Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Wirral
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when things have felt overwhelming, stuck or difficult for a while. I offer a calm, collaborative space where we can make sense of what’s going on and work towards meaningful change. I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and IPT practitioner, offering online and face-to-face therapy on the Wirral.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when things have felt overwhelming, stuck or difficult for a while. I offer a calm, collaborative space where we can make sense of what’s going on and work towards meaningful change. I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and IPT practitioner, offering online and face-to-face therapy on the Wirral.
Victoria Lacey | CBT Therapist | EMDR |
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
4 Endorsed
Wirral CH62
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in anxiety, OCD and trauma, while also supporting depression, self-esteem, phobias, and social and health anxiety.
I’m a BABCP-accredited CBT Therapist with 20 years’ mental health experience, specialising in anxiety, OCD and trauma. My background includes 16 years in psychological therapies, 5 years in clinical leadership, and teaching CBT to therapists and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology trainees. I offer CBT, inference based CBT, ERP and EMDR tailored to you.
I specialise in anxiety, OCD and trauma, while also supporting depression, self-esteem, phobias, and social and health anxiety.
I’m a BABCP-accredited CBT Therapist with 20 years’ mental health experience, specialising in anxiety, OCD and trauma. My background includes 16 years in psychological therapies, 5 years in clinical leadership, and teaching CBT to therapists and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology trainees. I offer CBT, inference based CBT, ERP and EMDR tailored to you.
Special interest and further training in Anxiety, OCD and all forms of childhood abuse/trauma.
I work using an integrative approach as I am a great believer one size rarely fits all. This involves using varying amounts of psychodynamic, person-centred and CBT. I'm trained to use the survivor to thriver programme for childhood abuse and have further training in ERP, eating disorders, gender identity, neurodivergence and trauma focussed CBT.
Special interest and further training in Anxiety, OCD and all forms of childhood abuse/trauma.
I work using an integrative approach as I am a great believer one size rarely fits all. This involves using varying amounts of psychodynamic, person-centred and CBT. I'm trained to use the survivor to thriver programme for childhood abuse and have further training in ERP, eating disorders, gender identity, neurodivergence and trauma focussed CBT.
I specialise in helping people process and recover from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex and attachment-related trauma, OCD, generalised anxiety, and emotional dysregulation.
BABCP Accredited CBT & Consultant EMDR Psychotherapist
I specialise in helping people process and recover from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex and attachment-related trauma, OCD, generalised anxiety, and emotional dysregulation.
BABCP Accredited CBT & Consultant EMDR Psychotherapist
I specialise in supporting individuals who present with diagnosed (and undiagnosed) Neurodiversity (ADHD/ADD/AUDHD etc), OCD, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, anxiety disorders (GAD, panic disorder, social anxiety, phobia (blood, needle, vomit, aeroplane etc), health anxiety, separation anxiety), sleep problems and insomnia.
Hello, my name is Joanne, and I’m a fully qualified, BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist based in Liverpool (L26), working with Think CBT.
For over 16 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals facing challenges with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Through my training and experience, I’ve developed a range of evidence-based tools to help people find relief from emotional distress and navigate life’s difficulties with greater resilience.
I specialise in supporting individuals who present with diagnosed (and undiagnosed) Neurodiversity (ADHD/ADD/AUDHD etc), OCD, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, anxiety disorders (GAD, panic disorder, social anxiety, phobia (blood, needle, vomit, aeroplane etc), health anxiety, separation anxiety), sleep problems and insomnia.
Hello, my name is Joanne, and I’m a fully qualified, BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist based in Liverpool (L26), working with Think CBT.
For over 16 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals facing challenges with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Through my training and experience, I’ve developed a range of evidence-based tools to help people find relief from emotional distress and navigate life’s difficulties with greater resilience.
I can treat panic, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, OCD, PTSD, depression and anxiety and low mood associated to low self esteem.
CBT - The therapy starts off with me learning about you and the problems you would like help with, we then build an understanding of how the problems developed and what is keeping them alive (e.g. past experiences, long term beliefs, current thinking, current behaviour). We learn strategies to test out beliefs, challenge thinking, and adapt behaviour.
I can treat panic, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, OCD, PTSD, depression and anxiety and low mood associated to low self esteem.
CBT - The therapy starts off with me learning about you and the problems you would like help with, we then build an understanding of how the problems developed and what is keeping them alive (e.g. past experiences, long term beliefs, current thinking, current behaviour). We learn strategies to test out beliefs, challenge thinking, and adapt behaviour.
Hello and thanks for stopping. I love what I do. 'Extremely easy to talk to'...'turned things around for me'...'helped save my life' being just a few client comments. I've been qualified since 2013; during that time I've worked with serving police officers and civilian staff at Merseyside Police, those supported by Victim Support Homicide Service, VI Form students, Occupational Health & EAP clients. I know that being a counsellor was always meant for me because I have an affinity with people and being able to be 'with' them. This and my life experience gives me the most perfect grounding to be the best that I can be for my clients.
Hello and thanks for stopping. I love what I do. 'Extremely easy to talk to'...'turned things around for me'...'helped save my life' being just a few client comments. I've been qualified since 2013; during that time I've worked with serving police officers and civilian staff at Merseyside Police, those supported by Victim Support Homicide Service, VI Form students, Occupational Health & EAP clients. I know that being a counsellor was always meant for me because I have an affinity with people and being able to be 'with' them. This and my life experience gives me the most perfect grounding to be the best that I can be for my clients.
I have helped clients with a range of presenting difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, OCD, health anxiety, relationship struggles and many more.
I have experience working across mental and physical health services with the NHS and private practice. I work using a range of different therapeutic approaches to help you to better understand what is going on for you and develop strategies and ways of being to help direct you towards what’s important to you and where you want to be.
I have helped clients with a range of presenting difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, OCD, health anxiety, relationship struggles and many more.
I have experience working across mental and physical health services with the NHS and private practice. I work using a range of different therapeutic approaches to help you to better understand what is going on for you and develop strategies and ways of being to help direct you towards what’s important to you and where you want to be.
I am a BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist with 12 years of experience working within various mental health services within the NHS. I currently work with adults (16+) who may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, stress, or difficulties that are affecting their daily lives. Many people come to therapy feeling stuck, struggling with unhelpful thoughts, emotions, or behaviours, and wanting to make positive changes. I provide a supportive, non-judgemental space where clients can feel understood and work collaboratively to develop the skills and confidence to move forward.
I am a BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist with 12 years of experience working within various mental health services within the NHS. I currently work with adults (16+) who may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, stress, or difficulties that are affecting their daily lives. Many people come to therapy feeling stuck, struggling with unhelpful thoughts, emotions, or behaviours, and wanting to make positive changes. I provide a supportive, non-judgemental space where clients can feel understood and work collaboratively to develop the skills and confidence to move forward.
Hello – I’m Liz, I offer warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a tranquil and supportive setting.
I work with children, young people, and adults, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to suit everyone. My practice combines person-centred, psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)techniques – allowing me to tailor our sessions to your unique needs
Many people describe me as a warm and kind person who helps them feel safe, visible, and secure. I listen deeply and work at your pace, supporting you as you begin to reconnect with yourself and move forward
Hello – I’m Liz, I offer warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a tranquil and supportive setting.
I work with children, young people, and adults, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to suit everyone. My practice combines person-centred, psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)techniques – allowing me to tailor our sessions to your unique needs
Many people describe me as a warm and kind person who helps them feel safe, visible, and secure. I listen deeply and work at your pace, supporting you as you begin to reconnect with yourself and move forward
I support people who have faced various challenges to their well-being, such as anxiety, low mood, OCD, panic, physical health, trauma, and relational difficulties.
As a clinical psychologist, I am trained in various evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as CBT, ACT, narrative therapy, and CFT. I don't believe there is a 'one-size-fits-all' approach to therapy and support should be individualised and therefore we can have a chat about how we can tailor therapy sessions to your needs.
I support people who have faced various challenges to their well-being, such as anxiety, low mood, OCD, panic, physical health, trauma, and relational difficulties.
As a clinical psychologist, I am trained in various evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as CBT, ACT, narrative therapy, and CFT. I don't believe there is a 'one-size-fits-all' approach to therapy and support should be individualised and therefore we can have a chat about how we can tailor therapy sessions to your needs.
T, clinical hypnotherapy, adoption, couples therapy, psychosexual therapy, sexual violence, coaching, clinical supervision, OCD, birth trauma,
Hello, my name is Cheryl Overington and I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist. I am the Founder and Manager of the Heswall Hills Counselling Centre, a private therapy centre based in Heswall Hills on the Wirral. Finding the right therapist can be a daunting process. All of the therapists working from the centre have been selected by me to ensure that they are suitably trained and most importantly of the sort of therapists I’ll be happy to refer to. Due the number of different therapists, including psychologists and CBT therapists we are able to offer a wide of therapeutic specialities and work with children, adults & couples.
T, clinical hypnotherapy, adoption, couples therapy, psychosexual therapy, sexual violence, coaching, clinical supervision, OCD, birth trauma,
Hello, my name is Cheryl Overington and I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist. I am the Founder and Manager of the Heswall Hills Counselling Centre, a private therapy centre based in Heswall Hills on the Wirral. Finding the right therapist can be a daunting process. All of the therapists working from the centre have been selected by me to ensure that they are suitably trained and most importantly of the sort of therapists I’ll be happy to refer to. Due the number of different therapists, including psychologists and CBT therapists we are able to offer a wide of therapeutic specialities and work with children, adults & couples.
I have extensive experience in supporting families, adults, children and young people with a variety of difficulties, including low mood and depression, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, loss and bereavement, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship problems and issues around identity and belonging.
The beginning of therapy aims to develop a shared understanding of the problems, how they started, what things might be them keeping going, and what strengths and coping mechanisms you draw on. How therapy progresses is then dependent on the kinds of issues that are important to you to explore and resolve.
I have extensive experience in supporting families, adults, children and young people with a variety of difficulties, including low mood and depression, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, loss and bereavement, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship problems and issues around identity and belonging.
The beginning of therapy aims to develop a shared understanding of the problems, how they started, what things might be them keeping going, and what strengths and coping mechanisms you draw on. How therapy progresses is then dependent on the kinds of issues that are important to you to explore and resolve.
They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, low confidence, low self esteem, Imposter Syndrome, relationship issues, bereavement, OCD etc.
I specialise in Imposter Syndrome alongside anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, low confidence and self esteem.
Using an integrative approach combining therapeutic counselling, coaching, mindfulness and NLP, I offer a safe, tailored space where you can explore what is going on, make sense of it and find a way through.
Everything is tailored to you.
They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, low confidence, low self esteem, Imposter Syndrome, relationship issues, bereavement, OCD etc.
I specialise in Imposter Syndrome alongside anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, low confidence and self esteem.
Using an integrative approach combining therapeutic counselling, coaching, mindfulness and NLP, I offer a safe, tailored space where you can explore what is going on, make sense of it and find a way through.
Everything is tailored to you.
Anxiety can also develop into more specific areas such as social anxiety, panic attacks or OCD.
I am an experienced, accredited CBT Psychotherapist (BABCP) and EMDR Practitioner. I have worked in Mental Health Settings/NHS for over 18 years. I believe in developing the therapeutic relationship in order to promote trust in the process of therapy and helping you to understand that you are your biggest resource. Building resilience is key to recovery.
Anxiety can also develop into more specific areas such as social anxiety, panic attacks or OCD.
I am an experienced, accredited CBT Psychotherapist (BABCP) and EMDR Practitioner. I have worked in Mental Health Settings/NHS for over 18 years. I believe in developing the therapeutic relationship in order to promote trust in the process of therapy and helping you to understand that you are your biggest resource. Building resilience is key to recovery.
My name is Katie and I’m an integrative counsellor based on the Wirral.
I work with adults, young people and children experiencing anxiety, trauma and emotional difficulties. I also support neurodivergent clients and have a specialist interest in working with those affected by sight loss.
My name is Katie and I’m an integrative counsellor based on the Wirral.
I work with adults, young people and children experiencing anxiety, trauma and emotional difficulties. I also support neurodivergent clients and have a specialist interest in working with those affected by sight loss.
I use EMDR in my practice to treat PTSD, trauma and OCD.
I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life. People come to therapy for many different reasons – perhaps something has happened which you're struggling to make sense of, a relationship has changed, you've experienced a loss, or you feel that something in life isn't quite as you'd like it to be.
My role isn't to tell you how you should feel or what you may need to change. It's to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and decide what moving forward looks like for you.
I use EMDR in my practice to treat PTSD, trauma and OCD.
I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life. People come to therapy for many different reasons – perhaps something has happened which you're struggling to make sense of, a relationship has changed, you've experienced a loss, or you feel that something in life isn't quite as you'd like it to be.
My role isn't to tell you how you should feel or what you may need to change. It's to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and decide what moving forward looks like for you.
I believe each of us have the capacity to grow to reach our true potential. What can influence or inhibit our positive growth? Our life experiences are affected by childhood events, our relationships with parents. siblings, other family members, friendships, work etc, Our soil can be contaminated by others in our lives when we experience childhood trauma, grief, loss, shame and witnessing violence. being in abusive relationships, life and death situations. These experiences influence us as we grow up, our emotions, our beliefs, our thoughts and our behaviours. This can make us feel depressed, anxious, derailed and scared.
I believe each of us have the capacity to grow to reach our true potential. What can influence or inhibit our positive growth? Our life experiences are affected by childhood events, our relationships with parents. siblings, other family members, friendships, work etc, Our soil can be contaminated by others in our lives when we experience childhood trauma, grief, loss, shame and witnessing violence. being in abusive relationships, life and death situations. These experiences influence us as we grow up, our emotions, our beliefs, our thoughts and our behaviours. This can make us feel depressed, anxious, derailed and scared.
Anxiety and OCD.
I am a highly experienced, dual-qualified BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural and Interpersonal Psychotherapist (IPT), with 18 years of clinical experience and a background in forensic, perinatal and liaison psychiatry. I provide high-quality, effective and personalised psychotherapy, using evidence-based approaches and your existing strengths to help you overcome the challenges that brought you to therapy. Together, we can work on adjusting to major life changes, building self-esteem, managing anxiety, improving relationships, coping with stress and supporting your recovery and potential.
Anxiety and OCD.
I am a highly experienced, dual-qualified BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural and Interpersonal Psychotherapist (IPT), with 18 years of clinical experience and a background in forensic, perinatal and liaison psychiatry. I provide high-quality, effective and personalised psychotherapy, using evidence-based approaches and your existing strengths to help you overcome the challenges that brought you to therapy. Together, we can work on adjusting to major life changes, building self-esteem, managing anxiety, improving relationships, coping with stress and supporting your recovery and potential.
What truly sets me apart is that I’ve been on both sides of the therapy couch. I know what it’s like to wake up with a racing mind, overwhelmed by the thought of facing the day. I know the loneliness of feeling invisible even when surrounded by people. I know the weight of intrusive thoughts and the relentless exhaustion of carrying childhood wounds into adult life. I’ve experienced intensive therapy for anxiety and trauma, and I’ve come through it. This means that when I sit with you, I’m not just relying on textbooks or clinical theory. I meet you with real understanding and absolutely no judgment. I get it, because I’ve lived it!
What truly sets me apart is that I’ve been on both sides of the therapy couch. I know what it’s like to wake up with a racing mind, overwhelmed by the thought of facing the day. I know the loneliness of feeling invisible even when surrounded by people. I know the weight of intrusive thoughts and the relentless exhaustion of carrying childhood wounds into adult life. I’ve experienced intensive therapy for anxiety and trauma, and I’ve come through it. This means that when I sit with you, I’m not just relying on textbooks or clinical theory. I meet you with real understanding and absolutely no judgment. I get it, because I’ve lived it!
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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.