Ever since I can remember I had been a ‘worrier’, and this manifested in OCD latching at a chronic level back in November 2020. ROCD, Harm OCD and Real Event were fully locked on and not budging, no matter how many compulsions I performed or how much reassurance I sought.

I eventually found OCD Recovery about 12 months later and became a regular watcher of their content before starting 1-2-1 sessions with Sam just under two years ago. At the time, I’d never been in a serious relationship due to a deep fear of commitment and was still locked in that cycle of performing compulsions and other destructive behaviours.

Now, two years on, I’m in a much better place. I began dating after a couple of sessions and met my partner, who I have now been in a relationship with for 18 months. We also moved in together eight months ago. If you’d told me this would happen just a couple of years ago, I simply wouldn’t have believed you.

Sam has helped me break down my irrational beliefs step by step while also pointing out the compulsive actions which continued to fuel my anxiety. The 24/7 support on offer in the WhatsApp groups is also fantastic – not only are you surrounded by people in the same boat as you, but there are daily voice notes, videos and breakdowns posted which untangle the disorder in ways that you just won’t find anywhere else.

Everyone on the team has the disorder and knows exactly what each sufferer is going through. They help strike that balance between compassion and empathy, while also encouraging an accountable and responsible approach which is absolutely crucial on the recovery journey.

They aren’t afraid to have a laugh, either. Even on some of my lowest calls with Sam, we’ve been able to have a joke about myself and the current situation. Learning to laugh at yourself and your situation is such a crucial life skill, and this is encouraged both in the 1-2-1 sessions but also in the WhatsApp group themselves.

And so, I truly cannot recommend OCD Recovery enough. They have truly changed my life in ways I didn’t think were possible and help you to achieve progress in areas which are far beyond the realms of the disorder. You build crucial skills for life!