Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Wigan
I have worked with people from diverse backgrounds, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, low self-esteem, and many other related difficulties.
I specialise in supporting people to process trauma using CBT and/or EMDR, helping them learn techniques to soothe their nervous system. I’m committed to helping neurodivergent people deepen self‑understanding and navigate the world in ways that work for them. I also have a strong interest in helping women during the menopause transition.
I have worked with people from diverse backgrounds, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, low self-esteem, and many other related difficulties.
I specialise in supporting people to process trauma using CBT and/or EMDR, helping them learn techniques to soothe their nervous system. I’m committed to helping neurodivergent people deepen self‑understanding and navigate the world in ways that work for them. I also have a strong interest in helping women during the menopause transition.
I have over 20 years experience supporting children and adults experiencing common mental health difficulties, including Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), Phobias and Panic Disorder.
Hi, I’m Cat, an experienced, neuro-affirming, integrative Counsellor (MBACP, MBPsS), LI-CBT Psychotherapist and Attachment Specialist who’s worked therapeutically with children (6+), teens and adults for over 20 years in several professional roles, including Family Support, Youth Justice, Public Health, Prisons, CAMHS contracts and NHS Talking Therapies.
When working in NHS Talking Therapies, I witnessed the frustrations of clients who wanted more connection and depth in therapy, to feel seen, heard and understood. This fuelled my passion to offer a personalised practice, working at your pace and focusing on what matters to you.
I have over 20 years experience supporting children and adults experiencing common mental health difficulties, including Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), Phobias and Panic Disorder.
Hi, I’m Cat, an experienced, neuro-affirming, integrative Counsellor (MBACP, MBPsS), LI-CBT Psychotherapist and Attachment Specialist who’s worked therapeutically with children (6+), teens and adults for over 20 years in several professional roles, including Family Support, Youth Justice, Public Health, Prisons, CAMHS contracts and NHS Talking Therapies.
When working in NHS Talking Therapies, I witnessed the frustrations of clients who wanted more connection and depth in therapy, to feel seen, heard and understood. This fuelled my passion to offer a personalised practice, working at your pace and focusing on what matters to you.
My main areas of work are supporting clients with common mental health problems such as Depression, PTSD, Generalised Anxiety OCD and Low Self-esteem.
I have a special interest in working with clients who have experienced Trauma, particularly those experiencing Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I also have a special interest in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), including intrusive thoughts or contamination fears. Other areas of specialism include: Health Anxiety, Panic attacks and Low self-esteem.
My main areas of work are supporting clients with common mental health problems such as Depression, PTSD, Generalised Anxiety OCD and Low Self-esteem.
I have a special interest in working with clients who have experienced Trauma, particularly those experiencing Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I also have a special interest in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), including intrusive thoughts or contamination fears. Other areas of specialism include: Health Anxiety, Panic attacks and Low self-esteem.
I am away until Tues 18 Aug. I currently have a small waiting list. Are you a couple looking for support with enhancing your communication and the quality of your connection with your partner? Are you an individual looking for an experienced counsellor who can work with a wide range of issues? Perhaps you have experienced difficulty in your relationship or life and want to work through, heal from and process this in therapy. Perhaps you are looking for growth and forward movement, individually, or with your partner. You may want to feel more enjoyment in life and be able to respond to stressful situations in a different way?
I am away until Tues 18 Aug. I currently have a small waiting list. Are you a couple looking for support with enhancing your communication and the quality of your connection with your partner? Are you an individual looking for an experienced counsellor who can work with a wide range of issues? Perhaps you have experienced difficulty in your relationship or life and want to work through, heal from and process this in therapy. Perhaps you are looking for growth and forward movement, individually, or with your partner. You may want to feel more enjoyment in life and be able to respond to stressful situations in a different way?
You may be finding life difficult at the moment and feeling anxious or sad.
Struggling to focus and worrying about falling behind, you're working hard but, feel like you're getting nowhere. Great at sorting out other people's dramas, you're the first one friends and family turn to in a crisis, but you never seem to find the time or the energy to focus on you.
You may notice familiar patterns repeating, sabotaging your work, studies and personal relationships and preventing you from reaching your goals. Painful past experiences are encroaching on the present, and you're wondering if therapy might help you get back on track.
You may be finding life difficult at the moment and feeling anxious or sad.
Struggling to focus and worrying about falling behind, you're working hard but, feel like you're getting nowhere. Great at sorting out other people's dramas, you're the first one friends and family turn to in a crisis, but you never seem to find the time or the energy to focus on you.
You may notice familiar patterns repeating, sabotaging your work, studies and personal relationships and preventing you from reaching your goals. Painful past experiences are encroaching on the present, and you're wondering if therapy might help you get back on track.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist and CBT Therapist with over 20 years experience both in the NHS and private practice. I am BPS and HCPC registered and regularly undertake CPD to ensure I am fully competent within my practice and that I provide the best possible evidenced-based care.
Everyone I work with is recognised as a unique individual who has much to offer in the therapeutic relationship. All therapy is tailored according to the needs, wishes and presentation of each individual. All are treated with dignity and respect, and are considered a collaborative partner in working towards mutually agreed goals.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist and CBT Therapist with over 20 years experience both in the NHS and private practice. I am BPS and HCPC registered and regularly undertake CPD to ensure I am fully competent within my practice and that I provide the best possible evidenced-based care.
Everyone I work with is recognised as a unique individual who has much to offer in the therapeutic relationship. All therapy is tailored according to the needs, wishes and presentation of each individual. All are treated with dignity and respect, and are considered a collaborative partner in working towards mutually agreed goals.
My name is Chloe and I am a fully qualified BACP registered counsellor with experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and personal difficulties, such as; bereavement and loss, inner child healing, trauma, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties, although my work is not limited to these areas.
I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel scary, especially when you have been carrying difficult feelings or experiences for a long time. I aim to provide a warm, compassionate and non judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood and supported.
My name is Chloe and I am a fully qualified BACP registered counsellor with experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and personal difficulties, such as; bereavement and loss, inner child healing, trauma, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties, although my work is not limited to these areas.
I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel scary, especially when you have been carrying difficult feelings or experiences for a long time. I aim to provide a warm, compassionate and non judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood and supported.
Hi, I’m Carl, a CBT therapist, qualified social worker, foster carer and director of The Listening Post in Orrell.
I have extensive experience supporting children, young people, adults and families across CAMHS, children’s social care, fostering, safeguarding and residential childcare. I also own and run a therapeutic children’s home, which has given me a strong understanding of trauma, attachment, emotional regulation, risk and the importance of safe, consistent relationships.
Hi, I’m Carl, a CBT therapist, qualified social worker, foster carer and director of The Listening Post in Orrell.
I have extensive experience supporting children, young people, adults and families across CAMHS, children’s social care, fostering, safeguarding and residential childcare. I also own and run a therapeutic children’s home, which has given me a strong understanding of trauma, attachment, emotional regulation, risk and the importance of safe, consistent relationships.
Thank you for reading my profile and I understand this first step may have been very difficult for you. I'm so happy that you are reaching out for help. I am Jayne, a registered MBACP Person Centred Counsellor with experience of CBT, Trauma and Solution Focused Therapy.
I'm here to listen to your concerns in an empathic and non-judgemental way. You may be feeling overwhelmed with sadness, anxiety, depression, you may feel lost, broken and alone. We can work together and I can help you with your thoughts, pain and feelings.
Thank you for reading my profile and I understand this first step may have been very difficult for you. I'm so happy that you are reaching out for help. I am Jayne, a registered MBACP Person Centred Counsellor with experience of CBT, Trauma and Solution Focused Therapy.
I'm here to listen to your concerns in an empathic and non-judgemental way. You may be feeling overwhelmed with sadness, anxiety, depression, you may feel lost, broken and alone. We can work together and I can help you with your thoughts, pain and feelings.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy. To provide a space where you feel safe, respected and never judged. I am an trained in various therapies including cbt therapy. Sometimes life throws us a curve ball and getting up everyday and doing everyday things is a struggle sometimes we need someone to walk through the dark times with us and to remind us we are not alone and things can and will get better. I am also a qualified coach and work with women that have experienced abuse. Alongside my therapy practice, i am also a supervisor and have 22 years of experience supporting therapists.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy. To provide a space where you feel safe, respected and never judged. I am an trained in various therapies including cbt therapy. Sometimes life throws us a curve ball and getting up everyday and doing everyday things is a struggle sometimes we need someone to walk through the dark times with us and to remind us we are not alone and things can and will get better. I am also a qualified coach and work with women that have experienced abuse. Alongside my therapy practice, i am also a supervisor and have 22 years of experience supporting therapists.
I became a therapist because earlier in my life therapy helped me through anxiety and an eating disorder. So I know what it feels like on the other side too! I believe deeply in the therapeutic process and I am living proof that healing and recovery can change your life for the better. Working with me, we will create a space where you can feel totally safe to open up all the issues affecting you, discuss them and explore them and hopefully help you find the clarity and direction for you to move forward in a positive way.
I became a therapist because earlier in my life therapy helped me through anxiety and an eating disorder. So I know what it feels like on the other side too! I believe deeply in the therapeutic process and I am living proof that healing and recovery can change your life for the better. Working with me, we will create a space where you can feel totally safe to open up all the issues affecting you, discuss them and explore them and hopefully help you find the clarity and direction for you to move forward in a positive way.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming.
You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. Perhaps you're constantly overthinking, feeling emotionally exhausted, or wondering why you're finding it harder to cope than you used to.
Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone.
I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where we can make sense of what's happening for you, understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and find a way forward that feels meaningful and achievable.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming.
You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. Perhaps you're constantly overthinking, feeling emotionally exhausted, or wondering why you're finding it harder to cope than you used to.
Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone.
I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where we can make sense of what's happening for you, understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and find a way forward that feels meaningful and achievable.
I offer talking therapy in a confidential, safe and relaxing environment. It may be easier to talk about personal issues, in an alternative place, with someone who is not involved and is totally non-judgemental. Counselling is my passion! I believe we were born to be real...not perfect. My belief in the process, how it works and in particular how the working alliance can help you to move forward never stops.
I offer talking therapy in a confidential, safe and relaxing environment. It may be easier to talk about personal issues, in an alternative place, with someone who is not involved and is totally non-judgemental. Counselling is my passion! I believe we were born to be real...not perfect. My belief in the process, how it works and in particular how the working alliance can help you to move forward never stops.
With 10 years experience working in the NHS in mental health I became a CBT & EMDR Therapist because I am passionate about working with people who have experienced trauma and difficulties in their lives. I have always found it a privilege to take the time with my clients to collaboratively work together to answer how they can move forward from their current situation, and how they can deal with whatever hand life has dealt them. The most rewarding part of my work is helping people move towards recovery to enable them to feel happier and more fulfilled in their lives.
With 10 years experience working in the NHS in mental health I became a CBT & EMDR Therapist because I am passionate about working with people who have experienced trauma and difficulties in their lives. I have always found it a privilege to take the time with my clients to collaboratively work together to answer how they can move forward from their current situation, and how they can deal with whatever hand life has dealt them. The most rewarding part of my work is helping people move towards recovery to enable them to feel happier and more fulfilled in their lives.
I am a person centred counsellor and also have a qualification in cognitive behavioural therapy. I believe counselling is a journey of self-discovery and personal development that is a continual process both during and after therapy has taken place. Through counselling, a person will learn about themselves in a way they would never intend or maybe expect. As a counsellor I will be alongside you on your therapeutic journey and create a safe space that is respectful and non-biased to allow you to discover yourself and work through any issues that may be troubling you.
I am a person centred counsellor and also have a qualification in cognitive behavioural therapy. I believe counselling is a journey of self-discovery and personal development that is a continual process both during and after therapy has taken place. Through counselling, a person will learn about themselves in a way they would never intend or maybe expect. As a counsellor I will be alongside you on your therapeutic journey and create a safe space that is respectful and non-biased to allow you to discover yourself and work through any issues that may be troubling you.
I am a Clinical Psychologist specialising in work with children, their parent, young adults and couples. I have particular clinical interest in neurodiversity, health conditions (e.g. Tourette’s and diabetes) and relationships. I am also interested in working with young adults to support their mental wellbeing, relationships and career/ life goals. In particular, in managing challenges related to suspected or diagnosed neurodiversity and anxiety, or unpicking early childhood experiences.
I offer sessions via video and in clinic in Warrington.
I am a Clinical Psychologist specialising in work with children, their parent, young adults and couples. I have particular clinical interest in neurodiversity, health conditions (e.g. Tourette’s and diabetes) and relationships. I am also interested in working with young adults to support their mental wellbeing, relationships and career/ life goals. In particular, in managing challenges related to suspected or diagnosed neurodiversity and anxiety, or unpicking early childhood experiences.
I offer sessions via video and in clinic in Warrington.
Arco Therapy is a local CBT service offering CBT to children, teenagers and adults. More and more people are struggling with anxiety, stress and sadness and often professional therapy is needed to overcome these difficulties. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help children, teenagers, and adults to overcome these problems and help them to enjoy their lives. CBT is the recommended treatment for anxiety and depression and provides the opportunity to explore unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and how they impact on how the person feels.
Arco Therapy is a local CBT service offering CBT to children, teenagers and adults. More and more people are struggling with anxiety, stress and sadness and often professional therapy is needed to overcome these difficulties. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help children, teenagers, and adults to overcome these problems and help them to enjoy their lives. CBT is the recommended treatment for anxiety and depression and provides the opportunity to explore unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and how they impact on how the person feels.
Hello my name is Martin Rigby. I'm an experienced, qualified and registered person-centred counsellor working in private practice in Preston, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Hindley, Leigh and Wigan. I provide counselling face-to-face, by phone and online to people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds. I work with young people, adults, senior citizens, couples and organisations. My counselling fees are: Initial 30 minute appointment-free of charge. Individual:£35. Couples:£40. Home visits:£45- travel costs may apply. Skype/IM, Facetime, Whattsapp:£25. Consessions are available.
Hello my name is Martin Rigby. I'm an experienced, qualified and registered person-centred counsellor working in private practice in Preston, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Hindley, Leigh and Wigan. I provide counselling face-to-face, by phone and online to people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds. I work with young people, adults, senior citizens, couples and organisations. My counselling fees are: Initial 30 minute appointment-free of charge. Individual:£35. Couples:£40. Home visits:£45- travel costs may apply. Skype/IM, Facetime, Whattsapp:£25. Consessions are available.
I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role isn't to "fix" you, but to walk alongside you as you navigate your way through therapy. We’ll work together to identify the patterns that no longer serve you and build the resilience you need to face life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I am here to listen, non-judgementally and to support you as you explore your emotions.
I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role isn't to "fix" you, but to walk alongside you as you navigate your way through therapy. We’ll work together to identify the patterns that no longer serve you and build the resilience you need to face life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I am here to listen, non-judgementally and to support you as you explore your emotions.
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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.