OCD Support in Croydon
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or mental acts (compulsions) that you feel driven to perform. OCD is more than being 'tidy'. It can be deeply distressing and time-consuming. Effective treatment is available in Croydon.
Common signs and symptoms
- Intrusive, unwanted thoughts that cause anxiety or distress
- Repetitive behaviours like checking, counting, or cleaning
- Mental rituals like repeating phrases or seeking reassurance
- Avoidance of situations that trigger obsessions
- Spending significant time on compulsions each day
- Recognising the thoughts are excessive but feeling unable to stop
Getting help
The recommended treatment for OCD is CBT with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Croydon Talking Therapies offers this for free through self-referral. For more severe OCD, your GP can refer you to specialist services at SLaM.
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This information is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you're concerned about your mental health, please speak to your GP or a qualified professional.
Information reviewed by Luke Row, Psychodynamic Therapist — March 2026