Tracey Gardener, BACP
Integrative counsellor for relationships and trauma
- Attachment-focused
- Trauma-informed
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Tracey Gardener
Tracey Gardener is an integrative counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 12 years of experience helping people navigate anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, self-esteem struggles and the lingering effects of early life experiences. She blends evidence-informed methods with a trauma-aware perspective that emphasizes attachment patterns - helping clients understand how past relationships shape present behaviour and emotional responses.
Tracey adapts therapy to the individual, drawing particularly on attachment-based ideas alongside mindfulness and cognitive approaches to support healing and healthier ways of relating. Her manner is warm, steady and down-to-earth, and she creates a non-judgmental space where people can explore what feels difficult at a pace that suits them. Reaching out for support can feel daunting and Tracey frames that step as a sign of courage rather than weakness.
Her formal training includes a BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling, an FdA in Counselling and a Diploma in Mindful Mental Health. She is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has completed continuing professional development workshops in areas such as eating disorders, sex addiction, attachment and couples work, sandtray and creative therapy, and an eight-week mindfulness training course. She is currently accepting clients and offers therapy tailored to each person’s needs.
Tracey adapts therapy to the individual, drawing particularly on attachment-based ideas alongside mindfulness and cognitive approaches to support healing and healthier ways of relating. Her manner is warm, steady and down-to-earth, and she creates a non-judgmental space where people can explore what feels difficult at a pace that suits them. Reaching out for support can feel daunting and Tracey frames that step as a sign of courage rather than weakness.
Her formal training includes a BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling, an FdA in Counselling and a Diploma in Mindful Mental Health. She is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has completed continuing professional development workshops in areas such as eating disorders, sex addiction, attachment and couples work, sandtray and creative therapy, and an eight-week mindfulness training course. She is currently accepting clients and offers therapy tailored to each person’s needs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tracey Gardener have?
Tracey Gardener has 12 years of experience providing counselling and support.
Is Tracey Gardener a licensed therapist?
Yes. Tracey holds the following credential: BACP.
In which languages does Tracey Gardener provide therapy?
Tracey provides therapy in English.
Where is Tracey Gardener located?
Tracey is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Tracey Gardener as my therapist?
You can work with Tracey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tracey Gardener work with international clients?
Tracey Gardener does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tracey Gardener 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Approaches that guide online sessions and practical benefits
Tracey often draws on Attachment-Based Therapy, which explores early relationship patterns to help people understand how attachment influences current emotional reactions and relationship choices. This approach can be useful for those dealing with abandonment, trust issues, codependency or recurring relationship dynamics.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - which focuses on identifying and gently challenging unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, helping people manage anxiety, low mood and stress with practical strategies. Alongside these, Mindfulness Therapy offers simple, present-focused practices to build awareness and reduce emotional reactivity, supporting clients who struggle with rumination or overwhelming feelings.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Tracey works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. She will discuss options, adapt techniques, and review progress together so the work evolves with the client.
Online therapy by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging provides flexible access to licensed professionals and therapists without the need to travel. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around daily life, maintain consistent contact during busy periods, and continue therapy when circumstances change.