Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Bristol
I also have experience addressing, abuse, OCD, sexual and criminal exploitation, self-esteem, depression, anxiety and PTSD.
I am a registered counsellor with the BACP and in the final stages of completing a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology. As a neurodivergent therapist, I prioritise creating an accepting space and focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship. I use an integrative approach, drawing on relational psychodynamic, systemic, CBT, and third-wave therapies. I also offer the Rewind Technique for PTSD, this takes two to three sessions and does not require you to disclose any trauma. I work with a variety of clients, including, children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I offer sessions online and outdoors (walk-and-talk).
I also have experience addressing, abuse, OCD, sexual and criminal exploitation, self-esteem, depression, anxiety and PTSD.
I am a registered counsellor with the BACP and in the final stages of completing a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology. As a neurodivergent therapist, I prioritise creating an accepting space and focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship. I use an integrative approach, drawing on relational psychodynamic, systemic, CBT, and third-wave therapies. I also offer the Rewind Technique for PTSD, this takes two to three sessions and does not require you to disclose any trauma. I work with a variety of clients, including, children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I offer sessions online and outdoors (walk-and-talk).
I am able to support people experiencing a range of psychological difficulties, specialising particularly in eating disorders/difficulties, anxiety problems, OCD, and managing distress or perfectionism/high self-criticism.
My extensive expertise and training allow me to work with a range of complex difficulties by integrating multiple therapeutic models. I draw primarily on Cognitive Behavioural (CBT/CBT-E) and systemic approaches. I am able to work individually or with couples and families. I can support you to understand your difficulties and what might be maintaining them.
I am able to support people experiencing a range of psychological difficulties, specialising particularly in eating disorders/difficulties, anxiety problems, OCD, and managing distress or perfectionism/high self-criticism.
My extensive expertise and training allow me to work with a range of complex difficulties by integrating multiple therapeutic models. I draw primarily on Cognitive Behavioural (CBT/CBT-E) and systemic approaches. I am able to work individually or with couples and families. I can support you to understand your difficulties and what might be maintaining them.
The most common problems I see include: Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia, Health Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Phobias.
I have over 10 years of experience working with adults to overcome mental health problems. CBT is an ideal treatment for those who are looking to change, whether that be to make some changes in the way in which you think about things, or some changes in the way in which you do things day to day. CBT can also help clients come to an understanding of 'why', E.G. what is it about you, your experiences & vulnerabilities which perhaps help explain why you struggle. This is often validating & helpful rather than self blaming. Together we will equip you with the skills and understanding you need in order to move forward with confidence.
The most common problems I see include: Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia, Health Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Phobias.
I have over 10 years of experience working with adults to overcome mental health problems. CBT is an ideal treatment for those who are looking to change, whether that be to make some changes in the way in which you think about things, or some changes in the way in which you do things day to day. CBT can also help clients come to an understanding of 'why', E.G. what is it about you, your experiences & vulnerabilities which perhaps help explain why you struggle. This is often validating & helpful rather than self blaming. Together we will equip you with the skills and understanding you need in order to move forward with confidence.
If you’re struggling with the relentless grip of OCD and/or anxiety, feeling stuck in your head, constantly second-guessing yourself, overthinking everything, having to do daily repetitive behaviours and battling an endless stream of “what ifs” you’re not alone.
I work with people who are caught in this cycle, those who feel like they’ve spent their lives being “responsible” by responding to every thought. If you’re worn out from trying to fix, control, or make sense of what’s happening in your head, I can help you learn a different way. We’ll get clear on what’s keeping you stuck, and how to start living life again
If you’re struggling with the relentless grip of OCD and/or anxiety, feeling stuck in your head, constantly second-guessing yourself, overthinking everything, having to do daily repetitive behaviours and battling an endless stream of “what ifs” you’re not alone.
I work with people who are caught in this cycle, those who feel like they’ve spent their lives being “responsible” by responding to every thought. If you’re worn out from trying to fix, control, or make sense of what’s happening in your head, I can help you learn a different way. We’ll get clear on what’s keeping you stuck, and how to start living life again
Over the years I have worked extensively with people coping with different psychological symptoms (e.g. worries, general anxiety, stress, OCD, phobias, health worries, sleep problems) and physical health conditions (e.g. Cancer, Cardiac conditions, Diabetes, IBD).
I strongly believe that every client is unique and I adapt the therapy to suit your needs and goals. I am passionate about enabling people to have healthier and happier lives with the benefit of evidence based psychological knowledge and practice. My aim is to help you overcome your hurdles and transform your life into the one you would like to live.
Over the years I have worked extensively with people coping with different psychological symptoms (e.g. worries, general anxiety, stress, OCD, phobias, health worries, sleep problems) and physical health conditions (e.g. Cancer, Cardiac conditions, Diabetes, IBD).
I strongly believe that every client is unique and I adapt the therapy to suit your needs and goals. I am passionate about enabling people to have healthier and happier lives with the benefit of evidence based psychological knowledge and practice. My aim is to help you overcome your hurdles and transform your life into the one you would like to live.
This can include social anxiety, OCD, panic, phobia, generalised anxiety, low self esteem, trauma, body dysmorphia and anger.
Hi I'm Chris, an accredited CBT therapist, Dramatherapist and EMDR therapist. I work with children, young people and adults that are struggling with a range of mental health difficulties. I have been a therapist for over a decade and I have worked with all age ranges. My education, training and experience in multiple different settings means I am able to relate to what you might need, allowing us to create an effective treatment plan together. I have a collaborative approach as I know that you are the expert of your experiences. We work together to find the tools and techniques that will best help you.
This can include social anxiety, OCD, panic, phobia, generalised anxiety, low self esteem, trauma, body dysmorphia and anger.
Hi I'm Chris, an accredited CBT therapist, Dramatherapist and EMDR therapist. I work with children, young people and adults that are struggling with a range of mental health difficulties. I have been a therapist for over a decade and I have worked with all age ranges. My education, training and experience in multiple different settings means I am able to relate to what you might need, allowing us to create an effective treatment plan together. I have a collaborative approach as I know that you are the expert of your experiences. We work together to find the tools and techniques that will best help you.
My specialist areas of work include offering support to clients with OCD using a range of CBT tools, working with victims of rape, and domestic violence, and working with complex mental health issues.
I work as a integrative counsellor, I believe in working with each person as an individual and using different theory’s to support the client in the best way. I can offer both short term therapy and long term therapy to suite the clients needs.
My specialist areas of work include offering support to clients with OCD using a range of CBT tools, working with victims of rape, and domestic violence, and working with complex mental health issues.
I work as a integrative counsellor, I believe in working with each person as an individual and using different theory’s to support the client in the best way. I can offer both short term therapy and long term therapy to suite the clients needs.
I'm a specialist OCD psychologist.
I assess & diagnose autism & ADHD at an affordable fee. I have extensive experience and skill in treating all forms of OCD such as POCD, moral/scrupulously, false memory, real event & sexuality (SOCD/ HOCD), sensorimotor. I offer weekly, fortnightly, monthly or one off sessions, enabling you to dip in and out when needed.
I'm a specialist OCD psychologist.
I assess & diagnose autism & ADHD at an affordable fee. I have extensive experience and skill in treating all forms of OCD such as POCD, moral/scrupulously, false memory, real event & sexuality (SOCD/ HOCD), sensorimotor. I offer weekly, fortnightly, monthly or one off sessions, enabling you to dip in and out when needed.
This includes depression, low esteem, panic, phobias (spiders, animals, storms, heights, emetophobia etc), social anxiety, OCD (which includes ERP), BDD, eating disorders, health anxiety, GAD (worry), PTSD/trauma, driving anxiety, insomnia and anger/temper.
I have worked as a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist (CBT) since 1985 in a variety of health settings including NHS and privately. I am also a BABCP accredited CBT clinical supervisor offering supervision to peers.
This includes depression, low esteem, panic, phobias (spiders, animals, storms, heights, emetophobia etc), social anxiety, OCD (which includes ERP), BDD, eating disorders, health anxiety, GAD (worry), PTSD/trauma, driving anxiety, insomnia and anger/temper.
I have worked as a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist (CBT) since 1985 in a variety of health settings including NHS and privately. I am also a BABCP accredited CBT clinical supervisor offering supervision to peers.
The evidence base of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy can support difficulties like OCD, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Low Self esteem, Addictions , Phobias and Trauma.
I have worked in a variety of settings in the field of mental health services including in specialist addictions units & rehabilitation, Community drug services NHS Primary Care with IAPT and the Priory Hospital Bristol with inpatients and outpatient services as well as remote delivery of CBT Therapy. I am a compassionate and committed to each of the people that trust me to support them. I believe in the ‘art and science’ of CBT and the therapeutic value and benefit of those coming together.This requires effort and personal investment, and it can feel hard, so let’s take a breath together .
The evidence base of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy can support difficulties like OCD, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Low Self esteem, Addictions , Phobias and Trauma.
I have worked in a variety of settings in the field of mental health services including in specialist addictions units & rehabilitation, Community drug services NHS Primary Care with IAPT and the Priory Hospital Bristol with inpatients and outpatient services as well as remote delivery of CBT Therapy. I am a compassionate and committed to each of the people that trust me to support them. I believe in the ‘art and science’ of CBT and the therapeutic value and benefit of those coming together.This requires effort and personal investment, and it can feel hard, so let’s take a breath together .
Rhian Kenny Therapy- CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
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This includes but is not limited to social anxiety, health anxiety, OCD and intrusive thoughts, phobias (e.g. needles, vomiting) and depression.
I'm Rhian, a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist working with children and adults experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. My training and experience within education, outpatient and specialist services means that delivering therapy can be done simply and effectively. I adapt our work to your personal needs whilst keeping your goals at the heart of what we do and can also adapt for neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism). By working together, we can create lasting change not only by resolving your current issues, but by building life-long resilience through skills and understanding of what maintains our problems.
This includes but is not limited to social anxiety, health anxiety, OCD and intrusive thoughts, phobias (e.g. needles, vomiting) and depression.
I'm Rhian, a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist working with children and adults experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. My training and experience within education, outpatient and specialist services means that delivering therapy can be done simply and effectively. I adapt our work to your personal needs whilst keeping your goals at the heart of what we do and can also adapt for neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism). By working together, we can create lasting change not only by resolving your current issues, but by building life-long resilience through skills and understanding of what maintains our problems.
I also have significant experience working with people who live with OCD.
Hello, thank you for finding more out about my practice. Seeking support may not be easy, but you can be assured whatever situation has brought you therapy will be approached safely and sensitivity. If you are having to live with low self-esteem, debilitating anxiety, or PTSD, then CBT may work well for you. Therapy sessions will use clinically proven strategies to help you achieve your goals, and the techniques we choose will be based on the very best research. By the end of therapy, we’ll aim for you to have all the skills necessary to enjoy emotional well-being.
I also have significant experience working with people who live with OCD.
Hello, thank you for finding more out about my practice. Seeking support may not be easy, but you can be assured whatever situation has brought you therapy will be approached safely and sensitivity. If you are having to live with low self-esteem, debilitating anxiety, or PTSD, then CBT may work well for you. Therapy sessions will use clinically proven strategies to help you achieve your goals, and the techniques we choose will be based on the very best research. By the end of therapy, we’ll aim for you to have all the skills necessary to enjoy emotional well-being.
Hi, I'm Sandra, a Clinical Hypnotherapist who works with ADHD symptoms, chronic anxiety, PTSD, trauma, OCD, sexual problems, rejection sensitivity, low self esteem, people-pleasing, performance anxiety and peri/menopause symptoms.
I'm interested in helping you see a future beyond your problem. This could mean a more satisfying intimate relationship, more confidence in your social life, feeling like you deserve to be valued at home and work. I can help you feel like you have something to offer the world instead of hiding away in the darkness of shame, low self worth or embarrassment.
Hi, I'm Sandra, a Clinical Hypnotherapist who works with ADHD symptoms, chronic anxiety, PTSD, trauma, OCD, sexual problems, rejection sensitivity, low self esteem, people-pleasing, performance anxiety and peri/menopause symptoms.
I'm interested in helping you see a future beyond your problem. This could mean a more satisfying intimate relationship, more confidence in your social life, feeling like you deserve to be valued at home and work. I can help you feel like you have something to offer the world instead of hiding away in the darkness of shame, low self worth or embarrassment.
I have worked in depth with trauma, attachment issues, parenting difficulties, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, OCD and panic among many other things.
I use a psychodynamic way of working which looks past experiences, especially childhood and how that impacts on your current relationships. I work relationally, which means as well as exploring more generally what's happening for you, we may also bring in things that happen within our relationship too to help you understand your way of relating to others.
I have worked in depth with trauma, attachment issues, parenting difficulties, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, OCD and panic among many other things.
I use a psychodynamic way of working which looks past experiences, especially childhood and how that impacts on your current relationships. I work relationally, which means as well as exploring more generally what's happening for you, we may also bring in things that happen within our relationship too to help you understand your way of relating to others.
I work with a range of issues from trauma, self harm, PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD and grief.
Hi, I’m an experienced Psychodynamic therapist and I presently work with adults and students privately and within the education sector. I understand that life can be challenging and it's not always easy to talk about our issues. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings and gain insight into your life. Psychodynamic therapy focuses on unconscious processes as they are manifested in a person's present behaviour. It emphasises the importance of the individual's personal history and the role that past experiences play in current behaviour.
I work with a range of issues from trauma, self harm, PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD and grief.
Hi, I’m an experienced Psychodynamic therapist and I presently work with adults and students privately and within the education sector. I understand that life can be challenging and it's not always easy to talk about our issues. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings and gain insight into your life. Psychodynamic therapy focuses on unconscious processes as they are manifested in a person's present behaviour. It emphasises the importance of the individual's personal history and the role that past experiences play in current behaviour.
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, OCD, PTSD or low mood.
I work with evidenced based psychological approaches. A lot of my work is focus on a newer approach (Compassion Focused Therapy). Developing compassion for your difficulties can allow you to engage with your problems/ distress and promote healing and change in a way I've not seen with other approaches.
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, OCD, PTSD or low mood.
I work with evidenced based psychological approaches. A lot of my work is focus on a newer approach (Compassion Focused Therapy). Developing compassion for your difficulties can allow you to engage with your problems/ distress and promote healing and change in a way I've not seen with other approaches.
I also work with clients who have addictions, social phobia, depression, anxiety, panic, low self esteem, OCD, trauma, PTSD, Functional Neurological Disorders, chronic pain and chronic fatigue.
Choosing a therapist can be a stressful process, and it's difficult to decide which kind of therapy to try. Many people find it helpful to work with a therapist who has trained in more than one therapy, who can switch to a different therapy when needed, and who can tailor sessions according to your needs. You can have a phone consultation with me to discuss what you are looking for and ask questions. 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
I also work with clients who have addictions, social phobia, depression, anxiety, panic, low self esteem, OCD, trauma, PTSD, Functional Neurological Disorders, chronic pain and chronic fatigue.
Choosing a therapist can be a stressful process, and it's difficult to decide which kind of therapy to try. Many people find it helpful to work with a therapist who has trained in more than one therapy, who can switch to a different therapy when needed, and who can tailor sessions according to your needs. You can have a phone consultation with me to discuss what you are looking for and ask questions. 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
I've had 7 years of experience in working with adults facing a range of issues including anxiety, grief, OCD and depression.
I'm an integrative therapist and what, you may very rightfully ask, does that actually mean? My training focused on several different humanistic counselling approaches, mainly person centred, Gestalt, CBT and Internal Family Systems therapy. What this means in practice, is that I can tailor the sessions to best fit you and your preferred way of working.
I've had 7 years of experience in working with adults facing a range of issues including anxiety, grief, OCD and depression.
I'm an integrative therapist and what, you may very rightfully ask, does that actually mean? My training focused on several different humanistic counselling approaches, mainly person centred, Gestalt, CBT and Internal Family Systems therapy. What this means in practice, is that I can tailor the sessions to best fit you and your preferred way of working.
I have experience in supporting people with: Anxiety, Depression, Confusion, Fear, Anger, Neurodiversity (ADHD, OCD, Autism, etc), Traumatic Experiences, Personal Relationships, Self-Identity, Sexual Issues & more.
Hi! I am a BACP registered Counsellor & Creative Therapist. I work face to face and online/phone. I also offer walk & talk therapy in nature. Many of my clients are neurodivergent & I identify as neurodivergent, which I didn’t realise until later in life.
I have 10 years experience of working one to one with either talking therapy (traditional counselling) or a blend of talking & creative therapy - whatever works for you.
Book a free 15 min phone call - ask me any questions you may have & get to know me a little before deciding if you would like to work with me. For more information & online booking, please visit my website.
I have experience in supporting people with: Anxiety, Depression, Confusion, Fear, Anger, Neurodiversity (ADHD, OCD, Autism, etc), Traumatic Experiences, Personal Relationships, Self-Identity, Sexual Issues & more.
Hi! I am a BACP registered Counsellor & Creative Therapist. I work face to face and online/phone. I also offer walk & talk therapy in nature. Many of my clients are neurodivergent & I identify as neurodivergent, which I didn’t realise until later in life.
I have 10 years experience of working one to one with either talking therapy (traditional counselling) or a blend of talking & creative therapy - whatever works for you.
Book a free 15 min phone call - ask me any questions you may have & get to know me a little before deciding if you would like to work with me. For more information & online booking, please visit my website.
I see people who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, depression, anger, shame, low self esteem, OCD and loud self critics.
My core value is compassion, which includes an empathetic, warm and playful approach, to create a safe environment for clients to make sense of what they have been struggling with. Change can occur by learning different ways of relating to ourselves and others, strategies to manage emotions and body based work to heal old wounds.
I see people who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, depression, anger, shame, low self esteem, OCD and loud self critics.
My core value is compassion, which includes an empathetic, warm and playful approach, to create a safe environment for clients to make sense of what they have been struggling with. Change can occur by learning different ways of relating to ourselves and others, strategies to manage emotions and body based work to heal old wounds.
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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.