Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Southam

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Rachel Rutherford
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Southam CV47
This could be trauma, depression, OCD, panic attacks, anxiety, phobias, or just feeling that you lack direction and need help finding your spark again.
Whether you're struggling with executive dysfunction, low self esteem, low mood, anxiety disorders, orsimply feeling stuck, I can help by offering practical strategies to help you move forward, as well as giving you the space and time to fully explore your experiences. My role is to support and empower you to build confidence, motivation, and clarity in life. I am a registered CBT therapist with an occupational therapy background. I have been supporting people in social care and mental health roles since 2008. My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and focused on real change.
This could be trauma, depression, OCD, panic attacks, anxiety, phobias, or just feeling that you lack direction and need help finding your spark again.
Whether you're struggling with executive dysfunction, low self esteem, low mood, anxiety disorders, orsimply feeling stuck, I can help by offering practical strategies to help you move forward, as well as giving you the space and time to fully explore your experiences. My role is to support and empower you to build confidence, motivation, and clarity in life. I am a registered CBT therapist with an occupational therapy background. I have been supporting people in social care and mental health roles since 2008. My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and focused on real change.
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Rupinder Sandhu
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, my name is Rimpy Sandhu. I have been working as a volunteer as well as in my private practice as a counsellor and psychotherapist for 13 years . I know it can be very scary and difficult to talk about your issues, revisit those painful memories. Sometimes it’s hard to recognise and express your own feelings. I offer a professional, supportive, confidential, non judgmental and ethical therapy in order to help with your presenting issues. Counselling helps you to understand yourself and to find coping strategies to deal with the day to day difficulties you might be facing.
Hi, my name is Rimpy Sandhu. I have been working as a volunteer as well as in my private practice as a counsellor and psychotherapist for 13 years . I know it can be very scary and difficult to talk about your issues, revisit those painful memories. Sometimes it’s hard to recognise and express your own feelings. I offer a professional, supportive, confidential, non judgmental and ethical therapy in order to help with your presenting issues. Counselling helps you to understand yourself and to find coping strategies to deal with the day to day difficulties you might be facing.
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Lauren Sidhu
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Counselling can provide a space to slow down, reflect, and begin to understand what’s happening beneath the surface—in a way that respects your pace. I support healing from difficult thoughts and emotions, exploring the deeper roots of what you’re experiencing, and building practical tools to care for your wellbeing beyond counselling. My approach is holistic, integrative, and tailored to you, with the goal of creating sustainable wellbeing. I work with adults, young people, and couples. If you’re unsure about counselling, an initial session offers an opportunity to explore whether this feels like the right fit for you.
Counselling can provide a space to slow down, reflect, and begin to understand what’s happening beneath the surface—in a way that respects your pace. I support healing from difficult thoughts and emotions, exploring the deeper roots of what you’re experiencing, and building practical tools to care for your wellbeing beyond counselling. My approach is holistic, integrative, and tailored to you, with the goal of creating sustainable wellbeing. I work with adults, young people, and couples. If you’re unsure about counselling, an initial session offers an opportunity to explore whether this feels like the right fit for you.
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Susannah Newell
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello. As an experienced psychotherapist, I can help you manage current life challenges like sudden changes or losses; anxiety; relationship issues; bereavement; loneliness; parenthood; depression or past experiences intruding on your present. Sometimes clients come with a more general sense of unfulfilment or want to know themselves better. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to share your load, rather than carrying it alone. Psychotherapy offers vital connection, support and opportunity to work things through with an empathic, trained professional totally unconnected to your life.
Hello. As an experienced psychotherapist, I can help you manage current life challenges like sudden changes or losses; anxiety; relationship issues; bereavement; loneliness; parenthood; depression or past experiences intruding on your present. Sometimes clients come with a more general sense of unfulfilment or want to know themselves better. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to share your load, rather than carrying it alone. Psychotherapy offers vital connection, support and opportunity to work things through with an empathic, trained professional totally unconnected to your life.
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Inspire To Achieve
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As an experienced qualified counsellor, I am passionate about establishing a professional therapeutic relationship. I feel this connection enables us to build trust and work collaboratively to explore the difficulties you may be experiencing. A fundamental component of my work is to support clients to find inner peace and balance in life. Also to explore your current situation, find acceptance and bring about meaningful change. Through a process of growth, self-awareness and self-discovery together we can achieve your goals.
As an experienced qualified counsellor, I am passionate about establishing a professional therapeutic relationship. I feel this connection enables us to build trust and work collaboratively to explore the difficulties you may be experiencing. A fundamental component of my work is to support clients to find inner peace and balance in life. Also to explore your current situation, find acceptance and bring about meaningful change. Through a process of growth, self-awareness and self-discovery together we can achieve your goals.
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Katie Brazier
Counsellor, COSRT Accred
Serves Area
I work 1:1 with adults and specialise in anxiety, stress, compulsions, addictions, and emotional overwhelm.
You’re successful on the outside but overwhelmed inside. Anxiety, overthinking, or compulsive habits are draining your confidence and affecting your relationships, focus, sleep, or wellbeing. You want clarity, emotional balance, and the ability to feel in control again—without turning your life upside down or stepping away from everything you’ve built. You want to actually enjoy the life you’ve worked so hard for.
I work 1:1 with adults and specialise in anxiety, stress, compulsions, addictions, and emotional overwhelm.
You’re successful on the outside but overwhelmed inside. Anxiety, overthinking, or compulsive habits are draining your confidence and affecting your relationships, focus, sleep, or wellbeing. You want clarity, emotional balance, and the ability to feel in control again—without turning your life upside down or stepping away from everything you’ve built. You want to actually enjoy the life you’ve worked so hard for.
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Melanie Frost
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Seeking support can be a daunting prospect but so is living a life full of anxiety and overwhelm. I work in a sensitive and compassionate manner, offering a safe therapeutic space, free from judgement for you to explore life's difficulties at a pace which best suits you. Together we will make sense of what you are thinking and feeling, increasing your capacity to sit with distress, how to heal, move forward and make positive change to live a more fulfilled life. I am very happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
Seeking support can be a daunting prospect but so is living a life full of anxiety and overwhelm. I work in a sensitive and compassionate manner, offering a safe therapeutic space, free from judgement for you to explore life's difficulties at a pace which best suits you. Together we will make sense of what you are thinking and feeling, increasing your capacity to sit with distress, how to heal, move forward and make positive change to live a more fulfilled life. I am very happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Dannielle Simon
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a personable and experienced Psychotherapist dedicated to working with people experiencing a range of psychological difficulties including & not limited to anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, chronic pain difficulties, stress and low self-esteem .
Our difficulties can get in the way of us experiencing joy in the present moment & prevent us from living life according to what really matters. Together, we can work through these blockages, exploring held beliefs & finding new approaches to address unhelpful behavioural patterns in order to make room for more of the important and meaning aspects of life.
I am a personable and experienced Psychotherapist dedicated to working with people experiencing a range of psychological difficulties including & not limited to anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, chronic pain difficulties, stress and low self-esteem .
Our difficulties can get in the way of us experiencing joy in the present moment & prevent us from living life according to what really matters. Together, we can work through these blockages, exploring held beliefs & finding new approaches to address unhelpful behavioural patterns in order to make room for more of the important and meaning aspects of life.
0121 661 7909 View 0121 661 7909
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Lenna Lanza CBT
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am experienced in working with individuals with difficulties including, Depression, Anxiety (General, Social, Health), Panic, OCD, Hair pulling, skin Picking Disorders.
Welcome, my name is Lenna. Is now the time to make a step to tackle upsetting & distressing problems, 2026 could be your year for change. I am an Accredited Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), Mental Health Nurse, CBT supervisor, & Mindful Based Cognitive Therapist trainee. I work online with clients nation wide & in Europe. I create a supportive, comfortable, safe, confidential, therapeutic space to help you explore & understand your challenges. We can work together to achieve your health and wellbeing goals. CBT will help you to develop skills & tools that are tailored to you & your lifestyle for you use in the years to come.
I am experienced in working with individuals with difficulties including, Depression, Anxiety (General, Social, Health), Panic, OCD, Hair pulling, skin Picking Disorders.
Welcome, my name is Lenna. Is now the time to make a step to tackle upsetting & distressing problems, 2026 could be your year for change. I am an Accredited Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), Mental Health Nurse, CBT supervisor, & Mindful Based Cognitive Therapist trainee. I work online with clients nation wide & in Europe. I create a supportive, comfortable, safe, confidential, therapeutic space to help you explore & understand your challenges. We can work together to achieve your health and wellbeing goals. CBT will help you to develop skills & tools that are tailored to you & your lifestyle for you use in the years to come.
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Pierpaolo Paparo
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
While I enjoy working with clients facing a wide range of difficulties, I have a particular interest in anxiety, OCD and trauma
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. ​Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
While I enjoy working with clients facing a wide range of difficulties, I have a particular interest in anxiety, OCD and trauma
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. ​Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
020 3667 5118 View 020 3667 5118
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Fiyaz Mughal Obe
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
020 8176 6785 View 020 8176 6785
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Rathika Thivakan
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
My specialist areas are ADHD, OCD, Social anxiety, Health anxiety and PTSD.
Finding it hard to settle into college/university, a new job, life as a new parent or life in a new place? Do thoughts like “Am I good enough?, I can’t do this” follow you everywhere? Are painful past experiences or constant worries about things going wrong keeping you awake at night? If so, you’re not alone. I help people uncover what’s keeping these difficulties going and teach evidence-based skills and techniques to break free from the cycle. This stage of life may feel overwhelming, but it can also be transformative. Together, we’ll work on releasing what no longer serves you and uncovering a healthier, more resilient you.
My specialist areas are ADHD, OCD, Social anxiety, Health anxiety and PTSD.
Finding it hard to settle into college/university, a new job, life as a new parent or life in a new place? Do thoughts like “Am I good enough?, I can’t do this” follow you everywhere? Are painful past experiences or constant worries about things going wrong keeping you awake at night? If so, you’re not alone. I help people uncover what’s keeping these difficulties going and teach evidence-based skills and techniques to break free from the cycle. This stage of life may feel overwhelming, but it can also be transformative. Together, we’ll work on releasing what no longer serves you and uncovering a healthier, more resilient you.
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Perry Devlin
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
My aim is to help you find relief from difficulties you may be experiencing by guiding you to have a better understanding of yourself and your unique experiences. I pride myself in offering a compassionate and holistic approach to providing advice and support for all aspects of life from a biopsychosocial perspective. I have a keen interest in looking at how the body and mind work as one and how we can better understand this to improve our overall wellbeing. I have a proven track record working with both childhood and adult trauma, whether this be military, uniformed or civilian.
My aim is to help you find relief from difficulties you may be experiencing by guiding you to have a better understanding of yourself and your unique experiences. I pride myself in offering a compassionate and holistic approach to providing advice and support for all aspects of life from a biopsychosocial perspective. I have a keen interest in looking at how the body and mind work as one and how we can better understand this to improve our overall wellbeing. I have a proven track record working with both childhood and adult trauma, whether this be military, uniformed or civilian.
01604 279854 View 01604 279854
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Sarah Jane Steventon
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Warwick CV34
This unique style of working offers one of most effective methods of therapy available today and works to treat anxiety conditions, such as Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Panic Attacks, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Phobic Response Patterns (Phobias)
Sarah Steventon is a Psychotherapist and the founder of Warwickshire Specialist Anxiety Centre. Sarah is a specialist in psychopathology, and is one of the UK's leading experts in anxiety disorders. This style of working isn’t about giving advice or talking things through – this is about creating fast and effective change, utilising the brain's ability to rewire itself, known at neuroplasticity, to achieve the desired change. Due to the enormous amount of enquiries Sarah receives, she is not able to return all calls. If you wish to book in or enquire about therapy please use the contact form on her website www.sarahsteventon.com
This unique style of working offers one of most effective methods of therapy available today and works to treat anxiety conditions, such as Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Panic Attacks, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Phobic Response Patterns (Phobias)
Sarah Steventon is a Psychotherapist and the founder of Warwickshire Specialist Anxiety Centre. Sarah is a specialist in psychopathology, and is one of the UK's leading experts in anxiety disorders. This style of working isn’t about giving advice or talking things through – this is about creating fast and effective change, utilising the brain's ability to rewire itself, known at neuroplasticity, to achieve the desired change. Due to the enormous amount of enquiries Sarah receives, she is not able to return all calls. If you wish to book in or enquire about therapy please use the contact form on her website www.sarahsteventon.com
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Victoria Catt
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
These include worry, depression, panic attacks, Obsessive Compulsive disorder, general anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, Post traumatic stress, Low self esteem and confidence.....
I have a broad range of experience, however specialist experience and skills in working with children and adolescents, with people with neurodevelopmental needs, people experiencing Obsessive Compulsive symptoms and those effected by post traumatic stress. More information regarding my experience can be found at my website vickycatt.com
These include worry, depression, panic attacks, Obsessive Compulsive disorder, general anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, Post traumatic stress, Low self esteem and confidence.....
I have a broad range of experience, however specialist experience and skills in working with children and adolescents, with people with neurodevelopmental needs, people experiencing Obsessive Compulsive symptoms and those effected by post traumatic stress. More information regarding my experience can be found at my website vickycatt.com
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Vicki Jones
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Vicki can help you overcome your anxiety, depression, OCD and other psychological disorders, providing you with the tools you need to live a life of richer fulfillment.
Vicki has experience with treating a wide range of psychological conditions and her qualifications mean she is suitably qualified to address many different types of issues. Her techniques have been proven to be effective, allowing the client to overcome their psychological concerns, relieve stress and anxiety, while allowing for a life of greater fulfillment. A full assessment is initially carried out and a diagnosis will be offered along with an appropriate treatment intervention plan.
Vicki can help you overcome your anxiety, depression, OCD and other psychological disorders, providing you with the tools you need to live a life of richer fulfillment.
Vicki has experience with treating a wide range of psychological conditions and her qualifications mean she is suitably qualified to address many different types of issues. Her techniques have been proven to be effective, allowing the client to overcome their psychological concerns, relieve stress and anxiety, while allowing for a life of greater fulfillment. A full assessment is initially carried out and a diagnosis will be offered along with an appropriate treatment intervention plan.
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Jade Officer
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I have extensive experience in treating a wide range of conditions including Anxiety; Depression; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; Eating Disorders and Bereavement.
During my time as a therapist, I have worked with both individuals and Groups and supported them through the therapeutic process. For me, there is nothing more satisfying than helping to facilitate the progress of an individual and watching them rise and flourish from what can sometimes be a very dark place. My ethos is to promote better mental health.
I have extensive experience in treating a wide range of conditions including Anxiety; Depression; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; Eating Disorders and Bereavement.
During my time as a therapist, I have worked with both individuals and Groups and supported them through the therapeutic process. For me, there is nothing more satisfying than helping to facilitate the progress of an individual and watching them rise and flourish from what can sometimes be a very dark place. My ethos is to promote better mental health.
01453 708213 View 01453 708213
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Andrew Higginbottom
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello and welcome, I’m Andrew. I know how daunting it can be to seek help and so creating a safe and secure space for us to work within a non-judgemental, confidential environment is my primary goal. I strive to tailor the counselling sessions for you as an individual and hence I view our time together as a collaboration in creating a strong working alliance. I also believe that having completed a Masters in Psychological Sciences enables me to bring a greater depth and understanding to the sessions, within a therapeutic framework. I enjoy bringing psycho-education to sessions for greater understanding.
Hello and welcome, I’m Andrew. I know how daunting it can be to seek help and so creating a safe and secure space for us to work within a non-judgemental, confidential environment is my primary goal. I strive to tailor the counselling sessions for you as an individual and hence I view our time together as a collaboration in creating a strong working alliance. I also believe that having completed a Masters in Psychological Sciences enables me to bring a greater depth and understanding to the sessions, within a therapeutic framework. I enjoy bringing psycho-education to sessions for greater understanding.
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Ahmed Joe Lamrani
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Are you anxious, depressed, feeling stressed or issues getting you down? Sometimes life can be overwhelming and with no one to turn to. Life experiences may bring feelings of anger, fear or pain and by talking and understanding your individual situation together we can begin to make sense of it. Counselling can help you to deal with and recognise stress, anxiety, anger and any other emotions you may be experiencing. Having a safe place where you can just be yourself, express your feelings and emotions without having to feel you are burdening your loved ones can make all the difference.
Are you anxious, depressed, feeling stressed or issues getting you down? Sometimes life can be overwhelming and with no one to turn to. Life experiences may bring feelings of anger, fear or pain and by talking and understanding your individual situation together we can begin to make sense of it. Counselling can help you to deal with and recognise stress, anxiety, anger and any other emotions you may be experiencing. Having a safe place where you can just be yourself, express your feelings and emotions without having to feel you are burdening your loved ones can make all the difference.
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Photo of Emran Hussain C Hussain - Emran Hussain I CBT & Emdr Therapist I Birmingham, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
I specialise in working with adults experiencing anxiety related difficulties such as PTSD, Panic & OCD.
I’m a BABCP-accredited therapist with 18+ years’ experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD. My style is collaborative, structured, and human. I aim to create a safe space where your experiences are understood and we work toward the life you want to reclaim. I’m especially experienced in working with trauma/ PTSD and men’s mental health. My practice is culturally informed and tailored to your identity, values, and context. I’m trained in CBT, EMDR, ACT and mindfulness-based approaches.
I specialise in working with adults experiencing anxiety related difficulties such as PTSD, Panic & OCD.
I’m a BABCP-accredited therapist with 18+ years’ experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD. My style is collaborative, structured, and human. I aim to create a safe space where your experiences are understood and we work toward the life you want to reclaim. I’m especially experienced in working with trauma/ PTSD and men’s mental health. My practice is culturally informed and tailored to your identity, values, and context. I’m trained in CBT, EMDR, ACT and mindfulness-based approaches.
0121 661 3675 View 0121 661 3675
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.