Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in South West London, London
I have extensive experience in working with psychological difficulties and specialise in working with Trauma, GAD & OCD.
As a therapist, my primary goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviour without fear of judgment or shame. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and my role is to help you identify and overcome the obstacles that are preventing you from living your best life. I approach therapy from a holistic perspective, recognizing that mental health is closely connected to physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
I have extensive experience in working with psychological difficulties and specialise in working with Trauma, GAD & OCD.
As a therapist, my primary goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviour without fear of judgment or shame. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and my role is to help you identify and overcome the obstacles that are preventing you from living your best life. I approach therapy from a holistic perspective, recognizing that mental health is closely connected to physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Anxiety, phobias, OCD, trauma, and many other mental health difficulties can quietly shape your life - until they don’t feel so quiet anymore.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked across various education and healthcare settings. I have experience working with individuals facing a wide variety of mental health difficulties. My specific interests and expertise lie in anxiety, phobias, OCD and trauma, but I also help people with depresssion, burnout and stress.
Anxiety, phobias, OCD, trauma, and many other mental health difficulties can quietly shape your life - until they don’t feel so quiet anymore.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked across various education and healthcare settings. I have experience working with individuals facing a wide variety of mental health difficulties. My specific interests and expertise lie in anxiety, phobias, OCD and trauma, but I also help people with depresssion, burnout and stress.
Dr Amber Qureshi
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
South West London, London SW19
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of unhappiness and stress? Are you feeling trapped in patterns you can't seem to escape? Do you crave a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences? I want to help you in a way that feels accessible and comfortable for you. I am a Clinical Psychologist, CBT therapist and trauma focused therapist. I have helped clients navigate various mental health challenges, including anxiety, low mood, trauma, anger management, stress, and relationship difficulties.
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of unhappiness and stress? Are you feeling trapped in patterns you can't seem to escape? Do you crave a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences? I want to help you in a way that feels accessible and comfortable for you. I am a Clinical Psychologist, CBT therapist and trauma focused therapist. I have helped clients navigate various mental health challenges, including anxiety, low mood, trauma, anger management, stress, and relationship difficulties.
You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD).
I support the management of Anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Panic Attacks & Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), through therapy work and personal development. As a qualified BACP registered therapist, & as someone who has lived with, managed & reduced the impacts of anxiety on my life for over 30 years, I understand how these conditions impact on lives.
You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD).
I support the management of Anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Panic Attacks & Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), through therapy work and personal development. As a qualified BACP registered therapist, & as someone who has lived with, managed & reduced the impacts of anxiety on my life for over 30 years, I understand how these conditions impact on lives.
I work with most common mental health difficulties including stress, burnout, anxiety, worry, OCD, rumination, depression, low self-confidence and adjustment to significant life events.
My central aim is to help you better understand your difficulties and maximise your potential to overcome them. I believe that the most effective way to help you is through empowering you to be more able to manage day-to-day, enhance your self-confidence and improve your ability to feel in control of your mental health and wellbeing. My main approaches are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness. I also have an interest in Psychodynamic ideas, which influence my therapeutic style.
I work with most common mental health difficulties including stress, burnout, anxiety, worry, OCD, rumination, depression, low self-confidence and adjustment to significant life events.
My central aim is to help you better understand your difficulties and maximise your potential to overcome them. I believe that the most effective way to help you is through empowering you to be more able to manage day-to-day, enhance your self-confidence and improve your ability to feel in control of your mental health and wellbeing. My main approaches are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness. I also have an interest in Psychodynamic ideas, which influence my therapeutic style.
Feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, shame, perfectionism or OCD which is making your life difficult?
My approach to therapy is integrative, using talking therapy, compassion-focused approaches, and body-oriented trauma work. Together, we explore where you are at, what is contributing to your experience, and how to move towards more clarity and healing. I offer short-term and long-term therapy in English and German.
Feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, shame, perfectionism or OCD which is making your life difficult?
My approach to therapy is integrative, using talking therapy, compassion-focused approaches, and body-oriented trauma work. Together, we explore where you are at, what is contributing to your experience, and how to move towards more clarity and healing. I offer short-term and long-term therapy in English and German.
Perhaps you are looking for some help with issues of anxiety or depression, which are affecting your day to day life. You might be feeling a bit hopeless, tired and are looking for change. Do you ask yourself: 'is this all there is?' Are you feeling a sense of loss of who you used to be or would like to be and are curious to see if therapy could help? Loss can be central to many of our issues. Loss of identity or from an actual bereavement or loss of purpose in life. Is there a voice inside stopping you from living a fulfilling life and you want to talk to someone, without feeling judged, to help you make sense of your life.
Perhaps you are looking for some help with issues of anxiety or depression, which are affecting your day to day life. You might be feeling a bit hopeless, tired and are looking for change. Do you ask yourself: 'is this all there is?' Are you feeling a sense of loss of who you used to be or would like to be and are curious to see if therapy could help? Loss can be central to many of our issues. Loss of identity or from an actual bereavement or loss of purpose in life. Is there a voice inside stopping you from living a fulfilling life and you want to talk to someone, without feeling judged, to help you make sense of your life.
My specialties include depression, various forms of anxiety (e.g. excessive worrying, social, OCD and health) and trauma.
I employ an evidence based approach and pride myself on my ability to adapt to my clients needs. My therapeutic approaches can be integrative, where I can utilise aspects of various models of treatment such as CBT, psychodynamic/psychoanalytic and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I tend to discuss the appropriate approach with my clients.
My specialties include depression, various forms of anxiety (e.g. excessive worrying, social, OCD and health) and trauma.
I employ an evidence based approach and pride myself on my ability to adapt to my clients needs. My therapeutic approaches can be integrative, where I can utilise aspects of various models of treatment such as CBT, psychodynamic/psychoanalytic and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I tend to discuss the appropriate approach with my clients.
You may find yourself stuck in a cycle of overthinking, perfectionism, or self-criticism, constantly replaying conversations or doubting your worth. Maybe you’re exhausted from people-pleasing, saying “yes” when you want to say “no,” or feeling guilty when you try to set boundaries. Perhaps anxiety, low mood, or intrusive thoughts make it hard to focus, rest, or enjoy the things you used to. Deep down, you want to feel calmer, lighter, and more at ease in your own skin. You’d like to worry less, speak up with confidence, and live in a way that feels truer to you and your values.
You may find yourself stuck in a cycle of overthinking, perfectionism, or self-criticism, constantly replaying conversations or doubting your worth. Maybe you’re exhausted from people-pleasing, saying “yes” when you want to say “no,” or feeling guilty when you try to set boundaries. Perhaps anxiety, low mood, or intrusive thoughts make it hard to focus, rest, or enjoy the things you used to. Deep down, you want to feel calmer, lighter, and more at ease in your own skin. You’d like to worry less, speak up with confidence, and live in a way that feels truer to you and your values.
I'm a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with a particular focus on supporting individuals experiencing generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) and obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD).
I practise with cultural humility and a strong belief in the uniqueness of each individual. While CBT is an evidence-based and structured approach, I apply it in a flexible and culturally sensitive way, tailoring it to your personal values, background, and lived experience.
I'm a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with a particular focus on supporting individuals experiencing generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) and obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD).
I practise with cultural humility and a strong belief in the uniqueness of each individual. While CBT is an evidence-based and structured approach, I apply it in a flexible and culturally sensitive way, tailoring it to your personal values, background, and lived experience.
Whether you’re dealing with OCD, panic disorder, phobias, PTSD, managing long-term health conditions, or navigating through grief and loss, I’m here to support you.
Areas I Can Help With: • Relationships & Family Dynamics • Friendships & Work-Related Stress • Sexuality & Physical Health • Life Changes, Break-Ups, & Crisis Moments. Emotions We Can Manage Together: • Sadness & Low Mood • Anxiety & Panic • Stress & Emotional Instability • Shame & Guilt
Whether you’re dealing with OCD, panic disorder, phobias, PTSD, managing long-term health conditions, or navigating through grief and loss, I’m here to support you.
Areas I Can Help With: • Relationships & Family Dynamics • Friendships & Work-Related Stress • Sexuality & Physical Health • Life Changes, Break-Ups, & Crisis Moments. Emotions We Can Manage Together: • Sadness & Low Mood • Anxiety & Panic • Stress & Emotional Instability • Shame & Guilt
You may be experiencing challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, or simply feeling lost, emotionally drained, or struggling to cope with daily demands and relationships.
As a CBT psychotherapist, I use evidence-based protocols whilst providing a compassionate and collaborative space where we can work together to explore the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that may be impacting your well-being. My goal is to help you build practical tools, gain clarity, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
You may be experiencing challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, or simply feeling lost, emotionally drained, or struggling to cope with daily demands and relationships.
As a CBT psychotherapist, I use evidence-based protocols whilst providing a compassionate and collaborative space where we can work together to explore the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that may be impacting your well-being. My goal is to help you build practical tools, gain clarity, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
I specialise working with trauma (PTSD & C-PTSD), anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, gender and sexuality issues, addiction, relationship issues, neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, learning difficulties), personality disorder, sleep and stress management.
I have a friendly and down to earth approach, focused on developing a positive and trusting relationship with you. Our therapeutic relationship is paramount to working effectively and I strive to provide compassionate and holistic care.
I specialise working with trauma (PTSD & C-PTSD), anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, gender and sexuality issues, addiction, relationship issues, neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, learning difficulties), personality disorder, sleep and stress management.
I have a friendly and down to earth approach, focused on developing a positive and trusting relationship with you. Our therapeutic relationship is paramount to working effectively and I strive to provide compassionate and holistic care.
Dr Felicity Lynagh
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
South West London, London SW6
A warm welcome, if you're looking here then it might mean you're ready to start talking to someone about the difficulties you're experiencing. This is a big first step, and it can be a daunting to know who to speak to. I have over ten years experience working in NHS mental health services - I don't believe that people fit into neat diagnoses but that we all sit on a spectrum somewhere between good mental health to distress and this changes depending on what stress is placed on us. I am interested in how you have got to this point and focus on what we can do together to help you move forward and make powerful positive change.
A warm welcome, if you're looking here then it might mean you're ready to start talking to someone about the difficulties you're experiencing. This is a big first step, and it can be a daunting to know who to speak to. I have over ten years experience working in NHS mental health services - I don't believe that people fit into neat diagnoses but that we all sit on a spectrum somewhere between good mental health to distress and this changes depending on what stress is placed on us. I am interested in how you have got to this point and focus on what we can do together to help you move forward and make powerful positive change.
With over 15 years experience, every single client I worked with was ideal to me, as being unique, with his/her story, difficulties, weaknesses but also strengths. At times clients come to therapy with a specific goal, other times they do not have a clue, and this is part of the process. If a client is now reading my profile, he/she may be struggling with a recent or more long-standing emotional distress, not able to sleep, concentrate, work, relate to others, etc. He/she may be worrying about what to say to a psychologist; what to expect; possibly fearful of being judged, not understood; if the psychologist would be good enough...
With over 15 years experience, every single client I worked with was ideal to me, as being unique, with his/her story, difficulties, weaknesses but also strengths. At times clients come to therapy with a specific goal, other times they do not have a clue, and this is part of the process. If a client is now reading my profile, he/she may be struggling with a recent or more long-standing emotional distress, not able to sleep, concentrate, work, relate to others, etc. He/she may be worrying about what to say to a psychologist; what to expect; possibly fearful of being judged, not understood; if the psychologist would be good enough...
Please see my website www.thecbtpractice.com or contact me directly for more information
Please see my website www.thecbtpractice.com or contact me directly for more information
Success is often depicted as a series of milestones achieved through talent, hard work, and perseverance. Yet, there’s a hidden dimension to success that goes beyond external accomplishments. The "secret language of success" includes understanding and overcoming personal emotional challenges that can impede our progress. Every successful individual has faced various personal challenges. Typically, the impact of such challenges goes unnoticed for quite some time. Anxiety can make it hard for us to focus and perform. Depression can cast a shadow over our aspirations. Low self-esteem and self-doubt can inhibit our confidence.
Success is often depicted as a series of milestones achieved through talent, hard work, and perseverance. Yet, there’s a hidden dimension to success that goes beyond external accomplishments. The "secret language of success" includes understanding and overcoming personal emotional challenges that can impede our progress. Every successful individual has faced various personal challenges. Typically, the impact of such challenges goes unnoticed for quite some time. Anxiety can make it hard for us to focus and perform. Depression can cast a shadow over our aspirations. Low self-esteem and self-doubt can inhibit our confidence.
I specialise in helping adults with OCD and anxiety find freedom from the constant noise of the mind.
Alongside CBT, I’m training in DIT, a brief psychodynamic therapy that explores attachment and relationship patterns. My CBT work includes ERP and behavioural experiments to gently expand comfort zones. I also use somatic tools like breathwork and body scans, as the body often holds what words cannot.
I specialise in helping adults with OCD and anxiety find freedom from the constant noise of the mind.
Alongside CBT, I’m training in DIT, a brief psychodynamic therapy that explores attachment and relationship patterns. My CBT work includes ERP and behavioural experiments to gently expand comfort zones. I also use somatic tools like breathwork and body scans, as the body often holds what words cannot.
I am specialized in psychological treatments for presenting problems such as:Depression• Anxiety• Aggression•Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)• Anxiety Disorders such as OCD •General Anxiety Disorder• Health Anxiety• Social Phobia• Panic & Agoraphobia, Body Dysmorphic Disorder • Eating problem•Addictions •Stress & Resilience• Sleep disorder
I am a Chartered Psychologist and an accredited Cognitive Behavior Therapist. I have 10 years of clinical experience in the adult mental health services, including the primary care within the National Health Service (NHS) of the United Kingdom and the private sector. I provide online therapy and face to face psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) within the long-term and short-term capacity. In addition, therapy could be provided in the following languages: Turkish, Azerbaijani and Farsi.
I am specialized in psychological treatments for presenting problems such as:Depression• Anxiety• Aggression•Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)• Anxiety Disorders such as OCD •General Anxiety Disorder• Health Anxiety• Social Phobia• Panic & Agoraphobia, Body Dysmorphic Disorder • Eating problem•Addictions •Stress & Resilience• Sleep disorder
I am a Chartered Psychologist and an accredited Cognitive Behavior Therapist. I have 10 years of clinical experience in the adult mental health services, including the primary care within the National Health Service (NHS) of the United Kingdom and the private sector. I provide online therapy and face to face psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) within the long-term and short-term capacity. In addition, therapy could be provided in the following languages: Turkish, Azerbaijani and Farsi.
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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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.