When I came to Carina in April 2022, I was in such a dark place it is hard to even look back on that time. I was barely functioning, barely holding down my job and relationship, tormented night and day by OCD thoughts that were eating away at me and my very identity.
Speaking of night and day, that is what my work with Carina achieved: the difference between night and day. For just over two years, from April 2022 to May 2024, Carina guided me, advised me, pushed me when I needed it. Through our work together, I learnt how to face up to my darkest, deepest fears, and not only fight them, but embrace them. OCD does not like being embraced, because it thrives on fear and avoidance. Carina taught me so many different Exposure and Response Prevention strategies, while also letting me take some initiative so that all the tasks I completed during our time together were catered to my specific needs.
Two years later, and the thoughts I would spend so much of my energy, so much of my time, desperately trying to fight off, are now so much more manageable. I basically manage them instead of them managing me, thus taking the fear and power away from them. OCD has receded to the point that what I once thought was just a pipe dream has actually come true: some days, sometimes a string of several days, largely OCD-free. Where I was once completely consumed by disturbing thoughts, I feel such space, such clarity in my mind, that I am now able to focus on other things in my life which were neglected when OCD ruled my days. It really feels like a veil or fog has been lifted, and I attribute that to the relentless support Carina gave me over two years. Two years which I truly see as the most rewarding and enlightening journey towards peace of mind and a new-found sense of freedom.
I really cannot recommend Carina enough, so if OCD is troubling you and affecting your day-to-day life, do contact her and I am sure she will be able to help you as she has helped me.
AI, London
Your help has been instrumental in my recovery journey. Though I will always have to keep working to keep my obsessions at bay, as all sufferers do, I know that your lessons and guidance will stay in my head for the rest of my life.
When I think back to my life before I started therapy sessions with you, I can’t believe how much of my life I have reclaimed. Thank you so much. If anybody has been struggling to find a therapist who fully understands OCD and how it needs to be treated, I would highly recommend Carina Luxford.
DE, Bolton
Before seeing Carina, I had seen several therapists that were unable to help me and ended up giving me advice that worsened my OCD. However Carina understood every problem I was having and was able to guide me session by session towards understanding my own thoughts and how to deal with daily compulsions. She gave me the wings I needed to help me fly, and after 9 months of therapy I was able to do just that. I will always be grateful for the help I have received from Carina, as I am a much more positive and upbeat person now, able to be in control of my OCD and live without ruminating and dwelling on my own thoughts.
MD, Essex
Carina is really helpful and insightful. She helped me understand my OCD and taught me the techniques to prevent it from interfering with my life. Would highly recommend!
PW, Aberdeen
Speaking of night and day, that is what my work with Carina achieved: the difference between night and day. For just over two years, from April 2022 to May 2024, Carina guided me, advised me, pushed me when I needed it. Through our work together, I learnt how to face up to my darkest, deepest fears, and not only fight them, but embrace them. OCD does not like being embraced, because it thrives on fear and avoidance. Carina taught me so many different Exposure and Response Prevention strategies, while also letting me take some initiative so that all the tasks I completed during our time together were catered to my specific needs.
Two years later, and the thoughts I would spend so much of my energy, so much of my time, desperately trying to fight off, are now so much more manageable. I basically manage them instead of them managing me, thus taking the fear and power away from them. OCD has receded to the point that what I once thought was just a pipe dream has actually come true: some days, sometimes a string of several days, largely OCD-free. Where I was once completely consumed by disturbing thoughts, I feel such space, such clarity in my mind, that I am now able to focus on other things in my life which were neglected when OCD ruled my days. It really feels like a veil or fog has been lifted, and I attribute that to the relentless support Carina gave me over two years. Two years which I truly see as the most rewarding and enlightening journey towards peace of mind and a new-found sense of freedom.
I really cannot recommend Carina enough, so if OCD is troubling you and affecting your day-to-day life, do contact her and I am sure she will be able to help you as she has helped me.
AI, London
Your help has been instrumental in my recovery journey. Though I will always have to keep working to keep my obsessions at bay, as all sufferers do, I know that your lessons and guidance will stay in my head for the rest of my life.
When I think back to my life before I started therapy sessions with you, I can’t believe how much of my life I have reclaimed. Thank you so much. If anybody has been struggling to find a therapist who fully understands OCD and how it needs to be treated, I would highly recommend Carina Luxford.
DE, Bolton
Before seeing Carina, I had seen several therapists that were unable to help me and ended up giving me advice that worsened my OCD. However Carina understood every problem I was having and was able to guide me session by session towards understanding my own thoughts and how to deal with daily compulsions. She gave me the wings I needed to help me fly, and after 9 months of therapy I was able to do just that. I will always be grateful for the help I have received from Carina, as I am a much more positive and upbeat person now, able to be in control of my OCD and live without ruminating and dwelling on my own thoughts.
MD, Essex
Carina is really helpful and insightful. She helped me understand my OCD and taught me the techniques to prevent it from interfering with my life. Would highly recommend!
PW, Aberdeen
My name is Jessica and I have done a number of sessions with Carina. They have been enormously helpful to me. I had previously spoken with other counselors, but unfortunately I feel their help was not tailored to me, or that they did not fully understand my situation. However, I searched for a specific counselor trained in OCD. It appealed to me greatly that this was something Carina had dealt with personally and had overcome. I felt she would be able to understand exactly what I was feeling.
I did find this to be the case during our sessions, however to add to these qualities she was always deeply professional and clearly skilled in asking leading questions to get to the core of my issues. She listened patiently, however it was clear she had a plan in her mind for my recovery. She directed me constantly towards the right path of break (sic) the cycle of OCD. Using exposure techniques teamed with being careful not to overwhelm me and push me too far emotionally.
Overall, i would conclude that Carina is a skilled and caring guide, with both her heart and mind involved in the well being of her patients. I have recommended her a number of times already but will certainly continue to do so.
JA, Co. Durham
I did find this to be the case during our sessions, however to add to these qualities she was always deeply professional and clearly skilled in asking leading questions to get to the core of my issues. She listened patiently, however it was clear she had a plan in her mind for my recovery. She directed me constantly towards the right path of break (sic) the cycle of OCD. Using exposure techniques teamed with being careful not to overwhelm me and push me too far emotionally.
Overall, i would conclude that Carina is a skilled and caring guide, with both her heart and mind involved in the well being of her patients. I have recommended her a number of times already but will certainly continue to do so.
JA, Co. Durham
I'm so great-full (sic) for Carina offering sessions and taking them up. Carina has saved my life and changed it for the good. She is so kind, compassionate and always listening. I'm no longer suffering like I use (sic) to as I know how to deal and manage my ocd all thanks to Carina and the work you have to put in to recover. I'm honestly so great-full as I don't know where I'll (sic) be today if I didn't take the opportunity with Carina.
CB, Hampshire
CB, Hampshire
I highly recommend her as an OCD therapist, she is truly amazing. I am now a whole new person because of her. She is really kind and caring and she is experienced with ERP. I was never afraid to talk to her about taboo OCD themes. Thank you so much for your help !
PS, Hungary
PS, Hungary
I would highly recommend Carina to anyone seeking therapy. She was so supportive during a very tough period where my OCD had started to take over my life and I could no longer see a way forward. She is extremely kind and compassionate - especially when dealing with difficult topics you may not wish to discuss with anyone else. Like many people with OCD , the fear of being judged prevented me from wanting to seek help, but Carina was very understanding and immediately made me feel at ease. Not only is she a great listener but she also helps you to focus on the task at hand and encourages you to put in the work to see the results. She truly understands the workings of OCD and how to manage it. Knowledge is definitely power and the more I learned about this condition the more I have been able to regain control and move forward with my life. I can honestly say that I've never found any other form of therapy to be successful before our sessions. I truly believe I would not be where I am now if it were not for her help. Thank you Carina
LC, Glasgow
LC, Glasgow
My time with Carina has been an (sic) amazing. Due to being so far away we've done all of my sessions by phone at a time that suits me. I can't stress how helpful, understanding and kind Carina has been in helping me get back to feeling like myself again. OCD was controlling my day to day life along with intrusive thoughts, however, I am now living my life in a positive way. Thankyou (sic) for everything!!
CC, Leicester
CC, Leicester
I would really like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you have done for me over the past months, you have really helped me to get my life back and I really appreciate it more than you would know.
I wish you and your practice all the best and may you continue to help others as you have done for me.
Anonymous from Finland
I wish you and your practice all the best and may you continue to help others as you have done for me.
Anonymous from Finland