Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Counselling in Southwark, London
I am an integrative therapist specialising in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) for a broad range of psychological difficulties.
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 an integrative therapist specialising in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) for a broad range of psychological difficulties.
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 draw on a range of therapies to fit your needs, including CBT, ERP, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
At the heart of my work, I strive to create a warm and compassionate space for clients from all walks of life. I work with clients presenting with various challenges including relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, anxiety and low mood. I also have experience working with complex mental health and co-morbid difficulties, including trauma and childhood abuse. Whether your issue feels vague or specific, therapy can help you understand how the past informs current patterns, develop coping skills to process difficult feelings, and nurture the internal strengths and resources that we all hold.
I draw on a range of therapies to fit your needs, including CBT, ERP, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
At the heart of my work, I strive to create a warm and compassionate space for clients from all walks of life. I work with clients presenting with various challenges including relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, anxiety and low mood. I also have experience working with complex mental health and co-morbid difficulties, including trauma and childhood abuse. Whether your issue feels vague or specific, therapy can help you understand how the past informs current patterns, develop coping skills to process difficult feelings, and nurture the internal strengths and resources that we all hold.
When working with OCD I offer CBT alongside ERP as the gold standard for OCD treatment.
I am passionate about supporting my clients through their mental health journeys. My approach is warm, approachable, and empathetic, fostering a safe space for collaboration and growth. I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship, and I strive to empower my clients to develop practical strategies that lead to meaningful change.
With more than a decade of experience in the NHS, I have spent the last five years working in an NHS talking therapies service and most recently in a specialist NHS anxiety service with a particular focus on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
When working with OCD I offer CBT alongside ERP as the gold standard for OCD treatment.
I am passionate about supporting my clients through their mental health journeys. My approach is warm, approachable, and empathetic, fostering a safe space for collaboration and growth. I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship, and I strive to empower my clients to develop practical strategies that lead to meaningful change.
With more than a decade of experience in the NHS, I have spent the last five years working in an NHS talking therapies service and most recently in a specialist NHS anxiety service with a particular focus on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-doubt or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. Perhaps past experiences are affecting your present, or you’re navigating a difficult life transition. Whatever you’re facing, you want clarity, relief, and a way forward—you’re looking for a space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences in a way that feels safe, validating, and productive. As an integrative Therapist, I tailor my approach to your needs, drawing from evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-doubt or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. Perhaps past experiences are affecting your present, or you’re navigating a difficult life transition. Whatever you’re facing, you want clarity, relief, and a way forward—you’re looking for a space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences in a way that feels safe, validating, and productive. As an integrative Therapist, I tailor my approach to your needs, drawing from evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years of experience in the NHS. I work integratively offering evidence-based therapies, particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy and EMDR (EMDR Europe certified). I work collaboratively to help you identify what is keeping you stuck and set goals for changes that are important for you. You have the answers and I believe in being alongside you on the journey of exploring, understanding yourself and providing a space for you to grow and heal, opening up new possibilities for the future.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years of experience in the NHS. I work integratively offering evidence-based therapies, particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy and EMDR (EMDR Europe certified). I work collaboratively to help you identify what is keeping you stuck and set goals for changes that are important for you. You have the answers and I believe in being alongside you on the journey of exploring, understanding yourself and providing a space for you to grow and heal, opening up new possibilities for the future.
I work from a place of trying to support people in becoming unstuck and starting to move forward. Everybody comes to therapy with their own unique reasons. This can be due to specific psychological difficulties, such as depression or anxiety, feeling sad, difficult early life experiences, traumatic events, high-stress levels, or a general sense of feeling unfulfilled. I believe every person has a unique story, and psychological therapy should be adjusted appropriately as there is no “one-size-fits-all” in understanding our mental world.
I work from a place of trying to support people in becoming unstuck and starting to move forward. Everybody comes to therapy with their own unique reasons. This can be due to specific psychological difficulties, such as depression or anxiety, feeling sad, difficult early life experiences, traumatic events, high-stress levels, or a general sense of feeling unfulfilled. I believe every person has a unique story, and psychological therapy should be adjusted appropriately as there is no “one-size-fits-all” in understanding our mental world.
Reaching out for help is a courageous thing to do. I aim always to make the initial and ongoing conversations welcoming and hopeful. I’m a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and EMDR therapist. EMDR can be highly effective for addressing traumas, anxiety and negative thinking patterns. I offer evidence-based treatment for a range of mental health problems such as Depression, PTSD, OCD, GAD, Social Anxiety and non-underweight Eating Disorders. I work with CBT and EMDR to address health problems such as chronic pain. I’m very experienced with more than fifteen years working in the NHS, addiction and eating disorders services.
Reaching out for help is a courageous thing to do. I aim always to make the initial and ongoing conversations welcoming and hopeful. I’m a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and EMDR therapist. EMDR can be highly effective for addressing traumas, anxiety and negative thinking patterns. I offer evidence-based treatment for a range of mental health problems such as Depression, PTSD, OCD, GAD, Social Anxiety and non-underweight Eating Disorders. I work with CBT and EMDR to address health problems such as chronic pain. I’m very experienced with more than fifteen years working in the NHS, addiction and eating disorders services.
Sometimes outwardly we look like we are getting on with life and functioning just fine, but inside it can feel very different. Are you feeling stuck or alone, not managing in your relationships with others? Perhaps you need space to discuss confusing thoughts and emotions you can't understand and the conflicts that cause you distress.
Sometimes outwardly we look like we are getting on with life and functioning just fine, but inside it can feel very different. Are you feeling stuck or alone, not managing in your relationships with others? Perhaps you need space to discuss confusing thoughts and emotions you can't understand and the conflicts that cause you distress.
As a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, I provide compassionate and individualised psychological therapy for a range of difficulties, specialising in trauma and related difficulties, such as PTSD, attachment/relational difficulties, anxiety and low mood. My practice is largely informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and I also incorporate other modalities including Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). In addition, I specialize in trauma-focused interventions, including EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, and Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET).
As a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, I provide compassionate and individualised psychological therapy for a range of difficulties, specialising in trauma and related difficulties, such as PTSD, attachment/relational difficulties, anxiety and low mood. My practice is largely informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and I also incorporate other modalities including Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). In addition, I specialize in trauma-focused interventions, including EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, and Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET).
I am an Occupational Therapist and Cognitive-Behavioural therapist. I want to support you in having a meaningful life despite your difficulties. I believe in the importance of personal recovery and that there is hope for everyone. I can help you be more confident in yourself, find ways to manage negative thoughts, find motivation to participate in a range of meaningful occupations; replace unhealthy routines with healthier ones; rebuild your identity by developing new roles outside of the illness, manage emotions and improve motivation and confidence in a range of day-to-day tasks. I can also help you manage your symptoms.
I am an Occupational Therapist and Cognitive-Behavioural therapist. I want to support you in having a meaningful life despite your difficulties. I believe in the importance of personal recovery and that there is hope for everyone. I can help you be more confident in yourself, find ways to manage negative thoughts, find motivation to participate in a range of meaningful occupations; replace unhealthy routines with healthier ones; rebuild your identity by developing new roles outside of the illness, manage emotions and improve motivation and confidence in a range of day-to-day tasks. I can also help you manage your symptoms.
I have extensive experience working across a range of presentations, including depression, anxiety, OCD, gender identity, attachment issues, neurodiversity, trauma and relationship difficulties. Together we will find ways to understand your mental health challenges by looking at the bigger picture of your life. It involves exploring your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, as well as your personal history and current situation. We will identify patterns and triggers that contribute to your struggles. By understanding these connections, we can develop a plan for how to address your issues and work towards positive change.
I have extensive experience working across a range of presentations, including depression, anxiety, OCD, gender identity, attachment issues, neurodiversity, trauma and relationship difficulties. Together we will find ways to understand your mental health challenges by looking at the bigger picture of your life. It involves exploring your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, as well as your personal history and current situation. We will identify patterns and triggers that contribute to your struggles. By understanding these connections, we can develop a plan for how to address your issues and work towards positive change.
Psychologist, HCPC-registered supervisor in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Providing services for individuals, couples and families beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST) - the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. I address all psychopathologies. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward.
Psychologist, HCPC-registered supervisor in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Providing services for individuals, couples and families beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST) - the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. I address all psychopathologies. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward.
Have you been feeling nervous, anxious or on edge? Do you experience unwanted, intrusive thoughts or worries? Some of your concerns may include OCD, panic, rumination, and related symptoms e.g. checking/repetitive behaviours. You also may be experiencing other related issues such as shyness, low mood, health worries, sleep problems, work stress/burn out, pain management, perfectionism and self esteem. Additionally I offer Schema Therapy as an alternative to CBT to address reoccurring longstanding issues with aim of changing old patterns of thinking and develop healthier ways of coping. I have a LGBTQIA+ and AuDHD affirming practice.
Have you been feeling nervous, anxious or on edge? Do you experience unwanted, intrusive thoughts or worries? Some of your concerns may include OCD, panic, rumination, and related symptoms e.g. checking/repetitive behaviours. You also may be experiencing other related issues such as shyness, low mood, health worries, sleep problems, work stress/burn out, pain management, perfectionism and self esteem. Additionally I offer Schema Therapy as an alternative to CBT to address reoccurring longstanding issues with aim of changing old patterns of thinking and develop healthier ways of coping. I have a LGBTQIA+ and AuDHD affirming practice.
I like helping people resolve trauma & also helping people with anxiety such as health concerns. I am also skilled in helping people experiencing depression and low self-esteem. CBT has much evidence to support it being effective in treating common mental health issues by unlocking unhelpful thoughts and unhelpful behaviours which keep people stuck. We would work together to help you achieve your goals. I find that approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) & Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) alongside CBT combined are often more effective and therapy needs to be at your pace to be successful.
I like helping people resolve trauma & also helping people with anxiety such as health concerns. I am also skilled in helping people experiencing depression and low self-esteem. CBT has much evidence to support it being effective in treating common mental health issues by unlocking unhelpful thoughts and unhelpful behaviours which keep people stuck. We would work together to help you achieve your goals. I find that approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) & Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) alongside CBT combined are often more effective and therapy needs to be at your pace to be successful.
Are you struggling with low mood and anxiety? Do you have difficulties with your self-esteem, body image your relationship with food? Have you experienced a traumatic life event? Struggling in your relationships at home and at work? Or are you experiencing an overall lack of happiness and fulfilment in your life which makes you less hopeful for the future? Then you are not alone. Many of us experience these difficulties, at various points in our lives. The good thing is, you are here now, wanting to seek help. To get started, you can request an initial appointment with Dr Ishba Rehman (free of cost) to discuss your needs and goals.
Are you struggling with low mood and anxiety? Do you have difficulties with your self-esteem, body image your relationship with food? Have you experienced a traumatic life event? Struggling in your relationships at home and at work? Or are you experiencing an overall lack of happiness and fulfilment in your life which makes you less hopeful for the future? Then you are not alone. Many of us experience these difficulties, at various points in our lives. The good thing is, you are here now, wanting to seek help. To get started, you can request an initial appointment with Dr Ishba Rehman (free of cost) to discuss your needs and goals.
I am a highly empathic, friendly and professional therapist with over 14 years experience. I offer an accepting & safe space to help clients overcome the barriers that stop them living life the way they want to. I utilise traditional CBT, EMDR & other approaches, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), compassion focused therapy, attachment-informed EMDR and Parts work, to offer a flexible and individualised treatment process. I love what I do and have always wanted to be a therapist, I often fell into this role in my personal life and have dedicated my life to supporting others to live the life they want.
I am a highly empathic, friendly and professional therapist with over 14 years experience. I offer an accepting & safe space to help clients overcome the barriers that stop them living life the way they want to. I utilise traditional CBT, EMDR & other approaches, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), compassion focused therapy, attachment-informed EMDR and Parts work, to offer a flexible and individualised treatment process. I love what I do and have always wanted to be a therapist, I often fell into this role in my personal life and have dedicated my life to supporting others to live the life they want.
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptoms. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of depression, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptoms. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of depression, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.
Struggling with stress, anxiety, or low mood? Feeling stuck or disconnected from who you want to be?
I’m a chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years’ experience helping people navigate life’s emotional challenges with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based support.
I offer online therapy across the UK and internationally, working with adults facing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs.
Together, we’ll make sense of your difficulties and identify practical steps forward.
Struggling with stress, anxiety, or low mood? Feeling stuck or disconnected from who you want to be?
I’m a chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years’ experience helping people navigate life’s emotional challenges with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based support.
I offer online therapy across the UK and internationally, working with adults facing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs.
Together, we’ll make sense of your difficulties and identify practical steps forward.
I am a passionate Doctor of Clinical Psychology and have worked 15 years in mental health services working with adults, children, young people and families. I enjoy getting to know individuals and finding what works well for them. I do this through using evidence-based therapeutic approaches and tailor my intervention to each individual. I offer both adult and child cognitive assessments which can provide a learning profile demonstrating strengths and areas of difficulty.
I am a passionate Doctor of Clinical Psychology and have worked 15 years in mental health services working with adults, children, young people and families. I enjoy getting to know individuals and finding what works well for them. I do this through using evidence-based therapeutic approaches and tailor my intervention to each individual. I offer both adult and child cognitive assessments which can provide a learning profile demonstrating strengths and areas of difficulty.
Perhaps you have a specific problem that you want to overcome or you need a place to open up and explore difficult thoughts and feelings you are experiencing. Together, we will establish your goals for therapy and help you build up your skills and confidence to manage the difficulties you are facing. I will help you work towards your goals, with compassion, kindness and respect. I approach therapy in a person-centred way, which means I will be guided by you as to the pace you feel comfortable with and whether you prefer a more gentle, playful or focussed approach to therapy.
Perhaps you have a specific problem that you want to overcome or you need a place to open up and explore difficult thoughts and feelings you are experiencing. Together, we will establish your goals for therapy and help you build up your skills and confidence to manage the difficulties you are facing. I will help you work towards your goals, with compassion, kindness and respect. I approach therapy in a person-centred way, which means I will be guided by you as to the pace you feel comfortable with and whether you prefer a more gentle, playful or focussed approach to therapy.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Counsellors
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviours that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioural therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioural change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.