Lucy McGroarty , BACP

Lucy McGroarty is an integrative counsellor who believes people have the capacity to heal and grow when they have appropriate support. Her training is grounded in person-centred work, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic approaches, which she blends to meet the needs of each person she sees.

Talking therapy is central to her practice, yet she also draws on creative methods learned through study with the Institute of Arts. The use of imagery, metaphor, and other creative techniques is offered as an alternative route for clients who find it difficult to put feelings into words.

Lucy encourages a relaxed, comfortable environment for online sessions and welcomes small comforts such as a cup of tea, a warm blanket, or a pet to help people settle into the process. She places particular value on the therapeutic relationship and brings a non-judgemental, open, and understanding stance to the work, prioritising genuine connection as the basis for change.

She holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Integrative Approaches for Online Support

Lucy McGroarty draws on client-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic approaches in her online work. Client-centred therapy emphasises a warm, accepting relationship and supports people to explore their own pace and priorities; it is helpful for building self-understanding and working through life changes. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and can be effective for issues such as anxiety, stress, and low mood. Psychodynamic work explores patterns that come from past relationships and hidden emotional themes, offering deeper insight into recurring difficulties and relational dynamics.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lucy works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps shape a tailored plan rather than assuming one fixed method fits all.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility and accessibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographical constraints. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt sessions to suit different formats, making it easier for clients to access consistent support from wherever they are.