About me
Dr Gracie McLaven – Chartered Clinical Psychologist & Director of Serendipity Psychology Services
Hi, I’m Dr Gracie McLaven, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Director of Serendipity Psychology Services, providing expert psychological support across Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, and Leicestershire. I specialise in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and the lasting effects of transgenerational trauma—the psychological impact of trauma or abuse passed down through generations.
My Approach & Therapeutic Techniques
I draw on a range of gold-standard, evidence-based therapies to create a bespoke treatment plan for each individual. My areas of expertise include:
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) – Effective for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and low self-esteem
Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) – Supporting connection, attachment, and relationship repair
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – Addressing anxiety, depression, and unhelpful thinking patterns
Clients often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain. Sometimes they can't pinpoint exactly what's wrong, but they know something needs to change. It’s easy to feel pressure to "just get on with it," but unresolved experiences can weigh heavily. My approach is warm, validating, and grounded in creating lasting, meaningful change at a pace that suits you.
Serendipity Psychology Services
As Clinical Director, I am proud to lead a compassionate, multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality, accessible mental health care. And if I’m not the best fit for you, one of our exceptional therapists likely will be. Our core values are:
1) Accessible, Tailored Mental Health Support
We believe everyone deserves access to effective psychological therapy. When you get in touch, our dedicated case manager will take the time to understand your needs and match you with the right clinician.
2) A Collaborative & Supportive Team
Our experienced team includes Clinical Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Counsellors, and Occupational Therapists. We share our knowledge and expertise to deliver well-rounded care tailored to each individual or family.
3) Exceptional, Evidence-Based Care
We are committed to research-backed therapies that really work. We also offer lower-fee pathways to support those who may be facing financial barriers. Our services evolve in response to client feedback so we can keep providing the best care possible.
Getting Started
If you’re considering therapy for yourself, your child, or your family, I’d love to help.
At Serendipity Psychology, we offer a free initial online or telephone consultation with our practice manager, Karen. She will talk you through your options and help match you with the therapist who best suits your needs.
We provide flexible options for therapy, both online and in person:
✔ Individual therapy (adults & children)
✔ Couples therapy
✔ Family therapy
✔ Parenting support
💬 Contact us today to begin your journey towards better mental health.
🌐 Website
📩 Email me
📞 Phone: 07754455326
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications & Registrations
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy)
- Master’s in Clinical, Social & Cognitive Neuroscience
- BSc (Hons) in Psychology
- Chartered Clinical Psychologist – British Psychological Society (BPS)
- Registered Practitioner Psychologist – Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Additional Specialist Training
- Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP)
- Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) & ADHD assessments
Experience
I have worked extensively in both the NHS and independent practice, offering:
- Psychological assessment & therapy
- Supervision & consultation for professionals
- Training & workshops for individuals and organisations
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 16 professions.
They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£70.00 - £130.00
Additional information
One of the benefits of having access to a range of expert clinicians is that we are able to offer therapy at differing pay points to be as accessible as possible.
Further information
Why Choose Therapy with Me or Serendipity Psychology?
✔ Highly qualified and experienced clinicians
✔ Personalised, evidence-based therapy
✔ Compassionate, non-judgemental support
✔ A collaborative, team-based approach
✔ Flexible in-person and online options
I truly believe in making therapy accessible, effective, and tailored to each individual. If you’re ready to explore how therapy could support you, please get in touch today.
