Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Dublin

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Pierpaolo Paparo
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02  (Online Only)
While I enjoy working with clients facing a wide range of difficulties, I have a particular interest in anxiety, OCD and trauma.
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. ​Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
While I enjoy working with clients facing a wide range of difficulties, I have a particular interest in anxiety, OCD and trauma.
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. ​Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
(01) 267 6622 x34 View (01) 267 6622 x34
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Paula Gallagher
Psychotherapist, MA, ICP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D08
I work with both adults and adolescents and provide a type of listening that is singular to each person (not a one answer fits all model). By attending therapy you release yourself of burdens and concerns and ongoing symptoms and find new ways of looking at life. The work I facilitate provides an insight and outlook that is focused towards helping each person find more understanding of themselves and what they want for themselves. My experience includes people with different psychiatric diagnosis, people experiencing grief, loss, addiction, ruminating and obsessive thoughts, pre and post natal depression and eating disorders.
I work with both adults and adolescents and provide a type of listening that is singular to each person (not a one answer fits all model). By attending therapy you release yourself of burdens and concerns and ongoing symptoms and find new ways of looking at life. The work I facilitate provides an insight and outlook that is focused towards helping each person find more understanding of themselves and what they want for themselves. My experience includes people with different psychiatric diagnosis, people experiencing grief, loss, addiction, ruminating and obsessive thoughts, pre and post natal depression and eating disorders.
(01) 267 6536 x57 View (01) 267 6536 x57
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Maggie Molloy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02
I work as a Cognitive Behaviour Therapist in Dublin. CBT is an effective form of psychological treatment based on the theory that thoughts ,feelings,what we do and how our body feels are all connected. I have worked as a Therapist for the last 15 years . I work with clients presenting with Anxiety , (e.g OCD,Health Anxiety,Social Anxiety,Panic attacks,Generalised Anxiety Disorder ) Depression ,Eating Disorders, Body Image Disturbance ,Low Self Esteem.
I work as a Cognitive Behaviour Therapist in Dublin. CBT is an effective form of psychological treatment based on the theory that thoughts ,feelings,what we do and how our body feels are all connected. I have worked as a Therapist for the last 15 years . I work with clients presenting with Anxiety , (e.g OCD,Health Anxiety,Social Anxiety,Panic attacks,Generalised Anxiety Disorder ) Depression ,Eating Disorders, Body Image Disturbance ,Low Self Esteem.
(01) 267 6641 x74 View (01) 267 6641 x74
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Steve Gannon
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D04
I specialize in the areas of anxiety, panic attacks, stress, sleep difficulties and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
I am a Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), Psychology lecturer, therapist and published author. Every person is uniquely perfectly imperfect. I work with clients as individuals and take into account what matters most to them. I support them in building skills and living a life in the direction of their deepest values. We can't always prevent life's challenges from occurring but we can change how we respond to the thoughts and feelings that arise when things get difficult. I only use evidence-based interventions.
I specialize in the areas of anxiety, panic attacks, stress, sleep difficulties and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
I am a Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), Psychology lecturer, therapist and published author. Every person is uniquely perfectly imperfect. I work with clients as individuals and take into account what matters most to them. I support them in building skills and living a life in the direction of their deepest values. We can't always prevent life's challenges from occurring but we can change how we respond to the thoughts and feelings that arise when things get difficult. I only use evidence-based interventions.
(061) 572 524 x19 View (061) 572 524 x19
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Vivienne Coen
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D06
My practice areas include Depressive disorders, Anxiety, Addiction & Dependence (food, alcohol, gambling), Bereavement & feelings associated with loss, childhood issues and trauma, post traumatic stress, self esteem issues, psychosexual and sexuality issues, relationship & attachment issues, Ante & Post natal psychotherapy, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
I have worked and trained in the area of mental health since 2006 and specialise in Freudian and Lacanian Psychoanalysis. I provide psychoanalytic therapy for a wide range of mental health issues for people from all walks of life. As well as working in private practice I have specialised clinical training in a number of mental health facilities including the psychiatric departments of Holles Street national maternity hospital (Ante and Post Natal Psychiatry); St. Vincent’s Hospital Elm Park (general psychiatry), St.Ita’s Portrane (long term patients), and also the National Drug Treatment Centre (Addiction and Dependence).
My practice areas include Depressive disorders, Anxiety, Addiction & Dependence (food, alcohol, gambling), Bereavement & feelings associated with loss, childhood issues and trauma, post traumatic stress, self esteem issues, psychosexual and sexuality issues, relationship & attachment issues, Ante & Post natal psychotherapy, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
I have worked and trained in the area of mental health since 2006 and specialise in Freudian and Lacanian Psychoanalysis. I provide psychoanalytic therapy for a wide range of mental health issues for people from all walks of life. As well as working in private practice I have specialised clinical training in a number of mental health facilities including the psychiatric departments of Holles Street national maternity hospital (Ante and Post Natal Psychiatry); St. Vincent’s Hospital Elm Park (general psychiatry), St.Ita’s Portrane (long term patients), and also the National Drug Treatment Centre (Addiction and Dependence).
(01) 568 2872 x68 View (01) 568 2872 x68
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Beauty Ndevu Ncube
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D13  (Online Only)
I currently provide a professional and confidential service for adults presenting with depression & low mood; low self esteem ; anxieties disorders, including OCD, panic, phobias, physical health conditions, self-harm.
Our physical and mental well-being are interlinked. At times we may feel our worries and anxieties are dictating the way we live our lives. At times we find ourselves not able to enjoy things that we used to and get no sense of achievement in activities that we do. Do you want to make changes, but you have no idea on how to begin.
I currently provide a professional and confidential service for adults presenting with depression & low mood; low self esteem ; anxieties disorders, including OCD, panic, phobias, physical health conditions, self-harm.
Our physical and mental well-being are interlinked. At times we may feel our worries and anxieties are dictating the way we live our lives. At times we find ourselves not able to enjoy things that we used to and get no sense of achievement in activities that we do. Do you want to make changes, but you have no idea on how to begin.
(01) 267 6622 x72 View (01) 267 6622 x72
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Dr. Brendon Glon
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D04  (Online Only)
I have significant clinical expertise in working with depression, anxiety, OCD, processing major life events, sexual health, trauma, addictive behaviours, self-worth/esteem, and relationship issues.
Are you experiencing poor mental health, relationship conflicts, or identity concerns, and feel like something's got to change? I have good news: you have already started the change process by looking for support. Positive change and growth is possible, and with the right therapeutic support things will get better. As a Chartered Psychologist, I have thousands of hours of supervised clinical and research experience - which means I know which therapeutic skills and interventions to use to best meet your unique needs. You can trust I have the specialist training and experience needed to help get your mental health back on track.
I have significant clinical expertise in working with depression, anxiety, OCD, processing major life events, sexual health, trauma, addictive behaviours, self-worth/esteem, and relationship issues.
Are you experiencing poor mental health, relationship conflicts, or identity concerns, and feel like something's got to change? I have good news: you have already started the change process by looking for support. Positive change and growth is possible, and with the right therapeutic support things will get better. As a Chartered Psychologist, I have thousands of hours of supervised clinical and research experience - which means I know which therapeutic skills and interventions to use to best meet your unique needs. You can trust I have the specialist training and experience needed to help get your mental health back on track.
(01) 592 4196 x19 View (01) 592 4196 x19
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Renata Redyk
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02  (Online Only)
I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, misophonia, trichotillomania, mood/personality disorders, relationship issues, attachment, self esteem, shame, procrastination, anger and more (online counselling excludes some issues).
Welcome,my practise involves only online sessions with active but empathetic approach, goal directed dependently on an issue, solution focused, creativity and humour, collaborative analysis and search for an understanding of a client psyche and life circumstances, confidentiality, open and safe space for exploration of a wide range of topics, non-judgement and consistent support with encouragement in difficult moments, constructive challenge, an open mind and welcoming attitude to everything you bring into the session. I am using CBT, EMDR, also REBT and Schema Therapy with consistent humanistic core conditions throughout a process.
I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, misophonia, trichotillomania, mood/personality disorders, relationship issues, attachment, self esteem, shame, procrastination, anger and more (online counselling excludes some issues).
Welcome,my practise involves only online sessions with active but empathetic approach, goal directed dependently on an issue, solution focused, creativity and humour, collaborative analysis and search for an understanding of a client psyche and life circumstances, confidentiality, open and safe space for exploration of a wide range of topics, non-judgement and consistent support with encouragement in difficult moments, constructive challenge, an open mind and welcoming attitude to everything you bring into the session. I am using CBT, EMDR, also REBT and Schema Therapy with consistent humanistic core conditions throughout a process.
(01) 267 6527 x94 View (01) 267 6527 x94
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Olivia Rule
Psychotherapist, MA, NAPCP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D12
Olivia is a pre-accredited therapist (NAPCP, APCP), working towards her full accreditation. She has experience with clients presenting with issues including anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, stress, depression, relational difficulties, OCD, ADD, and Bipolar Disorder. She offers an empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their issues, helping them to heal emotional wounds and find their inner strength, curiosity, and compassion, all in their own time.
Olivia is a pre-accredited therapist (NAPCP, APCP), working towards her full accreditation. She has experience with clients presenting with issues including anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, stress, depression, relational difficulties, OCD, ADD, and Bipolar Disorder. She offers an empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their issues, helping them to heal emotional wounds and find their inner strength, curiosity, and compassion, all in their own time.
085 827 5418 View 085 827 5418
Wanessa Franco
Psychologist, MSc, MPSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02
Drawing from her experience, she has seen firsthand the profound benefits of therapy in addressing a broad range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, eating disorder, obsessive thinking, relationship problems, sexuality concerns, and even psychotic episodes.
Wanessa Franco is an accomplished psychologist, earning her degree in Psychology from Brazil in 2009 and later obtaining a Master’s degree in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from University College Dublin (UCD). Throughout her practice, Wanessa has helped clients undergoing transformative processes and facing emotional difficulties stemming from past experiences that continue to affect their lives. Wanessa firmly believes regular sessions with a qualified psychotherapist or psychoanalyst can be a transformative and proactive step towards overcoming personal difficulties.
Drawing from her experience, she has seen firsthand the profound benefits of therapy in addressing a broad range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, eating disorder, obsessive thinking, relationship problems, sexuality concerns, and even psychotic episodes.
Wanessa Franco is an accomplished psychologist, earning her degree in Psychology from Brazil in 2009 and later obtaining a Master’s degree in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from University College Dublin (UCD). Throughout her practice, Wanessa has helped clients undergoing transformative processes and facing emotional difficulties stemming from past experiences that continue to affect their lives. Wanessa firmly believes regular sessions with a qualified psychotherapist or psychoanalyst can be a transformative and proactive step towards overcoming personal difficulties.
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Sean O'Connell
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02
Dr Sean O'Connell works with a wide range of people both online and in person. He specialises in Child therapy, Adolescent therapy, Couples counselling, OCD, and Eating Disorders.
Dr Sean O'Connell works with a wide range of people both online and in person. He specialises in Child therapy, Adolescent therapy, Couples counselling, OCD, and Eating Disorders.
(01) 267 6536 x89 View (01) 267 6536 x89
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Aoife Menton
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D6W
I have a special interest in working with people across the perinatal period. From conception to parenthood, including navigating the journey of conception, pregnancy, birth & adjusting to early parenthood. While for some, this journey can be relatively straightforward; for others, it can include the challenges of infertility (primary or secondary), assistive reproductive technologies (including IVF), miscarriage, pregnancy loss, baby loss, birth disappointment, birth trauma, gender disappointment, perinatal anxiety, depression & OCD, adjustment difficulties to parenting roles & navigating matrescence.
I have a special interest in working with people across the perinatal period. From conception to parenthood, including navigating the journey of conception, pregnancy, birth & adjusting to early parenthood. While for some, this journey can be relatively straightforward; for others, it can include the challenges of infertility (primary or secondary), assistive reproductive technologies (including IVF), miscarriage, pregnancy loss, baby loss, birth disappointment, birth trauma, gender disappointment, perinatal anxiety, depression & OCD, adjustment difficulties to parenting roles & navigating matrescence.
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Julie O'Connell Kent
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, MPSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D01  (Online Only)
I specialise in working with people who experience a great deal of anxiety in their lives. This includes people with OCD, panic, generalised anxiety, and social anxiety. I also enjoy working with people who have difficulty with their relationship to their body (body image) and eating. The people I work with tend to feel their emotions quite intensely, and to care deeply about the world around them. My work with clients strives to create a compassionate space where they can find calm and a gentler way to relate to themselves.
I specialise in working with people who experience a great deal of anxiety in their lives. This includes people with OCD, panic, generalised anxiety, and social anxiety. I also enjoy working with people who have difficulty with their relationship to their body (body image) and eating. The people I work with tend to feel their emotions quite intensely, and to care deeply about the world around them. My work with clients strives to create a compassionate space where they can find calm and a gentler way to relate to themselves.
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Adeline Roche
Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D05
I treat adults (18+) with common mental health problems including Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). At the moment, therapy sessions are offered by telephone, video or in-person in Dublin. I appreciate that finding the 'right' therapist is hard. If you choose me as your therapist, I'll be supportive, compassionate and non-judgemental. If you're unsure, you may like to read some testimonials on my website or get in touch and we'll arrange an initial phone call to check suitability, free of charge.
I treat adults (18+) with common mental health problems including Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). At the moment, therapy sessions are offered by telephone, video or in-person in Dublin. I appreciate that finding the 'right' therapist is hard. If you choose me as your therapist, I'll be supportive, compassionate and non-judgemental. If you're unsure, you may like to read some testimonials on my website or get in touch and we'll arrange an initial phone call to check suitability, free of charge.
(01) 267 6595 x89 View (01) 267 6595 x89
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Andrew Crabbe
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D14
Waitlist for new clients
Andrew has training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Unified Protocol for Emotional Disorders (UP). All of Andrew’s training is underpinned by a humanistic approach which centres the client as the focus of the work. Andrew has research experience and numerous publications in the areas of impulse control, substance abuse, and effective training methods for therapists. Additionally, Andrew has extensive experience working with neurodivergent clients who may have ASD, ADHD, OCD, Dyslexia etc.
Andrew has training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Unified Protocol for Emotional Disorders (UP). All of Andrew’s training is underpinned by a humanistic approach which centres the client as the focus of the work. Andrew has research experience and numerous publications in the areas of impulse control, substance abuse, and effective training methods for therapists. Additionally, Andrew has extensive experience working with neurodivergent clients who may have ASD, ADHD, OCD, Dyslexia etc.
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Dr. Andrea Pousada-Fitzpatrick
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02  (Online Only)
Pousada is experienced in helping people with a wide variety of issues, including, but not limited to: anxiety, bereavement, depression, bipolar disorder, personalities disorders, psychosomatic disorders, grief and loss, personal growth, psychosis, autism, ADHD, relationship issues, self-harm, OCD, PTSD, etc.
As a clinical psychologist and neuroscientist, Dr. Pousada uses a holistic approach to explore the reasons underlying symptoms helping you to understand the issues that you are experiencing. Therefore, she practices from an integrative approach with a special focus on psychodynamic psychotherapy in combination with other techniques. Her main goal is to assist you in exploring yourself, to find your strengths to enable you to overcome difficulties, developing strategies and coping skills in order to achieve your full potential and improve your quality of life.
Pousada is experienced in helping people with a wide variety of issues, including, but not limited to: anxiety, bereavement, depression, bipolar disorder, personalities disorders, psychosomatic disorders, grief and loss, personal growth, psychosis, autism, ADHD, relationship issues, self-harm, OCD, PTSD, etc.
As a clinical psychologist and neuroscientist, Dr. Pousada uses a holistic approach to explore the reasons underlying symptoms helping you to understand the issues that you are experiencing. Therefore, she practices from an integrative approach with a special focus on psychodynamic psychotherapy in combination with other techniques. Her main goal is to assist you in exploring yourself, to find your strengths to enable you to overcome difficulties, developing strategies and coping skills in order to achieve your full potential and improve your quality of life.
085 734 7836 View 085 734 7836
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Elaine O'Dwyer
Psychotherapist, MA, NAPCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D01
I also use CBT techniques, which are effective with anxiety and OCD-related issues.
Hi, I’m Elaine. I work as a Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapist and EFT Tapping Practitioner, specialising in anxiety-related issues. Many of my clients experience general anxiety, health anxiety, avoidance behaviours and fears, OCD, and relationship anxiety. As an integrative therapist, I use different methods to best suit the needs of the client. These include person-centered methods, which focus on the client's unique experiences and the belief that each individual has the capacity for growth and change. I focus on the client's strengths and we work at a pace that is comfortable for them.
I also use CBT techniques, which are effective with anxiety and OCD-related issues.
Hi, I’m Elaine. I work as a Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapist and EFT Tapping Practitioner, specialising in anxiety-related issues. Many of my clients experience general anxiety, health anxiety, avoidance behaviours and fears, OCD, and relationship anxiety. As an integrative therapist, I use different methods to best suit the needs of the client. These include person-centered methods, which focus on the client's unique experiences and the belief that each individual has the capacity for growth and change. I focus on the client's strengths and we work at a pace that is comfortable for them.
(01) 267 6692 x96 View (01) 267 6692 x96
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Collaboration Counselling
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D01
I Specialise in Mental health conditions: ADHD: OCD: Claustrophobia: Bulimia: Schizophrenia etcetera, and also the essence of therapy; trauma related and high anxiety: I also do Relationship and Couples therapy. I offer an empowering experience on taking back control of your own actions, behaviours, whereby you’re thinking and feelings can literally follow in tandem. How this can define your relationship from within and follow into your relationships plural.I have a background in Radio/Journalism for mental health and videos online: First Part: Raymond Walsh 'Rationalisation over Rumination' on YouTube.
I Specialise in Mental health conditions: ADHD: OCD: Claustrophobia: Bulimia: Schizophrenia etcetera, and also the essence of therapy; trauma related and high anxiety: I also do Relationship and Couples therapy. I offer an empowering experience on taking back control of your own actions, behaviours, whereby you’re thinking and feelings can literally follow in tandem. How this can define your relationship from within and follow into your relationships plural.I have a background in Radio/Journalism for mental health and videos online: First Part: Raymond Walsh 'Rationalisation over Rumination' on YouTube.
(01) 267 6641 x28 View (01) 267 6641 x28
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CBT Kildare
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D18
There are many forms of anxiety- social, generalised anxiety,OCD, panic, health anxiety and phobias.
I am a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have practices in Sandyford, Dublin 18 and Kilcock, North Kildare. If you are experiencing work related stress, stress, anxiety, low mood or a mix of some of these issues , then CBT is an evidenced based , practical form of therapy that will provide you with the tools to become your own therapist after your CBT sessions. CBT is provided in a warm, friendly and empathetic manner in person under normal circumstances, but currently via Zoom - videoconferencing or by telephone. I can advise on how to access Zoom if this is new to you.
There are many forms of anxiety- social, generalised anxiety,OCD, panic, health anxiety and phobias.
I am a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have practices in Sandyford, Dublin 18 and Kilcock, North Kildare. If you are experiencing work related stress, stress, anxiety, low mood or a mix of some of these issues , then CBT is an evidenced based , practical form of therapy that will provide you with the tools to become your own therapist after your CBT sessions. CBT is provided in a warm, friendly and empathetic manner in person under normal circumstances, but currently via Zoom - videoconferencing or by telephone. I can advise on how to access Zoom if this is new to you.
(01) 267 6552 x33 View (01) 267 6552 x33
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Samantha Mair
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D01
I treat a variety of common mental health difficulties and life challenges (e.g. mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, relationships issues, stress, low self-esteem, perfectionist traits). Some people aren’t quite sure what’s going on for them, but something just doesn’t feel right. Whatever your struggle is, I want to help you to get your life on track, break out of unhelpful patterns of behaviour, and find meaning and satisfaction in life. I can offer you a safe and non-judgmental space to explore what it is that’s causing you difficulty, and an evidence-based approach to help you to finally move forward.
I treat a variety of common mental health difficulties and life challenges (e.g. mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, relationships issues, stress, low self-esteem, perfectionist traits). Some people aren’t quite sure what’s going on for them, but something just doesn’t feel right. Whatever your struggle is, I want to help you to get your life on track, break out of unhelpful patterns of behaviour, and find meaning and satisfaction in life. I can offer you a safe and non-judgmental space to explore what it is that’s causing you difficulty, and an evidence-based approach to help you to finally move forward.
087 342 6130 View 087 342 6130
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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.