Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Maidstone
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.
Life can be complicated and confusing, we can sometimes feel stuck, stressed out, anxious, depressed or just exhausted with it all. Trying to find your path out, away from negative feelings and thoughts may seem like a monumental struggle. Would you like someone to help you find your way forward? would you like somebody to help you make sense of these thoughts and feelings? I can provide you with a safe space where we can explore these feelings together. My aim is to support clients to find positive methods of coping and gain understanding to enable them to move forward with their lives.
Life can be complicated and confusing, we can sometimes feel stuck, stressed out, anxious, depressed or just exhausted with it all. Trying to find your path out, away from negative feelings and thoughts may seem like a monumental struggle. Would you like someone to help you find your way forward? would you like somebody to help you make sense of these thoughts and feelings? I can provide you with a safe space where we can explore these feelings together. My aim is to support clients to find positive methods of coping and gain understanding to enable them to move forward with their lives.
I support adults with issues such as anxiety, OCD, healthy anxiety, social anxiety, low mood and emotional problems such as anger, guilt, jealousy, low self-esteem and shame.
With my warm, down-to-earth and compassionate approach, I will help you to have a better awareness of what you are struggling with and help you to explore what is keeping you stuck in your problem and preventing you from moving forward in your life. I will help you be where you want to be, and support you in achieving your goals.
I support adults with issues such as anxiety, OCD, healthy anxiety, social anxiety, low mood and emotional problems such as anger, guilt, jealousy, low self-esteem and shame.
With my warm, down-to-earth and compassionate approach, I will help you to have a better awareness of what you are struggling with and help you to explore what is keeping you stuck in your problem and preventing you from moving forward in your life. I will help you be where you want to be, and support you in achieving your goals.
Whether it's anxiety, depression, stress, low motivation, poor self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, intrusive thoughts or OCD, I will support you to achieve your goals and reach your potential.
I have a range of professional experience working in a variety of settings - NHS, charity, local government, education, CAMHS, adult services both public and private, and substance use services. My personal journey and professional experiences have taught me the importance of placing clients at the centre of any therapeutic work, and how vital it is to listen and understand with empathy, patience and compassion.
Whether it's anxiety, depression, stress, low motivation, poor self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, intrusive thoughts or OCD, I will support you to achieve your goals and reach your potential.
I have a range of professional experience working in a variety of settings - NHS, charity, local government, education, CAMHS, adult services both public and private, and substance use services. My personal journey and professional experiences have taught me the importance of placing clients at the centre of any therapeutic work, and how vital it is to listen and understand with empathy, patience and compassion.
You’ve Survived So Much. Now It’s Time to Heal — For Real.
There’s a point where surviving just isn’t enough anymore.
You’ve done what you had to do to get through the pain — pushed it down, talked yourself out of it, minimized it, kept going when everything inside you was saying stop. That kind of strength is real. But so is the exhaustion that comes with it.
Maybe you don’t trust people easily.
Maybe your body always feels like it’s bracing for something.
Maybe you’ve been in therapy before and felt like no one really got it. Or they were too careful, too clinical, or just… too far away.
In our work together, you can expect:
You’ve Survived So Much. Now It’s Time to Heal — For Real.
There’s a point where surviving just isn’t enough anymore.
You’ve done what you had to do to get through the pain — pushed it down, talked yourself out of it, minimized it, kept going when everything inside you was saying stop. That kind of strength is real. But so is the exhaustion that comes with it.
Maybe you don’t trust people easily.
Maybe your body always feels like it’s bracing for something.
Maybe you’ve been in therapy before and felt like no one really got it. Or they were too careful, too clinical, or just… too far away.
In our work together, you can expect:
Whether you are dealing with a specific issue or just have that feeling something isn’t right, therapy can be a powerful tool to explore your thoughts and make positive changes. There isn’t anybody that couldn’t benefit from an hour a week, dedicated to them, especially at times when life feels too much to handle on our own. My top priority as a therapist is to create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions without judgement. Being seen, believed and supported can help enormously. I also draw on embodied approaches to trauma, which means I use the body as a tool for deeper self-awareness.
Whether you are dealing with a specific issue or just have that feeling something isn’t right, therapy can be a powerful tool to explore your thoughts and make positive changes. There isn’t anybody that couldn’t benefit from an hour a week, dedicated to them, especially at times when life feels too much to handle on our own. My top priority as a therapist is to create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions without judgement. Being seen, believed and supported can help enormously. I also draw on embodied approaches to trauma, which means I use the body as a tool for deeper self-awareness.
I am a Counselling Psychologist who works with adults and young people across a broad range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety (panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder), trauma and PTSD, grief, stress and burnout, low self-esteem, substance misuse, personality disorders, emotion regulation and relationship difficulties. I have been practicing in private, voluntary and NHS secondary healthcare settings in the UK for the past ten years and am dedicated to providing compassionate and skilful psychological support to help people navigate the inevitable challenges they face in life.
I am a Counselling Psychologist who works with adults and young people across a broad range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety (panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder), trauma and PTSD, grief, stress and burnout, low self-esteem, substance misuse, personality disorders, emotion regulation and relationship difficulties. I have been practicing in private, voluntary and NHS secondary healthcare settings in the UK for the past ten years and am dedicated to providing compassionate and skilful psychological support to help people navigate the inevitable challenges they face in life.
We believe that everyone who needs to see a counsellor should be able to do so. Cost should not be the reason that you are not able to access support. Day Time Sessions (7am- 5pm) £28. Evening Sessions (5pm-8pm) £30. Whatever your reasons for seeking support, be assured you will be treated with respect and confidentiality, and given the safe space to be yourself.
We believe that everyone who needs to see a counsellor should be able to do so. Cost should not be the reason that you are not able to access support. Day Time Sessions (7am- 5pm) £28. Evening Sessions (5pm-8pm) £30. Whatever your reasons for seeking support, be assured you will be treated with respect and confidentiality, and given the safe space to be yourself.
g anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, it is my goal to help you develop lasting skills to manage difficulties and improve overall well-being.
Hello, I’m Kelly. I have been a BABCP accredited CBT therapist for 10 years, working in the South East of England. I supervised on the IAPT post grad diploma course and have worked within public, charity and private sectors. I am a senior CBT therapist within an all age eating disorder NHS service. I offer supervision to colleagues, therapy to our patients and I am working towards EMDR accreditation. The majority of my work has been with adults. However, more recently I have been using CBT with young people.
g anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, it is my goal to help you develop lasting skills to manage difficulties and improve overall well-being.
Hello, I’m Kelly. I have been a BABCP accredited CBT therapist for 10 years, working in the South East of England. I supervised on the IAPT post grad diploma course and have worked within public, charity and private sectors. I am a senior CBT therapist within an all age eating disorder NHS service. I offer supervision to colleagues, therapy to our patients and I am working towards EMDR accreditation. The majority of my work has been with adults. However, more recently I have been using CBT with young people.
I see clients with anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, bullying, gender identity, self-harm, phobias and addictions.
I can help you to unravel what is disturbing you. I work integratively, as well as with CBT and working towards your goals. I have a specialism in childhood sexual abuse and trauma and have worked in this area for over 10 years.
I see clients with anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, bullying, gender identity, self-harm, phobias and addictions.
I can help you to unravel what is disturbing you. I work integratively, as well as with CBT and working towards your goals. I have a specialism in childhood sexual abuse and trauma and have worked in this area for over 10 years.
Life can evoke a variety of emotions and struggles. I work with individuals and couples across the UK remotely. I care passionately about the needs of my clients to empower you to move forwards in your life wherever you path is currently at. Life is sometimes full of difficulties and uncertainties we can feel overwhelmed by loss, trauma, body image, addictions, relationship issues and problems in our workplace or home life to name a few. I work in a non-judgmental supportive manner helping you to explore & understand your thoughts & emotions. I have some concession rates available on a sliding scale.
Life can evoke a variety of emotions and struggles. I work with individuals and couples across the UK remotely. I care passionately about the needs of my clients to empower you to move forwards in your life wherever you path is currently at. Life is sometimes full of difficulties and uncertainties we can feel overwhelmed by loss, trauma, body image, addictions, relationship issues and problems in our workplace or home life to name a few. I work in a non-judgmental supportive manner helping you to explore & understand your thoughts & emotions. I have some concession rates available on a sliding scale.
I am an integrative counsellor specialising in eating disorders, as well as working with many other issues including self harm, anxiety, low moods, relationships, OCD & baby loss.
I strongly believe that, "a healer is someone who seeks to be the light she wishes she had in her darkest moments." I understand that taking the first steps towards counselling is not always easy. My own life has not been without struggles and my own experiences of personal counselling have helped shaped the type of counsellor I strive to be.
I am an integrative counsellor specialising in eating disorders, as well as working with many other issues including self harm, anxiety, low moods, relationships, OCD & baby loss.
I strongly believe that, "a healer is someone who seeks to be the light she wishes she had in her darkest moments." I understand that taking the first steps towards counselling is not always easy. My own life has not been without struggles and my own experiences of personal counselling have helped shaped the type of counsellor I strive to be.
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
Would you (or your child) like to talk to someone about your feelings and concerns without them talking about their own experiences, giving you their opinions or leaving you feeling they don't really understand?
This is where professional counselling can help. I know choosing a counsellor is difficult, there are many of us to choose from, but finding someone who is the 'right fit' is crucial for counselling to be effective. I appreciate that for some people it may be daunting to talk to someone who doesn't know them, and it can take time to build up trust in the counselling relationship but I will work at your pace.
Would you (or your child) like to talk to someone about your feelings and concerns without them talking about their own experiences, giving you their opinions or leaving you feeling they don't really understand?
This is where professional counselling can help. I know choosing a counsellor is difficult, there are many of us to choose from, but finding someone who is the 'right fit' is crucial for counselling to be effective. I appreciate that for some people it may be daunting to talk to someone who doesn't know them, and it can take time to build up trust in the counselling relationship but I will work at your pace.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist accredited with the BABCP (British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies). I can help you overcome; Low mood, Depression, Worry and Anxiety, Low self Esteem, Trauma, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Health and Social Anxiety and Phobia. I offer face to face or digital therapy for Adults and Young People.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist accredited with the BABCP (British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies). I can help you overcome; Low mood, Depression, Worry and Anxiety, Low self Esteem, Trauma, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Health and Social Anxiety and Phobia. I offer face to face or digital therapy for Adults and Young People.
No one listening? Had enough? Finding it difficult to express yourself?
There are times when life and relationships don't run smoothly, when we need support with time to talk and explore what is causing us to struggle. Perhaps it is anxiety or depression, maybe grief and bereavement, a life limiting illness, family issues, men's issues, relationship concerns, money worries, work and career problems, loneliness, life's transitional stages, fear about the future, of ageing and death. If you are finding it hard to deal with life's difficulties and want support, now might be just the right time to see what counselling can offer you.
No one listening? Had enough? Finding it difficult to express yourself?
There are times when life and relationships don't run smoothly, when we need support with time to talk and explore what is causing us to struggle. Perhaps it is anxiety or depression, maybe grief and bereavement, a life limiting illness, family issues, men's issues, relationship concerns, money worries, work and career problems, loneliness, life's transitional stages, fear about the future, of ageing and death. If you are finding it hard to deal with life's difficulties and want support, now might be just the right time to see what counselling can offer you.
I provide a professional, compassionate, and client-focused approach to therapy. As an integrative therapist, I tailor sessions to meet each person's individual needs, supporting them to explore and manage issues such as anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, suicidal ideation and self-harm. Client's often seek therapy to be truly listened to, to gain understanding, emotional balance, and lasting personal growth. i offer a safe and supportive space to help you achieve meaningful change and become your true authentic self.
I provide a professional, compassionate, and client-focused approach to therapy. As an integrative therapist, I tailor sessions to meet each person's individual needs, supporting them to explore and manage issues such as anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, suicidal ideation and self-harm. Client's often seek therapy to be truly listened to, to gain understanding, emotional balance, and lasting personal growth. i offer a safe and supportive space to help you achieve meaningful change and become your true authentic self.
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to make sense of stressful and emotional anguish from current or past experiences? As a counsellor, my help with you would be to explore these issues, enable you to find your answers and recognise the choices that are available to you.
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to make sense of stressful and emotional anguish from current or past experiences? As a counsellor, my help with you would be to explore these issues, enable you to find your answers and recognise the choices that are available to you.
Whether you are struggling with mental health, wanting to process your story or need support making some changes, I offer a space to explore your story and what has made you who you are today. Together, we sit compassionately with whatever pain, struggle or issue is brought, bringing awareness to how things are and what lies behind it. I see a range of clients from all walks of life, ethnicities, and beliefs.
As a Christian, I understand wanting a therapist who appreciates faith as an important aspect of your life. I specialise in incorporating what this means to you and how you would like to include it in our work together.
Whether you are struggling with mental health, wanting to process your story or need support making some changes, I offer a space to explore your story and what has made you who you are today. Together, we sit compassionately with whatever pain, struggle or issue is brought, bringing awareness to how things are and what lies behind it. I see a range of clients from all walks of life, ethnicities, and beliefs.
As a Christian, I understand wanting a therapist who appreciates faith as an important aspect of your life. I specialise in incorporating what this means to you and how you would like to include it in our work together.
I am a highly experienced counselling psychologist who really enjoys helping people. I have a great deal of empathy and compassion for the struggles we face as human beings. If you are finding life tough or feeling like you want to make changes, I would love to try and help. I like to draw on a range of approaches to help you and I highly value a good therapeutic relationship together. Within this I use interventions so that you can understand yourself better and identify ways forward. It’s important for me to discover what YOU want to be different and my ideal client is only someone who works hard in allowing me to help you.
I am a highly experienced counselling psychologist who really enjoys helping people. I have a great deal of empathy and compassion for the struggles we face as human beings. If you are finding life tough or feeling like you want to make changes, I would love to try and help. I like to draw on a range of approaches to help you and I highly value a good therapeutic relationship together. Within this I use interventions so that you can understand yourself better and identify ways forward. It’s important for me to discover what YOU want to be different and my ideal client is only someone who works hard in allowing me to help you.
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Nearby Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors Searches for Maidstone
- Aylesford
- Chatham
- Cranbrook
- Gillingham
- Gravesend
- Longfield
- Rochester
- Sevenoaks
- Sittingbourne
- Tonbridge
- Tunbridge Wells
- West Malling
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.