About me
Hi, I'm Dr Gracie McLaven. I'm a Clinical Psychologist and Director of Brain · Body · Wealth. I specialise in supporting people who may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the impact of trauma. 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, matrescence, 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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