Counselling for OCD & Anxiety in Plymouth & Online
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Carolyn Gillan
BSc (Hons), AdvDipIntCouns, HPD, DHP SFBT (Hyp)
Find Relief, Build Resilience, Reconnect with Life
If you’re living with intrusive thoughts, overwhelming worry, or compulsive behaviours, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to face it without support. I offer specialised counselling for OCD and anxiety, grounded in compassion, clinical experience, and evidence-informed approaches that truly make a difference.
You can access therapy in-person in Plymouth or online from anywhere in the UK.
How I work
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The LIBERATE Approach
Over the years, I’ve developed a flexible and compassionate framework called the LIBERATE Approach. It brings together key elements of evidence-based therapy and has helped many people feel more empowered, less stuck, and more able to live a life led by their values rather than their fears.
The LIBERATE Approach supports you in:
Understanding how OCD and anxiety operate
Identifying triggers and patterns
Learning to sit with uncertainty
Gently reducing reliance on compulsions, avoidance, and reassurance
Building confidence, self-trust, and resilience
Reconnecting with what truly matters to you
Whether you’re just starting your therapeutic journey or picking it up again, we’ll work at a pace that suits you — using a structured yet adaptable process that meets your unique needs.
Why Choose Counselling for OCD and Anxiety?
OCD and anxiety can feel isolating and confusing. You might find yourself stuck in cycles of intrusive thoughts and “what ifs,” or constantly trying to feel safe and certain — only to end up more exhausted and overwhelmed.
Counselling offers a space to:
Be heard and understood without judgment
Explore the deeper patterns that drive anxiety and compulsions
Learn practical tools to manage thoughts and feelings
Break free from the pressure to “get it right” or be in control all the time
Find steadier ground — emotionally, mentally, and in day-to-day life
Online and In-Person Support
I offer both in-person sessions at my private practice in Plymouth, and online counselling via secure video calls. Online therapy makes support more accessible — wherever you’re based, and however busy life gets.
📞 Ready to Get Started?
If you’re looking for a calm, experienced therapist who specialises in OCD and anxiety, I’d love to hear from you. Whether we meet online or in person in Plymouth, I’ll work with you to create a safe, structured, and supportive space to grow.
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