Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Thames Ditton
It may be that you have something specific you want to talk about, you may want to calm the negative thoughts that are going around your head or you may be looking to find help for someone you care about. Perhaps when you just want someone who will listen to you, a space to off-load where there is no worry about saying the wrong thing, the fear of being judged or where feeling like you are being an imposition. I am here to help you when you are ready to take the next step.
It may be that you have something specific you want to talk about, you may want to calm the negative thoughts that are going around your head or you may be looking to find help for someone you care about. Perhaps when you just want someone who will listen to you, a space to off-load where there is no worry about saying the wrong thing, the fear of being judged or where feeling like you are being an imposition. I am here to help you when you are ready to take the next step.
I specialise in helping adults and young people overcome anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, low self-esteem, perfectionism, and depersonalisation/derealisation.
I specialise in anxiety disorders, OCD, intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, social anxiety, trauma, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and depersonalisation/derealisation. Together, we will identify the patterns maintaining your difficulties and develop practical CBT strategies that support meaningful and lasting change.
I specialise in helping adults and young people overcome anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, low self-esteem, perfectionism, and depersonalisation/derealisation.
I specialise in anxiety disorders, OCD, intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, social anxiety, trauma, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and depersonalisation/derealisation. Together, we will identify the patterns maintaining your difficulties and develop practical CBT strategies that support meaningful and lasting change.
I work with individuals and couples, helping them find ways to live a more fulfilled and satisfying life. Over time, we develop ways of behaving, thinking and feeling that work well enough to get by, but sometimes get ‘stuck’; I’m trained and experienced in finding and understanding those patterns and, without judgement, getting to the heart of how to put things right. I’ve worked in private practice, charities and the NHS with a range of individual issues, particularly depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and historical trauma; couples work includes relationship breakdown, affairs, communication and conflict challenges.
I work with individuals and couples, helping them find ways to live a more fulfilled and satisfying life. Over time, we develop ways of behaving, thinking and feeling that work well enough to get by, but sometimes get ‘stuck’; I’m trained and experienced in finding and understanding those patterns and, without judgement, getting to the heart of how to put things right. I’ve worked in private practice, charities and the NHS with a range of individual issues, particularly depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and historical trauma; couples work includes relationship breakdown, affairs, communication and conflict challenges.
Located next to Surbiton mainline train station. I have appointments available during the day, evenings and weekends. I offer both one to one counselling and couples counselling.
Located next to Surbiton mainline train station. I have appointments available during the day, evenings and weekends. I offer both one to one counselling and couples counselling.
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I specialise in helping adults with OCD and anxiety find freedom from the constant noise of the mind.
Alongside CBT, I’m qualified in Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) which is a brief psychodynamic therapy that explores attachment and relationship patterns. My CBT work includes ERP and behavioural experiments to gently expand comfort zones. I also use somatic tools like breathwork and body scans, as the body often holds what words cannot.
I specialise in helping adults with OCD and anxiety find freedom from the constant noise of the mind.
Alongside CBT, I’m qualified in Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) which is a brief psychodynamic therapy that explores attachment and relationship patterns. My CBT work includes ERP and behavioural experiments to gently expand comfort zones. I also use somatic tools like breathwork and body scans, as the body often holds what words cannot.
Thank you for visiting my page. I appreciate that seeking Psychological Therapy can be a daunting process, whether that be for yourself or a family member. I recognise that a significant part of the therapy process is establishing a positive relationship with those I support. I work mostly with adolescents, young people and adults and offer a flexible approach, drawing on a range of evidence-based interventions to try and find to the right avenue of support for your needs and goals.
Alongside my private practice I lecture at the Anna Freud Centre providing training and development for future therapists.
Thank you for visiting my page. I appreciate that seeking Psychological Therapy can be a daunting process, whether that be for yourself or a family member. I recognise that a significant part of the therapy process is establishing a positive relationship with those I support. I work mostly with adolescents, young people and adults and offer a flexible approach, drawing on a range of evidence-based interventions to try and find to the right avenue of support for your needs and goals.
Alongside my private practice I lecture at the Anna Freud Centre providing training and development for future therapists.
Clients have CBT for a variety or reasons: it could be to help a specific mental health problem such as anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, an eating disorder or addiction.
CBT is based on the concept that thoughts, feelings and actions are interconnected and that negative thoughts and feelings can trap you in a vicious cycle. By finding alternative, more positive ways of thinking and behaving, and by learning specific skills and coping strategies, emotional distress is reduced and resilience for future problems is developed.
Clients have CBT for a variety or reasons: it could be to help a specific mental health problem such as anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, an eating disorder or addiction.
CBT is based on the concept that thoughts, feelings and actions are interconnected and that negative thoughts and feelings can trap you in a vicious cycle. By finding alternative, more positive ways of thinking and behaving, and by learning specific skills and coping strategies, emotional distress is reduced and resilience for future problems is developed.
I specialise in OCD and couples therapy, bringing a clear, structured approach to both.
I am an experienced and accredited CBT and Couples Psychotherapist with over a decade of NHS, schools and the third sector. I act as a guest lecturer part-time on graduate university programmes and offer supervision for qualified and trainee therapists. I specialise in couples therapy, OCD, self-esteem, body image, anxiety disorders and trauma.
I specialise in OCD and couples therapy, bringing a clear, structured approach to both.
I am an experienced and accredited CBT and Couples Psychotherapist with over a decade of NHS, schools and the third sector. I act as a guest lecturer part-time on graduate university programmes and offer supervision for qualified and trainee therapists. I specialise in couples therapy, OCD, self-esteem, body image, anxiety disorders and trauma.
As well as providing therapy for a wide variety of disorders, I specialise in treating different types of OCD and relationship anxiety.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am an experienced and accredited CBT therapist. You may be feeling stuck in patterns that are hard to break—repetitive thoughts, constant doubt, or anxiety that shows up most in the areas that matter to you, like relationships, work and hobbies. Perhaps your mind feels busy and relentless, pulling you into overthinking, reassurance-seeking, or trying to find certainty that never quite lasts. Or maybe you notice anxiety affecting how you show up with others—worrying about saying the “wrong” thing, being rejected, or not feeling fully yourself.
As well as providing therapy for a wide variety of disorders, I specialise in treating different types of OCD and relationship anxiety.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am an experienced and accredited CBT therapist. You may be feeling stuck in patterns that are hard to break—repetitive thoughts, constant doubt, or anxiety that shows up most in the areas that matter to you, like relationships, work and hobbies. Perhaps your mind feels busy and relentless, pulling you into overthinking, reassurance-seeking, or trying to find certainty that never quite lasts. Or maybe you notice anxiety affecting how you show up with others—worrying about saying the “wrong” thing, being rejected, or not feeling fully yourself.
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.
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I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist who specialises in obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD) and related conditions.
Even if you don't have OCD or a related condition, I may still be able to help. I have experience working with a wide range of anxiety-related problems and depression, including those experiencing relationship issues, trauma, grief, addiction, and adjustment to illness.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist who specialises in obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD) and related conditions.
Even if you don't have OCD or a related condition, I may still be able to help. I have experience working with a wide range of anxiety-related problems and depression, including those experiencing relationship issues, trauma, grief, addiction, and adjustment to illness.
If you are experiencing the distressing symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) or you have a diagnosis of OCD please do get in touch.
I have years of experience working with children and adults who are experiencing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD). Alongside two specialist OCD colleagues Iset up the Specialist OCD Clinic Ltd in May 2023. I provide private therapy sessions online via zoom and face to face in our dedicated therapy rooms in Haywards Heath.
If you are experiencing the distressing symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD) or you have a diagnosis of OCD please do get in touch.
I have years of experience working with children and adults who are experiencing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD). Alongside two specialist OCD colleagues Iset up the Specialist OCD Clinic Ltd in May 2023. I provide private therapy sessions online via zoom and face to face in our dedicated therapy rooms in Haywards Heath.
Taking the first step in therapy may be the hardest. Perhaps you have never opened up to anyone before, and this might seem like a daunting or overwhelming prospect. It is easy to get stuck in old patterns of behaviour, which prevent us from realising our potential or moving our lives forward. Do you carry baggage from your past or have fears for the future? You may be struggling to come to terms with the loss of a loved one, or perhaps you have self-destructive thoughts. You could have problems with addiction or depression or be locked in an abusive relationship or an unhappy marriage. I am here to help you find the real you.
Taking the first step in therapy may be the hardest. Perhaps you have never opened up to anyone before, and this might seem like a daunting or overwhelming prospect. It is easy to get stuck in old patterns of behaviour, which prevent us from realising our potential or moving our lives forward. Do you carry baggage from your past or have fears for the future? You may be struggling to come to terms with the loss of a loved one, or perhaps you have self-destructive thoughts. You could have problems with addiction or depression or be locked in an abusive relationship or an unhappy marriage. I am here to help you find the real you.
Stuck in cycles of intrusive/scary taboo OCD thoughts/images and mental compulsions that feel too important to ignore?
I specialise in treating OCD, anxiety, and taboo thoughts/images using CBT & ERP (inc. rumination focussed ERP). If you’re exhausted from trying to control or figure out every scary thought, I’ll teach you practical tools to break the cycle of mental compulsions. I also bring lived experience of taboo themes of OCD.
Stuck in cycles of intrusive/scary taboo OCD thoughts/images and mental compulsions that feel too important to ignore?
I specialise in treating OCD, anxiety, and taboo thoughts/images using CBT & ERP (inc. rumination focussed ERP). If you’re exhausted from trying to control or figure out every scary thought, I’ll teach you practical tools to break the cycle of mental compulsions. I also bring lived experience of taboo themes of OCD.
Living with OCD can feel exhausting, overwhelming, and isolating, and it’s common to feel like no one understands what’s happening in your mind.
OCD is treatable — and with the right support, things can get better.
I specialise in OCD treatment using ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), CBT, and ACT to help you break free from compulsions and build a different relationship with your thoughts. We'll work at your pace, without judgment gently supported toward the life OCD has been keeping you from.
Living with OCD can feel exhausting, overwhelming, and isolating, and it’s common to feel like no one understands what’s happening in your mind.
OCD is treatable — and with the right support, things can get better.
I specialise in OCD treatment using ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), CBT, and ACT to help you break free from compulsions and build a different relationship with your thoughts. We'll work at your pace, without judgment gently supported toward the life OCD has been keeping you from.
I can help with a range of issues including difficulties with anxiety, depression, OCD, stress, anger management, self-esteem and confidence, motivation and procrastination, and relationships and communication.
My approach is collaborative and non-judgemental, combining practical skills and coping strategies with exploring the underlying issues that keep problems going to help you address the causes of persistent or long-standing issues and equip you to respond to current difficulties without getting caught up in unhelpful ways of reacting.
I can help with a range of issues including difficulties with anxiety, depression, OCD, stress, anger management, self-esteem and confidence, motivation and procrastination, and relationships and communication.
My approach is collaborative and non-judgemental, combining practical skills and coping strategies with exploring the underlying issues that keep problems going to help you address the causes of persistent or long-standing issues and equip you to respond to current difficulties without getting caught up in unhelpful ways of reacting.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and a registered Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (UK). I specialise in working with clients with mood disorders including mood difficulties associated with physical health problems (including but not limited to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) as well as clients experiencing longstanding and complex difficulties including chronic emotional dysregulation and relationship/attachment difficulties.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and a registered Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (UK). I specialise in working with clients with mood disorders including mood difficulties associated with physical health problems (including but not limited to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) as well as clients experiencing longstanding and complex difficulties including chronic emotional dysregulation and relationship/attachment difficulties.
I specialise in working with individuals (children, adolescents and adults). Over the years I gained vast experience helping people cope with different life difficulties: bereavement, traumatic experiences, domestic crisis, physical disabilities and emotional challenges and more. I am also experienced in treating anxiety disorders including specific anxiety
I specialise in working with individuals (children, adolescents and adults). Over the years I gained vast experience helping people cope with different life difficulties: bereavement, traumatic experiences, domestic crisis, physical disabilities and emotional challenges and more. I am also experienced in treating anxiety disorders including specific anxiety
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.
I work psychodynamically and also with CBT approaches for specialist OCD work.
You don’t necessarily need a diagnosis to benefit from therapy, just a desire to simply better understand your mind. Psychotherapy focuses on helping you understand yourself more deeply, including how past experiences may still be influencing how you feel, think and relate to others today. Often, we can find ourselves repeating patterns or responding in ways that don’t feel helpful, without fully knowing why.
I work psychodynamically and also with CBT approaches for specialist OCD work.
You don’t necessarily need a diagnosis to benefit from therapy, just a desire to simply better understand your mind. Psychotherapy focuses on helping you understand yourself more deeply, including how past experiences may still be influencing how you feel, think and relate to others today. Often, we can find ourselves repeating patterns or responding in ways that don’t feel helpful, without fully knowing why.
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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.