Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Inglewood
I believe that the relationship we have with ourselves is paramount for personal growth, awareness and understanding. Only when we know ourselves with compassion, can we invite others into our lives without judgement and with respect. Relationships are based on communication, boundaries, love and empathy. When we learn these skills we develop more meaningful relationships and can live more fulfilling lives.
The therapy journey with me is one filled with care, compassion, empathy, safety and hope.
I believe that the relationship we have with ourselves is paramount for personal growth, awareness and understanding. Only when we know ourselves with compassion, can we invite others into our lives without judgement and with respect. Relationships are based on communication, boundaries, love and empathy. When we learn these skills we develop more meaningful relationships and can live more fulfilling lives.
The therapy journey with me is one filled with care, compassion, empathy, safety and hope.
I offer a non-judgmental and safe area for clients to express themselves fully in regards to their emotions, goals, needs, direction, and what results they need to gain to help propel them forward in a positive light.
I offer a non-judgmental and safe area for clients to express themselves fully in regards to their emotions, goals, needs, direction, and what results they need to gain to help propel them forward in a positive light.
I have experience in working with teens, adults and seniors from many ethnic backgrounds, common to complex issues. In addition to hypnotherapy, I offer counselling to individuals and couples at affordable rates, believing strongly that therapy should be accessible to all.
My counselling approach draws on person-centred, strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed and narrative approaches to support tangata whaiora. I take a holistic, whole person approach, which considers the physical, emotional, social and spiritual aspects of a person’s experience, approaching therapy as an active collaboration between us.
I have experience in working with teens, adults and seniors from many ethnic backgrounds, common to complex issues. In addition to hypnotherapy, I offer counselling to individuals and couples at affordable rates, believing strongly that therapy should be accessible to all.
My counselling approach draws on person-centred, strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed and narrative approaches to support tangata whaiora. I take a holistic, whole person approach, which considers the physical, emotional, social and spiritual aspects of a person’s experience, approaching therapy as an active collaboration between us.
Seeking help is a courageous step, and picking the right therapist can be a daunting task....so who am I?....I am a heart centred, gentle and relational Gestalt therapist. I provide a safe space where we can explore together, with kindness and compassion, what brings you to therapy.
If you'd like to know more, please feel free to email me and we can arrange a 15 minute no obligation zoom chat, to see if we could work together. the first step is often the hardest....reach out.
Seeking help is a courageous step, and picking the right therapist can be a daunting task....so who am I?....I am a heart centred, gentle and relational Gestalt therapist. I provide a safe space where we can explore together, with kindness and compassion, what brings you to therapy.
If you'd like to know more, please feel free to email me and we can arrange a 15 minute no obligation zoom chat, to see if we could work together. the first step is often the hardest....reach out.
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I am a counselling psychologist, with more than a couple of decades' experience. I work with a wide range of struggles, from health challenges, anxiety and depression, through to grief, stress, burnout and life transitions. My approach is warm, open and practical, drawing primarily from evidence- and compassion-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am a counselling psychologist, with more than a couple of decades' experience. I work with a wide range of struggles, from health challenges, anxiety and depression, through to grief, stress, burnout and life transitions. My approach is warm, open and practical, drawing primarily from evidence- and compassion-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am passionate about helping people break through barriers that are commonly imposed by the dominant culture while finding ways to work more comfortably both inside and outside ‘the box’ to achieve goals. I've worked with clients in settings ranging from prison to university, and you can count on my acceptance ‘as you are’ without judgment while helping you recognize and recover your own strengths. I bring expertise to support you with a wide variety of concerns, and I have particularly enjoyed working with clients whose lived experience includes neurodiversity, gender diversity, and relationship diversity.
I am passionate about helping people break through barriers that are commonly imposed by the dominant culture while finding ways to work more comfortably both inside and outside ‘the box’ to achieve goals. I've worked with clients in settings ranging from prison to university, and you can count on my acceptance ‘as you are’ without judgment while helping you recognize and recover your own strengths. I bring expertise to support you with a wide variety of concerns, and I have particularly enjoyed working with clients whose lived experience includes neurodiversity, gender diversity, and relationship diversity.
Seeking a non-judgmental sex therapist? Struggling with intimacy, low libido, trauma, or relationships? Want to improve communication, build trust, and reignite passion? Let's work together to overcome obstacles, boost confidence, and achieve fulfilling relationships. I offer confidential, empathetic support, tailoring sessions to your unique needs and goals. Take the first step towards a more satisfying sex life, stronger relationships, and increased self-awareness. Let's explore desires, boundaries, and identity in a safe space. Start your journey to empowerment, pleasure, and deeper connections.
Seeking a non-judgmental sex therapist? Struggling with intimacy, low libido, trauma, or relationships? Want to improve communication, build trust, and reignite passion? Let's work together to overcome obstacles, boost confidence, and achieve fulfilling relationships. I offer confidential, empathetic support, tailoring sessions to your unique needs and goals. Take the first step towards a more satisfying sex life, stronger relationships, and increased self-awareness. Let's explore desires, boundaries, and identity in a safe space. Start your journey to empowerment, pleasure, and deeper connections.
Kia ora, I'm Paola. In therapy, change comes in waves and cycles, like with the tides. I provide my clients a safe and professional environment to navigate those therapeutic tides in the smoothest way possible. I bring to the therapeutic process competence, clarity and clinical discernment for the client to be able to dive safely in the deep waters of personal transformation. Clients report that they experience tangible results as enhanced self-esteem and trust, reduced severity of symptoms as anxiety, depression, grief or mental confusion, and the restoring of their capacity for secure, and organized relationships, among others.
Kia ora, I'm Paola. In therapy, change comes in waves and cycles, like with the tides. I provide my clients a safe and professional environment to navigate those therapeutic tides in the smoothest way possible. I bring to the therapeutic process competence, clarity and clinical discernment for the client to be able to dive safely in the deep waters of personal transformation. Clients report that they experience tangible results as enhanced self-esteem and trust, reduced severity of symptoms as anxiety, depression, grief or mental confusion, and the restoring of their capacity for secure, and organized relationships, among others.
I aim to create a supportive, accepting, attentive environment so you can safely explore challenges and beliefs that are limiting your personal well-being and relationships. Everyone is unique so timing, therapies and techniques are woven into sessions depending on individual needs. I believe the core to effective counselling is to be fully client focused in supporting your journey at your pace with empathy and non-judgement. I am also a registered provider with ACC sensitive claims and Aoake Te Raa (Bereavement by suicide). Visit my WEBSITE for more details
I aim to create a supportive, accepting, attentive environment so you can safely explore challenges and beliefs that are limiting your personal well-being and relationships. Everyone is unique so timing, therapies and techniques are woven into sessions depending on individual needs. I believe the core to effective counselling is to be fully client focused in supporting your journey at your pace with empathy and non-judgement. I am also a registered provider with ACC sensitive claims and Aoake Te Raa (Bereavement by suicide). Visit my WEBSITE for more details
I assist clients to create the reality they want while reconnecting with their joy, vitality, and presence. Most of the clients I currently see deal with substance use, depression, anxiety, and/or relationship issues. I am generally skills oriented and promote the use of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness through DBT and ACT. I enjoy helping clients feel safe, creative, and responsive to their external environment through becoming more internally resilient and stable.
I assist clients to create the reality they want while reconnecting with their joy, vitality, and presence. Most of the clients I currently see deal with substance use, depression, anxiety, and/or relationship issues. I am generally skills oriented and promote the use of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness through DBT and ACT. I enjoy helping clients feel safe, creative, and responsive to their external environment through becoming more internally resilient and stable.
I specialise in working with a wide variety of issues taking a particular interest in trauma, complex PTSD, BPD, chronic pain, OCD, and anxiety.
EMDR is recommended by the world health organisation to treat trauma and PTSD.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people with a range of issues, develop psychological flexibility and live a fulfilling life. Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) helps people manage and break the cycle of chronic pain. I am also training in the Conversational Model.
I specialise in working with a wide variety of issues taking a particular interest in trauma, complex PTSD, BPD, chronic pain, OCD, and anxiety.
EMDR is recommended by the world health organisation to treat trauma and PTSD.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people with a range of issues, develop psychological flexibility and live a fulfilling life. Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) helps people manage and break the cycle of chronic pain. I am also training in the Conversational Model.
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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.