General talking therapy isn't designed for OCD, and on its own it can sometimes reinforce and increase your symptoms. Therefore, when looking for a therapist it is incredibly important to find someone who is experienced and holds the relevant qualifications to treat OCD.
What to look for in an OCD Therapist: Gold Standard Treatment (basically means this has the MOST evidence for treating symptoms) is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), as well as Cognitive Therapy through the process of updating beliefs and behavioural experiments.
Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT) is also well evidenced. It works with the reasoning that leads to obsessional doubt, and can be particularly helpful if you have tried ERP and didn't find it helpful. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) are both excellent additions to ERP, and some people find them helpful on their own.
Emerging research suggests that Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) may also help with trauma onset OCD, and with reducing the intensity of the urges within OCD. This is less commonly known, but you'll notice we have a handful of therapists that can offer EMDR here.
At OCfree we are passionate about making that as easy as possible for you, and so, we have brought together some of our trusted colleagues and made it accessible for you to source your therapist right here. All of our therapists are associates, which means you will be contracted under their working policy, but we have vetted and work closely to ensure CPD and Supervision is maintained in an OCD Informed way. All therapists on this page will offer OCD specialist support in different ways, so maybe notice whose vibe you are most drawn to when choosing your therapist.
You can choose to work with any of the therapists below, or say that you are open to working with anyone, for example if you have specific times you'd like sessions. It's not guaranteed that any of the therapists listed will have availability straight away, but you can go on a waiting list if you choose to do so. You can also check out our group sessions, which may have a shorter waiting time.
Find an OCD Therapist
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Charlotte Vaun
BABCP CBT Therapist & EMDR Practitioner - Online and Shaw, Oldham
After years in the NHS, Charlotte opened her Private Practice in 2025 and since then has specialised in OCD, Phobias and related Trauma. She offers CBT, ERP, I-CBT and EMDR. Whilst working in the NHS she specialised as a Perinatal Champion, working with parents during pregnancy and within the baby's first two years of life. Something that has felt even more meaningful after becoming a mother.
Prior to training as a therapist, Charlotte worked as a Social Worker and Mental Health Practitioner in the community Local Authority teams, Hospital MH Crisis Teams (such as A&E) and for the Civil Service for people with acquired brain injury or learning challenges.
Charlotte's practice has been recognised with awards including Best CBT Therapy Practice and Neuro-Affirming CBT Therapist of the Year for Greater Manchester, and she is currently a finalist for Female Therapist of the Year 2026.
"I'm beyond passionate about working in mental health services, OCD in particular, and really enjoy working with the neurodivergent community and parents in the perinatal period."
If you follow Charlotte on social media @the_floral_therapist you'll notice she gives you some insight into her other passion of being a florist and gardener.
BABCP Reg No: 1010046
Social Work England: SW118388
Both registered as Charlotte Brierley
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Integrative Therapist - Online & North Yorkshire.
Jess is a UK based integrative therapist who works with Anxiety Disorders and OCD & host of the Anxiously Capable Podcast and runs the Instagram Account @TherapyWithJessEden.
Jess was initially trained as a person centred counsellor, and now works integratively using evidence based therapy and treatment such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I-CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention skills.
"I believe that those experiencing OCD and anxiety deserve support that goes beyond 'managing'. I'm passionate about helping people reconnect with their values, despite anxiety and OCD."
Jess started her private practice in 2023, after working within agency and seeing the need for more OCD informed therapists. Jess enjoys working with Gen-Z and anxious clients.
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Jess
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BABCP CBT & EMDR Therapist - Online and Rochdale and Shaw
I’m a CBT and EMDR psychotherapist with almost a decade of experience of delivering therapy. I am dedicated to helping people better understand themselves, navigate emotional difficulties, and move towards a more grounded and fulfilling life.
I know that seeking therapy often comes at a point where something feels difficult, painful, or uncertain. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, trauma, stress, relationships, identity, or feeling overwhelmed, therapy can provide a space to explore these experiences safely and thoughtfully.
I have a special interest in supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community and those within the perinatal period (pre and post), new or anxious parents and especially those who have adopted.
I have space for new clients on Fridays from 9:30am (face to face and online), Monday and Tuesday evenings from 17:30 (online only), and
fortnightly at weekends.
Brett
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Anxiety and OCD CBT Therapist - Online
I’m a compassionate OCD and anxiety therapist who aims to provide a warm, collaborative, and non-judgemental space for clients. My approach combines evidence-based therapy with an understanding of how challenging and isolating OCD and anxiety can feel, helping clients move towards a life that feels more meaningful and less controlled by fear.
I offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT), and Compassion-Focused strategies. I tailor my approach to the individual, drawing on these evidence-based interventions to support people experiencing OCD and related anxiety difficulties.
Josh
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BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist - Online
Hi, I'm Carina, an experienced, yet very human therapist specialising in working with high-achievers with low self-esteem, anxiety, burnout or OCD, including autistic/ADHD and LGBTQIA+ folks. My approach? Challenge what's unhelpful while honouring your experiences and unique brain, so you can unhook from the "there's something wrong with me" loop and be truly yourself. I don't do polished: expect humanity, authenticity and a silly sense of humour.
My main training is in CBT, but my blend of CBT is actually more Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness, which can suit people who have tried CBT before and found it didn't work for them. For OCD I offer CBT with ERP and ACT. I work online, mostly on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and my availability is very limited at the moment.
Carina
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Accredited Psychotherapist (MBACP) - Online
Lauren is an accredited psychotherapist specialising in burnout, particularly for those experiencing anxiety, OCD and chronic illness. With over 14 years' experience across educational and therapeutic settings, Lauren works collaboratively, drawing on evidence-based CBT interventions including I-CBT for OCD, as well as EMDR.
Lauren works online, Monday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm.
Lauren
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