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Lucy Gardner

NCPS

Lucy Gardner, NCPS

Therapist in the UK

Lucy is a NCPS therapist in the UK.

  • 4+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
  • Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy
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About Lucy

Lucy Gardner helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief and depression. She also supports those dealing with addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, ADHD and career or life changes. Lucy works with issues such as sleep and eating problems, panic and phobias, and difficulties with self-esteem and motivation.

She listens with respect and sensitivity and adapts conversations to each person's needs. Sessions focus on what matters most to the individual and on practical steps that can be tried between meetings. Lucy uses a mix of approaches to suit different problems rather than one fixed method.

Lucy holds the NCPS credential and has four years of professional experience. Her background includes working with people affected by trauma, compulsions and obsessive thoughts, and those facing end-of-life and hospice concerns. She also supports people dealing with isolation, compassion fatigue and issues linked to autism and Asperger syndrome.

Her practice draws on therapies that encourage values-based action, present-moment awareness and an understanding of attachment patterns. Conversations are aimed at helping people notice what matters to them, build steady routines and reduce unhelpful avoidance. Lucy will work alongside clients to set realistic goals and track progress.

Sessions are offered in English and are available to people in the United Kingdom and internationally. Lucy combines straightforward talk with practical tools to help people cope, make changes and find a clearer sense of direction.

Areas of expertise

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

NCPS

Languages

English

Focus areas

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Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Approaches that translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take steps that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns of closeness and trust, and it can help with intimacy issues, relationship difficulties and healing from trauma. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an accepting space where the person leads the conversation and feels heard, which supports self-esteem and self-directed change.



Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Lucy will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and try methods that fit their needs. She adapts techniques over time so the plan evolves with progress and feedback.



Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Text and chat let people write between sessions or check in when speaking is difficult. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel or caring responsibilities while keeping the focus on practical steps and steady progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Lucy commonly help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions and a range of relationship and intimacy-related issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is respectful and down-to-earth, focusing on practical steps and a tailored plan for each person.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Lucy has four years of professional experience working with concerns such as OCD, panic, self-harm and end-of-life issues.

What credentials and location are listed for Lucy?

She holds the NCPS credential and is based in the United Kingdom.

In which languages can sessions be held and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

Which session formats are available?

Lucy offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are fees and payment handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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