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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist
@fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social
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I am passionate about my role as a cognitive-behavioural therapist, helping clients take steps toward recovery and positive, lasting changes in their lives.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · 20h
“My client said, ‘I just want 15 minutes of peace.’”
That moment inspired the 15-Minute Wait Strategy — a simple, science-backed way to interrupt #OCD’s cycle.
Here’s how waiting can rewire your #brain 👇
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#OCDHelp #CBT #ERP
OCD Relief in 15 Minutes: Understanding the Wait Strategy
Discover how the Wait Strategy offers OCD relief in 15 minutes through effective techniques by a qualified CBT psychotherapist.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · 2d
🧠 The #Neuroscience of Groinal Responses: #OCD and the #Brain
What feels like arousal often isn’t—it’s #anxiety, attention, and your brain’s wiring.
Understanding this can break the fear loop.
Read more 👇
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Groinal Responses in OCD: Understanding Brain Mechanisms
Explore the brain mechanisms behind groinal responses in OCD, insights from an Italian CBT psychotherapist in Edinburgh.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · 4d
Hyperawareness (Sensorimotor) #OCD can make you feel trapped in your own awareness—of breathing, blinking, or swallowing.
Recovery isn’t about stopping the sensations, but changing your relationship with them.
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Coping with Hyperawareness OCD: 8 Tools for Daily Life
Discover practical coping strategies for Hyperawareness OCD from an Italian CBT psychotherapist in Edinburgh. Online therapy available.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · 6d
#Mindfulness isn’t always soothing for everyone.
In somatic (sensorimotor) #OCD, awareness of the body can fuel anxiety — unless paired with ERP therapy.
Explore the paradox 👇
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Somatic OCD and Meditation: Can Awareness Practices Help?
Discover how somatic OCD and meditation can aid recovery. Explore effective techniques with an experienced CBT psychotherapist in Edinburgh.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · 9d
Trapped in your own body — noticing every breath, blink, or heartbeat?
That’s Somatic OCD, and it’s more common than you think.
There’s hope. ERP therapy helps retrain your brain to let go of constant monitoring.
Find out how 👉 www.federicoferrarese.co.uk/2025/10/10/e...
ERP for Somatic OCD: Tackle Your Fear of Bodily Sensations
Discover effective ERP for Somatic OCD with expert online therapy in Italian and English. Overcome anxieties today.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · 14d
Groinal Response OCD, in plain English: 7 FAQs, why it feels so real, and what actually helps. You’re not alone. Read: www.federicoferrarese.co.uk/2025/10/05/g...
#OCD #MentalHealth
Understanding Groinal Response OCD: 7 Key Questions
Explore Groinal Response OCD insights from a CBT therapist in Edinburgh. Online therapy offered in English and Italian.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · 20d
😮‍💨 “I can’t stop noticing my breathing.”
Is it #HealthAnxiety… or #SensorimotorOCD?
They look similar but are completely different conditions — and misdiagnosis keeps people stuck for years.
🧠 Learn 8 key facts + what treatments really work 👇
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#MentalHealth
Sensorimotor OCD vs Health Anxiety: 8 Important Facts
Discover key differences between Sensorimotor OCD and health anxiety from an Italian CBT psychotherapist in Edinburgh.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · 24d
🧠 #OCD is universal—but culture shapes how it shows up.
A Muslim may fear ritual impurity, a Christian blasphemy, while others obsess over germs or symmetry. Same disorder. Different lens.
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#MentalHealth #Culture
Cultural OCD Manifestations: Insights from Your Background
Learn about Cultural OCD Manifestations and effective online therapy options in Edinburgh. Italian and English
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · 24d
Ever regret oversharing the moment you do it? 😳
For many, it’s not just “talking too much”—it’s tied to #OCD & #compulsive confession.
Why it happens + how to break the cycle ⬇️
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Why Do I Overshare? Finding Freedom from OCD Challenges
Why Do I Overshare? Explore the connection between OCD and oversharing in this insightful blog by an Italian CBT Therapist based in Edinburgh.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 18
How common is #OCD in 2025?
🧠 2.3% lifetime prevalence
🇬🇧 750,000 in the UK right now
🌍 Only 1 in 5 worldwide get treatment

OCD isn’t “just being tidy” — it’s a serious condition often hidden in plain sight.

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#MentalHealth #OCDStatistics
How Common Is OCD in 2025? Insights from a CBT Therapist
Discover How Common Is OCD in 2025 through insights from a CBT therapist in Edinburgh, offering online therapy in Italian and English.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 15
Ever felt like the world isn’t real or like you’re outside your own body? 🤯
#OCD + #anxiety can trigger #depersonalisation & #derealisation — but there’s hope.
Read my new 2025 guide: www.federicoferrarese.co.uk/2025/09/15/o...
OCD and Feeling Unreal: 10 Key Facts You Should Know
Discover 10 key insights on OCD and feeling unreal with an expert therapist in Edinburgh. Online sessions available in Italian and English.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 14
Living with both #OCD and #ADHD can feel like driving with one foot on the brake & the other on the accelerator. 🚦 Therapy can be tailored to fit your brain. Read more: www.federicoferrarese.co.uk/2025/09/14/o...
Tailoring OCD Treatment for ADHD: Effective Strategies
Discover expert strategies for customised OCD treatment for ADHD clients in therapy. Enhance therapeutic outcomes with tailored approaches.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 12
Ever feel stuck in #OCD therapy?
It’s not always the ERP—it might be treatment-interfering behaviours (TIBs) quietly blocking progress.
I explain how to spot & manage TIBs so ERP can really work.
👇 Read more:
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Effective OCD Treatment: Managing TIBs for Better Outcomes
Explore expert strategies for managing treatment-interfering behaviours and discover effective OCD Treatment for better outcomes.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 9
I’ve recently launched my new YouTube channel, a space dedicated to exploring #OCD and related conditions with clarity, compassion & hope.
🎥 Watch the latest video: OCD & #PTSD: 7 Ways to Embrace Hope & Heal 👉 youtu.be/fz4bt6Q_8NA
#MentalHealth
#ocd and #ptsd : 7 Powerful Ways to Embrace Hope and Heal
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 9
#OCD + #PTSD don’t just coexist—they overlap.
Past trauma fuels #obsessions, #rituals echo #memories, & #life feels trapped between what was + what if.
I explore this in my latest article after the #OCDConference:
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OCD and PTSD: 7 Ways to Embrace Hope Throughout Life
Discover insights on OCD and PTSD across ages from a skilled Italian CBT psychotherapist in Edinburgh. Find hope and healing.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 8
💭 Intrusive thoughts are more common than you think. They don’t define you—they’re just part of being human.

Discover why they happen, which conditions they show up in & how to manage them 👇
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4 Profound Causes of Intrusive Thoughts and Their Management
Explore the prevalence of intrusive thoughts and learn effective management strategies for anxiety and OCD in this insightful guide.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 6
Ever wondered why exposure #therapy doesn’t work for everyone with #OCD?
ERP can feel overwhelming—but that doesn’t mean hope is lost.
Explore alternatives & a kinder way forward:
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Why ERP Fails: 4 Reasons and Effective Solutions
Explore why ERP fails and discover effective solutions from an Italian CBT psychotherapist in Edinburgh.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 5
🌀 OCD: How am I supposed to just “accept” it?
Living with OCD can make “acceptance” feel impossible. But acceptance doesn’t mean giving up—it means breaking free from compulsions.
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#OCD #MentalHealth #CBT #ERP
Accepting OCD: 7 Essential Tips from a CBT Psychotherapist
Accepting OCD: Discover expert tips for accepting OCD and online therapy in Edinburgh. Support available in Italian and English.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 4
Ever feel stuck in endless loops of “Why am I here?” or “What if none of this is real?” 🤯 It might be #ExistentialOCD.

I’ve broken down 6 key signs + how ERP therapy can help you find peace.

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Existential OCD: 6 Key Signs You May Be Experiencing It
Discover the 6 signs of Existential OCD with insights from an Italian CBT psychotherapist. Online therapy in Edinburgh available.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 3
Why Your #OCD Acts Like a Bully: Break Its Control Today 💭
OCD demands, threatens & offers only temporary relief. Learn how to spot its tactics & fight back with proven strategies like ERP.
Read here 👉 www.federicoferrarese.co.uk/2025/09/03/o...
#MentalHealth
Why Your OCD Acts Like a Bully: Break Its Control Today
Learn Why Your OCD Acts Like a Bully. and reclaim your life with expert advice from an Edinburgh-based CBT psychotherapist.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Sep 2
Struggling with #BodyDysmorphicDisorder?
It’s more than self-consciousness—BDD can take over daily life. But there is hope.
Discover proven treatments like #CBT + ERP, insights from the latest research, and real recovery stories.
Read here: www.federicoferrarese.co.uk/2025/09/02/b...
#MentalHealth
Body Dysmorphic Disorder: 5 Effective Treatments
Discover support for Body Dysmorphic Disorder. Online therapy in English and Italian from an experienced CBT psychotherapist in Edinburgh.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Aug 27
Sleepless nights & racing thoughts? 🌙 Nighttime often fuels OCD symptoms—but you can break the cycle. Learn why it happens & how to reclaim your sleep.

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Nighttime OCD: 3 Key Facts for Better Sleep Quality
Discover effective strategies for managing Nighttime OCD and improve your peaceful sleep with expert guidance from a CBT psychotherapist.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Aug 26
Finding the right #OCD therapist is hard—most lack training in ERP, the gold-standard treatment.
Learn how to avoid wasted years & get real help:
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4 Important Reasons Finding an OCD Therapist Is Difficult
Explore the challenges of finding an OCD therapist in Edinburgh. Access online support in Italian and English for effective care.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Aug 25
💭 Stuck in obsessive thoughts or rituals?
My latest guide, “Conquering #OCD: Step-by-Step”, shows you how to:
🧠 Get the right diagnosis
💪 Start ERP therapy
🏃‍♂️ Build recovery habits
🤝 Find real support
Break free & reclaim your life:
🔗 www.federicoferrarese.co.uk/2025/08/25/c...
#MentalHealth
12 Essential Tips for Conquering OCD Successfully
Discover effective strategies for conquering OCD with expert CBT techniques. Online therapy available in Italian and English.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist @fedfercbttherapist.bsky.social · Aug 23
Ever had intrusive thoughts about your sexual orientation that feel foreign & overwhelming? 🤯
I just wrote about Sexual Orientation #OCD (SO-OCD)—what it is, why it’s so misunderstood, & how ERP therapy helps break the cycle.
Read here 👉 www.federicoferrarese.co.uk/2025/08/23/s...
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SO-OCD: 8 Important Insights from a CBT Therapist
Discover SO-OCD with insights from an Italian therapist. Online therapy in English and Italian available in Edinburgh.
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