OCD Therapy
Counselling & Psychotherapy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder in Wolverhampton, the West Midlands & online throughout the UK
Understanding OCD
OCD can involve unwanted thoughts, images, doubts or urges that feel difficult to dismiss, even when part of you recognises that they may be exaggerated or unlikely.
You might find yourself checking, repeating, cleaning, arranging, seeking reassurance, mentally reviewing events, or following particular rules in an attempt to reduce anxiety or prevent something bad from happening.
These 'safety' behaviours can bring short-term relief, but they may also reinforce the idea that the thought or fear was important and that the ritual or checking was necessary. This can make the doubt return more strongly and gradually increase the amount of time and attention needed to feel safe or certain.
Therapy can help you understand the relationship between intrusive thoughts, anxiety and compulsive responses, and begin developing different ways of responding without continually needing to remove uncertainty.
What May Have Caused You to Develop OCD?
OCD can develop from a variety of life experiences that shape an individual's perception of control and safety in their environment.
For some, an incident involving trauma or unpredictability, such as a significant loss or a chaotic upbringing, may instil a deep-seated need for order and certainty, driving them to create rituals to cope with anxiety.
Others might find themselves internalising societal pressures to achieve perfection, leading to obsessive thoughts about making mistakes or facing criticism.
Additionally, growing up in a household where cleanliness and order were excessively emphasised could lead to compulsive behaviours focused on avoiding dirt or disorder.
These experiences often create a framework in which common thoughts and behaviours evolve into the patterned responses seen in OCD, highlighting the importance of understanding the context behind these feelings for effective therapy and recovery.
Counselling & Psychotherapy Options for OCD
WHO WE ARE
Meet Paul & Joan
Hello, Tranceform Psychology incorporates the private practices of Paul Lee BSc MSc who specialises in Reality Therapy & CBT and Joan Lee BSc who offers counselling, evidence-based hypnotherapy and specialist paediatric hypnotherapy for children aged 9 to 17.
Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy for OCD
How many sessions will I need?
This varies for each person. Some people feel clearer within a few sessions, while others benefit from longer-term support.
How Much Do You Charge?
Face-to-face & online therapy sessions cost £70 per hour. We also offer a pre-paid, 10 session course of CBT-Based Reality Therapy for £650.
Is therapy confidential?
Yes. Everything discussed is treated with professional confidentiality.
Do I need a GP referral?
No referral is required. You can contact Tranceform Psychology directly.
Can OCD problems really improve?
Yes. Many people who once felt trapped by obsessive compulsive disorder now live calmer, freer and more confident lives.