Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Pangbourne

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Kayleigh Rainbird
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I use a holistic approach to helping children to heal by supporting both parents and their children . Through my work I have noticed that children with low confidence and low self-esteem can express this through becoming withdrawn and avoidant or becoming angry and controlling. I offer play therapy and parent-child attachment play. I also offer reiki energy healing for both adults and children. My holistic approach treats the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being.
I use a holistic approach to helping children to heal by supporting both parents and their children . Through my work I have noticed that children with low confidence and low self-esteem can express this through becoming withdrawn and avoidant or becoming angry and controlling. I offer play therapy and parent-child attachment play. I also offer reiki energy healing for both adults and children. My holistic approach treats the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being.
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Emma Bengough
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Emma and I offer a compassionate and containing space for us to explore what it is that has brought you into therapy and how we can understand what is needed for you to have the full life experiencer that you desire. I offer an eclectic approach to therapy, depending on the needs you are coming for and the age, circumstance and appropriateness of how we will work together. I believe the relationship we hold is at the centre of the healing process and so I will be focused on what that needs to be for you and how that needs to be developed with others too.
Hi, I’m Emma and I offer a compassionate and containing space for us to explore what it is that has brought you into therapy and how we can understand what is needed for you to have the full life experiencer that you desire. I offer an eclectic approach to therapy, depending on the needs you are coming for and the age, circumstance and appropriateness of how we will work together. I believe the relationship we hold is at the centre of the healing process and so I will be focused on what that needs to be for you and how that needs to be developed with others too.
023 8235 4895 View 023 8235 4895
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Helen Santa Maria
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
Most people find themselves in emotional distress at some point in their lives. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, trauma, stress, anger, identity issues or maybe you can't put your struggles into words. You may have suffered a major life event or loss which has left you unable to feel you can cope. Or perhaps you have had an underlying feeling for many years that something isn’t quite right and you would like to explore your internal world in its own right.
Most people find themselves in emotional distress at some point in their lives. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, trauma, stress, anger, identity issues or maybe you can't put your struggles into words. You may have suffered a major life event or loss which has left you unable to feel you can cope. Or perhaps you have had an underlying feeling for many years that something isn’t quite right and you would like to explore your internal world in its own right.
0118 230 2842 View 0118 230 2842
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Ms Ellie Ewbank (Ewbank Psychotherapy)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
At Ewbank Psychotherapy, we offer evidence-based psychotherapy for a range of mental health difficulties, including Depression, Anxiety disorders (such as panic, OCD, generalised anxiety, and more), self-harm, low self-esteem, and long-term health conditions.
We have a passion for person-centred care and are experienced in working with a wide variety of clients and presenting difficulties. We take an integrative approach and enjoy complimenting CBT with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focussed Therapy (CFT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Skills (DBT) to suit your clinical needs and aims.
At Ewbank Psychotherapy, we offer evidence-based psychotherapy for a range of mental health difficulties, including Depression, Anxiety disorders (such as panic, OCD, generalised anxiety, and more), self-harm, low self-esteem, and long-term health conditions.
We have a passion for person-centred care and are experienced in working with a wide variety of clients and presenting difficulties. We take an integrative approach and enjoy complimenting CBT with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focussed Therapy (CFT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Skills (DBT) to suit your clinical needs and aims.
0118 230 2061 View 0118 230 2061
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Kam Gillar
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Is there something in your life you want to change? Do you feel lost, unable to get on with your life? Are you looking to conquer a fear, break a habit, make a change in your life or simply want to manage the stresses of everyday living. Take a look at my website and make the first step in creating the positive changes you want in your life. Given the current COVID - 19 situation and also our busy lives and hectic schedules I offer confidential online therapy using Skype or Zoom. I am also seeing clients face to face both in my Reading and London locations.
Is there something in your life you want to change? Do you feel lost, unable to get on with your life? Are you looking to conquer a fear, break a habit, make a change in your life or simply want to manage the stresses of everyday living. Take a look at my website and make the first step in creating the positive changes you want in your life. Given the current COVID - 19 situation and also our busy lives and hectic schedules I offer confidential online therapy using Skype or Zoom. I am also seeing clients face to face both in my Reading and London locations.
0118 214 8648 View 0118 214 8648
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Fi Warren-Smith
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, and finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is essential. I offer a warm, safe, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Whether you’re navigating challenges or seeking deeper self-understanding, I am here to support you as you explore your inner world. I’m here to walk with you, not tell you where to go.
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, and finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is essential. I offer a warm, safe, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Whether you’re navigating challenges or seeking deeper self-understanding, I am here to support you as you explore your inner world. I’m here to walk with you, not tell you where to go.
020 4572 5307 View 020 4572 5307

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Dr Constantina Markides
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Dr Constantina Markides is a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with adults and children with a range of mental health difficulties, such as severe OCD, low self-esteem, low mood and anxiety and body image concerns.
Dr Markides specialises in integrating therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Systemic, Narrative, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Brief Solution Focused Therapy.
Dr Constantina Markides is a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with adults and children with a range of mental health difficulties, such as severe OCD, low self-esteem, low mood and anxiety and body image concerns.
Dr Markides specialises in integrating therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Systemic, Narrative, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Brief Solution Focused Therapy.
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Andrea Guida
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Reading RG1
I also work with OCD, attachment issues, social anxiety, school- based difficulties, and low self-esteem.
Are you a parent of a young person who is feeling anxious, withdrawn or depressed? Is your child experiencing panic attacks, refusing to go to school or avoiding social situations? And you – are you experiencing stress, sleeping problems, constant worrying, feeling overwhelmed? We live in challenging times in which our mental health has suffered. As an experienced therapist I understand these difficulties and how it impairs your quality of life. I appreciate your effort to look for help. I know that those difficulties can be transformed into self-discovery and personal growth, with motivation and appropriate guidance
I also work with OCD, attachment issues, social anxiety, school- based difficulties, and low self-esteem.
Are you a parent of a young person who is feeling anxious, withdrawn or depressed? Is your child experiencing panic attacks, refusing to go to school or avoiding social situations? And you – are you experiencing stress, sleeping problems, constant worrying, feeling overwhelmed? We live in challenging times in which our mental health has suffered. As an experienced therapist I understand these difficulties and how it impairs your quality of life. I appreciate your effort to look for help. I know that those difficulties can be transformed into self-discovery and personal growth, with motivation and appropriate guidance
0118 230 9338 View 0118 230 9338
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Munya Chigwada
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Reading RG1
I provide treatment for common problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma/post-traumatic stress (PTSD) and obsessions/ compulsions ( OCD).
It can be both bewildering and overwhelming to choose the right therapist to help you make the most progress in therapy. Having a good fit with your therapist can help you feel more at ease and find it easier to open up about your thoughts and feelings to address your problems in new ways. I offer a warm and friendly professional attitude towards all of my clients. As it can be a bit nerve wracking if not daunting to meet your therapist for the first time, I try and think of how I would like to be treated myself if coming to therapy, and what would me to start to build a relationship and trust my therapist.
I provide treatment for common problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma/post-traumatic stress (PTSD) and obsessions/ compulsions ( OCD).
It can be both bewildering and overwhelming to choose the right therapist to help you make the most progress in therapy. Having a good fit with your therapist can help you feel more at ease and find it easier to open up about your thoughts and feelings to address your problems in new ways. I offer a warm and friendly professional attitude towards all of my clients. As it can be a bit nerve wracking if not daunting to meet your therapist for the first time, I try and think of how I would like to be treated myself if coming to therapy, and what would me to start to build a relationship and trust my therapist.
0118 230 2369 View 0118 230 2369
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Claire Vickers
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Oxford OX2
I also have a lot of experience in working with the distressing symptoms of OCD ( Obsessive Compulsive Disorder).
As well as academic training in CBT, I have specialist training in a flexible framework developed by Dr David Burns, a key early developer of CBT, called TEAM-CBT. I have also trained in specialist strategies for OCD. These include Inference-Based CBT and Rumination-Focused ERP which can often greatly enhance more common OCD strategies.
I also have a lot of experience in working with the distressing symptoms of OCD ( Obsessive Compulsive Disorder).
As well as academic training in CBT, I have specialist training in a flexible framework developed by Dr David Burns, a key early developer of CBT, called TEAM-CBT. I have also trained in specialist strategies for OCD. These include Inference-Based CBT and Rumination-Focused ERP which can often greatly enhance more common OCD strategies.
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Vicky Bird
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have extensive experience of working with anxiety disorders, emotion regulation and in particular OCD.
Therapy provides an opportunity to learn about you, to consider direction, find meaning, in a way that isn’t always possible with friends or family. I can help with recent or long standing problems, I'm an integrative therapist, meaning i use various techniques (tailor made to help you). Do contact me to find out more, or to arrange a brief discussion.
I have extensive experience of working with anxiety disorders, emotion regulation and in particular OCD.
Therapy provides an opportunity to learn about you, to consider direction, find meaning, in a way that isn’t always possible with friends or family. I can help with recent or long standing problems, I'm an integrative therapist, meaning i use various techniques (tailor made to help you). Do contact me to find out more, or to arrange a brief discussion.
01489 662956 View 01489 662956
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Grant Roberts
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello, I am an integrative psychotherapist & counsellor specialising in body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, and chronic and terminal illness.
My expertise as a psychotherapist caters to clients dealing with body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic and terminal illnesses, OCD & IBS. My dedication emotional & physical well-being, holistic guidance, and fostering growth makes me an ideal choice for those seeking help in personal and professional aspects.
Hello, I am an integrative psychotherapist & counsellor specialising in body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, and chronic and terminal illness.
My expertise as a psychotherapist caters to clients dealing with body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic and terminal illnesses, OCD & IBS. My dedication emotional & physical well-being, holistic guidance, and fostering growth makes me an ideal choice for those seeking help in personal and professional aspects.
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Cathryn Bullimore
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Reading RG4
I specialise in all types of anxiety, especially Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) I also have a lot of experience with phobias, social anxiety and low self esteem.
I have a lot of experience with Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) I treat both using techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. With OCD, I also use Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) as another key way to break anxiety's hold.
I specialise in all types of anxiety, especially Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) I also have a lot of experience with phobias, social anxiety and low self esteem.
I have a lot of experience with Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) I treat both using techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. With OCD, I also use Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) as another key way to break anxiety's hold.
0118 230 8214 View 0118 230 8214
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Dr Emilia Szmigielska
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
I can help with various difficulties such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, addictions, low self-esteem, ADHD, narcissistic abuse, panic attacks, OCD, trauma, bereavement, PTSD, anger management, social anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, disordered eating, body image, body appreciation, parenthood, abortion, career change, lack of motivation and many others.
Trauma-Focused CBT, Feminist Therapy, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Systemic Therapy, Positive Psychology and Coaching. In our first session we would discuss your history and current difficulties, then decide on the best way to work together. I show great care and warmth towards my clients and together we
I can help with various difficulties such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, addictions, low self-esteem, ADHD, narcissistic abuse, panic attacks, OCD, trauma, bereavement, PTSD, anger management, social anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, disordered eating, body image, body appreciation, parenthood, abortion, career change, lack of motivation and many others.
Trauma-Focused CBT, Feminist Therapy, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Systemic Therapy, Positive Psychology and Coaching. In our first session we would discuss your history and current difficulties, then decide on the best way to work together. I show great care and warmth towards my clients and together we
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Krishna Chauhan
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Hi, I’m Krishna, and I’m so glad you’re here. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a powerful act of self-care. As an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, I’m dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges, break free from unhelpful patterns, and build a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and true to you. CBT is an effective, evidence-based approach that helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It’s not just about talking—it’s about learning, practicing, and growing.
Hi, I’m Krishna, and I’m so glad you’re here. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a powerful act of self-care. As an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, I’m dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges, break free from unhelpful patterns, and build a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and true to you. CBT is an effective, evidence-based approach that helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It’s not just about talking—it’s about learning, practicing, and growing.
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Catherine Richardson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Phobias, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disotder, Health Anxiety and many others.
I work using a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) approaches. I believe that this offers you the best of both worlds. You may feel your life has lost meaning and this can lead to depression, stress or anxiety. This can sometimes be due to unhelpful or negative thinking (cognitive) patterns and together we can work on these. Talking to a professional counsellor can help you process those feelings and move towards a more contented life. I will not judge you and I will always work at your pace. I offer a careful balance of support and gentle challenge.
Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Phobias, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disotder, Health Anxiety and many others.
I work using a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) approaches. I believe that this offers you the best of both worlds. You may feel your life has lost meaning and this can lead to depression, stress or anxiety. This can sometimes be due to unhelpful or negative thinking (cognitive) patterns and together we can work on these. Talking to a professional counsellor can help you process those feelings and move towards a more contented life. I will not judge you and I will always work at your pace. I offer a careful balance of support and gentle challenge.
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Anna P Johnson
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
Firstly I want you to know that I love my job! I consider it a privilege to work with people, who are open minded enough to recognise that together, we can find tools to help improve their lives and get to the root of troubling issues, I have 15 years experience in a listening and counselling role.
Firstly I want you to know that I love my job! I consider it a privilege to work with people, who are open minded enough to recognise that together, we can find tools to help improve their lives and get to the root of troubling issues, I have 15 years experience in a listening and counselling role.
01761 258890 View 01761 258890
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The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Farnham GU9
Hello, we are the Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy.
We are integrative at our core. Which means we often integrate two or more therapies to meet the needs of the individual. Each of our therapists come with a wealth of training in different therapies, however the foundation of what we do is exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Hello, we are the Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy.
We are integrative at our core. Which means we often integrate two or more therapies to meet the needs of the individual. Each of our therapists come with a wealth of training in different therapies, however the foundation of what we do is exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
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Thrive Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Online Only
Alongside my Master's in the Psychodynamic model, I also hold additional qualifications in CBT, REBT, OCD Awareness (Diploma), Complex Trauma Training, and Level 3 Play Therapy.
Hi, I’m Jodi. I’m a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist blending CBT, REBT, Art Therapy, neuroscience, and trauma-informed practice. I focus on why therapy can sometimes feel frustrating, pointless, or even absurd—like being asked “How does that make you feel?” for the hundredth time, being told to focus on your breathing when all you want to do is facepalm, or hearing “Name five things you can see” and wondering if screaming at your therapist is actually an acceptable response. The truth is, until you understand what’s really happening in your brain and body—and why certain strategies could help—most techniques just don’t stick.
Alongside my Master's in the Psychodynamic model, I also hold additional qualifications in CBT, REBT, OCD Awareness (Diploma), Complex Trauma Training, and Level 3 Play Therapy.
Hi, I’m Jodi. I’m a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist blending CBT, REBT, Art Therapy, neuroscience, and trauma-informed practice. I focus on why therapy can sometimes feel frustrating, pointless, or even absurd—like being asked “How does that make you feel?” for the hundredth time, being told to focus on your breathing when all you want to do is facepalm, or hearing “Name five things you can see” and wondering if screaming at your therapist is actually an acceptable response. The truth is, until you understand what’s really happening in your brain and body—and why certain strategies could help—most techniques just don’t stick.
01753 924115 View 01753 924115
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Susan Webb
Psychologist, PsychD, AFBPSsS
Woking GU21
I am highly skilled in CBT and I specialise in the areas of chronic pain and OCD.
Have you been struggling with something which is interfering with you being able to get on with your usual things? Maybe you have been feeling down more than usual, or feeling very anxious and tired for a long time. Changes in your ability to sleep, eat or concentrate for a while could mean that you are depressed, or that anxiety is overwhelming you and stopping you from functioning properly. Life events such as illness, bereavement, divorce, trauma or even great events like becoming a parent or grandparent can create changes that are hard to cope with. If so, a therapist can help you to get back on your feet again.
I am highly skilled in CBT and I specialise in the areas of chronic pain and OCD.
Have you been struggling with something which is interfering with you being able to get on with your usual things? Maybe you have been feeling down more than usual, or feeling very anxious and tired for a long time. Changes in your ability to sleep, eat or concentrate for a while could mean that you are depressed, or that anxiety is overwhelming you and stopping you from functioning properly. Life events such as illness, bereavement, divorce, trauma or even great events like becoming a parent or grandparent can create changes that are hard to cope with. If so, a therapist can help you to get back on your feet again.
01483 694445 View 01483 694445
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.