Free online support while you’re waiting for OCD treatment
When you live with OCD, waiting for treatment can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to face that wait alone.
The Bridge is a free, eight-week online psychoeducation programme run by national charity OCD Action. It’s designed to support young people and their families while they wait for treatment, by helping them understand OCD, prepare for therapy, and feel less alone.
The programme is for:
- Young people aged 14–25 who are waiting for treatment for OCD
- Parents and carers of young people in this age range
The Bridge is not therapy and does not replace treatment. Instead, it helps young people and families to:
- Understand OCD
- Learn what evidence-based treatment involves
- Prepare for starting therapy
- Find ways to cope while waiting
What to expect
- 8 weekly online sessions (via Zoom)
- Separate group sessions for:
- Young people
- Parents and carers
- Young people’s groups are split by age:
- 14–17
- 18–25
- Each group is co-led by:
- An OCD Action staff member or lead volunteer
- A facilitator with lived experience of OCD
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Groups are kept small and supportive
Find out more by reading our FAQs.
Who can take part
For this pilot, applications are currently open to:
- Young people aged 14–25 who are on a waiting list for treatment for OCD
- Parents/carers of a young person aged 14–25 who is on a waiting list for treatment for OCD
Apply to join the bridge
Applications are now open for the next Bridge programme, starting in October 2026. Places are limited and allocated following a short application process.
To apply, please choose the option below that best fits you.
You’ll be asked to complete a short application form. A member of our team will then be in touch to discuss your application and next steps.
Before applying, you may find it helpful to read our Frequently Asked Questions.