Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Feltham
I work with clients on many issues including depression, anxiety, self-worth and anger management and have a special interest in the field of addiction, dependent behaviours and other coping strategies like self-harm, eating disorders and OCD.
I am an integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space for you to discuss your thoughts and feelings. Once identified you can work through those things that are troubling you in your life. The sessions and direction of therapy will be led by you. This can be short-term solution focused work, or more open ended where you can explore your life experiences to see how your past is affecting your present. We can also work on dysfunctional and distorted thought patterns, allowing you to discover new ways of being. Together we can identify the tools you need to flourish.
I work with clients on many issues including depression, anxiety, self-worth and anger management and have a special interest in the field of addiction, dependent behaviours and other coping strategies like self-harm, eating disorders and OCD.
I am an integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space for you to discuss your thoughts and feelings. Once identified you can work through those things that are troubling you in your life. The sessions and direction of therapy will be led by you. This can be short-term solution focused work, or more open ended where you can explore your life experiences to see how your past is affecting your present. We can also work on dysfunctional and distorted thought patterns, allowing you to discover new ways of being. Together we can identify the tools you need to flourish.
Life can be a tough journey sometimes and it can seem even worse when you feel that you are walking alone. I would like to share that journey with you. As an experienced integrative counsellor working with adults, children and young people I offer you or your child a safe, therapeutic space to work on the issues bothering you including grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger and feeling sad. I work with warmth and empathy and from a non-judgemental approach enabling you to reflect on your feelings and the changes you may want to make within the context of a strong therapeutic relationship.
Life can be a tough journey sometimes and it can seem even worse when you feel that you are walking alone. I would like to share that journey with you. As an experienced integrative counsellor working with adults, children and young people I offer you or your child a safe, therapeutic space to work on the issues bothering you including grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger and feeling sad. I work with warmth and empathy and from a non-judgemental approach enabling you to reflect on your feelings and the changes you may want to make within the context of a strong therapeutic relationship.
I wonder if you have been feeling sad, stressed or anxious? Have these feelings been with you for a long time? Are you wondering when they will reappear? It’s like dreading what is around the corner and finding it hard to enjoy or feel good in the present. Other people look like they’re having fun but your world is a shade of grey. Things that you loved doing no longer give you happiness and it's hard to concentrate. At times it takes lots of energy to go out or spend time with people who care about you. Your confidence and ability to cope disappear as you become stuck and the people around you become as worn down as you feel.
I wonder if you have been feeling sad, stressed or anxious? Have these feelings been with you for a long time? Are you wondering when they will reappear? It’s like dreading what is around the corner and finding it hard to enjoy or feel good in the present. Other people look like they’re having fun but your world is a shade of grey. Things that you loved doing no longer give you happiness and it's hard to concentrate. At times it takes lots of energy to go out or spend time with people who care about you. Your confidence and ability to cope disappear as you become stuck and the people around you become as worn down as you feel.
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I work with adults experiencing anxiety disorders, with a particular clinical interest in OCD.
As a BABCP-accredited CBT therapist, I integrate CBT with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an approach that helps people change their relationship with difficult thoughts and emotions. Together, we'll work towards building greater psychological flexibility and a life guided by your values, rather than by fear or anxiety.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety disorders, with a particular clinical interest in OCD.
As a BABCP-accredited CBT therapist, I integrate CBT with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an approach that helps people change their relationship with difficult thoughts and emotions. Together, we'll work towards building greater psychological flexibility and a life guided by your values, rather than by fear or anxiety.
I worked in busy NHS psychology services for over 20 years with hundreds of clients with a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, sexual health and addiction.
Sometimes we feel that our life is not a life well-lived. Many of us feel like we are surviving instead of thriving. Our mental health plays a big role here. It shapes our experience of life.
I worked in busy NHS psychology services for over 20 years with hundreds of clients with a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, sexual health and addiction.
Sometimes we feel that our life is not a life well-lived. Many of us feel like we are surviving instead of thriving. Our mental health plays a big role here. It shapes our experience of life.
If you’re dealing with anxiety, low mood, stress, OCD, or self criticism, you don’t have to go through this alone.
I am a qualified and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist but I also used other evidence-based approaches including Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Analytic Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and trauma-informed methods.
If you’re dealing with anxiety, low mood, stress, OCD, or self criticism, you don’t have to go through this alone.
I am a qualified and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist but I also used other evidence-based approaches including Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Analytic Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and trauma-informed methods.
Thank you for visiting my page. I appreciate that seeking Psychological Therapy can be a daunting process, whether that be for yourself or a family member. I recognise that a significant part of the therapy process is establishing a positive relationship with those I support. I work mostly with adolescents, young people and adults and offer a flexible approach, drawing on a range of evidence-based interventions to try and find to the right avenue of support for your needs and goals.
Alongside my private practice I lecture at the Anna Freud Centre providing training and development for future therapists.
Thank you for visiting my page. I appreciate that seeking Psychological Therapy can be a daunting process, whether that be for yourself or a family member. I recognise that a significant part of the therapy process is establishing a positive relationship with those I support. I work mostly with adolescents, young people and adults and offer a flexible approach, drawing on a range of evidence-based interventions to try and find to the right avenue of support for your needs and goals.
Alongside my private practice I lecture at the Anna Freud Centre providing training and development for future therapists.
As well as providing therapy for a wide variety of disorders, I specialise in treating different types of OCD and relationship anxiety.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am an experienced and accredited CBT therapist. You may be feeling stuck in patterns that are hard to break—repetitive thoughts, constant doubt, or anxiety that shows up most in the areas that matter to you, like relationships, work and hobbies. Perhaps your mind feels busy and relentless, pulling you into overthinking, reassurance-seeking, or trying to find certainty that never quite lasts. Or maybe you notice anxiety affecting how you show up with others—worrying about saying the “wrong” thing, being rejected, or not feeling fully yourself.
As well as providing therapy for a wide variety of disorders, I specialise in treating different types of OCD and relationship anxiety.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am an experienced and accredited CBT therapist. You may be feeling stuck in patterns that are hard to break—repetitive thoughts, constant doubt, or anxiety that shows up most in the areas that matter to you, like relationships, work and hobbies. Perhaps your mind feels busy and relentless, pulling you into overthinking, reassurance-seeking, or trying to find certainty that never quite lasts. Or maybe you notice anxiety affecting how you show up with others—worrying about saying the “wrong” thing, being rejected, or not feeling fully yourself.
By coming here you've taken the first step and I know it's not easy. There are many reasons why you might have started looking for counselling. Sometimes we can feel uncomfortable but don't understand it or struggle to describe it, life can become overwhelming, or we are confused, and we don't know which way to turn. Perhaps you are facing life changes or decisions and don't know which path to take.
By coming here you've taken the first step and I know it's not easy. There are many reasons why you might have started looking for counselling. Sometimes we can feel uncomfortable but don't understand it or struggle to describe it, life can become overwhelming, or we are confused, and we don't know which way to turn. Perhaps you are facing life changes or decisions and don't know which path to take.
I have practiced as a Clinical Psychologist for nearly 20 years. My manner is open, kind & approachable. The majority of my career has been spent working in psychological services in the NHS, mainly within South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. In recent years, I have also worked in private practice. I work with adults who experience a wide-range of psychological need, when it becomes apparent that something needs to change but you feel stuck and confused about how to move forwards. I view each person as an expert on their own lives & I will draw upon your strengths & values, working towards specific, co-created goals.
I have practiced as a Clinical Psychologist for nearly 20 years. My manner is open, kind & approachable. The majority of my career has been spent working in psychological services in the NHS, mainly within South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. In recent years, I have also worked in private practice. I work with adults who experience a wide-range of psychological need, when it becomes apparent that something needs to change but you feel stuck and confused about how to move forwards. I view each person as an expert on their own lives & I will draw upon your strengths & values, working towards specific, co-created goals.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trapped in a cycle of intrusive thoughts ( OCD), or facing conflict in your marriage.
I provide psychotherapy grounded in Islamic tradition, addressing the psychological mechanism, Fiqh, and Tazkiyah.
I Specialise In:
OCD (Waswasa), Anxiety, Marriage Counselling, and General Counselling & Mentoring: Person-centred support for individuals.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trapped in a cycle of intrusive thoughts ( OCD), or facing conflict in your marriage.
I provide psychotherapy grounded in Islamic tradition, addressing the psychological mechanism, Fiqh, and Tazkiyah.
I Specialise In:
OCD (Waswasa), Anxiety, Marriage Counselling, and General Counselling & Mentoring: Person-centred support for individuals.
I've been qualified since 2008, treating fatigue, issues related to ADHD and ASD, issues related to head injury, trauma, OCD, health anxiety and BDD.
I am trained to use a number of therapies and I integrate these with my training as a psychologist to develop a psychological understanding (a formulation) which I test and adjust with my patient. I use a number of approaches CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, systemic, I-CBT, metacognitive and behavioural approaches with a professional, but an informal and relaxed manner.
I've been qualified since 2008, treating fatigue, issues related to ADHD and ASD, issues related to head injury, trauma, OCD, health anxiety and BDD.
I am trained to use a number of therapies and I integrate these with my training as a psychologist to develop a psychological understanding (a formulation) which I test and adjust with my patient. I use a number of approaches CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, systemic, I-CBT, metacognitive and behavioural approaches with a professional, but an informal and relaxed manner.
I work with people facing a range of challenges, such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and OCD.
My approach is grounded in evidence based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). These approaches help clients learn practical skills to handle difficult thoughts and emotions, while also cultivating greater self-awareness, resilience, and compassion.
I work with people facing a range of challenges, such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and OCD.
My approach is grounded in evidence based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). These approaches help clients learn practical skills to handle difficult thoughts and emotions, while also cultivating greater self-awareness, resilience, and compassion.
My clinical experience include a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties from mild depression and anxiety, to complex trauma, with a special interest in OCD.
Therapy is a collaborative process, and together we hope to reach your goals.
My clinical experience include a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties from mild depression and anxiety, to complex trauma, with a special interest in OCD.
Therapy is a collaborative process, and together we hope to reach your goals.
Optimism Psychotherapy & Supervision Services offer accredited psychotherapy including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, Narrative Exposure Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for Depression, Anxiety, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Fertility trauma, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, addiction and more.
Making contact is the first step to recovery.
We understand the importance of a good therapist/client match.
We offer a safe and non-judgemental environment working with you to explore difficulties, identify goals for psychological therapy and develop individualised treatment plans that help clients to reclaim their lives and work towards recovery.
Optimism Psychotherapy & Supervision Services offer accredited psychotherapy including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, Narrative Exposure Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for Depression, Anxiety, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Fertility trauma, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, addiction and more.
Making contact is the first step to recovery.
We understand the importance of a good therapist/client match.
We offer a safe and non-judgemental environment working with you to explore difficulties, identify goals for psychological therapy and develop individualised treatment plans that help clients to reclaim their lives and work towards recovery.
I have been working in mental health settings since 2010 and over the course of those 12 years have worked with people with Depression, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Health Anxiety, Phobia's, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, PTSD, Self Harm, Body Dysmorphia, Eating Disorders.
Therapy is all about creating meaningful change that will help you to not be held back by mental health difficulties and live your life to the fullest. There's a massive difference between living, and merely existing, and I have been there myself. I feel privileged and excited to be a part of your journey to reach your full potential. This can be a daunting time, as you explore parts of yourself that you haven't acknowledged before, or you have tried previously to work on. I am passionate about therapy as I have seen how life changing it can be and will help you every step of the way to achieve your goals.
I have been working in mental health settings since 2010 and over the course of those 12 years have worked with people with Depression, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Health Anxiety, Phobia's, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, PTSD, Self Harm, Body Dysmorphia, Eating Disorders.
Therapy is all about creating meaningful change that will help you to not be held back by mental health difficulties and live your life to the fullest. There's a massive difference between living, and merely existing, and I have been there myself. I feel privileged and excited to be a part of your journey to reach your full potential. This can be a daunting time, as you explore parts of yourself that you haven't acknowledged before, or you have tried previously to work on. I am passionate about therapy as I have seen how life changing it can be and will help you every step of the way to achieve your goals.
I work with young people/adults who are experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties that are impacting their wellbeing. This often includes anxiety, low mood, stress, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, and the impacts of changes and traumatic life events. My clients are often feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, and are looking for a clearer understanding of themselves alongside practical ways to feel better and function more effectively in daily life. My aim is to provide a thoughtful, grounded therapeutic space where we can build insight, resilience and lasting changes at your pace.
I work with young people/adults who are experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties that are impacting their wellbeing. This often includes anxiety, low mood, stress, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, and the impacts of changes and traumatic life events. My clients are often feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, and are looking for a clearer understanding of themselves alongside practical ways to feel better and function more effectively in daily life. My aim is to provide a thoughtful, grounded therapeutic space where we can build insight, resilience and lasting changes at your pace.
I can also help with specific conditions including OCD, depression, health anxiety, generalised anxiety, social and performance anxiety, panic attacks and agoraphobia, and anxiety-related insomnia.
I'm an experienced accredited psychotherapist offering a collaborative approach that's reflective and practical. Together we build an understanding of what's contributing to the difficulties you're experiencing and work on steps you can take to bring meaningful change. I drawn on a range of CBT approaches, including REBT, ACT and Mindfulness-based CBT.
I can also help with specific conditions including OCD, depression, health anxiety, generalised anxiety, social and performance anxiety, panic attacks and agoraphobia, and anxiety-related insomnia.
I'm an experienced accredited psychotherapist offering a collaborative approach that's reflective and practical. Together we build an understanding of what's contributing to the difficulties you're experiencing and work on steps you can take to bring meaningful change. I drawn on a range of CBT approaches, including REBT, ACT and Mindfulness-based CBT.
I use exposure and response prevention for OCD, and draw on REBT, ACT, coaching and bereavement counselling.
From the outside you are managing. Inside, something is not letting up, and you have not said any of it out loud.
I am a Consultant Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, in practice since 2001, with fifteen years in City of London private practice. I trained in the NHS in Scotland and went on to work in NHS trusts and at the Priory in London. I hold an MSc in CBT with Distinction from Dundee and an MSc in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy from Goldsmiths.
I work with adolescents and adults, online across the UK and in person at London Bridge. Eight private insurers recognise me, among them Aviva, AXA PPP, Bupa and Vitality.
I use exposure and response prevention for OCD, and draw on REBT, ACT, coaching and bereavement counselling.
From the outside you are managing. Inside, something is not letting up, and you have not said any of it out loud.
I am a Consultant Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, in practice since 2001, with fifteen years in City of London private practice. I trained in the NHS in Scotland and went on to work in NHS trusts and at the Priory in London. I hold an MSc in CBT with Distinction from Dundee and an MSc in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy from Goldsmiths.
I work with adolescents and adults, online across the UK and in person at London Bridge. Eight private insurers recognise me, among them Aviva, AXA PPP, Bupa and Vitality.
You may be feeling anxious, low in mood, or stuck in unhelpful cycles that keep repeating themselves. Perhaps worry, stress, or negative thoughts are affecting your day-to-day life, making it harder to focus, enjoy relationships, or feel confident in yourself. These feelings can be overwhelming and exhausting, and it’s natural to wonder if things will ever change. What you want is to feel more in control of how you respond, to break free from patterns, and to have practical tools you can use when life feels difficult. You may also want to strengthen your relationship, reduce conflict, or feel more connected to other people.
You may be feeling anxious, low in mood, or stuck in unhelpful cycles that keep repeating themselves. Perhaps worry, stress, or negative thoughts are affecting your day-to-day life, making it harder to focus, enjoy relationships, or feel confident in yourself. These feelings can be overwhelming and exhausting, and it’s natural to wonder if things will ever change. What you want is to feel more in control of how you respond, to break free from patterns, and to have practical tools you can use when life feels difficult. You may also want to strengthen your relationship, reduce conflict, or feel more connected to other people.
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- East Molesey
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- Teddington
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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.