About me
Hi, I'm Dr Gracie McLaven. I'm a Clinical Psychologist. I specialise in supporting people who may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the impact of trauma or low self-esteem. My focus is on helping you feel more grounded, confident, and able to move forward in life.
I am passionate about women's mental health and the profound ways that fertility, infertility, becoming a mother, perimenopause, and menopause can shape a woman's emotional and psychological wellbeing. These experiences can bring significant life transitions, identity shifts, and challenges that deserve dedicated, informed support.
My Approach
Every client I work with is unique, and I will make sure to understand your individual needs, values, and goals. I draw on a range of evidence-based, gold-standard therapies to design a tailored plan that feels right for you. Sessions are collaborative, compassionate, and paced at a level that feels manageable.
Therapeutic Techniques I Use
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) – Highly effective for processing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and low self-esteem.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) – A gentle yet powerful approach to working with different 'parts' of yourself, supporting inner balance and self-compassion.
Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) – Focused on deepening connection, repairing relationships, and strengthening attachment.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – Practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and unhelpful thinking patterns.
I look forward to working with you.
Dr Gracie
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
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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
£130.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
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