Online Therapy for OCD & Anxiety
A convenient alternative to in-person therapy
Move Forward with Confidence Using the LIBERATE Approach
Feel calmer, stronger and more focused
I’ve been supporting people with OCD and anxiety since 2008. Over time, that experience led me to create a flexible and compassionate framework to guide our work — it’s called the LIBERATE Approach.
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What is the LIBERATE Approach?
The LIBERATE Approach is rooted in evidence-based principles. It’s designed to help you gently explore and understand the patterns behind unwanted intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and anxious feelings — and to find new, more helpful ways of responding.
Many of the people I’ve worked with have told me they feel more confident and less overwhelmed by doubt and uncertainty. They often say they’re better able to navigate difficult thoughts and emotions. Over time, they reconnect with what truly matters to them and feel more present in their daily lives.
The LIBERATE Approach translates really well to online therapy — it’s flexible, practical, and easy to tailor to your needs wherever you are.
Benefits of Online Therapy for OCD and Anxiety
A good reason to consider online therapy is that it's been shown to be effective (Simpson, 2009; Backhaus et a., 2012; Norwood et al., 2018).
Clients who’ve accessed counselling or hypnotherapy online often tell me they’re surprised by how quickly they forget we’re not in the same room — many say it feels just as personal and connected as meeting face to face.
Virtual therapy also gives you the option of working with me from the comfort of your own home or private space.
It can be especially helpful if you want to work with someone who specialises in OCD and anxiety but don’t live nearby. Whether you're elsewhere in the UK or living abroad, distance doesn’t have to be a barrier to accessing the right support.
With no need to travel, it can save you time and money — and offers more flexibility if you work away from home or have a busy schedule.
All in all, online therapy can be a convenient, flexible and effective way to get support with the challenges of OCD, anxiety and intrusive thoughts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Online Therapy
What video-conferencing service do you use for online therapy and is it safe?
I use Zoom’s video-conferencing service. It provides a safe and convenient way to offer online counselling and online hypnotherapy. Conversations via Zoom are encrypted so your privacy is protected. See Zoom’s privacy statement for more information.
How do I preparing for my online counselling session?
I'll send you an email invite which contains a link to your scheduled online counselling or hypnotherapy session. When you receive this email:
Click on the link provided and you'll be guided through the set up process.
Download the free Zoom app onto your mobile phone, tablet or computer. It’s best to allow some time to do this in advance of your first session commencing.
See Zoom’s video guide for more information.
How do I create a safe space for online therapy?
Choose a quiet, private location at home or elsewhere where you're safe and free from disruptions or distractions. If you have some, headphones with a microphone can offer added privacy.
Remember to put your mobile phone onto Silent Mode so you won't be disturbed.
Turn off any virtual assistant, such as Apple’s Siri, Microsoft’s Cortana or Google Assistant on your mobile phone and computer. Switch off Amazon Alexa or equivalent if it's in the space you're using.
Can I access virtual therapy from outside the UK?
Please note that as I’m based in the UK, my work is governed by UK jurisdiction. If you are seeking virtual therapy from overseas, you’ll need to confirm that you are comfortable proceeding on this basis.
We’ll also need to consider time zone differences to ensure our availability is compatible.
Ready to start your online therapy journey?
Online therapy research references
Backhaus, A., Agha, Z., Maglione, M.L., Repp, A., Ross, B., Zuest, D., Rice-Thorp, N.M., Lohr, J. and Thorp, S.R. (2012) ‘Videoconferencing psychotherapy: a systematic review’,Psychological Services, vol. 9, no. 2, pp. 111–31.
Norwood, C., Moghaddam, N.G., Malins, S. and Sabin‐Farrell, R. (2018) ‘Working alliance and outcome effectiveness in videoconferencing psychotherapy: a systematic review and noninferiority meta‐analysis’,Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy,vol. 25, no. 6, pp. 797–808.
Simpson, S.G. (2009) ‘Psychotherapy via videoconferencing: a review’,British Journal of Guidance and Counselling, vol. 37, no. 3, pp. 271–86.
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