CBT and ACT Therapy

Private online therapy

Specialised in therapy for OCD and anxiety disorders.

Person doing online therapy

Professional standards

Our therapists have trained at reputable counselling institutions in the UK and bring several years of experience from working within the NHS, private practice, and the charitable sector.

Online therapy that helps you move forward

Life can feel like a lot to handle, and knowing where to turn can be confusing. Private online therapy gives you the flexibility to explore what’s going on in a safe, private space — and discover the path forward. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, therapy can help you break free and start moving towards what really matters, at your own pace, from the comfort of home.

 

At Forward Therapy, we specialise in OCD, anxiety disorders, and life transitions. But that’s not all, we also support you through a wide range of other challenges, from grief and low self-esteem to stress and burnout.

 

Our expert team combines cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and compassion-focused therapy (CFT) to create a personalised approach that fits your unique needs and goals.

Book a free consultation

Book a free consultation

Meet our counsellors

Cristina Martin, counsellor and founder at Forward Therapy

Cristina

Cristina is a fully qualified therapist who specialises in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders. She offers cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), compassion-focused therapy (CFT). Her approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to the needs of each individual.

Karen Bassi, counsellor at Forward Therapy

Karen

Karen is an integrative therapist with training in cognitive behavioural therapy (cbt). She specialises in supporting people through life transitions and relationship difficulties. Her approach is thoughtful, flexible, and grounded in building a safe and supportive therapeutic space.

Issues we work with

Our main counselling approaches

Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT)

CBT is a highly effective, evidence-based approach that helps individuals identify, challenge, and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. It is the most researched form of therapy and considered the gold standard for treating many mental health disorders, such as anxiety, depression, and OCD.

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

ACT is a modern, evidence-based therapy that developed from cognitive-behavioural therapy. It helps individuals accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with their values. Rather than avoiding distress, it encourages openness and flexibility.

Compassion-focused therapy (CFT)

CFT is a therapeutic approach that helps people develop self-compassion and reduce self-criticism. It draws on insights from evolutionary psychology and was created for people who struggle with shame, self-blame, or a harsh inner voice. By fostering a more caring and balanced mindset, it can support emotional wellbeing.

Why Forward therapy?

Specialised therapy

You're not just getting a general therapist, you're working with someone who specialises in what you’re facing, whether that’s OCD, anxiety, or navigating a life transition.

Therapy that fits your life, wherever you are

No need to travel or be tied to a location. Whether you're in the UK, abroad, or just prefer being at home, quality support is just a click away.

 

Inclusive, culturally aware therapy

We understand that culture and identity shape your experience. As therapists with international backgrounds, we offer a safe, respectful space for people from all walks of life.