienced CBT psychotherapist, working face to face and online with: OCD, panic, general anxiety, phobia, trauma, procrastination, health anxiety and sleep problems.
I work using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which has a long-established reputation for being a tested and successful way of reducing depression and anxiety. I also like to incorporate Mindfulness techniques into my practice, where appropriate. I offer 55min confidential sessions, tailored to your specific needs.
I'm an experienced CBT psychotherapist, working face to face and online with: OCD, panic, general anxiety, phobia, trauma, procrastination, health anxiety and sleep problems.
I work using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which has a long-established reputation for being a tested and successful way of reducing depression and anxiety. I also like to incorporate Mindfulness techniques into my practice, where appropriate. I offer 55min confidential sessions, tailored to your specific needs.
01509 273791 View 01509 273791
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Start Therapy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
3 Endorsed
You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or caught in looping thoughts that don’t seem to settle, even when you try to move forward. You might sense something isn’t quite right, or find yourself stuck in patterns that don’t shift. I offer a calm, confidential space where you don’t have to perform or get it “right”. You can slow things down, speak openly, and feel genuinely understood. I work with anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship difficulties and repeating patterns, including those who are neurodivergent or exploring whether they might be.
You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or caught in looping thoughts that don’t seem to settle, even when you try to move forward. You might sense something isn’t quite right, or find yourself stuck in patterns that don’t shift. I offer a calm, confidential space where you don’t have to perform or get it “right”. You can slow things down, speak openly, and feel genuinely understood. I work with anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship difficulties and repeating patterns, including those who are neurodivergent or exploring whether they might be.
01925 596172 View 01925 596172
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Dr Jessica Memarzia
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Oundle PE8
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist (HCPC registered) with over 10 years experience working with individuals of all ages and a wide variety of presenting difficulties in mental health, such as specific phobias, social anxiety, general anxiety, depression, OCD and PTSD.
What I will bring to the work we may do together is firstly, a strong belief in the power of compassion and kindness; secondly, help you to find relief through sense-making where you are at and all the factors that may have led you here; and thirdly, creativity in together forming your path towards a stronger sense of health, whatever that means to you.
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist (HCPC registered) with over 10 years experience working with individuals of all ages and a wide variety of presenting difficulties in mental health, such as specific phobias, social anxiety, general anxiety, depression, OCD and PTSD.
What I will bring to the work we may do together is firstly, a strong belief in the power of compassion and kindness; secondly, help you to find relief through sense-making where you are at and all the factors that may have led you here; and thirdly, creativity in together forming your path towards a stronger sense of health, whatever that means to you.
01773 301476 View 01773 301476
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Elaine Jane Nicholson Mbe
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Weldon NN17
My ideal client has autism or Asperger’s syndrome and/or is an individual who is in a close relationship with someone that has Asperger’s/autism. I see clients in person in Northamptonshire & by video. I have counselled autistic individuals and their families for nearly 20 years. My autism specialist practice is informed by my Masters in Autism/PGC in Asperger’s and also from long term familial connections. I am BACP registered (no 145760). In July 2025, and after eight years of training with Cambridge Body Psychotherapy Centre. I qualified as a full clinical body psychotherapist (UKCP registration 2011166457).
My ideal client has autism or Asperger’s syndrome and/or is an individual who is in a close relationship with someone that has Asperger’s/autism. I see clients in person in Northamptonshire & by video. I have counselled autistic individuals and their families for nearly 20 years. My autism specialist practice is informed by my Masters in Autism/PGC in Asperger’s and also from long term familial connections. I am BACP registered (no 145760). In July 2025, and after eight years of training with Cambridge Body Psychotherapy Centre. I qualified as a full clinical body psychotherapist (UKCP registration 2011166457).
01832 771809 View 01832 771809
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Katie Shepherd
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Therapeutic counselling can help you if you are struggling to cope with anxiety or depression, or if you have suffered a bereavement, a life changing event or you are a survivor of abuse or trauma. Whatever brings you to therapy, talking to a professional, feeling heard and understood can be a truly positive and healing experience. You can learn to understand the origins of your problems and how to be able to accept them in your life, without them dominating your time. Developing skills and strategies to help you cope, achieving personal growth and resilience, so that you can manage life's challenges the best way for you.
Therapeutic counselling can help you if you are struggling to cope with anxiety or depression, or if you have suffered a bereavement, a life changing event or you are a survivor of abuse or trauma. Whatever brings you to therapy, talking to a professional, feeling heard and understood can be a truly positive and healing experience. You can learn to understand the origins of your problems and how to be able to accept them in your life, without them dominating your time. Developing skills and strategies to help you cope, achieving personal growth and resilience, so that you can manage life's challenges the best way for you.
01327 227406 View 01327 227406
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.