Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Seaham

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Beverley Ann Colman
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I’m Bev. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and when our thoughts are disorganised it can be challenging to see a clear way forward and to make positive and healthy choices. Although it is helpful talking to others, many people feel more comfortable and more able to be fully open, talking to a trained professional. I am an Integrative Person-centered Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
Hello, I’m Bev. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and when our thoughts are disorganised it can be challenging to see a clear way forward and to make positive and healthy choices. Although it is helpful talking to others, many people feel more comfortable and more able to be fully open, talking to a trained professional. I am an Integrative Person-centered Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
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Natalie Holmes
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have experience of working with autism, ADHD, abuse, anxiety, bereavement, depression, domestic violence, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, relationship issues, self-harm, stress, trauma and dissociation.
I specialise in neurodiversity and I have additional training in autism, ADHD, and neuroscience. I offer a variety of methods of counselling and coaching, including online and telephone sessions, face to face counselling in our lovely therapy room, and a walk and talk option for those who might not feel comfortable in a traditional counselling environment.
I have experience of working with autism, ADHD, abuse, anxiety, bereavement, depression, domestic violence, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, relationship issues, self-harm, stress, trauma and dissociation.
I specialise in neurodiversity and I have additional training in autism, ADHD, and neuroscience. I offer a variety of methods of counselling and coaching, including online and telephone sessions, face to face counselling in our lovely therapy room, and a walk and talk option for those who might not feel comfortable in a traditional counselling environment.
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Dr Jane Bourne
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBABCP
I am a psychotherapist, BABCP registered Cognitive Behaviour Therapist (CBT) and HCPC registered Arts therapist and. I work for the NHS and run a private practice specialising in mental health and well being. I am able to work creatively to help my clients to engage even if the talking therapies are difficult. I have a good track record with low mood and anxiety and getting my clients back on their feet and living their lives to the full.
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Whether it's Generalised Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic, Phobias, intrusive thoughts, OCD, or any other ways this may be showing up in your life.
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Tees Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
I help adults overcome trauma, coercive control, OCD and relationship difficulties.
Seeking help can feel daunting, so i aim to make therapy feel safe and straightforward. I specialise in OCD, trauma and relationship difficulties, and also support people struggling with anxiety, overthinking, low self esteem and the impact of difficult relationships - use my online diary for your first free face to face or online consultation.
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Claire Bottomley
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I have experience of working with both adults and young people who experience difficulties ranging from anxiety, panic, OCD, worry, low-mood, grief, trauma to relationship difficulties.
I believe that we are all unique and a product of our own subjective experience. I work with you to find out what you would like to achieve from your therapy and tailor the sessions accordingly. I take an integrative approach which means I incorporate elements of different therapies such as EMDR, CBT, psychodynamic therapy on Person-Centred Base.
I have experience of working with both adults and young people who experience difficulties ranging from anxiety, panic, OCD, worry, low-mood, grief, trauma to relationship difficulties.
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Sharon Temple
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Counsellor, HICBT & EMDR therapist Hi im Sharon. I offer a warm non-judgemental space where you can explore and express what's troubling you. Sometimes you might become stuck and not really know why or how to change your situation. At other times you might be looking for someone to provide support because of something specific.
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James Blacklock
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Feeling trapped by anxiety, OCD, past trauma, or constant health worries?
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Fiona Grant
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
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Daniela Zigova
Psychotherapist, MSc
Online Only
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I primarily provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for various conditions, such as anxiety, OCD, depression, low self esteem or PTSD.
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James Bowness Clarke
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
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Sean Mellor
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
As a dedicated CBT and EMDR therapist, I am committed to helping my clients. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I work collaboratively with clients to empower them to create positive change in their lives. I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health difficulties. By teaching clients effective coping strategies and skills, I empower them to manage their emotions and behaviours in a healthier way.
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Michelle Whiting
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
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Dr Christine Price
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
These include: anxiety and panic; depression; intrusive thoughts, obsessive compulsive disorder; adjustment to life transitions; coping with chronic illness; relationship issues; bereavement and loss; emotional regulation, self-esteem issues as well as others.
Because of my experience in the field I can assess your difficulties quickly and comprehensively. Latterly I have added expertise in treating O.C.D. and Intrusive Thoughts to my skill set but I can still work to a broad remit, able to draw on my years of experience working in the N.H.S. and in Private Practice.
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Dr Jenny Paton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I am an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist in both the NHS and private practice. My approach is all about helping you to understand and improve your mental health . The sessions will be structured and focused toward understanding why you feel the way you do (your own mental health blueprint), how to recognise unhelpful patterns or triggers in everyday life and successful skills to self regulate. You will be equipped, not only to understand why you feel the way you do, but also how to work toward healthier ways of managing your mental health.
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Dr Joanne Dixon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
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I'm Jo, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, CAT Practitioner and Supervisor. Lots of people struggle with their mental health at times and feel like they're not enough. Maybe you have a hard time liking yourself, find it hard to get your voice heard and feel like giving up trying or feel like it's only you struggling? We all have lots of messy feelings and I help people make sense of these. I love working alongside people to develop an understanding of what's gone on and how to make changes. I am experienced in been working with people with worry, mood, difficult relationship patterns, trauma and the effects these have on a person.
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Nicola Hymers
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Hi, I'm Nicola, an integrative counsellor, providing online and telephone counselling. I offer a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I have experience of working with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, as well as grief, loss and bereavement. My approach is adaptable and shaped to fit your individual needs and situation, allowing us to collaboratively find a way forward that works for you.
Hi, I'm Nicola, an integrative counsellor, providing online and telephone counselling. I offer a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I have experience of working with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, as well as grief, loss and bereavement. My approach is adaptable and shaped to fit your individual needs and situation, allowing us to collaboratively find a way forward that works for you.
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Kate O'Leary
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
You’re holding it all together, but only just. Maybe you’ve had a panic attack in the toilet at work. Maybe you’ve asked ChatGPT to help untangle your brain. You feel everything so deeply. The tiniest thing tips you over. Everyone’s got an opinion about what you should do, but you don’t even know who you are anymore. Maybe you've been carrying things alone for a while and masking how hard it’s been just to get through the day. You might feel like you're "too much" and still feel "not good enough". You're not broken. You’ve been thinking about therapy. Now you’re here, wondering if anyone will really get it.
You’re holding it all together, but only just. Maybe you’ve had a panic attack in the toilet at work. Maybe you’ve asked ChatGPT to help untangle your brain. You feel everything so deeply. The tiniest thing tips you over. Everyone’s got an opinion about what you should do, but you don’t even know who you are anymore. Maybe you've been carrying things alone for a while and masking how hard it’s been just to get through the day. You might feel like you're "too much" and still feel "not good enough". You're not broken. You’ve been thinking about therapy. Now you’re here, wondering if anyone will really get it.
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Artvia Therapy
Counsellor, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Hello, my name is Nasima Begum. I am a qualified art psychotherapist and the founder of Artvia Therapy.
Hello, my name is Nasima Begum. I am a qualified art psychotherapist and the founder of Artvia Therapy.
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Anna McCall
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Anxiety and OCD use a combination of treatments.
I'm Anna, and I live and work in the North East of England. I help people who want a place where they feel supported to talk about the complexities of being human. That might mean you are experiencing intrusive thoughts, feel overwhelmed, are going through difficult transitions, are stuck in patterns, are burnt out, have lost someone or something and don't know how to move forward. It all counts.
Anxiety and OCD use a combination of treatments.
I'm Anna, and I live and work in the North East of England. I help people who want a place where they feel supported to talk about the complexities of being human. That might mean you are experiencing intrusive thoughts, feel overwhelmed, are going through difficult transitions, are stuck in patterns, are burnt out, have lost someone or something and don't know how to move forward. It all counts.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.

What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.

Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.

Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.