Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Calne

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Katy Plowright
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
So if you feel like you’re surviving, not thriving; if you're feeling anxious & have low mood / depression; if you're having intrusive thoughts or wondering if you're experiencing OCD; if you're finding your work or home life stressful; if you’re dealing with family or relationship issues; if you're just not happy
I am an experienced Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (FdSc.Couns, Dip.Couns) and a registered practitioner (MBACP) with 20 years of experience, with the last 9 years in Private Practice. I provide an objective, empathic & non judgmental approach, underpinned by a psychological evidence based framework.
So if you feel like you’re surviving, not thriving; if you're feeling anxious & have low mood / depression; if you're having intrusive thoughts or wondering if you're experiencing OCD; if you're finding your work or home life stressful; if you’re dealing with family or relationship issues; if you're just not happy
I am an experienced Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (FdSc.Couns, Dip.Couns) and a registered practitioner (MBACP) with 20 years of experience, with the last 9 years in Private Practice. I provide an objective, empathic & non judgmental approach, underpinned by a psychological evidence based framework.
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OpenMind
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist committed to providing a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. With many years of experience I have worked with individuals, couples and families from all walks of life supporting them navigate challengers. Are you going through life not understanding why you feel or act the way you do? Are you struggling to bond, or appreciate each others differences? Is this preventing you achieve what you want in life, causing issues with your personal life/relationships/family, impacting on your work/school or effecting your physical health?
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist committed to providing a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. With many years of experience I have worked with individuals, couples and families from all walks of life supporting them navigate challengers. Are you going through life not understanding why you feel or act the way you do? Are you struggling to bond, or appreciate each others differences? Is this preventing you achieve what you want in life, causing issues with your personal life/relationships/family, impacting on your work/school or effecting your physical health?
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Dr Lucinda Stirton
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Life can be difficult, and humans are complex beings. It’s not surprising we can end up feeling unhappy, lost or overwhelmed. Dealing with emotions is an important part of self-care and counselling can equip you with the awareness and tools to be kinder to yourself. People often choose to have therapy when things go wrong, but you don’t have to be in crisis.
Life can be difficult, and humans are complex beings. It’s not surprising we can end up feeling unhappy, lost or overwhelmed. Dealing with emotions is an important part of self-care and counselling can equip you with the awareness and tools to be kinder to yourself. People often choose to have therapy when things go wrong, but you don’t have to be in crisis.
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Ellen Lennard (née Waterer)
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
4 Endorsed
CBT is a talking therapy that supports people to change unhelpful behaviours and/or thinking patterns to manage mental health issues such as, anxiety, depression and OCD.
You are an expert of yourself and your life experiences, I therefore promise to work collaboratively and safely with you to reach your goals of better mental health and wellbeing. I have experience working within the NHS, charity & private mental health organisations.
CBT is a talking therapy that supports people to change unhelpful behaviours and/or thinking patterns to manage mental health issues such as, anxiety, depression and OCD.
You are an expert of yourself and your life experiences, I therefore promise to work collaboratively and safely with you to reach your goals of better mental health and wellbeing. I have experience working within the NHS, charity & private mental health organisations.
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Luke Fielder
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Bristol BS3
Waitlist for new clients
I am a psychoanalyst in training and an accredited counsellor. I offer a safe space in which you can speak and be listened to without judgement or expectation. I encourage you to speak about whatever comes to mind and to follow your thoughts wherever they lead. You may have a diagnosis or have your own words for how you are suffering - that's often the place to start. What we may find is that issues of identity and relationships follow - how you see yourself in relation to those around you now or in the past and possibly how you would like relationships to change in the future.
I am a psychoanalyst in training and an accredited counsellor. I offer a safe space in which you can speak and be listened to without judgement or expectation. I encourage you to speak about whatever comes to mind and to follow your thoughts wherever they lead. You may have a diagnosis or have your own words for how you are suffering - that's often the place to start. What we may find is that issues of identity and relationships follow - how you see yourself in relation to those around you now or in the past and possibly how you would like relationships to change in the future.
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Dr Laura Wijnberg
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I work with anxiety, low mood, OCD, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, and the impact of past or traumatic experiences.
It’s not always easy to make space for yourself, especially when you’ve spent a long time focusing on everyone else or simply trying to keep going. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, reflect, and begin making sense of what’s been feeling difficult. I work with adults who want a supportive space to talk openly, better understand themselves, and navigate the challenges they’re facing.
I work with anxiety, low mood, OCD, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, and the impact of past or traumatic experiences.
It’s not always easy to make space for yourself, especially when you’ve spent a long time focusing on everyone else or simply trying to keep going. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, reflect, and begin making sense of what’s been feeling difficult. I work with adults who want a supportive space to talk openly, better understand themselves, and navigate the challenges they’re facing.
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Jess Marriner
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Stuck in cycles of intrusive/scary taboo OCD thoughts/images and mental compulsions that feel too important to ignore?
I specialise in treating OCD, anxiety, and taboo thoughts/images using CBT & ERP (inc. rumination focussed ERP). If you’re exhausted from trying to control or figure out every scary thought, I’ll teach you practical tools to break the cycle of mental compulsions. I also bring lived experience of taboo themes of OCD.
Stuck in cycles of intrusive/scary taboo OCD thoughts/images and mental compulsions that feel too important to ignore?
I specialise in treating OCD, anxiety, and taboo thoughts/images using CBT & ERP (inc. rumination focussed ERP). If you’re exhausted from trying to control or figure out every scary thought, I’ll teach you practical tools to break the cycle of mental compulsions. I also bring lived experience of taboo themes of OCD.
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Neil Carrigan
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Corsham SN13
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at points in our lives. Through treatment, I can help you (re)gain motivation, perspective, and joy in your life. I worked in the NHS for many years in both primary and secondary care mental health services with adults over 18yrs. I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also a fully accredited CBT Therapist.
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at points in our lives. Through treatment, I can help you (re)gain motivation, perspective, and joy in your life. I worked in the NHS for many years in both primary and secondary care mental health services with adults over 18yrs. I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also a fully accredited CBT Therapist.
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Sophie Shapter
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I’m Sophie, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in anxiety, OCD, phobias and trauma.
I offer evidence-based therapy tailored to your specific difficulties. I specialise in anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias and trauma, and also support people experiencing burnout, stress and low mood. Our work is both compassionate and practical to help you understand how patterns developed, what maintains them, and build tools to create meaningful change.
Hi, I’m Sophie, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in anxiety, OCD, phobias and trauma.
I offer evidence-based therapy tailored to your specific difficulties. I specialise in anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias and trauma, and also support people experiencing burnout, stress and low mood. Our work is both compassionate and practical to help you understand how patterns developed, what maintains them, and build tools to create meaningful change.
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Andrew Harris
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Bristol BS30
When it comes to my practice I have a particular interest in bereavement, loss, anxiety, OCD, depression, low mood and adaptation to a change in unexpected circumstances - that being said, I have an interest in all presentations and with all people.
Struggling? Feeling overwhelmed? Feeling stressed, anxious or maybe feeling low? You don’t have to feel alone with your difficulties anymore; together, we can embark on a journey of change. Counselling has the ability to change lives and working with a counsellor can support you in a journey of growth, healing and change. Timing with counselling is key, and if you are looking to start your journey today then I am ready to support you. My aim, as a therapeutic professional, is to work collaboratively with you to build a trusting and caring environment and one within which you can grow & develop in.
When it comes to my practice I have a particular interest in bereavement, loss, anxiety, OCD, depression, low mood and adaptation to a change in unexpected circumstances - that being said, I have an interest in all presentations and with all people.
Struggling? Feeling overwhelmed? Feeling stressed, anxious or maybe feeling low? You don’t have to feel alone with your difficulties anymore; together, we can embark on a journey of change. Counselling has the ability to change lives and working with a counsellor can support you in a journey of growth, healing and change. Timing with counselling is key, and if you are looking to start your journey today then I am ready to support you. My aim, as a therapeutic professional, is to work collaboratively with you to build a trusting and caring environment and one within which you can grow & develop in.
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Hayley Olpin
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS3
In our work together, we will go at your pace and I’ll support you in connecting more deeply with your thoughts, feelings, body and unconscious processes. We may look at relationships, with those around you and with yourself. Explore the different parts that exist within you and assimilate them. Spend time identifying any blocks that might be getting in the way of you doing what you want. Notice bodily sensations and explore what your body may be communicating. Revisit past experiences to process and be held. Identify patterns, why they exist and where they come from.
In our work together, we will go at your pace and I’ll support you in connecting more deeply with your thoughts, feelings, body and unconscious processes. We may look at relationships, with those around you and with yourself. Explore the different parts that exist within you and assimilate them. Spend time identifying any blocks that might be getting in the way of you doing what you want. Notice bodily sensations and explore what your body may be communicating. Revisit past experiences to process and be held. Identify patterns, why they exist and where they come from.
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Polly Haselton
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
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.
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Matthew Handley-Jones
Counsellor, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialise in helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, trauma and self-esteem issues through evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR.
Whether you are single navigating work or dating, a parent with a demanding job, or coping with a recent stressful life experience, therapy with me offers space for honest conversation and guidance. My approach is grounded in lived experience and extensive training, I tailor support to considered therapy goals to help you achieve your full potential.
I specialise in helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, trauma and self-esteem issues through evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR.
Whether you are single navigating work or dating, a parent with a demanding job, or coping with a recent stressful life experience, therapy with me offers space for honest conversation and guidance. My approach is grounded in lived experience and extensive training, I tailor support to considered therapy goals to help you achieve your full potential.
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Ffion Bennett
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Bath BA2
I am an accredited CBT Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist and ADHD coach with over a decades experience working in secondary care NHS services specialising in Adults of working age, Children and Adolescence. I am trained at delivering CBT and EMDR for clients with a range of difficulties from Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Psychosis. This includes training in EMDR for dissociation and Compassion focused CBT. I have extensive experience of working with Children and Adults who have experienced trauma, and always work very hard to create a safe and nurturing environment for clients.
I am an accredited CBT Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist and ADHD coach with over a decades experience working in secondary care NHS services specialising in Adults of working age, Children and Adolescence. I am trained at delivering CBT and EMDR for clients with a range of difficulties from Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Psychosis. This includes training in EMDR for dissociation and Compassion focused CBT. I have extensive experience of working with Children and Adults who have experienced trauma, and always work very hard to create a safe and nurturing environment for clients.
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Chris Northey-Vyse
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
5 Endorsed
Bristol BS8
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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The Specialist OCD Clinic
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We are a team of friendly and professional Clinical Psychologists, committed to offering the highest quality, evidence-based treatment for OCD.
We work collaboratively with you to deliver the evidence-based treatment for OCD (CBT with ERP) with support and empathy. We aim to help you understand and challenge OCD effectively so that it is not a barrier to you achieving your goals and living a full and happy life.
We are a team of friendly and professional Clinical Psychologists, committed to offering the highest quality, evidence-based treatment for OCD.
We work collaboratively with you to deliver the evidence-based treatment for OCD (CBT with ERP) with support and empathy. We aim to help you understand and challenge OCD effectively so that it is not a barrier to you achieving your goals and living a full and happy life.
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Jack Brown
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
Bristol BS8
You've tried everything to "fix" your OCD.
My practice is shaped by years at frontline NHS services as a senior therapist, as a supervisor, and as a teacher of other therapists. Your OCD will be understood and treated from multiple angles (CBT/ERP, ACT and EMDR). I write extensively about my approach to OCD working on my website, so please click the link below if you would like to find out more.
You've tried everything to "fix" your OCD.
My practice is shaped by years at frontline NHS services as a senior therapist, as a supervisor, and as a teacher of other therapists. Your OCD will be understood and treated from multiple angles (CBT/ERP, ACT and EMDR). I write extensively about my approach to OCD working on my website, so please click the link below if you would like to find out more.
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Anna P Johnson
Counsellor, BACP
Bath BA2
Firstly I want you to know that I love my job! I consider it a privilege to work with people, who are open minded enough to recognise that together, we can find tools to help improve their lives and get to the root of troubling issues, I have 15 years experience in a listening and counselling role.
Firstly I want you to know that I love my job! I consider it a privilege to work with people, who are open minded enough to recognise that together, we can find tools to help improve their lives and get to the root of troubling issues, I have 15 years experience in a listening and counselling role.
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Rhian Kenny Therapy- CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
7 Endorsed
Bath BA1
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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Bernadette Jones
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I have worked with many clients experiencing anxiety (generalised, health, social), OCD, depression, panic, phobias, PTSD and trauma.
I specialise in supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, isolation, self-esteem, OCD, PTSD and life transitions. I am a relationship therapist, combining Person-Centred and CBT approaches. I support couples to identify and clarify their problems and provide practical tools to help reduce conflict, improve communication & strengthen your connection.
I have worked with many clients experiencing anxiety (generalised, health, social), OCD, depression, panic, phobias, PTSD and trauma.
I specialise in supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, isolation, self-esteem, OCD, PTSD and life transitions. I am a relationship therapist, combining Person-Centred and CBT approaches. I support couples to identify and clarify their problems and provide practical tools to help reduce conflict, improve communication & strengthen your connection.
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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.