About Milsom Counselling

I hold a Master’s of Education in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia and am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC). I have specialized training (Philadelphia Behaviour Therapy Association) and over five years clinical experience in working with individuals affected by Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I am also a member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) and attend their yearly lecture series, ensuring that I am constantly updating my knowledge and practice. My approach is grounded in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard, evidence-based treatment for OCD. Alongside ERP, I draw from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practice, role-play and psychoanalytic insight to create a well-rounded, personalized approach to care.

I believe effective therapy starts with understanding your story. I take the time to get to know you and your unique history, so we can make sense of your specific OCD subtype(s) and craft a treatment plan that genuinely fits: one that’s practical, empowering, and sets you up for long-term success.

This work is incredibly meaningful for me. My brother struggled with severe OCD throughout our childhood and adult years. Our whole family faced the frustration and sadness of not knowing where to turn. That experience left a lasting impression and continues to fuel my dedication to helping others navigate the intensity, pain, confusion, and isolation that can come with this disorder. Additionally, my own personal journey overcoming my own mental health struggles with anxiety has provided me with first hand experience fostering true empathy and understanding.

I understand how OCD can seep into every part of life, including relationships, work, hobbies, and your downtime. OCD essentially hijacks your life, steals your time and impacts self-worth and mood. My role is to walk alongside you, as a teammate and guide, helping you build the skills and confidence to reclaim your life. You don’t have to go through this alone. Let’s face OCD together.