Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Southampton
Area's of expertise include psychological support and treatment for adults, young people and children experiencing Anxiety (e.g., OCD, GAD, Health anxiety, Social Anxiety), Depression, Work burn-out, have a Long-Term Health Condition, Neurological Conditions, a Learning Disability, Autism-Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Are worries keeping you up at night? stressed about bills, going to work or school? feeling low and not wanting to get out of bed in the mornings? Do you find yourself getting caught up in your thoughts, ruminating on past experiences, trying to create new ways to feel happy and less anxious, sad, angry; but it never works. Not leaving your home? Our mental health is key to us all living a fulfilled and enjoyable life, yet it is often spoken about less frequently than other areas of our lives. I offer you a safe space to talk about the difficulties you experience, work on improving your mental health and overall quality of life.
Area's of expertise include psychological support and treatment for adults, young people and children experiencing Anxiety (e.g., OCD, GAD, Health anxiety, Social Anxiety), Depression, Work burn-out, have a Long-Term Health Condition, Neurological Conditions, a Learning Disability, Autism-Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Are worries keeping you up at night? stressed about bills, going to work or school? feeling low and not wanting to get out of bed in the mornings? Do you find yourself getting caught up in your thoughts, ruminating on past experiences, trying to create new ways to feel happy and less anxious, sad, angry; but it never works. Not leaving your home? Our mental health is key to us all living a fulfilled and enjoyable life, yet it is often spoken about less frequently than other areas of our lives. I offer you a safe space to talk about the difficulties you experience, work on improving your mental health and overall quality of life.
Vicky Bird
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Southampton SO32
Waitlist for new clients
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.
phobias, OCD
• self-esteem, self-worth, low confidence , occupational difficulties
• eating disorders, self-harm
• PDs - BPD
Counselling and psychotherapy aim to significantly help our ability to manage our lives more effectively. If you are seeking help to find a better understanding of yourself, others and life events, this is the time to talk to a professionally trained counsellor and psychotherapist who can support you during your time of need to work through your difficulties.
I offer psychodynamic counselling, CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness and I am continuing training in transference focused psychotherapy. As an Accredited Member of the BACP I adhere to their clinical ethical guidelines and am ICO and enhanced DBS registered.
phobias, OCD
• self-esteem, self-worth, low confidence , occupational difficulties
• eating disorders, self-harm
• PDs - BPD
Counselling and psychotherapy aim to significantly help our ability to manage our lives more effectively. If you are seeking help to find a better understanding of yourself, others and life events, this is the time to talk to a professionally trained counsellor and psychotherapist who can support you during your time of need to work through your difficulties.
I offer psychodynamic counselling, CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness and I am continuing training in transference focused psychotherapy. As an Accredited Member of the BACP I adhere to their clinical ethical guidelines and am ICO and enhanced DBS registered.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety disorders such as social anxiety, phobias, GAD and OCD.
I work with a range of psychological therapies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).Once we understand your difficulties and goals we can explore which approach would be best suited
I have experience working with depression, anxiety disorders such as social anxiety, phobias, GAD and OCD.
I work with a range of psychological therapies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).Once we understand your difficulties and goals we can explore which approach would be best suited
I support clients to overcome depression and anxiety disorders -GAD, OCD, PTSD, panic, social anxiety, health anxiety, phobias or body dysmorphia-.
I specialise in delivering High-Intensity interventions, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as a main, but not only, model of intervention. I am very passionate about creating inclusive spaces and therapy resources that are truly accessible to all, and that person-centred approach defines my professional practice.
I support clients to overcome depression and anxiety disorders -GAD, OCD, PTSD, panic, social anxiety, health anxiety, phobias or body dysmorphia-.
I specialise in delivering High-Intensity interventions, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as a main, but not only, model of intervention. I am very passionate about creating inclusive spaces and therapy resources that are truly accessible to all, and that person-centred approach defines my professional practice.
I support clients struggling with a range of difficulties including; depression, OCD, social phobia, health anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, phobias, difficulties regulating emotions, PTSD, complex trauma, living with neurodiversity, and any difficulties relating to childhood or adverse life events.
I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive, collaborative and inclusive therapeutic space for you to feel comfortable and heard. I love to work in a dynamic and person-centred way, understanding your unique perspective and establishing your needs and goals together. I am also skilled at delivering therapy in a culturally sensitive manner.
I support clients struggling with a range of difficulties including; depression, OCD, social phobia, health anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, phobias, difficulties regulating emotions, PTSD, complex trauma, living with neurodiversity, and any difficulties relating to childhood or adverse life events.
I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive, collaborative and inclusive therapeutic space for you to feel comfortable and heard. I love to work in a dynamic and person-centred way, understanding your unique perspective and establishing your needs and goals together. I am also skilled at delivering therapy in a culturally sensitive manner.
I can help with a wide range of issues including feeling anxious, depressed, finding it difficult to cope, relationship and family issues, bereavement, being worried or confused about your sexuality or gender, dealing with effects of sexual, mental or physical abuse, lack of confidence, low self esteem, panic attacks, managing anger or frustration, difficulties at school, work or college, OCD, the impact of trauma, coping with change, worries about drinking or drug use, self harm, resolving 'unfinished business’ and compulsive behaviours.
I specialise in addictions (alcohol, drugs, food, sex, etc) trauma (including sexual and domestic abuse) and young people from 14. I have substantial experience of working in agencies dealing with drugs, alcohol, abuse, as therapist at a children’s home and specialist school and as a counsellor in a university. I am a qualified supervisor and EMDR therapist.
I can help with a wide range of issues including feeling anxious, depressed, finding it difficult to cope, relationship and family issues, bereavement, being worried or confused about your sexuality or gender, dealing with effects of sexual, mental or physical abuse, lack of confidence, low self esteem, panic attacks, managing anger or frustration, difficulties at school, work or college, OCD, the impact of trauma, coping with change, worries about drinking or drug use, self harm, resolving 'unfinished business’ and compulsive behaviours.
I specialise in addictions (alcohol, drugs, food, sex, etc) trauma (including sexual and domestic abuse) and young people from 14. I have substantial experience of working in agencies dealing with drugs, alcohol, abuse, as therapist at a children’s home and specialist school and as a counsellor in a university. I am a qualified supervisor and EMDR therapist.
I specialise in Child loss, Pregnancy & Infant loss, Abortion, Women's trauma, Grief, Anxiety, OCD.
I am a Counsellor, Psychotherapist and a Grief Educator with a background in Nursing. I provide short-term and long-term (open-ended) counselling to adults, age over 18. In-person counselling is conducted in Burley, New Forest and in Rownhams, Southampton. Remote sessions can take place via Zoom, WhatsApp, Team and phone call. You may feel apprehensive about choosing the right counsellor for the issues you wish to deal with. I offer a free 20 minute session to chat with me via WhatsApp or Zoom. This is an opportunity to find out if I would be a good fit for you. Please feel free to contact me for a no-obligation initial chat.
I specialise in Child loss, Pregnancy & Infant loss, Abortion, Women's trauma, Grief, Anxiety, OCD.
I am a Counsellor, Psychotherapist and a Grief Educator with a background in Nursing. I provide short-term and long-term (open-ended) counselling to adults, age over 18. In-person counselling is conducted in Burley, New Forest and in Rownhams, Southampton. Remote sessions can take place via Zoom, WhatsApp, Team and phone call. You may feel apprehensive about choosing the right counsellor for the issues you wish to deal with. I offer a free 20 minute session to chat with me via WhatsApp or Zoom. This is an opportunity to find out if I would be a good fit for you. Please feel free to contact me for a no-obligation initial chat.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, and trauma-related challenges, including, PTSD & Complex PTSD, Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia & Phobias, OCD & Body Dysmorphic Disorder,
Chronic Pain & Stress, Neurodiversity-Related Struggles (e.g., ADHD, autism).
I am a fully accredited CBT therapist with over 1,500 hours of experience in one-on-one and group therapy. I specialise in a form of therapy called Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT); a practical, evidence-based approach that helps people to change unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns. My approach blends these techniques with genuine collaboration.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, and trauma-related challenges, including, PTSD & Complex PTSD, Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia & Phobias, OCD & Body Dysmorphic Disorder,
Chronic Pain & Stress, Neurodiversity-Related Struggles (e.g., ADHD, autism).
I am a fully accredited CBT therapist with over 1,500 hours of experience in one-on-one and group therapy. I specialise in a form of therapy called Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT); a practical, evidence-based approach that helps people to change unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns. My approach blends these techniques with genuine collaboration.
I have many years of experience as a Counsellor and Supervisor at several Counselling organisations offering support to those experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationship, bereavement, trauma, eating disorders, OCD, addiction and sexual abuse.
I draw on different theoretical approaches such as Transactional Analysis, Person Centred, Relational, Jungian and CBT and DBT modalities. I offer face to face weekly sessions on a long or short term basis.
I have many years of experience as a Counsellor and Supervisor at several Counselling organisations offering support to those experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationship, bereavement, trauma, eating disorders, OCD, addiction and sexual abuse.
I draw on different theoretical approaches such as Transactional Analysis, Person Centred, Relational, Jungian and CBT and DBT modalities. I offer face to face weekly sessions on a long or short term basis.
You might feel weighed down by guilt, shame, or feelings of inadequacy, whether they stem from past experiences, recent events, or ongoing challenges with anxiety, OCD, PTSD, or depression.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you don’t need to navigate it by yourself. My goal is to provide you with a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Together, we’ll identify the patterns keeping you stuck and work to replace self-criticism with self-compassion.
You might feel weighed down by guilt, shame, or feelings of inadequacy, whether they stem from past experiences, recent events, or ongoing challenges with anxiety, OCD, PTSD, or depression.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you don’t need to navigate it by yourself. My goal is to provide you with a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Together, we’ll identify the patterns keeping you stuck and work to replace self-criticism with self-compassion.
I specialize mainly in Depression, Generalized Anxiety, Social Phobia, Health Anxiety, OCD and any other health anxieties.
I am a BABCP registered Psychotherapist. It is my goal to facilitate and communicate with my clients as best as they can to uncover the essence of concerning issues and those that may arise. These issues can be challenging and overwhelming. My experience has shown that using a non-judgmental, open and honest approach enables clients to understand themselves and their lives better after understanding how to communicate. This skill begins on day one of therapy and can be applied to various life situations. I am honored to hear clients speak about what matters to them most, and to help them reach their full potential.
I specialize mainly in Depression, Generalized Anxiety, Social Phobia, Health Anxiety, OCD and any other health anxieties.
I am a BABCP registered Psychotherapist. It is my goal to facilitate and communicate with my clients as best as they can to uncover the essence of concerning issues and those that may arise. These issues can be challenging and overwhelming. My experience has shown that using a non-judgmental, open and honest approach enables clients to understand themselves and their lives better after understanding how to communicate. This skill begins on day one of therapy and can be applied to various life situations. I am honored to hear clients speak about what matters to them most, and to help them reach their full potential.
If you are looking for help with anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, loss, bereavement, diagnosis, trauma, or other life challenges, counselling can give you the confidential space and support to explore these issues.
I can offer you short and long term therapy tailored to your needs. CBT is recommended by NICE guidelines for common mental health conditions. I will work with you to help focus on the "here and now". I will help with awareness to how past events may have shaped thinking and behaviours, helping you to not only adapt thoughts where necessary but manage them.
If you are looking for help with anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, loss, bereavement, diagnosis, trauma, or other life challenges, counselling can give you the confidential space and support to explore these issues.
I can offer you short and long term therapy tailored to your needs. CBT is recommended by NICE guidelines for common mental health conditions. I will work with you to help focus on the "here and now". I will help with awareness to how past events may have shaped thinking and behaviours, helping you to not only adapt thoughts where necessary but manage them.
Specialities include assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders, such as OCD, BDD, body image, phobias and depressive episodes.
I specialise in helping you understand where your current struggle has arose from and from there we work on your values and goals to offer you an outcome that you can maintain. I also offer treatment for low self confidence and promoting personal growth. If you are repeating unhelpful patterns, we will use evidence based techniques to adapt these together.
Specialities include assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders, such as OCD, BDD, body image, phobias and depressive episodes.
I specialise in helping you understand where your current struggle has arose from and from there we work on your values and goals to offer you an outcome that you can maintain. I also offer treatment for low self confidence and promoting personal growth. If you are repeating unhelpful patterns, we will use evidence based techniques to adapt these together.
I'm Chantelle, a therapist specialising in the treatment of anxiety disorders—including generalized anxiety, OCD, PTSD, social anxiety, health anxiety, and phobias.
I use an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). My work is collaborative, evidence-based, and focused on helping you build the tools and insight needed to manage distress and move forward with confidence.
I'm Chantelle, a therapist specialising in the treatment of anxiety disorders—including generalized anxiety, OCD, PTSD, social anxiety, health anxiety, and phobias.
I use an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). My work is collaborative, evidence-based, and focused on helping you build the tools and insight needed to manage distress and move forward with confidence.
Aswell as having specialist skills in treating combat and civilian PTSD, and complex trauma, I also I treat anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, and peri natal mental health.
Currently I split my time between working in the Ministry of Defence delivering therapy for serving personnel, and running my private practice, Victory Psychology. I provide clinical supervision to CBT therapists and psychologists.
Aswell as having specialist skills in treating combat and civilian PTSD, and complex trauma, I also I treat anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, and peri natal mental health.
Currently I split my time between working in the Ministry of Defence delivering therapy for serving personnel, and running my private practice, Victory Psychology. I provide clinical supervision to CBT therapists and psychologists.
These include: Depression Low Self Esteem, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder with/without agoraphobia OCD, Phobias.
Hi I am Sadia, a Therapist, however, I am first and foremost a human being - something I really try to allow to come across during sessions. I know seeking support for your mental health can feel like a step into the unknown, so if you are looking for the right support tailored to your unique needs and to just make sense of things that are just perhaps not making sense right now, then get in touch. We can work to put your knowledge of yourself and what I know about CBT together, to find a way to take steps in the direction you would like your life to go in next.
These include: Depression Low Self Esteem, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder with/without agoraphobia OCD, Phobias.
Hi I am Sadia, a Therapist, however, I am first and foremost a human being - something I really try to allow to come across during sessions. I know seeking support for your mental health can feel like a step into the unknown, so if you are looking for the right support tailored to your unique needs and to just make sense of things that are just perhaps not making sense right now, then get in touch. We can work to put your knowledge of yourself and what I know about CBT together, to find a way to take steps in the direction you would like your life to go in next.
I offer a professional, confidential and friendly space for you to explore whatever is troubling you. I am open, honest and laid back and provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore any difficulties in your life. Talking about and exploring your emotions and feelings will help you come to your own conclusions and empower you to take your next steps in life. Talking to a counsellor can feel daunting, but can help you resolve and understand any challenges or difficulties you may be facing. Counselling can help you make sense of your emotions bringing about positive change in your life.
I offer a professional, confidential and friendly space for you to explore whatever is troubling you. I am open, honest and laid back and provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore any difficulties in your life. Talking about and exploring your emotions and feelings will help you come to your own conclusions and empower you to take your next steps in life. Talking to a counsellor can feel daunting, but can help you resolve and understand any challenges or difficulties you may be facing. Counselling can help you make sense of your emotions bringing about positive change in your life.
Do you feel stuck, sad, or anxious? Are you an adult struggling with life right now? Or a parent concerned for your child or teen? Life can throw up difficulties at any time, a difficult childhood, trauma, or a relationship breakdown. You or your child may have experienced bullying, difficulties fitting in or managing social and cultural expectations. These experiences can lead to the development of anxiety and low mood, self esteem issues, and other mental health difficulties. Therapy can help you to understand yourself, and the impact of your thoughts and behaviours more deeply.
Do you feel stuck, sad, or anxious? Are you an adult struggling with life right now? Or a parent concerned for your child or teen? Life can throw up difficulties at any time, a difficult childhood, trauma, or a relationship breakdown. You or your child may have experienced bullying, difficulties fitting in or managing social and cultural expectations. These experiences can lead to the development of anxiety and low mood, self esteem issues, and other mental health difficulties. Therapy can help you to understand yourself, and the impact of your thoughts and behaviours more deeply.
I welcome working with anyone who is troubled by specific issues, family, work, loss, addiction relationship & sexual issues. There are times in most of our lives when we need some help to make sense of happening to us, to find directions to deal with a specific issues. Often stress, anxiety, loss of confidence, loss of any kind. Talking our issues through with an experienced therapist, confidentially, can help us to resolve the issues, deal with emotions/situations and help us see more clearly, understand feelings & find solutions
I welcome working with anyone who is troubled by specific issues, family, work, loss, addiction relationship & sexual issues. There are times in most of our lives when we need some help to make sense of happening to us, to find directions to deal with a specific issues. Often stress, anxiety, loss of confidence, loss of any kind. Talking our issues through with an experienced therapist, confidentially, can help us to resolve the issues, deal with emotions/situations and help us see more clearly, understand feelings & find solutions
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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.