OCD Counselling in Surrey: What to Expect and How It Helps
If you’ve ever felt trapped in a loop of intrusive thoughts or repetitive behaviours that don’t make sense to anyone else — including you — you’re not alone. Many people experience OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), and it can feel exhausting, frustrating, or even embarrassing. The good news? OCD counselling can help you regain a sense of calm, reduce anxiety, and feel more present in your daily life.
I work with individuals navigating OCD using evidence-based approaches like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I offer both in-person sessions in South Surrey as well as secure online counselling. Many of my clients also come from nearby areas such as White Rock, Panorama, and Morgan Crossing.
What OCD Counselling Involves
OCD therapy isn’t about “fixing” you or telling you to just stop worrying — if only it were that simple. Instead, ERP helps you gradually face intrusive thoughts or urges in a safe, structured way. Over time, your brain learns that these thoughts don’t need to dictate your actions, which can significantly reduce both anxiety and compulsive behaviours.
We may also use:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): to understand how obsessional doubts started and to find new, practical ways of responding to them.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): to help you build flexibility and live more fully in line with your values, even when uncertainty shows up.
How Sessions Work
OCD counselling begins with a thorough assessment, which forms the foundation for a tailored treatment plan. Many clients describe this step as validating and eye-opening—it often brings clarity and reassurance that what they’re experiencing makes sense.
From there, therapy is a collaborative process: you set the pace, and I guide you with strategies that feel safe, realistic, and effective.
Benefits of OCD Counselling
Clients often notice that, over time, therapy helps them:
Feel calmer and more grounded in daily life.
Reduce the intensity and frequency of intrusive thoughts.
Build confidence in managing anxiety and uncertainty.
Reconnect with life outside of OCD.
Heal relationships that have been strained by OCD demands
OCD often convinces people that they’ll always feel stuck—but therapy can show you otherwise. Each session is a chance to practice new ways of responding to thoughts and to build confidence in yourself. Over time, those small shifts add up, creating more freedom and ease in daily life.
Taking the Next Step
Reaching out for support can help you create space in your life that OCD no longer fills.
You can start by booking a free consultation with me, so we can talk about your goals and see how therapy might support you. One small step toward support can open the door to meaningful change.
