About me
Anxiety and OCD can shrink your world. I can help you take it back.
If your mind feels relentless…
If you’re trapped in “what if?” spirals…
If you feel driven to check, analyse, confess, research, or mentally review until it finally feels “just right”…
If intrusive thoughts make you question who you are…
You are not broken. And you are not alone.
Hi, I'm Bridget and I specialise in treating OCD and anxiety disorders using evidence-based CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) - the gold-standard treatment for OCD.
OCD doesn’t always look the way people expect. It can show up as:
- Fear of harming someone (even though you never would)
- Intrusive sexual thoughts that feel disturbing or shameful
- Relationship doubts that won’t settle
- Health anxiety and constant body checking
- Religious or moral obsessions (scrupulosity)
- Contamination fears and washing rituals
- Mental compulsions like replaying conversations, analysing memories, or seeking reassurance
- A constant need for certainty
Many of my clients arrive feeling frightened by their own thoughts. Some are scared to say them out loud. Others are exhausted from trying to “solve” them logically.
OCD and anxiety thrive on doubt, reassurance-seeking, and avoidance. Therapy isn’t about getting rid of thoughts — it’s about changing your relationship with them so they lose their power.
Together we will:
- Map your anxiety or OCD cycle in detail
- Identify compulsions and safety behaviours (including subtle mental ones)
- Gradually face fears in a structured, supported way
- Reduce reassurance-seeking and over-analysis
- Build tolerance for uncertainty
- Strengthen your self-esteem and self-trust
This work is active and transformative. It requires courage - but it works.
CBT provides clear, structured tools tailored to your specific presentation of anxiety. I also integrate Compassion Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help reduce shame and build a kinder, more resilient internal voice.
Many people come to me after years of struggling quietly. Some have been told to “just relax” or “stop worrying.” That doesn’t work — because anxiety and OCD aren’t character flaws. They are maintainable cycles. And cycles can be broken.
I also speak from experience when I say that learning to put anxious thoughts down - rather than wrestle with them - can be life changing. My passion is helping you build a life directed by your values, not by fear.
Therapy with me is warm, collaborative, and focused. You will feel understood - and you will also be gently challenged when it matters.
Recent client feedback:
"I have left my sessions feeling empowered and confident that I have everything I need to tackle my OCD and challenging situations that may arise in future."
"I have completely transformed as a person. I am no longer worried about the little things as I have tools to handle them."
If you recognise yourself in any of this - especially if you’re tired of living inside your own head - I invite you to book a free 15-minute introductory call.
You don’t have to stay trapped in anxiety. Real, lasting change is possible.
Training, qualifications & experience
Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, King's College London
Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) in Low Intensity CBT Interventions - University of Essex
Bachelor of Science in Psychology (BSc.Hons) - University of Lincoln
Professional Accreditation:
British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) - Accredited Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapist
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£150.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
The self-funded fee for individual therapy is £150. The fee will be payable via bank transfer prior to the appointment.
Sessions are 50 minutes.
When I work
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Further information
Referrals
You can make an appointment by phone, email, or via the online contact form on my website. I understand that seeking psychological help can be a daunting task, so feel free to contact me in the way that suits you best.
When you do get in touch, please include your availability and a brief summary of your current difficulties.
I will try to contact you within two working days to arrange an initial appointment. The initial session is free and only 15 minutes long. In this call I will hear more about your difficulties and we will see if Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a good fit for you.
