​Evidence-Based OCD Treatment That Works
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OCD is a chronic and often debilitating condition, affecting approximately 2–3% of the population worldwide (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). Without appropriate treatment, symptoms can become increasingly entrenched.
At Ostendly Clinic, we use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)—widely recognised as the gold-standard psychological treatment for OCD.
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ERP works by gradually exposing individuals to feared thoughts or situations
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While supporting them to resist compulsive responses
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This process retrains the brain, reducing anxiety and weakening the OCD cycle
Clinical guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommend CBT with ERP as a first-line treatment for OCD, with strong evidence showing significant symptom reduction and long-term recovery outcomes.
Research indicates that 60–70% of individuals experience meaningful improvement with CBT/ERP (Foa et al., 2005; NICE, 2022).
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​Experienced OCD Specialists
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Our team brings deep clinical expertise in OCD, including:
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Treatment of complex and long-standing OCD
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Experience across multiple OCD subtypes
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Delivery of therapy in high-intensity and structured formats
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We combine clinical rigour with a practical, outcome-focused approach, ensuring therapy translates into real-world change.
Our Approach at Ostendly
BABCP-Aligned Clinical Standards
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Our practitioners are a mixture of BABCP members and therapists trained to an equivalent standard, all working within BABCP-recommended clinical frameworks and supervision guidelines. This ensures a consistently high level of care, ethical practice and evidence-based delivery across all therapy sessions.
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Tailored Therapist Matching
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We recognise that effective therapy depends on the right therapeutic fit. Our experienced clinical leads carefully assess your needs and match you with a therapist best suited to your goals, whether you are seeking support for specific challenges or broader personal development.