Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Great Baddow
I offer confidential therapy sessions in a safe, non judgemental environment. I believe everyone has the right to fulfil their potential so if something or someone is stopping that together we can work through the issue or reasons why you feel stuck. It can be easy to blame others but sometimes we need to look at ourselves to really see what is going on. The only person guaranteed to always be with you is YOU! so why not be the best possible version of yourself.
I offer confidential therapy sessions in a safe, non judgemental environment. I believe everyone has the right to fulfil their potential so if something or someone is stopping that together we can work through the issue or reasons why you feel stuck. It can be easy to blame others but sometimes we need to look at ourselves to really see what is going on. The only person guaranteed to always be with you is YOU! so why not be the best possible version of yourself.
I work with lots of areas including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, parenting challenges, loss/bereavement, OCD, self-harm.
Together we can explore your feelings to gain insight into what’s negatively affecting your life today. We may link this to your past, which will help you understand why you behave or think the way you do, and as you start to make sense of your inner world you will experience a greater sense of wellbeing.
I work with lots of areas including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, parenting challenges, loss/bereavement, OCD, self-harm.
Together we can explore your feelings to gain insight into what’s negatively affecting your life today. We may link this to your past, which will help you understand why you behave or think the way you do, and as you start to make sense of your inner world you will experience a greater sense of wellbeing.
Established in 2014, 5th Avenue Counselling is the practice of Marianne Mikhail Msc, offering an accessible option when you need therapeutic support, or just a space to talk and be heard.
Established in 2014, 5th Avenue Counselling is the practice of Marianne Mikhail Msc, offering an accessible option when you need therapeutic support, or just a space to talk and be heard.
My name is Claire, I am a counsellor and life coach I am able to offer both professional and empathic support to enable you to overcome any difficulties you maybe experiencing. I have trained to work in an integrative way therefore I am able to draw from a range of theories including person centred, psycho dynamics and cognitive behavioural therapy, to enable you to gain understanding, create solutions strategies and process positively.
My name is Claire, I am a counsellor and life coach I am able to offer both professional and empathic support to enable you to overcome any difficulties you maybe experiencing. I have trained to work in an integrative way therefore I am able to draw from a range of theories including person centred, psycho dynamics and cognitive behavioural therapy, to enable you to gain understanding, create solutions strategies and process positively.
Our aim at the Chelmsford Counselling and Therapy Centre is to inspire growth , help clients bring about change leading to self - fulfilment. I work along side a group of 25 Counsellors and Therapists so be can be very responsive to client needs. We work with adults, children as well as couples.We also offer a low cost (£20) Counselling Service for individual adults provided by Counsellors in training.
Our aim at the Chelmsford Counselling and Therapy Centre is to inspire growth , help clients bring about change leading to self - fulfilment. I work along side a group of 25 Counsellors and Therapists so be can be very responsive to client needs. We work with adults, children as well as couples.We also offer a low cost (£20) Counselling Service for individual adults provided by Counsellors in training.
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Are you struggling with OCD, Anxiety or Depression?
I can work with most issues that cause distress and feel debilitating. I have specific training in CBT, counselling and Mindfulness. These treatments follow NICE guidelines and are often used in the NHS with research behind them to prove their efficacy. My approach is often solution focused showing you results within weeks.
Are you struggling with OCD, Anxiety or Depression?
I can work with most issues that cause distress and feel debilitating. I have specific training in CBT, counselling and Mindfulness. These treatments follow NICE guidelines and are often used in the NHS with research behind them to prove their efficacy. My approach is often solution focused showing you results within weeks.
I am a therapist specialising in OCD, anxiety disorders and trauma therapy.
I use ACT and CFT to work with a broad range of difficulties. I am a specialist therapist on ACT/ERP for OCD. I also have specialist training in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, stress based work issues, High Achievers, Addiction and Relationship challenges.
I am a therapist specialising in OCD, anxiety disorders and trauma therapy.
I use ACT and CFT to work with a broad range of difficulties. I am a specialist therapist on ACT/ERP for OCD. I also have specialist training in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, stress based work issues, High Achievers, Addiction and Relationship challenges.
I work with children and young people, specialising in anxiety and OCD.
I help young people step into things that are unknown, uncertain and feel difficult so they can connect with and grow the strengths and qualities they need. If they don’t feel ready for therapy, I can work directly with you. I’ll coach you to support them using frameworks that clarify your role, optimise skill building, resilience and growth for your child.
I work with children and young people, specialising in anxiety and OCD.
I help young people step into things that are unknown, uncertain and feel difficult so they can connect with and grow the strengths and qualities they need. If they don’t feel ready for therapy, I can work directly with you. I’ll coach you to support them using frameworks that clarify your role, optimise skill building, resilience and growth for your child.
I do a lot of work with clients with ADHD , anxiety, attachment issues and OCD.
I have the knowledge that lots of people have been suppressed in life and have lost their authenticity, which can create anxiety, depression, low self esteem, addiction and much more.
I do a lot of work with clients with ADHD , anxiety, attachment issues and OCD.
I have the knowledge that lots of people have been suppressed in life and have lost their authenticity, which can create anxiety, depression, low self esteem, addiction and much more.
Specialties:
Bereavement
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD)
Anxiety
Loss of Purpose
Couples Counselling/Mediation.
Take a few weeks to invest in yourself—the most rewarding journey you’ll ever embark on—to gain a deeper understanding of who you are.
Together, we can uncover any unhelpful patterns and pave the way for meaningful change. I’m committed to fostering a warm, welcoming environment where you feel fully accepted and free to be your true self, without being afraid of judgment. My approach is compassionate, empathetic, and authentic, always showing up genuinely to guide you through life’s challenges.
Specialties:
Bereavement
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD)
Anxiety
Loss of Purpose
Couples Counselling/Mediation.
Take a few weeks to invest in yourself—the most rewarding journey you’ll ever embark on—to gain a deeper understanding of who you are.
Together, we can uncover any unhelpful patterns and pave the way for meaningful change. I’m committed to fostering a warm, welcoming environment where you feel fully accepted and free to be your true self, without being afraid of judgment. My approach is compassionate, empathetic, and authentic, always showing up genuinely to guide you through life’s challenges.
Her clinical expereince 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 collabrative process
Her clinical expereince 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 collabrative process
The people I work with tend to be struggling with issues such as low mood, anxiety (including OCD/phobias) and self-harm.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and third wave CBT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Compassion Focused Therapy) approaches in my clinical work which I have found to be particularly helpful for young people. I also have experience using ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) for difficulties such as OCD and emetophobia (fear of sick).
The people I work with tend to be struggling with issues such as low mood, anxiety (including OCD/phobias) and self-harm.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and third wave CBT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Compassion Focused Therapy) approaches in my clinical work which I have found to be particularly helpful for young people. I also have experience using ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) for difficulties such as OCD and emetophobia (fear of sick).
Stuck in cycles of intrusive taboo OCD thoughts that feel too scary to ignore?
I specialise in treating OCD, anxiety, and taboo thoughts using CBT & ERP (including 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. We’ll identify what’s keeping you stuck and help you reclaim your life from OCD’s grip - no more living in your head.
Stuck in cycles of intrusive taboo OCD thoughts that feel too scary to ignore?
I specialise in treating OCD, anxiety, and taboo thoughts using CBT & ERP (including 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. We’ll identify what’s keeping you stuck and help you reclaim your life from OCD’s grip - no more living in your head.
I have a special interest in anxiety, depression, OCD (I carried out doctoral research in this area), and individuals experiencing high self criticism/low self esteem and appearance concerns.
I am a highly qualified and experienced Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I have spent 16 years working in NHS mental health services, and now focus on my private practice full time. With a high level of expertise, I am able to create a bespoke therapeutic experience that helps clients move towards their goals. I focus on providing high quality, evidence based therapy that enables clients to feel empowered and understood, enabling them to learn the skills needed to make positive and long lasting changes in their lives.
I have a special interest in anxiety, depression, OCD (I carried out doctoral research in this area), and individuals experiencing high self criticism/low self esteem and appearance concerns.
I am a highly qualified and experienced Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I have spent 16 years working in NHS mental health services, and now focus on my private practice full time. With a high level of expertise, I am able to create a bespoke therapeutic experience that helps clients move towards their goals. I focus on providing high quality, evidence based therapy that enables clients to feel empowered and understood, enabling them to learn the skills needed to make positive and long lasting changes in their lives.
I often work with issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, shame, intrusive thoughts, OCD, attachment and identity issues, addiction and more.
I’m a down-to-earth, open-minded and warm person. Originally from Scotland, I lived in multiple countries before settling in London. My personal journey with psychodynamic therapy has been transformative in many ways—it’s why I became a psychotherapist.
I often work with issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, shame, intrusive thoughts, OCD, attachment and identity issues, addiction and more.
I’m a down-to-earth, open-minded and warm person. Originally from Scotland, I lived in multiple countries before settling in London. My personal journey with psychodynamic therapy has been transformative in many ways—it’s why I became a psychotherapist.
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist accredited by the British Association of Behaviour and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and a Chartered Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR, levels 1-3) and hypnosis.
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist accredited by the British Association of Behaviour and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and a Chartered Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR, levels 1-3) and hypnosis.
Some examples may include, Stress, Work-Based difficulties, Relationship Difficulties, Disordered Eating, Depression, Low Mood, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Health Anxiety, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Panic Disorder and Specific Phobias.
I am a qualified BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Supervisor and qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. As such, I work using a number of different approaches based on the needs of the people that I see. I provide evidence-based CBT for a range of mental health difficulties, including Depression and Anxiety Disorders.
Some examples may include, Stress, Work-Based difficulties, Relationship Difficulties, Disordered Eating, Depression, Low Mood, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Health Anxiety, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Panic Disorder and Specific Phobias.
I am a qualified BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Supervisor and qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. As such, I work using a number of different approaches based on the needs of the people that I see. I provide evidence-based CBT for a range of mental health difficulties, including Depression and Anxiety Disorders.
Living with OCD and low self-esteem can feel exhausting.
I work with people who often feel trapped or weighed down by their struggles. Together, we create a safe and compassionate space where they feel truly understood and supported. Drawing on my experience in NHS specialist services, I can help you explore the patterns and self-doubt that have been holding you back, so you can start to regain a sense of control.
Living with OCD and low self-esteem can feel exhausting.
I work with people who often feel trapped or weighed down by their struggles. Together, we create a safe and compassionate space where they feel truly understood and supported. Drawing on my experience in NHS specialist services, I can help you explore the patterns and self-doubt that have been holding you back, so you can start to regain a sense of control.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist, my passion lies in helping individuals who have experienced trauma or intense stress to process their experiences, develop new coping skills and regain control over their lives.
In recent years, I have also specialized in working with individuals with ADHD, tailoring strategies to meet each person's unique needs.
I also work with individuals who have PTSD resulting from road accidents, helping them process and heal from their experiences. Additionally, I provide mental health reports to support various legal or medical needs.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist, my passion lies in helping individuals who have experienced trauma or intense stress to process their experiences, develop new coping skills and regain control over their lives.
In recent years, I have also specialized in working with individuals with ADHD, tailoring strategies to meet each person's unique needs.
I also work with individuals who have PTSD resulting from road accidents, helping them process and heal from their experiences. Additionally, I provide mental health reports to support various legal or medical needs.
I utilise therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) to support people experiencing Depression, Trauma, Psychosis, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), as well as those struggling with perfectionism, self-criticism, low self-esteem and relational difficulties.
I am committed to supporting those experiencing mental health difficulties, and have experience working with a diverse range of clients including children, adults and older adults. I am passionate about creating a safe and non-judgemental space to help my clients to understand their difficulties and how they can make changes to improve their mental health and wellbeing. As a HCPC registered Chartered Clinical Psychologist with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I have worked across various settings including community, inpatient and specialist services in the NHS.
I utilise therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) to support people experiencing Depression, Trauma, Psychosis, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), as well as those struggling with perfectionism, self-criticism, low self-esteem and relational difficulties.
I am committed to supporting those experiencing mental health difficulties, and have experience working with a diverse range of clients including children, adults and older adults. I am passionate about creating a safe and non-judgemental space to help my clients to understand their difficulties and how they can make changes to improve their mental health and wellbeing. As a HCPC registered Chartered Clinical Psychologist with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I have worked across various settings including community, inpatient and specialist services in the NHS.
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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.