Online OCD Therapy Across the UK
If you are looking for online OCD therapy in the UK, specialist treatment can help you break free from the exhausting cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviours. I provide evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the most effective treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Sessions are available online across the UK, allowing you to access specialist OCD therapy from home. Many clients also use private health insurance such as AXA or Aviva to fund treatment.
Specialist CBT and ERP Therapy for OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is maintained by a cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviours. While compulsions may reduce anxiety temporarily, they often strengthen OCD over time.
The most effective treatment for OCD is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) combined with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
​
ERP helps you gradually face situations that trigger anxiety while learning to resist compulsive behaviours. Over time this allows anxiety to decrease naturally and helps break the OCD cycle.
​
Through structured CBT and ERP therapy, many people experience significant improvement in OCD symptoms and regain control over intrusive thoughts.
​
Therapy is provided by Eleanor Pickett, an experienced CBT therapist specialising in obsessive-compulsive disorder, registered and accredited with BACP. You can read more about her here.
OCD Therapy Covered by Private Health Insurance
Some clients choose to access therapy through private health insurance.
If your policy includes cover for psychological therapy, you may be able to receive online OCD treatment through your insurance provider.
​
Many UK insurers offer cover for evidence-based psychological treatments such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
​
If you are planning to use insurance, it can be helpful to contact your provider in advance to confirm your cover and obtain any authorisation required before beginning therapy.
Benefits of Online OCD Therapy
Online CBT therapy allows you to access specialist OCD treatment regardless of where you live.
Many people choose online therapy because it allows them to:
• access specialist OCD treatment anywhere in the UK
• attend sessions from home
• fit therapy around work or family commitments
• practise ERP exercises in real-life situations
For many clients, working on OCD symptoms directly within their everyday environment can make therapy especially effective.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is online therapy effective for OCD?
Research shows that CBT with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the most effective treatment for OCD. When delivered by an experienced therapist, online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions.
Can OCD therapy be covered by insurance?
Some private health insurance policies include cover for psychological therapy. If you are insured with AXA or Aviva, you may be able to receive OCD treatment through your policy.
How long does OCD therapy take?
The length of therapy varies depending on individual needs, but CBT for OCD is typically structured and goal-focused. Many people begin to notice improvements as they learn to challenge compulsive patterns and reduce avoidance behaviours.
​
Do I need a diagnosis to start therapy?
No. You do not need a formal diagnosis to begin therapy. A therapist can assess your symptoms during the first session and determine whether they are consistent with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). While an official medical diagnosis is typically made by a psychiatrist, therapists are trained to assess OCD symptoms and can begin evidence-based treatment, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and exposure and response prevention (ERP), when OCD is suspected.
1. Fill out my contact form
Let me know a little about what’s going on and how to reach you.
2. We’ll have a free, confidential phone chat
A relaxed 15-minute call to answer your questions and see if CBT might be right for you.
3. Book an initial assessment session
If you’re interested, we’ll arrange a first full session — no pressure to continue afterward.
4. See how it feels
You can get a sense of how we’d work together and decide whether CBT with me feels like the right fit.
Fees and Booking.
-
Session fee: £70 per session
-
Location: All sessions are online and open to adults age 16 or over anywhere in the UK
-
Booking: You can book directly using the contact form below or email me at ejpcbt@gmail.com
Ready to get started?
If OCD is getting in the way of your life, CBT can help. And you don’t have to face it alone.
Book a free, no pressure 15-minute consultation to ask questions, learn more and decide whether online therapy is right for you.
.png)
