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Lucy McLaren, BACP

BACP counsellor helping clients navigate life changes
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma and relationship support
  • Empathy and nonjudgmental care

About Lucy McLaren

Lucy McLaren is qualified in the United Kingdom and brings eight years of professional experience to her counselling practice. She has supported people through periods of stress and anxiety, helped those living with depression and low self-esteem, and worked with clients facing loneliness and grief. Her practice also addresses a wide range of life changes, guiding individuals to accept uncertainty about the future and find practical ways to move forward.

Lucy works without judgment and listens with empathy and respect, recognising that every person has a unique set of experiences and needs. She adopts a collaborative approach, partnering with clients to identify the best path for their circumstances and tailoring sessions to what fits each person best. Alongside direct support for emotional difficulties, she helps clients explore relationship, family and identity concerns, and practical coping strategies for day-to-day stressors.

Lucy is a member of BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. She understands that taking the first step toward therapy can be difficult and aims to make the process as compassionate and straightforward as possible. Lucy looks forward to accompanying people through their counselling journey and helping them discover clearer ways forward.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lucy McLaren have?

Lucy McLaren has 8 years of experience.

Is Lucy McLaren a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP membership. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. No additional licence details are provided.

In which languages does Lucy McLaren provide therapy?

Lucy provides therapy in English.

Where is Lucy McLaren located?

Lucy McLaren is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Lucy McLaren as my therapist?

You can work with Lucy McLaren through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lucy McLaren work with international clients?

Lucy McLaren does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lucy McLaren cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online support with Lucy McLaren

Lucy draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to support people in online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic environment where the client’s own goals and values guide the work; it is helpful for improving self-esteem, processing grief and building stronger coping skills. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical techniques to reduce anxiety, manage low mood and change unhelpful patterns over time.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Lucy works with clients to explore which methods feel most helpful for their needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts the approach as therapy progresses so it remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy with Lucy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and for people who prefer not to travel. These options make it easier to access support from licensed professionals and therapists from home or wherever is convenient, while keeping the focus on effective, goal-focused therapeutic work.

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